Marian Catholic College 185 WAKADEN STREET, GRIFFITH NSW 2680

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WEBSITE: www.mccww.catholic.edu.au

No 32

Week 4 Friday 14 October 2016

The feast dedicated to "Our Lady of the Rosary" was instituted by Pope Pius V. It was to commemorate the anniversary of the defeat of the Turkish fleet at the battle of Lepanto on the first Sunday in October 1571. The Feast was later moved to the fixed date of October 7. In fact, the entire month of October is dedicated to encouraging the praying of the Rosary and reflecting on the mysteries of the Christian faith which it memorializes.

The birth of the Rosary had, in a sense, already occurred in the Angelic Salutation, when Gabriel the Archangel said to Mary: "Hail, favoured one! The Lord is with you" (Lk 1:28). St. Gabriel, sensing that Mary was troubled by his message, tells her she has "found favour with God" (1:30). And, upon hearing of the wondrous, unfathomable event of which she was about to partake, the sweet Virgin responded with beautiful simplicity and obedience: "Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord, may it be done to me according to your

word" (1:38).

Dear Parents, Students and Friends,

The final term has arrived for 2015. During the holiday the maintenance staff have once again been very busy with improvements and the gardens are looking lovely. A large number of classrooms and our library, named as The Mercy Sisters Resource Centre has new furniture. The rooms have interlocking desks which provide opportunities for collaboration or shared learning to easily take place. My thanks to the Catholic Schools Office, Wagga Wagga for making the funds available.

Year 12 began their HSC Exams yesterday Thursday October 9 and continue until Friday November 4. I ask that all in the Marian community keep our Year 12 students in your prayers.

Last Wednesday, the 2017 Student Leadership Team was inducted. Our Chaplain, Fr Christian provided a blessing and their leadership pledge was made in front of staff, students and parents. It is now their opportunity to show public leadership. I mentioned in my address that the Marian Catholic College Vision Statement includes the sentence, “Embracing Mary’s way of courageous acceptance, we fulfil Christ’s promise of ‘The Way,The Truth and The Life’…” Their challenges as good leaders includes being courageous in being role models for all. I asked them to reflect and pray, seeking God’s guidance in all they do. They will also be working on a wide variety of portfolios encompassing the College Mission Statements in the Area of Faith, Learning, Care, Service and Stewardship.

I wish them every success in their endeavours. We pray that they continue to be blessed by God in the important roles they undertake.

Leadership Team 2017

College Captains - Erin Golden and Daniel Parise

College Vice Captains - Megan Beecher and Jack Martin

House Captains

Brendan Caleb Biondo and Brady Chambers

Marcellin - Daniel Arcifa and Binit Shrestha

McCauley - Jaclyn Agostini and Emanuel Talia

Patrick - Sabine Mazzarolo and Alex Glennon

Year 12 Prefects 2017

Joyal Abraham, Gorav Bains, Melissa Bortolin, Veniana Caqusau, Tom Catanzariti, Sarah Connelly, Luke Franco, Megan Minato, Briana O’Keeffe, Elizabeth Portolesi (Music Prefect), Isabella Quarisa, Ashton Savage, Miracle Tie Tie, Lauren Zanesco

Congratulations to Delroy Kasawya who finished 1st in the 800m for under 12. Delroy is now off to compete in the Nationals in Canberra in December. Another congratations goes to Claire Murray who has been selected to play in the Under 18's NSW Country/ACT Female cricket team for the Under 18's Nationals in Hobart in November.

Peace and Best Wishes

Principal

Learning and Teaching News

2016 HSC commences

The HSC exams started on Thursday this week. Thank you to Belinda Aventi for organising a very special liturgy to pray for Year 12 on Thursday morning. It was a wonderful opportunity for parents, students and staff to light a candle and offer a prayer of petition for the HSC exams.

We would all like to wish Year 12 the best of luck with the rest of their exams. Students should feel proud of the way they have worked and should feel confident that their hard work will be rewarded. Parents, please remind your children not to fear the exams. They are a fair test of a student’s knowledge and efforts and there should not be any surprises.

It is very important that parents and Year 12 students contact the school if there is anything happening that may affect a student’s ability to achieve their best in the exam. By keeping the school “in the loop” we can take all necessary steps to ensure that an illness or misadventure is not jeopardising a student’s results. In the case of any event (illness/misadventure—please see the HSC Rules and Procedures guide) please contact the school to speak to Alan Le Brocque or myself. It is important to remember that it is always preferable for a student to sit their exam if possible and to apply for special consideration on the day.

