今日吃瓜

Newman News Term 4 Week 4: From the Deputy Principal Secondary

Jo Dunn on 05/11/2021

The exam season is now in full swing with the commencement of Year 12 ATAR exams this week and Year 11 Semester Two exams next week.

The exam period can often be time a doubt and worry for both students, parents, and guardians. Below are a few practical tips for parents and guardians to help their children survive the exam season.

  1. Help them to keep perspective: Discourage conversations that focus on 鈥榃hat if I fail?鈥� or 鈥榃hat if my mark isn鈥檛 good enough?鈥� Try to help them focus on what is happening now and what they can achieve now. Mindfulness and Guided Meditations can be a great resource and there are plenty available on iTunes or YouTube.
  2. Try not to nag: This can be difficult, especially if it seems they are trying to avoid their study. Help your child build in breaks and social time into their study plan, that way they don鈥檛 feel as though you are monitoring their time.
  3. Keep them fed & encourage exercise: Ensure that your child has access to plenty of healthy foods or show your support by making them their favourite meal. Exercise can help to provide a fresh perspective and can revitalise a tired child. A walk with the dog, a swim or a run can make a big difference.
  4. Promote sleep: ensure that your child is getting enough sleep. Fatigue can have a detrimental effect on the brain processes, especially memory. Students will perform better bright and alert for their exams.
  5. Make yourself available to help: Whether it is quizzing them on Human Biology concepts, driving them to an exam or timing them while they complete a practice exam 鈥� it all helps!

I wish all our Year 11 and 12 ATAR students and their families all the best for the exam period!

Key Dates 鈥� Next fortnight

Click here聽to view the key dates for the next fortnight.

Year 7 鈥� 11 Assembly:聽

I met with all Year 7 鈥� 11 students during PCG on Thursday to address some concerns around damage to school property and litter on the school grounds. Unfortunately, students have recently damaged changerooms, bathrooms and furniture. I have also noticed an increase in litter around the College grounds after recess and lunch. It is disappointing behaviour and not reflective of the students at the College. Students have been asked to show respect for the College by ensuring that they pick up after themselves and I am pleased to say I have seen a big improvement already. I encourage families to reinforce this message to their children this weekend.

Extended PCG 鈥� Week 4聽

Year 8

On Wednesday during Extended PCG the Year 8 students participated in the 鈥�2021 Year 8 Squad Games.鈥� Each student competed individually, on behalf of their Guild, to be the last one standing.

The first game was a Guild Vs. Guild Rock, Paper, Scissors 鈥榯ug-of-war鈥� which saw four guilds eliminated at the end of this round. The next game saw the remaining students face-off in 1-on-1 balance games and once again, half of the Year 8s were eliminated. Eventually, two finalists emerged, Andre (CH08) and Jack B (CA08).These two boys had the hopes of their PCG riding on their shoulders as they competed for the major prize 鈥� a catered lunch of their choosing for their entire PCG! The final game was an abbreviated version of Minute to Win It 鈥楳ovin鈥� on up鈥� and the crowd (made up of the eliminated contestants) was buzzing in anticipation!

In the end, Jack鈥檚 quick hands guided him to a narrow victory over Andre! A huge thanks must go to the PCG teachers who were excellent in their roles of supporting their PCGs and acting as judges/officials/referees throughout the competition. Until next year鈥�

Year 11

Year 11s finished the term with a reflection on the bitter and sweet experiences that have made up 2021. They were encouraged to recognise the importance of finding time to be still in the busyness of life and consider what they will bring as leaders of the College in 2022.

This was also an opportunity for College Principal, Mr John Finneran to address the聽students聽to聽congratulate them on their growth and achievements聽throughout 2021.

Guild Representatives

Our 2022 Guild Representative Nomination Process is underway. Students who have nominated for Guild Representative participated in group interviews with members of the 2022 Year 12 Student Leadership Team. The standard of applicants this year is high and we look forward to announcing the successful candidates at the end of the term.

