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NEWSLETTER

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DEUS MEUS ET OMNIA TERM 2 WEEK 07Friday 2 June 2017

M Fest & ‘Have a Heart Day’

Congratulations to the STAC Reps & Pastoral Coordinators for an outstanding ‘Have a Heart Day’. The day provided a wonderful culmination to M Fest and the live music performances by students throughout this past week. Thanks to Mr Faughey, Ms Young, Mr Michelson and the instrumental music team. “This is what makes Marymount such a great school”, said Mrs Howe as teachers joined the students for the rock band lunchtime performances on Friday amid the stalls and fundraising activities for Rosies. Certainly the quality of the music, the quality of our students and the atmosphere on Friday was solid evidence of Mrs Howe’s comments. It was a great day at the end of a very good week.

BCE 2017 Excellence in Teaching awards

We were delighted that Mr Peter Shaw and Mrs Jane Greffe agreed to their nominations by us for the 2017 Brisbane Catholic Education Excellence in Teaching Awards. Mr Shaw was nominated for Excellence in Teaching Religious Education. Mrs Greffe was nominated for Excellence in Teaching 4+ years. Fields for these Awards are always very competitive. Our first purpose in nominating staff we believe demonstrate excellence in their teaching each year is to let the teacher we nominate know how highly we regard their work.

We regard Mr Shaw’s teaching of Religion and his

contribution to the faculty as exemplary. His skills as a teacher and guide are well suited to sharing faith, teaching students about God and nurturing their spirituality. His contribution as a teacher, in prayer and reflection and with music, at Senior Retreats each year greatly assists staff and students as they enter into their retreat, share with others and deepen their understanding of their spirituality and relationship with God.

Mrs Greffe has been a dynamic teacher particularly in Home Economics, Hospitality, Food and Nutrition and Design and Textiles and Early Child Care, over many years. Her nomination for Excellence in teaching (4+years) follows recognition by the Home Economics Institute of Australia (QLD) with the Home Economics Teacher Excellence Award 2016. Mrs Greffe’s comprehensive grasp across many teaching areas,

CALENDAR DATESMonday 5 June

6:30pm Year 8 Night of Living History

Wednesday 7 June

4:00pm Titans Cup Rugby League

Thursday 8 June

AGCC Sports Trial #3

Year 10 CT Excursion Big Day @UQ

Friday 9 June

Year 10 STAC Cup

Monday 12 June

Year 10 Work Experience Week

Cert II in Business Work Experience Week

Tuesday 13 June

6:00pm P&F Meeting

Wednesday 14 June

Year 9 Reflection Day - Bond Uni

4:00pm Titan’s Cup Rugby League

4:00pm Debating Catch Up

Year 11 & 12 Exams

Thursday 15 June

AGCC Sports Trials #4

7:00pm Coomera Battle of the Bands

Monday 19 June

Year 12 Drama Assessment

4:30pm Music Concert

Wednesday 21 June

Shake and Stir Theatre

4:00pm Titans Cup Rugby League

Thursday 22 June

House Sports

Friday 23 June

Last Day Term 2

6:00pm Year 12 Formal

Saturday 25 - Friday 30 June

QISSRL Rugby League and QISSN Netball 2017

Monday 10 July

First Day Term 3

Tuesday 11 July

Parent Teacher Online Bookings Open

‘Have a Heart Day’ was a great day at the end of a very good week

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ContentsWhole School News 2Senior Curriculum 2Religious Life of College 3Timor September 2017 4Rosies Outreach 4RYPEN 4Peer Support 5Reconciliation Week 6Reconciliation Poetry 7Social Dance 8Shake and Stir 9History 9Night of LIving HIstory 10Year 9 Science 11Year 10 Careers Day 12Careers Update 13Sports News 14Year 12 Running Club 14Rugby League Report 15Newsletter Supporters 18

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her passion for Home Economics in particular and her relentless drive to engage students so that they learn and succeed is most effective. It has her pushing herself with classwork, co-curricula work and to engage with industry. Her enthusiasm is infectious.

We thank Mr Shaw and Mrs Greffe for their excellent teaching for the students at the College and their contribution to their respective faculties.

Teacher Professional Development

Last Monday teachers completed a third Twilight professional development 3:30pm-6:30pm. The program continued our focus on writing. Students in years seven, eight and nine are being asked to write more. Our goal is to improve student writing by more explicitly teaching and testing writing, and giving feedback to students about their writing.

The professional development also included two sessions on MOODLE, the web-bases platform for student course details, work and resources. We are encouraging faculties to provide structured and comprehensive material for students through MOODLE. On Monday evening, the ‘early adopters’ provided practical instruction to teachers so that more felt capable of using MOODLE for their classes.

