25th November, 2014 Reflection We welcome the light of God in our gathering as we pray with joyful hearts; Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) God of light and life, our hearts are joyful as we proclaim the One who welcomes all into your Kingdom. May we carry your light of life in our hearts and in Jesus’ name bring joy to the lost and lonely and all who walk in darkness. Amen.
Year 12 Graduation The Year 12 Graduation Dinner was held at Ultima Receptions Keilor last Friday night and it was a wonderful celebration for Year 12 students, their parents and CRC staff. Special thanks to Al Bloom and Marion Jackson who were responsible for the organisation of the night.
There are also tentative plans for our students to visit the Ballarat Campus of ACU in 2015. CRC will also be part of the ACU Teaching Academies program commencing in 2015. More details about this program will be forthcoming in due course.
Mass of Installation Australian Catholic University On Sunday I attended the Mass of Installation of the Honourable John Fahey ACU as the fourth Chancellor of Australian Catholic University. As the fourth Chancellor of ACU, Mr Fahey succeeds Governor General Sir Peter Cosgrove and follows in the footsteps of founding Chancellor, Cardinal Edward Clancy. Trained as a lawyer, Mr Fahey was Premier of NSW from 1992-99 before entering Federal politics where he served as Minister for Finance and Administration in the Howard Government. During this time he was also Chair of Sydney's successful bid to host the 2000 Olympic Games. Appointed President of the World Anti Doping Agency in 2006, he spent the next seven years in that demanding role before stepping down in 2013. CRC Melton has had an active association with ACU in recent years. I am a member of the Victorian Chapter of ACU, and our Year 11 Students visit the ACU Fitzroy Campus each year.
Congratulations Congratulations to ex CRC Melton student, Josh Younger, who finished second in the prestigious Australian Masters on the weekend. Congratulations also to Julia Sansone who has been awarded an Arts Victoria’s 2015 Creative Leadership Scholarship. Details on Page 3. Mark Sheehan Principal
Year 10 Year 10 Exams finish this Friday (November 28). Students returning next year will complete our Year 11 2015 Jumpstart program on Monday, December 1 and Tuesday, December 2. During this time students will have one period with their Year 11 subject class for next year where they will be given introductory material and sample tasks. Teachers taking these classes are all prospective Year 11 teachers but may not be their exact teacher next year. All Year 10 students have been given a copy of their Jumpstart Timetable. Year 9 End of Year Key Dates Year 9 students are involved with some key activities over the next weeks. From Wednesday, November 26 to Friday, November 28, we will operate with special classes as over 120 students will be involved in their Outdoor Education Activities. On Monday, December 1, Year 9 students will be involved with Peer Support Training for 2015 and have their Farewell Assembly and Mass on Tuesday, December 2. All Year 9s will be involved with our annual City Experience from Wednesday, December 3 to Friday, December 5. This is their final school day for 2014. Year 7 & 8 End of Year Dates Year 7 and Year 8 students have normal classes until Thursday, December 4. On Friday, December 5 they will have a special day program and will be dismissed from school at 1.30pm. For those students needing to stay until bus pick up, the College will run activities until 3.20pm. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff)
Students may not take photos of other students or staff without their express permission. Students may not have unauthorised photos in their possession or upload unauthorised photos to any website or network storage area. Students may not pass unauthorised photos onto other people.
A reminder that students should not be having social media apps on their iPads as these are not considered ‘learning apps. The intention of the iPad is for it to be a learning device for school not a device that is just used for personal means. It is very disappointing to learn that students are not using their iPads correctly and are taking photos of staff and students and sending them through social devices to other students in other classes. It is also recommended that game apps (unless subject related) be removed from devices as we have found these to be quite distracting to student learning. Year Level Coordinators will be doing spot checks on iPads to ensure that only the essential apps (learning tools) are installed on student devices. Assemblies have been conducted telling students that they must remove these social media apps from their devices and if they are found, their device shall be confiscated and the apps will be deleted. The College has a mobile device management system in place that monitors and detects student usage and access of their iPads when at school. If students do access or use inappropriate websites, apps or social media at school their iPad will be confiscated and passed onto our Network Administrators for reimaging therefore losing all student work. We thank you in anticipation for your support on this matter. On behalf of all Year Level Coordinators
iPad Usage
Year 7-11 Awards Ceremony
With the roll out of iPads to all year levels this year it is very important to remind parents and students on a few agreement points that were agreed and signed off by both parties:
All award winners will have been notified and invited by mail to attend our annual Year 7-11 Awards Ceremony on Wednesday December 3 in the College Hall at 7pm. For seating purposes we need to have some understanding of how many seats to set up. If your son or daughter is receiving an award and you intend coming, contact details have been provided on the letter to indicate how many seats you require.
iPads should only be used in the classroom when required by the teacher. Inappropriate use in the classroom may result in sanctions including the confiscation of the iPad. Network administrators may review files and communications to maintain system integrity and ensure that users are using the iPad responsibly. Users should not expect that files stored on the iPad will always be private. Students are reminded that the device remains the property of Catholic Regional College Melton.
