Nazareth Weekly: Term 3, Week 7, 2026
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Nazareth Weekly: Term 3, Week 7, 2026
Community | From the College Principal
As the young leaders of tomorrow, you have the passion and energy and commitment to make a difference. What l'd like to really urge you do is to have a global vision. Go beyond your country; go beyond your national boundaries.
Ban Ki-moon General Secretary United Nations 2007-2016
During Ban Ki-moon’s time at the UN I found myself meeting with a group of parents in his home country of South Korea. The parents all had children attending the Adelaide Catholic school where I was principal at the time and I was very curious to understand why they would send their children to us rather than keep them in Seoul. As we got to know each other, the answer was quite simple – some of the children were coming from Catholic families who specifically wanted a Catholic education while others were much more interested in our philosophy and approach that was different to what was on offer in Seoul at the time. All groups were, however, very aware that their children were growing up into a global society. They valued studying in Adelaide for a few years as an excellent and safe way to broaden their world view and open their eyes to truly global opportunities post school.
This morning I had the privilege of meeting with our new Senior School leaders over morning tea to chat about the year ahead with Mrs Laube, Mr Sochacki and Mr Taylor. While listening to their personal introductions and hopes for 2027, it was reassuring to hear how strongly connected they feel as a group. As our first cohort to spend a year on a Year 10 campus, they are keen to lead Nazareth in a way that makes it even safer, kinder and more connected for all students. Such conversations really are uplifting for us adults – this morning they showed all of the passion, energy and commitment that Ban Ki Moon speaks of.
As a small community in a much bigger national and global community, we pray that our young people like these leaders will have the desire and confidence to play their part in building a better world – for everyone.
Best wishes for the week ahead.
Brian Schumacher
College Principal
Community | Naz Day
Our annual Naz Day is a significant celebration for our community. It is scheduled for Friday 25 September, the last day of Term 3, and it is expected that all students attend as they would a normal school day.
Naz Day will be celebrated across all campuses:
- Findon Campus: Reception – Year 5 students and Early Childhood Centre
- Flinders Park Campus: Years 6 – 9 students
- Kidman Park Campus: Years 10 – 12 students
The theme for Naz Day 2025 is Lights, Camera, Action (NAZFLIX)!
Early Childhood Centre
Information will be shared with families separately via Storypark.
Reception – Year 5 Students: Findon Campus
Reception to Year 5 students will commence their day at the normal time, followed by a fun day of activities at the Findon Campus.
Students will participate with their classes in a rotation of stations, including indoor jumping castles and bouncy obstacle courses, petting zoo, games and activities. These activities will be supervised by teachers and other staff members.
Students in Reception to Year 5 are invited to show their Patron House spirit by wearing a top and accessories in their House colours, along with their sports shorts and sneakers.
Students will need to bring their own recess and drink bottle and will be provided with their choice of a Vili’s: Beef Pie, Pasty, Sausage Roll, Vegetarian Pasty or Beef & Vegetable Gluten Free Pie for lunch. Lunch orders will be taken by the class teacher. Zooper Dooper ice blocks will also be provided during the day.
If you think that your child will require extra food for lunch, please ensure they bring that on the day. The canteen will not be available.
Reception to Year 5 students will be dismissed from the Findon Campus at the normal time of 3:10pm.
Year 6 Students: Flinders Park Campus
Year 6 students are required to be dropped off at the Flinders Park Campus between 8:35am and 8:45am, where they will meet their regular Year 6 class teachers in front of the Siena Chapel.
The day at the Flinders Park Campus will begin with a Liturgy, and then students will have the opportunity to participate in supervised fun activities for the remainder of the day.
Students are invited to dress up as their favourite movie, TV show or musical character, to suit the theme 'Lights, Camera, Action (NAZFLIX)'. Alternatively, students can wear neat, comfortable, appropriate casual clothing.
Students will need to bring their own recess, lunch and drink bottle in a small backpack (which will be stored in a lockable building).
Doughnuts will be provided to all students. If students would like to buy lunch, they can do so via the Canteen or Café at the Flinders Park Campus.
Year 6 students will be dismissed from the Flinders Park Campus at 2:00pm.
More information about collection arrangements, including a link for families to advise how their child will be collected, will be shared in next week's Newsletter.
Year 7 – 9 Students: Flinders Park Campus
Years 7-9 students will commence their day at the Flinders Park Campus at the normal time.
Students are to attend morning MG, after which they will participate in a Liturgy, followed by supervised fun activities for the remainder of the day.