Last Thursday, Ms Nicholson, Ms Norton and I reported to colleagues from neighbouring Catholic schools on our efforts as a staff and progress with the focus on writing. Our students are on track to achieve an improvement of up to three marks (12%) for all students in Year eight and nine. This is possible because of both the increased explicit teaching and feedback by staff and the increasing

understanding by students of the criteria and expectations.

Leadership Appraisal and Teacher Performance Pastoral and Curriculum Leader Appraisal

Throughout this term Year Level Pastoral Leaders and the Curriculum Leaders are completing their Appraisals. This year is the third year in these roles. The Appraisal requires a personal reflection on their performance in their roles as Head of a Year or Head of a Curriculum Area adn a staff survey.

Mr Connor (DP) and Mr Browne (APA – Pastoral) are interviewing the Heads of Year and myself and Mrs Nicholson (APA – Junior Curriculum) or Mr Shaw (APA – Senior Curriculum) interview the Heads of Curriculum. Our purpose in these interviews is to validate the person’s reflections on their performance and provide commendations and recommendations.

A less formal Teacher Performance Development Process involves interviews of teachers by a member of the Senior Administration team. The teachers’ goals and reflections on achievements and challenges are discussed alongside the Action Plans for the College for over the three years.

While the processes for leaders and teachers are significantly affirming, they do provide a context for focusing direction as we work together for students.

Chris NoonanPrincipal

SENioR CuRRiCuLuM

Calendar Dates

As we approach the end of the Semester, I encourage you to take note of the important calendar events. These include:• In Class exams - Week 8, commencing Monday

8 June (for smaller, single class groups.)• Exam block - Weeks 9 & 10, commencing

Tuesday 13 June for larger subject cohorts;Exam block privileges apply; but as always, these can and will be revoked, if students have outstanding assessment task or other serious breaches.

Exam Schedule

The scedule for exams will be published Monday 5 June. Students and parents will receive an email, it will be uploaded to parent portal, and printed copies available in SAO.

Reporting

Semester reports will be uploaded to the Parent Portal at the end of Week 10.

Year 10 Set Plans

We will shortly issue for Year 10 students and their families a statement pertaining to the prerequisite requirements for selecting Senior subjects for 2018. These students are currently working through their SET Plan process, of which subject selection is an important part. Particularly for the Academic Pathway choice, where students firmly believe they have an achievable goal of an OP 1 - 15, it is vital that they meet the required standards of grades in Semester I and Semester II of Year 10.

Peter ShawAssistant Principal Senior Curriculum

Student Withdrawal

If a family makes a decision to withdraw a student from the College, one full term’s notice is requested in writing to the Principal of the College. If the requested notice is not given, up to one full term fees and levies may be charged in lieu of notice. Your financial commitment is an important part of the life of the College and we thank you for your support and involvement.

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Have a Heart Day

Today the College uniform has been left at home and the colours out there are red and pink, the colours of Rosies. This is the culmination of M Fest week, it is Have a Heart Day and is all about fundraising from activities and cake stalls for Rosies. Rosies’ (Friends on the Street ) work reaches out to those most in need, those who are abandoned, marginalised and socially isolated in our communities. Marymount College has a very long standing relationship with Rosies and senior students are regular volunteers.

The perfect weather of recent days has provided a beautiful backdrop to the M Fest celebrations which have brought a wonderful vibe to the school at recess and lunch every day. Students’ singing and musical talents have been showcased in the P&F Courtyard to a most appreciative audience who have regaled in every moment.

Youth Mass

A rap advertising next Sunday’s Youth Mass featured on Thursday lunchtime ‘s entertainment with Spiritual Captain Reece Jackson’s groovy, energetic and very pliable delivery to a hugely delighted audience. Let’s hope the message has reached the target ….and many show up for the 5.30 pm Mass at Mary Mother of Mercy on Sunday.

Catholic Mission

David Mc Govern and Jessica Laidler of Catholic Mission, visited the College last Tuesday accompanied by Sister Mary Goretti of the Daughters of Mary religious order. Sr Mary is from Uganda where her order runs St Luke’s Mission

Hospital and where she works as a nurse /midwife. Students heard of the enormous challenges faced by expectant mothers and the medical staff who work with few resources. They heard some stories of mothers who have to travel to larger centres by motor bike along rough roads seeking facilities such as those needed for a caesarian section and all the time they are already in labour! They learned of young expectant mothers who have to walk very long distances to have what we’d perceive to be a routine checkup and of the archaic equipment they have to make do with such as oxygen machines. The very latest of these are a standard fixture in the birthing units of our hospitals.

