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EMMANUEL COLLEGE COMMUNITY
News
Dear Parents and Friends
Issue No. 1 22 Jan, 2021
Welcome to the 2021 school year at Emmanuel, with a special welcome to new students and parents.
Best wishes to our Year 7 students as they commence their secondary studies. Classes for all students
commence on Monday, 1 February at 8.30am. An update with regard to COVIDSafe management will be
sent prior to the above commencement date.
Well done again to the Class of 2020 on their inspiring efforts through the challenges of 2020 and their
impressive results. Congratulations to Mark Jakubiec, College Dux and Brophy Scholar, on his outstanding
ATAR ranking of 99.8. As College Brophy Scholar for 2020, Mark receives $1000 per year for three years of
his Doctor of Optometry studies at the University of Melbourne. Well done to all our General Excellence
in Academic Achievement Awardees, ranked in the top 10% in the State, on their incredible dedication
and hard work:
Notre Dame Campus
Bianca Cogliandro, Bachelor of Commerce/Law, Deakin University; Abigail Dinan, Bachelor of Arts,
University of Melbourne; Yu Leong, Bachelor of BioMedicine, Monash University; Rhea Chatterji, Bachelor
of Arts, University of Melbourne; Anthony Morlin, Bachelor of Arts, University of Melbourne; Gabriel
Dela Cruz, Bachelor of Chemical Engineering, RMIT; Jacob Dahdah, Bachelor of Science/Arts Monash
University.
St Paul’s Campus
Ibraheem Ali, Bachelor of Financial Planning, RMIT; Nathan Vuong, Bachelor of Commerce, University of
Melbourne; Neville Cheong, Bachelor of Science, University of Melbourne; Louis Nguyen, Bachelor of
Engineering, RMIT; Nikolas Marjanovic B Design/Urban Planning, University of Melbourne.
It was pleasing to note that the Class of 2020 outperformed the State in ATAR outcomes.
With the continuing growth of the College, and a number of colleagues taking leave over this year, we
welcome new members to our teaching team:
Notre Dame Campus
Mses. Linna Abdi, Maree Cody, Airlie Runnalls, Rachel English, Isobel Gardner-Chan, Emily Wright, Linh
Phan, Hayley Canton; and Messrs. Martin Joncevski, Henryk Slosarski, Brady Hamilton, Keenan Gatens,
and Yoxford Rous.
St Paul’s Campus
Mses. Caitlin Bilogrevic, Kay Sawyer, and Messrs. Nick Kiannies, Paul Abdallah, Daniel Taylor, and
Cameron Fennell.
Welcome also to Ms. Carla Solarino who joins our learning support team and to Messrs. Angelo Castillo
and Will Casey who join our Digital Services Team, Mr. Tim Stephens who has joined our building and
maintenance team, and Ms. Denise Wong and Mr. John Fallon who have joined our student counselling
team this year.
It is fair to say that the rule of law and a commitment to liberal democracy is under significant pressure in
many countries around the world. We should never take for granted the freedoms and democratic
institutions we enjoy in Australia. Emmanuel College affirms its adherence to the principles and practices
of Australian democracy, including a commitment to:
• Elected government,
• The rule of law,
• Equal rights of all before the law,
• Freedom of religion,
• Freedom of speech and association,
• The values of openness and tolerance.
The safety of members of our College community and the security and integrity of our College assets is of
utmost importance. The Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) system at Emmanuel College operates with the
intention of providing staff, students and visitors with a safe environment in which they can work and
study. Those attending the College are notified of the operation of CCTV through signage indicating that
each campus is protected by video surveillance.
Principals Message cont’d
It is wonderful to see the impressive quality of construction over the Christmas break with the development, at Notre Dame Campus, of the
south-east services and sports precinct and the impressive progress of the Perigueux building construction, and the renovations to the
Jubilee building façade and stairways at St Paul’s Campus.
A reminder that Monday classes conclude at 2.45pm, each week, prior to staff professional development sessions. Please also note that the
College office at each campus will be closed until 11am on Wednesday 27 January during the staff meeting.
