The badges are awarded during an official Academic Excellence College Assembly.

The Gold, Silver and Bronze Badges may be worn as part of the student’s uniform. It is a symbol to be proud of wearing and something for all to aspire towards.

THE CRITERIA TO OBTAIN AN ACADEMIC AWARD IS:
YEAR SUBJECTS GOLD SILVER BRONZE
7/8 9 7 A’s 6 A’s 5 A’s
9/10 8 6 A’s 5 A’s 4 A’s
11/12 6 4 A’s 3 A’s 2 A’s

POINTS REQUIRED FOR EACH PRINCIPAL’S AWARD LEVEL
BRONZE 25
SILVER 50
GOLD 75
BLUE 125

 

Leading the Joey’s Way

Points go towards:

  • Student’s individual tally for Principal’s Award (bronze, silver, gold or blue)
  • House tally for presentation of overall house cup/Edmund Rice trophy

 

Leading Behaviour College Value Imperative Response
Contributing to a community building event Respect Learn in Community 5 points
Leading a community building event Respect Learn in Community 10 points
Contributing to an initiative that enhances our built environment Respect Leave it Better than you Found it 5 points
Leading an initiative that enhances our built environment Respect Leave it Better than you Found it 10 points
Leading the senior gift initiative Respect Leave it Better than you Found it 10 points
Submitting ‘A’’ quality work supported by ‘A’ for effort. Endeavour Aspire to Excellence 5 points
Submitting personal best work as a result of ‘A’ effort. Endeavour Participate and Persevere 5 points
Participating in a swimming, athletics or cross country race at interhouse carnival. Participating in a spelling bee, trivia competition, battle of the bands, arts festival. Endeavour Participate and Persevere 1 point
Achieving a ‘VG’ in a learner attribute on a report card. Endeavour Participate and Persevere 1 point
Authentic and courageous engagement in restorative process, backed by action Compassion Use Empathy 1 point
Contributing to a community building event Compassion Celebrate Diversity 5 points
Attending a service experience including (but not limited to)

• Breakfast club

• Rosies

• Just Joeys

Compassion Lead Through Service 2 points
Leading an initiative that contributes to Jesus’ vision for the world (e.g. shave for a cure) Compassion Lead Through Service 10 points
Responsibly supporting another person at a vulnerable time Dignity Practise Honesty and Integrity 2 points
Representation of St Joseph’s College at a sporting, mission, cultural or community event. Dignity Be Proud, be Humble 5 points

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