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The cast and crew of ‘A Chorus Line’ did a fabulous job in this year’s Musical. I was at the Saturday night performance and loved it. I have to admit, I had never heard of ‘A Chorus Line’ as a Musical when it was pitched by staff to us all. Our students were fantastic and just highlighted, yet again, how many really talented and committed students we have at Shalom. As well as being impressed by their talent, I loved the story line. I hope that the students who participated, picked up on that through rehearsals and performances and that story might stay with them. The story line emphasised the importance for an individual to find who they are and to be true to that.
Too often we waste so much time and energy being something different for others. Given that the story is set in rehearsals for a Show, resilience featured. People work hard, have great skills and still can get disappointed. Sucking that up and trying again, is so very important. And, hard work, really hard work, pays off. Nothing worthwhile comes easily in life. In an age where all of us, and particularly our young people, spend far too much time comparing ourselves to others on-line and wanting to find an ‘easy fix’ or a silver bullet solution, this Show really had some great messages.Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
Daniel_McMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
Senior Academic Tutoring Program coordinated by Padea Tutoring
Starting in Term 3, we are trialing an exciting new opportunity available for students in Years 10 to 12 who are interested in receiving external tutoring. We have entered into an agreement with Padea Tutoring to facilitate an external tutoring service, run on location in the Waterford building to begin with, and then moving into the Coolock building when it is completed. The tutoring will be offered each Monday afternoon from 3:30pm to 6:30pm where students undertake 3 hours of tutoring, with a catered dinner provided.
The tutors are university students with an average ATAR of 99. They will tutor students in a ratio of 1:5, and they will focus on the subjects identified by the student, with specific expertise in Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English and Literature.
The cost will be $78 per student per session to be paid directly to Padea, and students will sign up for the duration of the term, 8 weeks in total. Tutoring will start in Week 2 of Term 3.
Please note that this service will not replace the tutoring already offered by our Senior teachers, and you are welcome to continue to access our free school tutoring. This external service will be in addition to what we already offer at a cost to families.
Further information will be provided next week directly from Padea regarding the registration process so please keep an eye out for this opportunity as places are limited to just 25 students initially.
Elevate Education Parent Webinars for Term Two
Elevate Education delivers high-impact workshops that help to develop student study skills, motivation, and exam preparation. Again, you are invited to register your participation in the term two parent online webinar series. This can assist you to support your child at home by reinforcing the skills that will support their learning at school.
Term 2 Webinars are:
- How You Can Support Your Child During Exams - June 4, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
- Ask Me Anything (Live Q&A) - June 18, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
- How to Help Your Child Alleviate Stress - July 2, 6:30-7:30pm (AEST)
To register please visit: )https://go.elevateeducation.com/auschoolwebinars
Revised 2025 Assessment Policy
The school has recently reviewed the Shalom College Assessment Policy and made minor updates. You can access this updated policy in SIA under Policies and Procedures. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.
Mrs Kate Aplin
Assistant Principal - Curriculum
Catherine_Aplin@rok.catholic.edu.au
Learning Attributes Year 7/8 Term 2 Rotation Subjects
Learning Attributes for Yr 7/8 Term 2 Rotation Subjects will be published to parents throughout the week of Week 6 in Term 2. Publishing for all subjects will be complete by Friday 30 May.
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.
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
Masses
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 10 students.
Wednesday 4 June Ms Grace Whaleboat's 10D & G
Wednesday 11 June Mr John Gilbert's 10H & J
Wednesday 18 June Ms Danni Bryson's 10K & Mr David Gahan's 10L
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
- This week we acknowledge Year 12, 2013 graduate Meg Rohdmann - Quality Coordinator at Chemical Pathology at Pathology Queensland
CAREER SPOTLIGHT
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- How to Become a Genetic Counsellor
YEAR 12 GET READY
- Year 12 – QTAC Course Guides have arrived – collect from the Pathways Office.
- School Leavers Guide – full of useful information on a broad range of industries, careers and vocational education and training
APPRENTICESHIPS / TRADES
- Want to be an Electrician? Here’s What You Need to Know
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Don’t forget to check the Pathways SIA page jobs board for employment opportunities.
WORK EXPERIENCE
- Year 13 Virtual Work Experience – Entrepreneur
- Ulton – Launch your Accounting Career – Applications open for the Sep-Oct Vacation Program
UNIVERSITY OPEN DAYS
- JCU Mackay Open Day Saturday 14 June 10am-1pm
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
- Virtual Defence Careers Information Session Thursday 19 June 6pm
- Events Management Boot Camp at CQUni - Saturday 21 June 9am – 3pm
UNIVERSITY
- Bond University – Scholarships Now Open
ADDITIONAL LEARNING
- Critical Thinking – Why It’s Vital in the Workplace
Discover What’s Next in this week’s Pathways Newsletter
The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell, Mrs Kim Toll, Mrs Kathryn Laing & Ms Brigette McMahon
Liza_ODonnell@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kim_Toll@rok.catholic.edu.au
Kathryn_Laing@rok.catholic.edu.au
Brigette_McMcMahon@rok.catholic.edu.au
Lilly R is this week's quiet achiever from MacKillop house. Lilly is a kind and courteous student who greets all with a smile. She is helpful in PC and has impeccable manners. She was a valuable member of her group during the Team Challenge on her recent Yr 10 camp. Lilly always gives her best and is a role model to her peers.