The feast day of Blessed William Chaminade, founder of the Marianist Order, was recently celebrated. May we imitate him as we follow
Mary’s example in bringing the Good News of her son, Jesus, to our world.
I look forward to working with you in the exciting year ahead.
Christopher Stock
Principal
Campus Leaders
A warm welcome back to Emmanuel College in 2021, with a special welcome to our new staff and students this year. After a difficult and
challenging 2020, we trust that the summer holidays provided an opportunity to rest, relax and reset, and that you are all poised for an
excellent start to the new year. We pray that the students in our care grow in knowledge, skills and the ability to live in harmony together.
We are excited at the prospect of all we can achieve over the school year.
You will find a wealth of important information below to help prepare you for the year ahead.
First Day
Year 7 students will commence their Orientation Morning on Thursday 28 January from 8.30 - 11.00am. Year 7 Students at NDC are to
gather in the Hall in the Quiroga Building and SPC gather in the McCoy Hall. The day has been designed to ensure that all the girls and boys
feel comfortable and confident in their new surroundings and know where to go on the first full day of school. There is no school on Friday
29 January. The Orientation Program for Year 7s will continue on Monday 1 and Tuesday 2 February. Students can progressively bring in
books on these two days.
School commences for all other year levels on Monday 1 February at 8.30am for all students. Students to go directly to their Homeroom.
New students in Years 8 to 12, at both campuses, are asked to go to the Office where a member of their House will connect with students
and will take them to their Homeroom.
On this first day students may receive a considerable amount of paperwork. Please read this documentation, sign as necessary and return it
to the College on Tuesday 2 February.
Please note that significant time and consideration was put into developing the Year 7 to 9 Roll Classes. Movement from a Roll Class will only
be considered if supported by medical advice.
A reminder that the canteen will operate from Monday 1 February at both campuses.
Homeroom Teachers, House Leaders, Pastoral Leaders and Campus Leaders 2021
As a first port of call, your Child’s Homeroom Teacher is the appropriate person to contact with any concerns. Homeroom Teachers are
supported by the House Leaders, Pastoral Leaders and Campus Leaders. Please refer to the listings at the end of the newsletter detailing the
staff in each role, relevant to your child.
Drop Off and Pick Up
Notre Dame Campus
Parents are encouraged to drop off and pick up their child at a distance from the College, in Inverloch Drive, or other nearby streets.
Foxwood Drive will be very congested at these times, as both Notre Dame and the school adjacent have similar start and finish times. Please
be aware that the Campus car park is not to be used for dropping off or picking up students, however you may park there if you have other
College business.
The Campus will be supervised by a Yard Duty teacher from 8.10am; please do not arrange for your son or daughter to arrive earlier.
Campus Leaders cont’d
St. Paul’s Campus
Parents are reminded that parking is not permitted in the College car park. Pick up and drop off points are on the southern end of
Chambers Road. Traffic regulations apply.
Information Meetings
Evening Information Meetings are planned at both St. Paul’s and Notre Dame Campuses for Monday 8 February for Year 7 and 12 parents as
well as parents of students new to Emmanuel College across the other year levels. This session will provide the opportunity for parents to
meet with their child’s Homeroom Teacher/House Leader and hear details of what is in store for their child in the year ahead. Please mark
this date on your calendar now and use this time to make a positive start to the year ahead. Further information will be distributed closer to
the date.
SPC Year 7 Camp
Note that the Year 7 camp for SPC is being held in Week 3 from Wednesday 10 – Friday 12 February. Forms for this camp have been sent
home and are easily accessible through Operoo.
It’s Not OK to Be Away – or Late
The College Pastoral Team will be specifically focused on lateness and absences this year. In order for students to learn, they need to be
here at school. We would ask parents to ensure that they support students to get to school on time each day, ready to start by 8.30am. We
know that every minute counts and that those minutes can quickly add up! Morning Homeroom is also an essential part of starting the day
off well by being organised, greeting classmates and being informed about special messages, arrangements and events.