Year 7 2022 Transition Workshop

Last Tuesday the 2022 Year 7s joined us for an afternoon workshop. Our Year 10 Peer Mentors and Guild Coordinators assisted in the running of the afternoon, which included afternoon tea and 鈥楪etting to Know You鈥� activities. Our final workshop is on Tuesday 16 November. The focus will be 鈥楪etting to Know the School,鈥� where learn to use their lock and practice using a timetable to get around the College.

Production Camp

Next week the lead actors of the 2022 College Production,聽Charlie and the Chocolate Factory聽cast will participate in an overnight Production Camp at Peel Manor House. Our Years 3 鈥� 5 lead students will attend a day program. We are looking forward to seeing the progress made at the camp!

Year 10 EDGE Barista Course

Next Tuesday and Wednesday, students from the Year 10 EDGE program will attend Barista Course Training at Fremantle Baristas. This opportunity will enable our students to be trained as a barista to not only support their future employment but also enhance their pathway forward. These students will be able to practice and refine their skills in the Newman Caf茅 in 2022.

Year 11 Semester 2 Exams

The Year 11 Semester 2 Exam Timetable can be found here. Students are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the Examination Rules and Procedures before their first exam. All Year 11 Students will be required to attend the Year 7 鈥� 11 Awards Assembly on Thursday 25 November.

 

Careers and Pathways Update

Contact details:

Justin Farley
Pathways聽 Coordinator聽
pathways@newman.wa.edu.au
Tel. 9204 9457

Alastair MacNeill
VET Coordinator
vet@newman.wa.edu.au
Tel. 9204 9415

Year 10

Subject Selection for Year 11, 2022

The College is currently constructing the timetable for Year 11, 2022, based on student subject selections. Later in Term 3, Year 10 students will be advised of their subjects for Year 11.

Summer job opportunities

Students interested in job opportunities over the summer holidays might like to check the employment listings at:

Year 11

C grade credits for work experience

Students who have completed more than 55 hours of work experience this year can receive credit for this in the form of additional C grades towards their WACE (secondary graduation). Please check with Mr Farley if you would like to do this.

Are you looking for an apprenticeship or traineeship?

If you are looking to begin your career as an apprentice or trainee, the 2022 Apprentice Intake Guide has been released. This guide has hundreds of job opportunities from businesses looking for apprentices/trainees in many different industries.

You can find the guide .

Plumbing apprenticeship

A former Newman student (who now runs a plumbing and gas business) would like to take on a Newman student as an apprentice. Please see Mr Farley if interested in this opportunity.

Air-conditioning apprenticeship

We have a Newman family who own a large commercial air-conditioning installation business, and they would like to employ a Newman student as an apprentice. Please see Mr Farley if interested in this opportunity.

There is also another Scarborough-based air-conditioning business looking for a possible apprentice. Please see Mr Farley if interested.

Christmas casual work

Westcoast Hi-Fi Osborne Park is looking for a student to work as a casual over the Christmas period with the possibility of an on-going position for the right candidate.

Please contact Victor on 9443 5553 or email him at osbornepark@westcoast-hifi.com.au if interested.

Summer job opportunities

Students interested in job opportunities over the summer holidays might like to check the employment listings at:

Year 12

University applications open (TISC)

As of 19 April, Year 12s can apply for a place at University in 2022. In Term 3, all Year 12s will be provided with detailed information on how to apply via TISC.

There is no rush to apply and students will not miss out on a place at University. It is better to take your time and think carefully about the right course for you.

Closing dates are聽30 September聽(for Medicine/Dentistry) and聽21 December聽(all other courses).

TAFE applications open for 2022

If you would like to study at TAFE next year, please note the following dates for applications:

路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Applications open on Monday 6 September

路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Applications close on Friday 3 December

To apply, visit https://www.fulltimecourses.tafe.wa.edu.au/, select your desired course, and follow the links to apply.

 

ATAR Examination Timetables

The timetable for the 2021 ATAR examinations has been published, and can be accessed at:

Year 12 students and families are reminded that all students enrolled in ATAR courses must attend, and make a genuine attempt at, the ATAR examinations. Failure to do so will result in that subject not counting towards your ATAR and/or WACE (graduation).

