16th June, 2015 Reflection The Mustard Seed ‘The mustard seed, the smallest of all the seeds, grows into the biggest shrub of all.’ (from Mark 4:31) He also said, ‘With what can we compare the kingdom of God, or what parable will we use for it? It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the greatest of all shrubs, and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.’ There are moments when we encounter you in the small and the ordinary, moments of grace when we glimpse you in what is earthy and transitory: in a glance, a sound, a symbol, a touch, in the fleeting moment filled with infinite grace, in the parables as we hear them again, and remember that, in these small things, we find echoes of your Kingdom. Oh God, from everlasting to everlasting, from whom we come and to whom we go, we have come to this day and we give you praise, Amen.
Exams
Parents of Year 12 students doing VCE
Congratulations to our Year 9, 10 and 11 students who undertook their Semester 1 exams in a positive and studious manner. Students will have the opportunity to receive their exams back and use as pointers for future improvement. We trust that all students worked to their potential and will receive the grades that they deserve.
Could all parents of VCE students doing Units 3/4 mark on their Home Calendar the following date: Wednesday July 22 - Parent/student/teacher Interviews from 4.00 - 7.30pm. All parents of students studying Units 3/4 are expected to attend these interviews. Parents of students studying Units 3/4 will receive a letter from me in early July regarding my expectations for these interviews. For the moment, simply mark the date on your Home Calendar as HIGH IMPORTANCE. Staff Professional Learning Day A reminder that staff will be involved in a Professional Learning day on Monday, 22nd June. This is a student free day.
Mark Sheehan Principal
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Semester 2 Elective Changes –Year 10 & 9
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Year 9 & 10 students will have access to Semester 2 changes over the next 2 weeks. All students have been given a copy of their Semester 2 electives as currently listed. Year 10 students have this week to make changes after exam feedback and reviews have taken place. Year 9 students may inquire about possible changes during the last 2 weeks of this term. Semester 2 Electives for both Year 9 and 10 classes will begin at the start of Term 3.
Available on: Apple, Android & Windows How to download: On your device visit the app store and search “CRC Melton”. Features include Newsletters, Latest News, School Info, Term Dates, Contacts, Canteen Price list and more. School Improvement Surveys 2015 We are seeking the support of our parents as we believe our parent voice is important to help shape the ongoing improvement of our school. The School Improvement Survey will be available from Monday 20th July 2015 to Friday 7th August, 2015. Why Do We Survey? The main aim of the survey is to identify factors that contribute to the organisational health of your child’s/ children’s school and provide valuable information about what is going well and not so well and the ways in which this may be improved and built upon. We are consulting families to gather your input to shape the future development of our school. Although we strongly encourage you to complete the survey, your participation is voluntary. If you are willing to complete the survey please email: kmatthews@crcmelton.com.au to receive the survey information.
Work Experience Next week our Year 10s undertake Work Experience. I wish them all the best in this valuable undertaking. I am sure our Year 10 students will not only enjoy the week but learn new skills and develop more self-confidence and resilience. Last Week Activities There are a number of Year level activities taking place in the last week of term. Year 8 students have their Languages Excursion on Wednesday and a MindMatters activity on Thursday. Year 9 students are involved with their Reflection Day on Tuesday. On Wednesday they participate in Presentations, Mass and Final Assemblies, whilst on Thursday and Friday they are involved in their City Experience. Year 11 students have their Reflection Day on Thursday. Last Day of Term 2 Please note that Term 2 classes finish at 2.30pm next Friday, June 26. This is to ensure our students finish in line with other secondary schools for bus connections. Please note that the local SITA Town buses will continue to operate on normal times. We advise that students who catch these buses may find it more convenient to make other arrangements home this day. Semester One Reports Reports will only be available through the Parent Portal and will open on Tuesday 30th June, 2015. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff)
MindMatters
Performing Arts Gala
Last week a team of staff and parents attended a workshop on how to implement MindMatters within our school community. We discussed throughout the day how MindMatters can be used in schools and the importance of having mental health programs in place. Mental health is not about illness but about being in a good place mentally. It involves the ability to bounce back, deal with challenges that we all face in our day-to-day lives and be resilient.
As the opening night for this year’s Performing Arts Gala draws closer, it is timely to remind the College community of the performance dates, which are Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th September. The Food Tech and Hospitality staff and students shall again be supporting the performing arts by serving hors-d'oeuvres prior to the performance and the Visual Art department shall install an art exhibition within the foyer of the Performing Arts Centre.
The framework is about young people; their health and wellbeing. It helps schools to support young people to achieve their goals, build relationships and cope with challenges. It aims to promote mental health, prevent problems and enable early intervention. The core components of the program centre on creating a positive school community, developing resilience skills in our students, providing support to parents and families and supporting students experiencing mental health difficulties.
