Week 10 - MacKillop College

“Strive for Excellence”
Ocean Drive, Port Macquarie
Phone: 65832632
Fax: Main office – 65843371 Senior office - 65841425
Email: [email protected]
www.pmaclism.catholic.edu.au
Our vision: To create authentic, courageous, faith-filled young people with
a passion for learning, respect for relationships and
an ability to contribute to a global community.
Friday, 1st April, 2016
WHAT’S ON IN WEEK 11 TERM 1
Sunday, 3rd April
- 2nd Sunday of Easter
- BBQ after the 7.30a.m. Mass
- Sunday night music group attending the 5.00p.m.Mass
Monday, 4th April
(Day 1)
- Parent / Teachers interviews (surnames M – Z) 4.00p.m. to 7.00p.m. in
the MacKillop Hall on the junior campus
- Rugby 7s competition
Tuesday, 5th April
(Day 2)
- Year 7 follow up immunisation day
- Northern Country rugby league trials
- Bill turner soccer at MacKillop College junior campus back oval
- MacKillop Shakespeare Showcase from 6.00p.m. in the Theatre on the
junior campus
Wednesday, 6th April
(Day 3)
- Northern Country rugby league trials
Thursday, 7th April
(Day 4)
- Diocesan student consultative group in Grafton
- Caritas lunch concert in the junior theatre
- Last day of Term 1 for students
Friday, 8th April
(Day 5)
- Staff Retreat Day at Bonny Hills
COMING UP IN WEEK 1 TERM 2
Sunday, 24th April
Monday, 25th April
(Day 1)
Tuesday, 26th April
(Day 2)
Wednesday, 27th April
(Day 3)
Thursday, 28th April
(Day 4)
Friday, 29th April
(Day 5)
3rd March
6th August
- 5th Sunday of Easter
- ANZAC Day – Public holiday. All students are invited to march.
- Australian Curriculum planning day – Pupil Free
- Students return to Term 2 in winter uniform
- ANZAC liturgy in College assembly – Parents welcome
- North Coast surf titles
- Years 9 and 10 All Schools touch football
- CCC swimming and diving at Homebush
- Glasshouse performance at 12.30p.m. by Big Band and Little Big
Band
MACKILLOP COLLEGE SOCIAL JUSTICE AWARENESS DAYS, 2016
World Wildlife Day
26th May
National Sorry Day
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Hiroshima Day
25 November White Ribbon Day
HOMEWORK CLUB – Week 11
Junior Library: Monday to Thursday
3.20p.m.-4.00p.m.
MATHS TUTORIAL – Week 11
Junior Tutorial is held in room 12 on the junior
campus Tuesdays and Fridays, 7.45a.m.-8.30a.m.
Senior Library: Monday to Thursday
3.15p.m.-5.00p.m.
Senior General Maths Tutorial is held in room 49
on the junior campus Mondays, 7.45a.m. to 8.45a.m.
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ASSESSMENT TASKS DUE IN WEEK 11
Chemistry
In class assessment
Business Studies
In class assessment
Mathematics
In class assessment
Geography
Hand in assessment
Visual Arts
In class assessment
English Extension
In class assessment
Music 1
Performance in class period 4
Marine Studies
Hand in assessment
PDHPE
Hand in assessment
Geography
In class assessment
History
In class assessment
Industrial Technology Timber
Hand in assessment
Industrial Technology Metal
Hand in assessment
Visual Arts
Hand in assessment
Marine Studies
Hand in assessment
Dance
In class assessment
Industrial Technology Timber
Hand in assessment
Industrial Technology Metal
Hand in assessment
PRINCIPAL’S REPORT
OUR NUMBER ONE RULE IS RESPECT
All relationships at MacKillop College are based on mutual respect and for this to happen all students
agree to follow a code of conduct. It is extremely important for all students to understand that the
school insists on this for the wellbeing of all members of the College community.
At MacKillop College we take bullying very seriously and bullies will receive serious consequences for their actions.
We do not want students dealing with the bullies themselves. We need students to speak to us about any bullying at
school by reporting the bullying to a staff member - it could be any member of the school support staff, a teacher,
Leaders of Pastoral Care, Leaders of Learning, Counsellor, Assistant Principals or Principal and keep reporting it
until it stops. I seek parent support in this area and encourage you also to report any bullying.
The school cannot solve a problem if we are not informed about it. Communication is a key aspect of our partnership
with parents and we cannot be reluctant to report any incident which is of concern to students. I draw your attention
to the Anti-Bullying Policy below which is also on page 18 of the diary and on display in classrooms. It would be a
good idea for parents to discuss the strategies listed with their son/daughter.