 

Plumbing apprenticeship

A former Newman student (who now runs a plumbing and gas business) would like to take on a Newman student as an apprentice. Please see Mr Farley if interested in this opportunity.

 

Are you looking for an apprenticeship or traineeship?

If you are looking to begin your career as an apprentice or trainee, the 2022 Apprentice Intake Guide has been released. This guide has hundreds of job opportunities from businesses looking for apprentices/trainees in many different industries.

You can find the guide

Air-conditioning apprenticeship

We have a Newman family who own a large commercial air-conditioning installation business, and they would like to employ a Newman student as an apprentice. Please see Mr Farley if interested in this opportunity.

 

C grade credits for work experience

Students who have completed more than 55 hours of work experience this year can receive credit for this in the form of additional C grades towards their WACE (secondary graduation). Please check with Mr Farley if you would like to do this.

 

Post-school casual work

The College鈥檚 book supplier (West Books) is looking for casual workers for their warehouse. Work is available throughout the Term 4 / summer holiday period for immediate start. If interested, please contact Julie: Julie@westbooks.com.au

 

Information for school leavers and parents

Families and students may find these recent publications useful:

路聽聽聽聽聽聽 鈥淵our Career: What鈥檚 next for you?鈥�

路聽聽聽聽聽聽 鈥淲hat鈥檚 next for your child?鈥�

路聽聽聽聽聽聽 Year 12 Information Handbooks

o聽聽 Part I (General Information):

o聽聽 Part 2 (Examinations):

 

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS

Engineering and Technology Evening
8 November

ECU Joondalup

Business and Law Evening

22 November
ECU Joondalup

Creative Futures Evening
8 December
SAE Perth

UWA Application Help Day
19 December
UWA

Newman News Term 4 Week 4: From the Vice Principal

Jo Dunn on 05/11/2021

Key Dates 鈥� next fortnight

Click here to view the key dates for the next fortnight.

Learning Support Audit聽

Associate Professor Dianne Chambers, a well-respected author, presenter, and lecturer from the University of Notre Dame, conducted an audit this year of our Learning and Education Support structures, processes and policies. We now have her report, and we look forward to planning the enaction of the recommendations as a priority in the near future. The executive summary can be found below. If you are interested in hearing more about the report findings, please contact me directly via 濒耻肠颈别.尘肠肠濒辞谤测蔼苍别飞尘补苍.飞补.别诲耻.补耻听

Executive Summary聽

The review of learning and education support at 今日吃瓜 was undertaken as part of a regular review of processes and provisions offered at the school to support students with additional needs and disabilities. The remit for the researcher was to gather data by way of interviews with key stakeholders (leadership, teachers), examination of documents (policy, job descriptions and planning formats) and through focus group interviews (parents and students). These data were collected over the period of one month and provided an overview of the learning and education support services offered at 今日吃瓜 and the perception of these services by key stakeholders.

The results from analysing the data are presented in aggregated form to ensure any one individual was not identified, although most who provided information were not concerned about their voices being heard (and welcomed this approach). The results indicated that there were many staff at the college who were exemplary聽in regards to聽their support of students with additional needs and disabilities, and that these staff should be highly valued by the college and their knowledge shared with all staff.

There were a number of areas identified that could be strengthened including: teacher expectations; planning; behavioural approach; role clarification; funding; communication; and training. Each of these areas are discussed in relation to measures that can be taken to improve processes at the college. There are four main recommendations that the researcher suggests are most critical for the college to consider. These are:

  • Clarification of roles in the diversity team and employment of additional learning support personnel.
  • Examination of behavioural expectations and consequences, including development of strategies to address anxiety across the college.
  • Provide additional training for teachers in providing reasonable adjustments in the classroom.
  • Communicate any changes/directions in the college clearly to parents.

It is hoped that these recommendations will assist the college in strengthening its use of evidence-based practices to support students with disabilities across all campuses and to ensure consistency in approaches taken.

