Director of the Junior School, Ms Alanna James
Diary Dates
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all Term 3 events, please refer to the College calendar.
- 11 September – R U OK? Day
- 25 September – Classes Conclude
Father’s Day Mass
Our Father’s Day Mass was a special celebration that brought together fathers, father figures, and their sons in a meaningful way. It was a wonderful opportunity to pause and reflect on the important role these relationships play in our community, while sharing in prayer and connection.
Following the Mass, families gathered for a sausage sizzle, which provided a chance to continue the celebrations in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. We extend our sincere thanks to the Waverley Old Boys Union for their generosity and hard work in preparing and cooking the barbeque for everyone to enjoy.
We are also most grateful to Father Bernie and Mr Ghattas for their leadership and organisation of such a memorable and uplifting event. Their efforts ensured the celebration was a fitting tribute to the fathers and father figures who guide, support, and inspire our students each day.
Staff vs A’s Basketball
On Wednesday, our Junior School As played against a tough opposition during a lunchtime competition in the spirit of World Health and Physical Education Day. The As put up a fight against the Staff Team, but in the end were outplayed! While the staff were (humbly) victorious, the A’s should be very proud of their efforts and everyone certainly had a lot of fun.
Aladdin Save the Date
Year 6 students have been working hard rehearsing for our upcoming musical production, Aladdin Jr, and they can’t wait to share their performance with you!
You’ll have three chances to watch the show:
- Wednesday, October 22 – Evening performance (6–7 pm)
- Thursday, October 23 – Matinee (12–1pm)
- Thursday, October 23 – Evening performance (6–7 pm)
Attendance and participation in all performances is expected for all Year 6 students.
Tickets will go on sale starting Week 8 – be sure to look out for more details soon. Costume information will also be sent out in the coming weeks.
We look forward to seeing you at one of the shows!
BOOK WEEK Competition Winners
Thank you to all of the students who entered our Book Week competitions.
There was an incredible number of submissions, and it was wonderful to see such a wealth of creativity and imagination on display.
In the Poetry Competition, a special thank you goes to Mrs Mary Ryan, English Teacher and Literacy Coordinator, who had the very challenging task of judging such an outstanding collection of poems.
For our Visual Arts Competition, thank you to Ms Jenna Turnbull, our Acting Head of Visual Arts, and Mrs Rebecca Lawrence, who judged the creative pieces that interpreted this year’s Book Week theme, BOOK AN ADVENTURE. The artworks showcased not only skill but also deep imagination and unique perspectives.
Poetry Writing Winners
L-R Matthew Pereira, Spencer Murphy, Luca Robinson, Samuel Loughrey, Jakob Svensson & Lachlan Smith
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Outstanding Achievement in Poetry Writing.
Spencer Murphy
Lachlan Smith
Luca Robinson
Samuel Loughrey
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Highly Commended in Poetry Writing.
Jakob Svensson
Matthew Pereira
Visual Arts Winners
L-R Oliver Starkenburg, Samuel Loughrey, Oscar Loebenstein, Leo Sager, Henry Avenell & Lachlan Rose
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Outstanding Achievement in Creative Arts
Samuel Loughrey
Oliver Starkenburg
Henry Avenell
Oscar Loebenstein
Congratulations to the following students who were awarded Highly Commended in Creative Arts
Leo Sager
Lachlan Rose
Year 5 Public Speaking Finals
This week, we had the Year 5 Public Speaking Competition. All the boys put in an incredible amount of effort, with one stand-out student taking home the trophy!
Well done to all the finalists, and thank you, Mr Jack Wachtel, Ms Emma Halpin and Dante Fearn for adjudicating the finals.
Congratulations to our finalists Spencer Russell, Cameron Singson, Beckham Bolder, Rex Wagner and our Public Speaking Champion 2025, Oscar Loebenstein.
Home Learning Club
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We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – on Mondays & Wednesdays, and in the 6 Gold classroom on Tuesdays & Thursdays.
The club runs during the school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting or school event and the club will be closed.
Procedures
Only register his name once to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave; a parent’s signature will be required.
Co-curricular Update from Ms Sparks
In Week 9, we will be holding our Junior School Winter Co-curricular Awards Assembly during Period 1 on Monday 15th September.
This assembly is for students only due to capacity in our Auditorium. Students who missed presentation nights will receive their trophies here. We will also acknowledge other co-curricular activities that students have participated in, and announce Athletics Age Champions.
We are looking forward to celebrating the achievements of our students over the Winter season.
Fitness Club
Fitness Club has been a success this term, keeping students active and busy between Co-curricular seasons. Students have been working on stair runs, endurance training and body weight exercises. Strong and energised, students have been enjoying this club and smashing their fitness goals! We are grateful for the preparation and coaching of our wonderful staff trainers.
Attention: Current Year 5 Parents
Dear Year 5 Parents and Carers,
It is that time of the year where sports preferences are collected in order to create draws and plan for 2026. Please discuss the below choices with your son/s and use the below link to nominate first and second preferences for 2026 Summer and Winter Sports.
Summer Choices:
- Basketball
- Cricket
- Tennis
- Touch Football
- Water Polo
Winter Choices:
- AFL
- Football (Soccer)
- Rugby Union
Please read all instructions on this form carefully. It will close on November 1, 2025.