I encourage parents to explain the importance of reporting students who are bullying others as we want to have a safe
environment for all. We need to know if there are students who are making others feel unsafe or unhappy at school.
Every student has the right to come to school each day feeling content and comfortable in their environment; this
will in turn assist them as they are able to optimise their educational experiences.
AT MACKILLOP COLLEGE
• We want to base our relationships on the teaching of Jesus:
“Whatever you do to the least of my brothers and sisters you do unto me.”
• We want a safe, secure and welcoming place in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
• We do not want bullying. This means that no one should be hurt, threatened, frightened or harassed by
physical, verbal or electronic means (i.e. cyberbullying).
• We conduct a bullying survey twice a year to collect data on when, how and to whom bullying is occurring.
Students’ participation in this survey is essential.
• We do not want, therefore, any gossiping, name-calling, teasing, intimidating, excluding, swearing at or
humiliating, using threats or stand-over tactics, throwing objects, taking or using possessions without
permission, hitting, pushing or fighting, hiding or damaging somebody’s things, hurtful looks, rude gestures,
making faces, etc.
• We want everyone – teachers, students and parents – to deal with bullying, which may involve reporting it,
whether they are victims or onlookers.
• We want to ensure anyone can protest against bullying and get support.
YOU CAN CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT FREE FROM BULLYING BY:
• Dealing with conflicts openly, peacefully and respectfully.
• Accepting responsibility for your words and actions.
• Taking appropriate action if you are being bullied or if you become aware
that someone else is being bullied.
• Examining your behaviour and stopping any bullying you have been doing,
even if you don’t think it is all that serious.
• Responding to victims of bullying in a supportive and caring way.
• Demanding that bullies stop that behaviour.
IF YOU BULLY SOMEONE ELSE:
• You will be required to stop it.
• Your Leader of Pastoral Care, PC teacher and class teachers will monitor your behaviour.
• The normal disciplinary consequences will follow.
• Your parents will be informed.
• You may be required to get help to change your pattern of behaviour.
REMEMBER
Bullying has no place in our College.
WHEN BULLYING HAPPENS BETWEEN STUDENTS
If you are being bullied you can choose how to respond to the situation. Whatever you decide to do, act promptly to
prevent the problem getting worse.
POSITIVE STRATEGIES
1. Try to handle it yourself
– Be assertive; look the person in the eye.
– Predict situations that may lead to
bullying and avoid these.
– Control your fear.
– Look at your behaviour and see if it is,
in any way, contributing to the bullying.
– Realise they are trying to upset you,
don’t give them the satisfaction.
2. Get some advice from
– your teachers.
– your parents.
– the counsellor.
– a trusted adult.
– another staff member.
– a member of the Executive.
3. Report the bullying to a teacher, Leader of
Pastoral Care, Counsellor, Assistant Principal
or Principal, and keep reporting it until it
stops.
WHAT NOT TO DO
Don’t argue with them.
Don’t act with aggression or retaliate in any
way.
Don’t ignore them unless you are excellent at
never showing any irritation.
Don’t just do nothing; the situation will only
continue.
Don’t say ‘I’ll keep it all to myself’, and then
be miserable.
Consider the effect on other students, the class, the year, other teachers, parents or the College community as a whole.
STAFF CHANGES
This week we welcomed Mrs Leonie Cutcliffe who is replacing Ms Loretta Hack while she is on maternity leave for
the next two terms. Leonie has great skill and passion in the area of Visual Arts; she took Loretta’s classes last year
while she was on leave and we are very appreciative that Leonie is able to help us out again this year.
LEADER OF CREATIVE ARTS – DANCE, DRAMA AND VISUAL ARTS
Ms Jo Stuart is taking the 2 point Leader of Learning role in Loretta’s absence. Jo has great leadership experience
and we look forward to her leading a dynamic Creative Arts team.
LEADER OF MUSIC
Mr Rob Denham will be the 1 point Leader of Learning Music for the next two terms. Rob is an amazing musician
and music teacher and we are very fortunate to have his leadership in this area throughout the next two terms.
“May the Spirit of the Lord be with you”
Anne O’Brien
Principal
[email protected]
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – CURRICULUM AND ADMINISTRATION NEWS
YEARS 7 TO 12 PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEWS
The remainder of Parent/Teacher interviews will be held between 4.00p.m. – 7.30p.m. on Monday, 4th April for
families whose surnames begin with letters M-Z. If the above allocated date does not suit your availability then
please make contact (phone or email) with your child’s teachers. I encourage all students where possible to also
attend the parent teacher evening.
You can now book interviews at times that suit at www.schoolinterviews.com.au and follow these simple
instructions.
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When you click finish, your interview timetable will be emailed to you automatically - check your junk mail folder
if you do not receive your email immediately.
