今日吃瓜

Secondary Update Term 4 Week 2

Jenni Vile on 18/10/2024

Class of 2024 Graduation

The Class of 2024 with their families and 今日吃瓜 staff gathered at Optus Stadium on Wednesday 16 October to acknowledge and celebrate their successes and achievements. The evening commenced with a beautiful and reverent mass in which the College staff, the Class of 2024 and their families gathered in the River View room. The students listed below were recognised for their incredible achievements with the following awards:

ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork AwardAcknowledges a student who has shown outstanding qualities in leadership, teamwork, problem solving and resourcefulness.Darcy Bird
ADF Future Innovators AwardAcknowledges students who are high achievers in the STEM subject areas.Olivia Rubens
Ampol Best All RounderMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12Jack Stahl
Most Outstanding Male AthleteMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12Marcus Malaxos
Most Outstanding Female AthleteMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12.Hayley Swift
Contribution to Sports AwardOutstanding leadership and contribution to the sporting life of the College.Imogen Boss
Brother Stephen Bugg AwardOutstanding contribution to the Arts.Oliver Laurent
Sister Antoninus Campbell AwardDemonstrating exceptional resilience.Charles Coleman
Class of 1977 AwardOutstanding achievement in VET training.Hayley Swift
A.B. Cronin AwardOutstanding leadership and contribution across the College.Darcy Bird
Sister Perpetua Gill AwardOutstanding contribution to the Christian life and spiritual culture of the College.Ava Terribile
Saint John Henry Newman AwardOutstanding contribution to Christian life and spiritual culture of the College.Matthew Tomassone
Brother Cletus Read AwardProxime AccessitAriana Mason
Monsignor Kennedy AwardDux of the CollegeJaydon Augustus

Uniform and Personal Presentation

This week on Marcellin Campus, conversations among year levels have focused on maintaining expectations despite it being Term Four. Students have been reminded about the College鈥檚 uniform and personal presentation guidelines. The focus of our discussions has included the following:

  • Formal school shirts are ironed and clean, and the only button undone is the top collar button.
  • Haircuts must be of blade length number 3 or longer, and there should be no major discrepancy between long and short/shaved hair.
  • Makeup is not to be worn.
  • Skirts should reach the knee when standing. 
  • Male students must always be cleanly shaven.

A few students across year levels have been asked by their Leader of Wellbeing to lengthen their skirt by letting down the hem or purchasing a new skirt. For our Year 10 and Year 11 students who require a new skirt, the Uniform Shop will be reducing the price of current skirts, skorts, and girls鈥� trousers to $45 prior to the phasing in of the new skirt. Please note that these items, sold at the reduced price, can only be worn for the next two years.

Year 7 and Year 10 Catch Up Immunisations

On Tuesday 22 October, Year 7 and Year 10 students who missed their immunisations earlier in the year have been given another opportunity at school to do this. If this applies to your child, information about the immunisations has been emailed to you.

Year 11 Exams

Year 11 students commence their exams from Monday 4 November (Week 5). Students are expected to observe the Uniform and Personal Presentation Guidelines and wear their formal summer uniform. The exam timetable can be viewed .

If students are on campus during the exam period working with staff or studying, they are expected to wear their PE uniform and abide by the College鈥檚 Mobile Phone Policy.

It is compulsory for all Year 11 students to attend the College on Friday 22 November from 8.45am until 1pm for the Annual Awards Assembly and final Year 11 activities.

Campus Parking

The College has received some feedback from residents within the area who have expressed concerns about cars being parked in places which restrict residents’ access in and out of their properties. We remind families to please observe the council parking signs and to be respectful of residents with whom we share the roads. Please be aware that the council has been notified, and we ask for families to support the College in maintaining positive relationships with our local residents.

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject selection for Year 11, 2025 

Thank you to all families who participated in the subject selection process for Year 11, 2025. The College is currently finalising missing selections and constructing the timetable for 2025. 

