今日吃瓜

Secondary Update – Term 2 Week 6

College Photo Days

Fotoworks will be attending 今日吃瓜 in Weeks 8 and 9 for student photos. An outline of each day can be found below. Students will have their individual photos taken, along with their PCG photo. Specialised Arts and Sporting groups, as well as Student Leaders, will also have their photos taken. Leaders of Wellbeing will provide students with a detailed schedule on Teams and students will be released from class to have their photos taken.

Students are required to wear their Winter Academic Uniform with their Blazer for all photos. Students wearing the College skirt must also wear the opaque grey tights. Students are reminded to observe our College鈥檚 . Any student who does not meet these guidelines will not be permitted to have their photo taken on the scheduled day. If any students have concerns about their appearance or uniform not meeting our College Guidelines, they are encouraged to speak to their Leader of Wellbeing. Photo Forms will be distributed in Pastoral Care Groups on Monday 9 June. All students are required to bring their forms to their photo even if families do not intend on purchasing photos.

Monday 16 June
Year 7 鈥 9 Photos
Monday 23 June
Year 10 鈥 12 Photos
Tuesday 24 June
Arts, Music & Sports Photos
BR07 & CA07
CH07 & CT07
BR10 & CA10
CH10 & CT10
ACC Swim Team (120)
ACC Cross Country Team (84)  
MA07 & MC07
RO07 & TM07
Year 7 Guild Representatives
MA10 & MC10
RO10 & TM10
Year 10 Guild Representatives
First 18 Football Team (40) Marist Boys Basketball (10) Marist Girls Basketball (9)
Marist Netball Team (12)
BR09 & CA09
CH09 & CT09
BR11 & CA11
CH11 & CT11
ACC Boys Hockey Team (17) 1st XI Cricket Team 鈥 Graham Woods Shield (15)
Year 7 Rock Band (6)
Year 8 Rock Band (7)
MA09 & MC09
RO09 & TM09
Year 9 Guild Representatives
MA11 & MC11
RO11 & TM11
Year 11 Guild Representatives
Newman Surfing
Year 9 Eagles School Boys Cup Football Team
BR08 & CA08
CH08 & CT08
Class of 2025 (187)
13 Years at Newman (51)
ACC Inclusive Sports Program (20)
String Quartet (4)
Cello Ensemble (7)
Ruah Vocal Ensemble (9) Clarinet Ensemble (10) Percussion Ensemble (3)
MA08 & MC08
RO08 & TM08
Year 8 Guild Representatives
BR12 & CA12
CH12 & CT12
 
Dance Troupe 鈥 Evolve (32) Concert Winds (24)
SIP Band (36)
MA12 & MC12
RO12 & TM12
 
Community Mass Singers (26) Library Monitors (24)
ACC Hockey Girls (17)
Year 12 College Leaders (28) Portfolio & Guild Captains Special Ministers of the Eucharist (8) 
 Game Changers (89)
Symphonic Winds (22)
Dance Troupe 鈥 Legacy (36) Dance Troupe 鈥 Celestial (38)
 

ACC Cross Country

On Thursday, our students proudly represented the College at the ACC Cross Country Carnival, held at Alderbury Reserve. This annual event is the largest on the ACC calendar, bringing together more than 3,500 students from over 70 schools across the state.

Competing in five age groups, students in Years 7 and 8 tackled a 3km course while those in Year 9 to 12 faced the challenge of 4km. Our students showed great determination, sportsmanship, and resilience in a highly competitive field, with several outstanding individual performances:

  • Under 19 Girls: Olivia Hildebrandt placed 3rd, and Ava Stanley finished 11th
  • Under 19 Boys: Harrison Warrick took 20th place
  • Under 16 Boys: Bastian Dominguez Rubina achieved 6th place
  • Under 15 Boys: Cooper Warrick placed 16th
  • Under 14 Boys: Taj Webster secured 15th place
  • Under 13 Boys: Jackson Piccoli came 15th and Julian Cameron 19th

We extend our congratulations to all competitors for their efforts and commitment. A special thank you to our dedicated Health and Physical Education staff and specialist coach Lenny Hughes, whose support and preparation were instrumental in our students鈥 success.