For parents who do not have access to the internet at home, at work, at a friend’s house or on their phones, a computer
kiosk is available at our front office on the junior site, so that parents can still make their own bookings. Students
with written permission from parents may also have access to the kiosk. Interviews are strictly 5 minutes and spaces
are limited. If you require more time, please contact your teacher directly to make alternative arrangements.
Parents can change their interview bookings any time prior to the closing date, by re-visiting the
www.schoolinterviews.com.au website, and using the event code. Remember to use the same name and email address
you used when you made your original booking.
BOOKINGS CLOSE 24 hours prior to your scheduled evening.
Students and parents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the two emergency procedures outlined below.
As a College we aim to inform our students of these very important events to keep them as safe as possible should
the need arise for a real life evacuation or lockdown.
EVACUATION PROCEDURE
All workplaces must have evacuation procedures in case of fire or other emergencies. It
is prudent to have the evacuation procedures in place, to be practised and understood by
all staff and students. Evacuation and Lockdown Procedure drills will be carried out twice
each year.
The evacuation announcement is:
“Would all students under the direction of the teachers, please evacuate the classrooms quickly and quietly. Please
leave everything and go directly to the oval and assemble in Pastoral Care groups where your names will be marked
off a roll. Teachers, please ensure that all students have evacuated, turn off all electrical items, close the classroom
doors and go to the oval”.
An alternative evacuation site is the carpark in the front of St Peter’s Primary School. On no account should students
run during an evacuation. Students are to sit in alphabetical order while the roll is marked, and wait for further
instructions.
LOCKDOWN AND LOCKOUT PROCEDURE
The signal for lockdown is an announcement:
“All students and teachers should move to the closest room, turn off lights, close
windows and lock doors until further notice” (REPEAT).
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If in class, stay in current classroom
If outdoors, move to closest, securable room and stay
Teachers and students stay out of sight as much as possible (sit on floor)
Turn off lights, close windows and lock doors
Check rolls and contact office with discrepancies (also advise office of extras or visitors in your presence)
Stay quiet, students should turn mobile phones off and all other devices
Wait for all clear to be given.
Assembly/Mass in the Multi-purpose centre
Staff and students will remain in the MPC until advised of procedures to be carried out.
Students who may be in toilets/change rooms or other non-classroom facilities at the time of a lockdown alarm and
cannot get to the nearest classroom, are instructed to remain where they are as lockdown policy and procedures must
be adhered to, i.e. no one is to open doors for anyone after the lockdown procedures have commenced.
AN ALL CLEAR SIGNAL WILL BE COMMUNICATED BY THE PRINCIPAL OR DELEGATE VIA THE
PA SYSTEM STATING
“LOCKDOWN HAS ENDED; PLEASE MAKE YOUR WAY QUIETLY TO THE MPC – Year 7-10 students
to the MPC on the junior campus and Year 11 and 12 to the MPC on the senior campus.”
Adam Kelly
Assistant Principal – Curriculum and Administration
[email protected]
ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL – PASTORAL CARE AND STAFF SUPPORT
HSC EXAM SUPERVISORS – 2016
MacKillop College is currently calling for Expressions of Interest from anyone who may be interested in exam
supervision for the 2016 HSC exams. Those applying for this position should be available from Thursday, 13th
October to approximately Friday, 4th November.
Supervisors are also required to attend a meeting before the exam period commences, and are usually requested to
assist with some HSC Trial Exam supervision for a short period of time on a voluntary basis as an introduction to the
students and the requirements of the position for the actual exams. (Trials are held in the first two weeks of August;
supervisors may only be required for one or two mornings / afternoons). As employees of BOSTES, supervisors are
required to hold a current Working with Children Check clearance (these cost $80 to have done and this cost is borne
by the applicant).
A short letter should be addressed to Mr David Jenkins at the College by Friday, 6th May in the first instance, and
these will be passed on to our 2016 HSC Presiding Officer, Mr Tony McKenzie. Please note that applications are not
a guarantee of employment as 2016 numbers and hours required are yet to be determined.
David Jenkins
Assistant Principal – Pastoral Care and Staff Support
[email protected]
OFFICE NEWS
SUBJECT & ELECTIVE FEE STATEMENTS
Thank you to all those families who have made payments of subject and elective fees. Those who have not made
payment in full should have a regular payment plan established via Bpay, to ensure these amounts are cleared as soon
as possible. Reminder statements were mailed last week. Enquiries relating to subject and elective fees should be
directed to the College office.
There is currently a large amount of unclaimed and unlabelled lost property in the front office
of the junior campus. Items include swimming gear, sporting gear, school uniforms, hats,
miscellaneous clothes and shoes. Please call up to the front office to search for or claim lost
property before the end of term.