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024.  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 鈥楲ist B鈥� (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Enrolling in Notre Dame UniPath for 2025 

The Notre Dame UniPath program is now open for applications for 2025. Please see below a summary of the UniPath and UniReady Programs: 

鈥�&苍产蝉辫;UniReady UniPath 
Outcome 70 ATAR 70 ATAR 
Valid for All WA Universities (but鈥痶o enter UWA you need 65% in UniReady) Curtin, ECU, Murdoch, Notre Dame. 
Structure One of your 6 school subjects in Year 12. Taught here at Newman, by a teacher, in a classroom each day. Attend Notre Dame Fremantle campus one day per week, for 12 weeks. 
How to apply Select UniReady as one of your Year 12 subjects next year. (Or tell me if you’d like to enter) See below. 

If you would like to enrol in UniPath for next year, you can now apply for entry to this program. 

  1. Read the information here:   
  1. If it looks right for you, see the “How To Apply” section for the process. 
  1. If you are already enrolled in UniReady but decide to switch to UniPath, please let me know. 

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:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:   

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024. 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

Parent and family resources 

Each year, the Australian Government publishes a resource for parents / guardians to assist in career conversations. The 2024 version can be found here:   

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 鈥楲ist B鈥� (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2025 might find the following interesting: 

  • Defence Force Gap Year:  
  • Other gap year ideas:  
  • And:  

Apprenticeship and Trades information 

The 2024 edition of the Apprentice Intake Guide has now been published. This guide is a large listing of many different apprenticeship opportunities available. 

Students and families can access the Guide here:  

ATAR Examinations Timetable 2024 

The 2024 ATAR examinations timetable can be found at the links below: 

 

 

University and TAFE dates 

University deadlines and information  

Date Information 
31 August Last date to鈥痚nter Veterinary Science as a preference on TISC. You can’t apply for Vet after this date. 
30 September Last date to enter a preference on TISC for Medicine (Curtin, UWA, Notre Dame). 
29 November Last date to upload any known medical/family evidence (via the TISC website) that might affect your ATAR. 
2 December Final round of early offers sent to students. 
15 December ATAR results available on the TISC website. 
17 December Closing date for applications / changes of preferences on the TISC website. 
21 December Offers sent to students. 
15 January Last date to apply for second-round offers. 
21 January Second-round offers sent to students. 

鈥�&苍产蝉辫; 

For instructions on how to apply using TISC (including for UniReady / UniPath students), please refer to鈥�. 

For guidance on how the offer process works / how to accept / what to do if you don’t get an offer / deferring – please see here: 鈥�&苍产蝉辫;
 
 
 
TAFE deadlines and information 
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Date Information 
6 September Applications open for Semester 1, 2025. 
1 November Last date to apply for Semester 1, 2025. 
4 December onwards Offers will be made after this date. 

 
Students and families can find a list of all TAFE courses at this link:鈥�  
 
 
 
 

Information about University entry 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:  
  • 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:   
  • Students and families may also find these resources from Curtin University helpful:  

University scholarships 

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

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 30 October ? 
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 6 November  
Future Students Information Evening (ECU) 20 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 13 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 20 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 27 November  
Notre Dame Information Day 16 December  

From the Principal – Term 4 Week 2

Jenni Vile on 14/10/2024

Welcome back to Term 4! The first two weeks of the new term have seen all classes settle back into the good routine of learning and teaching. It has been so energising visiting classes across Marian, Lavalla and Marcellin campuses, and watching our students dive deeply into their learning. We welcome new families to our community who have begun their 今日吃瓜 journey in Term 4. 

Year 12 Graduation Mass & Awards Ceremony 

This significant rite of passage was held on October 16 at Optus Stadium. Fr Garner celebrated Mass and families, staff and the Class of 2024 then moved into a formal dinner and presentations. Each student was presented to the community, acknowledging their place as graduating students from 今日吃瓜. Subject and College awards were also featured alongside the 2024 College Captains鈥� Address. The Class of 2024 was acknowledged for their legacy to our community and sharing the night with families was so special for our staff. Our prayers are with the Graduates as they prepare for WACE examinations or move into traineeships, apprenticeships, TAFE or work.  

