Nazareth Weekly: Term 4, Week 1, 2026
Please remember to check our College Calendar for all the updated information regarding events.
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Nazareth Weekly: Term 4, Week 1, 2026
Community | From the College Principal
We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. Aristotle
Welcome back to Term 4 where we have enjoyed a very positive start to the final term of 2026. As I walked through the college during the week, I have been very impressed with how quickly students have switched back into the routine of lessons. Chatting with students on these tours, I am interested to discover how engaged they are with the content of the lesson in which I find them. Most can tell me exactly what the purpose of the lesson or task is and how well they are going in terms of learning new materials and skills. When this happens, I know that their teachers have carefully designed the lesson around the learning intentions of the course and the overarching curriculum.
Of course, as we commence Term 4, our Year 12 students are putting the finishing touches on their final assignments and getting ready for the SACE examinations in the weeks ahead. We wish them well for this last chapter in their journey as school students.
Thank you once again to the parents and caregivers of students in the Middle School who took time out to participate in the learning conversations this week. That brief conversation with our teachers makes a world of difference in helping us to better understand the young people in our classes.
As busy parents, we often wonder how we can best help our kids be more successful at school and/or navigate the many issues and challenges that come with adolescence. Rather than a lengthy article from me – you might find it more valuable to check out the information available at RAISING CHILDREN.
It is intended to be a useful resource for busy parents – easy to find the topics you are most interested in. In my review of the site earlier this week I found the articles full of common sense, with balanced and evidence-based approaches and suggestions.
Best wishes for the week ahead.
Brian Schumacher
College Principal
Community | Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion - Next Friday
Calling all graduates from the Class of 2016!
It’s time to catch up, reminisce, and celebrate a decade since your school days. We’d love to see you at our 10 Year Reunion on Friday 23 October.
Optional School Tour – 5:00 pm at Nazareth Flinders Park Campus (come and see how things have changed!)
Time to reconnect at Shapeshifter Brewing Co. – from 6:15 pm onwards, we'll continue the celebrations where you can catch up with old friends, reminisce about school days, and create a few new memories together.
Ticket Details - $30 per person, which includes dinner and drink. Please RSVP via the Upcoming Events page: Upcoming Events | Nazareth Catholic Community
Community | Memorial Mass
Each year around All Souls Day (2 November), we gather in prayer to remember those we have loved and lost. This is a sacred time to honour their memory, to give thanks for the gift they have been to us, and to entrust them to the loving care of God. We warmly invite you to join us at our annual Memorial Mass for All Souls Day as we pause together in faith, remembrance and hope. All are welcome – whether you come carrying the memory of someone dear, or simply wish to stand alongside others in prayer.
Community | Christmas Mini Market
Community | Help Me Help My Teen - Presented by CSPSA
Please click here to register online.
ECC | Family Fun Day
Saturday 24 October | 9:30am – 12:00pm | Findon Campus
Activities will include jumping castle, farm animals, lawn games, arts & craft and much more!
Food and drinks along with a coffee cart will be available to purchase. We welcome ALL family members to come along to enjoy the day, connect with Nazareth and wider community and spend time with your families.
Please RSVP via our website: Upcoming Events | Nazareth Catholic Community
R-12 | 2026 Living Learning Leading (LLL) Parent and Caregiver Survey
- The Living Learning Leading survey is one of several tools developed to seek feedback from stakeholders and help monitor a school's performance against the Living Learning Leading Standards. In 2026, all Catholic Education South Australia schools will access these surveys through Curtin University.
- The data collected will be used for research and further development of the LLL survey.
- All feedback and data provided will be anonymous. Results will be presented in aggregated graphs, which leadership teams will share once finalised.
- The survey is designed to capture your impressions — there are no right or wrong answers.
- The survey will be available to complete from Monday 12 October until Friday 30 October.
How to complete the survey:
- Visit www.NSIPartnerships.com.au
- Click on Start Questionnaire
- Enter the access code that matches your oldest child's year level.
Important: If you have more than one child attending Nazareth, please complete one survey only, based on your oldest enrolled child.
- Reception to Year 6: Access Code: NCPLLLP [R-6 Parent Survey Information]
- Years 7-9: Access Code: NCSLLLP [7-9 Parent Survey Information]
- Years 10-12: Access Code: NCKLLLP [10-12 Parent Survey Information]
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. Your views are valued and will contribute to the ongoing improvement of your school.
R-12 | Enrolment Applications Closing Soon
A reminder to families that enrolment applications for Reception and Year 7 2029 close on 1 December. We encourage families to submit applications as early as possible, as places can fill quickly.
If you already have a child attending Nazareth, please don't forget to lodge an enrolment application for any younger siblings. The $50 application fee only applies once per family, so sibling applications do not incur an additional fee.
Please note that students currently attending Nazareth Findon Campus do not need to re-enrol to continue their education with us.
For enrolment information and applications, visit our website.