Reminder: Please label all clothing and school items so lost property can be returned to owners.
CURRICULUM NEWS
CATCH UP IN-CLASS ASSESSMENT TASKS YEARS 7 – 10
As part of our focus on excellence and ensuring high standards of teaching and learning at
MacKillop, the following procedure will be followed:
Students who have not completed assessment tasks within the allocated timeframe without a
valid reason will be required to attend an after-school detention on a Wednesday afternoon
to complete the task.
Chris McQueen
Leader of Curriculum
[email protected]
Paul Robins
Leader of Pedagogy
[email protected]
YEARS 12 NEWS
CARITAS FUNDRAISING AT THE SENIOR SITE
After combining the senior site totals for coinlines, out of uniform day, donations to Project Compassion
boxes and the Easter egg raffle, the impressive final figure of $1750 was achieved (equates to just over
$6.40 per senior student).
This is a truly wonderful effort and I’m sure that Caritas will be able to put this money to good use
supporting those suffering in third world countries.
There is still a 7-12 Caritas lunchtime concert (gold coin entry) on Thursday, 7th April that will finalise our Caritas
fundraising.
UNIFORM
Term 2 means the start of full winter uniform – meaning ties, College jumpers etc. Now would be a
good time to ensure these garments are on hand or purchased ready for the next two terms.
Unfortunately there are still ongoing issues with appropriate skirt length – they are to be to the top of the knees.
There will almost definitely be uniform checks similar to last year. I ask for student and parent cooperation to address
this issue for all skirts worn to school.
ANZAC DAY MARCH (MONDAY, 25TH APRIL)
All students are invited to attend – full winter uniform (i.e. tie must be worn), and I also suggest a
hat and bottled water. We usually gather near the corner of Horton and William Street (near Beau
Thai Restaurant) at about 9.30a.m. with the march starting around 10.00a.m.
PUPIL FREE DAYS
Friday, 8th April – Staff Spirituality Day
Tuesday, 26th April – Australian Curriculum Staff Development Day
YEAR 12 RETREATS – WEDNESDAY, 11TH – FRIDAY, 13TH MAY
Student groups and venues will soon be decided and distributed to students. Reminder that all dietary requirement
forms should have been given to Mr Lloyd
Phil Lloyd
Year 12 Leader of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
YEARS 11 NEWS
UNIFORM
This week I spoke with all of Year 11 about continuing to set high standards with the wearing of the College uniform.
Whilst the vast majority of students are carefully following uniform requirements, there has been the occasional
instance where pride in presentation has slipped. Staff have expressed some concerns regarding:
Males:
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Some males are arriving to school without being clean shaven. It is a requirement that all boys are clean
shaven.
• Some males are being reminded too regularly to tuck their shirts in by staff.
Females:
• Length of skirt. It is a requirement that the College skirt is worn at knee length (no more than 3cm from the
floor when kneeling).
CONGRATULATIONS JACOB SEARLE & JOSH DOWRICK
Last week both Jacob Searle and Josh Dowrick were selected in the
NSWCCC Open Boys’ hockey side. This is an incredible achievement
for both boys and we wish them all the best when they represent NSW
Catholic Schools in a tri-series against Combined High Schools and
Combined Independent Schools in May.
Andrew Marsh
Year 11 Leader of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
YEAR 10 NEWS
YEAR 10 RETREAT
It was an amazing week for all Year10 students who attended retreat. Students definitely returned this week with a
fresh and motivated approach to school. Relationships were strengthened and time was given to reflect on the people
who are special in our lives. Thank you to all staff, but especially Ms Joan Lancaster for her organisation and the
time she dedicated to this great event. Our retreat week concluded on Wednesday of this week as we celebrated Mass
together.
RELAY FOR LIFE
Earlier in March the annual Relay for Life was held again in Port Macquarie. As always we had a number of
MacKillop students active in this community event. Special mention to Jacinta Sharp, Amber Thompson and
Charlotte Moore. Jacinta and Charlotte raised funds at their cake stall on the day while Amber and her band
performed live at the event. Between the girls they managed to raise almost $2500 for the Cancer Council. Well done
girls.
Warren Lorger
Year 10 Leader of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
YEAR 9 NEWS
Good luck to Harrison Northey who will be competing at the Georgina Hope Age National
Swimming Championships in Adelaide.
In Year 9, students are very independent and able to organise themselves, with many parents
having great routines and organisation at home. Below is a website that could be of some
help to students/parent/carers or reinforce what others are already doing.
http://www.schoolatoz.nsw.edu.au/homework-and-study/homework-tips/eight-great-waysto-get-your-kids-organised-for-school
AT A GLANCE
• Set up simple routines at home to make things more efficient.
