Term 3, Week 4, 16 August

Principal

Student Free Day

A reminder that Monday 19 August is a student free day. Staff are undertaking professional learning on teaching that engages students and the use of data to improve student learning. We look forward to students returning on Tuesday for our Feast Day celebrations. 

Feast of Mary MacKillop

Last Thursday 8 August was the Feast of Mary MacKillop. Due to the HSC Trials we wait until Week 5 to celebrate our Patron Saint as a whole school community. We look forward to this day as a highlight of our MacKillop Community. On Tuesday 20 August the day will begin with a Mass and then be followed by a celebration of sharing a meal, games and activities. 

In addition to the $30 cost of the day, which covers food, games and activities, students will also have the opportunity to purchase their lunch by ordering online, or to buy additional games and activity tickets on the day. 

Additional tickets purchased will contribute to the Mary MacKillop College Fund, used to support various communities and charities that MacKillop College and the Student Representative Council support. 

We look forward to a great day of celebration and fun. Parents are most welcome to join us for the Mass commencing at 9.15am.

College Attendance

Regular school attendance has many benefits. Being at school fosters a sense of connection and belonging, increases learning time, and improves learning outcomes. CSO (DLCS) recognises a 95% attendance rate as 'attending school regularly' and is the minimum expectation for students.

To support students and families, and as part of compliance, we will inform some families of student attendance rates in Week 5.

Families of students whose attendance rate is below 90% will be informed via a letter to ensure an awareness of this rate. We recognise/acknowledge illness or family commitments may account for these absences. Families of students whose attendance rate is of concern will be invited to meet to discuss how we can support attendance improvement.

Bullying No Way Week 2024

Bullying No Way Week, 12 to 16 August 2024, is Australia’s key bullying prevention initiative and connects schools and communities to find workable solutions to prevent bullying.

This year, MacKillop students are celebrating the theme 'Everyone Belongs' by reading the poem 'Bystander' by our very own English teacher Mr Mitchell Buchtmann, a piece that explores the dangers of being a bystander to bullying and encourages all to speak up and foster an environment where everyone belongs. To view the MacKillop College Say No to Bullying clip please click here.

At MacKillop College RESPECT is one of our core-values. Along with our other core values of COMPASSION and COMMUNITY our emphasis is on building positive relationships, encouraging others and not being critical or judgemental. 

Both students and parents are encouraged to speak up and have a conversation with a staff member if you, your child or another student is subjected to repeated verbal, physical or online intimidation or harassment. 

St. Agnes’ Parish Drumline seven times National Champions

On Saturday, 3 August, Drumlines from across Australia gathered on the basketball courts of Barker College in Hornsby, NSW, to contest the 25th edition of the National Drumline Championships hosted by Optimum Percussion, and despite some stern competition, the Senior Drumline representing the St. Agnes' Parish Secondary Schools (and competing under their Port Macquarie Vanguard moniker), walked away with the top prize as Champion Drumline for their 7th consecutive national title. 

With a score of 87/100 for the mandatory Test Piece and a 92/100 for their Own Choice, the drumline once again decimated the competition with a show requiring a high degree of technical proficiency fused with complex design and advanced musical responsibility. In addition to the normal drumline components of snare drums, tenor drums, bass drums, & cymbals, they were aided by the visual contributions of their Colour Guard, under the direction of their captain Piper Roberts and colour guard instructor Jorjia-Rose Styles.

The Own Choice floor show was titled "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter ', which was conceived, written, choreographed, & directed by drumline instructor Mark Spence, and brought to life through the help of assistant instructors Michael Nixon and Callum Pender as well as Drumline Captain Liam Delandemare. In addition to receiving the highest scores in both the Test Piece and Own Choice sections, the Port Macquarie Vanguard also walked away with an additional "Best Snare Section" caption award, also marking a streak of seven in a row for that particular honour. 

The newly formed Port Macquarie Brumbies, conceived as a junior training ensemble for future members of the senior line, also competed earlier that evening prior to the main event. The Brumbies took out 1st Place for their Own Choice of "Shake 'n Bake" and represented themselves very well against a large field, narrowly missing out on claiming their first cap in Division B.

Both drumlines have had a small break before they head North to compete in the Queensland Catholic Schools Music Festival (QCMF) this weekend.

Assistant Principal - Mission

Mary MacKillop

This Tuesday, we celebrate the name of the college, Mary MacKillop. As such, it is timely to be reminded of some of what may be considered Mary’s major contributions and legacy to Australia. Below are just a few of the initiatives for which she is recognised. It is interesting to note that, at a time of hostility in Australia between Catholic and Protestant, Mary made no distinction between Catholic, Protestant, other faith, or no faith for the services offered by herself and the Sisters of St. Joseph.

