STRONG IN FAITH, EDUCATION AND TRADITION.

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A CO-EDUCATIONAL DAY AND BOARDING COLLEGEYEAR 7 - 12

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“What makes the difference in our students’ lives is our foundation of compassion and faith. This is the hallmark of St John’s Catholic College and together, we stand strong.”

STRONG TOGETHER

- Cameron Hughes - Principal

WELCOME

At St John’s Catholic College, we stand strong, together.

Located across two campuses connected by a walkway over

the Botanical Gardens, the College offers Years 7 to 9, both

day and boarding in a contemporary learning environment.

St John’s Catholic College offers a small school environment

with a reputation for providing excellence in education,

as well as developing the social, emotional and spiritual

well-being of the diverse student population.

The College is internationally-minded, cultivating a

multicultural focus that is reflected in the student population

and in the educational programs offered, from online

learning facilities through to nationally recognised programs

that enable students to develop the skills, mindset and

values to be good global citizens in their future pathways.

The St John’s culture is one of welcome, where everyone is

valued and everyone belongs.

We look forward to meeting you.

Mr Cameron Hughes

PRINCIPAL

Standing strong in the history of Catholic education in the city of Darwin

is St John’s Catholic College.

For more than fifty years the College has served the Darwin community and beyond,

providing exceptional education and pastoral care for both day and boarding students,

spanning several generations.

IN OUR HISTORY

Today the College takes pride in the educational opportunities and

standard of pastoral care provided. We are culturally diverse,

pastorally-centred and futures-focused.

Our history is our tradition and our tradition is the foundation of our future.

Established as a boys’ school by the Bishop of

Darwin in 1960, the College was founded on the

edge of the Darwin Botanical Gardens and was led by Fr John

Burford MSC.

The first boarding students arrived in 1966 under

the leadership of Fr Cyril Connolly MSC.

Under the leadership of Fr John Phelan MSC from 1968 to 1973,

the College expanded with new

classrooms and manual arts and sporting facilities.

In 1972 Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College was founded on

the other side of St John’s College,

separated by the Botanical Gardens. Led by Sr

St Anne Daley FDNSC, the girls’ boarding residence

was established under the leadership of the

Dominican Sisters of the Holy Rosary.

Following the devastation caused by Cyclone

Tracey in 1974, Fr Tyson Doneley decided that

St John’s College should become co-educational

and in the following years, he oversaw the

construction of many new buildings including the

library, auditorium, staff rooms and classrooms,

along with subsequent Principals Fr Tony Bolt MSC

and Fr John Franzmann MSC.

The Jubilee Hall was constructed to commemorate the College’s

Silver Jubilee in 1985.

The College further developed to take in international boarding

students and Indigenous boarding was

expanded, under the leadership of Br Paul Brooks MSC.

Financial problems led the last MSC Principal,

Fr Robert Irvine MSC to negotiate with the Catholic Education

Office to take over the College from the MSC order.

Mr Gerard Keating, the first lay Principal of St John’s Catholic

College was responsible for master planning the College for its

future growth.

In 2003 Sr Phillipa Murphy FNDC was the last OLSH appointed

Principal at St John’s and was responsible

for introducing the Year 7 students into Middle School. She

established a clear vision for the College that pursued its motto

of being ‘Strong in Faith’, and expanded this vision to include

education and tradition.

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STRONG TOGETHER

STRONG IN FAITH, EDUCATION AND TRADITION

WE BELIEVE IN…

our students and respect each student’s learning style and their

right to learn

WE BELIEVE IN…

providing creative, innovative and challenging

learning experiences that will equip each student with the life

skills he/she needs for his/her future

WE BELIEVE IN…

working in partnership with parents, guardians and caregivers

to achieve the very best outcomes for each student

WE BELIEVE IN…

providing spiritual and faith experiences that

enhance each student’s understanding and

commitment to the Catholic faith

WE BELIEVE IN…

preparing our students for an active role in the

wider global community

WE BELIEVE IN…

promoting the five Rs - Relationships, Respect,

Responsibility, Reliability and Risk taking.

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STRONG TOGETHER IN OUR VISION

IN OUR MISSION

We strive to build a Catholic community strong in faith, strong in educa-tion and strong in tradition.