Catholic Mission is presently launching an appeal in parishes. The funds will purchase an ambulance which will be used to carry these women more safely and speedily and hopefully contribute to saving the lives of many both babies and their mothers. It is hoped that some Marymount students will deliver the appeal message at Mass in their local parish.

2018 Year of Youth Survey

2018 has been designated as the Year of Youth and will be launched in Sydney in November. In preparation for this, the Australian Catholic Bishops have put out a survey in which all young people between the ages of 16 -29 are invited to participate. The feedback from the survey will be sent to the Vatican and used in preparation for the 2018 Synod. Archbishop Mark Coleridge says this is “..a remarkable opportunity for the voices of youth to be heard.

Senior students will be invited to complete the survey during RE class before the end of this term.

If any parent or carer does not wish their son/daughter to participate in the survey, please contact me at the College.

Year 11 Retreat

A reminder that the Year 11’s will be on Retreat from 12th -14th July.

Year 9 Reflection Day

Year 9 Reflection Day -14th June at Bond University

Dolores MaitlandAPRE

ReligiouS life of the college

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The Rosies Prayer

O Jesus,

Make our hearts so human,

That others may feel at home with us,

So like yours,

That others may feel at home with you

So forgetful of self

That we might simply become the place where you and they meet

In the power of your love and the joy of your friendship

Amen

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ReligiouS life of the college

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TiMoR SEPTEMBER 2017

Deposits for the September immersion are due.

The next immersion planned is September 2019. (instead of information night details)

ENGAGE YOUR MIND

NOURISH YOUR SPIRIT

Day One• Depart Brisbane for Timor• Hosted overnight by the

Dominican Orphanage in Bidau, Dili

Day Two • Hosted by the Dominican

Orphanage in Bidau, Dili• Explore Dili, Christo Rei walk,

time in orphanage with kids• Overnight at Dominican

Orphanage Bidau• Comoro Kindergarten• chenga! Exhibition• Taismarket• Santa Cruz cemetaryDay Three - Five• Mass. Depart Laleia• Staying with Capauchin Friars

Community• Assisting with parish work

and visiting Catholic Mission project

• Accommodation Leleia parish Day Six • Mass (optional)• Explore Baucau• Bacau visit local teacher’s

College• CFHD women’s cooking project• Overnight Victoria Lodge

BaucauDay Seven • Mass (optional)• Depart for Mountain Village

of OSSU• Interact with local schools• Overnight St Lukas OrphanageDay Eight • Mass (optional)• Visit village and schools,

meet parish (maybe see local tuckshop stalls)

• An opportunity to teach English to high school

• Overnight St LukasDay Nine • Mass, Return to Dili, arrive at

orphanage, play with kids• Overnight TIMOR LODGE and

DebriefDay Ten • Depart Dili for Darwin• Depart Darwin for Brisbane

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RoSiES ouTREACHNow, going into my first experience with Rosie’s, I was a little nervous but the team leader Robyn, put Peyton, Lucas, and myself at ease. She told us everything to do, and made our role in helping much easier. As we were about to leave for the location , Robyn told us that these people we are going to meet are just like us, but along the road they ran into some bad luck. Which is what homeless people are, ordinary people. As we arrived to the location you could see twenty people waiting patiently for the van to arrive. When handing out the food, I was surprised at how polite they were. I remember one guy, who was the nicest person who I had ever met. At the end when all the food was running out, he went around to all the volunteers and thanked them for taking their time out of their lives and helping him and all the other people who were hungry. If you are thinking about going to Rosie’s, take my advice when I say it was a life changing event for me. I now view the world a little differently, and appreciate what I have and how lucky I am to be going to a great school, with a great family, in a great home. You too will get the same experience out of it as Peyton, Lucas, and myself did.

Two weeks ago, Amelia and i had the opportunity to be sponsored by the Rotary Club of Broadbeach to attend the annual Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment (RYPEN).

RYPEN is a weekend, leadership development camp for 14-16 year olds.

The camp consisted of numerous leadership and bonding activities, giving us the chance to grow and learn new things with people from across Queensland. Over the three days we had a number of guest speakers come and talk to us on an array of topics such as personal growth, determination, goal setting, resilience and leadership.

I would like to thank Miss Burgess and Rotary for this incredible experience and opportunity to attend.

If anyone is interested in this camp, I highly suggest you give it a go, you wont regret it!

I’M IN THE RIGHT TYPE OF MOOD…. RYPEN 2017

Molly Koschel and Amelia FawsittYear 10 and 11

RYPEN

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PeeR SuPPoRt

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YEAR 11 PEER SuPPoRT LEADERS ViSiT YEAR 7 STuDENTS oN CAMP

22 of our Year 11 Peer Mentors set out at 5:30am in the morning to visit their Year 7 buddies at camp. The early start did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of the senior students who had been eagerly awaiting the chance to spend the day strengthening the bonds they have already developed during their weekly visits during pastoral time.