Before and After School Supervision

Please be reminded that the College provides limited supervision for students approximately 20 minutes before and after school. Students who attend school outside established supervision times may not be supervised and may not receive the care that is normal during the school day. More information about the General Supervision Policy and Procedures can be found .

As we move into winter, I would like to take this opportunity to remind students and families that the St John Henry Newman Learning Hub is open to students from 8am for study purposes. No student access is permitted prior to 8am. Students are not permitted on the second and third level of the Learning Hub before school. The Learning Hub Norms are pictured below and we appreciate your support in maintaining a safe learning environment.

Year 10 Exams

Year 10 Examinations are scheduled to take place in Week 7 and 8. Information relating to the examinations was sent to parents last week. A general examination timetable can be viewed and students have received personalised exam timetables in PCG. A copy of the parent information can be found

Athletics – Pre-Carnival Event Information

In the lead up to the Athletics Carnival, which will be held in Term 3 Week 3, the javelin, discus and 1500m events will be held during Week 8 and 9 this term. Please see the schedule below.

Students wishing to participate in these events need to nominate with their PCG teacher or Guild Coordinator. Please note, only 3 students per Guild per year group can compete in each event.

DateThrows 鈥 Hockey Ovals1500m 鈥 AFL Oval
Week 8  
Monday 16 JuneYear 12 DiscusYear 11
Year 12 Javelin 
Tuesday 17 JuneYear 11 DiscusYear 12
 Year 11 Javelin 
Thursday 19 JuneYear 9 DiscusYear 7
 Year 9 Javelin 
Week 9  
Monday 23 JuneYear 7 DiscusYear 8
 Year 7 Javelin 
Wednesday 25 JuneYear 10 DiscusYear 9
 Year 10 Javelin 
Thursday 26 JuneYear 8 DiscusYear 10
 Year 8 Javelin 
Friday 27 JuneCatch Up DiscusCatch up 1500m
 Catch Up Javelin 
  • Students must nominate through their PCG Teacher/Guild Co.
  • Please note that performance in Physical Education classes is being taken into consideration.
  • Only three students per Guild can compete in each event.
  • Competing students will have permission to be in Guild uniform for the day. There is an expectation that competitors will arrive on time, ready for their event at the start of lunch.
  • Ovals and hard courts will be OUT OF BOUNDS on the pre-carnival days.
  • Students are encouraged and welcome to watch from a safe distance. Staff will be supervising this.
  • Catch-up days are there for students who were unable to attend their year group event for a valid reason. Please register with your PCG Teacher/Guild Co.
  • Results will be shared in the lead up to the Guild Athletics Carnival.

Mrs Carla Pastorelli

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL SECONDARY

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject handbook open 

Current Year 10 students and families can now access information about Year 11 subjects for 2026, using this link:  

A reminder about the major subject selection event coming up in Term 2. It is expected that all students attend this event, accompanied by at least one parent or guardian. 

  • Tuesday 24 June 
  • Marist Auditorium, 今日吃瓜 
  • 5pm to 6pm: Careers and Year 11 Subjects Expo. 
  • 6pm to 6.45pm: Year 10 Family Information Evening. 

The Year 10 students have been listening to presentations about each Learning Area and their Year 11 offerings for 2026. A link to the presentations is available below: 

 
 

Year 10 subject selection research 

To assist in their subject selection, Year 10 students are currently undertaking a guided research process during EGT time. This process will answer most questions and provide a structure for subject selection. Please see below for a link to the Research Booklet: 

 

Apprenticeship Opportunities 2025 

The March 2025 edition of the Apprenticeship Intake Guide has been published recently. This has details of dozens of apprenticeship opportunities with many major employers. You can access it here:  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

For students considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 

A reminder to students on the General Pathway who are considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 next year. It is expected that students from the General Pathway would have participated in extra-curricular activities such as work experience, VET Certificates, Leadership, Service, and/or College sport. General Pathway students who have not participated in any of these extra-curricular activities may not be eligible for UniReady / UniPath. 

For students thinking of attending University 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Here is a parents guide to University:  
  • And here is the 鈥淔irst in Family鈥 resource, for students who might be the first in their family to attend University:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:   

Apprenticeship Opportunities 2025 

The March 2025 edition of the Apprenticeship Intake Guide has been published recently. This has details of dozens of apprenticeship opportunities with many major employers. You can access it here:  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

University Early Offer Information 

Please see below for the latest available Early Offer information. 

