Love

If the love of God really reigns in our heart, it will show itself on the exterior.

Catherine McAuley

Elizabeth Bowrey

Elizabeth showed love and kindness towards another student in prep that was upset during playtime. Elizabeth stopped what she was playing at lunchtime and went over to that student to console them. She then asked that student to come and play with her and her friends.

Well done Elizabeth for your kindness and being a great role model for our junior students at St Joey’s.

Brooke Gordon

Brooke has consistently been a shining light in 4B. She sets a wonderful example of how encouraging others to join in games or to have a go at challenging classroom tasks and activities can make a big difference to her peers.

She checks on those who look like they may need a kind word or gentle encouragement.

Congratulations Brooke!

Community

No matter how small the gift, God gives the increase. 

Catherine McAuley

Francesca Ferguson

Frankie showed great kindness in the playground. Another student was upset because she did not have any equipment to play with. Frankie saw her crying, stopped playing straight away, and gave her the bouncer she was using. Frankie comforted her. It was wonderful to see her put another person first in such a lovely way.

Thank you Frankie for caring for others and building a community of kindness at St Joey’s.

Isabelle Goodwin

Isabelle showed admirable compassion, kindness and bravery when she chose to stay and be partners with another student who was having trouble finding a group. She did this so quietly and without a fuss. It was amazing to watch her commit to being a loving neighbour, despite her other friends not being a part of her group.

Thank you for standing up for what is right Isabelle and for staying true to yourself, you should be so proud. 

Excellence

We can never say, ‘it is enough.’ 

Catherine McAuley

Jack French-Northam

Jack has been learning to play the drums in 2021. He approaches his lessons with enthusiasm, is an active listener, and a polite student. It is clear that Jack devotes himself to practice as he is showing excellent progression in rhythm and timing.

Jack should be proud of himself!

Jonah Allen

Jonah has displayed excellence whilst representing Joey’s at the Interschool Cross Country carnival. His incredible 3rd placing for Townsville, was not just a result of his superhuman effort on the day, but his persistence and effort in training for this event. More than natural ability was needed to excel in this event. Jonah not only showed great courage to push himself beyond his comfort zone, he also kept alive the reputation of Joey’s kids showing excellent sportsmanship. The first thing that Jonah did after crossing the line, was to find the 1st and 2nd placegetters and shake their hands and congratulate them on their efforts.

Well done, Jonah!

Ethan Kelly

Ethan has shone brightly this term. By striving for high standards, he has gone beyond his best. Ethan has consistently shown rigour in each task and is taking responsibility for his own progress. He set a goal to improve his writing and he has blitzed that goal thanks to this impressive attitude towards his learning.

Congratulations Ethan!