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.
Chess
On Tuesday 28 May Shalom College proudly participated in the Term 2 Inter-School Chess Tournament, hosted at Shalom College itself. The event saw a strong turnout, with 17 players representing the school across five competitive teams.
• Jacob ‘Perfect Seven’ B-W achieved a remarkable feat by winning all seven of his matches, earning him an individual gold medal.
• Quaid B and Tyler K were each awarded a Merit Ribbon for winning at least 4.5 of their matches, showcasing their consistency and competitive spirit.
Congratulations to all our players for their hard work, sportsmanship, and outstanding achievements. We look forward to seeing even more success in future tournaments!
Mr Brendan Maher and Mr Steve Love
Shalom Chess Coordinators
Tennis
On Monday 26 May, Shalom College proudly competed in the QSSTT Teams Tennis Tournament held at the Rotary Park Tennis Centre. With five competitive teams representing the College, our students showcased outstanding skill, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day.
In a strong showing from the senior players, the Open Boys Team 1—comprised of Xander W, Edi R, Harry K, and Nic C - secured a runner-up finish in a closely contested competition. Not far behind, Open Boys Team 2—featuring Jake W, Chase S, George H, and George S - claimed a commendable third place.
George S and George H
Among the Year 7–9 Boys, Team 1 (Jack B, Jai P, Aaron C, and Gabe K) stood out with a remarkable performance, emerging victorious against a strong Discovery Christian College team. Their success earns them the honour of representing Wide Bay at the State QSSTT Teams Tournament in Rockhampton this September. Year 7–9 Boys Team 2 (Lachlan D, Tokoko W, Jack S, and Lorenzo M) also put in a solid performance, finishing fourth on the day.
Aaron C
The Year 7–9 Girls Team—Amelia W, Harmoni M, Kayla McM, and Kayla C - played with great tenacity, drawing with a talented St Luke’s side. Unfortunately, they narrowly missed out on victory following a countback on games.
Throughout the tournament, all Shalom players displayed tremendous spirit, camaraderie, and sportsmanship, making the College proud both on and off the court. Congratulations to all teams on a fantastic effort and best of luck to the Year 7–9 Boys Team 1 as they prepare for the State Tournament!
Mr Brendan Maher and Mr Dan Hubbard
Shalom Tennis Coaches
Rugby League
Congratulations to former Shalom student Tom M on his recent season with Wynnum Manly's Mal Meninga Cup team. Tom was listed in the "PLAYERS WE WOULD HAVE MOST LIKED TO HAVE SELECTED" in the Team of the Year media release;
"A Shalom College alumni from the Bundaberg region, the former Wide Bay Bulls representative tried his heart out all season for the Seagulls.
If he wasn’t Wynnum Manly’s best all year he was a close second or third, constantly asking questions and always reliable on the right edge.
Scored plenty, saved plenty and was strong as an ox with his carries."
Under 15's Wide Bay
Congratulations to Shalom students Brayden M, Freddy M, Hunter W-E, Jacob T, Kaleb M, Kobey W, Lachlan R, Noah K and Tom D-L on representing Wide Bay U15 Schools Rugby League team that competed in Gladstone recently.
Under 18's Wide Bay
Congratulations to Shalom students Jimmy G, Kyan E, Nick D-L, Parkka P-D, Joshua R and Tahj C on representing Wide Bay U18 Schools Rugby League team that competed in Gladstone recently.
Rugby Union
Congratulations to Shalom students Xander B and Cooper C (both Year 10) who travelled to Townsville representing Wide Bay in the 17-18 yrs QLD Rugby Union Championships.
Xander also recently gained selection in the U16 boys CQ Bushrangers side where he will again travel to Townsville next month for the QLD Country Rugby Union Championships.
Football
Four Shalom College students represented Wide Bay at the Queensland Representative School Sport U16-19 years Girls Football State Championships at the Gold Coast from 15 – 18 May 2025. All the girls played brilliantly in the Wide Bay team with Georgia C gaining selection as a Shadow Goalkeeper for the Queensland State Team.
Pictured from L-R: Jorja O, Georgia C, Bailey I, and Liliana B.
Congratulations to Shalom student Slater A on his recent selection for the Emerging Socceroos Championship representing Queensland. This is a massive achievement being the only U16 to be selected for Squad from Bundaberg and 1 of 2 from the Wide Bay region.
