18th August, 2015 Reflection I am the living bread which has come down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world. (John 6:51) Give bread, Lord, to those who are hungry, give hunger for yourself to those who have bread, for you alone, Lord, can satisfy our desire: Jesus Christ, bread of life, we pray to you. Give strength to those who are weak, give humility to the powerful, for your alone, Lord, are our strength: Jesus Christ, bread of life, we pray to you. Give faith to those who are in doubt, give doubt to those who believe they possess you, for you alone, Lord, are the truth: Jesus Christ, bread of life, we pray to you. Give confidence to those who live in fear, inspire wonder in those who feel apathy, for you alone, Lord, support our hope: Jesus Christ, bread of life, we pray to you. Give light to those who are searching for you, preserve in your love all who pray with faith in you, for you alone, Lord, can fulfil our love: Jesus Christ, bread of life, we pray to you.
Staff Service Day
2016 Subject Selections
A reminder that our annual Staff Service Day takes place this Friday, August 21 (changed from Thursday, August 20). No student classes will run this day as staff members distribute themselves throughout our community assisting schools, churches, social service organisations and families in need of assistance. A group of staff are also focused on Daffodil day awareness this year.
Year 9 students’ subject selections for their 2016 Year 10 subjects are due this Thursday, August 20. A reminder that the Year 10 2016 Subject Handbook is available through the College Website (under Teaching & Learning Tab / Year 10 Tab)
Mark Sheehan Principal
Year 8 families are asked to note that they will have their 2016 Year 9 (GADAL) Information Evening next Tuesday, August 25. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) MindMatters Parent Survey Thank you to the parents who have completed the MindMatters survey, the response has been very positive, the survey closes Friday 21 August. Results of the survey will be published in the coming weeks Rob Blackley Deputy Principal (Students)
Parents & Friends The next meeting of the Parents & Friends will be held on Wednesday 26th August at 7.30pm.
College Office
Performing Arts Gala - Around the World
Please be aware that there will be reduced staff in the College office on Wednesday 19th August.
Tickets for the Friday evening performance of this year’s Performing Arts Gala, to be staged on 4th September, are selling well with only a handful of tickets remaining. There are still some tickets available for the performance on Thursday 3rd September. Tickets for the Performing Arts Gala are $10 each and are available from the College office. 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 all of their guests. When booking your tickets, please advise booking staff of any disabled access requirements.
Victorian Catholic Schools Parent Body (VCSPB) Bulletin The latest issue of the VCSPB Bulletin is now available on the VCSPB website: www.vcspb.catholic.edu.au VCE Solo Performances The VCE Drama class shall be performing their 7 minute self-devised Solo Performances at 7pm on Thursday 27th August in the PAC. Our students would really appreciate an audience whether that be younger students interested perhaps in studying drama at a senior level, parents, family friends or members of the College community. This is our Year 12s final performance opportunity before they face the VCAA examiners in October.
Clare O’Sullivan On behalf of the Gala Team cosullivan@crcmelton.com.au ………………………………………………………………………………………
Clare O’Sullivan VCE Drama teacher cosullivan@crcmelton.com.au
CRC Melton Performing Arts Gala ticket order form Name: __________________________________
FATHER’S DAY COMMUNION BREAKFAST ST BERNARD’S CHURCH Saturday, 5 September 2015 (eve of Father’s Day)
Student’s name: _________________________ Homeroom: ______________ Contact Number: ________________________________ Number of tickets (each ticket is $10) Thursday 3rd September, 2015 _________
Guest Speaker : Roshnee Sadhai “Fleeing from Apartheid” will be the title of Roshnee’s talk. She will be assisted by her son : Dr Ravin Sadhai
Friday 4th September, 2015
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Total cost: $ __________________ Money must be enclosed in order to receive tickets.)
MASS will be celebrated at 7:30am followed by a cooked breakfast @ 8am in the Parish Centre Cost $8 pp (payable on day). This function is open to males and females 15 years and over For catering purposes: rsvp 28 August E:bacchusmarsh@cam.org.au T: Parish Office 5367 2069 F: 5367 4863
Dante Alighieri Poetry Competition 2015
Languages Week – 31 August to 4 September
During Term 2, students studying Italian in Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 participated in the Dante Alighieri Poetry Competition held at Melbourne University. Students were required to recite a poem in Italian in the presence of judges. They were assessed on their pronunciation, rhythm, tone and interpretation of their chosen poem. The Languages team is pleased and proud to announce the following results:
Through food, many cultures celebrate and express their heritage. On Wednesday, September 2 students will have the opportunity to taste and enjoy various international cuisines. To avoid disappointment we ask that students place an order direct to the canteen.
