Marian College Newsletter
Thursday, May 14th 2015 - Edition 7
Principal’s Report
INSIDE THIS WEEK
CALENDAR, ROSTERS
& REMINDERS
Student News
>Events
>School News
> Year 11 & 12 News
>Open Day & Country Fair
>Sport News
>School Production
>Community Announcements
Marian College
Prince St (PO Box 215)
Myrtleford 3737
P: (03) 5752 1596
F: (03) 5752 2796
E: [email protected]
W: www.mcmyrtleford.catholic.edu.au
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Here at the end of week five, we are
reminded of the busyness of our lives on a
daily basis – our school is no exception…
immunizations, AFL footy, the Year Eleven
city camp, college production rehearsals,
basketball, soccer, bike rides, cooking, staff
meetings, SACs and work requirements, fete
preparations, cabaret set-up, Naplan testing
… and the cross country tomorrow to name
just a few!
The College closed for classes last Monday so
that the whole staff community could engage
in some professional development with
speaker Brendan Spillane in Wodonga for the
day.
Brendan Spillane is an acclaimed Australian
educator, speaker and coach. A former
teacher and Principal, he has also developed
and led substantial systemic change
initiatives focused on organisational renewal
and improvement in the Catholic education
system. These projects involved the design
and implementation of self-review, planning
and improvement frameworks for all. He led
us through a day designed to challenge, raise
questions, critique and analyse processes and
systems, practice crucial conversations and
more. He asked us to look carefully for the
‘joys’ in our lives and to build on these as the
foundations of happiness, satisfaction and
success. Staff professional development is an
important part of planning in a school –
feeding those who feed others, allowing time
for reflection on practice and work among
stimuli delivered by respected practitioners.
The staff enjoyed the day and will continue
to reap rewards from Brendan’s input as
they move to discuss further the College’s
vision for the future.
The Parents and Friends Association led by
Tiffany Iaria and Bec Wilson, did an
amazing job in coordinating an excellent
Fete for St. Mary’s and Marian last week.
Despite the rain or inclement weather,
many families came out to support the
food, bric-a-brac, book, plant, flower,
produce and gift stalls. They listened to
some great up and coming talent, had their
faces painted, rode ponies, lobbed a chock,
handballed a goal, had a henna tattoo and
more on the day. The Marian community
was out in force promoting the school,
participating in all arenas on the day and in
preparation before the event. I want to
publicly thank all staff and students for
their efforts. This event is a primary
fundraiser for our Parents and Friends –
thank you in advance for your efforts.
MARIAN COLLEGE
SCHOOL BLAZERS
UNIFORM UPDATE:
Ties have been ordered
and those who require
them will be contacted as
soon as they arrive.
We are all grateful for what
we have here at Marian.
Thank you for your continued
support of the whole College
Community.
Ms. Vicky McGowan
Last week we said thank you to all our
mothers – in quiet ways, in
demonstrative ways, with flowers, gifts,
hugs and laughs. We say a prayer for all
“mums” now in God’s care and take a
minute to think of and pray for those
who are missing their “mums”.
Blazers are due to be
delivered to Cartwright
Fashions
during
the
month of May. Parents
and students will be
notified
immediately
when they arrive; so that
they can be collected and
worn during these cold
autumn
days.
(Remember
that
an
appointment can be
made with Mr Kevin
Bourke or Ms Vicky
McGowan to talk about
finances if needed or
desired.)
We look forward to
seeing our students in
their new blazers!
I am flawed.
I am a good and gifted person.
I am called to offer my gifts.
Source: Pope Francis: why he leads the way he leads. Lowney, (2013)
Calendar, Rosters, Reminders
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2015 Calendar Dates
Canteen Roster
Tuesday, 12 to Thursday 14 May
NAPLAN
Monday, May 18th
D Piazza
Friday, May 15th
Marian Cross Country
Tuesday, May 19th
R Forrest
Monday, May 18th
ACER testing (Year 7 – 10)
Wednesday, May 20th
V Giollo
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Tuesday 19 May
VCE Ensemble 6.30-7.30pm
Tuesday, May 26th
SCHOOL PHOTO DAY
Wednesday, May 27th
Open Night
Thursday, May 21st
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May 27 – June 5th
Immersion Trip to NT
Monday, June 8th
Queen’s Birthday
Friday, May 22nd
G Byrnes
Monday, May 25th
P De Coppi
Tuesday, May 26th
C Weldon
Wednesday, May 27th
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June 9 – June 11
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J Saric
Years 9, 10, 11 Exams
Thursday, May 28th
Friday, June 12th
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End of Semester 1 – Marian and Myrtleford
P-12 Report Writing Day; Pupil Free Day
June 17 – June 20th
College Production – Dinkum Assorted
June 26th
Staff PD – Pupil Free Day
Tuesday, October 20th
Final Mass and Graduation Year 12
Tuesday, December 1st
Presentation Night
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Friday, May
B Thomas F Norris
If you are unable to do your turn please arrange a swap
or contact Karen at the Canteen on 5752 1808.
