Cardijn Connect - a source of news and information for the Cardijn community. The blog will be published every Thursday during the school term with past editions always accessible from the menu.

"I have enjoyed going to Art." –Charlie

"I have enjoyed playing with my friends." –Taya

A big congratulations to Year 11 student, Eden, who has secured an apprenticeship with Toser Design. Eden will be working towards a Certificate III in Cabinetmaking.

Congratulations to Year 12 student, Jackson, on securing an apprenticeship with Fleurieu Coast Electrical. Jackson will be working towards his Certificate III in Electrotechnology.

“The Flinders enrichment program was a great experience for me. I got to learn loads of new things about sport science, outdoor activities, and sports management. The day helped me get a better idea of what I want to pursue at university.” -Jaxon

 

“I attended the Flinders Enrichment Day and really enjoyed it. I came away from it with an idea of what my future could look like and what is required of me to achieve it, as well as what it’s like to attend University. Overall, it was a great experience.” -Zac

Planning for every future. 

A key strength of the Cardijn Pathways Expo is its commitment to providing inclusive pathway options for all students and families. 

Students and families accessing NDIS funding will have the opportunity to connect with local service providers specialising in employment supports, transition planning, community participation, training opportunities, and post-school pathways. 

Families can also attend dedicated information sessions and meet directly with providers to explore the supports available to assist students in achieving their future goals. 

Congratulations to Year 11 student, Isaak, who has secured an apprenticeship with Allstar Balustrades Metal Fabricators. Isaak will be working towards completing a Certificate III in Engineering Fabrication.

Catholic School Parents SA is hosting the Stronger Families: A Positive Parenting Conference on Saturday 22 August 2026 at the Sanctuary, Adelaide Zoo.

Families are invited to join this day focused on strengthening family relationships, connection and wellbeing, featuring insights from leading parenting experts.

Date: Saturday, 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00am-3:00pm
Location: Sanctuary, Adelaide Zoo

The College has a limited number of complimentary tickets available to families. If you are interested in attending, please email Meghan Jenkins - [email protected]. Tickets will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Once complimentary tickets have been fully allocated, families can purchase tickets for $25 on Humanitix. 

Well done to Year 12 student, Levi, who has landed an apprenticeship with Matrix Electrical Solutions. Levi will be completing a Certificate III in Electrotechnology.

The Commonwealth Government is conducting a national test of the AusAlert system on Monday, 27 July at 1:30 pm Adelaide time.

All compatible mobile devices (including phones, tablets and smart watches) will receive an alert test message, with the heading “CRITICAL AUSALERT” with the next line reading “TEST MESSAGE – AUS ALERT.”

Devices will vibrate and a loud siren will sound for 10 seconds for any devices left on (or not in airplane mode). This testing will impact all South Australians. There is no action required, it is only a test of the alert system.

If you would like more information, please visit the Commonwealth site: National test | ausalert.

Students will be reminded of the test in homeroom on Monday morning.

Welcome back to Term 3!

It’s wonderful to have our students and staff back across all campuses. Over the break, our maintenance, grounds and IT teams worked tirelessly to ensure our learning spaces were refreshed, safe and ready for the term ahead. We are incredibly grateful for their ongoing commitment to our community. 

This week we were delighted to welcome new students to Cardijn College. At Galilee, 27 mid‑year Reception students began their schooling journey. There were plenty of excited smiles, a few nerves and some hesitant steps, but we know that as routines settle and friendships form, they will quickly feel a strong sense of belonging within the Cardijn family. 

Marcellin also welcomed 28 new Year 10s, who are already adjusting to steel‑cap boots and preparing to immerse themselves in the diverse trade and VET pathways available. At Marian, 19 new students joined us across various year levels, bringing great energy and enthusiasm to the campus. 

To all new families, we extend a warm welcome. We value the partnership between school and home and encourage you to reach out at any time. We also invite you to the many events across Semester 2, including the upcoming campus Town Halls — your presence, voice and input are always welcomed and appreciated. 

We look forward to a positive and connected term ahead, guided by the Cardijn Way — a culture of belonging and aspiration. 

Kate Bawden
Deputy Principal