When your child misses That equals… Which is….. And from Prep to Year 12,
just… equates to…
10 minutes a day 50 minutes of learning Nearly 1½ weeks per year Nearly ½ a year of school
each week
20 minutes a day 1 hour and 40 minutes of Nearly 2½ weeks per year Nearly a year of school
learning each week
30 minutes a day ½ a day of learning each 4 weeks per year Nearly 1½ years of school
week
60 minutes a day 1 whole day of learning 8 weeks per year or nearly Over 2½ years of school
each week a term a year.
Attendance Follow Up
As occurred in 2020, all absences will again be confirmed via SMS message to a mobile phone number where the College has not been
notified regarding a student’s absence. In order that this system works most efficiently, and to ensure prompt contact with families, it is
imperative that the contact details recorded at the College are correct at all times. Please ensure that your details are correct and notify the
Office promptly if you change your mobile telephone number and/or update your Operoo profile. The Attendance Officer will continue to
contact families who do not have access to a mobile phone.
Uniform
Emmanuel College takes great pride in our school and our students; uniform is another key focus for 2021. All students are expected to
demonstrate adherence to the Uniform Policy. The Uniform Policy is contained in the Student Handbook, which your child will receive at
school. Please read this, and all other information, during the first week of school to ensure that both you and your child are fully aware of all
the responsibilities and obligations of being an Emmanuel College student. Please sign the acknowledgement section in the student’s
handbook no later than Friday 12 February.
Students are required to wear the summer uniform in Term 1. As many of the girls have grown taller, they need to ensure that their summer
dresses are no more than 7cms above the knee. Boys are reminded that they must wear the College blazer if they choose to wear the shirt
and tie in preference to the summer shirt. Girls are reminded that they should not wear their jumper/cardigan as an outer garment with
their summer dress.
Also, a reminder that the spray jacket that was discontinued some years ago will no longer be acceptable as the sport jacket. Previous
uniform items will no longer be available from Noone Imagewear. Students will be permitted to mix and match with new uniform as
required.
Campus Leaders cont’d Hair/Piercing A reminder to students to ensure that their hair style and colour is appropriate for returning to school. No remnants of any extreme experiments left over from the holidays should be in evidence. Students and families are also reminded that the only piercing that is permitted at school is a single plain stud earring worn in the ear lobe only. No other piercings are permitted. The only jewellery permitted is a watch and a simple gold/silver cross necklace. Operoo (the old CareMonkey) As you know the College takes the health and safety of our students very seriously and in order to support this we use the parent-controlled electronic medical/excursion permission form for schools known as Operoo. An email has been sent to all new students at the College with instructions on how to set up Operoo for the first time. For students who already have a profile in Years 8-12, it is important that parents update this with any new medical conditions that the College needs to be aware of. Thank you for your support. SunSmart Policy All students participating in Health and Physical Education, ACC/SACCSS competition, excursions and outdoor activities are required to wear the approved College head wear. Students are also encouraged to be protected when walking to and from school and at recess and lunch times. The College has a number of options available to students: baseball cap, bucket hat or wide brimmed cricket hat. Students who do not wear the appropriate head protection will not participate in these activities, as the College approved head protection is an integral and important part of the Emmanuel College sports uniform. As you are aware the College is associated with Michael Grose and his Parenting Ideas website. In each newsletter we include articles of interest from his Parenting Ideas website. This week’s article is about making a smooth transition to secondary school. Going to secondary school is both exciting and scary for many kids. There’s excitement about new friends, teachers and ventures, but this can be overshadowed by anxiety and stress. Parents are encouraged to refer to this website for future reference. Finally, we and staff feel privileged to work with you in the very important task of educating your daughters and sons. If you have any queries or questions please contact your child’s Homeroom Teacher on 8325 5100, or alternatively write a note in your child’s Student Handbook. We look forward to the year ahead and hope that 2021 is a successful and enjoyable year for all. David Barr, Chris O’Malley & Kelley Revelman
Leader of Mission Integration
This week, we remember Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, who founded the Marianist Family in 1801 and the Society of Mary in 1817. He
was born in 1761 and died on January 22 in 1850. Today, members of the Society of Mary are in ministry throughout the world. In 2000,
Pope John Paul II declared Chaminade “Blessed.” As a school community, let us recommit ourselves to living out our Marianist heritage today
and throughout the year. As Marianist’s it’s our calling to be world changers through innovation, adaptation and loving compassion. Let us
pray that all in our community help change the world, or the world for one person, as Blessed Chaminade dreamt we would.
