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- Principal's Reflection
- Curriculum
- Administration
- Mission
- Pathways
- Quiet Achiever
- Sport
- Shalom Netball Program
- Absentees
- Student Drivers
- Year 7 2026 - Applications close this Friday 14 March
- School Immunisation Program 2025 - Year 10
- New Student ID Photo Day - New Date Claimer
- Year 8 Camp Information
- Catholic Schools Race Day 2025 - This Saturday!!
- Shalom Colour Fun 2025 - This Friday 14 March
- Music in the Spotlight
- Harmony Day Celebration - Save the Date
- Thomas Busby - acoustic set
- McAuley House Mini Markets & Movie Night
- Empowering Women’s Evening with Lauren Jackson - Save the Date
- STEM News
- Edmund Rice Trivia Night Recap
- Term Dates for 2025
- Shalom Sunday Markets
- The Catholic Parish of Bundaberg
- Community Notice Board
My first week back from Leave and very grateful to Ms Gail Norris along with Mr Aaron Brown and Mr Peter Robinson for ‘stepping up’ while I was away. We have a great team of staff at Shalom who are enormously talented and reliable. Last Wednesday we celebrated Ash Wednesday and the start of the season of Lent. The Church gives us this season as an opportunity to reflect on where we can be better as individuals and as a society. We are encouraged to make a positive difference locally and globally. During the Ash Wednesday liturgies conducted in each House, the great work that Carits Australia do were highlighted particularly in regard to the efforts Caritas is making in Pacific nations where kids going to school, don’t have easy access to drinking water.
The biggest complaint our student have at Shalom is that the temperature is not quite perfect on the cold water bubblers! Too often, around the world, we are seeing countries focussed on themselves to the detriment of those most in need. That will have devastating impacts on those most at risk. Caritas, the Gospel and Lent remind all of us that Jesus reminds us clearly that we will be judged on the degree to which each of us reach out in response to those in need.
Last week I was contacted by a family who requested, because they were not Catholic, that their child not have to participate in the Ash Wednesday liturgy. This was a request I declined. Shalom is a Catholic College. We are very clear about that to all at point of enrolment. That said, we have students at Shalom of all faiths and none. No one here will make demands of a student’s faith response but we will expect that all participate in the liturgies we have with quiet and respectful attendance.
Busby Marou Fans! We’ve been able to secure Tom Busby of Busby Marou to come to Shalom for our Harmony Day celebration on Thursday 20 March. Tom will offer an acoustic concert in our Theatre on that night. Tickets are on sale now, see link below. Tom is a great entertainer and this will be a fundraiser for our travelling sports teams this year. Tickets are $40 per adult and $30 for school aged children.
Thomas Busby - acoustic set - BUY TICKETS HERE
School Funding & the looming Federal Election – it is highly likely that the Prime Minister will shortly announce the date of the next Federal election. I will not be surprised if the funding received from the Government by schools like Shalom will come into the spotlight – somewhere after Chinese destroyers off Bargara. Schools and funding is a regular election topic. Our fees increased this year as the Federal Government changed its funding formula. One of the key planks of that is to ask families who choose Catholic or Independent school education for their child to pay more if their circumstances allow that. The following short clip is worth a look to give a better understanding of how the funding arrangements currently work -
Keep School Funding Fair - Show Your Support - Keep School Funding Fair
Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
Daniel_McMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
NAPLAN
Year 7 and 9 students completed NAPLAN practice tests last week. 2025 NAPLAN testing will take place in March on the following dates:
· Wednesday March 12 – Writing
· Friday March 14 – Reading
· Monday March 17 – Conventions of Language
· Wednesday March 19 – Numeracy
A more detailed timetable can be found in SIA News.
If students are absent on the day of any of the exams, the following catch-up sessions will be available. Students will attend the session that corresponds with their return to school:
Catch up sessions
Thursday 13 March P1 in HO5
Tuesday 18 March P2 in HO3 and HO4
Tuesday 18 March P3 in MA1
Friday 21 March P1 in RI2 and RI4
Monday 24 March P2 in RI3 and RI4
As with any test, it is important for students to maintain a healthy diet and ensure a good night's sleep leading up to the testing period. Each student should strive to perform at their best across all testing domains.