R-12 | Pupil Free Day Reminders
A reminder for families that the following days will be Pupil Free Days for students:
- 7-12 (Flinders Park and Kidman Park Campuses): Friday 30 October
- R-6 (Findon Campus): Monday 2 November. Extend Care will be available on this day. Please visit Out of School Hours Care | Nazareth Catholic Community
R-12 | Clipboard for Co-curricular
If your child is involved in sport, music or any other co-curricular activity in 2026, Clipboard will be your go-to platform for all communication, including fixtures, training schedules, reminders, transport information, and important updates.
R-12 | State and National Representation Recognition for the 2026 Yearbook
Has your child represented their state or Australia in a co-curricular activity during 2026?
As we finalise content for the 2026 Yearbook, we want to ensure all students who have achieved representation at a state or national level are recognised appropriately.
As participation in these activities is not always officially recorded by the College, we ask families to submit their child's achievements via the form below by Friday 27 November (Term 4, Week 7).
Please note that submissions received after this date cannot be included in the Yearbook.
If your child has represented at state or national level in multiple activities, please complete a separate form for each achievement.
R-12 | Co-curricular Music Information
This week’s updates include important information about:
- Term 4 music calendar
- 2027 Specialist Ensemble Auditions
- Naz Rocks 2026
- Senior Concert Band Performance
...and more!
Please visit the link and take the time to read this information: R-12 Music Information.
R-6 | Sports Day
R-6 Sports Day will be held at the Flinders Park Campus on Friday 30 October.
Please view the flyer above and click here to read all the important information including:
Timing & Logistics
OSHC Reminders
Student Information
Parking & Entry
Toilets
Food & Drink for Spectators
This information is also available on the Sports Day page of our website: R-6 Sports Day | Nazareth Catholic Community
R-6 | Sports Day Fruit Ninjas
We’re looking for at least 10 volunteers (Fruit Ninjas) to support across 2 key times at Sports Day.
- From 8:30 – 9:30am preparing the fruit for student’s recess
- From 10:30am – 11am supporting delivery of fruit to class areas
If you are available for either of these times and have a current WWCC please contact [email protected] by Monday 26 October.
Your involvement is always welcome and appreciated.
R-6 | Co-curricular Sports Results & Fixtures
Click here to view the R-6 Sports Results for Week 1.
Co-curricular sports fixtures and the Term 4 Training Schedule are live on our website at: R-6 Sport | Nazareth Catholic Community.
Please check this page regularly for updated R-6 Co-curricular Sports information.
R-6 | Extend OSHC
R-6 | Assembly Hosted by Year 2 - Next Week
Week 2 | Friday 23 October, 2:15pm
MacKillop Hall, Findon Campus
On Friday 23 October (Week 2), we will have an R-6 Assembly at 2:15pm in the MacKillop Hall, hosted by the Year 2 Neighbourhood. Entry for families will be through the Cafe gate from 2:10pm. All parents/family members are warmly welcome to attend.
We ask that parents who are wanting to pick their child up during the assembly time (2:10pm onwards) to please let Student Services know by 1:30pm on the day.
Year 1 | Host Parish Mass
Families are warmly invited to attend the following Parish Masses, where the Year 1 Neighbourhood will be hosting the Mass, taking on various roles and leading the singing.
- Friday 16 October (Week 1) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 1AK
- Friday 23 October (Week 2) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 1M
- Friday 6 November (Week 4) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 1W
- Friday 20 November (Week 6) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 1CR
We invite you to join together for a coffee or drink after Mass in the Café. Thank you for respecting our sacred space and saving your coffee for before or after Mass.
Year 7 | Immunisations
A reminder that Year 7 student immunisations will be held on Tuesday 10 November for students with completed consent forms.
7-12 | Co-curricular Sports Information
The 7-12 Girls and Boys Sport pages are regularly updated with results, reminders and other important information.
This week’s updates include:
- Term 4 Summer Sport
Please take a moment to visit the links below and stay up to date:
7-12 | Careers & Pathways Information
Career & Pathways Information Hub
Whether you’re exploring future study options, looking for work experience, or starting to consider life after school, our Careers & Pathways Hub is the place to start.
This week’s updates, reminders & information includes:
- Year 9 students | Western Technical College Industry Tour | 28 October, Week 3
If you are a Year 9 student interested in a trade or apprenticeship pathway, then please consider registering for the industry tour of Western Technical College. To learn more and register check out the Careers page. Registrations close 21 October.
- Student job opportunities – swimming instructors needed for the holidays
- Year 12 SATAC information.
Visit the online Careers & Pathways Hub to explore what’s on offer, or book in with our Careers Counsellors to chat about your next step.
7-12 | Naz Rocks @ The Gov - Next Monday
Monday 19 October | 6.30pm | The Gov, 59 Port Rd, Hindmarsh SA 5007
Get ready to Rock with us @ The Gov. Featuring our talented Certificate III Music Rock Bands and selected Year 8-10 Co-Curricular Rocks Bands.
Doors open at 5.30pm.
Tickets on sale via Humanitix. Upcoming Events | Nazareth Catholic Community
10-12 | Senior Years Information Hub
Senior Years Information Hub
This hub page continues to be updated. Please check back regularly, as content may change throughout the year.
The current updates include:
- Term 4 Welcome
- End of Year Events
... and more!