On 10 January we celebrated the feast day of Adele de batz de Trenquelleon. Adele and some friends formed a spiritual union called the
"Little Society," which had as its goal to create a network of women who would support each other in their faith. The association grew
rapidly with Adele writing correspondence to the distant members, whilst also visiting the sick and inviting poor children from the country to
her home to care for them and teach them about the fundamentals of the Christian faith. In 1816, Adele renounced her inheritance and
rented part of an ancient convent in the local capital of Agen. In 1816 the Little Society and female members of Chaminade’s group formed
the Marianist Sisters that combine an impulse for mission work with a contemplative nature. The mission work was heavily focused on care
for the sick and the education of the poor. Adele De batz de Trenquelléon died in 1828 and was buried at the convent; her final words were:
"Hosanna to the Son of David!"
College Theme 2021
This year’s College theme is ‘Aspire not to have more, but to be more’ (St. Oscar Romero). Our Captains of Mission in Faith and Social Justice
aim to transform a theme into a movement. Together we pray in hope that our community will continue to grow into one filled with deeper
compassion, understanding, humility, empathy, love, sustainability, justice seeking and inclusion for all. We invite parents to also engage in
our theme but holding family discussions to unpack how this call to aspire to be more can be lived out in your home.
College Mission Captains 2021
It is with great pleasure that I announce the Captains of Mission in Faith and Social Justice for 2021:
Mission in Faith Captain St Paul’s Campus Hieu Vu
Notre Dame Campus Georgia Wedding
Mission in Social Justice Captain St Paul’s Campus Ajaay Venkadeswaran
Notre Dame Campus Jake Lee & Yadani Fekadu
I warmly congratulated these young people in pursuing their calling in their faith and social justice ministry, to lead their fellow students
throughout the year. The Church needs young leaders filled with spirit and determined to bring about a more just and love filled society. Our
Liturgy and Social Justice Leaders will assist in the organisation of masses and liturgies, faith events and activities which promote service,
justice and peace for all. One of their aims is to empower and support all students to become leaders of faith and social justice activities at
the College.
At the end of last year, all senior student leaders attended a Leadership Retreat during which they discussed and developed the necessary
skills of leadership and worked collegially to set goals and plan for 2021. I was constantly inspired by their ideas and energy, as well as their
desire to work with their fellow students to make Emmanuel College a wonderful place to be. With a passion for social justice, inclusion,
education, community building and care for others and the environment, this group of leaders will work hard this year to bring our
community together and encourage participation in the many activities and events which are held at the College each year.
A Marianist Sisters Prayer
O God, who called blessed Adéle to seek your Kingdom in this world through the pursuit of perfect charity, grant, we pray, through her
intercession that we may advance with joyful spirit along the way of love. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with
you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Peace,
Mark SciberrasVCE Early Leave 2021
As a consequence of the VCE Curriculum structure, and due to other College commitments, for example interschool sport, there are
timetabled days where no Period 4 classes have been assigned. At these times VCE students will be dismissed earlier than 3.10pm.
Generally, students are not expected to attend the College at these times, as outlined below. However, this time will be used regularly for
students to undertake School Assessed Coursework (SACs), therefore, no permanent commitment to any other activity should be planned,
students are not to use this time for a part-time/casual job. It is important that students use this time wisely. Students may use this time for
research, either in the college or an alternative library. It is assumed that students not involved in the above activities will make their way
home directly to start their homework or study.