It is important to note that there are over sixty Year 11 students who have taken the role of Peer Mentor this year. It is unfortunate that not all of them could come with us on the day, but the relationships they have fostered with the Year 7 students is of vital importance to the community spirit that Marymount is renowned for.

After a lengthy drive, we arrived at Mapleton where a full day’s activities awaited our Peer Mentors. The excitement that the arrival of our group brought to the Year 7 students was infectious. It warmed the heart to see the junior students embrace their senior counterparts which helped the Year 11s to shake off any lethargy created from the bus ride and set about enjoying their time with the Year 7s.

The rest of the day was a truly wonderful experience as I wandered from group to group watching the students partake in the full array of activities on offer. From canoeing to orienteering, team initiatives to bush skills, archery to indoor rock climbing and the giant swing to the flying fox, at every turn I encountered an atmosphere of positivity, support and fun. It was amazing to see the Peer Mentors not only getting involved in the activities, but taking the time to interact with the Year 7s, to get to know them and to share in their experience.

On several occasions, I saw Year 11 students talking quietly with a Year 7 student who was unsure of their ability to complete one of the activities. It was touching to see how gentle and caring our students were, providing encouragement and a shoulder to lean on. Then, on the successful completion of the activity, the sheer pride of the Year 7 student and genuine appreciation of the support they had been given was a joy to behold.

All too soon it was time for the 11s to get back on the bus and begin the long trek home. The vibe on the bus was jubilant and satisfied. Our goal for the day was to make sure every Year 7 student felt safe, supported and that they had fun. From my vantage point, it was very much mission accomplished. I was very proud of the Peer Mentors and feel confident that they will continue to exert a positive influence over the Year 7s.

A great vote of thanks goes to Mr Browne, not only for driving the bus on the day, but for being the instigator of the Peer Mentor program. His continued support is very much appreciated.

Matt CarrollHead of Year 11

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NatioNal RecoNciliatioN Week

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National Reconciliation Week occurred this week (May 27 – June 3). it began on Saturday with the 50th Anniversary of the 1967 Referendum of the Aboriginal questions. Over 90% of Australia’s population voted ‘Yes’ which opened a door; it allowed the Australian Government to change the Constitution so it could be involved in the affairs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander peoples.

This meant the government could make specific laws that applied to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples that could assist in addressing inequalities. One of the most important outcomes of the referendum was to provide Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples with a symbol of recognition. The recognition of inequalities and giving the Australian Government the power to address them gave the 1967 referendum longstanding significance for all Australians.

Reconciliation Week ends on June 3 and and commemorates the High Court of Australia’s landmark Mabo decision in 1992, which legally recognised that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a special relationship to the land—a relationship that existed prior to colonalisation and still exists today. This recognition paved the way for land rights or Native Title. The Mabo case ran for 10 years. On 3 June 1992, the High Court of Australia decided that terra nullius should not have been applied to Australia. This decision recognised that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have rights to the land – rights that existed before the British arrived and can still exist today. The Mabo decision was a turning point for the recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ rights, because it acknowledged their unique connection with the land. It also led to the Australian Parliament passing the Native Title Act in 1993.

The College’s Indigenous students have been preparing for this week by learning traditional painting techniques as well as discussing the significant days which occur during the week. Some junior members of the College Mob confidently led the prayer at assembly this week sharing the story of Reconciliation Week with students at the College. Some of the College

Mob were special guests alongside Mr Noonan and Mr Shaw at the Marymount Primary School Reconciliation Week assembly on Wednesday morning. At this assembly our Mob Captain Tom Weatherall, presented a dance titled ‘River’ which the primary students thoroughly enjoyed. We hope that all of these activities have assisted students, staff and parents to consider how they can create a more reconciled Australia this week.

Marymount College Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)

Marymount College would like to begin the journey of creating a Reconciliation Action Plan or RAP. A RAP is a formal statement showing a positive commitment to reconciliation, including practical actions to build strong relationships and enhance respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and non-Indigenous Australians. At the school level we will need to develop our vision and actions that will increase respect, reduce prejudice and strengthen relationships between the College community and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community. We are now seeking staff, parents and friends, particularly anyone of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, to join us on the MMC RAP Committee. The committee will meet once a term, initially to discuss the College’s vision and subsequently to draft our RAP. Please email me at lamitchell@marymount.qld.edu.au to express your interest.