Robert Blackley Deputy Principal
Notice to Year 7 Parents/Guardians - Year 8 Camp 2015
Booklists
The annual Year 8 camp will take place in Week 4 of Term 1, 2015 (week beginning Monday 23rd February). It involves an overnight stay and two days of activities. The cost of the camp will be $200. This will cover transport, dinner, breakfast and snacks as well as the cost of the camp activities. No student will be excluded from this camp due to cost. If you have any concerns about financing please contact the College as soon as possible to arrange a suitable payment plan. More specific information about the camp will be distributed in early 2015. Please feel free to contact me regarding any issues you may have.
Booklists have been distributed to students. Orders need to be returned to the College by 9th December and collected and paid on book collection day, 28th January 2015. Alternatively, they can be ordered and paid online at: www.campion.com.au using the code “NNG6”. Changes to the Secondary Schools Tax File Number Program in 2015
Karina Dunne Year 8 Coordinator - 2014
The Secondary Schools Tax File Number (TFN) Program will not continue beyond 31 December 2014. This means that School TFN forms will no longer be processed beyond this date.
Year 7 - 9 Textbooks
How students can apply for a TFN from 1 January 2015
Parents are reminded that the cost of the eTextbooks for Years 7-9 will be included in the College fee statement for 2015 (apart from the Italian textbook at Year 7 which will need to be purchased at the start of the College year as a PDF title).
The Australian Taxation Office in partnership with Australia Post is making it easier for individuals to apply for a TFN. Students can now apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post office. Applying online is the fastest and most convenient way for students to get a TFN. More information on applying online can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for 'QC27248' Students who are unable to visit a participating Australia Post office will need to complete the application form Tax file number - application or enquiry for individuals form (NAT 1432). More information about lodging this form can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for 'QC22604'
Next week, students at these Year levels will be able to access their 2015 eTextbooks following an introductory session which will go through the login process for each student and tour of the Jacplus App which will provide their entry to their eTextbook collection. Congratulations Congratulations to Julia Sansone who has been awarded an Arts Victoria’s 2015 Creative Leadership Scholarship. The Creative Leadership Program is a professional development program where 12 regional young people participate in a 9 day Arts industry intensive course in February 2015, after which they are included as youth ambassadors for Regional Arts Victoria. We wish her all the best in her future endeavors.
Victorian Catholic Schools Parent Body (VCSPB) Bulletin The latest issue of the VCSPB Bulletin is now available on the VCSPB website: https://vcspb.vic.catholic.edu.au/SitePages/ Publications.aspx
Year 12 Graduation 2014
Melton Parish Christmas Mass Timetable 2014
St Catherine of Siena Church Bulmans Rd Melton West Wednesday 24th December, Christmas Eve 6.00pm, 9.00pm & Midnight Thursday 25th December, Christmas Day 9.00am & 11.00am Carols precede all Masses PLEASE NOTE: No morning Mass Friday 26th December — Boxing Day Communal Reconciliation Thursday 18th December at 7.30pm Individual Reconciliation Saturday 6th December 5.15pm—5.45pm Saturday 13th December
5.15pm—5.45pm
Saturday 20th December
5.15pm—5.45pm
The Parish Office will be closed from Wednesday 24th December 2014 till Wednesday 28th January 2015
EpiClub Newsletter
Canteen
Calendar 2014
2014
Term 4
Term 4
November
November
26th
27th 28th
Year 12 2015 Jumpstart Year 10 Exams Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp Parents & Friends Dinner - 7.30pm Year 10 Exams Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp Year 10 Exams Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp
December 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 9th
Wednesday 26th Suzanne Smith Friday 28th Rosa Mirabelli
Homework Club Homework club has concluded for 2014
Year 11 2015 Jumpstart Year 11 2015 Jumpstart Year 9 City Experience Awards Night—7.00pm Year 9 City Experience Kenya 2015 Students Overnight Induction Year 9 City Experience Kenya 2015 Students Overnight Induction Term 4 concludes - 1.30pm Year 7 2015 Orientation day
Uniform 2014
November Wednesday 26th 6.30pm - 7.30pm N. Woods
December Wednesday 3rd
1.00pm - 2.00pm
G. Thiele
J. Portelli
Tuesday 9th
Orientation Day
9.00am - 12.00pm K. Vella 12.00pm - 3.00pm T. Naumovski
J. Johnson
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
Term 4
F. Conway
Mass Times
D. Taylor
St Anthony’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.30am