The results from testing are used in conjunction with other data to assess individual and cohort strengths as well as areas to improve on. We review existing initiatives and develop teaching programs to support students based on the data.
Earphones (corded) are compulsory for NAPLAN testing. Students who present to the test session without earphones will be sold a set at a cost of $6 which will be charged to the students’ account. We urge all students to keep their earphones in their pencil case ready for testing sessions. Earphones must have a 3.5mm standard jack.
2025 Next Step Year 12 Completers Survey
All Year 12 completers from 2024 will soon receive an invitation to participate in the Next Step survey. This is their chance to help our school to understand the different pathways of the 2024 Year 12 students and to improve our senior programs and supports for future students. The survey only takes five minutes and asks graduates about their study and work activities since finishing school.
As a thank you for participating, Year 12 completers who complete the survey will be entered into a draw to win a MacBook Air.
We ask parents, siblings and friends to encourage our graduates to complete the survey. If their contact details have changed, please assist survey interviewers by providing their updated details or forward the survey to their new address so they can participate. Graduates may receive an invitation by mail, email or phone. The survey can be completed online or by phone. For more information about Next Step, including previous results, visit http://www.qld.gov.au/nextstep.
2025 Elevate Education Parent Webinars
Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops that help to develop student study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Over the next two months, you are invited to join their parent webinar series, where you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills that will support their learning at school.
Upcoming Webinars:
· How You Can Make Technology an Ally (& Not the Enemy!) - Wednesday 12 March 6:30pm
· How You Can Help Improve Your Child's Memory - Wednesdy 26 March 6:30pm
Register for the series by clicking the link below and learn some practical strategies to help support your child this year. https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars
School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) Information
To provide education opportunities for families that have limited internet access at home, the Australian Government is providing free National Broadband Network (NBN) services for eligible families. This is called the School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI).
Families can self-nominate until the end of April 2025 to receive a free service, and they will receive this free service until 30 June 2028. This is a wonderful opportunity for families that may have limited capacity to have home internet.
There are eligibility criteria for the initiative. To be eligible, a family must:
· Have a child living at home that is enrolled in an Australian school.
· Have no active broadband service over the NBN, and not had an active service in the past 14 days.
· Live in a premise that can access a standard NBN service.
Please see the attached flyer for information on how to apply.
Mrs Kate Aplin
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Catherine_Aplin@rok.catholic.edu.au
Learner Attributes
Throughout Week 6 (3 – 7 March), teachers will give feedback through Sia on the learning behaviours of students in each of their classes, as well as PC classes.
Each student will be awarded either an Excellent (5), Good (4), Sound (3), Improvement Needed (2), or Poor (1) in the following criteria:
- Organisation - punctual to class, correct equipment in good working order (academic only), laptop charged (academic only), record book present
- Application - actively engaged in learning/PC activities, appropriate use of technology (laptop, phone etc), homework complete (academic only)
- Presentation - uniform worn appropriately, follows school guidelines for hair, make-up, jewellery etc
- College Values - treats others with dignity and respect, displays a positive attitude, exhibits appropriate behaviour
This will appear on Sia Parent Dashboard under ‘Grades’.
and will appear as a mark out of 20.
More detailed information can be found by clicking on the ‘Learning Attributes – Semester 1’ link on the above screen.
After the initial feedback is published, teachers are able to update these criteria and re-publish them to parents at any time throughout the year and add a comment if necessary. Parents are advised of updates via Notifications in Sia. In this way, reporting on your child’s application in class is ‘live’, improving the quality of feedback for parents. We believe this is a significant improvement in our communication with parents, compared with the previous ‘point-in-time’ reporting.
If you have any questions about your feedback, please contact the classroom teacher. For questions about the Learning Attributes process, please contact me.
Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal - Administration
Brendan_Maher@rok.catholic.edu.au
Ash Wednesday
Last Wednesday we gathered in House Assemblies to mark the start of our Lenten journey through prayer and the distribution of the blessed ashes. Students from each House led the prepared liturgy and encouraged their peers to focus less on themselves this Lent and to grow in generosity. One way this generosity can be expressed is through donating to Caritas’ Project Compassion. While donation boxes are present in each House area, donations online are also welcome.
Shalom College - Bundaberg • Project Compassion 2025
Masses
Gathering as a community to participate in Mass is central to being Catholic. As a Catholic School, we provide opportunities for students and staff to participate in Masses, regardless of their own faith background or none. Therefore, each House will join with another, to celebrate a House Mass during one of their timetabled Assembly times in Term 2 or Term 3.
Each Religious Education class will also cohost a Wednesday morning Mass at 8am in our chapel. This Mass occurs during term time and is a Parish Mass, so it is open to all. The Mass finishes before the 8.40am bell. Religious Education teachers will email a notice to families prior to their allocated Mass, and we encourage attendance. Upcoming Masses will be hosted by our year 11 and 12 students.
Wednesday 12 March Mrs Sandra Freeman's SOR 12A & Ms Van Dalen's RAE 12E
Wednesday 19 March Mrs Nicole Harman's RAE 12D & RAE 11 A & E
Wednesday 26 March Ms Danni Bryson's RAE 12H & RAE 11H
Also, if you would like to join in other Parish services, the Catholic Parish of Bundaberg advertises Mass times at https://www.bundabergcatholic.net.au/mass-prayer/
Mrs Sandra Freeman
Assistant Principal - Mission
Sandra_Freeman@rok.catholic.edu.au
Pathways News
HIGHLIGHTS
SHINING STARS
- Shining a Light on Business – A huge shout out to Matt Farrell Electrical. Matt and his team have supported placements for seven students over the past couple of years and continue be an invaluable partner in shaping our educational efforts.
CAREER SPOTLIGHT
- Electrician – explore what it takes to get into the industry and try the Electrical Aptitude Assessment
- Social Media Influencing & Marketing – Is it a real career?
EVENTS
- Queensland Police Service Recruiting Information Session Monday 17 March, 6pm at the PCYC
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Full Time Positions available on the Pathways SIA Jobs Board
WORK EXPERIENCE
- It’s time to explore your career choices – Work Experience for the April School Holidays now open
UNIVERSITY
- Year 12 – Thinking of Uni next year? You should be starting your research journey. Explore the Good Universities Guide Website
SCHOLARSHIPS
- If you’re planning on a tertiary pathway, you need to read this! Every year, millions of dollars in scholarship funds go unclaimed because students don’t apply.
Empower Your Future with this week’s Pathways Newsletter
The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Kathryn Laing, Ms Brigette McMahon, Mrs Cristel Simmonds & Mrs Caitlin Newton
Liza_ODonnell@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kim_Toll@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kathryn_Laing@rok.catholic.edu.au
Brigette_McMcMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
Cristel_Simmonds@rok.catholic.edu.au
Caitlin_Newton@rok.catholic.edu.au
This week's quiet achiever is Lucy W from Adam's House. Lucy goes above and beyond to make all students feel included and comfortable. This is a quality I have noticed in Lucy for many years now. A kind and caring young lady who is a friend to all in Adams House.
Kylie_Johnstone@rok.catholic.edu.au
If you would like to submit any sporting achievements about your child/children along with a photo, please email your submissions to Simon_Gills@rok.catholic.edu.au
Please note photo submissions must only include photos of students from Shalom.
You can also keep up to date with anything sport related via our Facebook page - Shalom College Sport.
Basketball
Congratulations to Shalom students Elle K, Brianna C, Megan R, Haiden S and Zahlia H on gaining selection in the Bundy Schoolgirls 10-12yrs Basketball team.
CHESS NEWS!!
“Excellence at chess is one mark of a scheming mind.”