Lauren Mitchell Mentor Teacher for indigenous Students

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NatioNal RecoNciliatioN Week PoetRy

The doors have opened to a new world,

Its doesn’t matter,

Boy or girl,

Sister or brother,

Black or white,

We are now one,

We now have rights.

This reconciliation is to my brothers,

My sisters, and others,

It is time to reunite,

For what is right.

We have been noticed,

Recognised in this world,

Everything is now in focus,

Every dark boy and every dark girl.

Colour doesn’t matter,

No shame,

We can walk with pride,

And without being called names,

The world has woken,

For the better,

Racial views are unspoken,

So we gather together.

Written by Claire Peacock - Year 9

Heads held high,

Keep them up we shall

Come brother, come sister

No matter the colour

We are all together

What we lost is returned,

The friendship we yearned

The black, the white,

We all have rights

Now finally it came

Recognition, no shame

Our future, the sun

We shine our light

Igniting the future

Shading the past,

Together as one,

Recognised, but not dwelled

For the future is bright

Written by Eliza Jones - Year 9

All doors now open

That were long closed,

Shows restoration

Of friendly relation,

Waiting for years to show.

So glad for the new tomorrow

And let the sorrow,

Stay in the past.

Let the old times perish

And the new times flourish.

New rights will be greeted,

With new friendship becoming treated,

As this is the brand new dream time

And this is the free world

We now belong to.

Written by Tayla Willis - Year 9

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Reconciliation:

The restoration of friendly relations. (when a group of friends come together)

Hoping for the Best

I hear the birds chirping,

Insects quirking,

As I sit on my wonky, brown chair.

Admiring the view and morning dew.

I look up to the sky, imagining wonder,

Wonder for a complete country.

No war, no nasty comments

But just love for each other.

People need to be full of companionship,

And not just battleship.

Laughing and photographing the fun times

And forgetting about the past.

I hear the thud of my mum’s voice,

Begging for me to come.

I forget about my hopes and dreams for a better country,

I can only hope they come true.

Written by Ellie Beer - Year 9

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Social Dance - Year 7, 8 & 9

Aloha from the school social, The Hawaiian themed disco was held at the Doyle Centre on Thursday night last week, for the Years 7-9s. The night was field with fun, laughter and dancing. There was a good turn out and it was good to see a lot of students were dressed for the theme.

Briana Briski Year 9 insider

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hiStoRy

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Last Tuesday, Year 7 took part in a history workshop all about Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.

We learnt about the lifestyle and roles of people during this era, for example, the roles of men and women. The most interesting part was learning what it was like to be a Spartan warrior. Spartan warriors were feared warriors due to their entire lives being dedicated to training. We also learnt about gladiators, in this case, a gladiator called Amazonia. Originally a slave, Amazonia’s master wanted her to become a gladiator, so her master hired someone to train her. She made it to the Colosseum and won in front in the Emperor. It was really interesting hearing the stories of these warriors and gladiators, and I hope to do something like this again.

Zara NunanYear 7 student

‘Shake and Stir’ is an Australian theatrical organisation performing shows, not only for children, but professional shows that tour around Australia. Three performers came to our school to perform a play about the difficult first day of high school, and included anti-bullying themes and advice about finding good friendship groups. It was very humorous, and all three actors played multiple characters, encouraging the audience join in too. The show was really enjoyable and educational.

YEAR 7 HiSToRY WoRKSHoP

SHAKE AND STiR

It was really interesting hearing the stories of these warriors and gladiators, and I hope to do something like this again.

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Year 8 night of living hiStorY UpDate

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• Remembertobringtoschoolinthemorning:

• Abannerornamesignforyourhistoricalperson

• Anyphotos/images/posters/quotes/props

• Fabric/cardboard/paperforuseasyourbackdrop

• Oldsheet/tablecloth/lengthofmaterialforthedesk

• Atleast6questionsinasuitablecontainer

• Anygiveawaysinasuitablecontainer(bringvaluableitems

• andedibleitemsonthenight)• Dressmakerpins–withcoloured

heads

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Next Monday 5 June, your Year 8 son or daughter will bring with them to school all the items needed to set up their display during the day. They should bring their display items to the Doyle Centre Gym when they arrive at school Monday morning and leave them in an area under the sign for their class. Any valuable items or edible giveaways should be brought with you and set up on the night.