• Talk to your kids regularly about planning how they use their time.
• Make a list of homework tasks and ask your child to tick each one off as they finish.
• Set a timer for working or playing on the computer if there are a few people wanting to use it.
• Praise your child's attempts to improve their organisation.
It is a large year group and students are continually doing fantastic things. Please email me to make me aware of
student achievements so that they can be recognised.
Glen Littler
Year 9 Leader of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
YEAR 7 NEWS
Congratulations to Year 7 who held an Easter egg raffle and raised $500.00 for Project
Compassion.
The winners of the raffle were:
Major Prize – Piper Ward
Major Prize – Patrick Mullens
General Prizes – Kynan Schneider, Mrs Nikki Lutton, Ella Sorensen (x2), Samuel Kennedy, Miss Jess Inglis,
Jessica Pateman, Jessica Barrance, Jacqueline Palmer, Damian Tierney, Kobi Lelean (x2), Tommy Brennan,
James Robertson, Miren Davies, Mackenzie Dawson, Mr David Jenkins (x2), Ella Wilson, Liam Johnson,
Cody Edwards, Jacqueline Lutton, Thomas Currey, Mrs Anne O’Brien, Jessica Hamel, Mrs Suzanne Penson,
Kimberley Palmer, Lilly Clarke (x2), Jade Atkins, Kyle De Domizio, Dana Schumann, Miss Sarah Smith,
Georgia Finch, Ms Pip Martin, Jaden Nardi, Mrs Ann Palmer, Bethany Hosking, Phoebe Hiatt and Imogen
Smyth
Dom Ashe
Year 7 Leader of Pastoral Care
[email protected]
YEAR 7 IMMUNISATION NEWS
YEAR 7 IMMUNISATION – Tuesday, 5th April
North Coast Area Health were unable to complete all Year 7 immunisations
on Friday, 4th March and will be returning on Tuesday, 5th April.
Students who did not receive their immunisation on 4th March are asked to hand their signed consent form to the
Area Health Nurse on Immunisation Day. Vaccinations will not be administered to students without a signed consent
form. Verbal consent is NOT SUFFICIENT.
A Record of Vaccination will be provided to each student vaccinated. Parents/guardians should ensure that this record
is kept for further reference and should not assume that their child has been vaccinated if they do not receive this
Record of Vaccination.
Please note that MacKillop College does not keep any records of these vaccinations. If you have any questions or
concerns please ring Bernadette (Public Health Unit) on 66207503.
Vaccines missed at one school visit will be offered at the next visit.
If your child is anxious about receiving a vaccine, we recommend you take them to your GP.
We recommend that students wear their sport uniform on Immunisation Day.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS NEWS
MacKillop College participated in the St Agnes’ Parish Stations of the Cross on Oxley Beach on Good Friday. A number
of students and staff participated in the re-enactment with notable mention going to our Youth Ministry Officer Zach
Parnell who was Jesus and staff member Alan Wheatland who was kitted out as a roman soldier. Many thanks to Marg
Gobius and Alan Wheatland for organising this event
Daniel Blackman
Leader of Catechesis
[email protected]
PDHPE NEWS
YEAR 10 PDHPE DANCE ASSESSMENT
The Year 10 dance assessment will take place during lessons in weeks 10 and 11 at the following times:
CLASS
TIME
10.8
Wednesday Week 10 Day 8 period 6
10.5
10.6
Friday Week 10 Day 10 period 2
10.7
10.1
Wednesday Week 11 Day 3 period 4
10.2
10.3
Thursday Week 11 Day 4 period 2
10.4
Jenny Watson
Leader of PDHPE
[email protected]
MC CENTRAL - LIBRARY CONNECT NEWS
TRINITY DOYLE – AUTHOR VISITS THE SENIOR LIBRARY
Trinity conducted two writing workshops with Year 11 Advanced English students. Trinity spoke about the
importance of reading to improve your writing. “Read, read, read. Read anything you can - fiction, non-fiction,
anything you enjoy. Story ideas come from anywhere. Just get something
on the page.”
Students need to write. “Just free writing will build up connections in your
brain to help you when you need to do a creative writing piece”.
Trinity’s workshops were engaging and practical. Students were given
some writing prompts to start their creative writing processes, e.g. What
would you pack in your suitcase if you could not go home again? Pretend
you are in your 70’s and 80’s and complain about the kids these days.
The library has copies of Trinity’s book – Pieces of Sky, for loan.
Encourage your children to come to the library and borrow some books to
read in the holidays. Books are better to be read rather than sitting on a
shelf.