Outline of the Major Contributions of St. Mary of the Cross MacKillop

Founding the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart (Josephites):

• In 1866, Mary MacKillop co-founded the Josephites with Fr. Julian Tenison Woods in Penola, South Australia.
• The order was dedicated to the education of the poor, particularly in rural and remote areas.
• Under her leadership, the Josephites established numerous schools, orphanages, and charitable institutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Advocacy for Accessible Education:

• Mary believed in providing free education to all, irrespective of social status or financial means.
• She pioneered the concept of "walking nuns," who travelled to remote communities to establish schools.
• Her commitment ensured that children in marginalised communities received quality education, laying the foundation for a more equitable society.

Resilience in the Face of Adversity:

• She faced opposition from certain church authorities, leading to her excommunication in 1871, which was later lifted.
• Despite challenges, she remained steadfast in her mission, demonstrating unwavering faith and dedication.
• Her perseverance led to the expansion of the Josephites and their continued influence on social welfare.

Canonisation and Legacy:

• In 2010, Mary MacKillop was canonised as Australia's first saint, St. Mary of the Cross.
• Her life serves as an enduring inspiration for compassion, service, and commitment to social justice.
• The institutions she founded continue to operate, reflecting her lasting impact on education and charity.

Lessons from St. Mary MacKillop for Our Time and Context

Commitment to Social Justice:

• Mary's dedication to educating the marginalised underscores the importance of addressing inequalities in our societies today. Advocating for equal opportunities remains vital.

Resilience and Faith Amid Challenges:

• Her ability to remain steadfast despite opposition teaches the value of perseverance. In contemporary times, facing adversities with courage and conviction is essential.

Innovative Approaches to Service:

• Mary's concept of "walking nuns" highlights the need for adaptability and innovation in outreach. Embracing new methods to serve communities can lead to transformative change.

Peter Murphy
Assistant Principal Mission

Year 7

Uniform

Being in the middle of the colder months, there have been some students who have been slipping with their uniform standards. A common misconception is that it is okay for students to wear sports uniforms on a non-sports/PDHPE day. Our Code of Presentation says, ‘Students will wear the formal college uniform on all school days except when they are engaged in a lesson or school-related activity that requires the full college sport uniform to be worn.’ 

A reminder also about the formal uniform ‘In winter, plain black scarves may only be worn with the college jacket or jumper, and black tights may be worn with the skirt instead of socks. Undershirts or singlets must be plain white and not visible.’

Bullying

This week is Bullying No Way: A National Week of Action. This is the nationwide movement to take a stand against bullying on the National Day of Action (today, August 16) against Bullying and Violence (NDA). Year 7 recently discussed bullying in a year-end meeting. 

Bullying refers to the unwanted, repeated, and intentional use of words or actions against someone or a group of students to cause distress and pose a pose a risk to their wellbeing. Different types of bullying include physical (hands-on), emotional (making people feel bad), and social (exclusion, social media).

Behaviours that do not constitute bullying include:

•  mutual arguments and disagreements;
•  not liking someone, or a single act of social rejection;
•  a single episode of hurtful words or actions; and
•  isolated incidents of aggression, intimidation, or violence.

As a year group, we discussed the following ways that we could support our fellow students: 

• be a supportive bystander (upstander); and
• promote values of compassion, respect, empathy, and kindness.

Students will also get an opportunity to have their say in their next installment of the Anti-Bullying Survey, next Wednesday in Extended PC.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Silver Principal’s Award: Harry Attwells, Harrison Bemmann, Patrick Blackman, Alexander Boath, Layla Buxton, Mason Caltabiano, Mason Campbell, Grace Campbell, Olivia Chung Tian Lan, Oscar Collins, Bronte Cross, Samuel Dicker, Tyler Dutton, Ava English, Lainey Fenton, Lilly Fraser, Sienna Furney, Sophie Hanson, Hazel Horwood, Airlie Kearns, Samuel King, Jacob Lane-Rowsthorne, Sophie Lawrence, Noah Marchant, Archie McKeough, Sofia McNeil, Karsanth Mohanaranjan, Alina O'Brien, Levi Pees, Hudson Peir, Madilyn Tinley, Piper Trindall, Alexander Vaquerisaz Canivilo, Summer Waller, Amelia Williams, Violet Wilton, Cody Winter & Brooke Young.