2022 Term Dates聽聽

Term 1聽

  • Staff聽commence: Tuesday 25 January
  • Students聽commence: K-6, 7 &聽12,聽and New Students聽–聽Monday 31 January
  • Students聽commence: Years 8 鈥� 11聽students-聽Tuesday 01 February
  • Pupil Free Day 鈥� Labour Day聽(Public Holiday)聽–聽Monday 7 March
  • Term聽concludes for staff and students: Friday 8 April

Term 2

  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� Anzac Day: Monday 25 April
  • Students聽commence: PK-12聽students聽– Tuesday 26 April
  • Pupil Free Day 鈥� WA Day (Public Holiday)聽鈥� Monday 6 June
  • Term聽concludes聽for staff and students: Friday 1 July

Term 3聽

  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� Staff Faith Formation Day: Monday 18 July
  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� K-12 Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews: Tuesday 19 July
  • Students聽commence: PK-12聽students聽鈥� Wednesday 20 July
  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� Staff Professional Learning: Friday 12 August
  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� CEWA Faith Day: Monday 15 August
  • Term concludes for Y12 students: Thursday 22 September
  • Term concludes for staff and students PK-11: Friday 23 September

Term 4聽

  • Pupil Free Day聽鈥� Staff聽Professional Learning: Monday 10 October
  • Students commence: PK-12聽students聽鈥� Tuesday 11 October
  • Term concludes for Y11 students: Thursday 24 November
  • Term concludes for聽Y10 students:聽Friday 02 December
  • Term concludes for聽PK-9聽students: Thursday 8 December
  • Staff Professional Learning: Friday 9 December
  • Staff Professional Learning: Monday聽12 December

 

Booklists and BYODD (Bring Your Own Dedicated Device) Info聽

The College has partnered with Winthrop Australia to provide a comprehensive educational bundle for designated devices for our students:
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Years 7 鈥� 12:

Any queries can be directed to Mr Tom Brajdic, Leader of ICT鈥� 迟辞尘.产谤补箩诲颈肠蔼苍别飞尘补苍.飞补.别诲耻.补耻听

OfficeMax will provide resources for the learning and teaching program across the College in 2022. Details of booklists will be shared with families in the weeks ahead. Secondary student booklists will include the pre-purchased levy that covers all eBooks and eLearning subscriptions.

Bathers and Rash Vests聽–聽Compulsory聽聽

We are introducing new College bathers and rash vests next year, which will be available in January. Bathers and rash vests are currently compulsory for all students in Years 3 to 6. From 2022 College bathers and rash vests will be compulsory for all students in Years 3 to 9. Students may wear the older version of the College bathers and rash vests during 2022, as a transition year. From 2023 all Year 3 to 10 students will need the new College bathers and rash vest.

The rationale behind this decision sits with sun safety and consistent,聽moderate,聽and protective bather choice for both boys and girls.聽Australia has one of the highest rates of聽聽in the world. Each year almost 2000 Australians die from this almost entirely preventable disease. Our students find it difficult to apply fresh sunscreen on all parts of the body prior to聽the聽swimming lessons in聽HPE during聽Terms 1 and 4.聽The rash vest will provide additional protection during the swimming lessons.

今日吃瓜 Norms聽

At 今日吃瓜 we understand what effective learning environments and relationships look like, in our context. We continue to speak to our community about our norms, created by our PK to Year 12 teachers and upper school student leaders. We want all our members to feel safe to learn and grow, and to clearly understand what is expected, and what they can expect of others. Together, within a supportive community, students can feel safe to explore their potential and let their light shine.

Download the Newman Norms Child friendly version
Download the Newman Norms Secondary version

Diversity Education Unit聽

Students have been busy creating a beautiful range of Christmas items for purchase – Christmas cards, gift tags, gift bags, wooden chopping boards, to name a few.聽 These items can be purchased from our Administration offices on all campuses.

Code of Conduct聽

The Keeping Safe Child Protection curriculum is a program that spans from 3 years up to Year 12.聽 Our College delivers this curriculum during classroom teaching, and through the Wellbeing Programs and Health curriculum.

