E-News 12 May

 

Term 2 2026

Welcome to Week 4

 

  • Alignment

    In the last edition of E-News, I wrote about the importance of parents and teachers working in partnership to set clear, achievable goals for students and to explore practical ways learning can be reinforced between home and school. This shared approach is central to supporting young people as they navigate the challenges of adolescence.

    In support of this important alignment of messaging and action, we are pleased to welcome another highly regarded pastoral care expert who will be working with our Year 9 students this week, followed by a parent workshop next week. Parents and caregivers who attend the workshop will gain first‑hand insight into the key concepts and learning their sons and daughters have experienced as part of the school‑based program. This shared understanding helps build consistency between home and school and encourages meaningful, informed conversations that support students’ wellbeing and development.

    Led by Jade Lewis, this term’s workshop, Under YOUR Influence, explores the complexities of parenting teenagers through adolescence. Jade is a recognised expert in this field, holding a Master’s degree in Criminology with a focus on youth and families. For more than 20 years, she has worked with schools across Australia, supporting young people to navigate challenges and make positive choices. As a best‑selling author, Jade brings a powerful blend of research‑based knowledge, lived experience and practical insight to her work.

    The presentation examines five key pillars - Connection, Prevention, Early Intervention, Treatment and Transition - to help parents navigate the social, emotional and digital challenges facing young people today. Topics include understanding the teenage brain, setting healthy boundaries, developing digital and emotional intelligence, fostering community and identity, and building long‑term resilience. Parents leave with practical, actionable strategies and renewed confidence for the long game of raising teenagers.

    This session follows last term’s highly successful parent workshop, led by presenter Daniel Principe, where families were supported with tools and strategies to better understand the challenges facing young people today. Together, these opportunities reinforce our shared commitment to working collaboratively in the best interests of our students.

    We strongly encourage all parents and caregivers to attend Jade Lewis’ free workshop on Thursday 21 May 2026, from 6.30pm to 8.00pm in the Caroline Payne Theatre. While Year 9 families are particularly encouraged to attend, the workshop is open to all parents of adolescent children. Bookings are available via the College website here.

    Celebrating an Outstanding Production: Shrek the Musical

    The College is thrilled to celebrate the enormous success of Shrek the Musical, a production that brought joy, laughter and a real sense of community to all who attended. The performances were highly professional, entertaining and full of heart - so much so that it was hard to believe this was a student production. Our students should be incredibly proud of what they achieved.

    With students involved from Years 4 to 12, the production reflected nearly nine months of dedication, planning and rehearsal. Across four sold‑out shows and two full dress rehearsals, the cast and crew delivered six outstanding performances in just five days, delighting audiences of well in excess of 2,000 people.

    This production highlighted the vital role of The Arts in education. Through theatre, students develop confidence, teamwork, discipline and creativity, while also discovering new strengths and pathways for the future. The learning that occurred after each performance, the mentoring between students, and the leadership opportunities that emerged were deeply formative for all involved.

    None of this would have been possible without the extraordinary commitment of our staff, who created an environment where students could shine, support one another and grow together. We thank them for providing such a positive, nurturing and purposeful experience that challenged students to perform at their very best, while fostering a deep sense of camaraderie and belonging that made this experience truly special.

    We also extend our sincere thanks to parents and families for their generous support, time and encouragement throughout the journey, which played a vital role in the success of the production.

    Congratulations to everyone involved in Shrek the Musical. It was a joyful, inspiring achievement and a wonderful celebration of the talent, teamwork and spirit of our College community.

    Year 6 Camp

    Last week, our Year 6 students embarked on their camp at Forest Edge in Waroona. From adventurous outdoor activities to engaging problem-solving challenges, the experience offered countless opportunities for students to step beyond their comfort zones and discover new strengths. Whether working together in team-based tasks or showing perseverance in unfamiliar situations, students demonstrated resilience, courage, and a willingness to embrace new experiences.

    A highlight of the camp was the strong emphasis on teamwork and community building, culminating in a special outdoor evening liturgy prepared by Mr Overton. We extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated staff, whose support and encouragement over the three days created meaningful experiences filled with laughter and connection. These shared moments have helped foster a strong sense of community and belonging that will continue to support our Year 6 cohort throughout the year.

    New Competitive Sports Uniforms

    We are delighted to announce the arrival of our new competitive sports uniforms, which will be worn across all College sporting teams. Modern, fresh and unmistakably reflective of our Corpus spirit, the new designs capture both who we are and what we stand for. They evoke a strong sense of pride and belonging, and we look forward to seeing our students wear the new kits as they take to the sporting arena throughout this term.

     The uniforms are the result of considerable time, effort and collaboration, with valuable input from both staff and students shaping designs that are unique and meaningful. They celebrate our rich and illustrious sporting history, while also looking forward with energy, optimism and excitement. We thank everyone involved for their contribution to the design and delivery of our competitive sports uniforms that our community can wear with pride and confidence.