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Harry Attwells, Victoria Awad, Summer Baker, Maja Baker, Esther Ballard, Stephanie Banham (x2), Riley Batman, Harrison Bemmann, Harrison Blackman, Patrick Blackman, Joseph Blundell (x2), Alexander Boath, Mia Bringans, Grace Broderick, Christopher Bullock, Breanna Butt, Layla Buxton, Mason Caltabiano, Mason Campbell, Grace Campbell, Paige Causley, Chloe Chilko, Olivia Chung Tian Lan, Xavier Cleary, Flynn Cloake, Oscar Collins, Sonny Cowan, Liam Cox, Bronte Cross (x2), Tahney Cross, Xavier Dare, Johnny Davidson, Ruby Davies, Sebastian De Somma, Samuel Dicker, Sophie Donohoe, Tyler Dutton, Indi Easton, William Ebbs, Olivia Edwards, Ava English, Drew Evans, Salvador Fairley, Lainey Fenton, Lilly Fraser, Sienna Furney (x2), Xanthiah Galea, Callum Galleghan, Grace Gallery, Anna Gardiner (x2), Elliott Geddes, Julian Geddes, Stephanie Gould, Sophie Hanson, Angus Hawken, Zy Hogan, Liam Holding, Hazel Horwood, Nathan Keane, Airlie Kearns, Samuel King, Benjamin King, Jemma Kowalewski, Jacob Lane-Rowsthorne, Sophie Lawrence, Sebastien Ledbrook (x2), Zed Lewis, Noah Marchant, Maria Mariott Mariucci, Bethany Martin, Riley  Martino, Antonia McEntyre, Archie McKeough, Julius McNee, Sofia McNeil, Charlotte Miles, Karsanth Mohanaranjan, Gracie Moore, Meela Munro, Sonny Nasso, Alina O'Brien, Charlotte Pascua, Taj Patterson, Levi Pees, Hudson Peir, Natasha Pirnie, Felix Plowright, Flynn Pociask, Nikita Poltorasky, Jacob Pope, Grace Pulham, Ranuki Ranasinghe, Riley Richards, Thomas Robb, Chloe Robertson, Hannah Ryan, Benjamin Ryan, Akshara Sanaw, Isla Scaysbrook, Chance Schmatloch, Max Schneider, Hudson Sprague, Shylah Tattersall, Madilyn Tinley, Piper Trindall, Charles Trotter (x2), Alexander Vaquerisaz Canililo, Amelia Varcoe, Dhiya Varsani, Joslyn Wake, Summer Waller (x2), Oliver Walters (x2), Sophia Ward, Lincoln Wells, Amelia Williams (x2), Violet Wilton (x2), Violet Wilton, Cody Winter, Brooke Young.

Ryan Adams
Year 7 Leader of Pastoral Care

Year 8

The national week of action against bullying falls during Week 4. It is a time to bring awareness to the issue, encourage early intervention, which can stop bullying behaviour before it escalates, and foster a supportive environment where individuals feel safe and valued. It was with this in mind that I recently spoke to Year 8 about the data we reviewed from both the ‘tell them from me’ and bullying surveys students completed last semester. One of the big takeaways for me was that 40% of students say they have experienced some form of verbal bullying, and 30% of students in Year 8 say they are socially bullied every week.

A new study (2022) from the University of Missouri found social exclusion is the most common form of bullying. It involves socially excluding peers from group activities and spreading harmful rumours.

The main factor that can reduce social exclusion is bystander education. Research indicates the powerful role that bystanders can play in halting bullying. When bystanders observe exclusion but do not intervene, observers judge exclusion as more acceptable.

The Year 8 Mary MacKillop Charism is “Find happiness in making others happy” and is a perfect example of how we should approach the myriad of relationships we find ourselves in each day. Having a conversation with your young person about bullying is an important step in ensuring everyone feels safe and welcome in our school community.

There is some great secondary school research here on the NSW Education Bullying No Way: National Week of Action

https://education.nsw.gov.au/schooling/schooling-initiatives/anti-bullying/educators/national-day-of-action#tabs1    

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Silver Principal’s Award: Jasmine Anastas, Annabelle Ashton, Jayden Atkins, Angus Browning, Isaac Buttsworth, Georgie Carlton, Lily Castiglioni, Leila Castles, Ryder Colthorpe, William Coombes, Ruby Cramp, Noah Dowd, Lucy Giudicelli, Bianca Harrison, Josette Hoffman, Kajus Horan Juzenas, Jayden Jamnadas, Iluka Kincaid, Gene Lucas, Nicholas Maetzig, Rocky Mann, Aidan Miles, Jeremy Mills, Maya Perry, Maya Pryce-Boylan, Chloe Ribot De Bressac, Zali Santos, Nikki Seears, Lenny Spitzer, Tyler Temporale, Troy Towers, Zoe Townsend, Archie Wallace & Ruby Winters.

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Samrina Adhikari, Jasmine Anastas, Annabelle Ashton, Jayden Atkins, Samuel Brazel, Angus Browning, Lachlan Bryant, Isaac Buttsworth, Abigail Byrne, Javier Carle, Georgie Carlton, Lily Castiglioni, Leila Castles, Ryder Colthorpe, William Coombes, Aaron Cotovich, Ruby Cramp, Noah Dowd, Bethany Folkes, Ruby Ford, Jake Gainsford, Lucy Giudicelli, Sienna Goldie, Joshua Goldie, Maeve Gornall, Bianca Harrison, Leela Hill, Josette Hoffman, Kajus Horan Juzenas, Jayden Jamnadas, Max Jordan, Talia Kapila, Iluka Kincaid, Gene Lucas, Nicholas Maetzig, Ruby Magnus, Dominic Mamo, Rocky Mann, Aidan Miles, Jeremy Mills, Maya Perry, Nathaniel Pohlmann, Edie Porter, Maya Pryce-Boylan, Xavier Reichelt, Chloe Ribot De Bressac, Addison Rolfe, Liam Ryals, Zali Santos, Nikki Seears, Tilly Sinclair, Andrew Slavin, Tora Smith, Lenny Spitzer, Tahlia Sutherland, Mark Temple, Tyler Temporale, Tahlia Thompson, Abigail Tinley, Troy Towers, Zoe Townsend, Mackenzie Trimmer, Aria Varghese, Archie Wallace, Lachlan Walters, Eve Washburn, Tianah Wehlow, Jaysen Wei, Georgia White, Maya Williams, Sophia Wilmot & Ruby Winters.