Students will set up their display board and table in a specified lesson during the day, as follows:

• Period 1 - 8HUM8 Mrs Sewell’s class • Period 2 – 8HUM1 Mrs Gorman’s class and

8HUM3 Mrs Cooper’s class• Period 3 - 8HUM6 Mrs Garner’s class • Period 4 - 8HUM5 Ms Mullins’ class and 8HUM7

Mrs Gorman’s class during their RE lesson• Period 6 - 8HUM4 Mrs Sewell’s class and

8HUM2 Ms Mullin’s class during their English lesson

Night of Living History - Monday 5 June Arrive 6:45pm for 7:00pm start

Parents and care-givers please note – students will gather in the theatrette at 6.45 prior to processing onto the stage once all guests have entered the Doyle Centre. Students with valuable or edible items for their display may arrive no earlier than 6.30 and go into the Doyle quickly to drop these items off. The doors to the Doyle Centre will open for parents and guests promptly at 7:00 pm. A coffee van will be available on the grassed area outside the Doyle Centre and water will be sold on the night.

Looking forward to seeing you on the night.

Kind regards,

Cheryl FraserHead of Humanities Department

For Week 8 Monday 5 June

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Year 9 Science excUrSion - cUrrUmbin SanctUarY

It was a beautiful sunny day for the year 9 excursion to ‘Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.’ I enjoyed looking at all the different animals. I also learnt a lot watching the bird and reptile show. It was an enjoyable day for all.

Briana Briski Year 9 insider

On Friday 26 May, Year 9 went on an educational, science excursion to ‘Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.’

During the excursion, students were able to examine different animals, focusing on what they had learnt this term. This included: ecosystems, adaptations and classification. We looked at the animals in person: visually learning what their adaptations were, how they are affected by other living and non-living things, and observing how they acted in their environments. I enjoyed learning many fascinating facts about a range of animals that I had not yet known.

Shalayne SmithYear 9 insider

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yeaR 10 caReeRS Day

YEAR 10 GoLD CoAST CAREERS ExPo

The help and advice that I was given while at the Expo was invaluable.

Year 10 students at Marymount College, and schools across the Gold Coast and Brisbane attended the Careers Expo in Broadbeach earlier this month.

The Careers Expo portrayed a wide variety of opportunities and available jobs in the outside world. It was very intriguing to see the different paths available for the future of our generation such as medical, musical and technological. I can’t wait to see where we all end up in the future and what lies ahead from attending this experience.

Annabel GrovesYear 10 insider

There were plenty of different opportunities for students to find a career or pathway of their choice.

I have always been interested in either a career in nursing or automotive sales and I spoke to many people about my goals and future career choice. The help and advice that I was given while at the Expo was invaluable. I am really glad that I went to this expo because it helped with my vision for my future.

Ben CrillyYear 10 insider

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caReeRS uPDate

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SCHooL BASED TRAiNEESHiP VACANCY LiSTHOSPITALITY• Royal Pines Resort – Benowa• Little Elm Café – Ormeau• Fiddlers Green – Surfers• Presto’s Training Café –

Dreamworld• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Mannequins Café –Pacific Fair• Longboards Laidback Eatery

& Bar – Surfers Paradise• The Fish Shak – Broadwater• Soul Origin – Pacific Fair,

Robina Town Centre• The Press Café – Coomera W• Hoppy’s Handwash Café –

Mermaid Beach• The Lake Brewhouse Varsity L• Zarraffas – Carrara• Crema Espresso Runaway Bay• Paradise Resort – Surfers• Burleigh Sports Club• Café Campenile – Robina • The Coffee & Tea Factory• Oskars on Burleigh – Burleigh• Coolibah Downs Private

Estate – Mt Nathan• Hudson’s Café – Tugun• Jersey Mikes Subs – Benowa,

Mermaid Waters• Muffin Break – Burleigh• Gnocchi Gnocchi – Robina• Curry Express – Surfers• Shingle Inn – Elanora• Xenia Grill – Coolangatta• Sushi on James – Burleigh• Moonlight Indian Cuisine –

Ashmore• Latitude 28 – Surfers• JFK Woodfire Kitchen & Bar –

Burleigh Heads• Shiraz Authentic Persian

Restaurant – Surfers Paradise• Viet Garden Asian – Miami• Nerang Fair Cavery and Café • Tandoori Place – Surfers• Barrio Café – Burleigh Waters• Noodle Box – Robina• Crema Espresso – Main Beach• Royal Thai Hut – Pacific Pines• The Fish House – Burleigh• The Surfers Paradise Beach

Café – Surfers Paradise• Green Days Restaurant and

Bar – Ashmore• Feed the Earthlings Broadbch• Cowch Dessert Cocktail Bar –

Pacific FairBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Gold Coast Show – Bundall• Wholesale Toners Australia –

Burleigh Heads West• Reflections ResortCoolangatta• BUSINESS RETAIL• Prouds The Jewellers –

Westfield Helensvale, Robina Town Centre, The Pines

• Wold Cards & Gifts – Westfield Hsvale, Pacific Fair

• Lucky Dragon Newsagency – Australia Fair

• Go Vita – Australia Fair• TOURISM• Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • QDesk at Q1 – SurfersICT • Wholesale Toners Australia –

Burleigh Heads West

YEAR 10 WORK EXPERIENCE WEEK (19 – 23 JUNE)

Information has been mailed home confirming student placements including the employers contact details this week. Students are required to phone the workplace the week prior to their visit to confirm start and finish times, transport, dress code, and meal options. This contact will also provide a simple reminder to the employer to expect the student.