This is the second occasion he’s been selected. Good luck Slater!!
Congratulations to our Boys Bill Turner Cup team that played in the Wide Bay final against FCAC in Hervey Bay last week. The boys were down 1-0 for most of the second half of the game but scored a late equaliser to take the game into extra-time and eventually a penalty shootout. Unfortunately going down in the end. A tough result but the team played some great football. The boys never gave up and fought hard. Their sportsmanship and commitment were outstanding. Thanks also to Shalom staff Mr Leggett and Mr Cunningham for looking after this side.
Cycling
Congratulations to Shalom student Elise V on her recent result of her 2025 Road Cycling Campaign in Australia’s capital, Canberra, braving wet and chilly conditions over two days of racing. Competing against some of Australia’s top female cyclists, Elise showcased her incredible durability and skill, earning an impressive third-place overall finish.
BDSSS Secretary & QRSS 10 -19yrs Cricket Executive Member
Simon_Gills@rok.catholic.edu.au
SPECIAL SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT
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Thank you to the wonderful Bidfood team for supporting our Shalom netball community and helping us to provide opportunities for our students ❤
Mrs Nadia Tairawhiti
Shalom Netball Coordinator
Nadia_Tairawhiti@rok.catholic.edu.au
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.
In Term 2 and 3 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.
Camp Information
Students will participate in outdoor education activities as the camp is part of a three-year program. 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:
- Camp Program
- 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.
- 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
This is a reminder that the Year 10 Round 2 Immunisations will take place in Week 8.
Tuesday 10 June 2025: Year 10 MenB Dose 2 - Single Clinic
All information required has already been completed by parents from Round 1.
If you have any further questions, please contact the school’s immunisation service provider, Ozcare at administration.bundaberg@ozcare.org.au or phone 41308900.
Junior Science Olympiad Exams
The Junior Science Olympiad Exams are challenging but rewarding online exams held once a year, which includes topics in science such as biology, chemistry, Earth and environmental Science, and physics.
- Junior Science Olympiad Exam Years 9 & 10 – Wednesday 11 June 2025
- Junior Science Olympiad Exam Years 7 & 8 – Friday 13 June 2025
The cost is $16.50 (including GST) per student.
If you achieve excellent results in the JSO you may be invited to attend the JSO Spring School
Click on the link below for more information
Exams are two-hours long and are completed wholly online. Students can only sit one exam level – the JSOE Years 7 & 8 or the JSOE Years 9 & 10.
If you would like to nominate to sit the JSO please email Mrs Bishop ASAP Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au
The Australian Science Olympiad Exams are challenging but rewarding online exams held once a year in the following disciplines:
- Physics – Monday 4 August 2025
- Biology – Tuesday 5 August 2025
- Earth and Environmental Science – Wednesday 6 August 2025
- Chemistry – Thursday 7 August 2025
The exams are for Year 11 & 12 students
Students may sit the exam for one or more disciplines.
The cost is $16.50 (including GST) per student, per exam.
Please email Mrs Bishop if you would like to sit one or more of the exams. Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholi.edu.au
Exams are two-hours long and are completed wholly online.
If you would like know what the exams look like - click on the link below to view past exams. These are available for you to practice on in preparation for the real thing in August.
Science Olympiads - past Exams
The Australian Mathematics Competition is Australia's longest running, largest and most well-known maths competition for school students.
Date: 5th – 7th August
Duration – 75minute online exam
Cost: $9:00 per student
NB: If you signed up to sit the KSF math competition in Term 1 - you already have an entry into the AMC next term
If you didn't sit the KSF and want to sit the AMC please email Mrs Bishop to register your interest: Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au
Mrs Debbie Bishhop
Senior Teacher (Science)
STEM committee
Deborah_Bishop@rok.catholic.edu.au
TINA: THE DOG WHO CHANGED THE WORLD
“Hope taught me the meaning of life, Tina taught me the meaning of love.”
I recently came across a social media image of a man cradling a dying dog in a hammock and I was compelled to know more.
Author Niall Harbison had battled with addiction, so life had not always been easy for him, and when he came across a battered golden retriever at the end of a chain in Thailand – he know it was the start of something big.
Niall named the dog Tina, and she went on to inspire the creation of a dog hospital and a movement that helped abused dogs all over the world.
The movement behind Tina has never stopped, this book is her story, the movement is her legacy.
This beautiful book will be coming to the library soon.
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=701022469143002
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cw7yVNjvsrJ/
Denise Harvey
School Librarian
Denise_Harvey@rok.catholic.edu.au
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.
Markets BBQ Roster
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Sunday 8 June |
Bundaberg Croquet |
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Sunday 15 June |
Africa Volunteer Aide |
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Sunday 22 June |
Shalom Netball Program |
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Sunday 29 June |
NO BBQ |
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.
St Joseph's Catholic Kindergarten Open Day
Blue Light Disco
Mental Health Resources
Youth Support
