29th October, 2013 Reflection May God bless us with discomfort at easy answers, half-truths, and superficial relationships, so that we may live deep within our hearts. ALL: We are called to love. May God bless us with anger at injustice, oppression, and exploitation of people, so that we may work for economic justice for all people. ALL: We are called to be just. May God bless us with tears to shed for those who suffer from pain, hunger, homelessness and rejection, so that we may reach out our hand to comfort them and to turn their pain into joy. ALL: We are called to compassionate action. And may God bless us with enough foolishness to believe that we can make a difference in the world so that we can do what others claim cannot be done. ALL: We are called to serve the poor. AMEN. (taken from the Marianist Social Justice Collaborative)
Year 12 Examinations Good luck to the Year 12 students who commence their VCE exams with the English exam tomorrow. Our prayers are with you. Congratulations
Year 7- 9 End of Year Exams and Timed Assessment Tasks Exam and Assessments for Year 7 – 9 classes have begun. I would like to compliment the students for their serious approach to the exams we have so far held. Year 7
Congratulations to Nick Benca who won the Victorian All Schools Under 16 boys 2000m steeplechase on Saturday at Lakeside Stadium. The win secures Nick a place on the Victorian team which is heading to Townsville in early December. Well done Nick – a mighty effort. Parents & Friends Meeting There will be a Parents & Friends meeting Wednesday 30th October at 7.30pm.
Year 7 students will undertake timed assessments beginning Tuesday, October 29 until Friday, November 1. These will take place in normal scheduled class times. Timed Assessments in Mathematics and English will take place in Homerooms as set out below. Wednesday, October 30
Thursday, October 31
Year 7 ENGLISH Period 1 D BLOCK
Year 7 MATHS Period 4 D BLOCK
Year 8 Mark Sheehan Principal
Year 8 students will undertake timed assessments beginning Thursday, October 24 until Wednesday, October 30. These will take place in normal scheduled class times. Year 9 Year 9 students will undertake exams beginning Thursday, October 24 until October 30. Elective exams will take place in normal scheduled class times.
Year 11
Tablet Devices for Year 9 Students
All Year 11 Exams will take place in our VCE Exams Centre (J Block)
It has been very rewarding to see Year 9 students using their tablets in classes to enrich and extend their learning opportunities. For students who have yet to lease a tablet, there is the option of day borrowing one through the library or contacting the Office to discuss payment arrangements. A reminder that we have also established a Tablet support / Information email. It is: tablet@crcmelton.com.au These will go directly to David Micallef our Network Manager.
Year 11 Exam Timetable November 2013 Thurs Nov 14 English (Start 9.00am Finish 12.15pm)
Fri Nov 15 General Maths (9.00 – 10.45)
Methods (1.303.15)
Psychology (1.30- 3.15)
Wed Nov 20 History (9.00 – 11.15)
Accounting (1.00- 3.15) Chemistry (1.00-2.45) VCD (1.00-2.45)
Mon Nov 18 Literature (9.00 – 11.15) Food Technology (9.00 – 10.45) Physics (9.00 – 10.45) HHD General Maths Adv (1.30- 3.15)
Thurs Nov 21 Information Tech. (9.00 – 10.35) Legal Studies (9.00 – 11.15) Studio Arts (9.00 – 10.45)
Tues Nov 19 English Language (9.00 – 11.15) Physical Education (9.00 – 10.45) Biology (1.30- 3.15)
Fri Nov 22 Drama (9.00 – 10.45) Wood (9.00 – 10.45) Indonesian (9.00 – 11.15) Media (9.00 – 10.45) Music (9.00 – 10.45)
Business Management (1.30- 3.15)
Year 10 Subject Confirmation 2014 Year 9 students will receive their finalised Year 10 electives for 2014 this week. Year 12 Our prayers and best wishes are with our Year 12 students who begin their VCAA exams this Wednesday, October 30 until they finish on Wednesday, November 20. The Graduation Dinner will be held that evening.