Students are invited to dress up as their favourite movie, TV show or musical character, to suit the theme 'Lights, Camera, Action (NAZFLIX)'. Alternatively, students can wear neat, comfortable, appropriate casual clothing.
Students will need to bring their own recess, lunch and drink bottle.
Doughnuts will be provided to all students. If students would like to buy lunch, they can do so via the Canteen or Café at the Flinders Park Campus.
Years 7-9 students will be dismissed from the Flinders Park Campus at 2:30pm. School buses will run as per normal.
Years 10-12 Students: Kidman Park Campus
Year 10 students will join the Naz Day festivities at the Kidman Park Campus.
Year 10-12 students will commence their day at the Kidman Park Campus at the normal time of 9:00am.
Year 10s will be directed to House Breakout Areas for MG, while Year 11-12 students are to attend their normal MG homeroom. After this, they will participate in a Liturgy, followed by supervised fun activities for the remainder of the day.
Year 12 students will have a whole-cohort photo taken in the gym straight after the Liturgy.
Students are invited to dress up as their favourite movie, TV show or musical character, to suit the theme 'Lights, Camera, Action (NAZFLIX)'. Alternatively, students can wear neat, comfortable, appropriate casual clothing.
Students will need to bring their own recess and drink bottle and will be provided with their choice of a Vili’s: Beef Pie, Pasty, Sausage Roll, Vegetarian Pasty or Beef & Vegetable Gluten Free Pie for lunch. Lunch orders will be taken via a form emailed to students.
Alternatively, students can bring their own lunch. Please note the café at the Kidman Park campus will not be operating as normal.
Year 10-12 students will be dismissed from the Kidman Park Campus at 2:30pm.
School buses will run as per normal.
Community | Nazareth Bingo Boombox
Enjoy a night of:
- Musical Bingo presented by Quiz Meisters
- Main meal and a welcome drink
- Prizes (donated generously by The Mosaic Hotel!)
- Plenty of laughs!
Tickets are on sale now via: Upcoming Events | Nazareth Catholic Community. Tickets cost $40 each (purchase as a table of 6 for $240).
For all enquiries, please contact [email protected]
Community | Back to Twenty Sixteen Cabaret - Tickets On Sale Now!
Only two weeks until Cabaret 2026! 🎤✨
Get ready to travel back to 2016 with our Year 2-12 Performing Arts students in Back to Twenty Sixteen, a vibrant showcase packed with music, energy and nostalgia.
Don't miss out. Friday night tables are almost gone, and Thursday is the perfect opportunity to book your group and enjoy a fantastic night of entertainment.
Book now via the Upcoming Events page on our website.
Community | Class of 2016 10 Year Reunion
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 | Christmas Mini Market Stallholder Callout
Calling all Creators and Makers! We will again hold the Nazareth Christmas Mini Market on Monday 9th November at the Findon Campus from 3-5pm.
We’re looking for stall holders to bring the event to life! Do you have a business or side hustle? Think candles, jewellery, food, condiments, stationery, print design, homewares, decorations, clothing and accessories, beauty products…and more. Perhaps you have a service-based business and would like the opportunity to sell vouchers. We’d love to hear from our Nazareth families, future families and graduates!
Please note that stall spaces are limited, and to create a balanced and varied market experience, not all applications may be successful. We greatly appreciate your interest and support and will endeavour to include as many stall holders as possible. Market holders will have access to one trestle table and two chairs only.
Applications close Monday 19th October - register your interest here: https://www.nazareth.org.au/community-event/
And for those of you who are shoppers...save the date in your diaries!
Community | Seeking New Carpet Bowls Players
Do you know someone aged 50+ who enjoys a friendly game and good company? Our Tuesday afternoon carpet bowls group is looking for new players and would love to welcome them.
Tuesdays 1pm-2.45pm
Nazareth Findon Campus, 176 Crittenden Road, Findon
Cost $2
Come along and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of carpet bowls in a welcoming and social environment. No experience is needed and all skill levels are welcome.
Not interested in carpet bowls? The Community Hub also offers space to bring along a craft project, enjoy a game of cards or chess, and connect with old and new friends over tea, coffee and biscuits.
No need to register. Just come along on the Tuesdays that suit you during the school term.
Community | Naz Connects Cook Up
A simple meal can make a big difference. Through the Naz Connects food relief program, school parents come together to prepare meals and snacks for families in our community who may find themselves 'running on empty' and need a little extra support during a busy or difficult time.