ABSENTEES
Reminder to parents that the
reporting of a student’s absence is a
Government requirement. Parents
need to telephone the College on
5752 1596 by 9.00 a.m. as a matter
of urgency if your child is absent
from school on a particular day.
When the student returns to school
he/she must have a written note
signed by a parent explaining the
absence. Thank you.
WELCOME AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
OF COUNTRY
We acknowledge the Minjambuta people,
the very first custodians of this land. The
history of this area goes back thousands of
years when the Minjambuta people moved
along the valleys and mountains and rivers
from the areas around Mt. Hotham down
to near where the Hume Freeway now
stands. We thank them for the land they
now share with us. We pledge ourselves to
work with all Aboriginal people as they look
for reconciliation and justice in the years to
come.
Outdoor Education
EventsCamp & Sport
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Crostoli Stall
Working Bee & Thank you
CALLING ANY YEAR 9
PARENTS (and their
children!)
FOR A WORKING BEE:
To help pave the Year 9
vegetable garden and pizza oven
area –
all prepared and ready to pave!
Nagle Education Alliance of Australia (NEAA) 2015 Conference: 26-28th April, Melbourne.
Presentation People: Shaping an Ongoing Story
Reflections, led by students from Avila College and St John’s Dandenong.
Stories of Presentation Sisters across the world - Ireland, PNG, Pakistan, Africa , United Nations and more.
People filled with hope, walking in Nano's footsteps.
Grazie to Parish members - Olinda
Zamperoni, Gina Cenedese,
Marilena Marotta, Bev Rossato.
Grazie to staff members – Angela,
Marty, Rebecca, Deb, Jane,
Therese, Gayle, Davina, Tony,
Kate, Pauline, Jen, Leonie, Lou,
Maria, Maria (St. Mary’s)
Grazie to Parents’ Association
member – Nella Muraca
Grazie to Board Member – Paul
McIlroy.
Grazie to students Jemma, Zara,
Lily and Molly.
Place: Behind the college library
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When: May 16 9am-12 noon
Morning tea provided
Any help will be much appreciated!
Please let Ian Pendlebury or Marty
Davey know if you can attend:
Keynote speakers: Julian Burnside AO QC: "Unenlightened Self-Interest"- a passionate speaker whose speech addressed
three areas- global warming, asylum seekers and marginalised people. Filled with wonderful stories, it challenged all to
consider the principle of reciprocity. I have his discussion paper- it may be of interest to you. Brigid Arthur CSB - spoke
about people living on the 'outside'. Jesus embraced the outsiders. As Brigid said in summing up: "doing something no
matter how small, is better than doing nothing" and “love makes a wave”. Andrew Hamilton SJ - posed questions about our
ministry, about where our light will be and about hope. He presented a speech from the point of view of Pope Francis and
what he might want to say to us. Faith is curious, interested in people and is about noticing the world. This was a simple but
powerful statement. Dr. Mary Coloe pbvm Associate Professor – “Living a Temple Spirituality” –her analytical
interpretation of information conveyed a message to us: the World needs people who are Temples
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Deeply contemplative
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Sources of nourishment and healing
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Living in the World as God’s House.
“As the temple and heart of God in the world we were called to take a long, loving look at reality.”
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Mary Franzmann pbvm – linked the spirituality of Nano Nagle to Heart Spirituality. In her quiet and gentle delivery, Mary
clearly stated that spirituality is about life, about being attentive and is transformational. We are all called to nourish this
Heart Spirituality.
Katherine Burke and Claire Quin, Judges, County Court Melbourne- these two sisters in an entertaining and humorous
manner talked about the value of a Presentation Education. How they were encouraged and inspired to pursue their calling.
There were many opportunities for reflective conversations from Presentation perspectives including, what is the essence of
Presentation Ministry? There was discussion on what is happening in Presentation schools throughout Australia and on what
is happening in our school.
An inspirational conference with plenty of time for thought and personal reflection.
Year
11 &News
12
School
SCHOOL PHOTOS 2015
La Fiera Festival; The Human Chess Game!
Personalised photo packs/forms were given to
students on Tuesday morning during LM time.
If you are yet to see the photo pack please
check with your child. Photo day is Tuesday,
May 26th and all students must be wearing full
and correct winter uniform including the
blazer. Hair is to be near and swept off face.
This human chess game is re-enacted every two years in Marostica, a small medieval town near Venice. This year, during the festival the
ancient tradition will come alive!
