Archives for 2020

2020… what a year! It won’t go down as one of the good ones but, we’ve managed to get through it and have much to be thankful for. Thank you to all our families for the patience and support you have shown the school this year, we truly appreciate it. Goodbye and FarewellThis morning we […]

Thank you all for sharing the Starry Starry Night evening with us. It was great to be able to have families back in the school grounds and be part of the action.  Each year we are striving to make the concert a better and better experience for everyone. Yet again our staff, students and parents […]

On Friday, the students participated in a wonderful Mission Day. The students have spent their time learning about Catholic Mission and the important aspect of being a Catholic to give to those in need. This year due to COVID we decided on the importance to act with solidarity for Catholic Mission. This year we wore socks not to raise […]

Being our fifth-year anniversary, what better way to celebrate our past achievements and look to the future than by having our own School Song. Mr Bill Dixon Director Of Catholic Education Cairns, will be joining us all this Wednesday (28th October) as St Joseph’s Parish School Weipa proudly commemorates our 5th Anniversary and premieres the release […]

At the end of this month we will take part in “Day for Daniel”. During 2020, many adults and children have been using technology more than usual. I have included a government website, https:// www.esafety.gov.au/parents/skills-advice/taming-technology that I encourage you to explore. It has many useful tips for parents who wish to keep their children safe […]

I hope everyone had a relaxing break. It was great to see so many happy and smiling faces back at school last week. The start of a new term is always an extremely exciting time for both students and staff, particularly the final term of the school year. I really enjoy this part of the […]

Last week the school was abuzz with excitement as Josh Arnold shared his talent and joyful energy with our school community. The writing and performing of our St Joseph’s School Song was an amazing process of collaboration with the students and staff. Josh has not just helped us to write and performing our school song. […]

We will be having our Year 6 leaders retreat on Thursday the 10th September. This day is designed to develop our Year 6 leaders’ skills around servant leadership. The students are invited to come in free dress for the day as they undertake a series of workshops unpacking what is servant leadership.  We complete this through […]

This weekend we celebrate and give thanks for fathers and father-like figures in our lives.  Over the week, I will spend some time reflecting on the many gifts that my Dad gave me:  my love of the great outdoors and the fine art of hitting a golf ball; the joy of smelling a good red; […]

Book Week Celebrations began on Monday 24th August and will culminate with a Parade on Friday 28th August. We are also holding our Annual Book Fair during Book Week. There is a large variety of books for sale at prices to suit everyone. This is a wonderful opportunity to buy some great books and help the […]