YEAR 12
SPC Wednesday (Weeks A & B) & Friday (Week B only) all Year 12 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm
(except for students undertaking Specialist Maths, VET Music, Japanese, Religion & Society and Computing - Software Development
Unit 3 & 4 – these students will have early leave Tuesday Weeks A & B in lieu).
Friday (Week A only) all Year 12 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm
NDC Wednesday (Weeks A & B) & Friday (Week B only) all Year 12 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm
(except for students undertaking Specialist Maths, VET Music, Japanese, Religion & Society, Computing - Software Development
Italian & Literature Unit 3 & 4– these students will have early leave Tuesday Weeks A & B in lieu).
Friday (Week A only) all Year 12 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm
YEAR 11
SPC Wednesday (Weeks A & B) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm (unless student is undertaking Specialist Maths,
Vet Music, Japanese, Literature, Italian and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2– these students will have early leave Tuesday Weeks A & B in
lieu).
Thursday (Week A only) students undertaking Specialist Maths, Vet Music, Japanese, Italian, and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2 are
dismissed at 1.05pm.
Thursday (Week B only) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05pm (except for students undertaking a Yr. 12 Unit
3/4 subject).
Friday (Weeks A & B) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm (except Friday B for students undertaking Specialist
Maths, Vet Music, Japanese, Literature, Italian and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2).
NDC Wednesday (Weeks A & B) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm (unless student is undertaking Specialist Maths,
Vet Music, Japanese, Literature, Italian and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2– these students will have early leave Tuesday Weeks A & B in
lieu).
Thursday (Week A only) students undertaking Specialist Maths, Vet Music, Japanese, Italian, and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2 are
dismissed at 1.05pm.
Thursday (Week B only) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05pm (except for students undertaking a Yr. 12 Unit 3/4
subject).
Friday (Weeks A & B) all Year 11 students are dismissed from classes at 1.05 pm (except Friday B for students undertaking Specialist
Maths, Vet Music, Japanese, Literature, Italian and Theatre Studies Units 1 & 2).
SPC only: On Wednesdays, some Year 11 & 12 students will be involved in ACC and will be dismissed from classes at 12.25pm for away
games and 1.05pm for home games.
If you have any queries contact us on 8325 5100, or the appropriate House Leader.
Stephen Lunardelli Vince Crimi
SPC Campus Organiser NDC Campus OrganiserTechnology
The following table is designed to inform parents and students about the different types of tools and equipment used in the Technology
department at Emmanuel College.
Key
1. Find the Year level and unit title that your child will be studying.
2. A indicates that this particular tool or piece of equipment is likely be used in the subject.
3. A X indicates that this particular tool or piece of equipment is not likely be used in the subject.
Tools/ Year Year Year Year Year Year
VCE VCE
Equipment 7 8 9 9 10 10
Design & Design & Design & Product Design
Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies
Technology Technology Technology & Technology
Orbital Sander X X X X X
Belt Sander X X X X X
Jigsaw X X X X X
Stanley Knife X X X X
Safety Aprons
Safety Glasses X X X X
PVA glue X X X X
Acrylic or water-based
