Key Messages

Week 5 - Term 4

Farewell to the 2019 Graduating Cohort

On Tuesday the school gave their farewell to the 2019 graduating cohort. We began the day with a hearty farewell breakfast. In Period 3 students gathered in their Houses where the students were given a small gift and a farewell ceremony.

In Period 4 we gathered as a community to celebrate the successes of the Year 12 cohort. I would like to share with you part of the speech that I gave during the assembly and sums up the message given to the Year 12 group.

“Graduation is an exciting time. It marks both an ending and a beginning; it’s warm memories of the past and big dreams for the future.

Today, we as a school, are here to thank you and to bid you farewell as you step forward into a new future – whether you are heading onto the workforce or onto further studies, or other adventures, we hope you will always take a small part of JPC with you.

As the second-year group in a new school there was always a concern that you could be overshadowed by the foundation students. Can I assure you this was never the case? As a year group you have risen to the challenges and have achieved many successes in your own right. Each of you have pursued your passion and interests whether that has been an academic focus or through the creative arts and design areas or in the sporting field. You have created traditions that will continue well after you have left the school. You may be a small group, but you have been mighty in your successes.”

During the assembly, the 2019 student Leadership handed on their portfolios to our Student Leaders for 2020. I would like to thank the 2019 Student Leadership team for all the wonderful work that they have done this year to build and develop the culture and community of JPC.

We are very proud to announce that our Year 12 leaders for 2020 are:

• College Captains: Georgia Wallace and Gage King
• Justice Leaders: Wanin Tessema and Amadour Baptiste
• Peace Leader: Kate Jenkins and Paris Morris
• Courage Leader: Isabel Henden and Andre Paa

Stephanie O’Meara

Wellbeing Pays it forward!

Roundabout Canberra is a registered charity, run by a group of local volunteers. Their aim is to provide women and families experiencing hardship in Canberra and the surrounding regions with essential items and equipment to ensure the safety of their babies. They work directly with social workers and social service agencies to help individuals and families in need. They allow the services we assist to focus on their core business while we ensure that essential items are available in a clean and safe condition for their clients. Our JPC students were sorting out the clothing that goes into packs for the clients.

Making a healthy choice!

Throughout all of November, Alex Mencshelyi, Ella Robertson, Grace Smith, Tahlia Hill and myself have gone sugar free for the month of November to raise money for sick children in the starlight foundation. Our team has already raised over $900 in the first two weeks! This means we have already helped over ten families. 

Click here for more information or to support the team!

Year 10 Exams

Year 10 students will be sitting their end of semester exams next Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd November.

Thursday 21 November:

• English in morning
•  Science in the afternoon

Friday 22 November:

• Maths in morning
• SOSE in afternoon

Please remember: this is a normal school day, so students will need to be in the correct uniform, and must be on time to PC first thing in order to have their attendance marked. Students will have a slightly altered timetable for these two days: Morning exams will occur between 9.15am to 11am and afternoon exams between 1.45pm and 3.30pm. Students will have slightly altered lunch and recess break times, and will be required to attend Period 3 as normal.

Should your child be unwell and not be able to attend school these days, please advise the office in writing (office.jpc@cg.catholic.edu.au) prior to the exam. Arrangements for catch up exams will be made for the following week. All students are expected to complete final exams to finalise grades for their Year 10 certificates.

Dr Cleary

In and Around the School

AIME Experience Day

“I can Change the World” “We are the dreamers of Dreams” “One small change can make a big difference” = AIME. Members of our JPC Indigenous group attended the last AIME (Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience) day for 2019 at the University of Canberra on Friday 8th November. They played games, wrote stories, sang, made a pot plant, painted and best of all, Lego came down from Sydney with boxes and boxes of Lego for us to ‘rebuild the future’. The friendly Australian Federal police were also in attendance to speak to the students and give advice and lots of cool merchandise. We were privileged to listen to Aboriginal singers Jai and Beau Syles perform – they were incredibly talented. Kiara Allan, Caprice Barnes, Brodi Newton-McCullogh participated enthusiastically in all activities and gained a great deal from the day.

