St Joseph’s Parish School students and Father Dariusz Osinski cut into the school’s ninth birthday Feast Day cake. Photo: Supplied.
A Weipa school is commemorating nine years of education in the community with a toast to the namesake and heart of its mission and teachings.
St Joseph’s Parish School held the annual Feast Day on 28 April in honour of its patron saint, St Joseph, as staff and students filled their bellies and spirits in celebration of the school’s final single-digit birthday.
Principal Kath Porter said the day was a reminder of the school’s achievements, and St Joseph’s values of justice, humility and compassion.
“St Joseph lived a life of comparative obscurity as a carpenter, ‘a just man’, displaying values of humility and compassion,” she said.
“Our school looks to St Joseph as a model for the care we exercise over the students who are enrolled in our school.
“St Joseph has much to teach us about using our talents and working hard to the best of our ability.”
Ms Porter said the day began with a special mass by parish priest Father Dariusz Osinski, and the Spirit of St Joseph Award presentation, which was given to one hard-working student chosen from each class.
After the official celebrations, the school community shared in a feast and cake, before ending the day with activities for the students.
While annual Feast Days have been intimate thus far, the principal said she was excited for the next Feast Day in 2026, which would be a bigger event involving the community in celebration of the school’s 10-year milestone.
“Next year, being our 10th anniversary, we invite our community to save the date, Friday, 1 May, as we are planning a day of celebrations for our school and the wider community,” Ms Porter said.
“Being an extra special year, we hope to celebrate with past and present staff, students and many special guests, including our Bishop Joe.
“Without giving too much away, we hope to make next year the best Feast Day yet.”
St Joseph’s Parish School began their ninth birthday Feast Day with a special mass by Father Dariusz. Photo: Supplied.