    Careers Week

    This week, the College is focusing on Careers Week, which includes the launch of this year’s Own Your Own Path Careers Expo, being held at the College today. This special week, and the events that form part of it, are designed to prompt conversation, curiosity and connection with experts, allowing students to explore a wide range of possible future pathways and interests.

    Students are encouraged to explore options, seek advice and engage in meaningful conversations as they begin to consider their next steps. Exposure to different tertiary pathways, industries, training options and lived experiences helps students make informed decisions and build confidence in owning their own journey.

    We are privileged to have an expert Pathways team at the College who are always available to speak with students across all year levels about future options, opportunities and goals. We are also most fortunate to have a generous alumni community who willingly share their experiences with our students, offering encouragement, motivation and practical insight. Some of their stories are available here. Together, this collective support helps students broaden their thinking, feel supported in their choices, and approach the future with confidence and optimism.

    Upcoming Events

    • 12 May: Own Your Own Path

    • 14 May: First Holy Community Parent/Child Workshop

    • 16 May: First Holy Communion Commitment Mass

    • 19 May: College Tour

    • 21 – 22 May: Year 8 Retreat

Best wishes and every blessing

Jeff Allen

Principal

 

  • All students from Kindy to Year 6 are welcome to take part in the 2026 Premier’s Reading Challenge! This exciting statewide initiative encourages students to discover the joy of reading, explore new stories and develop lifelong reading habits. Students can log books, audiobooks, graphic novels, stories that have been read to them and more for the chance to win weekly prizes and receive a certificate signed by the Premier. Families can find more information they can scan the QR code located on the posters in the classrooms or and register at Premier’s Reading Challenge WA. 

  • Our Year 3–6 students will be taking part in a friendly Western Australia-wide Times Tables Rock Stars competition from 8:00am AWST Tuesday 12 May to 6:00pm AWST Thursday 14 May 2026. Students can play online via Times Tables Rock Stars, earning points for themselves, their class, and the school with every correct multiplication or division answer. Taking part in the competition helps students build confidence, improve recall of multiplication facts, and develop fluency in mathematics in a fun and engaging way. To support student wellbeing, competition points can only be earned for up to 30 minutes of play each day.

  • Unfortunately the Coffee Van is no longer able to attend on Tuesday mornings. We are exploring other opportunities to provide ways that parents can connect throughout the year and will provide an update when plans are in place.

 

  • As part of our commitment to environmental stewardship and in partnership with the Friends of Corpus, we encourage families to participate in our Uniform Recycling Program. Gently used uniforms can be donated to support sustainability and help other families in our community. Information is detailed below.

    Let’s work together to reduce waste and support one another. Thank you for being part of this initiative.

  • Year 7 2029 Entry

    The College is currently welcoming enrolment applications for entry into Year 7, 2029.  

    Families with children currently attending other schools, and who are interested in seeking a place for Year 7, 2029,  are encouraged to submit an enrolment application at their earliest convenience. 

    Kindergarten 2029 Entry

    Families with children who are eligible to commence Kindergarten in 2029 are welcomed to lodge an enrolment application at their earliest convenience. 

    Sibling Enrolments

    The Enrolments Team would like to remind families that an enrolment application is required for all siblings seeking entry into any year group. We encourage families to submit these applications promptly to ensure they are included in the enrolment process. For all enrolment enquiries, please contact our Enrolments team via: enrolments@corpus.wa.edu.au

 
 

  • On Saturday 16 May at 6.00pm the Parish is hosting the Commitment Mass for those completing their Sacrament of First Holy Communion. It’s an invitation to all in our Corpus Christi College community to come along and attend. 

  • This Month is the month of Mary, learn more on our blog!

 
 

  • From Monday 4 May (Term 2, Week 3):
    All students are expected to be in the full Winter Uniform.

    We kindly remind families that wearing the College uniform with pride is an important part of who we are at Corpus Christi. All students are expected to follow the current Uniform Guidelines, ensuring we continue to present ourselves with excellence in our community. You can view the full guidelines here: Link here.

  • As pick‑up and drop‑off times are especially busy across our K–12 campus, we kindly remind all families to drive slowly, patiently, and with extreme care while on College grounds. Ensuring the safety of our students, staff, and families is vital, and we appreciate everyone working together to maintain a calm and safe environment during these high‑traffic periods. Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to keeping our community safe.

    We remind families that the parking between the Senior and Junior Campus is reserved for Staff.