Where: The Piazza in Myrtleford
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When: May 24 (One show only)
Please complete your order form and return
with payment to school prior to photo day to
avoid the last minute stress. If paying with
cash please seal correct money in envelope.
To pre-order online, take your person Order
and ID numbers found on your order form and
go to www.schoolpix.com.au
Orders can be placed online up to 3 working
days after photography. You do not need to
return the order form is you order online.
Remember: All orders placed online will
receive a free 20cm x 25cm black and white
portrait print.
Family packs are available from the College
office if required.
Each student will be supplied with a student ID
card when the ordered photo packs arrive
from the photographer.
Family photos will be taken on the
Wednesday at St. Mary’s.
Who: students from Marian College, St Mary's and Myrtleford P12 have been invited to take on the roles of the chess pieces just like in
1454, where two rivals for the hand of the Lord of Marostica’s eldest daughter were dissuaded from fighting a duel by being invited to play
a game of chess. People were used as chess pieces, on a giant chess board in the town square to settle the conflict.
Rehearsals are well under way and we have had an overwhelming response from students.
Come, join in the fun and watch our students perform.
For our Middle School LOTE Italian students this is an integral part of the dimension: Intercultural knowledge and language
awareness, from the Languages Domain in AusVELS.
Students’ knowledge of the connections between language and culture, and how culture is embedded throughout the communication
system is developed. Progress through this dimension is demonstrated performance in the language being studied.
Notes for chess pieces
1. Costumes: The costume for pawns, knights & rooks consists of an open sleeved tunic and a headpiece in either white or black.
The costume for the kings, queens & bishops is a long open sleeved gown & collar plus a headpiece in either white or black.
Ideally, you should wear a long sleeve skivvy of the same colour as the tunic and dark trousers and black shoes.
2. Arrive at the church hall no later than 12
noon. Lunch will be served in the hall from
12.15pm. After lunch you can watch an
entertainer performing on the chess board
but be ready to change into your costume
from 1.30pm . DO NOT WANDER OFF
ELSEWHERE!!
3. You can expect to be called for your
entrance at around 2.20pm by the Marshal.
You need to line up as directed, march from
the hall in line, stand out of sight behind the
castle wall then proceed through the castle
archway onto the chess board when told to
by your flag bearer.
Outdoor Education
Camp & Sport
School News
Marian St. Mary’s
Country Fair
Marian College
Stall
Nathan, Ryan,
Wade, Sally
Kids’ Corner
Zali and Louise face
painting
Students browsing
at the fete
Macpherson Smith Rural
Foundation is a charitable
Institution dedicated to the
needs of rural and regional
Victorian communities.
This program offers scholarships
to Year 12 students from
rural/regional Victoria to enable
them to participate in tertiary
study after they complete their
VCE studies. The scholarships
provide financial support of
$15,000 per annum for three
years. Full details of the
application process and
selection criteria are available
from:
http://msrf.org.au/apply
Applications close on July 18th
2015.
Learning Mentor and Subject Interviews
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Thanks to all those parents who were able to make the interviews on the 29 of April. I also know that some teachers, mentors and parents who could not meet on this day have been able
to meet since that day to discuss their child’s learning.
We place a great value on these conversations as they play an important role in informing families of their children’s progress and areas in which they may improve. With our work in
Learning Mentor we are moving towards these conversations being more student lead and skilling our students to be able to better reflect on and talk about their learning.
I understand that some families have had difficulties in logging onto PAM. Please contact your Learning Mentor if this is the case and we will be able to assist. Some passwords have required
resetting and the Learning Mentor will be able to organize this for you.
Mr. Stuart Thompson
Year 11 & 12
YEAR 11 MELBOURNE CAMP
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CAPTAIN’S CORNER
Hello from the Captains and Year 12s!
It’s been a rough couple of weeks for us; there have been SACs in most subjects, but the big one was the English SAC. We managed to make it through alive
and are waiting for the (hopefully good) results.
However, it hasn’t been all doom-and-gloom. There have been some celebrations with a few of us turning 18, and also the school fair provided us with the
opportunity to help the school out. The Captains all manned the inaugural Promotions Tent, offering information and even tours of the schools. The Fair raised
a fantastic amount of money for St Mary’s and Marian. Congrats and a big thank you to everyone who helped out to make it possible: you are the heart of our
two schools. In other news, the Year 11s went to Melbourne on their camp accompanied by many teachers, most of whom have offices near our little slice of
heaven, Café M. Sadly, the Year 12s were not allowed in Café M when the teachers were away, so we found other places to call our own, and filled them with
everything Café M was famous for. Well done to us! Thankfully, now we are back in our home. That’s all from the Year 12s and Captains,
Until next time!