On Wednesday 26 February, 15 chess players triumphantly represented Shalom at the Term 1 Inter-School Chess Competition at St Luke’s College. A somewhat depleted Shalom team competed fiercely and, although not attaining any medals, achieved some good results. Our top team of Shalom Black came 5th on the day while our second highest team came 7th – well done to these teams. In addition, Jacob B and Alexander C showed what improved players they are by achieving merit ribbons for winning at least 4.5 games – fantastic results from these boys.
If you are interested in playing or learning chess, then you are more than welcome to join us at chess club on Tuesdays at 11.25am-12.00pm in Beerarlem. The more the merrier! You can find more information about Shalom Chess on our Chess Group Page (https://schoolbox.shalomcollege.com/homepage/6024).
Mr Brendan Maher,
Brendan_Maher@rok.catholic.edu.au
Mr Steven Love
Steven_Love@rok.catholic.edu.au
Chess Coordinators
2025 Bundaberg Junior Table Tennis Easter Holiday Camp
What: A fun-filled table tennis holiday camp for 6-16 year old players of all skill levels.
When: 7–12 April 2025
Where: Bundaberg Table Tennis Club – 61 Kendalls Rd, Bundaberg
Cost: Affordable daily and full-camp options available.
Students can register online by April 2nd, 2025:
https://www.revolutionise.com.au/bundytt/events/285306
This camp is a great way for students to stay active, develop hand-eye coordination, and build confidence while making new friends!
For more information, please contact Ha Bui - Mobile: 0486 023 550; Email: ha.bui@bundytt.org.au
QRSS Student Officials for 2025
Please see the below links to apply to be a student referee/umpire at the State Championships in 2025 with the opportunity to be selected to officiate at the National Championships in 2025. Some sports may require adults and school students so if your sport is listed please register. Students will be invited as a priority and where required, adults may be sourced for officiating roles.
REGISTER NOW
2025 calendar
Australian football (12 years) - https://survey.qed.qld.gov.au/n/enZhnkB
Australian football (15-19 years) - https://survey.qed.qld.gov.au/n/enZhnkB & https://www.cognitoforms.com/AFLQ.../QRSSAFLStudentUmpireEOI
Basketball - https://forms.gle/rEQ2CCUhGTz5VYLRA
Football - email referees@footballqueensland.com.au
Hockey - https://www.hockeyqld.com.au/events/283839
Netball - https://forms.office.com/r/gU8v8V8tXw
Rugby league - https://forms.office.com/r/jgkgJyzsyM?origin=lprLink
Rugby Union – to be confirmed with QRU
Softball - https://forms.gle/cNLhopc5jSqTu7Lz5
Touch football - https://forms.office.com/r/Efi0yLCc1F
Water polo - https://survey.qed.qld.gov.au/n/enZhnkB
Mr Simon Gills
Sports Coordinator
BDSSS Secretary & QRSS 10 -19yrs Cricket Executive Member
Simon_Gills@rok.catholic.edu.au
A bit more about Emily and Coronis Bundaberg...
Why did you decide to come on board and sponsor the Shalom Netball Program / Netball Academy?
Being a netball player myself, I love being involved in the sport and passionate about supporting other business's and programs. Each year I dedicate marketing/sponsorship money to a local event and when I heard QISSN was being held in Bundaberg this year, it aligned.
Your daughter Elexia is an Academy participant – any feedback from her so far?
Elexia loves netball. She would play it every day if she could. After missing out on playing representative netball this year, her confidence was rocked and she started losing her love for the sport. I reminded her how much she will learn from Academy coaches and to take the year to develop her skills from such a strong player. I can't wait to hear what she says about it by the end of the year.
Tell us about Coronis Bundaberg...
Having worked in the industry for the best part of 16 years, I opened my own Property Management agency 'Coronis Bundaberg' in December 2022. With nothing but blind faith, I set out to provide a service that exceeded the expectations of my clients and peers. Having won an accolade of awards in my career, myself and my team specialise in building and maintaining solid relationships with all stakeholders.