Adam O’Brien
Year 8 Leader of Pastoral Care

Year 9

Year 9 Donations to 'Our Place'

UBUNTU is an African word meaning ‘human kindness’; we are defined by the way in which we treat others, to "do unto others as you would have them do unto you" (Matt 7:12).

For the last two weeks, Year 9’s have driven the collection and donation of non-perishable goods for ‘Our Place’, where vulnerable people can access support and supplies to help them in their time of need from the St. Agnes’ Parish Youth and Community Hub.

We are very proud of our students’ response to this successful collaborative project in action. Thank you, parents, for supporting your child’s donation to this cause and helping them translate generosity and kindness into action.

Mary MacKillop Feast Day

Each year, we celebrate the solemnity of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Australia's beloved first saint and patron saint of our school. St. Mary's MacKillop's impact on Australian education was remarkable. She was a trailblazer and a leader who passionately advocated for the holistic Catholic education of children in rural areas and opened a door of hope into the future for them and their families, teaching the values of justice, hope, collaboration, compassion, and respect. 

To honour her legacy, our school community varies from routine to celebrate Mary MacKillop Feast Day next Tuesday, August 20. #MMDay is our major fundraiser for the year! Monies raised will be used to support the marginalised, less fortunate, and underprivileged, as identified throughout the year.

The day begins with a liturgy, and for the remainder of the day, students join in the various activities being run, similar to a festival-like atmosphere.

Year 9 PC groups and their teachers have collaborated and will run an activity on the day through a roster system. It is wonderful to see the students' enthusiasm and responsibility in preparing for their activities to run a lolly and fairy floss stall and “sideshow alley” activities.

This is an out-of-uniform day. The SRC has encouraged students to dress for an ‘80’s’ theme. Students and families are urged to check the student out of the uniform code of presentation outlined in the student handbook under the tab school documentation in Compass to ensure their attire is appropriate.

For practical purposes, #MM Feast Day is a cashless event. Students will purchase tokens to the value of $30.00 for use on the day. There will also be $10, 20 and $30 options available for purchase on the day. They may bring their own lunch and snacks or pre-order food via the QKR app.

It is a compulsory school day and promises to be a lot of fun.

Upcoming Events & Assessments

Week 5

• Monday, 19 August - Student Free Day 
• Tuesday, 20 August - Mary MacKillop Feast Day

Week 6

• Wednesday, 28 August - PDHPE (HI) 8.45am. PPE Talk P1 & 2

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Silver Principal’s Award: Eliana Ballard, Oliver Bishell, Lucas Boath, Joe Caruso, Jonathan Choi, Flynn Daly, Rhys Evans, Sarah Gleeson, Jackson Hollis, Camille Hostettler, Dylan Keane, Charlotte McEntyre, Tori McGrath, Charley McGuigan, Darcy Middleton, Angelina Mifsud-Scriven, Jessica Moore, Amarni Munro-Blanch, Marley Thick, Joey Thompson, Nyah Villagran-Eichmann, Sierra Westbrook, Addison Williams & Mia Zvirzdinas.

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Georgia Allan, Isaac Archer, Eliana Ballard, Zachary Bibel, Oliver Bishell, Lucas Boath, Charlie Cameron, Ethan Carey, Joe Caruso, Jonathan Choi, Ivy Collins, Rhyder Collins, Saoirse Crinion, Grace Dahlenburg, Flynn Daly, Frieda Dudfield, Philippa Eakin, Rhys Evans, Gemirah Fernando, Peter Field, Toby Fraser, Joshua Freeman, Elijah Geddes, Darcie Gleeson, Sarah Gleeson, Patrick Green, Amarlie Gregory, Anna Harmer, Julia Helena Streegan, Adam Hines, Jackson Hollis, Camille Hostettler, Logan Howard, Tallulah Jones, Dylan Keane (x2), Lucas Manning, Charlotte McEntyre, Jack McGrath, Tori McGrath, Charley McGuigan, Amber McIlroy, Alyssa McNamara, Ruby Merritt, Darcy Middleton, Angelina Mifsud-Scriven, Jessica Moore, Lucas Morris, Claire Morris, Lily Moseley, Amarni Munro-Blanch, James Owen, Milla Pieren, Noah Pociask, Mylee Roach, Noah Sanders, Alex Saunders, Elijah Schmidt, Benjamin Spencer, Marley Thick, Joey Thompson, Jude Vasilescu, Nyah Villagran-Eichmann, Sierra Westbrook, William Whicker, Addison Williams, Charlie Wise & Mia Zvirzdinas.