VCE EXAMS GAT EXAM
All Year 11 and 12 students completing 3/4 units will be
required to sit the GAT and end of year exams unless prior
arrangements have been made to complete subjects under a
non-scored basis. It is important to note that VCAL students
are not automatically exempt from the end of year external
VCE exams. Please request a meeting should you wish to
discuss this matter further.
Ms Rebecca McLaurin
Outdoor
Camp & FAIR
Sport
OPENEducation
DAY & COUNTRY
The Marian St. Mary’s Country Fair was an outstanding success despite the inclement
weather.
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11 & 12
Sport
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GIRLS’ FOOTBALL
SENIOR BOYS SOCCER
TEAM
Well done to our Senior Boys Soccer
team who placed third in the Upper
Hume Competition last Tuesday.
Results were as follows:
Marian College defeated Catholic
College Wodonga 2-1
Marian College defeated Victory
Lutheran College 3-1
Galen College defeated Marian College
3-0
Wodonga Senior SC defeated Marian
College 4-0
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Thirty six students travelled to Wangaratta on Wednesday, May 6 to play in
the Upper Hume Intermediate Boys and Junior Girls AFL Footy Competition.
Results – Girls: Marian d Cathedral 21 to 14 and lost to Wangaratta High 24
to 0. Results – Boys: Marian lost to Wangaratta High, Cathedral and Galen.
PARENT HELP NEEDED
Congratulations to all students who played with great pride and
spirit. A big thank you to Ryley Sharp who coached and umpired the
girls’ team and to Noah Bransden and Ryan Neilson who attended as
boundary umpires! A great day was had by all.
Marian College will be sending 5
teams to play in the Upper Hume
Netball Competition on Thursday,
May 21st. Three staff will be
attending to umpire however we
need two parent volunteers as
well. Please let me know if you
are able to assist on this day. If
we can’t provide an umpire for
each team we will have to
withdraw teams.
Ms. Davina Perkins
UPPER HUME ATHLETICS 2015 - RESULTS
It was a very successful day for our Upper Hume Athletics team on
Thursday. 28 Students travelled to Albury to compute in various events
and 14 came away with ribbons. Congratulations to Amie Antonello
who won age group champion and broke two long standing records in
the process. Results were as follows:
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Jordyn Parmesan
Elias Jackson
Jack Clancy
Tom Harrington
Sarah Primerano
Sarah Primerano
Marcus La Spina
Alyssa Allan
Annie Rowney
Hannah Masin
Hannah Masin
Tara Breen
Tara Breen
Tara Breen
Declan Bren
Ryley Forrest
Ryley Forrest
Ryan Neilson
Ryan Neilson
Amie Antonello
Amie Antonello
Amie Antonello
AGE GROUP
U15
U17
U16
U20
U13
U13
U14
U13
U15
U14
U14
U13
U13
U13
U13
U13
U13
U13
U13
U16
U16
U16
PLACE
2nd
1st
2nd
1st
3rd
3rd
2nd
3rd
3rd
2nd
3rd
1st
2nd
3rd
3rd
2nd
2nd
1st
1st
1st
1st
2nd
EVENT
High Jump
Javelin
Javelin
800m
100m
200m
Shot Put
Shot Put
200m
3000m
Discus
3000m
800m
Javelin
400m
Javelin
Shot Put
100m
200m
Shot Put (new record)
Discuss (new record)
Javelin
All first and second place getters qualify for the Hume Region Finals to
be held October.
Outdoor Education
Camp & Sport
School Production
DINKUM ASSORTED
ADULT: $10
STUDENT: $6
CONCESSION: $6
FAMILY: $32 *(2 ADULTS; 3 CHILDREN)
WATCH THIS SPACE … Tickets are now on sale
YearAnnouncements
11 & 12
Community
GIVE YOUR FAMILY AN
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
HOST AN EXCHANGE STUDENT
Students from Italy, Germany, Denmark,
Norway, Finland, Sweden, Spain, France,
Canada and the USA, are arriving in July for
a 3, 5 & 10 month exchange in Australia.
Become a volunteer host family and
benefit from the experience. Introduce
your family to different customs, values
and ideas, improve your language skills,
make lifelong international friends and
share Australian culture and lifestyle.
Students are aged between 15 and 18
years and are enrolled in a local
school. They arrive with their own
spending money and comprehensive
insurance cover.
Host families choose their exchange
student.
For more information and expression of
interest contact local co-ordinator Jan
James phone 5765 2395 or
www.scce.com.au
Australian students are welcome to apply
to become exchange students.
Myrtleford Pony Club
“Come and Try” & Pink Fundraising Day for Breast Cancer.
Sunday 24th May. Cost is $10 for PCAV day registration (insurance).
Riders, ponies and supporters can dress up in pink for a fun day of activities.
For more information email Karen [email protected]