Feast Celebrations 

The Feast Day of our College Patron, St John Henry Newman, happened on 9 October. We came together as a College community the following day to celebrate St John Henry Newman with Mass and the Primary Buddy Day. For those unaware, St John Henry Newman was a 19th century significant leader of the Church. Having spent the first half of his life in the Anglican tradition and ordained, Newman became a Catholic on 9 October 1845 after a significant time of discernment, eventually becoming a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. In the decision pre-dating the beginning of 今日吃瓜, Churchlands in 1977, the orders of the Marist Brother and Dominican and Brigidine sisters settled on the name of the new College as Newman. It first began as the Newman system before evolving into our school today. In St John Henry Newman, the community of the time saw the wonderful example of a person with great spiritual depth and a relational base to faith. St John Henry Newman wrote of a faith where 鈥榟eart speaks to heart鈥� and this meets the Spirituality of the Heart that is our Marist way- Strong Mind, Gentle Heart. 

This fortnight we have also remembered St Mary MacKillop whose canonisation anniversary falls on October 16. St Mary of the Cross. In Australian education and Christian faith, St Mary stands as a giant who, through the work of her Sisters of St Joseph, brought Catholic education to much of Australia鈥檚 rural and regional areas in the late 19th and through the 20th centuries. Our Mackillop Guild is named in honour of Mary MacKillop.  

As you would know when attending our parent nights and major celebrations we pray to St Mary of the Cross and St John Henry Newman, alongside Mary our Good Mother and St Marcellin Champagnat in our Litany of Prayer. 

Celebrating Alumni- Rhodes Scholar 

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You may have noticed our recent social media posts celebrating Alumna.听 Eden Rigo (Class of 2015) who was recently announced as the recipient of the Rhodes Scholarship 2025. She will begin her studies at Oxford University in 2025.

Eden has excelled in sports, drama and academia, and is driven to create equitable, sustainable communities in her work. We have been researching into our 113 year history as a school entity to determine whether Eden is our first Rhodes Scholarship recipient. Eden is in fact our second Rhodes Scholar, the first being Bronte Adams in 1986.

Our College community is so proud of Eden and we look forward to the wonderful impact she will continue to make through her studies and commitment.听

To live is to change, and to be perfect is to have changed often.
St John Henry Newman 

MR ANDREW WATSON

PRINCIPAL

From the Principal – Term 3 Week 10

Jenni Vile on 20/09/2024

Dear Parents and Guardians 

Student Leaders 2025 

Earlier this week we announced the Year 12 leaders for 2025. The process was difficult due to the high calibre of students who expressed their passion and willingness to lead and serve our school community. We received numerous outstanding applications and were inspired by the dedication and commitment shown by all of the students.  

In my meetings with the incoming leaders, I have outlined that one of their most important acts of leadership is to ensure they include and develop the leadership of students without a badge. I thank all students who nominated for positions and encourage those who were unsuccessful in formal positions to continue to lead with courage and passion.  

Congratulations to the following students: 

College Captains: Amelia Ng and Liam Stannard 
Academic Captains: Laura Nolan and Leo Mason 
Art Captains: Ella Nguyen and Campbell Smith 
Mission Captains: Catherine Fardell and Kevin Xanthis听
Sports Captains: Amy Wilson and Will Gilbert 
Wellbeing Captains: Jasmin Afflick and Layla Do 
Brigid Guild Captains:  Lia Young and Abby Vil茅 
Camara Guild Captains: Grace D鈥橝rcy and Gen Carless 
Catherine Guild Captains: Lucy Peel and James Barnard 
Chisholm Guild Captains: Daniel Miniello and Natalie Smith 
Marcellin Guild Captains: Jodie Belzunce and Flynn Morison 
Mackillop Guild Captains: Tahlia Bell and Stefano Rapanaro 
Romero Guild Captains: Holly Kallawk and Stefan Constantine 
Thomas More Guild Captains: Grace Gordon and Mia Swain 

Celebrate Assembly 鈥� Year 12 Farewell Assembly 

This week, we celebrated the Class of 2024. Whilst the Graduation Mass and Dinner will take place early next term with families, this day and its rituals are greatly treasured by students and parents. The final week for Year 12 was an exciting one that provided opportunities at Guild, Year and College levels to express our care and best wishes for a fine group of young women and men. The Year 12 group also had fun in the official planned activities. Thank you to the staff involved in the running of these events.