Coronis Bundaberg is located at 2/24 Burrum St, Bundaberg West. For more information visit www.coronis.com.au/agency/coronis-bundaberg/ or call 07 4152 1371 and speak to one of the team.
It was great to see you Emily - come again soon!
INTRODUCING - THE NETBALL SHOT PRO
Calling all interested / wanabe goalers! Whether curious, budding or experienced - come along and check out The Netball Shot Pro machine...
Former Australian International netballer (Kelpie #83, Goal Attack), Greg Heinrich, is a Co-Founder of Inspire Netball Group, and the creator of The Netball Shot Pro.
The Netball Shot Pro is a netball shooting correction machine, and is designed for netballers at all levels of the game, to improve their accuracy and consistency in shooting.
Thank you Coronis Bundaberg, our wonderful sponsorship team and to students and families undertaking fundraising activities like assisting at the Markets BBQ - you all are contributing to making opportunities like this happen ❤️
Mrs Nadia Tairawhiti
Shalom Netball Coordinator
Preferred Student Absentee Option
Parents are able to inform the College of student absentees via Parent Lounge, using the below pathway:
Parent Lounge> Student Details> Attendance> "+Add Absence Notification"
The Shalom College App has now been updated so when parents select "Absentee" it will re-direct to Parent Lounge for the absentee notification to be added.
For Parents that do not already have the College App please click below:
ALL student absentees should be notified to the office by 9am each day. If no notification has been received, an absentee text message will be sent out to parents to advise of the student's absence.
Parents and Carers of Year 11 & 12 Students
If your child has obtained their Provisional Licence and wishes to drive to and from school you are required to fill out a Permission to Drive Form and return it to Student Reception for approval by Mr Aaron Brown. Once approved the details will be placed on our School Register.
Thanks to those Parents who have already completed this form for their child.
Year 7 2026 Applications Close Friday 14 March 2025.
*Please note this close off date is sooner than previous years.
For more information on the enrolment process please see link https://www.shalomcollege.com/enrolment/enrolment-information/
All applications that are received by the due date will be guaranteed an interview.
Any applications received AFTER the Application Close date will be placed on a waiting list (this includes any current siblings or Catholic Primary feeder school students)
- April - May 2025 - Appointments for interviews allocated & interviews commence.
- End of June 2025 - Notification sent to advise of acceptance outcome.
Year 7 2026 Applications Close Friday 14 March 2025.
Tomorrow Tuesday 11 March, the year 10 immunisation program will be conducted in Loyola from 8:45am.
Any further questions regarding the program please contact Ozcare at administration.bundaberg@ozcare.org.au or phone 41308900.
Upcoming dates of the program at Shalom College:
- Year 10 ACWY & MenB Dose 1 Double Clinic: Tuesday 11 March 2025
- Year 7 & Year 10 Round 1 Catch Up at School Clinic: Tuesday 25 March 2025
- Year 10 MenB Dose 2 Single Clinic: Tuesday 10 June 2025
New Student ID Photo Day scheduled for Friday 28 March.
A reminder email will be sent to all year 7 & new students year 8 to 12 with further details.
This Term your son or daughter will be involved in an outdoor education camp, held at Chaverim. The camps will be in Core Studies classes, so the students will go out with their Core Studies teacher or in some instances, another teacher.
These Outdoor Education programs aim to provide an additional approach to the personal and spiritual development of your child and the greater Shalom community. This three-year program has specific objectives designed to provide.
● An atmosphere of cooperation between students, which can be applied at school, in the family and on the sports field. This may be characterized by cooperation, encouragement and concern for fellow students.
● Knowledge, skills and attitudes that contribute to a sense of responsibility, self-reliance, cooperation and harmony within oneself, with other people, and with the natural environment.
● Opportunities for participants to develop knowledge, low level skills and attitudes for participation in a number of outdoor pursuits.
● Knowledge, skills and attitudes towards a ‘minimum impact ethic’ consistent with the environment in which activities take place.