Nicole O’Connell
Year 9 Leader of Pastoral Care

Year 10

Exciting times, but...

It is clear that our students have had a busy yet productive start. Their energy and enthusiasm are truly commendable. Our Year 10 group can be commended for their approach to the subject information day last Monday and the subsequent interview process last Wednesday.

This time of year brings many exciting opportunities as students begin to think more deeply about their future pathways. With plenty of information being shared and important decisions being made, it's easy to get caught up in the possibilities ahead.

However, while it's thrilling to look forward to what's next, it's equally important to stay grounded in the present. Each day in the classroom is an opportunity—every lesson matters. It's crucial that students approach each class with the right attitude, apply themselves fully, and maintain positive behaviour.

Our focus on the future should inspire us, but we must also remember that the present is where the foundation for that future is laid. Let’s make each moment count.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Silver Principal’s Award: Audrey Blake, Lachlan Brazel, Abbie Brennan, Eli Collins, Caitlin Davis, Daisy Duncan, Sophie Gallagher, Kale Haese, Jasper Hall, Ashleigh Heal, Willis Jensen, Ethan Kelly, Matthew Mizzi, Daisy Pees, Mia Perkins, Amelia Queripel, George Swanson, Hannah Taylor, Austin Watson & Audrey Woolnough.

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Bridie Baird, Cooper Beukers, Audrey Blake, Lachlan Brazel, Abbie Brennan, Cameron Bullock, Abby Buttsworth, Samuel Campbell, Eli Collins, Marli    Connerty, Caitlin Davis, Dylan Day, Cooper Dekker, Daisy Duncan, Aiden Finch, Sophie Gallagher, Kale Haese, Jasper Hall, Ashleigh Heal, Willis Jensen, Ethan Kelly, Asha McLean, Amy McWilliams, Matilda Medlin, Leandre Menelet, Jack Merrick, Jessica Miles, Micaela Mitchell, Matthew Mizzi, Daisy Pees, Mia Perkins, Amelia Queripel, Lucy Robinson, Jack Ryan, Caleb Sajko, Savannah Sivell, Alex Slavin, George Swanson, Hannah Taylor, Austin Watson, Gilbert White, Maddison Whitton-Howell, Estelle Williams, Pippa Wilson, Audrey Woolnough & Annalise Wright.

Tom Salter
Year 10 Leader of Pastoral Care

Year 11

Year 12 2025 Jerseys

As mentioned in previous newsletters, the Year 12 2025 Jersey has been finalised. The students have tried on test jerseys for sizing and can now place their orders. The order due date has been extended to Monday, August 19, to allow parents and carers to access the order form for the child.

Please follow this link for the Jersey order and place the order ASAP. Future orders after this date will not be possible.

Year 12: 2025 Jersey Order

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Macey Arkinstall, Emma Burge, Olivia Byrne, Emily Castiglioni, Keira Crinion, Lucy Fitzgerald, Judson Insall, Cara McIlroy, Imogen McNeil, Lourdes Obeid, Claire Pieren, Tobey Pol, Tom Rosenbaum & Madeline Strong.

Dan O’Dell
Year 11 Leader of Pastoral Care

Year 12

Things to do when the Trial HSC Exams are over.

Next Monday marks the end of the trial HSC exam period. For most students, it’s a big relief that these exams are done. However, I have learned that the next few weeks must be carefully managed so that students get some rest but don’t fully relax into “my work is done” mode. Ideally, we should take a short time off before we start building up again as the weeks roll on to the end of the term. I have some tips for the six weeks after the trial, which I will be sharing with students on their return to school,

Have some time off, but not too much time. In the few days after finishing your trials, take time to relax, recharge, and prepare your body and mind for the final leg of the HSC. You’ve (hopefully) worked hard to prepare for your trials and deserve some time to do the things you like doing. However, it’s important that this mini-break is, in fact, a mini-break. It’s OK to take a few days off studying, but avoid taking a break that’s longer than a week; the HSC will be here before you know it.

Keep doing light study. While you’re waiting for your trial marks, keep up some light study. This could include keeping your notes up-to-date (or completing any notes that you didn’t finish before trials), revising a topic a night, or re-reading important chapters in your English texts.

Learn from your mistakes: Regardless of whether you do well or not in your trials, you can always improve and learn from your mistakes. Once you receive your exam paper, carefully read any comments, take note of what sections you did well in and which sections let you down, and think about how prepared you felt for the exam and if your mark reflected this.

Here are some questions you should answer for each exam paper:

• Where did I lose the majority of my marks? Was it for a specific topic or section?
• Why did I lose these marks? Did I not know the answer? Did I not answer the question? Did I not write enough or too much? 
• Did I manage my time well? Did I spend too long on any questions and not enough time on others?
• Did I make any silly mistakes? Where, and why?
• Did I get full marks on any questions? What sets this answer apart from my other answers?
• Did I remember all the content I studied?