In the Principal鈥檚 Address to the Assembly on Thursday, I addressed this message to our Year 12s: 

鈥淵ou are created and called. Let family spirit, presence, a love of work, simplicity and the way of Mary find a place in your heart, and I encourage you to draw on the Marist Way that keeps you considering always your important part in making a better world.   

Each of you have different gifts and have followed different paths while at this College. Our sincere hope is that you have always felt that those diverse paths have been equally valuable and valued; that your worth and dignity are innate and inviolable; and that your school has been an extension of the care and hope held for you by your families.鈥� 

Year 6 Leaders Initiative 

Recently, a group representing the Year 6 Leadership gave a very good presentation to the College Executive highlighting their initiative for wellbeing. They have a 鈥榖ench project鈥� designed to create spaces of wellbeing and friendship for Lavalla students. What a great initiative! Later in the year, we will report on the installation of the project.  

ACC Athletics Carnival  

Congratulations to all the athletes who represented 今日吃瓜 in the ACC Athletics Carnival. The participating students came 5 overall in the competition, an outstanding achievement. The Overall Boys division saw us finishing third.  

A heartfelt thanks to the dedicated staff members for their encouragement and support of the students.  

Additionally, I would like to acknowledge Imogen Boss for her outstanding achievement in ACC. Imogen was awarded 鈥楧ouble Letters鈥� for athletics and swimming by Trent Sharpe from the ACC at the Celebration Assembly.听 Imogen’s dedication and determination serve as a shining example of what can be accomplished through hard work and perseverance. Congratulations to Imogen on receiving this prestigious award.听听

The World鈥檚 Worst Breakups- Drama Performance 

Last week we enjoyed an evening performance of this play brought to the stage by students from Years 7-10. Not only was it a joy to view on the night but the play received accolades on the weekend at the YouthFest awards.

  • Best Actor (senior division) Sam Cousins Year 10;
  • Best Production (senior division), and
  • Best Director (senior division) Mr Josh Lang.

Jasper Bock Year 9 received an adjudicator鈥檚 certificate for his backstage role. Well done, everyone! 

Year 12 Music Night 

One of the final events of the term is the Year 12 Music Night. Families and staff gathered in the Marist Auditorium to be entertained by the music students of Year 12. The group showed their many talents in presenting across genres of music and performing more than one instrument. A great night! 

Italian Language Tour 

Last weekend 15 students and three staff began their Italian Language Tour, landing in Rome.  In the two weeks of the program, they will be immersing themselves in language workshops, as well as visiting the major cities of Italy. We wish them safe travels. 

End of Term  

I find Term 3 is a special time in the calendar year. It is a unique term full of so many opportunities where students are so engaged in our 鈥淰ision for Learning – Shine through Discovery鈥�. In their participation in the events and opportunities Term 3 has offered, our students across the whole College have let their light shine in Challenge, Collaboration, Creation and Celebration as individuals and groups. It has been a joy to see them in small moments and large events, as they pursue their personal excellence.  

Please keep the Year 12s in your prayers as the students sit their final exams. 

I wish all students, families and staff a restful and safe break as this term comes to an end. 

ANDREW WATSON  
PRINCIPAL 

From the Vice Principal – Term 3 Week 8

Jenni Vile on 06/09/2024

R U OK? Day

Next Thursday 12 September, we will observe R U OK? Day, a day dedicated to fostering meaningful connections and conversations with those around us, especially those who may be struggling with life鈥檚 challenges. R U OK? is a national suicide prevention charity that encourages us to check in on one another, offering support before someone reaches a point of crisis. It is about building confidence and the skills to engage in honest conversations, so we can be there for friends, family, and colleagues who may need us.