Each participant involved in the program will be given the opportunity to:
● “Look into the mirror” to see how their behaviours, both good and bad, impact their fellow participants.
● Participate in physically and mentally challenging activities while remaining safe on physical, mental and emotional levels.
● Experience and practice Christian values by living and working together in an open and encouraging atmosphere.
● Develop low level skills in a number of outdoor activities as well as a basic understanding of the associated equipment and safety precautions.
● Experience achievement in a non-competitive ‘win-win’ environment.
The camp also gives the teacher and students the opportunity to get to know each other well.
NO PHONES ARE ALLOWED ON THESE OUTDOOR EDUCATION CAMPS AT CHAVERIM.
The staff in charge will collect phones at the start of camp and return them just before 3.00 pm on day three. Alternatively, keep the phone at home for safe keeping.
I am sure the students will survive without their phones for 3 days and then they can focus on the outdoor education opportunities. If students need to call home for any reason the staff will let them use the phone at the Chaverim office.
The students will be transported to Chaverim by the College bus on the first day of camp. Students will need to be at school by 8.30 am the morning of the camp; they will return to the College at approximately 2.45 pm in time to catch the bus etc on the third day of camp.
Please find attached information at the bottom:
1. Camp Program
2. Equipment List - Clothes should be functional and suitable for outdoor and adventure activities and provide adequate protection from the elements. Camp is not a time to be fashion conscious; clothes need to be very practical. Students are also to be reminded that Chaverim is a Shalom College campus and all the usual College expectations apply. The wearing of unnecessary jewellery, make-up and inappropriate clothing is not permitted.
3. Administration of Medication to Students form - if your child requires medication while on Camp please complete the form and hand it to your Teacher prior to departing on Camp.
Please login to Parent Lounge to give permission for your child to attend the Camp.
Once there click on the ‘Events and Payments’ tab and you will find a link to Year 8 Camp. Here you will be able to give permission for your child to attend, as well as view details about the camp. You will also be asked to review and verify that your child’s medical details are correct.
To check your child’s medical information is current, please click on the ‘student details’ tab and go to ‘medical details’. Please make sure that the following sections are completed so that your child can participate in all activities on camp.
● Can Swim 25m
● Tetanus Up-To-Date
● Medicare Number
In the ‘medical conditions’ section, click ‘add new’ and you will see a drop-down box and notes section where you can also note any dietary requirements, sleeping issues and other details that you feel may be relevant to your child’s well-being at the camp. Once you are happy with the information you have provided, please click ‘verify’.
Please also check your contact details and phone numbers are current, as we will be using this information to contact you if needed.
It is very important that all information in the Parent Lounge is current as teachers will use this information in case of an emergency and to support the wellbeing of your child.
If you require assistance with Parent Lounge login, please contact the office. If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me here at the College by phone or email.
Mr Peter Robinson
Dean of Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Camps
Peter_Robinson@rok.catholic.edu.au
Only 10 Tickets Left!
The Catholic Schools Race Day is a fundraising project for Shalom College, St Patrick's Primary School, St Mary's Primary School and St Joseph's Primary School of Bundaberg. Buy tickets to this year's event here: https://www.trybooking.com/CYNQM.
Race Day - 50/50 Raffle
To celebrate our milestone of 20 YEARS of the Catholic Schools Race Day, we are so excited to introduce a NEW fundraising initiative for our schools: the 50/50 Raffle!!
- Use the link below to purchase raffle tickets for $10 each (CARD ONLY)
- QR Code links will be available on Race Day to purchase tickets
- The raffle will close at 3:30pm on the 15th of March
- A winner will be drawn at random after the raffle closes and that person will win 50% of the TOTAL money raised!!!!
- The other 50% will go directly back to our Catholic Schools
Friday 14 March (Week 7) at 3:30pm on the school oval the Student Representative Council (SRC) will be hosting the Shalom Colour Fun Run. This afternoon will be filled with colour and fun that you don't want to miss out on. Use the booking link below, or QR code to secure your ticket to an afternoon you will never forget.