Early Offers are now open, and all Year 12 students have been provided with information about how to access the TISC system and enter preferences. 

Curtin University Early Offers are available for ATAR and non-ATAR students. Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. Submit your application via TISC, putting your Curtin Early Offer course as your first preference. Full information and list of eligible courses at:    
Edith Cowan University Full information and list of eligible courses at:   Open to ATAR, Certificate IV, and UniReady students. Submit your Early Offer application by placing an eligible ECU course as your first TISC preference. First offers released to students on 2 September 2025.  
Murdoch University Must achieve WACE and meet any prerequisites. Early Offers for Certificate IV and UniReady/UniPath students will be conditional on passing. Submit your application via TISC, putting your desired Murdoch Early Offer course as your first preference.  
Notre Dame University Full information and list of eligible courses at:   Opens 1 May 2025. First offers released to students on 1 September 2025. Apply via the Notre Dame online portal or via TISC. Open to ATAR Pathway students only. All offers are conditional offers.  
University of WA Submit your application via TISC, putting your desired UWA Early Offer course as your first preference. Open to ATAR Pathway students only. Students can apply for an Early Offer for all degrees excluding Assured Pathways to Medicine, Dental Medicine, Podiatric Medicine or the 
Bachelor of Biomedicine (specialised). Students must satisfy UWA鈥檚 English requirements and any subject prerequisite requirements. Further information at:    

University information 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you the first person in your family to attend University? This might assist:  
  • Here are some useful tools to prepare students for the transition to University:   
  • Here is a parent’s guide to University:  

University scholarships 

Curtin University   
Edith Cowan University (ECU)   
Murdoch University   
Notre Dame University   
University of Western Australia (UWA)   
Christian Leaders Scholarship   

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2026 might find the following interesting: 

  • Defence Force Gap Year:  
  • Other gap year ideas:  
  • And:  
  • Also, this Marist volunteering opportunity:  

Apprenticeship Opportunities 2025 

The March 2025 edition of the Apprenticeship Intake Guide has been published recently. This has details of dozens of apprenticeship opportunities with many major employers. You can access it here:  

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
Psychology Information Evening (ECU) 10 June  
Defence Force Trades Information Session 12 June  
Year 9-12 Information Evening (Curtin) 18 June  
Architecture and Design Information Evening (UWA) 18 June  
Defence Force: Special Forces Information Session 19 June  
Army Reserve Information Session 24 June  
今日吃瓜 Careers Expo and Year 10 Parent Evening 24 June Marist Auditorium 3.30pm to 4.30pm: Yr 11/12 Careers Expo 5.00pm to 6.00pm: Yr 10 Careers & Subject Expo 6.00pm to 6.45pm: Yr 10 Family Info Session 
Early Offers and Entry Pathways Information Session (UWA) 25 June  
Air Force Information Session 1 July  
Defence Force Careers Session 10 July  
Defence Force 鈥 School Leavers Information 15 July  
Army Reserve Information Session 22 July  
Defence Careers Information Session 29 July  
WAAPA Information Evening (ECU) 29 July  
Year 12 application support session (Murdoch) 29 July  
Open Day (Sound and Engineering College) 16 August  
Nursing Information Evening (Murdoch) 27 August  
Health and Education Information Evening (Murdoch) 2 September  
Science, IT, Engineering Information Evening (Murdoch) 3 September  
Business and Law Information Evening (Murdoch) 4 September   
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 5 September  
Entry pathways to Medicine (Notre Dame) 30 September  
   

If you are thinking of attending a University Open Day, this blog might help you get the most out of it:   

Secondary Update – Term 2 Week 4

Year 7 NAS Carnival  

On Monday 12 May, all Year 7 students competed in the Winter NAS Carnival and ACC Lightning Carnival. Students participated in Netball, AFL, Soccer, Badminton and Volleyball. Our students represented Newman beautifully and displayed great sportsmanship throughout the day! So far this year, we have had 45 teams, or 523 students play at the NAS carnivals! We look forward to the Year 8 and Year 11/12 Winter carnivals coming up in Week 8 and 9 of this term. 

