11th October, 2016 Reflection A Prayer for all Ages God of all creation, you are timeless and beyond all ages. We who are growing old give thanks for the years you have given us – for family, friends and all those who have enriched our lives. We who are not yet old give thanks for the older people in our lives: for grandparents, loved ones, friends and all who generously offer the wise counsel of their years. We who are growing old pray that we may be patient with our ageing limbs and difficulties in everyday tasks we once did much more easily. We who are not yet old pray for patience and kindness towards those who do not move as quickly as we would sometimes like. We who are growing old pray for good health in our later years, and forbearance when our health fails us. We who are not yet old pray for good health for those we love and compassion towards those who suffer ill health. We who are growing old pray for prudence and sweet timing, in offering our wisdom to the next generation, while respecting their energy and creativity. We who are not yet old pray for openness and humility in receiving the advice and guidance of our elders. We who are growing old pray that we may face our death with serenity and dignity. We who are not yet old pray that we affirm the sacredness of each person’s life and accompany those who are dying with gentleness and deep respect. God of endless love, help us to understand that we share a common life journey, a call to live life to the full and to strive to enable all creation to come to the fullness of the Cosmic Christ. Amen
Dear Parents and Students, Our thoughts and prayers are with our Year 12 students and their parents, as they conclude their classes here at CRC Melton next Monday. To mark this important time, the College has four annual rituals: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Our farewell Assembly this Thursday where we acknowledge our Year 12’s at a whole School Assembly Year 12 Breakfast and ‘Dress up morning’ on Tuesday morning Graduation Mass at St Catherine’s on Tuesday night Graduation Dinner on Friday November 18
Melbourne Cup Day Tuesday, November 1 is the Melbourne Cup Public Holiday. The College has a mid-Term break on Monday, October 31 but VCAA exams will still operate. Mark Sheehan Principal Parents & Friends There will be a Parent & Friends meeting on Wednesday 26th October at 7.30pm
From the Deputy Principal (Staff)
Farewell Year 12s We truly know the end of year is approaching with the last week of Year 12 classes now with us. Students will be on SWOT Vac from Wednesday, October 18 to Tuesday, October 25. VCAA exams begin on Wednesday, October 26 until Friday, November 18. Students need to be at the College at least 30 minutes before the exam published reading time to ensure smooth entry into the exam venues. Students may wear casual clothes. 2017 Subject Selections Current Year 8 and 9 students will be interviewed this week to finalise their Year 9 / 10 electives for 2017. 2017 Year 9 and 10 initial confirmation letters will then be sent home with the students. Year 7 – 11 Assessment In next week’s newsletter we will publish key assessment dates for our Year 7 – 11 students. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) Year 9 Gadal News! Over the school holidays our Year 9 students did many different things; some travelled, some stayed home and lounged around and others participated in sporting competitions. One of our Year 9 students competed in the World Field Archery Championships held in Wagga Wagga during the school holidays. This championship is held every two years and at this year’s event, more than 555 Archers, from 16 different countries attended. The last competition was held in the USA and the next competition is scheduled to be held in South Africa. The opening ceremony was held on Sunday 25th September with competition starting on Monday 26th. The closing ceremony and presentation were held on Friday 30th September. Joshua Hartley of 9 Catherine was a competitor at this event. The ages of the competitors ranged from ten years old up to seventy. Both males and females were well represented at this championship. Joshua made friends with people from the national team as well as overseas competitors. He has made a long-life friendship connection with a South African competitor where, as in most international sporting events, sporting items were exchanged. Joshua shared the following experience with us: ‘Each day archers were spread over four courses of 28 targets each. We competed between 5-7 hours per day. Unfortunately, due to the courses being outdoors and having many slopes and hills, extreme weather flooded parts of some of the courses. This left slopes slippery and was deemed too dangerous to compete on Thursday and Friday of this week. Awards were based on the first three days of competition’. Joshua competed in the 13-16 year old age category and achieved an excellent result. He was ranked number 2 in his division. Congratulations to both Joshua and his father for their efforts. They should be extremely proud of their achievements and we wish them luck for any future competitions that they may have planned to attend. Joshua Hartley (9C) and David Hartley (Dad)