Annie Daley

Teacher for Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander students

Senior Rock Concert

On Tuesday night the senior music class had their final music assessment; a Rock Concert. This Concert showcased music from the 70s and 80s with a few exceptions outside the genre. They not only performed songs on their main instrument but had to choose another instrument to perform on as well. While Lee Feliciano played guitar for her main instrument, she played the bass solo from ‘Sweet Child O Mine’. Churinan Tongu had the solo from the same song on piano but also played a bass line for ‘Jump’. While Michael Von Demleux played the piano part for ‘Jump’ he also had the melody on trumpet in ‘You shook me all night long’, in which Sharee Mudaliar played the bass while playing drums for ‘Under pressure’. Andre had the iconic bass line for this song while played guitar for ‘Nothing’s gonna stop us now’. Also, in this song, Alison Fisher, Tamika Moss-Afeaki and Lee Feliciano had a three-part harmony and Ian Edwards played the drums. Ian also had a shreading guitar solo in ‘You shook me all night long’. Alison also played piano and sang ‘Mr. Blue Sky’ in which Justin played the bass guitar. Justin also played drums for ‘Rebel rebel’.

I would like to thank all these amazing students for putting on such a wonderful concert. I would also like to thank the tech crew for their continuous support of all our musical events, my musical partner in crime, Aron Lyon, for supporting my seniors on this night, and of course, the parents, families and community members who came to watch and support them on the night.

I am so incredibly proud of all these students for their efforts over the semester and I wish the year 12’s all the very best for the next phase of their lives.

Sharon Robinson

As in previous years, JPC will be supporting the Vinnies Christmas Appeal by creating Christmas Hampers to donate. Students in each PC group will be asked to donate and collect selected foods items, which we then organise into hampers.

These hampers are delivered to families in our local community who are in need.

We look forward to the continued support of all the families in our JPC community to make this a special Christmas for all.

Alison Middleton
Leader of Learning (Technologies & Behavioural Sciences)
Leader of Wellbeing (Ferré House) 

Congratulations

Department of Finance – 2020 Career Starter Program

We are very proud to announce that three of our JPC Year 12 students, Bronte Froome, Jackson Quinn and Zoe Toole have been successful in gaining entry into the very competitive Australian Public Service – Career Starter program. The program involves paid training for the first year of work at the Australian Public Service and access to a range of other APS departments and benefits.

The application process involved competitive stages, including resume and cover letter submission, psychometric testing, assessment centres, and panel interviews. This is a fantastic opportunity that the students will begin next year.

Defence News

On Monday, as the world paused to reflect on the sacrifices made by past Service men and women, our College acknowledged Remembrance Day with a presentation during their PC groups. This was followed later at 11.00 am with a minute’s silence and one of our Defence Students, Amber Telford, reciting the Ode. On a day when we honour our fallen, our students were reminded that there are parents in our JPC community who are currently deployed, preserving our freedom. These men and women, along with their families, are in our thoughts and we pray for their safe return.

We also reposted one of JPC’s most popular Facebook posts from two years ago, our Human Poppy. This huge poppy was created on our oval with the college students and staff. A poignant moment in time to honour all Defence Personnel and families.

An Art Competition was held with the theme of “What Remembrance Day means to you” and it is my pleasure to announce the winners. Thank you to everyone who entered the Art Competition. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will distributed next week. Well done to everyone with imagination and talent!

             First Place                                 Paige Nieuwendyk

             Second Place                            Hayley Silcock

             Third Place                                Daniela Roginic

             Honourable Mention             Carley Tilyard

On Tuesday, we had an informal pizza lunch to farewell our Defence students who are leaving JPC. I wish all those who are posting out, a smooth transition into their new homes and schools. To our Year 10s moving on, the very best of luck in your new college. To our graduating Year 12 Defence students, the very best wishes for your future. I am very lucky to have been your DSM during your time at JPC. Remember to pop back and say hello sometime!

There are a few places left for our St Francis Xavier Excursion on Wednesday, next week.  If your child would like to attend, please fill out the permission form which may be found on QKR. There is no cost for this excursion and it is a great opportunity to meet with other Defence students from other schools.

Vicki Walsh, DSM

Career News

Mentoring – Careers Focus

This term teachers are focusing their mentoring conversations on career pathway discussions with all students and making use of our jpc-careers.com website. All JPC community families are welcome to access all the terrific resources available on this website. The Career ‘bullets’ is an easy way to start a career search based on a student’s favourite subjects.

Year 10 Work Experience

Congratulations to all those families who have assisted in organizing work locations for Work Experience over the coming weeks. Unfortunately, no more Work Experience applications can be accepted after this week, due to the administrative timeframes involved.