As a Catholic community we are committed to educating the whole person.聽In order to聽do this, we need to ensure a safe, supportive and engaging environment. The basis for this environment is that all in the community model what healthy, respectful relationships look like. The Code of Conduct is the definitive guide to the behaviours we want to model to, and expect from, our children and young people. We want to create a culture that assists our children and young people on their learning journey. We can only achieve such a culture in partnership with all who participate in our community.聽The Keeping Safe Child Protection curriculum is a program that spans from 3 years up to Year 12.聽 Our College delivers this curriculum during classroom teaching, and through the Wellbeing Programs and Health curriculum.

A reminder to all families that the Code of Conduct can be accessed via the College聽website. The Code is mandated by Catholic Education Western Australia and the application of the code extends to all staff, students, parents, guardians, caregivers and volunteers.

Any perceived breaches of the Code can be discussed with a member of the Senior Leadership Team. As always, if students ever need support, they are encouraged to contact their Leader of Wellbeing, a College psychologist, Counsellor or classroom teacher.

The Code seeks to value the dignity of every person, foster positive relationships, ensure聽confidentiality and accountability and supports professional boundaries. Events held during school hours, and聽those聽College associated聽events outside of school hours are also supported by the Code of Conduct. Additionally, postings on social media platforms that identify the College or College events are bound by the Code of Conduct.聽We thank you in advance for your understanding and look forward to a positive partnership that supports our students, your children.

Newman News Term 4 Week 2: From the Deputy Principal Secondary

Jo Dunn on 22/10/2021

Welcome back to Term 4. I hope that our students and families enjoyed a wonderful break. Term 4 is shaping up to be a great term, filled with many opportunities for our students.

Key Dates 鈥� Next fortnight

Click here聽to view the key dates for the next fortnight.

The Class of 2021聽

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 on their Graduation! This significant milestone was celebrated at Optus Stadium on Wednesday 20 October. It was a fantastic evening commencing with Graduation Mass, followed by dinner, the presentation of the Class of 2021 and Major Awards. We wish our Year 12s all the best for their future beyond 今日吃瓜, we know that your time spent at Newman has prepared them well for what may lie ahead.

Our Year 12 ATAR students have now completed their Semester Two Exams and have received feedback from their teachers. We wish them the best of luck as they prepare for their upcoming WACE exams.

Year 10 Adventure Camp聽

Week 1 saw our Year 10 cohort depart for a week down south in beautiful Karridale to take part in our annual Year 10 Adventure Camp. Run by the Outdoor Education Group, this camp provides our young people with an opportunity to not only challenge but extend themselves in a safe and supportive environment. With the key aims of developing relationships, leadership skills, resilience and independence, this camp certainly provided the Year 10s with experiences that supported their self-development and transition to becoming young adults within our Newman community.

Our Year 10s faced a number of challenges 鈥� be that physical, emotional or mental 鈥� but their strong sense of self belief, support of their peers and their desire to achieve more than they think, was resoundingly evident in all they undertook. Activities included: rock climbing, caving, high ropes, canoeing, abseiling and plenty of 鈥榖ush bashing鈥� hiking 鈥� and whilst these activities were tough, the sense of accomplishment and achievement was outstanding and a privilege to witness. The feedback from students relating to the development of their peer relationships has been very positive. They have all expressed that they have strengthened existing friendships and provided them with the opportunity to get to know others in their group that they may not have known as well before departing camp. The vibe around the camp site was buzzing and they were excited to progress to Year 11 with such strong and positive bonds with each other.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Year 10s for the way in which they conducted themselves across this week. The level of maturity, respect and kindness that was displayed reflects that these young men and women are developing into well rounded young adults and members of our community. Each student reflected and embodied our Marist values in all they undertook, and it was an absolute pleasure working with our young people on this camp. I was impressed with the way in which this cohort of students presented themselves, and that positive attitude they displayed all week – I am very proud of the way in which they represented themselves and the College.