Year 10 Science and Engineering Challenge 

Some of our talented Year 10 Science students represented 今日吃瓜 at the Science and Engineering Challenge at Murdoch University on Friday 16 May. Students competed against eight other schools, where they took part in a range of hands-on STEM activities, from building model bridges to designing sustainable house solutions. Students worked in teams to tackle real-world problems and gained valuable insights from industry professionals about future careers in science and engineering. We are so proud of the 今日吃瓜 team who placed 1st overall! Congratulations to all students involved! 

Term 2 Celebration Assembly 

On Thursday 22 May, we took the time to celebrate what has been an enriching and busy start to the year across all pillars. At the Term 2 Celebration Assembly we reflected on the 2024 Italian Tour and the Senior Production of Bugsy Malone and we acknowledged our Marist Tour Teams, Graeme Wood Shield Winners, and ACC A Division Swimmers. Students were also updated on the current standings for the Champagnat Shield, Romero has the current lead, however, with many opportunities for students to still earn points for the Guild, it should be an exciting race.聽聽

Thank you to our College Captains, Pillar Captains and musicians for another great Celebration Assembly.  

Senior School Exams 

For our Year 10, 11 and 12 students, the weeks ahead are an opportunity. Exams are not just a test of your knowledge but a chance to demonstrate your growth, perseverance, potential and your commitment to achieving personal excellence. Lean into your preparation, stay organised, remember the supports offered by our wonderful classroom teachers, and the opportunities presented at Homework Club. Remember, the habits you build now shape your success in the future. Shine through your discipline and determination. 

Year 12 Exam Timetable

Year 11 Exam Timetable

Exam Rules & Procedures

Staffing News 

It is with mixed emotions that I share the news that Mrs Lucy Lane will be leaving 今日吃瓜 at the end of Term Two. Mrs Lane has been a valued member of the 今日吃瓜 community since 2020, teaching within the Humanities Learning Area, with particular contributions to Modern History ATAR and Politics and Law ATAR. In recent years, Lucy has also served as Leader of Wellbeing, a role in which she has demonstrated exceptional care, commitment, and passion for supporting the students in her care. Mrs Lane will be greatly missed, and we sincerely thank her for all she has given to the life of the College. 

I am pleased to inform you that Mrs Lara Vlahov will be taking on the role of Leader of Wellbeing Year 10 for Semester Two. Congratulations to Mrs Vlahov 鈥 the Secondary Wellbeing and PCG teams look forward to working with you. 

Mrs Carla Pastorelli

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL SECONDARY

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject handbook open 

Current Year 10 students and families can now access information about Year 11 subjects for 2026, using this link:  

A reminder about the major subject selection event coming up in Term 2. It is expected that all students attend this event, accompanied by at least one parent or guardian. 

  • Tuesday 24 June 
  • Marist Auditorium, 今日吃瓜 
  • 5pm to 6pm: Careers and Year 11 Subjects Expo. 
  • 6pm to 6.45pm: Year 10 Family Information Evening. 

The Year 10 students have been listening to presentations about each Learning Area and their Year 11 offerings for 2026. A link to the presentations is available below: 

 
 

Year 10 subject selection research 

To assist in their subject selection, Year 10 students are currently undertaking a guided research process during EGT time. This process will answer most questions and provide a structure for subject selection. Please see below for a link to the Research Booklet: 

 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

For students considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 

A reminder to students on the General Pathway who are considering UniReady / UniPath in Year 12 next year. It is expected that students from the General Pathway would have participated in extra-curricular activities such as work experience, VET Certificates, Leadership, Service, and/or College sport. General Pathway students who have not participated in any of these extra-curricular activities may not be eligible for UniReady / UniPath. 

For students thinking of attending University 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Here is a parents guide to University:  
  • And here is the 鈥淔irst in Family鈥 resource, for students who might be the first in their family to attend University:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:   

Apprenticeship Opportunities 2025 

The March 2025 edition of the Apprenticeship Intake Guide has been published recently. This has details of dozens of apprenticeship opportunities with many major employers. You can access it here:  

New TAFE Certificates for Semester 2 

There are some new TAFE certificates (one day per week) opening in Semester 2 of 2025. If interested, please contact Mr Farley: 

  • Certificate II in Animal Care 
  • Certificate III Aviation (Drone Pilot) 
  • Certificate II Cabinet Making (pre-apprenticeship) 
  • Certificate III Health Services 
  • Certificate III Fitness 
  • Certificate II Cosmetics 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

University Early Offer Information 

Please see below for the latest available Early Offer information. 