Arancini Balls
$2.50
Dominic Bament Apoorva Madanu Jacinta Sciusco Christopher Campagna Telia Coverdale Dayna Govic Joshua Eagle Ethan Trethowan Natalie Fry James Previti Rebecca Chin Madeline Rizzo Chloe Laurel Matthew Previti Cheyanne Llanes Luke Spiteri Harmonie Wegener Alison Vasjuta Breanne Landells Cheyenne Voss Taylor Filkin
Penne Bolognese
$4.00
Fried Rice
$4.00
Sushi Rolls
$2.80 each, filling options Crumbed Chicken, Avocado and Cucumber and California Roll with Seafood Meat
Hokkien Noodles
$6.00 options Vegetarian or Chicken
Pizza slices
$ 3.50 each Margarita or Ham and Pineapple
Participation High Distinction Participation High Distinction Participation High Distinction Merit High Distinction Merit High Distinction Honourable Mention High Distinction Honourable Mention High Distinction Honourable Mention Honourable Mention Honourable Mention Honourable Mention Honourable Mention Honourable Mention Honourable Mention
Special Menu
To avoid disappointment students need to place an order in before Thursday, August 20 direct to the canteen. The regular canteen menu will still be available to students on the day. Languages Team
Congratulations to all students who participated.
Head Lice
Maria Dance Languages Domain
The College has been notified of a case of head lice within the Year 9 level. If a student has head lice, we ask parents to inform the College and take the appropriate action. Further information can be obtained on www.dhs.vic.gov.au/phd/headlice
Year 9 Humanities excursion WW1 Centenary Exhibition and Melbourne Shrine of Remembrance On the 12th of August the Year 9 cohort went on excursion to the Shrine of Remembrance and the WW1 Centenary Exhibition at the Melbourne Museum. At the exhibition we saw lots of weapons, machinery, uniforms and real life artefacts that were used in the War. There were some diary entries written by Australian soldiers in the First World War. They gave us a really good insight into how devastating the war really was and how so many of the men and their families suffered for so long. The Shrine of Remembrance was so mesmerising and really pays tribute to our soldiers. We learnt lots of interesting and new things. At the end of our tour each student got to leave a poppy in the Shrine as a sign of respect. Overall the excursion was really interesting and was thoroughly enjoyed by all. After leaving we could really appreciate and be proud of the soldiers who fought for our country. By Maddy Rizzo
Calendar
Uniform
2015
2015
Term 3
Term 3
August
August
19th 20th 21st 25th
Wednesday 19th
26th 27th 28th 31st
Senior Boys & Girls Soccer Round 3 SACCSS Chess Staff Service Day - No classes Year 9 Premier League Round 6 Year 9 2016 Information Evening Year 8 Reflection Days Parents & Friends Meeting Year 8 Reflection Days Senior Soccer Grand Final VINCIT & VCAL Excursion VCE Dance Outcome Languages Week SACCSS Athletics Division 2
S. Jakeman Summer Fittings Wednesday 26th 12.00pm - 2.00pm D. Taylor
September
5.00pm - 8.00pm
1st 2nd
F. Conway
3rd 4th
Languages Week Languages Week Year 9 MASP Excursion Year 7 Language Week Languages Week Performing Arts Gala Languages Week Performing Arts Gala Food Van visit
6.30pm - 7.30pm
J. Johnson
L. Vella
A. Salmon
N. Woods
M. Mullan
R. Mc Donald
L. Eagle
M. Salvatore
Thursday 27th 12.00pm - 2.00pm Karen Vella 5.00pm - 8.00pm
17th Parent/Student/Teacher interviews 18th Parent/Student/Teacher interviews
G. Thiele September Wednesday 2nd
Mass Times
T Davine Wednesday 9th
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
1.00pm - 2.00pm
6.30pm - 7.30pm
L. Eagle
S. Jakeman
Wednesday 16th
1.00pm - 2.00pm
K. Vella
Homework Club Homework Club will be held in the Library each Wednesday between 3.30pm and 4.30pm.