Thank you is also extended to the 今日吃瓜 staff that assisted and accompanied our Year 10’s on this camp. Our staff played many roles on camp and enabled our students to achieve their goals and push themselves outside of their comfort zones. Thank you for your support and being away from your families to ensure that the 10s had such a memorable experience.

今日吃瓜 Staff:

  • Paige Adams
  • Jorja Clarke
  • Cath Bagg
  • Cliff Reaves
  • Torren Diletti
  • Andrew Shuckstes
  • Matthew Connell
  • Alex Gerreyn
  • Regan Dyer
  • Bonnie Keynes
  • Chris James
  • Cameron Tremayne
  • Kathy Fryer
  • Gabby Biasin
  • 聽Alison Fitt
  • Michael Van Der Heever

2022 Guild Representatives聽

Guild Representative nominations for 2022 have begun for students from Years 7 鈥� 11. Students seeking leadership opportunities in their Guild are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will work closely with the Year 12 Leadership Team, PCG teachers and Guild Coordinators in 2022.

Students can nominate via an online form which has been sent out through direct messages this week. On the form students are prompted to ensure that they have discussed their nomination with parents or guardians. Following nominations, staff will endorse students and there will be a vote in PCG. Students will also undertake an interview as a part of the process.

This is an opportunity for students to build on their leadership skills and represent their cohort in school wide initiatives. Please discuss this opportunity with your child and encourage them to apply.

Student Time Management聽聽

This week, students were informed that their teachers will be closely monitoring students arriving late to class this term. The aim of this is to support student聽organisation聽and punctuality. The beginning of each lesson is where important information is provided and helps to set students up for a successful lesson and to get the most out of their learning. Leaders of Wellbeing will regularly monitor students arriving late to class and will contact students and families if there are concerns.

Transperth School Bus Services聽

Transperth聽have notified the College that there are聽a number of聽students using the School Bus Services with insufficient funds on their聽SmartRiders. If your child聽utilises聽the聽Transperth聽School Bus聽Servcies, please ensure that they have sufficient funds for their journey.

 

Key Dates and Events

Jo Dunn on 22/10/2021

Please note, details of these key events and dates are correct at time of publishing this newsletter. 鈥�
The College calendar can be accessed by using the following link. 鈥�&苍产蝉辫;

The uniform shop opening hours during the holiday break are: 

Floreat Wembley Parish Information 
Christmas Youth Choir聽
Christmas Mass Times 
NEW STUDENTS 
Tue 30 Jan Primary Students Orientation  Kindy to Year 2 1.00pm 鈥� 1.45pm Marian Campus 46 Peebles Road Floreat  Year 3 to Year 6 1.45pm 鈥� 2.30pm Lavalla Campus 216 Empire Avenue (entry 7) Churchlands 
Wed 31 Jan Year 7  8.45am 鈥� 3.15pm Gather in Founders Court Marcellin Campus 
Wed 31 Jan Years 8-12 Commence 8.45am 鈥� 10.45am Gather in the Champagnat Chapel Marcellin Campus 
ALL OTHER STUDENTS 
Thu 1 Feb Term 1 2024 commences for all other students PK-12 Campus specific 
KEY DATES AND EVENTS 
Wed 7 Feb PK-Y12 Family Mass 5.30pm, Marcellin Oval 
Tue 13 Feb Shrove Tuesday  
Tue 13 Feb 2023 High Achievers Assembly 10.20am, Marcellin Gymnasium 
Wed 14 Feb Ash Wednesday  Marian Campus 9.00am, Liturgy & Project Compassion Launch St Cecilia鈥檚 Church, Floreat  Lavalla Campus 9.00am, Liturgy & Project Compassion Launch Champagnat Chapel, Marcellin Campus  Marcellin Campus 
10.20am Liturgy & Project Compassion Launch Marcellin Gymnasium, Marcellin Campus  
Thu 15 Feb Y3-Y6 Swimming Trials Chris Elhers Swimming Pool Marcellin Campus  
Thu 15 Feb Y7-Y12 Guild Swimming Carnival HBF Stadium Stephenson Avene MT CLAREMONT 
Thu 15 Feb K-6 Information Evening Marian Campus and Lavalla Campus 

Newman News Term 4 Week 2: From the Vice Principal

Jo Dunn on 22/10/2021

Welcome back to Term 4. I hope students and families enjoyed the well-earned down time during the holidays and that the examinations were not too onerous for our Year 12 ATAR students. We have a busy term ahead to bring the year to a spectacular close. There is much to celebrate.