Suzanne Penson
Teacher Librarian
[email protected]
Trinity working with senior students in MacKillop library
SPORT NEWS
YEAR 7
WEEK
DATE
DAY
4.4.16
Monday (1)
Week 11
7.4.16
Thursday (4)
CLASSES
TIME
Venue
7.1TB| 7.2CC |7.3AH
9.10-10.50
Flynns
7.8RA| 7.9DMc|
7.7GL
11.10-12.50
Flynns
7.4TJ|7.5PF|7.6WL
11.10-12.50
Flynns
Due to the Wauchope Pool closing for the season, the students will have their remaining sports for the term at Flynns
Beach. Students are still to bring their swimming gear as they will be swimming at a patrolled beach.
YEAR 8
Week 11
5th April
Day 2
FLINDERS
INNES
MACQUARIE
OXLEY
OZ TAG
RA/WL
VOLLEYBALL
CC/LBA
BASKETBALL
GL/AH/JC
Spare: ZF
CRICKET
DA/RM
YEAR 9
SPORT
DETAILS
BUS
Surf Survival
Certificate
Complete the Surf Survival Certificate with accredited course provider
Kim Rayner at Flynns.
1
Kayaking
Guided kayaking with professional instructor from Kayak Tours.
Swimming gear, hat & towel required (limited 20).
1
Kickboxing
Are you keen to energise your life in a fun and exciting way? Why not try
out Kickboxing for Fitness at the new KUMIAI dojo in Port.
2
Bendy Bus
Rock Climbing
Participate in rock climbing at Centre of Gravity and play laser zone.
2
Bendy Bus
Ten Pin
Play Ten Pin at Wave Bowl.
2
Bendy Bus
Yoga
Guided yoga with Martine Ford from Spirit Yoga at school.
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School Sport
Play a variety of team based sports on site at the junior campus.
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Bus 1 leaves Junior Campus at 11.20am
Bus 2 leaves Junior Campus at 11.40am
YEAR 10
SPORT
Learn to Surf
Kayaking
Surfing
Rock Climbing
Indoor Cricket
DETAILS
Guided surfing lessons with Port Macquarie Surf School at
Flynns Beach
Guided kayaking with professional instructor from Kayak Tours.
Swimming gear, hat & towel required (limited 20).
Surfing at Flynns beach. Must have own board and SRC.
Participate in rock climbing at Centre of Gravity and play laser zone.
1
1
1
2
NEW SPORT! Why not try indoor cricket in a fun environment with
your friends at the new indoor stadium on Lake Road.
2
Play Ten Pin at Wave Bowl.
2
Guided Yoga with Martine Ford from Spirit Yoga at school.
Play a variety of team-based sports on site at the junior campus.
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Ten Pin
Yoga
School Sport
BUS
Bus 1 leaves MCK Junior site at 1.25pm
Bus 2 leaves MCK Junior site at 1.50pm
SPORT TERM 2
As has happened in the past, all year groups will be doing athletics for sport during Term 2. Students will be split
into House groups and will practise each of the events for the athletics carnival throughout the course of the term.
REPRESENTATIVE SPORT
MACKILLOP COLLEGE CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL
The Cross Country carnival was held on Tuesday, with the rain holding off and the main concern actually being the
hot conditions. I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of competitors in each of the age groups. All competitors are
to be congratulated on their efforts.
The results are as follows:
Age
12 Girls
12 Boys
13 Girls
13 Boys
14 Girls
14 Boys
15 Girls
15 Boys
16 Girls
16 Boys
17 Girls
17 Boys
18 Girls
18 Boys
Age Champion: Liana Williams
Runner Up: Alani Cockshutt
Age Champion: Hugh Robertson
Runner Up: James Brumby
Age Champion: Mia Wilbow
Runner Up: Francesca Plentinger
Age Champion: Alexander Horder
Runner Up: Corey Lewis
Age Champion: Miren Davies
Runner Up: Zita Overton
Age Champion: Boyd Bann-Murray
Runner Up: Lleyton Wall
Age Champion: Paige Leishman & Annika Toohey
Runner Up: Elly Pilgrim
Age Champion: Flynn Goodman
Runner Up: Jordan Maxwell
Age Champion: Ella Heaney
Runner Up: Tahlia Clarke
Age Champion: Griffin Goodman
Runner Up: Jed Clarke
Age Champion: Jasmine Lawrence
Runner Up: Emily Towle
Age Champion: Dylan Marchingo & Hunter Leishman
Runner Up: Joshua Morley
Age Champion: Erinn Smith
Runner Up: Lucie Williams
Age Champion: Jack Pilgrim
Runner Up: Eoghan Barltrop
A full team list and details for the Diocesan cross country will be posted on the sports noticeboard this week.