IN OUR VALUES

The virtues we value at St John’s College act as a moral compass and guide us in building strong relationships based on Christian love.

St John’s College, through its Catholic tradition and MSC charism, works in partnership with parents and

guardians to inspire excellence in all students and empower them to make informed life choices to meet

the challenges ahead and contribute positively as active and responsible Christian citizens of the world.

ACCEPTANCE Appreciating each person and her/his story; valuing cultural differences and being inclusive of all.

COMPASSION Involves the ‘head, heart and hand’ in understanding by listening, showing heartfelt concern; being able to forgive wrongs and putting concerns into meaningful actions.

COURAGE Strength to uphold the community values and beliefs; leading the way in being true to ourselves despite the challenges that may come.

RESPECT A sense of self-worth and esteem for self and others; respect is shown and gained through showing consideration and esteem for others.

RESILIENCE Involves understanding yourself and your strengths and challenges; being self- motivated to always give your best and keep persevering by facing up to the challenges.

RESPONSIBILITY Being dependable and able to be relied upon; being accountable for our decisions and actions. Stewardship Showing concern and cherishing the community and its environment; being prepared to act as guardians to conserve this for the benefit of future generations of St John’s community.

STRONG TOGETHER

Our Catholic faith and the charism of our founders, the Missionaries of

the Sacred Heart (MSC) and the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred

Heart (OLSH) is the foundation of our College culture.

College patron, St John the Evangelist, guides the work of our College so

that, in Christ’s words, according to St John, “I came that they may have

life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10

Our College educational philosophy is to prepare our students for life.

In doing so, our curriculum, our pastoral care and our College culture

builds the academic, social, emotional and spiritual dimensions of each

young person, providing them with an holistic education and mindset

with which to encounter their future pathways.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHO IS ST JOHN? St John the Evangelist is our College Patron. St

John was one of Jesus Christ’s 12 apostles and is known as the author of

the Gospel of John.

WHO ARE OUR FOUNDERS? St John’s Catholic

College was founded by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) and

the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH)

WHAT IS A CHARISM? A charism is the spirit of the religious order. It

is the specific focus, the set of values that drive the focus and mission of

the order.

DO WE HAVE TO BE CATHOLIC TO ATTEND ST JOHN’S

CATHOLIC COLLEGE? Students of all faiths, cultures and back-

grounds and who are supportive of our Catholic ethos are welcome at

St John’s.

WHAT IS OUR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

PROGRAM? As a Catholic school, our religious education program

reflects our philosophy of offering an education that prepares young

people for life both intellectually and socially, but also grounds them in

an abiding belief in the goodness of God and of others.

Visit our website at stjohnsnt.catholic.edu.au

for more information.

IN OUR FAITH

IN OUR FAITH

“I CAME THAT THEY MAY HAVE LIFE AND LIVE IT ABUNDANTLY.”

- John 10:10

STRONG TOGETHER

IN OUR MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

DEVELOPING A LOVE OF LEARNING

Our Middle Years curriculum aims to inspire a love of learning.

The needs of young adolescents are recognised through our Middle School pro-

gram which allows each student to grow and learn within a strong community.

When the students feel a strong sense of

support and are comfortable in their environment, the learning

experience is enhanced.

Our teachers are involved in planning and writing of interesting and innovative

units, based on the Australian Curriculum and focussed on the needs of the

learners.

• RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

• ENGLISH

• HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

• HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (HISTORY AND GEOGRAPHY)

• MATHEMATICS

• SCIENCE

• BAHASA INDONESIA

• DANCE

• FOOD & HOSPITALITY

• MUSIC

• MANDARIN

• JAPANESE

• DRAMA

• DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (WOOD & METAL)

• DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

• ART

CORE SUBJECTS

ELECTIVE SUBJECTS

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IN OUR SENIOR SCHOOL CURRICULUM

DEVELOPING ENGAGED LEARNERS

Where our Middle School Curriculum seeks to instil a love of

learning and experience, the Senior Curriculum builds on this by providing multi-

ple learning pathways to ensure our students are engaged learners.

Our academic and vocational pathways involve our students as active, engaged

learners who are immersed in mature perspectives that converge with and em-

brace our Catholic values.

YEAR 10

Students in the Senior Years are offered a range of academic and vocational subjects and pathways to enable them to access further education and/

or training or employment at the end of Year 12 and work towards achieving the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (NTCET).

