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.

One of the most vibrant and community-focused days at Galilee, Catholic Charities Day brings our whole school together to have fun and raise money for Catholic organisations supporting people in need.

Our Year 6 students worked in groups to create their own market stalls, with each group designing a different game or activity for other students to enjoy. They also created their own signs and decorations, explaining how their activity worked and highlighting a Catholic Social Teaching and the Catholic charity their fundraising would support.

Each class had a dedicated time slot to visit the stalls, with students invited to bring along some money to participate. While some activities included physical prizes, this year we placed a greater focus on games and experiences rather than prizes, helping to promote sustainability while ensuring every student had the opportunity to participate in the fun and contribute to a meaningful cause. There were also lots of free activities for all students to enjoy. We had netball and soccer challenges, balloon darts, toilet paper toss, water games, colouring activities and so much more.

We raised a whopping $2559.30 which will be donated to Vinnies, Hutt St Centre, Our Lady of LaVang and St Patrick's Special Schools. 

A huge well done to our Year 6s! They did a fantastic job.

Wellbeing Week at the College was a chance for students to pause and focus on their wellbeing, while building positive habits and developing skills and strategies that can support their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Throughout last week, each campus ran its own activities:

Students got moving with Just Dance, joined in a Dance-Yoga Flash Mob, competed in table tennis and put their problem-solving skills to the test with the Newspaper Bridge Challenge. They also learnt more about their teachers through a fun Staff Pet Quiz.

We also welcomed Alex Barnes, former SANFL footballer and current coach, to Marcellin. Alex shared his experiences with mental health challenges and spoke with students about the importance of looking after our wellbeing and supporting those around us.

Wednesday during lunchtime YCS hosted 'Good Vibes Day' at Marian.

"We understand that school can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially in Term 3 as the end of the year approaches. To help reduce stress and create a fun environment at school, we set up different activities and food stalls around campus. This year, we had karaoke, photo booths, banner painting, and mini games such as cornhole, Connect Four and golf, with prizes up for grabs. We also had free Milo and fairy bread! Good Vibes Day is an initiative we look forward to each year, and we love seeing our school community come together." -Agnes, YCS Group

For R U OK? Day on Thursday, students took part in activities centred around friendship, kindness and looking out for one another. At Marian, students enjoyed Conversation Bingo, sharing a picnic with friends sparking meaningful conversations. At Galilee, students took part in kindness and craft activities before celebrating their unique strengths with Superhero Strengths Shields. At Marcellin, students started their morning with bacon and egg sandwiches, while lunchtime brought ice blocks and ice creams.

Visit our Student Counselling page for information about the range of support available to our students, including the Counselling Referral Form, Checklist for Parents, wellbeing tips and more.

Help is always available if you need it. Visit cardijn.catholic.edu.au/counselling

Throughout Term 3, Year 10s completed work experience placements across a range of industries, gaining insight into workplace expectations and exploring potential career paths.

• Dylan - TTS Built
• Ethan - Brads All Mechanical Repairs
• Hans - Sherriffs Road Auto Centre
• Tyler - Christie's Beach Marine
• Will - Adelaide Building and Carpentry
• Zac - Scott's Tyres

What a fantastic evening at our Quiz for a Cause fundraiser in support of communities in Timor.

Nine dedicated students worked tirelessly behind the scenes to organise the event, bringing together around 100 family members and friends. 

Thanks to the overwhelming support of attendees, donors and local supporters, the event has raised approximately $3,500 and counting, with donations continuing to come in.

A special thank you goes to Wade Champion and Aden Crosser, who generously hosted the evening and kept everyone entertained throughout the night.

Most importantly, every dollar raised will go directly to communities in Timor, helping to support programs and initiatives where they are needed most.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who donated, attended, volunteered and contributed to the success of this event. Together, we have shown the power of community and our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.

The Year 11 Drama students will be performing Bright. Young. Things. by Georgia Christou on Wednesday and Thursday of Week 9 (September 16 and 17) in the Marian Campus Theatre at 6:30pm. Tickets are free and are available to book via Humanitix - we hope to see you there!

"On a reality television show, six remarkable – and remarkably young – geniuses are competing for the coveted Golden Brain trophy and the title ‘Britain’s Brainiest Child’. As the contestants battle it out round after round, the pressure mounts, the spotlight gets harsher, and each is faced with questions they were never expecting. Who will win and who will lose – and what exactly does winning mean anyway?"

To secure tickets, please visit the Key College Events page.

• One 1-hour training session per week
• One game on Friday afternoons

Each year, families are asked to confirm the intentions for their child/children’s enrolment at Cardijn College for the following school year. 

In Week 5, a survey was emailed to all families via Consent2Go asking families to please respond YES if your child’s enrolment will continue at Cardijn College in 2027, and YES if your child will be transferring between campuses in order to continue their enrolment with the College.  

Families are asked to please respond NO if your child will not be returning to Cardijn College in 2027 and a member of our Enrolments Team at your child/children’s campus will reach out to you.  

Thank you in advance for your support and please do not hesitate to contact the Enrolments Team at your child/children’s campus if you have any further questions. 

World Day of Migrants and Refugees

"The World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which occurs annually on the last Sunday in September

invites each of us to consider the reality of migration in our world. In his message reflecting on

this year’s theme, Even just one of these children (cf. Mt 18:10), Pope Leo XIV draws our attention

to the experience of children and young people who are migrants or refugees. Recognising the

vulnerability of minors, Pope Leo invites us to “transform welcoming from an abstract concept into

a stable pastoral practice” and that:

Christian communities should be encouraged to promote the integration of refugees and

migrants and to value them as full members of the ecclesial family, fostering new education

and spiritual paths, including personalised ones, which go beyond the mentality of mere

assistance.

Marist schools are to be places where migrants and refugee families and their children are

welcomed, enabling us “to respond in more daring and decisive ways in fidelity to our Marist way

of living the Gospel”1 . Prioritising the needs of these students and ensuring educational pathways,

especially in literacy acquisition, is a hallmark of many of our Australian Marist schools in areas

with large migrant and refugee populations. Thank you to teachers, school leaders and the broader

school communities for ensuring our schools are home for these students, their families and carers."

Steve Byrne
Principal