X X X X
paints/stains
Drills – Power and cord-
X X X X
less
Disk sander X X X X X
Pyro Pen X X X X
Glue gun (hot glue) X X X X
Coping saw X X X X
Tenon saw X X X X
Hack saw X X X X X
Wood chisels X X X X X
Pliers/Pincer X X X X
Files X X X X Technology cont’d
Tools/ Year Year Year Year Year Year
VCE VCE
Equipment 7 8 9 9 10 10
Design & Design & Design & Product Design
Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies
Technology Technology Technology & Technology
Marking guage X X X X
Electronic Components X X X X X
Laser Cutter X X X X X
Biscuit Cutter X X X X X
Putty X X X X
Wood Plane X X X X
Vacuum Cleaners X X X X
3D printer X X X X X
Pedestal Drill X X X X
Laminate Trimmer X X X X X
Mortise Plunger X X X X X
Oscillating Multi Tool X X X X X
Vice X X X X
Computers
Knives X X X X
Cutlery X X X X
Hand Mixer X X X X
Toaster X X X X
Oven/Grill/Stove Top X X X X
Sandwich Maker X X X X
Food Processor X X X X X X
Dishwashing Detergent X X X X
Electric Wok X X X X
Turpentine X X X X
Router X X X X X X
Spanners X X X X X
Clamps X X X X
Horizontal Boring
X X X X X X
machins
Mitre Saw - hand X X X X X
Thermomix Appliance X X X X X X XTechnology cont’d
Tools/ Year Year Year Year Year Year VCE VCE
Equipment 7 8 9 9 10 10
Design & Design & Design & Product Design
Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies Food Studies
Technology Technology Technology & Technology
Square & Rule X X X X
Ear Muffs X X X X
Sandpaper X X X X
Bamix X X X X X X X
Dehydrator X X X X X X X
Ice Cream maker X X X X X X x
Bolts, screws, nails X X X X
Tape Measure X X X X
Wood Lathe X X X X X X X
Grater X X X X
Sauce Pans X X X X
Frying Pans X X X X
Hand Held Mixers X X X X
Microwave Ovens X X X XTechnology cont’d
Tools/ Year Year Year Tools/ Year Year Year VCE
Equipment 8 9 10 VCE Equipment 8 9 10
Systems & Systems Systems & Systems
Electronics Robotics Electronics Robotics
Design Engineering Design Engineering
Glue Gun (hot glue) X Bench & Pedes-
X X
tal drill
Coping saw X Electronics com-
X
Tenon saw X ponents
Hack saw X Laser Cutter X X
Strip heaters X MIG/ARC Welder X X X
Pliers/Pincer X
Files X Electronic Kits X
Wooden mallets X Engine Oil X X X
Screw drivers X
Battery Charger X X
Sand paper X
Vice/clamps X Bolts, Screw,
X
Nails
Sockets & spanners X X
Wire X X X Tape Measure X
PVA Pipe X X X Steel/
X X
Vacuum Cleaners X Aluminium
Oscillating Multi Solar Panel X X
X X X
Tool Multi Meter X
Cordless Drill X Desolder X
Hot Air Gun X X X
Epoxy Glue X X X
Wood Lathe X X X
Dremel Rotary Tools X X X
Angle Grinder X X X
Jigsaw X X
Metal Working Hand Wood Plane X X
X X X
Tools 3D Printer X X
Spot Welds X X X Router X X
Laminate Trim-
Claw hammers X X X X
mer
Computers Dowelling Ma-
X X X
Batteries chine
Lego X X X Balsa X X X
Sheet metal folder & Marking Guage X X
X X X
guillotine
Pyro Pen X
Tin snips X X
Air compressor & Air
X X X
tools
Ear muffs X X
Lead Free Pewtry
X X X
Alloy
Ladle X X X Calendar Term 1 Weeks 1A & 2B
26 January 2021 Australia Day
27 January 2021 Staff Return
VCAL Retreat depart
28 January 2021 VCAL Retreat Day 2
29 January 2021 VCAL Retreat return
1 February 2021 Students return—Term 1 begins
Year 7 Transition Day 1
Photo Day for Year 7s and new students
2 February 2021 Year 7 Transition Day 2
Yr. 9 HL Project – Rock It (Incursion All Day)
3 February 2021 VCE VET Programs will begin
SPC ACC Senior Cricket – CBC v EMM, Senior Tennis – MAZ v EMM, Senior Volleyball – EMM v SIM
5 February 2021 NDC SACCSS Senior Netball vs CRC Melton
We acknowledge that we are gathered on the traditional land of the Kulin Nation. We recognise the First People’s relationship to this land
and offer our respect to their elders, past, present, emerging.