We are hoping that as a development from Work Experience, Australian School Based Apprenticeships will also grow. Please find following further information about ASBA’s and information about one of the most recent ASBA signings. Any questions please email ian.pettit@cg.catholic.edu.au.

ASBA News

JPC Year 11 student, Jayden Honeywell has now signed up for an Australian School Based Apprenticeship (ASBA) through Sarina Russo Apprenticeships and Tilton. Tilton was established in 2004 and has been actively involved in many of Australia’s residential and commercial construction projects. Headquartered in Canberra, ACT, Tilton has developed long term relationships with a broad range of clients by achieving project deadlines, demonstrating best value and ensuring our high standards of workmanship are never compromised.

ASBA’s at John Paul College

What is an ASBA? Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASBA) are part of the national Australian Apprenticeships system. Australian Apprenticeships combine practical work on-the-job, with structured off-the-job training to achieve a nationally recognised qualification (http://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au). ASBAs involve paid employment and training and also provide valuable experience to students, increasing their industry specific knowledge and employability skills. Students undertaking an ASBA are supported by their school/college to enrol in a range of courses that meet their individual needs and timetables, as well as to timetable their program to allow for regular schooling.

How is an ASBA established at JPC?

Step 1: Finding an employer for Work Experience - The first step in establishing an ASBA is for the student to decide on an occupational pathway and then find an employer willing to accept them for Work Experience. The purpose of this Work Experience is to firstly give the student a chance to ‘test’ out an apprenticeship pathway and employer, and secondly give the employer a chance to see if that student might be a good fit as a potential employee for their organization.

The JPC Specialised Pathways Advisor is able to assist students find Work Experience locations but has limited time. It is an expectation that families will complete the majority of the liaison. A serious of forms need to be completed prior to the Work Experience taking place to ensure appropriate insurance cover requirements are met. JPC holds the right to not allow any Work Experience to proceed, should safety checks not comply with standards.  If an employer is found that could accept a student then a workplace visit or phone assessment takes place by JPC representatives to ensure Work Health and Safety requirements are being met.

Step 2:  ASBA Information Meeting (student/parent guardian and JPC School representative) - If the Work Experience has been successful and the employer is interested in employing an apprentice, then a meeting will take place with the student, a parent/guardian, the training provider and JPC to plan out the ASBA. This plan will include a timetable of when the practical and theoretical components of the ASBA will be completed and how they will fit into the school program. It should be noted that most often it is students completing an Accredited package load become involved in an ASBA.

Step 3: ASBA Established -  If the workplace and student are compatible a “Four-way Agreement” meeting takes place with the student (and carer), the workplace, the school and the training provider. The ASBA is able to proceed once all parties have signed the appropriate paperwork. Any further questions regarding the process,  please contact the JPC Specialised Pathways Advisor.

Who is responsible for ASBA wages and worker’s compensation? The employer is responsible for ASBA wages and worker’s compensation. To find employer obligations regarding worker’s compensation and Australian Apprentice wages please visit the Fairwork Ombudsman website at: http://www.fairwork.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx.

What happens if the school Principal or delegate does not complete the Principal endorsement? The training contract cannot be approved and there are also legal and Industrial Relations implications that can be applied as the training contract is a legally binding document.

 What qualifications are offered under Australian Apprenticeships? Australian Apprenticeships are available in a variety of certificate levels, in more than 500 occupations across Australia, in traditional trades, as well as a diverse range of careers in most sectors of business and industry, including:

Any questions please contact - Ian Pettit (JPC Specialised Pathways Advisor) ian.pettit@cg.catholic.edu.au

ACT Providers

There are three major Network Provider in Canberra who assist in the development and establishment of ASBA’s. They are Apprenticeships Support Australia (ASA), MEGT and Sarina Russo. There is another company called ATC (Australian Training Company) who assist with the training component of ASBA’s.

Sample Incentive Payment Schedule

Information provided by Sarina Russo Apprenticeships – Sue Black consultant

ASBA employer incentive potential for Certificate III (Carpentry) :

• $1500.00 commencement at 6 month point of apprenticeship
• $750.00 ASBA commencement at 6 month point of apprenticeship
• $2500.00 completion of full apprenticeship
• $750.00 ASBA retention paid if employed for minimum 3 months after completing Year 12

ACT Wage Advice 1300 278 681 for wages, allowances, tech fees, superannuation, insurance

Work one day, go to training provider one day (if the training provider is on holidays then two days at work) Maximum 20 hours during school terms, can work full time during school holidays.

