St Joseph's Catholic School The Strand
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6 Fryer Street
North Ward QLD 4810
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Phone: 07 4772 1973

Mercy Awards

Love

 Sofia Di Giacomo Sofia lives out the Mercy Value of Love every day in our classroom. She demonstrates kindness, respect, and a calm, thoughtful approach to her learning. Sofia is a caring friend who always notices when someone needs support and is quick to offer help with patience and compassion. Her warm, infectious smile brings positivity to our class and lifts the spirits of those around her. Thank you, Sofia, for your beautiful presence and for being a shining example of love in 4B.
Luella Hicks Luella is receiving a Mercy Award for Love as she embodies this value every day. She has a gentle and kind heart and treats everyone with respect. Luella will happily work with anyone in group activities, include others during playtime, and is always the first to lend a helping hand when someone needs it. Your bright smile lights up our classroom, and your caring nature helps make it a warm and welcoming place for everyone. Thank you, Luella, for being such a kind friend!
Flynn Gee Flynn consistently lives out the Mercy value of Love by making a genuine effort to ensure his peers feel welcome and included every day. He shows kindness in his actions, always using his manners and greeting his teacher’s each morning with a cheerful smile. Flynn’s bubbly nature brightens our classroom and makes it a more joyful and caring place for everyone. We have no doubt that you will continue to display the qualities of a Joey’s kid at your new school Flynn!
William Drummond

William is receiving the Mercy Value of Love Award for his enthusiasm and love of learning, particularly in his English assessment. This term, he has shown a great passion for learning about Ned Kelly, and his excitement has been contagious, spreading to his family, especially his grandfather. William has shared his knowledge with him, and it’s wonderful to see how they have bonded over this fascinating topic. It’s always inspiring to see students who not only love learning but also share that passion with others. William, your love for learning is truly inspiring.
Boston Phillips Boston is a wonderful example of what it means to live out the Mercy Values. He demonstrates the Mercy Value of Love in his kind and caring nature, not only by caring for friends and family but for all of God’s creatures, including a Joey that he recently rescued with his brothers. Boston’s community spirit shines through in his helpful and attentive attitude to daily life in 4A where he is always happy to lend a hand to students and staff alike. His efforts in daily learning and our recent information report writing about James Cook showed that Boston strives for excellence in all areas of school life. Thank you so much for your effort and positive presence in our class, Boston!
Community
Vonn Clair Vonn is receiving the Mercy Value of Community Award for his exceptional willingness to help others. Recently, he has gone out of his way to assist his classmates, patiently explaining Maths concepts and demonstrating how to use PowerPoint. Vonn does this with enthusiasm and without hesitation, and his support has made a real difference to those he’s helped. His generosity and kindness reflect the true spirit of community, and he sets a wonderful example for others. Vonn, thank you for being such a helpful and caring member of our school.
Mia Lonergan Mia is a shining example of what it means to live out the Mercy Value of Community at St Joseph’s. Not only does she do her best to ensure our classroom is a beautiful place to be, she also contributes to the wider Joeys community in her role as a Planet Warrior. Mia is kind, helpful and inclusive of others. No job is too hard and her can-do attitude makes our classroom run smoothly. Thank you for making 4A and Joeys a great place to be.
Excellence Charlie Knapton Charlie has begun Year 4 with excellent focus and dedication to his classwork. He is a kind and caring friend who consistently shows empathy and respect towards his peers. Charlie listens attentively, works independently, and maintains a calm, thoughtful presence in the classroom. He is also making impressive progress in his writing, a testament to his hard work and determination. As a quiet achiever, Charlie displays a strong work ethic and a genuine commitment to his learning. Well done, Charlie—keep up the great work!
Violet Knapton Violet displays persistence and rigour in all that she does. She is a quiet achiever who is always eager to learn new concepts and approaches all tasks with a can-do attitude. Violet has shown incredible improvement in Maths by listening attentively, asking questions and trying her best to be an independent learner. She has also shown exceptional dedication in the preparation for the upcoming  Reader's Cup competition. Keep striving for high standards Violet!
Heidi Eather Heidi is being recognised for the Mercy Award of Excellence for always giving everything her best go, no matter how big or small the challenge. She shares her clever ideas with the whole class and always listens kindly to others too. You should be so proud of how you have challenged yourself to find and add extra information and fantastic vocabulary into your information reports. We have loved reading them! Your hard work, creativity, and positive attitude make our classroom a better place. Keep shining bright, Heidi!
Mila McKellar Mila strives for excellence in all areas of her learning. Through consistent effort and a positive attitude, she has enhanced her written work, in particular her Information Report writing. Mila demonstrates rigour by approaching each task with determination, persevering even when tasks are tricky. Keep up the great work, Mila!
Ivy-Grace Lochowicz Ivy-Grace has recently demonstrated the Mercy value of Excellence through her outstanding rigour and persistence in improving her understanding of place value. With consistent effort and a determined attitude, she has shown great success in this area. Ivy-Grace, you should be incredibly proud of your hard work and the progress you have made. Keep shooting for the stars, Ivy!
Killian Fitzgerald Killian demonstrates a consistent dedication to learning and an outstanding work ethic. He exemplifies the Joey’s 5R of Rigour by approaching every task with determination and a commitment to excellence. His ability to complete work to a high standard sets a shining example for others. Well done, Killian – keep up the great work!
Harriet Kelly Harriet demonstrated exceptional resilience and courage by competing in Speech Makers—a true testament to her determination and growth mindset. She goes above and beyond in supporting some of her peers, helping them stay focused and engaged in their learning. Her willingness to try new things, coupled with her thoughtful reflection on both successes and challenges, makes her a standout role model in our learning community. Well done, Harriet – your positivity, perseverance, and leadership make a real difference!
Thomas Ponti Thomas is receiving the Mercy Value of Excellence Award for his dedication and hard work. He consistently applies what he learns, creating fantastic, detailed responses across all his tasks. Thomas thinks deeply about the topics he studies and participates enthusiastically in class discussions, always contributing valuable insights. His diligence and commitment to his work are truly inspiring, and this acknowledgment is well deserved. Thomas, your consistent effort and focus are a great example for others. Well done!
Bailey Coote Bailey strives for excellence in all aspects of his schooling. He has demonstrated an eagerness to make significant positive changes. Bailey  has demonstrated remarkable improvement that reflects a strong work ethic and being a true Joey’s kid. Your hard work and efforts have not gone unnoticed Bailey,  and you serve as a great example for your peers. Keep up the great work, and continue striving for excellence!