15th August, 2017 Reflection Each day as I step further into my future Loving God, each day as I step further into my future, give me the courage, knowledge and patience that I need. Remind me that you always journey with me and that you will never lead me into anything that you won't lead me through. Thank you for the gift of my life. May the way I live be my gift back to you - with your love and guidance In Jesus' name, Amen.
Dear Parents and Students, The Feast of the Assumption On this feast of the Assumption, it is fitting to reflect on Mary’s attitude to life. Unmarried and pregnant, she was able to praise her God. ‘The Mighty One has done great things for me’ was her response to this particular crisis in her life. It was not, ‘This is too much - I can’t take any more’, or some such sentiment. Of course, we don’t know if Mary had any initial fears of what lay ahead. Whatever emotions she may have felt, she was still able to maintain a positive outlook. In our own lives, there are always circumstances when we feel justified in displaying bitterness, crankiness or other negative attitudes. If we reflect daily on our responses to events, then we can emulate Mary’s attitude. After all, we don’t have to do it alone - we have Mary walking with us! Vinnies Sleep out Well done to the group of 30 staff and students who participated in the Vinnies Winter Sleep out last Friday night. The group raised $2545.30 and also awareness of those people in our area and across Melbourne who are sleeping rough. Bring Your Own Device for Years 10-12 There has been a lot of research and discussion here at school, about our future directions with the iPad program across Years 7-12. We established a three-year cycle whereby parents paid $700 over 3 years to subsides the cost of the device, including warranty and insurance. That cycle has ended and the question was ‘does the iPad meet the learning demands of a senior school student? A consultation process took place including students, parents and staff. Other secondary school Principals were also consulted, and the decision was made to go BYOD for Years 1012. Points to note in deciding on a BYOD program for Years 10-12 in 2018: - Students in the senior school produce ‘lengthy’ pieces of work which are easier to type using a keyboard. - Students in the senior school may require sophisticated programs that the iPad can’t run, like photoshop. - Some parents/students have a device at home that would meet College requirements but were being asked to purchase an iPad regardless. - Gives students and parents choice - you choose the device best suited to the learning of your student based on your budget. - The College will provide you with a list of minimum requirements for your device. - Devices that do not meet the requirements will not be allowed to connect to the College network. School Improvement Surveys 2017 - Have your say We are seeking your participation in school improvement surveys to help shape the ongoing improvement of our school for the students in our care. The survey will be available from Monday 21st August, 2017. Our School Improvement Report is an invaluable resource in our ongoing pursuit of improvement. This helps us to identify what is going well and not so well and the ways in which we can improve and further develop our school. We would therefore greatly appreciate your continued support by completing the survey this year. If you are willing to complete the survey please email: kmatthews@crcmelton.com.au to receive the survey information. Mark Sheehan Principal
From the Deputy Principal (Staff)
2018 Subject Selections Year 11 and 12 2018 Subject Selections have now closed. All students should have lodged their Final Selection page (from Selection Guide) and a copy of their WebPreferences receipt to their Homeroom teacher. Subject selections can now only be submitted by paper and late submissions may result in subject preferences being missed. Students will be given their initial allocations later in the term. VCAL students will be notified of their application success. Year 9 students must submit their Final Selection page (from Selection Guide) and a copy of their WebPreferences receipt to their Homeroom teacher by Thursday, August 24. Year 8 students and families please note that our 2018 Gadal Information evening is on Tuesday, August 29 starting at 7pm in the Hall. Staff Service Day Next Friday, August 25 is the College Staff Service Day. The College will be closed as staff undertake various Social Justice activities. Buses It has come to my attention that last Thursday, the SITA Town buses did not pick up students from the College. This has been investigated and found to be a communications error between us and SITA. We deeply regret any inconvenience caused. Over the last 5 years we have worked hard and cooperatively with all our Bus Companies to ensure clear communications and this is our first error. I am revising all our protocols to ensure this will not happen again. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) Fees Re enrolment occurs during August. Parents are reminded that school fees payments need to be up to date before re enrolment. Parents & Friends There will be a Parents & Friends meeting on Wednesday, 30th August at 7.30pm. Current Creative Youth Opportunities raise the heart REMIX A creative theatrical arts project with loads of multi-media creating a show based around belonging, identity and racism. The show will be performed in November. Be mentored by professional theatre makers and filmmakers, be involved in theatre and or learn production skills. It includes a FREE 3 day creative beach camp in the October school holidays and involves young people from all over Melton. EVERY SATURDAY MORNING 10am to 1pm at Melton Youth Centre. More information on line http://www.fullon.biz/raise-the-heart.html Or contact Dave Houston Mob: 0411 710 081 Email: dave@fullon.biz
CRC Melton European Tour
Parents and guardians of students currently in Years 7 - 10 who are interested in attending the 2019 European Tour to Poland and Italy are invited to an information session on August 17th at 7pm, in the Performing Arts Centre. Students and parents who attend will hear details of the Trip, information on costs and how to apply. Paul Iannazzo
Library News
Each year the Library purchases the shortlisted and Notable books of the year, as decided by the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA). Currently on display in the library space are the Picture Book of the year shortlisted books. These books are considered of high literary and artistic quality. Established in 1945, the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) is a not-for-profit, volunteer run organisation, which aims to engage the community with literature for young Australians. The CBCA presents annual awards to books of literary merit, for outstanding contribution to Australian children's literature. In 2015, the CBCA celebrated 70 years of enjoying and promoting the best of Australian literature for children and young people. https://cbca.org.au/short-list-2017
Which one do you think should win Picture Book of the year?
Winter sleep out and appeal 2017
Calendar 2017
Homework Club Homework Club runs every Wednesday from 3.30pm 4.30pm in the Library until the last week of term
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Mass Times Senior Hockey Year 10 Reflection day 2019 European Tour to Poland & Italy Parent Information Evening 7pm SACCSS Chess Year 9 Premier League Round 6 Senior Boys & Girls Soccer Round 5 Staff Service Day - No classes Senior Alpine Experience trip Year 9 Premier League Round 7 Gadal 2018 Information Evening 7pm Senior Football Grand Final Parents & Friends Meeting 7.30pm Team Group Photos
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Year 7 Language Day SACCSS Athletics Division 2 SACCSS Tennis Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition Year 9 Premier League Semi Final Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition SACCSS Inter and Junior Tennis Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Premier League Grand Final 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps Year 8 Premier League Round 1 Parent/Student/Teacher interviews 10 Vincit Work Experience Parent/Student/Teacher interviews Term 3 ends
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 Anthony’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Assistant Priest: Fr John Paul Mount Fr Patrick Bradford Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.30am
St Bernard’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Assistant Priest: Fr John Paul Mount Fr Patrick Bradford Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.00pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.00am
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