Early Offers will open on 3 June 2025. After this date, all Year 12 students will be provided with information about how to access the TISC system and enter preferences. 

Curtin University No details as yet.  
Edith Cowan University Full information and list of eligible courses at:   Open to ATAR, Certificate IV, and UniReady students. Submit your Early Offer application by placing an eligible ECU course as your first TISC preference. First offers released to students on 2 September 2025.  
Murdoch University No details as yet.  
Notre Dame University Full information and list of eligible courses at:   Opens 1 May 2025. First offers released to students on 1 September 2025. Apply via the Notre Dame online portal or via TISC. Open to ATAR Pathway students only. All offers are conditional offers.  
University of WA No details as yet.  

University information 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you the first person in your family to attend University? This might assist:  
  • Here are some useful tools to prepare students for the transition to University:   
  • Here is a parents guide to University:  

University scholarships 

Curtin University   
Edith Cowan University (ECU)   
Murdoch University   
Notre Dame University   
University of Western Australia (UWA)   
Christian Leaders Scholarship   

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2026 might find the following interesting: 

  • Defence Force Gap Year:  
  • Other gap year ideas:  
  • And:  
  • Also this Marist volunteering opportunity:  

Apprenticeship Opportunities 2025 

The March 2025 edition of the Apprenticeship Intake Guide has been published recently. This has details of dozens of apprenticeship opportunities with many major employers. You can access it here:  

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
Notre Dame Open Day 24 May  
Year 10 Information Evening (ECU Joondalup) 27 May  
Army Reserve Information Session 27 May  
Creative Industries Open Evening (North Metro TAFE) 28 May   
Teaching degrees information evening (ECU) 3 June  
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 4 June  
Year 9 and 10 Parent Information Evening (Murdoch University) 4 June  
Year 11 and 12 Parent Information Evening (Murdoch University) 4 June  
Parent Information Evening for Year 12 students (ECU) 5 June  
Defence Force Careers Information Session 5 June  
Psychology Information Evening (ECU) 10 June  
Defence Force Trades Information Session 12 June  
Year 9-12 Information Evening (Curtin) 18 June  
Defence Force: Special Forces Information Session 19 June  
Army Reserve Information Session 24 June  
今日吃瓜 Careers Expo and Year 10 Parent Evening 24 June Marist Auditorium 3.30pm to 4.30pm: Yr 11/12 Careers Expo 5.00pm to 6.00pm: Yr 10 Careers & Subject Expo 6.00pm to 6.45pm: Yr 10 Family Info Session 
WAAPA Information Evening  29 July  
Year 12 application support session (Murdoch) 29 July  
Nursing Information Evening (Murdoch) 27 August  
Health and Education Information Evening (Murdoch) 2 September  
Science, IT, Engineering Information Evening (Murdoch) 3 September  
Business and Law Information Evening (Murdoch) 4 September   
Engineering Information Evening (ECU) 5 September  
   

If you are thinking of attending a University Open Day, this blog might help you get the most out of it:   

Primary Update – Term 2 Week 4

1 Blue Assembly 

On Friday of last week, Year 1 Blue entertained us with the assembly dedicated to their Mums, sharing the many reasons they love their Mums and acknowledging all the many balls that the Mums in our community juggle while always having the time to stop and have a cuddle. Thank you, 1 Blue, Miss Tess McKenna and Mrs Julie Romano for such a well-performed, heart-warming assembly.  

Year 2 Green Assembly 

This morning, 2 Green entertained and educated us with their love of Science, experiments and potions! They even performed experiments on stage! Massive thank you to 2 Green, Mrs Catherine Nicolaou, Mrs Trish Eindorf and Ms Aishlin Fritz, for highlighting not only is Chemistry fun and exciting, but it is also important in improving our world.  