Year 10 is a transition year, preparing students for the selection of an appropriate course of study for Years 11 and 12.

• RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - JOURNEY IN FAITH PROGRAM

• ENGLISH

• HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

• HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (HISTORY)

• MATHEMATICS

• SCIENCE

A range of Stage 1 and Stage2 subjects from

the following learning areas:

• ARTS

• BUSINESS, ENTERPRISE, AND TECHNOLOGY

• CROSS-DISCIPLINARY

• ENGLISH

• HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION

• HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

• LANGUAGES

• MATHEMATICS

• SCIENCES

FOUNDATION FOR SENIOR SECONDARY STUDIES

YEAR 11 & 12• RELIGIOUS EDUCATION - CERTIFICATE III IN

CHRISTIAN MINISTRY AND THEOLOGY

• SOUTH AUSTRALIAN CERTIFICATE OF EDU-CATION (SACE) BOARD:

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IN OUR PASTORAL CARE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW ARE NEW STUDENTS TRANSITIONED INTO COLLEGE LIFE? When a new student commences at the College, the following

steps take place to ensure the student is welcomed and there is a

smooth transition:

• For day students, the Pastoral Care Coordinator assigns

a peer/buddy from that student’s Home Room to assist

them in settling in to the daily routine

• An orientation tour is conducted by the peer/buddy

• For boarders, a transition/orientation program is run by

Pastoral Care Coordinators and Boarding staff to ensure

new boarders are comfortable and aware of expectations.

WHAT LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES DO STUDENTS HAVE? All students are encouraged to demonstrate their

personal leadership qualities.

One of the many benefits of a small school environment is the leader-

ship opportunities that are afforded to senior students.

At St John’s College, all students are encouraged to

demonstrate their personal leadership qualities and to be involved in

membership of committees:

• Students can nominate to be College Captains, House

Leaders of Committee Presidents in Year 12.

• A selection process including interviews with senior staff

and an election by peers determines who is appointed to

these positions.

• Student Representative Council membership is open to all.

• Three Standing Committees include Catholic Practice,

Environment and Technology. These committees are led

by a staff member and provide service to the College for

liturgies, programs and various projects.

WHAT IS THE COLLEGE BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT POLICY? Our College Behaviour

Management Policy can be found on our website at

stjohnsnt.catholic.edu.au WHAT IS THE UNIFORM POLICY? It is an expectation

at St John’s Catholic College that the full and correct uniform is worn

at all times. This is an explicit condition of enrolment. The uniform has

been designed for maximum comfort to suit the tropical climate of

Darwin. Both an

academic and sports uniform is required.

Pastoral care is at the heart of the educational experience offered at St

John’s Catholic College. In creating a culture where everyone is valued

and everyone belongs, the

pastoral care program is based on compassion, faith,

education and tradition.

The College provides a safe, caring and nurturing

environment for both students and staff, with a culture that promotes

health, well-being and acceptance of all.

Our College Behaviour Management Policy is based on the premise that

with all rights, come responsibilities, and that all individuals choose their

behaviour.

“It’s the feeling of belonging that is so important to our students amd to our staff, it impacts learning and well-being and gives our young people a foundation of support.”

- Cherilyn Hughes - Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning

- Cherilyn Hughes - Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning

STRONG TOGETHER

Our boarders become part of our St John’s family, a home away from

home where life-long friendships are formed

and a strong alumni grows.

Our boarding college is a welcoming, supportive and caring communi-

ty where the well-being of our students is paramount. Inherent in the

fabric of our boarding college are strong Christian values and this is

expressed in the care provided for both our day and boarding students.

We operate from the premise that the family is paramount. Conse-

quently, we are very conscious that we are

entrusted, not only with educational expectations, but the care and

welfare of the whole person. This translates into

a care which both challenges and supports your child so that they

come to realise their personal worth and dignity, and as well as that of

others.

Beyond the classroom, our boarders are encouraged to be active,

involved, and to make the most of the opportunities offered to them.

Emphasis is placed on activities, tasks and experience.

We are strong boarding community, a place of belonging.

IN OUR BOARDING COMMUNITY

“I’ve made life-long friends here, it’s been my second home and my second family.”

- Leada Blackie - Year 7 Student

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