  • Congratulations to our Year 7 SLTs announced last week:

    Arts

    Audrey Fernando

    Kseniya Bilonozhko

    Mission and Ministry

    Gabriel Gutierrez

    Joanna Noel

    Sport

    Romilly Anderson

    Isaac Milne

    Stewardship

    Zoe Barendilla

    Sophie Dahlstrom

    Chisholm

    Harrison Murray

    Abbie Branch

    De Vialar

    Mila Richards

    Leyton Drinnan

    MacKillop

    Xavier Watt

    Caitlin Delaney

    Merici

    Carter Trickett

    Lucy Johnson

    Pallotti

    Joshua Lee

    Preston Harlen

    Romero

    Kristina Arabella Madrid

    Jordan De Santis

    Salvado

    Olivia Godhino

    Charlotte Taylor

    Xavier

    Scarlett Mitchell

    Ryder Vinci

Year 7 Student Leadership Team

 

  • Aspire is the continuation of our Homework Club, providing students with a quiet, supervised after‑school space to complete homework, revise and seek academic support.

    The program runs Monday to Thursday in Term 1 and offers assistance across Mathematics, Science, Humanities, English, Religion and Life and general study skills. Support is provided by staff and recent graduates.

    Students who previously attended Homework Club are encouraged to continue attending Aspire It is the same program with the same purpose, now under a new name.

    Please session times and locations on the graphic below, or on the blog!

  • We hope all Mothers and Mother figures had a wonderful weekend, explore our blog post to learn more about Mother’s Day in French and Italian culture, here.

Visit the blog
 

Term Dates

For a quick glance of the College Term Dates for 2026 with student-free days and more, visit the link here.

Calendar highlights are below:

 
 

Did you know our College Calendar offers dual access? It’s publicly available online for general viewing, but signing in reveals a richer, more detailed schedule. Follow our easy step-by-step instructions to make the most of the calendar: Parent Calendar Overview - IT Helpdesk.

Please refer to the College Calendar for the most up-to-date event dates and information, as it serves as the definitive source.

 

Save The Date

More Information to follow on the Calendar

More Information about Ticket Sales for Music Recital Evening and Rockfest Concert will be provided closer to the event date.

Ticketed Events

Kimochi’s Parent Information Session - FREE

Interested in learning more about Kimochis? Register to attend an online session held on Tuesday 12 May 6.00pm - 7.00pm to find out more. Click here

Under Your Influence: Parenting Teenagers Through Adolescence led by Jade Lewis

Free community event. All are welcome.
Under Your Influence is a 60 minute seminar for parents who want practical guidance to support their teenagers through adolescence. Led by Jade Lewis, the session equips parents with evidence based strategies, real life insights and confidence to navigate today’s social, emotional and digital challenges.

Drawing on more than 20 years of professional experience and lived experience, Jade explores the five core pillars from her book Under Your Influence:

Connection | Prevention | Early Intervention | Treatment | Transition

Parents leave with clear strategies they can apply immediately, greater understanding of the teenage years and reassurance that they are not alone.

Free event, RSVP essential.

Book now
Learn more
 

Friends Of Corpus - Community Pillar Event

The Community Team warmly invites parents to the College for an engaging workshop on Strength-Based Parenting delivered by our Wellbeing Team. This session will explore how recognising and encouraging strengths, both in ourselves and in our children, can help build confidence, resilience, positive relationships and a strong sense of identity.

Parents will have the opportunity to discover their own character strengths, better understand their child’s strengths and learn practical ways to encourage the use of their strengths in everyday life.

Learn more and RSVP Below:

Book now
 
 

  • Corpus Christi College offers a Learn to Swim Program onsite at the Jennifer Reilly Aquatic Centre. The aquatic centre features a covered and heated 25 metre, eight-lane indoor lap and water polo pool, a separate 12 metre learn-to-swim pool and terrace seating for 180 people. Our Learn to Swim Program is facilitated by Speed With Style, a company who provide a unique approach to swim teaching called Individualised Custom Teaching, which was developed by Dr Nigel Williams in collaboration with head coach and Speed with Style Founder - John Williams.

    The Learn to Swim program is available to both Corpus Christi College students and those external to the College.

    You can register and find more information about Speed with Style here.

  • Canning City Soccer Club is currently welcoming new players for the upcoming season, which kicks off on 26 April. They are seeking girls born between 2011 and 2014 to join their JCL Community League teams.

    A local, community-focused environment with a strong emphasis on participation, development, and building confidence through sport.

    Learn more:
    https://canningcityfc.org.au/

 
 

  • We are delighted to share some fantastic sporting news from our community. One of our students is part of a baseball team that has recently been crowned State Champions, an outstanding achievement reflecting dedication, teamwork and skill.

    Following this success, the team has now been selected to represent Western Australia at the National Championships, to be held in Sydney this June. This is a remarkable opportunity and a well‑deserved reward for their hard work throughout the season.

    We congratulate the entire team and coaching staff on this achievement and wish them every success as they compete on the national stage. Go WA!