Once you have answered these questions, talk to your teachers about how you can improve on each of these factors.

Work with your peers. Before trials, I’m sure the HSC felt like a battle. Your peers were your competitors, and your ranking mattered. It’s important to remember that now, the HSC is no longer a battle; it’s a team effort. Your internal HSC mark will likely be affected by how well our school does in each subject in the HSC exam, so it’s important that you all do well. I repeat, the better our whole group does, the better you will likely do. So start working effectively with each other—share resources, get good study tips, and help anyone who is struggling with a certain topic or concept. And likewise, ask for help if you need it.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following students who have received a Leader of Pastoral Care Award: Chelsea Gallagher, Emily Galvin, Drew Huender, Lara Inman, Maeve Kinchington, Melesse Mallyon, Alira Neale, Caitlyn Pares & Kohdi Sprague.

Bruce Smith
Year 12 Leader of Pastoral Care

Wellbeing

The last time I wrote in this newsletter, Term 2 Week 8, I wrote about the ‘Science of Kindness’ and how good it was, not just for the person being kind but for the entire community. Today, kindness features again, but in conjunction with the Australian Government’s National Week of Action: Bullying No Way! 

I’m going to share with you what I sent out to every student through Compass on Monday. 

“Bullying No Way: National Week of Action. What you can do...

I'm going to make this pretty simple and give you three things you should do this week and from this point forward:

• Don't bully anyone. Yep, it's that easy—this is the very "base" level of action that we expect. Everyone should be on board with this; if you aren't, you need to look at what kind of person you want to be.

• Be kind. At the "novice" level of action, you have no clue what people are going through; a kind word here or there could go a really long way.

• Be an upstander. The "expert" level of action: see someone being bullied; do something. Ask for it to stop, get an adult involved, remove the person being bullied from the situation, whatever you can do.

We are all part of the MacKillop community, and those in a community should protect those who are vulnerable and stop those who are trying to break it down. 

Bullying is not acceptable; take some action.”

The message to the students is simple and clear. I hope that you can help us by reinforcing this message and encouraging these three actions.

“There is no better exercise for your heart than reaching down and helping to lift someone up.”

Bernard Meltzer

Have a great weekend.

Lisa Kable
Leader of Wellbeing: Social and Emotional Support

Music News

“To sing is to pray twice.” St Augustine

Co-Curricular Music Showcase

On Thursday, 1 August, MacKillop College hosted the annual Co-Curricular Music Showcase. Thank you to all students and families who attended and to all music tutors and directors for their support and expertise on the night.

The showcase displayed a number of MacKillop music ensembles, with years 7 through 12 represented on stage.

There was a palpable energy in the theatre on stage, reciprocated by a wonderfully supportive audience.

A very entertaining evening, and one not to be missed in 2025! See you there!

Concert Band

Annabelle Ashton, Grace Ashton, Liam Ayres, Josh Ball, Chloe Chilko, Ruby Cramp, Hunter Davis, Pip Eakin, William Ebbs, Aidan Esson, Anna Gardiner, Paige Goldie, Lara Inman,, Declan Jones, Charley Kaddatz, Sam King, Eliana Martino, Tara Mitchell, Zoe Mizzi, Lucas Morris, Xavier Morrison, Felix Plowright, Nate Pohlmann, Addison Rolfe, Benjamin Ryan, Julia Helena Streegan, Mark Temple, Aleisha Van Lint

Woodwind Ensemble

Annabelle Ashton, Grace Ashton, Chloe Chilko, Ruby Cramp, Pip Eakin, Addison Rolfe

Pop Choir

Samrina Adhikari, Annabelle Ashton, Grace Ashton, Summer Baker, Kayla Bayer, Olivia Blake, Grace Gallery, Megan Goldie, Sienna Goldie, Jiya Jamu, Lily Meredith, Alira Neale, Charlotte Newman, Ranuki Ranasinghe, Mark Temple, Aleisha Van Lint, Aria Varghese, Edith White, Isabella White

Junior Percussion Ensemble

Liam Ayres, Scarlet Brooke, William Ebbs, Aidan Esson, Amelia Heery, Benjamin Ryan, Julia Helena Streegan

Senior Percussion Ensemble

Olivia Blake, Adam Bryant, Sophie Bryant, Liam Delandemare, Rhys Kendal, Tom Spilsbury, Gilbert White

Stage Band

Liam Delandemare, Pip Eakin, Lara Inman, Mark Temple

Collective Praise Band & Singers

Samrina Adhikari, Stephanie Banham, Olivia Blake, Alexandra Bransdon, Megan Goldie, Sienna Goldie, Jiya Jamu, Rhys Kendal, Jemma Kowalewski, Alira Neale, Aria Varghese, Lani Warren, Daniel Zhong

Emmaus Home: Red Nose Day

On Friday, 9 August, students from the MacKillop College Collective Praise Band and Singers attended Emmaus Home to participate in a Red Nose Day concert. 