DIOCESAN WINTER SPORTS
Many of our students were successful this year in being selected into the various Diocesan sporting teams at the
Diocesan Winter Sport Trials held in Woodlawn last week.
Congratulations to the following athletes
Opens Boys Soccer:
James Ting
Griffin Goodman
Jack Pilgrim
Opens Girls Soccer
Courtney Fullbrook
Naomi Langley
U15’s Rugby League Mitchell Evans
YEARS 7 AND 8 SCHOOLS CUP - NETBALL
This year saw MacKillop enter two Year 7/8 netball teams into the local Schools Cup carnival.
At this carnival they were up against teams from SCAS, Camden Haven, Wauchope and of course, each other.
Both teams had a very successful day. The blue team won all their games and were placed first in the Year 7/8
category. The yellow team came in second on the day. Players in the blue team were Chloe Garvey, Cian Leahy,
Emma Jordan, Petrea Spencer, Aleigha Biron, Maia Marino, Amy Murphy, Abbey Cross and Kimberley
Palmer.
Players in the yellow team were Emily Fletcher, Kiah Jubelin, Danjela Sagolj, Ava Sinclair, Laura Ellison,
Jasmine Hyde, Sarah Hatherly, Jordynn McAnally and Caitlyn Meyers.
A special thank you is extended to our three umpires, Jenna Flowers, Jacqui Palmer and Georgia Marino, who
did a wonderful job all day.
BILL TURNER CUP FOOTBALL
This competition is in progress and the first round game will be played on Tuesday, 5th April. We are hosting
the game and our boys will be playing Wauchope High at 10.00a.m. with the girls playing Melville High at
12.00p.m.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Sport
Netball
Basketball
Rugby Union
Rugby
League
Touch
Football
Hockey
Football
Triathlon
Swimming &
Diving
Golf
Cross
Country
Event
Years 7 & 8 Netball Schools Cup – Port Macquarie
Diocesan Opens basketball competition – Coffs Harbour
Rugby 7’s Taree
Northern Country rugby league trials
Date
23rd March
31st March
4th April
5th & 6th April
All Schools Touch Competition – Port Macquarie
Diocesan Touch - Ballina
CCC Championships
Girls Bill Turner Cup
SSA Triathlon – Hervey Bay
CCC Swimming and Diving Championships – Homebush
NSW All Schools Swimming and Diving Championships
Jack Newton Golf Shield – Forster
NSW All Schools Stroke Play
Diocesan Cross Country Grafton
28th April
2nd April
19th, 20th May
Week 11 Term 1
18th April
29th April
6th May
3rd & 4th May
18th May
If you have any questions regarding sport at MacKillop College please do not hesitate to contact me.
Andrea Huxley
Leader of Sport
[email protected]
COLLEGE MUSIC NEWS
“Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that can calm the agitations of the soul; it is one of the most
magnificent and delightful presents God has given us.” Martin Luther King
CARITAS LUNCH CONCERT
A lunch concert featuring the Senior Stage Band, Choir and HSC music students will take place in the theatre on
Thursday, 7th April. This concert is open to all students in Years 7 to 12. A gold coin donation is required on entry.
REHEARSALS IN WEEK 11
MONDAY
• NO REHEARSALS
TUESDAY
• SAPSS Concert Band – 7.30a.m. – 8.45a.m, St Joseph’s Regional College
• Percussion Ensemble – 8.00a.m. – 8.45a.m, J12 Music Room
WEDNESDAY
• Senior Stage Band – 7.45a.m. – 8.45a.m, Theatre
• Vocal Ensemble – 8.00a.m. – 8.45a.m, J16 Music Room
• Choir – Lunchtime, J14 Music Room
• SAPSS Drum Line – 4.00p.m. – 5.30p.m, St Joseph’s Regional College
THURSDAY
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FRIDAY
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Concert Band – 7.45a.m. – 8.45a.m, J12 Music Room
Year 7 Vocal Ensemble – 8.00a.m. – 8.45a.m, J14 Music Room.
Woodwind Ensemble – See morning notices and music notice board for details
Brass Ensemble – 3.15p.m. – 4.00p.m, Theatre
NO REHEARSALS – Pupil Free Day
UPCOMING EVENTS
YOUTH MASS
• Sunday, 3rd April, 4.00p.m. – 6.00p.m, St Agnes’ Church, Praise Band and Vocal Ensemble
CARITAS LUNCH CONCERT
• Thursday, 7th April, Lunchtime, MacKillop Theatre, Senior Stage Band, Vocal Ensemble and Senior Music
students.