Year 3-6 Guild Cross Country  

Last Friday, we celebrated our inaugural Year 3-6 Guild Cross Country, showcasing the incredible spirit and perseverance of our students. From the first stride to the final finish line, each participant demonstrated remarkable grit, determination, and sportsmanship. The energy was palpable as students cheered on their peers, embodying the true essence of our school community. A special thank you to Mrs Hannah Barnsley for all of her organisation and coordination of the event.  

Congratulations to our medal winners: 

  Girls Boys 
Year 3 1st  Lucy Summerfield (Camara) Harry Bluff (Chishom) 
 2nd  Finley Shephard (MacKillop)聽Tom Atkinson (Thomas More) 
 3rd  Frankie Baily (Camara)聽Noah Steens (Camara) 
Year 4 1st  Zoe Harris (MacKillop) Donovan Johnson (Catherine) 
 2nd  Indiana Dutton (Thomas More) Austin Houlahan (Camara) 
 3rd  Sophie Magee (Camara)聽Cristian Cameron (Brigid) 
Year 5 1st  Sicily Moschopoulos (Romero) Nikhil Nair (Brigid) 
 2nd  Lucy Cumberworth (Chisholm) Izei Goldaracena Zubiri (Chisholm) 
 3rd  Clara Schlitter (Brigid) Julian Posselt (Chisholm) 
Year 6 1st  Isabelle Hobson (Romero)聽Blake Martin (Catherine) 
 2nd  Samantha Glyde (Thomas More) Rohan Shephard (MacKillop) 
 3rd  Maya Martin-Booth (Thomas More) Samuel Baily (Camara) 
    

Homework Club 

A friendly reminder that Homework Club for Years 3鈥6 takes place every Tuesday from 3:00鈥痯m to 4:30鈥痯m in the 3鈥6 Building (Ground Floor). 

To ensure the safety and accountability of all students: 

  • Teachers will sign in students upon their arrival. 
  • Parents or guardians are required to present themselves to sign their child out at the conclusion of the session. 
  • If you wish for your child to be dismissed without parent collection, please inform us by emailing primary.admin@newman.wa.edu.au no later than the Friday prior to the Homework Club session. 
  • We kindly ask that all students are collected promptly at 4:30鈥痯m to ensure staff can conclude the session on time. 

We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining a secure and supportive environment for our students. 

Marian Photos  

Just a friendly reminder that photos at the Marian campus will take place on 29 and 30 May. Uniform requirements for these two days are: 

  • Y1-Y2:                  Winter Uniform with jumper   
  • Pre-Primary:      Sport Uniform (no guild shirt) 
  • Kindy:                  No uniform (kindy top an option) 

Mrs Sarah Pagett

ACTING HEAD OF PRIMARY

From the Vice Principal – Term 2 Week 4

National Reconciliation Week – 27 May 鈥 3 June

Reconciliation is an ongoing journey focused on strengthening relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community, for the benefit of all Australians. It reminds us of the generations who have worked tirelessly for meaningful change and calls us to continue striving for a just and equitable society – one where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children have the same life opportunities as non-Indigenous children, with improved outcomes in education, health, and economic wellbeing.

Throughout the week, 今日吃瓜 students from Pre-Kindy to Year 12 will engage in a variety of activities designed to deepen their understanding of our shared histories, cultures, and achievements. These experiences will also encourage students to reflect on how each of us can contribute to reconciliation in Australia. We look forward to sharing highlights with you in our next newsletter.

今日吃瓜 Community Quiz Night

The 今日吃瓜 Community Quiz Night will be held on Friday 20 June.  

Parents of the College are invited to come together for a fun night of friendly competition and community spirit, in support of two worth causes; Youth Focus, an organisation that works to improve the mental health and wellbeing of Western Australians between the ages of 12 and 25, and Marist Solidarity, an aid agency that provides education to young people in communities in our province. As a Marist school, these are important causes that are close to our hearts.  

The link for booking can be accessed .

Lavalla Campus Carpark 鈥 Updated Traffic Guidelines

With the recent removal of the Badge Site Offices from the Lavalla Carpark, we ask for your continued support in maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow during pick-up times.

