Current letters to Families

02.07.25

Year 9 Camp links closely with the Year 9 Rite Journey Curriculum. Students will have an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of Indigenous perspectives and the connection between culture, respect, and peace for the environment. I

The camp will take place over two groups from Wednesday 13 August -Friday 15 August.

Group 1: Girls - Mrs Zubrinich, Mrs Kemp and Ms Freer: Wednesday 13 August - Thursday 14 August
Group 2: Boys - Mr Freeman, Mr Nistico and Mr Smith : Thursday 14 August- Friday 15 August

05.08.25

The SA School Immunisation Program will be offered at Caritas College by Port Augusta Council Immunisation Program.  The next visit by the Port Augusta Council will be on Tuesday, 5 August.  This second immunisation is for Year 10 students and any Year 7 catch ups.

All Year 7 students will be offered;

• 1 dose of the diphtheria, tetanus and whopping cough vaccine Boostrix
• 1 dose of the human papillomavirus vaccine, Gardasil 9

All Year 10 students will be offered;

• 1 dose of the meningococcal ACWY
• 2 doses of the meningococcal B, Bexero

 

A number of students have entered a project into the Oliphant Science Awards.

Final due date for some projects 29 July

Project judging commences 4 July - 31 July

Winning projects displayed Adelaide Showgrounds 2-3 August

Discounted tickets available to attend ScienceAlive! in Adelaide. 

Please refer to the letter for further information.

19.06.25

Students who are considering enrolling in a VET course in 2026 are required to attend the Try a Trade Day on Thursday 31 July. This event provides valuable hands-on experience and insight into a particular trade.

The day will be held at Port Augusta TAFE from 9.30am - 2.30pm.  Registration is required via the provided link below.
 

27.06.25

In recognition of the Feast of Saint Joachim and Anne – Jesus’ Grandparents, the Reception to Year 3 students will be hosting a Grandparents and Grand-persons Day Liturgy on Friday 25 July. We acknowledge that all families are unique and therefore invite both grandparents and grandparent figures along with families to the celebration.  The Liturgy will be held in the Tappeiner Room at Caritas College, commencing at 11:30am. Following the liturgy, guests will be invited in the Penola Building to spend some time in the child’s classroom, sharing and celebrating their learning.

At 12:30pm students and families will be welcomed out into the Nature Play area to share a simple lunch of a sausage in bread and spend some time exploring the play area during lunchtime. 

19.06.25

A number of teachers have scheduled workshops during the upcoming school holidays for students undertaking Stage 2 subjects.  These sessions are designed to provide students with additional support and time to work through set tasks. They may also be particularly beneficial for students who have requested extra assistance. Please refer to the timetable  below.

** Please note date change of PE from original letter.  Now Thurs not Tues.

Week 1

Date	Subject	Teacher	Time	Room
Tuesday 8 July	Child Studies History	Mrs Grover Mrs Antonic	10:00am – 1:00pm 10:00am – 12:00pm	P06 M05
Thursday 10 July	General Maths / WPP PE	Mrs Noll Mr Robinson	10:00am – 12:00pm 10:00am – 12:00pm	M06 M05
Friday 11 July	General Maths / WPP	Mrs Noll	10:00am – 12:00pm	M06

Week 2

Date	Subject	Teacher	Time	Room
Tuesday 15 July	Health and Wellbeing	Ms Fullerton	10:00am – 12:00pm	P06