St Paul’s Campus Notre Dame Campus P.O. Box 5
423 Blackshaws Rd 2-40 Foxwood Drive Altona North VIC 3025
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www.ecmelb.catholic.edu.au2021 Homeroom Listings & House Teams
St Paul’s Campus
Campus Leader: Chris O’Malley
Pastoral Leader: Alice Power
CASSIDY [CAS] CHAMINADE [CHD] McCLUSKEY [MCK] McCOY [MCY] WINTERS [WIN]
Tony Muller Olivia Fitzpatrick Daniel Velardo Cate Toebelman Mark Turner (Acting)
Steve Chaperon Selma Porcic Nidhi Chhibber Amy Wilson-Matesevac Rosemary McTaggart
Flynn Bradman Burnet Barton Daniel
Paul Abdallah Yoshi Yamamoto Matthew Farrugia Jen Wagner Brad Robertson
Hollows Fraser Lawson Deakin Exodus
Rose DiFabrizio Diana Barac Aaron Joyce Kay Sawyer/Leanne Meilak Michael Pichner/ Janelle Turner
John Namatijira Mannix Elliott Joshua
Jessica Alger Cameron Fennell Eva Davoli Nico Lynch Scott Breen
Matthew Roberts Simpson Flinders MacKillop
Marc Nicolas Edwin Bowers Michael Gray Matt Sutherland Hannah Terry
Romero Tasman Walker Laver William
Nikolaos Kiannies Caitlin Bilogrevic Dylan Mead Prue Warne Daniel Taylor
Mark Paul Freeman Melba Solomon2021 Homeroom, House Teams & PaCT Listings
NOTRE DAME CAMPUS
Campus Leader: Kelley Revelman
Pastoral Leader: Nick Blassis
CASSIDY [CAS] CHAMINADE [CHD] McCLUSKEY [MCK] McCOY [MCY] WINTERS [WIN]
MARIAN MARIAN MARIAN MARIAN MARIAN
Rebecca Chester - CHE John Murphy - MUR Katherine Scalzo - SCA Carly Noye - NOY Chris Micallef - MIC
David Biggs David Walker Tania King Aron Altun Greta Aranha
Cassidy [A] Chaminade [A] McCluskey [A] McCoy [A] Winters [A]
Chris Smith Adrian Montana Nicole Evans Kelly Williams Winny George
Cassidy [B] Chaminade [B] McCluskey [B] McCoy [B] Winters [B]
Airlie Runnalls Terry Manoussakis Dan O’Boyle Chris Terzakis Alistair Watts-Lyons
Cassidy [C] Chaminade [C] McCluskey [C] McCoy [C] Winters [C]
Leona Gardner-Chan Malcolm Willetts Jenna Watkins Ben McCarter Emily Wright
Cassidy [D] Chaminade [D] McCluskey [D] McCoy [D] Winters [D]
Kim Wheadon Brady Hamilton Rachel English Linh Phan Hayley Canton
Cassidy [E] Chaminade [E] McCluskey [E] McCoy [E] Winters [E]
Campus Leader: David Barr
Pastoral Leader: Maree Cody
CASSIDY [CAS] CHAMINADE [CHD] McCLUSKEY [MCK] McCOY [MCY] WINTERS [WIN]
CALLAHAN CALLAHAN CALLAHAN CALLAHAN CALLAHAN
Amy Phillipou– PHI Lucy Brown - BRL Krystal Holzer - HOL Tess Blassis - BLA Rachael Schmidt-Sefrim - SCH
Adriana Agosta Emily Graham Mathew Niemczyk Nicholas Maynard Rita Hanna
Cassidy [F] Chaminade [F] McCluskey [F] McCoy Winters [F]
Melanie Treherne Yumi Yoshida Rachel Prince Cerys Merrett Sarah Lyons
Cassidy [G] Chaminade [G] McCluskey [G] McCoy Winters [G]
Nicholas Kopitschinski Gerard Neenan Linna Abdi Celeste Casale Claire Ryan
Cassidy [H] Chaminade [H] McCluskey [H] McCoy Winters [H]
Dennis Dujic Mikkel Blomley Henryk Slosarski Rebecca Dunn Louis Oosthuizen
Cassidy [I] Chaminade [I] McCluskey [I] McCoy Winters [I]
Mollie Wyatt Diane Delia Lavinia Setini Matthew Lever Elizabeth Vidovic
Cassidy [J] Chaminade [J] McCluskey [J] McCoy Winters [J]
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Rebecca Corry Rebecca To
VCAL Adele VCAL MarieINSIGHTS Making a smooth transition to secondary school Going to secondary school is both exciting and scary for many kids. There’s excitement about new friends, teachers and ventures, but this can be overshadowed by anxiety and stress. The sheer size of a high school building can be overwhelming to the uninitiated. The potential loss of status when moving from big fish in a small pond to tiny minnow in a large ocean can be hard to swallow for some. Add the increased number of teachers and the hormonal changes that accompany puberty and drive emotional and cognitive development and it is little wonder the first year of secondary school o en sees a plateauing in learning. Most kids are flat out making new friends and getting used to how secondary school works, so learning takes a back seat for a time. While it’s easier for those who have a brother