To help avoid congestion at the entrance and exit points, we kindly request the following:

  • Please continue to clearly display your family names on the car dashboard if you are using the Kiss 鈥楴鈥 Drive service.
  • If your child is not ready for collection in the Kiss 鈥楴鈥 Drive zone, please continue through the loop and either rejoin the circuit or park in the Eastern section of the carpark.
  • Parents wishing to park should remain in the right lane and use the main carpark bays.
  • Please keep the left lane clear and moving to ensure traffic flows smoothly and to prevent cars from backing up onto Empire Avenue.

Your cooperation in following these guidelines will help create a safer, more efficient environment for all members of our community. Thank you for your ongoing support.

Mr Michael Chiera

VICE PRINCIPAL

From the Principal – Term 2 Week 4

Dear Families,  

Week 4, and we are almost at the halfway point of Term 2, and our students have been so busy with their learning. 

Primary 

Primary assemblies have been great features of the past weeks, where Year 6 Red informed us of the wonders of parts of the world, Year 1 Blue led us in the celebration of Mothers and Year 2 Green explored the fascinating world of science. Assemblies are such great opportunities for our students to experience performance and work together, even if it means working outside their comfort zone. We had another first for the Guild system in Primary with the Lavalla Guild Cross Country Carnival last week under blue skies and run with great Guild spirit. Congratulations to all the students for running.  

Simultaneous Reading 

Yesterday, our Marian students joined with children across the Country for National Simultaneous Storytime, sharing in the joy of reading The Truck Cat. 

Secondary Sport 

The past fortnight has seen our Year 7 students competing in the Winter NAS Carnival, netballers participating in the SSWA Netball Carnival, the First XVIII and Year 8/9 Eagles Cup teams playing SEDA College and John Forrest Senior High School, respectively. We also had the presentation of uniforms for the Marist Netball Team, who will play in the Marist Netball Carnival next week in Adelaide. Winter provides so many options for our students to pursue sporting interests and great competitions.  

Genesis Dance Troupe for Marian and Year 7-9 Production 

Our youngest students have taken to the Genesis Dance Troupe program with great enthusiasm and participation. Aimed at Year 1 and Year 2 students, Genesis then provides a pathway into the Lavalla Dance program and beyond. What a great opportunity and joyful program it is!

Following closely after the Bugsy Malone Musical, the students of the Arts have been rehearsing for their performance of Emil and the Detectives, which will be performed in July. The Arts is such a wonderful area for our students to discover, imagine, create, and many of the Visual Arts pieces are starting to take shape in classroom Art across the College.   

Mock Trials and Science and Engineering Challenge 

We have a great tradition in the Mock Trials competition, which takes place at this time every year. Students in our Politics and Law course extend their learning to real-life experience in the Law Courts, through this senior secondary experience. So far this year, the team has competed against Mandurah Catholic College and Servite College and won both rounds. The round of law trials will end in July, followed by three rounds of finals. 

The Science and Engineering Challenge at Murdoch University saw our student groups take part in hands-on STEM challenge activities. Along with the competition, our students gained great insights into engineering by working alongside industry professionals, and the team placed first overall in the challenge. Great work! 

Marcellin Campus – Celebration Assembly 

Our Vision for Learning captures Challenge, Collaborate, Create and Celebrate, and the Celebration Assemblies each term showcase the excellence in the educational and co-curricular pursuits of our students. This week we held the first of the assemblies for the term, and we were treated to some performances from our music students, updates to the Guild Champagnat Shield progress scores and reports from the Ministry, Academic, Wellbeing, Sport and Arts Captains.  

 
Marian Lecture  

A highlight in a Marist community is the annual Marian Lecture, which takes place in May, the month of Mary. Last week, we hosted a group of 30 people who are a part of the Marist Association, as we all listened to the live streamed lecture from Professor Stan Grant, the guest speaker. Prof. Grant captured the magic and mystery we all experience in our encounter with Jesus and through the example of Mary. Prof. Grant shared his insights on the connection between First Nations spirituality and the Christian faith. We all left with much to unpack and consider for our next gathering of the Marist Association. 

Senior Examinations 

In the coming weeks, our Year 12, 11 and 10 students will undertake their Semester One examinations. The introduction of the Equip Guide Thrive program (EGT) this year has sharpened the focus on preparation for study and personal success in learning. We wish our senior students the very best for this set of assessments.聽聽

Mr Andrew Watson

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