Other reminders:
Enquiry Minds Projects are due at the end of this week. Parents will receive a personalised code to view these projects online within the coming weeks. Thank you, Gadal Learning Program Team
School Spirit Awards
Year 7 Chloe Downer - 7 Catherine Chloe is a positive and enthusiastic member of 7 Catherine. She is hardworking and respectful towards both staff and students. Chloe is friendly, has a positive attitude and always seeks to help others. She is a member of the chess club and is always keen to get involved. Moien Dau - 7 Mackillop Moien has worked very hard throughout Term 3. He wears his uniform correctly and completes all work asked of him. Moien has done a fantastic job this term in woodwork. He gets the job done without any fuss. Year 8 Madlen Hill - 8 Catherine Madlen helps everyone. She is an A+ student in class and takes her time out to help others. This year, she was also in Grease and Showcase. She also performs at her best for homework and assessment tasks. Carlos Gomez - 8 Bernard Carlos has been nominated by several of his class mates for being a friend who cares for his mates and is willing to help others when they need support. When Carlos finishes his work he is always willing to help others in the class. He is trustworthy and and responsible, always setting an example as to how a young man should act. His class mates tell me that he always “lifts the mood” when he enters the room. Year 9 Samantha Stone - 9 O’Reilly Samantha always works to the best of her ability and works well in group work. She is collaborative, respectful and works hard to achieve the outcomes set by the teacher. Samantha is always diligent, organised and an enthusiastic student. She models impeccable behaviour at all times.
Annmayria Praveen John - 9 O’Reilly Annmayria is a friendly person to both staff and other students. She is also very supportive of her peers. Her contributions to the girl’s Rite Journey Digni-Tea was above and beyond and she spoke of the spirit of equality among genders. Speaking in front of her peers was a challenge and she rose to the occasion and did a fantastic job. Well done Annmayria for showing all the girls of Year 9 what it really feels like to be a girl in this day and age.
Year 10
Chloe Laurel - 10 Bernard Chloe has shown a great deal of character and integrity. She is a proud member of the Year 10 cohort and is actively involved in the school community. This year Chloe has participated in the school musical and is also part of the school ensemble. Chloe works hard in class and is always striving to achieve her best. She is always willing to assist in the classroom and has great respect for her teachers and her peers. Benjamin Wills - 10 Anthony Ben is a positive role model within the College. He is fully engaged with his studies, dedicated, reliable and always respectful. Throughout the year Ben has demonstrated his ability to balance the demands of study, leadership and many personal sporting pursuits. He always wears his uniform with pride and represents the College well. Year 11 Aken AngokYear - 11 Dominic Aken is a very positive young man who is courteous, mature and has impressed many people this year. The College received a glowing report from his work experience placement this year where he was said to be reliable, committed and hard working. Aken is a great role model for other students. Shiann Grech - 11 Catherine Shiann has been a very reliable contributor to Year 11 this year. She is always willing to lend a hand where required and supports both staff and students where necessary. Shiann works consistently across a range of subjects in order to achieve her best.
Year 12 Tempest Ardley - 12 Catherine Tempest is a conscientious student who is diligent and works extremely hard to complete all of the required homework and assessment. Nominated by her teachers she is always willing to listen to feedback and strives to improve her work to achieve a higher standard. Tempest is punctual to classes and always wears her uniform with pride. She relates well to both her teachers and peers and is willing to provide help whenever required. Tempest is an excellent role model for other students at the College because she is studious and dedicated to her studies. Stefan Subasic - 12 Dominic Stefan is described by his teachers as being very active in his learning with an excellent work ethic and commitment to do his best on every task set, including seeking feedback and finding alternative sources to enhance his understanding. He is generous and willing to help other students when they need assistance. Stefan is personable and polite and relates well to staff and the other students in his cohort. He is an excellent role model for other students at the College.