Key Dates 鈥� next fortnight

Click here to view the key dates for the next fortnight.

Newman Parents 鈥� Monday 1 November 7.00pm

An invitation is extended to all parents and guardians to attend the next Newman Parents Consultative Committee Meeting (NPCC).

The NPCC meetings, convened by the聽Principal, and attended by various members of the College Leadership Team,聽is聽a representative group, voice and forum to gain insight into our school improvement plan and to discuss school concerns. The NPCC serves to help advance the best interests of those within our College Community. Whilst policy is determined and set by the College Executive and supported by the Advisory Council, the NPCC is a critically important group in providing input and feedback.

Dance Showcase (Temporum) 鈥� Sunday 24 October

Temporum鈥� translates to moments and seasons in time. The show features items from a variety of moments throughout time.

Performers include those students studying dance from Years 9-12, and our Intermediate and Senior Dance Troupe students.

Tickets can still be purchased by

Arts Festival

Our student artwork from Primary and Secondary will be displayed in the Auditorium.

The opening of the exhibition will take place on Wednesday 27 October @ 5.00pm in the Marist Auditorium.

The exhibition can be viewed by our community from Wednesday 27 October until Friday 29 October.

Universal Design for Learning聽

This week our PK 鈥� 12 staff came together to learn more about the principles of Universal Design for Learning.聽聽Associate Professor Dianne Chambers led us through the professional learning. Dianne is an expert in this space, she is an author and a lecturer at Notre Dame and works with international organisations, such as UNESCO, to inform best practice teaching and learning for catering to diverse needs. Dianne has recently conducted an audit of our Learning Support and Education Support structure and provisions. One of the recommendations of her report was that the College look at adopting UDL as an approach to teaching and learning. UDL caters well to those with learning difficulties, and what is helpful for children with learning difficulties, is helpful for all students. We will be releasing a summary of Dianne鈥檚 report in a subsequent newsletter.

 

Code of Conduct聽

The Keeping Safe Child Protection curriculum is a program that spans from 3 years up to Year 12.聽 Our College delivers this curriculum during classroom teaching, and through the Wellbeing Programs and Health curriculum.

As a Catholic community we are committed to educating the whole person.聽In order to聽do this, we need to ensure a safe, supportive and engaging environment. The basis for this environment is that all in the community model what healthy, respectful relationships look like. The Code of Conduct is the definitive guide to the behaviours we want to model to, and expect from, our children and young people. We want to create a culture that assists our children and young people on their learning journey. We can only achieve such a culture in partnership with all who participate in our community.聽The Keeping Safe Child Protection curriculum is a program that spans from 3 years up to Year 12.聽 Our College delivers this curriculum during classroom teaching, and through the Wellbeing Programs and Health curriculum.

A reminder to all families that the Code of Conduct can be accessed via the College聽website. The Code is mandated by Catholic Education Western Australia and the application of the code extends to all staff, students, parents, guardians, caregivers and volunteers.

Any perceived breaches of the Code can be discussed with a member of the Senior Leadership Team. As always, if students ever need support, they are encouraged to contact their Leader of Wellbeing, a College psychologist, Counsellor or classroom teacher.

The Code seeks to value the dignity of every person, foster positive relationships, ensure聽confidentiality and accountability and supports professional boundaries. Events held during school hours, and聽those聽College associated聽events outside of school hours are also supported by the Code of Conduct. Additionally, postings on social media platforms that identify the College or College events are bound by the Code of Conduct.聽We thank you in advance for your understanding and look forward to a positive partnership that supports our students, your children.