Whether you're a regular volunteer or helping for the first time, we'd love to have you join us. No experience is needed, and even one evening of your time can make a meaningful impact. No cooking expertise required!
Next Cook Up
Monday 21 September | 6.00pm – 7.30pm | Flinders Park Campus
For more information or to register your interest, please contact Sarah Eley.
ECC | Father's Day Grab n' Go Breakfast
To celebrate all the wonderful Fathers within our community, we invite you to join us for a Grab n' Go Breakfast on Monday 7 September.
Coffee and pastries will be available at our front entrance from 7:30am-9am. We look forward to celebrating this special day with you!
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 | 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 | Co-curricular Music Information
This week’s updates include important information about:
- Student Driver Reminder
- Stage 2 Performance Evening
- Cabaret
- CSMF support acts and supporting artists
...and more!
Please visit the link and take the time to read this information: R-12 Music Information.
R-6 | Father's Day Breakfast and Blessing - Tomorrow
R-6 | Co-curricular Sports Results & Fixtures
Click here to view the R-6 Sports Results for Week 7.
Co-curricular sports fixtures and the Term 3 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 4 - Week 9
Week 9 | Friday 18 September, 2:15pm
MacKillop Hall, Findon Campus
On Friday 18 September (Week 9), we will have an R-6 Assembly at 2:15pm in the MacKillop Hall, hosted by the Year 4 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.
Reception | InitiaLit Party
On Friday 11 September (Week 8), Reception students will be having an Initialit Party! Students are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite Initialit character! To view the different Initialit characters, please click here.
Year 2 | Host Parish Mass
Families are warmly invited to attend the following Parish Masses, where the Year 2 Neighbourhood will be hosting the Mass, taking on various roles and leading the singing.
- Friday 11 September (Week 8) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 2B
- Friday 18 September (Week 9) at 9:15am in the OLM Church at Findon - Hosted by 2M
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.
For Term 3, families are invited to consider donating items to Fred’s Van when attending this Mass. Fred’s Van Meal Service provides hot, nutritious meals, social support, toiletries, and winter essentials for those experiencing poverty and/or homelessness. If you’re able, please consider donating one of the following items: good quality blankets, new men’s socks and underwear, shampoo and conditioner, toothbrushes and toothpaste, gloves, beanies, Milo, coffee, pasta, and canned soup. Donations can be placed in the box outside the parish as you arrive.
Year 5 | 2027 Year 6 Jumper Fittings & Orders
To commemorate your child’s senior year of primary schooling in 2027, they will be invited to receive a Year 6 Senior Jumper.
Design
The Year 6 Senior garment will be a black track knit quarter zip jumper, which will be printed with the entire cohort names on the back.
Fittings
Fittings will take place at the Findon Campus in Week 8 at the following times, in the CCC:
- Monday 7 September – 2:20pm
- Thursday 10 September – 2:20pm
- Friday 11 September – 8:00am
We encourage parents/caregivers to attend a fitting session and assist their child in selecting the appropriate size. To book into a fitting session, click here. If a parent or caregiver is unable to attend, students will be assisted by their class teachers.
Process for Ordering
At your child's fitting, the Marketing and Communications team will record each student's selected size.
The cost of the Year 6 Senior Jumper for 2027 will be included in your child's 2027 school fees.
If, after the fitting, you believe a different size is required, please contact Katrina Moubarak, by Friday 25 September 2026. After this date, no changes to sizes can be guaranteed as the order will be finalised with the supplier.
Students will be presented with their jumpers in Term 1, 2027.
Any queries about Year 6 jumpers should be directed to Katrina Moubarak, Marketing and Communications Lead.
2-6 | ICAS Results
Primary ICAS Assessments
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the families who nominated and registered their children to participate in the ICAS Assessments this year. By providing this opportunity, you have encouraged your child to challenge themselves, showcase their learning, and engage in an enriching academic experience beyond the classroom.
We are incredibly proud of all students who participated. Their willingness to take on new challenges and apply their knowledge reflects their commitment to learning. Participation in ICAS is a valuable opportunity for students to celebrate their strengths, identify areas for growth, and further develop their confidence as learners.
Accessing Student Results
Parents and caregivers that used the Parent Payment System (PPS) platform should have received email notifications advising that their child's ICAS results are now available in the ICAS Results Portal.
The email includes your child's TAP-ID and PIN, which can be used to securely access their results online.
Students will be formally acknowledged for their efforts at our Semester Two Academic Assembly held later in the year.