Tickets for the Performing Arts Gala shall go on sale early in Term 3. Please note, that the seating for this year’s performance shall be allocated. As such, patrons are advised to book early to ensure that they are able to secure consecutive seating for their party of guests.
The benefits of home-school partnerships are apparent, with research consistently finding that teacher and family relationships are important for young people’s social and emotional wellbeing, and academic achievement. The development of positive relationships between families and school staff takes effort from both parties, and typically develops over time, rather than over a single event. When parents and school staff communicate about concerns they have with young people, it can be easy to forget about the strengths of the student and to focus only on problems and negative behaviours. By keeping the student central to the discussion, it will ensure that their needs, developmental stage, strengths and perspective will be considered. The transition to adolescence involves significant changes for young people as well as their parents and carers. New parenting demands require parents and carers to adapt their parenting. Many parents and carers are able to do this well, but for some the young person’s striving for autonomy can be seen as disobedience or rejection. Here at CRC we offer a number of programs and invite organisations into the College that are designed to support good mental health. I have referred to the website links on our intranet in the past as a source of information for parents and students. We will continue to keep you informed of the progress of the implementation of the MindMatters framework. Robert Blackley Deputy Principal (Students)
The Performing Arts Team have been working tirelessly with the cast of dancers, singers and musicians and we look forward to a highly entertaining and engaging performance that will build on the success of previous works created by this team of dedicated staff. Clare O’Sullivan On behalf of the Gala Team cosullivan@crcmelton.com.au
VCE Dance Solos
Year 7 Movie Mania Night
On Friday 5th June, the VCE Dance students performed their Unit 3 Technique solos to an audience of 50 people. The students performed extremely well and should be proud of what they have accomplished.
Year 7 students are invited to attend the Year 7 Movie Mania night. The evening is being run by the Year 7 Homeroom team. When:
Friday 19th June
Time:
5.30pm - 8.00pm
Location:
Performing Arts Centre (PAC)
Movie:
Mall Cop 2, PG
What to wear:
Casual attire
What to bring:
A snack to eat at interval time in the foyer
The aim of the night is to finish off the semester with a fun and enjoyable night before the school holidays begin. Students attending are asked to make a gold coin donation to raise money for our sister school in Kenya, Brother Beausang. Emma Wright Year 7 Coordinator Year 9 Reflection Day The Reflection Day for the Year 9 students, on Tuesday 23 June, will focus on the topics of personal identity, sex and relationships- based on Catholic Christian values, all within a pastoral context. This presentation will be led by RealTalk an outstanding group who work across the nation in many Catholic Schools. The day also provides an opportunity for the students to slow down and reflect on how they are changing. The day allows them space to focus on themselves as individuals who have grown, developed and matured over their years here at CRC Melton. All students are expected to attend. The venue for the day is CRC Melton and students will have recess and lunch breaks as per a normal day. School PE Uniform is to be worn on the day. Shaun Coates Religious Education & Faith Development Coordinator
Calendar
Uniform
2015
2015
Term 2
Term 2
June
June
16th Year 7 MASP Excursion Senior AFL & Netball Round 5 Senior B & G Soccer Round 1 17th Year 9 - 12 Italian Competition Year 7 Premier League Grand Final 18th Year 11 Tertiary Orientation Day 22nd Year 10 Work Experience Staff Professional Learning day - No classes 23rd Year 10 Work Experience 24th Year 10 Work Experience AFL/Netball Grand Final Year 8 LOTE Excursion Year 11 Reflection day 25th Year 10 Work Experience Year 9 City Experience Year 12 Drama Solos 26th Year 10 Work Experience Year 9 City Experience Term 2 concludes - 2.30pm Cinderella Ballet Excursion Term 3
Wednesday 17th 6.30pm - 7.30pm L. Eagle Wednesday 24th 1.00pm - 2.00pm L. Vella
Homework Club Homework Club will run from Wednesday, 22nd April from 3.30pm to 4.30pm in the Library and finish 17th June.
July 13 14 15 16 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29
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Term 3 commences Senior Male & Female Soccer Round 2 Unit 2 Legal Studies Excursion Year 11 2016 Information Evening - 7.00pm Year 11 Careers Expo Year 9 Premier League Round 1 Year 12 PE Excursion Year 12 Parent/Student/Teacher interviews Staff Professional Learning day - No classes Tree Planting day Year 8 MASP Excursion Year 12 Legal Excursion Year 9 Premier League Round 2 Year 12 Biology Excursion Year 12 Legal Excursion Year 8 MASP Excursion Year 12 Biology Excursion P & F Meeting - 7.30pm Senior Futsal Year 11 2016 Family Selection Interviews VET Year 9 Taster day
Mass Times Parish of Melton Parish Priest : Fr Michael Moody 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 Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.30am