8th August, 2017 Reflection Mary MacKillop Prayer Ever generous God, You inspired Saint Mary MacKillop to live her life faithful to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and constant in bringing hope and encouragement to those who were disheartened, lonely or needy. With confidence in your generous providence and through the intercession of Saint Mary MacKillop We ask that you grant our request………………. We ask that our faith and hope be fired afresh by the Holy Spirit so that we too, like Mary MacKillop, may live with courage, trust and openness. Ever generous God hear our prayer. We ask this through Jesus Christ. Amen.
Dear Parents and Students, Today is the Feast Day of St Mary of the Cross and you see below some of our students pictured next to our statue of St Mary Mackillop. Anna Cicalese, Montana Salton, Thomas Spiteri and Kade Bishop are part of the team of ten students and five staff that are taking up a challenge set by St Mary of the Cross 100 years ago “whenever you see a need do something about it”. They are sleeping rough on Friday night as part of the Vinnies Sleep out which is happening across Australia If you would like to support this cause donations can be left at the College office. Year 7 2019 Enrolments Year 7 2019 Enrolments are now open.
Mark Sheehan Principal
From the Deputy Principal (Staff)
2018 Subject Selections Year 10 and 11 students finalise their 2018 subject selections this week with their Final Selection page (from the Selection Guide) and a copy of their WebPreferences receipt due this Friday, August 11. Please ensure these are submitted on time as late submissions may result in subject preferences being missed as VCE numbers will be processed and initial blockings completed. Students will be given their initial allocations later in the term. VCAL students will be notified of their application success or not. An Information evening will be held this Wednesday, August 9 for Year 9 students and parents/guardians regarding Year 10 2018 subject selection. All families are encouraged to attend as the Year 10 Elective selections are by far the most complicated over all year levels.
The 2018 Gadal Information evening (Year 9 2018) is on Tuesday, August 29 starting at 7pm in the Hall. John Christie Deputy Principal (Staff) Fees Re enrolment occurs during August. Parents are reminded that school fees payments need to be up to date before re enrolment. CRC Melton European Tour
Parents and guardians of students currently in Years 7 - 10 who are interested in attending the 2019 European Tour to Poland and Italy are invited to an information session on August 17th at 7pm, in the Performing Arts Centre. Students and parents who attend will hear details of the Trip, information on costs and how to apply. Paul Iannazzo
Languages News
Last Friday we were fortunate to have sunny weather when we visisted Ballarat's Wildlife Park. The Italian travellers thoroughly enjoyed the day out, patting kangaroos, feeding them and taking lots of photos with our beautiful native Australian animals. The koalas were awake and the crocodiles looked quite terrifying; lying still waiting for their prey. The Tasmanian devils, the dingoes, wombats and of course, the echidnas were also admired. It was wonderful to see the Italian guests spending time with their host families, enjoying Australia's stunning landscape and beautiful wildlife. We also had our last Italian excursion on Friday 4th August to Mount Macedon. This is such a beautiful part of Victoria. The scenery is breathtaking. We walked all the way to the Cross but unfortunately, it was so foggy that the scenery was a very dusty white smoke. This didn't dampen our spirit as we then enjoyed a delicious lunch in Gisborne. It has been an absolute joy having Carlo Calligaris and the students from our sister school, an international school - CNPD in Cividale: Lucrezia Andreotti, Maria Fiori, Elena Zamò, Pietro Poboni, Francesco Muradore e Anna Olivo. The biggest thank you however, goes to our host families: the Chin Family, the Arbizu Duran Family, the Matthews Family, the Attard Family, the Williams Family, the Christie Family, the Brooking Family, the Stone Family, the Hansen Family and the Paproth Family. Without your wonderful support and kindest hospitality, such an exchange program would not be possible, so on behalf of the CRC school community, our sincerest thanks. A Farewell dinner will be held for the exchange students and host families this Thursday night in the school staff room at 6:30pm. Grazie Mille. Claudia Russo and the Languages Team
Winter sleep out and appeal 2017
Did you know that there are approximately 300 people that are homeless on any given night in Melton? “Are you ready to step up” On Friday August 11th we are hosting our very own Winter Sleep out at school. Our aim for the night is to raise awareness and some vital funds to help those experiencing homelessness in and around our community. A school sleep out also gives students the opportunity to understand the realities of homelessness by sleeping “rough” for one night. During the night we will hear from some guest speakers, discuss the issues around homelessness and share a small meal together before setting up our “bed” for the night in the hall. Several staff will be in attendance and appropriate security measures will be put in place to ensure that our night is a success. Participants in the event are asked to raise between $75–$100.00 through sponsorship. The money raised will be passed onto St. Vincent De Paul and Hope St. Melton who provide many valuable services for the homeless in Melton and the surrounding areas. Students wishing to take part are able to obtain the necessary forms from the student office. They should be returned as soon as possible to the office or to Ms Rowe-Watts. If you have any concerns please email me at mrowe-watts@crcmelton.com.au Winter coats and blankets Urgently needed Each year Vinnie’s feeds and houses thousands of families doing it tough through winter. They urgently need good quality winter clothing particularly Coats, blankets, sleeping bags, hats, gloves and scarves. We will make sure these get given out to those that need them.
Melton Cricket Club Melton Cricket Club is looking to have a second open age cricket team & a junior girls team this season (12/17) age group. We are holding come and try training sessions at the Indoor Cricket Centre Reserve Road Melton on Fridays the 11th, 18th & 25th of August between 4 and 5.15pm.
Calendar 2017
Homework Club Homework Club runs every Wednesday from 3.30pm 4.30pm in the Library until the last week of term
Term 3
Mass Times
August 8th 9th 15th 17th
21st 22nd 23rd 25th 29th 30th 31st
Year 8 Reflection day Year 9 Premier League Round 4 Junior Hockey Senior Boys & Girls Soccer Round 3 Year 10 2018 Information Evening 7pm Year 9 Premier League Round 5 Senior Hockey Year 10 Reflection day 2019 European Tour to Poland & Italy Parent Information Evening 7pm SACCSS Chess Year 9 Premier League Round 6 Senior Boys & Girls Soccer Round 5 Senior Alpine Experience trip Year 9 Premier League Round 7 Gadal 2018 Information Evening 7pm Senior Football Grand Final Parents & Friends Meeting 7.30pm Team Group Photos
September 1st 4th 11th 12th 13th 14th 18th 19th
Year 7 Language Day SACCSS Athletics Division 2 SACCSS Tennis Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition Year 9 Premier League Semi Final Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition Year 7-10 Arts Exhibition SACCSS Inter and Junior Tennis Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Outdoor Education Camps 10 Vincit Work Experience Year 9 Premier League Grand Final
Academy Uniforms CRC Melton operating hours: Monday 8.00am - 10am Thursday 11.30am - 2pm Online orders: www.academyuniforms.com.au Online Password : Melton
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 Sunday: 5.00pm St Bernard’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Assistant Priest: Fr John Paul Mount Fr Patrick Bradford Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.00pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.00am
St Anthony’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Fabian Smith Assistant Priest: Fr John Paul Mount Fr Patrick Bradford Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 8.30am & 10.30am