Issue 3 SJC News 2021

Term 1 - Upcoming Events 

Every day - CUT THE WRAP

Friday 5 March - Schools Clean Up Day "30 for 30" Challenge!

Sunday 7 March - Clean Up Australia Day

Monday 15 March - Enviroservice

Friday 19 March - National Ride to School Day

Friday 26 March - Earth Hour Schools Day (time TBC)

Saturday 27 March - Earth Hour 8:30pm-9:30pm

Sustainability Leadership

With a focus this year on "productive" gardens, Student Leaders have supported Sustainability Leaders over the past fortnight, revamping the planter boxes and drinking stations by removing weeds and planting out new herbs and vegetables. Whilst still in progress, we look forward to bearing witness to the growth of fresh produce in the various garden beds across both campuses.

30 for 30 Challenge - Schools Clean Up Day

In support of the National Schools Clean-Up day, this year we are introducing a new initiative called the "30 for 30" Challenge. Five students from each year level will be involved in the 30-minute challenge during lunchtime on Friday 5 March in an effort to clean the school grounds. Hot drink vouchers will be awarded to all participants and the year level with the greatest amount collected will receive an extra voucher.

Community Notices

Discount on battery purchases

As participating members of the “Schools Battery Recycling Program”, all members of the St Joseph’s College community receive 15% off purchases any time at Battery World Geelong, upon mentioning this newsletter article.

Bicycle collection - pre-loved bicycles wanted

Since the inception of this initiative, community member John McKinnon, Corio Norlane Lions Club, has now restored and distributed thousands of bikes to various organisations running bike education programs and for the needy.

If you have bikes to donate, simply email Kelly Jenkins at [email protected] to arrange collection from Gate 5, Queens Road.

Furthermore, if you love to tinker with bikes and would be interested in assisting John, he may be contacted directly on; 0419319664 or via email at; [email protected]

Numbers 2 & 4 Plastics Wanted

We encourage all families to hold on to their plastic bottle tops and other polymer containers to support our VCAL students with their recycling projects next term. Specifically, we are seeking items with numbers 2 or 4 clearly identified. Items should be washed prior to donating. 

Recycling Other Items

The City of Greater Geelong has launched a new recycling campaign, to support residents to recycle more efficiently. There are many opportunities for everyday household items including Mattresses, polystyrene and E-Waste to be recycled rather than ending up in landfills.

For more information regarding items that may be recycled and Recycling Resource Centres in the Geelong region, visit the following website:

https://www.geelongaustralia.c...