For further information contact:

Sue Black | Business Relationship Manager
Sarina Russo Apprenticeships | Australia

P 1300178 776
M 0439820211
A 15 Wiluna Street, Fyshwick, ACT 2609
E BlackS@sarinarusso.come.au
W www.sarinatusso.com/apprentices/

ANU Extension Early Entry

Year 11 H-Courses 2020

Applications are NOW OPEN!

ANU Extension is the University’s extension program for senior secondary students. The program offers courses in sciences, engineering, mathematics and Asian languages. Students who successfully undertake studies in ANU Extension will gain priority placement through the Admission, Scholarships and Accommodation application system and may receive an early conditional offer of entry into an ANU bachelor degree program. They will also receive credit towards a Bachelor Degree for the studies successfully completed through ANU Extension.

The following 2020 courses are open to eligible students who are studying Year 11 in 2020.  You must apply online before 16 Feb, 2020.

• Advanced Japanese
• Astrophysics
• Biodiversity
• Chemistry
• Chinese (Continuing)
• Discovering Engineering
• Indonesian (Culture)
• Korean (Beginning)
• Physics
• Specialist Mathematics

All Year 10 students have been emailed a detailed information sheet. You can also speak with Mrs Tually or Dr Cleary if you have any questions.

For further information or to apply, go to the following link: http://extension.anu.edu.au/

Mrs Jennifer Tually

Assistant Principal (Acting)

Jennifer.tually@cg.catholic.edu.au

Youth Ministry

At the heart of our Church is a call to belong, believe and become. To invite young people to answer this call, and draw them into the life and mission of the Church, schools and Parishes across the Archdiocese have employed established Youth Minister positions. If you are a young adult and want to be employed on a year of formation and mission, we invite you to become a Youth Minister in 2020 in the St. John Paul II College/ Holy Spirit Parish community. For more information, visit cgyouthministry.org.au/youthministers or email youth@cg.org.au 

Community Council

Message from Community Council

Support Required

The Community Council undertakes a range of activities in support of the College operations, currently, we have some key areas that need some additional support.

• College Uniform for example Co-ordination of Yr 11 & 12 Senior Blazer orders and other related Uniform initiatives
• College Website, Review and Update Contents
• Parental Engagement Activities

Our goal is to bring together groups of parents outside of the Council who are able to support in these areas.

If you are able to support the College in any of these areas or want further information please email council@jpc.act.edu.au

Canteen

From the College Office

Leaving JPC?

If you know that your child will be leaving JPC at the end of this year, please email the college office (office.jpc@cg.catholic.edu.au) as soon as possible. 

Year 12 families - There is no need to respond.

Thank you to those who have notified us already.

The College Office

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Diary Dates

Through Mia’s friendship, kindness and willingness to do amazing things, she has gained a huge committee of JPC students to back her, either also shaving, colouring or simply helping to raise funds for the Leukemia foundation.

Mia’s goal is $10,000! She is aiming high and hoping she can reach her goal by the date of the shave. The shave will take place on Wednesday 4th December from 5-7.30pm during our end of term music concert; Christmas picnic extravaganza which will be held on the terrace while people picnic on the oval. Every music student will be performing and we will also be having face painting, balloon making and a sausage sizzle. All funds raised will go towards the Leukemia foundation.

Mia would very much appreciate your support. If you would like to donate, the link to Mia’s fundraising page (team Kessie) is below. We would love to see you at the concert to watch Mia and others shave for a cure!

We are all super proud of you Mia and JPC will be supporting you all the way!!!

https://secure.leukaemiafoundation.org.au/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?Referrer=%26Referrer%3ddirect%252fnone&TeamID=115853

Parish News

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Community News

The Gungahlin Community Council (GCC) is a voluntary, not for profit, community-based association operating in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, funded by the ACT Government (www.gcc.asn.au). We provide advocacy on a range of topics informed by engaging with the Gungahlin community through a variety of channels including face to face meetings, a newsletter, an email list, a website, Facebook, Twitter, traditional media and surveys.

Our last community survey was conducted in 2014 – a summary of the results from the survey, which had over 1,300 respondents, can be found on the GCC website.

The 2019 community survey has just launched and we are hoping to get an even stronger response, given the growth in Gungahlin over the past five years.

Click Here to do the survey.

If you have any questions please contact - Peter Elford, President, GCC - 0401 890 387