*REVISION* TAFE AT SCHOOL JULY 2017 COURSES

Due to recent changes to funding availability, and limited interest, unfortunately the 2017 July Intake of Schools courses (as advertised previously last week) have had to be withdrawn from offer. The only qualification remaining on offer is: Certificate II in Plumbing (Wednesday 8.00am – 3.30pm for 9 months) offer to Year 10 & 11

For further details visit www.tafegoldcoast.edu.au or phone 55818300. This decision is out of Marymount College’s control.

BOND UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Bond University’s Scholarship Program encompasses a range of full-fee and part-fee tuition remission scholarships available to students currently studying Year 12. Bond scholarships are awarded to the best and brightest students who have excelled academically, or in the areas of leadership, sport, arts and community enhancement.For more information visit bond.edu.au/scholarships.

BUNNINGS WAREHOUSE YEAR 10 SCHOOL BASED TRAINEESHIPS

It’s that time of year again, where Bunnings invites expressions of interest from students looking towards securing a Certificate III in Business (Retail) School Based Traineeship at the Burleigh Waters location. Bunnings will be running their induction session and training during the first week of the September holidays and it is compulsory that all trainees attend. Therefore students who are planning to go away during the September school holidays are consequently ineligible to apply. To apply, forward your cover letter and resume to Ms Terri Webster in the Marymount Careers Centre Email: terri.webster@marymont.qld.edu.au. For further details, visit the Careers Centre urgently.

CERT III IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & CARE

Amazing Education and Training is inviting interested students to submit an expression of interest for the Semester 2 intake with School Based Traineeship position placement at A Head Start Children’s Centre. For further details, see the Marymount Careers Centre.

CAREERS EXPO “LIFE SAVING” (TUESDAY 1 AUGUST 6.00PM – 8.00PM)

STUDENT AMBASSADORS

We would like to encourage any students who are interested in assisting on the evening of our Expo as Student Ambassadors to register with the Careers Centre as soon as possible. The role involves assisting the exhibitors with their set up, and providing them with hospitality throughout the evening. This is an opportunity to not only represent the College at one of the most eagerly attended events of the year, but also provides you with access to some of the Coast’s most influential employers, as well as academics from the vast majority of learning institutions within the state.

TRANSITION ADVISORS

We would like to invite parents\caregivers of our College who have already helped their older children to navigate through the senior years and beyond to come along and act as Transition Advisors to our less experienced parents. Only one-on-one advice will be required, within the casual friendly environment of the Expo. This is a concept we are hoping to add to this already popular event, and full support prior and throughout will be provided to those involved. We are thrilled that our P&F have already expressed their support, and hope to encourage other parents/caregivers to get involved. For further details and to register, contact Mr Jason Hamilton (Head of Careers & VET) via Email: jhamilton@marymount.qld.edu.au or phone 5586 1023.

PWR PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES

PWR has a long history producing some of the most highly skilled and dedicated tradespeople in the industry and currently have opportunities within:• Fabrication• Sheet Metal• Fitter & TurnerPWR will consider commencing current Year 12 students within School Based roles, and potentially progressing to full time apprenticeship positions. For further details and to apply, see the Careers Office today.

GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY SCHOOLGIRLS BREAKFAST

We were very grateful for the opportunity to accompany a group of our Year 10-12 girls up to the Griffith University Schoolgirls Breakfast last week which showcased study and career opportunities in sports specifically for females. The girls also benefited from the opportunity to become a little more familiar with the campus. We are working with Griffith University on having a day for our male students in the near future.

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‘it never gets easier you just get stronger’.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays before school, a small group of Year 12 students have been attending running club in preparation for the Gold Coast marathon in July. Some members of running club will be attempting the half marathon whilst others will be running the 10K. Morning’s are getting easier as the weeks have gone on, with two amazing and inspirational teachers Ms Hennigar and Ms Jacks by our side. On Tuesday mornings we meet at school at 6:30am for our long distances runs where we run 6K to 8K. Whereas on Thursdays we have been meeting at North

Burleigh to do some strength training along the beach. For some of us running didn’t come easy but through determination and hard work everyone has seen an improvement in themselves. “Initially at the start of running training I was at the ‘back of the pack’ but with self determination and the encouragement from my peers and the teachers I have come really far mentally and athletically.” (Daniel Waters Year 12 Student) As the day nears closer, with only 5 weeks to go, we are raring to go and feel more than prepared to run our race.