The students performed to a very appreciative audience. In addition, Olivia Blake and Lani Warren performed solo repertoire, putting their performance skills to the test. They performed brilliantly and are to be commended!

It was a wonderful afternoon and an opportunity for our music students to share the gift of music outside our college community while connecting with our parish community and the important service that Emmaus Home provides.

We hope to perform at Emmaus again in the near future.

Thank you to Ms. Cara Stewart, who assisted at the concert, and to Lani Warren, Olivia Blake, Samrina Adhikari, Isabella White, and Alexandra Bransdon.

The Friday Sing

Sing with a mate, sing with your class, sing with your PC, sing at home, sing with family, sing to God, sing to relax, sing for fun, sing as prayer, or just listen for a little inspiration. Enjoy!

Praises - Elevation Rhythm

Ensemble Rehearsal Timetable: Term 3

Uniform Expectations

Please note that all student performers at MacKillop, either soloists or ensembles, are no longer required to purchase a performing ensemble shirt. Students are to adhere to the uniform expectations outlined in the document attached below.

Music Performance Uniform Expectations Information Letter

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Rob Denham (leader of co-curricular music).

Links & Forms

Music Ensemble Sign Up Form 2024

Music Tuition Request Form 2024

Instrument Rental Agreement 2024

Please contact Mr Denham with any questions relating to the co-curricular music program at MacKillop College.

Upcoming Events

• Queensland Catholic Schools Music Festival - (Villanova College, Brisbane) Friday August 16 - Sunday 18, (SAPSS Concert Band, SAPSS Jazz Band and Drumlines)
• Feast Day Mass
• (College Hall) Tuesday August 20, Period 1 and 2, Collective Praise Band & Singers
• Mary MacKillop Day Music (Feast Day Concert)
• (Timber Seats Stage) Tuesday August 20, 11.30am - 2.00pm, Concert Band, Collective Praise Band & Singers, Senior and Junior elective music students.
  

Please get in touch with Mr Denham with any questions relating to the co-curricular music program at MacKillop College.

Robert Denham
Leader of Co-Curricular Music

Sport News

Athletics Carnival Champions

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U16 Girls Rugby League

After winning our region, the under-16 girls contested the rugby league's northern state final here in Port Macquarie. The day started with a challenging game against St. Pius X Adamstown. They took a while to get into their groove and consequently went down 18-0. 

We then came up against Rutherford Technical College. Some smart attacks from Lily Moseley, Arliah Morris, and Darcie Gleeson quickly took the girls to an early lead. The game finished with a final score of 28-4 in our favour. 

Janaye Singh was thrown into the front row and did not disappoint, as did the consistently brave runs from Inala Gibbs, Charlee Lawlor, and Gemirah Fernando. Our tackling machine, Ella Oliver, continued her tough defence as always, supported by Autumn Curtis and Indy Murray. Our third and final game was to be our most challenging yet, going in with only 13 players. St. Joseph’s Catholic College Aberdeen were a very well-drilled team with a lot of playing experience. Unfortunately, the girls went down 22-0, but the scoreboard didn’t reflect the game. 

A special mention goes to Mikaeli Morgan, who had not previously played any rugby league but went out there and played so well with her lightning speed. Our outside backs, Charlotte Weatherley, Riley Dailey, and Suki Fraser, gained confidence each game and helped the girls have some tough carries. Our MVP of the day went to Arliah Morris.

MVP: Arliah Morris

Laura Cudmore (Coach)

Rugby 7’s U18 boys 

The Port Macquarie Secondary Schools Rugby 7s Competition unfolded under challenging conditions, with cold winds testing the mettle of the young athletes. MacKillop College faced a gruelling day of competition, participating in three intense matches that showcased their strengths and areas for improvement.

In their opening encounter, MacKillop College squared off against Camden High in a closely contested battle. Despite a valiant effort, Camden High's strength ultimately proved too much for MacKillop. Sam Young emerged as a standout performer for MacKillop, consistently exploiting gaps in the tired defence to create open running lanes. Jack Healey's dominance around the breakdown was equally impressive, securing multiple turnovers and disrupting Camden's Haven's rhythm.

MacKillop's second match pitted them against a formidable Dorrigo side. The physically imposing Dorrigo team overpowered MacKillop, clinching victory by a margin of two tries. Jacob Power and Cody Mills shone for MacKillop despite the loss, spearheading the attack with powerful runs through the middle of the field.

The day's final game saw MacKillop bounce back with a resounding 56-5 victory over Kempsey Adventist. This comprehensive win showcased MacKillop's resilience and ability to finish strong. Sam Ayton, Cruz Lewis, and Luke Jones delivered standout performances, contributing significantly to the team's impressive scoreline.