Thank you again to our families for supporting these valuable learning opportunities and to our students for their enthusiasm, effort, and dedication throughout the assessment process. We congratulate all participants on their achievement.
7-12 | Learning Conversations
This year, Learning Conversations will be held separately across our Middle School and Senior School campuses:
- Senior School (Years 10-12) will attend Learning Conversations at the Kidman Park Campus Gym on Wednesday, 23 September (Week 10).
- Middle School (Years 7-9) will attend Learning Conversations at the St Sebastian Gym, Flinders Park Campus on Thursday, 15 October (Week 1, Term 4).
- Learning Conversations at both campuses will run from 2:30pm to 7:30pm.
To support these appointments, students will be dismissed early on the following dates:
- Years 10-12: Wednesday 23 September (Term 3, Week 10) at 1:30pm
- Years 7-9: Thursday 15 October (Term 4, Week 1) at 1:30pm
Booking Portal:
- Bookings will OPEN in Week 8, Monday, 7 September at 6:00pm and can be made using the following links
- Years 10-12: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/2zecz
- Years 7-9: https://www.schoolinterviews.com.au/code/6rut6
Bookings will CLOSE
- Week 10, Monday 21 September at 10:00am for Years 10-12.
- Term 4, week 1, Monday 12 October at 10:00am for Years 7-9.
Please ensure you have the names of your child’s teachers you wish to book in for, prior to booking. Names can be found on your child’s timetable in SEQTA.
Please contact [email protected] for Senior School enquiries, and [email protected] for Middle School enquiries.
7-12 | Co-curricular Sports Information
The 7-12 Girls and Boys Sport pages are regularly updated with weekly fixtures, results, reminders and other important information.
This week’s updates include:
- Intercol Results
- Week 4 Finals
- 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:
- Kidman Park – Lunchtime workshops for year 11 & 12 students’ interested in apprenticeships scheduled to start in week 8.
- Immersion days to explore your future pathways.
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.
Year 10-11 | 2027 VET Courses
Attention Year 10 & 11 students! Are you planning on studying a VET Course (Cert II or Cert III) in 2027?
Registrations are now open, so start researching what you may be interested in. Study could include:
- Business
- Health Services
- Screen and Media
- Make-up
- Electrotechnology
- Plumbing
- Automotive
- Construction
- Engineering
- Hair and Beauty
- And many more!
You may want to research different Training Organisations (check out the list below) and keep an eye out for more information from the Pathways Team. Contact them at [email protected]
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:
- Year 10s at Kidman Park for EIF
- Grandfriends Day
- Senior Student Parking
... 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 11 | 2027 Year 12 Jumper and Singlet Orders
Year 11 students have now attended a fitting session for their 2027 Year 12 Jumpers and Singlets, with sizes recorded by students via an online form.
The Senior Jumper is a full-zip fleece jacket featuring Nazareth colours, the names of the graduating cohort on the back and each student's surname in bold lettering. The Year 12 Singlet features a basketball-style design in House colours and is personalised with student names.
The Year 12 Jumper continues a long-standing Nazareth tradition and is a privilege afforded to senior students who demonstrate our College values. Students are expected to uphold the standards and responsibilities associated with being a senior member of the College.
The cost of both garments will be included in 2027 school fees, with distribution anticipated during Term 1, 2027.
Any queries about Year 12 jumpers and singlets should be directed to Katrina Moubarak, Marketing and Communications Lead.
Year 12 | Grandfriends Day
We invite all our special Grandfriends to join us in spending some quality time with your grandchildren in their final school year! To RSVP, please click here.
Year 12 | Graduation Dinner - Advanced Notice for Families
Thursday 24 September | Graduation Dinner Bookings 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 will open at 10am on Thursday 24 September, 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
The maximum ticket allocation per family is 5, including a ticket for the Graduating Year 12 student. You will only be permitted to purchase up to 5 tickets per transaction.
While the maximum ticket allocation per family is 5, including a ticket for the graduating student, we understand that some families may wish to request additional tickets. At checkout, you will have the option to join our waitlist and submit a request for extra seating. After ticket sales close, the College will make every effort to accommodate additional seating requests where possible. Any extra tickets will be allocated at the discretion of the College Leadership Team, based on family needs and the responses provided. Please note that, if additional tickets are offered, your existing seating may need to be relocated to accommodate extra guests.
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 10 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 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.
Please ensure Year 12 students are included in your booking, as they require a ticket. Graduation tickets will be available for collection at the venue on the evening of the event.
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. Entertainment 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]
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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.