Stevie GradyYear 12 Student

Semester 2 AGCC interschool Trials

Semester 2 AGCC Interschool Sport trials commenced yesterday afternoon. Round 1

of the AGCC Interschool Sport Competition commences in Week 1 of Term 3. Students who have chosen tennis as their interschool sport require their own tennis racket; while students participating in soccer and futsal are required to bring their own shin pads, and purchase a pair of the college football socks. Boys playing rugby league will also need to purchase a pair of the college football socks and provide their own mouth guard.

Term 2, 2017 Sport Dates

Tuesday 6 June – South Coast Region Cross Country Championships, Runaway Bay Sports Complex

Cherie AndersenHead of Sport

oz Tag Grand Final

It was a nail biting finish to the Oz Tag grand final on Thursday afternoon. After a very tough match between Marymount and Assisi College, the game ended in a draw. The final score at the end of the day was 5-5. Congratulations to both teams. What a way to finish the summer sports!

Briana BriskiYear 8 insider

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RuGBY LEAGuE: 1ST xiii WEEKLY REViEW

With 10 regular starters out of this Monday night’s match against Aquinas College it was always going to be tough. However, as we are discovering, this is just the way the boys like it.

Confraternity positions were on the line for several positions and the boys were keen to put their best foot forward.

The support our teams are receiving each week is growing which is a testament to the wonderful way in which Marymount staff, students and families are supporting our boys.

With one round to go before the semi-finals we encourage even more supporters to make their way to the Burleigh Bears Juniors – Pizzy Park next Wednesday night for our fixtures which have the 1st xiii (v Keebra Park SHS) and 2nd xiii (v Elanora SHS) both playing at 4.45pm followed by the u15s (v Keebra Park SHS) at 5.45.

This week’s 1st XIII match was against a much improved Aquinas team looking to turn their season around. The Makos let an early try in to a rampaging Aquinas front rower which was subsequently converted leaving Marymount behind at 0-6. The team, who were this week led by centre Bryce Kennedy had to dig deep to ensure they overcame a highly energetic opposition as well as a mounting penalty count.

A well-engineered try to fullback Ben Willetts (converted by five-eighth Cole Geyer) levelled the scores at 6 a piece at the end of the first stanza. The boys were clear in their understanding of how important it was that they stuck to the game plan and remained patient in the second half if they were to get the job done.

The second-half started very well with a bullocking try to front-rower Jack Davidson followed by another well-deserved 4 pointer to hooker Harry Bryant. Geyer converted one of these to take us to a 16-6 lead. Defence, once again, proved the integral ingredient during the remainder of the match with the Makos forced to repel wave after wave of Aquinas attack. There is no substitute for line speed in these situations.

Marymount managed to keep the opposition scoreless in the second half to finish victorious 16-6. The most pleasing part of this performance was seeing how well the team pulled together without many regular members. The work that they have been doing since last October is now paying dividends.

Congratulations to Willetts who received 14 players’ player votes to be named our man of the match. Other players who were amongst the votes included back rower Zai Harris (1), front-rower Reegan Creedy (1), Geyer (2) and Bryant (4).

Well done to all.

Up the Makos!!!

Jason Hamilton/Matt Geyer Coaches

The boys at the BBQ on Wednesday this week, raising money to assist with Confro expenses

Date: Saturday 9 September 2017

Time: 3:30pm-6:30pm

Venue: Marymount College Library & Resource Centre

Cost: $30 - Ticket price includes canapes, and drinks (beer, wine, cider and soft drinks)

Contact Details: info@marymount.qld.edu.au

www.facebook.com/MarymountCollegeAlumni/

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presentations by leading Australian scientists and engineers.

This is a Rotary Youth Services Project, supported by the Australian Science Teachers Association and The Young Scientists of Australia. Local Rotary clubs are often willing to sponsor

students to attend, so please contact your local Rotary club for details, if funding is required.

Further information and application forms are available from your school science teacher or The ConocoPhillips Science Experience website www.scienceexperience.com.au or by phoning 03 9756 7534 or email; admin@scienceexperience.com.au. The ConocoPhillips Science Experience, PO Box 158 Monbulk Vic 3793.

Nationwide STEM outreach program for Students in year 9 or 10 in 2017

Enjoy 3 or 4 days of science, engineering,

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Hear leaders in science, technology

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Financial assistance maybe available for those who require it through the

local Rotary club.

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