Two common queries so far have been about the Tablet cases and keyboard options: Only College provided cases can be used with the tablets to ensure insurance coverage is not lost. Families may purchase keyboards at their own expense but only the College recommended type will be supported by us and covered by insurance: Acer keyboard dock for Iconia W510/W511 tablet. Model # NP.DCK1100B. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) Year 7 2015 Enrolment Evening There will be a Year 7 2015 Enrolment Meeting on Wednesday, 13th November at 7.30pm in the College Hall. Parents who are seeking enrolment for their child at Catholic Regional College, Melton must attend this meeting. Please note if you wish to submit your application on the evening you will need a copy of your child’s Baptism certificate and a $50 deposit. Kerrie-Ann Matthews Registrar
Educational Maintenance Allowance
Year 9 Food Technology – Super Hero Themed Party
The EMA provides financial assistance to families on a low income to help with the cost of essential educational items such as textbooks, stationery, uniforms and excursions. EMA is a means-tested payment - parents must hold a Centrelink/Veterans Affairs concession card to be eligible. In 2014, the EMA amount is $200 for parents of eligible Prep students, $150 for parents of all other eligible Primary school students, $300 for parents of eligible Year 7 students and $250 for parents of all other eligible Secondary school students up to the age of 16. Children turning 16 years during the year, are paid on a pro rata basis until their birth month. An EMA application form must be completed by eligible parents/guardians and submitted annually to schools. Forms are available for collection from the Office.
Once again this week, our second Year 9 Food Technology class entertained the remaining prep classes from St Catherine’s with a themed party. It was the culmination of their research, planning and hard work for Term 3. The Year 9 students were required to research age appropriate food and activities and to put this information together in the form of a party. The Year 9 students showcased amazing leadership potential as they entertained the prep students with their Superhero training obstacle course, making and decorating super hero glasses, icing small cakes and relay races with a unique super hero twist. Congratulations to all Year 9 students involved.
Year 10 Reflection Day The Year 10 Reflection Day will be held on Thursday 31st October. It will be led by Chris Doyle of Karis Ministries along with Year 10 Home Room/RE Teachers. Students will be involved in a range of activities on the day including small and large group discussion and personal reflection. All students are expected to attend the Reflection Day. The venue is the Melton Shire Youth Offices at 193 Barries Road, Melton. Students are expected to make their own way and meet staff at the venue at 9.30am, they may wear casual clothes. The day will conclude at approximately 2.45pm. Students will be dismissed from the venue at this time. Shaun Coates Religious Education & Faith Development Coordinator
Nerida Thurn Food Technology Teacher
St Bernard's Parish For further information or ticket sales please contact the following: Veronica Mayne. 0409 952338, Carmel Shea 5367 2647 or Jacqui Segrave 0430 958758
Uniform
Calendar 2013
2013
Term 4
Term 4
October
October
30th 31st
Year 7, 8 & 9 Exams & Assessments Year 7 Premier League Round 6 Parents & Friends Meeting Year 10 Reflection Day Year 7 Assessments
November 1st 4th 5th 6th 13th 14th 15th
Year 7 Assessments Student Free Day Melbourne Cup Day Year 7 Premier League Semi Finals Year 7 Premier League Grand Finals Year 9 Outdoor Education camp Year 7 2015 Information Night 7.30pm Year 9 Outdoor Education camp Year 11 Examinations Year 9 Outdoor Education camp Year 11 Examinations
Wednesday 30th 6.30pm - 7.30pm J. Shelly
N. Woods
November Wednesday 6th
1.00pm - 2.00pm
G. Thiele
H. Breich
Uniform Packing Day Wednesday 13th 12.00pm - 2.00pm J. Johnson K. Pigott
A. Watson
D. Simpson
Wednesday 20th 6.30pm - 7.30pm J. Harvey
C. Bettess
Canteen Homework Club
2013 Term 4
Homework club will run each Wednesday from 16th October in the Library from 3.30pm to 4.30pm.
October Wednesday 30th Suzanne Smith Thursday 31st Linda Tomac
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 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
November Friday 1st
Rosa Mirabelli Natalie Rabotinni
Thursday 7th Friday 8th
Maria Zaharogiannis Ana Levett Sandra Esposito
Monday 11th Tuesday 12th Wednesday 13th Thursday 14th Friday 15th
Debbi Taylor Cynthia Amor Heather Harrison Lisa Trethowan Robyn Dodd Donna Robinson