GLASSHOUSE LUNCH CONCERT
• Friday, 29th April, 12.30p.m. – 1.30p.m, Glasshouse Theatre (Podium / Steps) Port Macquarie, Little Big Band and
Big Band
YOUTH MASS
• Sunday, 15th May, 4.00p.m. – 6.00p.m, St Agnes’ Church, Praise Band and Vocal Ensemble
BIG BAND BLAST
• Friday to Sunday, 27th May to 29th May, Glasshouse and Town Green Port Macquarie, Big Band
Please contact Mr Denham with any questions relating to the co-curricular music program at MacKillop College or
visit the College website and click on the Creative Arts tab.
Rob Denham
Leader of Co-Curricular Music
[email protected]
CANTEEN ROSTER – TERM 1 WEEK 11
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Kaylene Monckton, Belinda Fisher and Lyn Gallagher
Kim Goldie and Robyn Hunt
Karen Ashe, Krisann Johnson and Kerry Smith
Kelly Mooney, Kelly Dingle and Rowena Beukers
PUPIL FREE DAY
10.40a.m. start
11.00a.m. start
11.00a.m. start
10.40a.m. start
10.40a.m. start
COMMUNITY NEWS
Ironman Port Macquarie 2016
Volunteers Wanted!!
MacKillop College has been a regular participant in conducting an aid station for the Ironman event. We
run the bike leg inward bound at Lake Cathie next to the sports fields. We are an important link in the aid
station network for the Ironman event. The event this year occurs on 1st May.
I’m looking for volunteers from MacKillop College and the school community to participate in giving
liquids and food to the triathletes as they race past ready to tackle the Cathie straight. Students (Year 7 –
12), staff and parents are welcome to be part of an historic event, as the half and full course Ironman events
are run concurrently. So clear the work rosters and social calendars for 1st May to give something back to
the community and represent your school and Port Macquarie to the world.
Students will be notified in the school notices where to sign up and meet Mr Wheatland for further details
at school in the next few weeks.
Alan Wheatland
Aid Station Captain
For further information contact
Alan Wheatland at MacKillop College 65832632 during school hours
Volunteer Recruitment Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QNy9__7n6s&ab_channel=IRONMANAsiaPacific and 2015 IMOZ Highlights
Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSxzxlgS44o&ab_channel=IRONMANAsiaPacific
PORT MAQUARIE YOUTH HUB DRAMA CLASS
The Port Macquarie Youth Hub Drama class will resume on Wednesday, 4th May 5.00p.m.
to 6.00p.m. Suitable for all ages. This is a FREE drama class. The drama will entail acting
abilities, playwriting, stage productions and improvisations. The goal of the class is to teach
confidence and correct script reading. Commencing 4th May.
From May the class will concentrate on learning all aspects of acting. From August rehearsals will begin with a view
of conducting a show in November.
As there a limited positions available please contact Jay Corr on 0415779240 or email [email protected] if you
are interested.
PORT MACQUARIE YOUTH HUB - APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Monday 11th April: MOVIE DAY - FREE
10.30a.m. to 12.30p.m. Primary school movies
1.00p.m. to 3.00p.m. older ages
Popcorn and sausage sizzle
Tuesday 12th April: FISHING - FREE
11.30a.m. - bring your own rod or use one of our rods. Fully supervised. Bring your own hat
sunscreen and water bottle. Meet at the Hub.
Wednesday 13th April: TEN PIN BOWLING - cost 2 games $15
11.30a.m. - Port City Wave Bowl
Thursday 14th April: KAYAKING - cost $12.50
2.00p.m. - meet at the Hub for 1.5 hours of fully supervised fun and Kayaking tour.
Friday 15th April: Coastal walk - cost is FREE
meet at the Youth Hub before 11.00a.m. for BBQ and coastal walk along our beautiful beaches.
Monday 18th April: MOVIE DAY - FREE
10.30a.m. to 12.30p.m. Primary school aged movie
1.00p.m. to 3.00p.m. older ages movie
popcorn and sausage sizzle
Tuesday 19th April: ROCK CLIMBING AND LASER SKIRMISH
12md. COST $20
Wednesday 20th April: TEN PIN BOWLING - cost $15 for two games
Thursday 21st April: KAYAKING - cost $12.50
9.30a.m. - meet at the Hub for 1.5hrs of fully supervised fun and kayaking tour. Sausage sizzle
at completion.
Friday 22nd April: COASTAL WALK - FREE
Meet at the hub 10.00a.m. for a walk along our beautiful beaches and BBQ upon return.
For all activities bookings are essential please contact the details below to reserve your place.
Phone Jayson on 0418664537 or email: [email protected]
The Hub will be open Monday to Friday of each week of the holidays 10.00a.m. to 4.00p.m.
Visit our website: www.pmyh.org.au or drop by.
Thank you all
Michael and Jayson