Tickets are $15 each and will provide you with the experience and a drink - you will just need to provide your own white shirt. The whole Shalom College community is invited – so please bring along family and friends to afternoon of colour and fun!
https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1349670
If you have any questions, please contact
Mr McMah
samuel_mcmah@rok.catholic.edu.au
My Braund
troy_braund@rok.catholic.edu.au
Our annual 'Music - in the Spotlight' concert is on Wednesday 19 March in the Performing Arts Precinct. Please be on the lookout for a letter from the classroom Music teachers with more information.
All are welcome to come and support our budding musicians. Admission is free!
Unfortunately, due to flooding in his town, street and potentially his home, Tom Busby is now unable to make it to Shalom College on Thursday 20 March.
For those that have already purchased tickets, your tickets will be refunded in the coming days.
However, Tom promises to put Bundaberg on his touring map for 2025!!
Mathematic Competitions
There are two Mathematics competitions on offer for individual students in 2025.
Nominations: Please email Mrs Bishop Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au to express your interest for either or both competitions. You will then be invited to the event/s in Parent lounge where you will be able to accept and make payment.
NB: Participation in this competition could create opportunities for involvement in additional Maths Enrichment programs and competitions throughout the year.
For example: Maths Team Challenge; QAMT Year 7/8 Quiz; UQ/QAMT Problem Solving Competition; Australian Intermediate Mathematics Olympiad (AIMO)
1. Kangourou sans Frontieres Competition
Inspired by the AMT’s Australian Mathematics Competition, the Kangourou sans Frontières (KSF) is now the largest maths competitions in the world, with more than 6 million participants each year. Held in March, the KSF is a great opportunity for students to experience maths in a competition environment prior to the AMC in August.
Date: Wednesday 26 March
75 minute exam - online only
Cost: $5.20 per student
NB: Cost is reduced by $3.00 if your sign up to both competitions together: total - $11.20
More Information: https://www.amt.edu.au/ksf
2. Australian Mathematics Competition
The Australian Mathematics Competition is Australia’s longest running, largest and most well-known maths competition for school students. The competition contains unique problems designed each year by leading educators and academics to challenge and extend students’ problem-solving skills.
Date: Tuesday 5 August
75 minute exam - online only
Cost: $9.00 per student
NB: Cost is reduced by $3.00 if your sign up to both competitions together: total - $11.20
More Information: https://www.amt.edu.au/amc
BIG SCIENCE COMPETITION
The Big Science Competition is one of the biggest international science competitions held in schools around the world. The competition is open to year 7 - 10 students who have a passion for Science.
Details: 50-minute, online, mixed format competition with a focus on how students can use their science knowledge and critical thinking skills to solve problems.
Date: Monday 6 May 2025
Cost: $8.50 per student (GST excluded)
Nominations: Please email Mrs Bishop Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au to express your interest for the competitions. You will then be invited to the event/s in Parent lounge where you will be able to accept and make payment. Nominations close – Monday 31 March.
The International Chemistry Competition
The ICQ stands out as a unique chemistry education initiative, providing a dynamic and focused exploration of chemistry for school students between years 7 - 12. It aims to kindle interest in chemistry and underscore the crucial role of chemists in society. Going beyond standard syllabus content, the Quiz is designed to be engaging and thought-provoking. With questions that encourage students to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios, ICQ is truly an international competition, attracting participants from Australia and across the world. Come explore the world of chemistry!
International Chemistry Quiz details:
Date: Wednesday 6 August
Time: Period 1
Place: Room yet to be allocated
Format: online test
Cost: $7.00
NB: Open to year 11 & 12 Chemistry students only
If you are interested in nominating for the ICQ, please email your expression of interest to Mrs Bishop Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au before the Friday 2 May 2025 (term 2).
Mrs Debbie Bishhop
Senior Teacher (Science)
STEM committee
Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who helped make the Edmund Rice Trivia Night (held on 14 February) such a success!