Year 9 Community Service
On 7th September we went to St. Catherine's and played some literacy games with the Grade 1s. We played vowel and syllable bingo in groups, then they individually read their books to us. I was very impressed with how the students read, they were very cute and have a lot of humour. They were all excited and willing to listen to what we had to say and ready to impress us with every chance they could. Lillian Brewis, Megan Xerri, Alannah Morrow, Fiona Lien and Lara Clarke
Animal shelter - 14th September We learnt how to properly take care of animals, especially kangaroos, wombats, chickens, possums and lambs. We bottle-fed the joeys - Nash, Joey, Mia and we met Bindi the one footed kangaroo. We collected eggs and gave the chickens a mix of fruit and bread, and learnt that possums really love rose petals. Liam Baker, Josh Porter, Cody Munro and Ethan Williams
Uniform shop As the Uniform shop is no longer accepting secondhand uniforms we recommend parents register on the Sustainable School Shop website to advertise uniform directly. www.sustainableschoolshop.com.au
2017 Pilgrimage Trip Meeting
Parents and Pilgrims are invited to an Information Evening in the PAC on Thursday 13th October at 7.00pm. Many topics to be covered, including a presentation by our travel company Worldstrides, to prepare everyone for this trip now less than 6 months away ! Please email any questions you would like answered on the night by emailing me. Cheers, Shaun Coates
scoates@crcmelton.com.au
VCE Student Folio Exhibition The Art Faculty would like to invite all Parents/Guardians, students and friends to come and view the Annual Catholic Regional College Melton VCE Student Folio Exhibition. On display will be work completed throughout 2016 by our Year 11 and 12 students. The work has been produced to meet the VCE study design for the subjects of Media Studies, Studio Art, Visual Communication Design and Materials Technology Wood/Food. Official Opening: Thursday 20th October at 6.30pm - 9pm in the Performing Arts Centre. The Exhibition will also be open to the students and wider community on Thursday 20th from 9am - 4pm and Friday 21st October 9am -12pm. All year levels are welcome. This is a great opportunity to take a closer look at the work produced at VCE if you are considering choosing any of these subjects in the next few years. We look forward to seeing you there. Amy Rowley Head of Art
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Calendar 2016
2016
Term 4
Term 4
October
October
12th 13th 14th 18th 19th 20th 21st 24th 25th 26th 27th 28th 31st
Year 10 Geography Camp Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps Year 8 Premier League Round 3 2017 Italy Trip Information Night Vincit Excursion Year 12 Graduation Mass Western Cluster VET classes finish VCE Unit 2 Outdoor Education Camp Year 8 Premier League Round 4 VCE Arts Exhibition VCE Unit 2 Outdoor Education Camp Vincit Excursion University visits - Year 11 Year 7 & 8 TAT’s Student Leadership Training Day Year 7 & 8 TAT’s VCAA Exams begin P & F Meeting - 7.30pm Year 7 & 8 TAT’s Year 8 Premier League Round 5 Year 9 Exams Year 9 Exams Vincit Excursion College holiday - No classes
Wednesday 12th 1.00pm - 2.00pm C. Sicily K. Vella Wednesday 19th 6.30pm - 7.30pm F. Conway T. Hehir Wednesday 26th 1.00pm -2.00pm M. Mullan M. Muse November Wednesday 2nd A. Salmon
6.30pm - 7.30pm L. Bugeja E. Flanigan
Wednesday 9th C. Grambau
1.00pm - 2.00pm
Wednesday 16th 6.30pm - 7.30pm G. Thiele S. DeCourcy
November 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Melbourne Cup Day - No classes Year 9 Examinations Year 9 Examinations Year 8 Premier League Semi Final Year 9 Examinations
Homework Club Homework Club will run in the Library every Wednesday from 12th October from 3.30pm to 4.30pm until Wednesday 30th November.
Mass Times Parish of Melton Parish Priest : Fr Michael Moody Assistant Priest: Fr Geoffrey Mcilroy Weekend Mass times: St Catherine of Siena Church Bulmans Rd, Melton West Saturday: 6.00pm Sunday: 9.00am & 11.00am Sunday: 5.00pm St Bernard’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Brian Glasheen Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 6.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.00am
St Anthony’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Assistant Priest: Fr John Paul Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.30am