The link to the page is below. You are also able to access these links anytime via the Quick Links menu on our website.
Year 10 | Exams and End of Year Information
Please click here to read important Year 10 information regarding:
- Transition to Kidman Park
- Subject Re-Counselling
- SWOT Vac
- Exams
- Work Experience
Please continue to check the Senior Years Information Page for updated information: Senior Years Information | Nazareth Catholic Community
Year 11 | Exams and End of Year Information
Please click here to read important Year 11 information regarding:
- Exams
- Transition Day
- Subject Re-Counselling
- Year 11 Formal
- Work Experience
Please continue to check the Senior Years Information Page for updated information: Senior Years Information | Nazareth Catholic Community
Year 11 | Formal - Advanced Notice for Families
The Year 11 Formal will be held on Wednesday 25 November at the Amora Hotel, Adelaide. Formal tickets will go on sale Monday 26 October at 10am via Humanitix. Please continue to check the Senior Years Information Page for updated information: Senior Years Information | Nazareth Catholic Community
Year 12 | Graduation Mass Reminder
The Year 12 Graduation Mass will be held in the Kidman Park Campus Gym on Wednesday 21 October, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.
Students and family members are asked to arrive at 5:30pm for a 6:00 pm start.
- It is an expectation that all students attend as this is the key graduation event for the Class of 2026.
- This is a formal occasion that must be reflected in behaviour and dress.
- The dress code is full summer uniform including blazer but no jumper and no Year 12 jumper.
- A reminder regarding uniform expectations is outlined in the Personal Presentation & Uniform Requirements.
Please remember to check the Senior Years Information Page for important information relating to Year 12 events, exams and the end of year.
Year 12 | Graduation Dinner - Bookings Now Open
Graduation Dinner Bookings Now Open
The Graduation Dinner will be held on Wednesday 18 November at the Adelaide Convention Centre, North Terrace, Adelaide from 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm.
Bookings are now open, and close at 5pm, Monday 26 October.
Tickets can be purchased through Humanitix via the link on the Nazareth Website: www.nazareth.org.au/upcoming-events
Please note a ticket must be purchased for the Graduating Year 12 Student. It is expected that students attending will be accompanied by members of their families.
Ticket Allocation - Update
The maximum ticket allocation per family is 4, including a ticket for the graduating Year 12 student. This is to help ensure every family has the opportunity to attend and celebrate this special occasion.
There will still be an opportunity to request extra tickets at checkout. Once ticket sales have closed, the College will do its very best to accommodate additional seating requests where possible. Please note that, if extra tickets become available, your existing seating may need to be relocated so your guests can be seated together. The venue has planned tables of 12 for the dinner.
Ticket Prices
- Adult $115.00 (aged 13 and over)
- Children $50.00 (aged 2-12)
- Infants - Free
Tables
Students or families wishing to sit together must book and pay for their tickets in separate transactions. We encourage families to complete their bookings at the same time. Tables can seat a maximum of 12 people. Families may also use the ‘search’ feature to find tickets near one another.
Where no seating requests are made, groups will be combined so tables are filled as efficiently as possible. Please ensure Year 12 students are included in your booking.
Please note that the floor plan may change. While specific seating locations within the venue cannot be guaranteed, every effort will be made to accommodate seating preferences selected during the booking process.
Memento Tickets
Memento tickets will be displayed on tables on the evening and are intended as a keepsake of the event. Please note that tickets will not be individually personalised.
Menu
A two-course set menu will be provided as follows:
Entrée
- Warm confit Tasmanian salmon, pea purée, sun-dried cherry tomato, olive tapenade, crunchy peas, lemon thyme crumb (DF, GF, HF, NF (A))
Mains (alternate drop)
- Char-grilled chicken breast, whipped potato, mushroom ragout, black garlic green beans, house-dried tomato, light chicken jus (GF, NF)
- Char-grilled beef tenderloin, cauliflower purée, rustic fondant potato, buttered carrots, charred sprouts, jus (GF, NF)
Children’s menu
- Chicken schnitzel, chips & ice-cream
Dietaries: DF – dairy free | GF – gluten free | HF – halal friendly | NF – nut free
Seafood origin: (A) – Australia (I) – Imported
Please note:
- Diabetic, Gluten-free and other dietary requirement alternatives will be available.
- Please indicate your dietary requirements when booking your tickets.
- Non-alcoholic drinks are included in the menu.
The Adelaide Convention Centre has very strict rules concerning the sale of alcohol, and as this is a school function, alcohol will not be served to guests under 18. Please bring proof of age if you wish to purchase or consume alcohol. Adults/parents are prohibited from purchasing or supplying alcohol to persons under 18. Adelaide Convention Centre policy is to remove any guests who are found with or are under the influence of any drugs or illegal substances.
We look forward to a great night and hope that you will find it a truly memorable way of finishing what has been a very successful year.
Please direct all enquiries to Anastasia Harvey [email protected]
Community | Noticeboard
Please remember to check our College Calendar for all the updated information regarding events.
The calendar can be accessed from the newsletter by clicking the Calendar button at the top of the newsletter. The Calendar is also available to view on our website under News & Events > Calendar.