Tips for parents to help their child during the HSC period

The HSC exams commenced on Thursday 12th October 2016 and run for several weeks concluding on Friday 4th November 2016. It is likely that many students will experience a range of emotions during this period. The following tips are some ideas on how parents can assist their child during this time:-

Create a calm and quiet home environment and ensure the student’s study area is free from interruptions and distractions

Ensure your child is eating a balanced, healthy diet Encourage your child to get a normal night’s sleep Encourage your child to maintain a regular study schedule throughout the entire exam period and be lenient

about household chores Be supportive and talk to your child about their exam fears and concerns Build your child’s confidence by reminding them about their strengths and past successes to help alleviate anxiety If parents have any concerns about their child during this exam period, please contact Mr Lawler, Mrs Segrave or myself.

Year 11 to Year 12 in Term 4

Year 11 students are making the transition into Year 12 in Term 4. They have been receiving back their Final Preliminary Exams and this feedback should help to inform the students of any changes they need to make to their study routines in order to succeed in their HSC Year.

Some students may be disappointed. This may be an indication of the need for more organisation with their study and better time management through the use of a regular study schedule.

Other students may be affirmed through their results and learn that they need to continue their diligent approach in order to maintain their success.

Some students may be considering dropping a subject. It is important that both students and parents understand the benefits of completing 12 units in the HSC year. It is compulsory to have 10 units in the HSC year and all of these contribute to the student’s ATAR. Having 12 units means that the best 10 units contribute to the ATAR score. The extra 2 units can serve as a buffer to minimise any damage, should the student face an issue with one exam and not do as well in one subject as they hoped for. Students should think very carefully and seek advice before making any decisions in relation to subject changes.

Christie Scoble Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching

CANTEEN ROSTER TERM 4 2016

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

17 October 18 October 19 October 20 October 21 October

T Savage K De Martin L Quinn

A Mazzarolo D Marcon P Nunn

J Murray R Keenan L Gullotta

M Portolesi K Yardley F Virgara

L Rovere E Menegon S Ngxiki J Javier

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

17 October 18 October 19 October 20 October 21 October

HSC exams continue

HSC exams continue

HSC exams contin-ue

HSC exams continue Year 7 Altina Wildlife Park Excursion

HSC exams continue

PRAYERS PLEASE

Please keep our Year 12 students in Your prayers as they sit their HSC

exams.

We pray for any families in our community who have lost loved ones or

are suffering illnesses.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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Years 10, 12. Sydney cam-

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apprentice.

Applicants must be Enthusiastic, reliable, willing to learn this trade, TAFE

will be in Wagga.

Applicants need to email their Application plus Resume, my details are

below.

year 12 students

Sonia Rinaldo

Apprenticeships Field Consult sonia.rinaldo@megt.com.au www.megt.com.au

DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY & INDUSTRIAL MULTI MEDIA EXHIBITION

Congratulations to all our Year 12 Design & Technology and Industrial Multi Media students in designing and producing quali-ty Major Works.

An Exhibition was held in the Marra Marra on Thursday 15th September, where all the students were given the opportunity to showcase their Major Works & Folio’s. Again, the projects were all unique, incorporating a wide range of materials, skills and technologies.

A wonderful effort by all!! We wish them all the best for the upcoming exams and that they achieve rewarding success.

Jamie Gibbs, Lee Summerville & Maureen Shannon

Griffith Multicultural Fashion Parade 2016

Introducing traditional and modern clothing from different cultures

The 2016 fashion parade will showcase the diversity of the different

cultures here in Griffith, and members of the community will be sharing

their stories through their Traditional clothing, music and dance.

The Fashion parade will commence at 11.15 am

Multicultural Community Festival 2016

Introduction for Marian Catholic College Performers

Time of performance - 11:55am Straight out of Marian Catholic College, we have three exciting and

enthusiastic Bollywood Dancers who will be representing their clothing with a vibrant display of cultural pride through their dance and music.

Please welcome Afarin Pathran, Yashvi Patel, and Vyapti Pancholi. Time of performance – 1:40 pm The famous Jackson family here in Griffith who we all know are the Tuiaki

Family of 14. This family is very talented in sport, singing, performance and dance. They are representing Marian Catholic College, and Griffith Public School. Today the wonderful Tuiaki family will perform their item through music and dance that means, welcoming people into their culture and how they define themselves as Tongans. The song displays this message of welcome to Tonga. Dedicating this dance to

Introducing, Fanga, Leni, Wyclif, Louisa, Time of performance – 2:40 pm To showcase their Indian Culture, we have two creative

Students from Marian Catholic College, performing a Traditional Sikh dance with a Bhangra Mix. Introducing Tarnpreet Kaur, and Gunjan Bains

4. Time of performance – 2:46 pm

Bringing to you live, Paradise. These proud dancers who love to perform and represent their school, Marian Catholic College would like to present their contemporary dance, mixed with south pacific graceful hand movements, with a Tahitian hula.