  • Year 12 Sport Captain Isla Emmerson has had an outstanding and action‑packed start to 2026, showcasing her talent on the national lacrosse stage.

    In March, Isla represented Western Australia at the Australian National Senior Box Lacrosse Championships in Victoria. WA progressed to the Grand Final, finishing runners‑up after a hard‑fought match against Victoria. Isla was a standout throughout the tournament, finishing as WA’s top scorer and earning selection in the Australian All Star team.

    Isla continued her impressive form in April, again representing WA at the Australian National Under 18 Championships, hosted here in Perth. Competing against strong opposition from across the country, WA reached the Grand Final for a second consecutive national event, narrowly losing to South Australia. Isla’s performances once again caught the attention of selectors, with her being named an Australian All Star for the second time this year.

    Adding to an exceptional year, Isla has also committed to study and play Division 1 lacrosse in the United States in 2027, competing with Queens University of Charlotte. This is a remarkable achievement and a testament to her dedication, leadership and consistent excellence in her sport.

    We congratulate Isla on her outstanding success and look forward to following her continued journey on the international stage.

  • Year 7 student Lennox Greene from Da Vialar House has enjoyed an outstanding start to his basketball journey with an impressive interstate success.

    From 1 to 6 April 2026, Lennox travelled to Adelaide to compete in the Adelaide Easter Classics, a premier junior basketball tournament that attracts strong competition from across the country.

    Representing Western Australia’s Scorpion Basketball Academy Club, Lennox and his Under 14 teammates played five games between 3 and 5 April, finishing the round matches undefeated. This exceptional result qualified the team for the Grand Final, held on Monday 6 April.

    The Grand Final was a high‑pressure, fast‑paced contest that showcased the skill and determination of both sides. After an intense battle, the match was decided in overtime, with Lennox and his teammates holding their nerve to emerge victorious, claiming the Boys Under 14 Division Championship.

    This tournament win is a fantastic achievement for Lennox and a testament to his commitment, teamwork and resilience on the court. We congratulate Lennox on his success and look forward to following his continued development in basketball.

  • Year 9 student Ava McNelis recently achieved a significant milestone in her football journey, representing Western Australia at the Emerging Matildas Championships in Melbourne.

    After trialling for the Football West Academy and Emerging Matildas program in October 2025, Ava was accepted into the academy and in March 2026, was selected as a member of the Western Australian state team.

    The Emerging Matildas Championships were held from 9 to 15 April 2026 at the Home of the Matildas Stadium in Melbourne, bringing together talented young footballers from across the country. Competing at a national level, Ava gained valuable experience and demonstrated her skill, dedication and commitment to the game.

    Representing her state in such a prestigious competition is an outstanding achievement and highlights Ava’s hard work and potential within the sport.

    We congratulate Ava on her success and look forward to following her continued development in football.

  • Year 10 student Callan Emmerson and Year 8 student Zander Leavy recently represented the East Fremantle Lacrosse Club at the Hong Kong Junior Lacrosse Open, held in Hong Kong over the Easter holidays.

    Competing in their first international tournament, Callan and Zander were part of the only Australian team to have ever participated in the event. The tournament featured strong opposition from teams representing China, Japan and Hong Kong.

    The team performed exceptionally well, progressing to the quarter finals and holding their own in a highly competitive match against the Chinese Taipei National Squad. Their performance was a testament to both skill and resilience on the international stage.

    This was an outstanding achievement for both students and an exciting opportunity to compete in lacrosse, now recognised as an Olympic sport. We congratulate Callan and Zander on their success and look forward to watching their continued growth in the sport.

  • Corpus Christi College demonstrated outstanding determination and resilience at the School Sport WA Junior Swimming Carnival on Tuesday just past, competing in the highly competitive Gold Division. Facing some of the strongest junior swimmers in the state, our team rose to the challenge and battled superbly to finish 6th out of 8 schools, successfully retaining our place in the top division for next year. A special congratulations goes to Hudson L., who delivered an exceptional performance to be crowned Year 5 Boys Age Champion. This was a fantastic achievement by all students, who represented the College with courage, commitment and compassion.

 

We’d Love to Celebrate Your Child’s Achievements

At Corpus Christi College, we’re proud of the many talents and passions our students pursue beyond the classroom. Whether it’s a sporting triumph, a creative milestone, or a personal best in a beloved hobby, we’d love to share and celebrate these moments with our College community.

If your child has recently achieved something special, please send us:

  1. A photo of your child engaged in their activity (where possible, without other people in the image)

  2. A short write-up of their achievement

  3. Their year level and House

    We’ll feature these stories in our College e-newsletter to inspire and celebrate the diverse gifts of our students.

    If you wish to share a student success story, email: enews@corpus.wa.edu.au

 
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