or sister already there who can pass on some tips about how to survive secondary school, many don’t have that luxury. Fortunately, there are number of strategies parents can use to make the transition to secondary school easier. Know the school space Familiarity helps reduce anxiety. Most secondary schools have familiarisation programs for incoming students but it helps to reinforce with your young person where the key spaces are – such as administration, toilets, the tuck shop and drinking taps. A trip to the school during the holidays, if possible, can help reassure a nervous secondary school starter. Make the leap with friends Negotiating new friendships can be stressful so it helps to identify some friends from primary school or outside school that your child can travel with or meet up before school, at lunch breaks and during times when classes aren’t scheduled. This will give them the opportunity to share and compare experiences, which is therapeutic for kids who are experiencing change. Help with planning and organisation Some students can be overwhelmed by the organisational demands of secondary school. If your child fits this category, be prepared to be on hand to coach your young person in the finer arts of being on time to class, organising work in folders, planning homework time, handing in multiple assignments and filling out forms. Set up a designated study space in the home Now that your young person has hit the big time it’s important that they have a study space to call their own. Keep this outside the bedroom if possible – the bedroom is a space for sleeping and relaxing. Use any area that is reasonably quiet and well lit. Set up a desk with a computer, if possible, along with stationery items. Establish a work schedule Provided as a part of our school’s Parenting Ideas membership parentingideas.com.au
If your child’s primary school homework was given inconsistently then be prepared for a change. Most secondary schools try to
coordinate homework between di erent teachers but there will be more times than not when your child will come home with
multiple homework assignments to complete. Build the homework habit early and choose a regular time that allows for breaks.
Encourage them to work quickly so that work does not drag on and become demotivating.
Stay patient and positive
The social and academic demands of going to secondary school can be mentally draining for young people. Some will miss old
friends and the relative comfort of primary school. It’s important for parents to be patient with their young person, to expect a
few behaviour blowouts and to be prepared to listen and help them process their new experiences. If your young person has
negative experiences, point them in the direction of the good things that may happen during the day.
Your young person’s coping mechanisms are being tested during this time. They can change on a daily basis. If stress becomes
overwhelming or persistent to the point that they don’t want to go to school a er the initial settling-in period, consider
organising some extra assistance. A year-level coordinator, school counsellor or the local doctor can be good starting points
should extra assistance be needed.
Starting secondary school is one of many transitions your young person will face in life. With planning and support, your child
can make a positive start to secondary school and enjoy an amazing time at their new school.
Michael Grose
Michael Grose, founder of Parenting Ideas, is one of Australia’s leading parenting educators. He’s an
award-winning speaker and the author of 12 books for parents including Spoonfed Generation, and
the bestselling Why First Borns Rule the World and Last Borns Want to Change It . Michael is a former
teacher with 15 years experience, and has 30 years experience in parenting education. He also holds a
Master of Educational Studies from Monash University specialising in parenting education.
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