Please welcome to the stage, Leni, Rossana, Shanuille, Louisa, Veniana, and Emma-lee.

5. Time of performance – 2:56 pm

Dola Re Dola is a song from the 2002 Indian romantic drama film. The song became an instant hit due to the unique dance duet between Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit, two of the leading actresses of the era.

Both are expressing the love and overwhelming happiness and joyful excitement though dance. Introducing their Hindu culture we have two amazing performers from Marian Catholic College, performing their duet live to you, is Mitvi

YEAR 7 ALTINA WILDLIFE EXCURSION

Thursday 20 October and Monday 24 October Year 7

Science students will be exploring Altina Wildlife as

part of their classification unit.

In this unit, students learn how to recognize and

organize different organisms on their physical

characteristics.

At Altina Wildlife they will be looking at the kingdom,

Animalia, and learning how to group the animals into their different

species.

Students are required to return their green excursion notes with the

payment of $35.00.

Esther Dumbleton

Science Department

PASTORAL CARE NEWS Welcome to term IV. I hope everyone enjoyed their break and got to spend some quality time with family and friends. The break would have been even more special if your beloved football team was able to claim victory.

Please spare a thought for those who are feeling the impact and effects of the current floods and given that October is “Mental Health Awareness Month”; it reinforces the message of

looking out for your mates and asking if they are OK? Currently there are some brilliant documentaries being aired on television (particularly ABC) to acknowledge and destigmatise many of the myths associated with mental health. A variety of topics are covered and designed not only to provide access to resources and information for supporting others but just as important; identifying the need for “Self Care”. Basically, this is any activity that you do voluntarily which helps you maintain your physical, mental or emotional health. It can help you feel healthy, relaxed and ready to take on your work and responsibilities.

This Saturday many of our students are actively participating in the Griffith Multicultural Festival at Memorial Park. The day is a celebration or dance, art, fashion, music, food and all that is wonderful about our cultural diversity. Please come and support the students and enjoy what promises to be a wonderful day.

I would also like to wish the year 12 students the best of luck as they commence their HSC exams. Remember to be kind to yourself and keep an appropriate balance in all that you do.

I hope everyone has a happy & safe weekend and that the sun shines brightly wherever you are xxx.

Regards Sue Hone

Pastoral Care Worker

Promise Yourself To be so strong that nothing can disturb your

peace of mind.

To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to

every person you meet.

To make all your friends feel that there is

something in them

To look at the sunny side of everything and make

your optimism come true.

To think only the best, to work only for the best,

and to expect only the best.

To be just as enthusiastic about the success of

others as you are about your own.

To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to

the greater achievements of the future.

To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and

give every living creature you meet a smile.

To give so much time to the improvement of

yourself that you have no time to criticise others.

To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too

strong for fear, and too happy to permit the

presence of trouble.

To think well of yourself and to proclaim this

fact to the world, not in loud words but great

deeds.

To live in faith that the whole world is on your

side so long as you are true to the best that is in

you.

ART CLUB

The art staff will be hosting an Art Club every Thursday afternoon from 3:30 till 4:30. Students will have the opportunity to work on class assessments or their own creative project. All are encouraged to attend, even if not currently studying the subject (however these students will be required to bring specialised materials eg canvases). We look forward to seeing what masterpieces you can create!

Miss Frost & Mrs Duncan

Marian Catholic College Choir is changing

practice time to

EVERY TUESDAY 8am in D4

Our aim is to expand our repertoire so anyone who likes to sing is welcome to join us there is no audition required! It is a great way to meet new people and be introduced to new genres of

music!

Please see Mr Segrave or Mrs Aventi for more

details

UNIFORM SHOP NEWS! If you have a child in Year 7 in 2017, or your child has outgrown their blazer please make an appointment for a fitting at the uniform shop before Wednesday 20 October 2016. Appointment times are: Monday 24 October, Tuesday 25 October, Wednesday 26 October - 8am-12noon Thursday 27 October, Friday 28 October - 3.30pm - 5.30pm Monday 31 October, Tuesday 1 November, Wednesday 2 November - 8am - 12noon Thursday 3 November, 4 November - 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Appointments will not be taken after the 20 October 2016. The Uniform Shop will be open on 11 October 8 am to 12 noon. Please Call the uniform shop Mon, Tues, Wed, between the hours of 8am - 12noon on 69692432 to make your bookings. Thankyou Raeleen Uniform Co-Ordinator

CAREERS NEWS

Casual driveway attendants required at F

& RN McNabb Caltex.

Students should be 16 years and older

and should contact Wayne or David at

Caltex with their resume between 8.30—

4.00 weekdays