16th August, 2016 Reflection Psalm 62 I wait patiently for God to save me; I depend on him alone. He alone protects and saves me; he is my defender, and I shall never be defeated. I depend on God alone; I put my hope in him. He alone protects and saves me; he is my defender, and I shall never be defeated.
Dear Parents and Students, Child Safe Policy Over the past weeks the College has been preparing to meet the new State Standards in Child Safety. These are part of the outcomes from the 2013 Victorian Parliament Inquiry into the Handling of Child Abuse by Religious and Other Non -Government Organisations, resulting in the Betrayal of Trust Report. The report found that more could be done to strengthen existing approaches to child safety. In response, the Victorian Government is phasing in child safe standards for organisations that work with children, including schools. The Minister for Education has set out in Ministerial Order No. 870 specific actions schools need to take to meet the child safe standards. An information sheet “Safety at Your Child’s school” is available on the College’s website along with our Child Safe Policy and Staff Code of Conduct. We encourage all parents to read the information sheet (produced by the Victorian Registrations and Qualifications Authority) and College Policy. Should you have any questions about the information sheet, College Policy or Code of Conduct please contact the College. Out of Africa night I am looking forward to attending the Taste of Africa evening this Thursday. The night will be showcasing everything African, including delicious foods prepared by staff, students and some parents, music, drumming, dancing and talks about African culture. Staff Service Day Friday, August 19 is the College’s Staff Service Day. The College will be closed as staff undertake various social justice activities. Mark Sheehan Principal
Parents & Friends There will be a Parent & Friends meeting on Wednesday 31st August at 7.30pm.
From the Deputy Principal (Staff)
2017 Subject Selections Year 9 students are now selecting their Year 10 subjects for 2017. These must be finalised and submitted to their Homeroom Tutor by Thursday, August 18. Year 8 students and families please note that our 2017 Gadal Information evening is on Tuesday, August 23 starting at 7pm in the Hall. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) Whitten Project Two Year 10 students, Boden Mugridge and Madeleine Rizzo, have been involved in the Whitten Project this year. The project offers unique opportunities for young people to build confidence, make new friendships and develop skills that will enable them to become future leaders in their community. The project offers practical and theory based activities designed to enhance participant’s capacities in: leadership, teamwork, communication, goal setting, support networks, resilience and community engagement. Boden and Madeleine are involved, with the City of Melton and the Western Bulldogs, in the organisation and promotion of the Walk the West day on 3rd September 10am-1pm to be held in Melton. The walk begins at Melton Youth Services, it is a gold coin donation to participate with the funds being used to support young people suffering with mental illness. You don't have to be a Bulldogs supporter to be involved. Robert Blackley Deputy Principal (Students) Re-enrolment 2017 During Term 3 a formal re-enrolment process will take place. This process enables the College to comply with a CEO requirement regarding enrolment data which is due in Term 4. The actual enrolment prediction for the 2017 school year will influence the recurrent funding for the College. To ensure you do not jeopardise your child’s re-enrolment we would appreciate all fee payments and Thanksgiving envelopes being brought up to date. School Improvement Surveys 2016 - 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 29th August, 2016. 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. World Youth Day An article written by Jonathan Antony who attended World Youth Day can be found on the College website under Latest News.
Women Motivating Women Wellness Health Luncheon Date: Time: Place: Entry: Tickets: Inquiries:
Wednesday September 7th 2016 11am till 3pm St Bernard’s Hall, 61 Lerderderg St, Bacchus Marsh $30 per person includes morning tea & lunch Collins Book Store, Bacchus Marsh or www.ticketebo.com.au/women weekly@hotmail.com.au or phone 0431 282 773
Guest Speakers: Diabetes Educator, McGrath Cancer Nurse, Dietician, Fitness Trainer, Personal safety - Vic Police Purpose of the luncheon
For women of all ages and races to make new friends and catch up with old ones Be motivated to look after themselves and know they have value To get regular check-ups and not to be afraid To speak to some professionals about possible concerns
Funds raised on the day will go to Rally the Saints for the Homeless
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Calendar 2016
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Health & Wellbeing Week Senior Boys and Girls Soccer Year 12 Legal Excursion Health & Wellbeing Week Year 12 Legal Excursion SACCSS meeting Out of Africa Evening Staff Service day - no classes Literacy week Literacy week Vincit Excursion Year 9 Premier League Round 6 Sea Shepherd visit GADAL 2017 Information Evening Literacy week Year 11 Legal Studies Excursion Senior Football Grand final Year 9 MASP Excursion Literacy week Vincit Excursion CRC Melton Cross Country Literacy week Vincit Excursion VCAL F Excursion Athletics Division 2 Vincit Excursion Year 7 2017 Academic testing Year 9 & 10 Drama Excursion Year 7 2017 Academic testing P & F meeting - 7.30pm
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Wednesday 17th 6.30pm - 7.30pm G. Thiele Summer Fitting/Year 7 2017 Uniform Fitting Wednesday 24th 12.00pm - 2.00pm J. Johnson M. Mullan M. Muse 5.00pm - 8.00pm F. Conway T. Hehir E. Flannigan L. Holt Thursday 25th L. Vella A. Salmon
12.00pm - 2.00pm K. Vella C. Grambau 5.00pm - 8.00pm G. Mercieca L. Bugeja
Wednesday 31st 1.00pm - 2.00pm D. Vasjuta September Wednesday 7th S De Courcy
6.30pm - 7.30pm G. Thiele
Mass Times VET Sport & Rec First Aid training day Year 7 LOTE day Year 9 MASP Excursion
Homework Club Homework Club will run every Wednesday from 20th July from 3.30pm to 4.30pm until Wednesday 7th September in the Library .
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 St Dominic’s Church 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