Thanks to your incredible support, we raised over $5,200! With all the money raised going directly towards funding the Edmund Rice Camps and supporting the liberation of children in the Bundaberg and Wide Bay region. These camps are a vital part of our mission, providing kids with a safe space to grow, learn, and experience life-changing opportunities they may not otherwise have access to. From team-building activities to outdoor adventures, the camps empower young people to build confidence, form lasting friendships, and create memories that will shape their futures.
We’d like to give a special shout-out to the following businesses and individuals for their amazing contributions to the night:
First National Woodgate Beach, Sinmac Farms, Bargara Central Hotel, Officeworks Bundaberg, Marquis Macadamias, K-Mart Bundaberg, Dare Beauty, Waves Sports Club, Bundy Bearings, Kath Dickson Institute, Daniel Constructions, Trish Bunderson Hair Dressing, and 24/7 Pilates Bundaberg.
And a special thank you to Andrew Gifford, who generously donated a signed Bulldogs jersey that will be auctioned off later in the term/year to help raise further funds.
Your support truly makes a difference, and we’re so thankful to be part of such a caring and generous community. It’s thanks to you that we can continue offering these life-changing experiences to the kids who need them most.
Thank you once again, and we look forward to seeing you all at future events!!
Term 1: Tuesday 28 January – Friday 4 April (10 weeks)
Term 2: Tuesday 22 April – Friday 27 June (10 weeks)
Term 3: Monday 14 July – Friday 19 September (10 weeks)
Year 12 Formal: Saturday 6 September
Term 4: Tuesday 7 October – Thursday 4 December (9 weeks)
The Shalom Markets are open every Sunday 6am-midday. Come along to purchase your fresh fruit and vegetables, local food products and handmade items.
Volunteers Required - Markets Tuckshop
We are seeking your help!! We are always in need of new volunteers for the Markets Tuckshop and BBQ. If your child/children would like to gain some work experience, why not get them to volunteer in the canteen. If you have a few hours you could spare to assist in our canteen, please click on the link below to register your assistance or contact Leanne via email at Leanne_Barker@rok.catholic.edu.au
If we get enough volunteers, it may work out that you only need to volunteer once per term.
Register to Volunteer HERE
Markets Tuckshop Roster
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Sunday 16 March |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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Sunday 23 March |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
| Sunday 30 March | 6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
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| Sunday 6 April |
6:00am – 9:30am |
Volunteers required |
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9:00am – 12:30pm |
Volunteers required |
Markets BBQ Roster
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Sunday 16 March |
Rotary Central |
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Sunday 23 March |
Available |
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Sunday 30 March |
Shalom Netball Program |
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Sunday 6 April |
St Joseph's P & F |
Office Hours: 9:00 - 1:00 Monday to Friday
Parish Office: Rossolini Place Level 1, 66 Woongarra St
Phone: 07 4151 6666 PO Box 79 Bundaberg QLD 4670
Email: sbundaberg@rok.catholic.net.au
AFTER HOURS: Anointing of the sick for medical emergencies
phone 4151 6666 and follow the prompt
UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF MARY MOTHER OF CHURCH
"The annual parish "Good News" magazine is now available in all churches for a Gold Coin Donation. As you read our in-house publication of the Good News magazine this year, discover the ways in which our parish vision statement is being made clear.
Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory
To help assist the Shalom College community in supporting local businesses that are run by Shalom families, we have created our Shalom College Families Business and Trade Directory. If you would like to be listed in this directory, please send a copy of your business card to Mr Peter Robinson who will be establishing and developing this directory to Peter_Robinson@rok.catholic.edu.au
Student Travel Rebates
Would you like to know more about the Non State Schools Transport Assistance Scheme and eligibility requirements? Click on the link to view the short introductory video here: https://youtu.be/ogWpq7tVaio
Student travel rebate applications open 1-31 May for Semester 1. Please click here to check if you are eligible.
Blue Light Disco
Mental Health Resources
Youth Support
