14th August, Week 4, Term 3
From Our Principal - Mrs Kristie Coster
Dear St Joseph’s Community,
Loving God,
We thank You for the gift of our school families—
for their love, support, and dedication.
Bless each parent, guardian, and caregiver with strength and joy,
and guide us all in nurturing our children’s growth and learning.
May our school community continue to thrive in kindness and unity.
Amen.
At St Joseph’s, we believe that education is a shared journey — one that thrives when parents, staff, and the broader community walk together with a common goal: the success and well-being of every student.
When families and schools work together, students are more likely to attend regularly, show improved behavior, and develop a stronger motivation to learn.
Our school doesn’t exist in isolation. It’s part of a larger community that provides essential resources, support, and opportunities. We’re excited to welcome the Baptist Care coffee van to St Joseph’s!
Thanks to the generous support of Baptist Care, Craig will be visiting our school every Wednesday morning from 8:15–8:45am with their coffee van.
Come along for a FREE coffee (for adults), hot chocolate, and a delicious pancake to start your day. It’s a great opportunity to connect with other families, staff, and community members in a relaxed and welcoming space.
We’re looking forward to strengthening our community — one cuppa at a time!
Blessings for a safe and happy weekend!
Kristie Coster
Acting Principal
Assembly Awards
Kinder- Jamelia Williams, for always using beautiful manners and her willingness to help others.
Stage 1- Tenchi Tucker, for taking on feedback to improve his work.
Stage 1 - Mason Anderson-Clark, for his leadership skills within Stage 1.
Stage 2 - Indie Verrall, persistent when learning to tell the time
Stage 3 - Cally Powell, for her excellent efforts in reading and spelling activities.
Principals Award, Zain Mabood, effort in improving attendance and consistent manners and respectful relationships with staff and students.
Mission News
The Feast of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Tomorrow we stop to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Feast of the Assumption celebrates Mary's unique destiny: taken body and soul into heavenly glory. This feast reveals our own ultimate hope for total happiness in divine glory beyond death. Mary, as Queen, guides us in faith, hope, and charity, showing that fidelity to Christ leads to eternal joy.
Sacrament of First Eucharist
The Sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated on Sunday, September 14. This significant sacrament marks the final Sacrament of Initiation in the Catholic Church.
We invite all members of our school and wider community to celebrate with us on this day.
We pray for Braxton, Jacob, Isabelle, William and Patrick as they prepare to receive the Sacrament for the first time.
Term 3 Celebrations
Friday August 15 Mass for the Feast of the Assumption 930am
Friday September 5 Father’s Day Breakfast and Liturgy
Friday September 19 End of Term Mass 930am
Sports News
Zone Athletics Carnival
The new date for the Richmond Zone Athletics Carnival has now been confirmed. The carnival will take place on Monday, 18th August, at Riverview Park, Lismore.
Good luck to our Zone Athletics squad, Mason, Bodhi, Kyden, Chase, Chloe, Blake, Airies, Braxton, Flynn, Macen, Abel, Zain, Pip, Noah, Charlee, Jack, Cally, Kelsi, AJ, Tokobi, Indie, Leo, Taylor.
Sports Gala Day - Friday 29th Aug
Stage 2 & 3 will be participating in a Sports Gala Day on Friday 29th Aug at Hepburn Park in Goonellabah. Please see compass for Event details.
Library News
Short listed books are up and on display and the Book Fair will be open from tomorrow 2nd lunch and from 3pm. Voting will begin next week on Best Door Display ( we have some wonderful ideas in the making) and Book Character Parade next Wednesday
All are welcome
Mrs Verrall
Save the Date Term 3 2025
Monday 18th Aug- Zone Athletics Carnival, Riverview Park
Wednesday 20th Aug - Book Week Parade
Friday 29th Aug - Stage 2 & 3 Sports Gala Day
Monday 1st Sep - Wednesday 3rd Sep - Camp Goodenough Stage 2 & 3
Thursday 4th Sep - Junior Joey's commences
Friday 5th Sep - Father's Day Breakfast
Happy Birthday to the following who have celebrated their birthday since our last newsletter:
Blake Charters, Izabell Stevens, Ashar Youman-Auger, Noah Moran, Zain Mabood
Kindergarten’s 100th Day of School
On Tuesday 5th August Kindergarten celebrated their 100th day of school.
On the day the children dressed up as a 100 year old and were mistaken for residents of the retirement village.
Kindergarten had a picnic lunch, made fairy bread and participated in a range of activities related to the number 100 to celebrate this special milestone in their school journey.
Canteen News
Book Parade - Wednesday 20th
This is a special menu and no other menu items will be available. Hot Dog Lunch Packs with a drink & a snack will be available for $5.00
For catering purposes, please return your pre-ordered form and money by Mon 18th Aug.
Parents/Grandparents/Friends are most welcome to join us for lunch.
Canteen Volunteer Roster Term 3
| Friday 15 August | |
| Pies and sausage rolls only | |
| Wednesday 20 August (Book Parade) | Friday 22 August |
| Mary-Jane Maher | Ashlee Grande |
| Friday 27 August | Friday 29 August (Stage 2 & 3 Gala Day) |
| Volunteer Needed | Pies and Sausage Rolls only |
| Wednesday 3 September (Stage 2 & 3 Camp) | Friday 5 September |
| Pies and Sausage Rolls only | Pies and Sausage Rolls only |
| Wednesday 10 September | Friday 12 September |
| Mary-Jane Maher | Cherie Verrall |
| Wednesday 17 September | Friday 19 September |
| Kym Charters | Volunteer Needed |
| Wednesday 24 September | Friday 26 September |
| Volunteer Needed | No Canteen |