As we approach R U OK? Day, let us live out these Marist charisms by being present for one another, engaging in simple yet meaningful conversations, and fostering the spirit of family that makes 今日吃瓜 a place of belonging for all members of our wonderful community.

ACC A Division (Secondary) and IPSHA (Year 3-6) Athletics Carnivals

Next week, our Newman Athletics Squads will compete in their upcoming Athletics Carnivals. The ACC Athletics Carnival for our Year 7-12 students will take place on Wednesday, 11 September, at the WA Athletics Stadium, while our Year 3-6 students will compete at All Saints College on Thursday, 12 September in the IPSHA Athletics Carnival. Under the dedicated guidance of Ms Marnie Barrett, Ms Tash Richards and our Health and Physical Education staff, our students have been training diligently for these events. We wish all our athletes the very best and look forward to celebrating their efforts and achievements.

Game Changers La Valla Leadership Camp

In Week 10, six of our Game Changers students from Year 10, along with Miss Nicotra and Mr James, will be travelling to Melbourne where they will come together with a number of other students from Marist schools around Australia for the La Valla Leadership camp. Over the three-day camp, students will have the opportunity to learn what it means to lead with a Marist heart while delving into the topics of authenticity, service, presence, empowerment, teamwork, and wellbeing. This is delivered through a series of prayers, games, presentations, and conversations. We hope the students and staff attending enjoy their experience and return to the College with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the leadership of our student community in the way of Saint Marcellin and Mary.

School Fees Reminder

Please ensure that you are on track to finalise payment of your College fees by 30 November 2024.听 If you need to discuss your account, please contact Accounts Receivable on 9204 9414 or fees@newman.wa.edu.au without delay.

From the Vice Principal – Term 3 Week 6

Jenni Vile on 23/08/2024

Year 7-9 Celebration Assembly

On Wednesday, 4 September, we will gather for our Year 7-9 Celebration Assembly to recognise and honour the outstanding academic achievements of our Year 7-9 students from Semester One. This occasion is an opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and successes of our young learners.

At 今日吃瓜, we believe that putting students at the centre of their goal-setting journey empowers them to strive for and reach their full potential, both academically and personally. Celebration is a powerful motivator, encouraging all students to continue pursuing personal excellence.

We look forward to celebrating the achievements of our Year 7-9 High Achievers next week.

PP-Y6 Athletics Carnival

On Friday 6 September, the combined Marian and Lavalla Athletics Carnival will take place at the Marcellin Campus Oval. This year鈥檚 event will follow a roving carnival format, which is designed to enhance student engagement and participation. The event program and map are attached below. Please note that event timings are approximate, so we recommend allowing extra time if you plan to attend specific activities.

Parents and spectators are welcome to attend and are asked to sit in the designated area on the western side of the Marcellin Oval. Specific facilities, including restrooms, are assigned for your use – please avoid using other College facilities. This is also an alcohol-free event.

We look forward to a successful day of competition and camaraderie. Thank you for your continued support of our staff and students, and special thanks to Ms Vlahov and Ms Richards for organising this event for our PP-6 students.

Student Absences During Term Time (Reminder)

At 今日吃瓜, we understand that there are times when you may need to make decisions about your child鈥檚 attendance due to important family events or other personal reasons. As a College, we are guided by the Department of Education regulations, which require us to categorise absences as either 鈥淎pproved鈥� or 鈥淯napproved.鈥� Approved absences include circumstances such as illness, bereavement, or participation in College-endorsed events, while unapproved absences generally refer to holidays or family gatherings during term time.

We recognise that every family鈥檚 situation is unique, and there may be unavoidable circumstances that require your child to be absent from school. However, we kindly ask you to consider the potential impact that missing school can have on your child鈥檚 learning and academic progress. Unapproved absences may lead to your child missing out on important assessments or classroom activities, which could affect their overall academic performance, in line with our College Assessment Policies.

To support your child鈥檚 continued growth and learning, we strongly encourage planning family leave during the designated school holidays whenever possible. By doing so, you help ensure that your child remains engaged with their studies and can benefit from the full range of educational experiences we offer.