Throughout the tournament, MacKillop College exemplified the true spirit of rugby. Their sportsmanship and fair play were on full display, earning them respect from opponents and spectators alike. The competition highlighted individual talents and emphasised the importance of teamwork and perseverance in the face of challenging conditions.

This Rugby 7 tournament was an excellent platform for these young athletes to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience in a competitive setting. As the rugby season progresses, the lessons learned and bonds formed during this event will undoubtedly contribute to the continued development of these promising players.

Jason McRae (Coach)

Rugby 7’s U14 boys 

It was a cold and windy day at Stuart Park for the annual inter-school rugby 7’s tournament for the U14 boys. Despite the weather, the team played some great rugby in the right spirit and ran out as eventual winners on the day with a hard-fought win against a tough St. Paul’s Kempsey outfit. This win will see the team head to the state finals in Sydney later this term.

• Game 1: MacKillop 68 vs. Macksville 0.
• Game 2: MacKillop 68 vs. Kempsey Adventist 0.
• Game 3: MacKillop 42 vs. St. Paul’s Kempsey B 7.
• Final: MacKillop 22 vs. St. Paul’s Kempsey A 7.

MVP: Baxter Allison

Dave Kennedy (Coach)

Rugby 7’s U16 boys 

On Wednesday, July 31, under-16 boys represented MacKillop at the Mid.

North Coast Rugby 7’s. We had a good win in our first game against Macksville B’s. We also won against Kempsey Adventist in our other pool game. In the final, against Macksville A's, the boys played the best they had all day, with much better discipline and teamwork. It was a well-deserved win. This win allowed us to progress to the state finals later in the year. Sam Young was voted MVP.

MVP: Sam Young

James Way (Coach)

Basketball

Year 7/8 Girls

The Year 7/8 Girls Basketball team recently enjoyed success at the Diocesan Championships in Port Macquarie. The girls started the competition strongly, enjoying wins against Xavier College Ballina (50-7), Woodlawn College (60-11), and Mt. St. Pats Murwillumbah in the semi-final.

This placed us first in the pool and put us up against St. John Paul College, Coffs Harbour, in the final. In a tight contest, the girls played some strong defence in the second half to end up competition winners. Congratulations to all the team on a great effort and being Diocesan Champions. The team now moves onto the NSWCCC finals in Sydney in Term 4. Congratulations to the team, which includes Grace Collins, Mikayla Adams, Alyra Buckley, Ruby Winters, Tilly Sinclair, Maya Perry, Grace Byrne, Millie Byrne, Trinity McIlroy, and Lucia Hurdle.

MVP: Grace Collins

Mr Ryan Adams (Coach)

Year 7/8 Boys

The 7-8 MacKillop boys basketball team was recently crowned the Diocesan Basketball Champions. The boys demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork, and determination, winning every game in the round stages by comfortable margins. They met Regional in the semi-finals and after a slow start, they took out a 56-18 point victory. The boys met John Paul College in the final which provided the toughest challenge of the day. After going down in the in the first half the boys showed their class, coming back and winning by 15. All the players should be congratulated.

Adam O’Brien (Coach)

Intermediate girls

The 9/10 girls basketball team displayed excellent sportswomanship over the two days of competition. The team won one of their games convincingly, but lost to a very strong John Paul College in the semi-finals. I would like to congratulate the girls on their efforts, great humour, and team spirit that they displayed on the day. Well done.

Stephanie Connor (Coach)

Intermediate Boys

The MacKillop College Intermediate Boys Basketball team put on an exemplary display of not only basketball ability but also determination and sportsmanship. Throughout the first day of pool matches, our team didn’t drop a single game, finishing first in the pool thanks to excellent shooting performances and a great showing of teamwork. Everyone on the squad contributed to the team’s wins, with consistent offence and unbelievable defensive efforts. The second day, we lost a tough semi-final match to St. Joseph’s Regional, where our team displayed resilience in the face of some unfortunate shooting, once again showing their defensive strength and determination. I want to thank all the players for representing the school excellently both on and off the court over the two days.

MVP: Zakkiah Galea

Ethan Houldsworth (Coach)

Soccer Junior Girls NSWCCC

7-9 MacKillop girls soccer team recently competed in the junior girls NSWCCC football competition. The team had minimal training time and largely relied on communication and dedication on the day to work as a team and produce some incredible results. The girls consistently challenged themselves, playing out of position with no hesitation, trying different formations, and having full faith in themselves and their teammates. 

They faced some challenging competition but persisted even when under immense pressure, always maintaining their integrity and playing with great sportsmanship. There were some incredible goals executed with precision, and some great saves and defensive plays. The standout for this team was their ability to communicate effectively, pass accurately, and move into space to create opportunities to score. 

One of the senior referees in the competition commented that the MacKillop girls were the standouts of the day for their passing game, drawing their opposition wide and tiring the other team while maintaining possession and control of the ball. 

Their coach, Mrs. Dietrich, cannot commend the girls enough for their professionalism and impressive representation of MacKillop College. 

MVP: Frieda Dudfield 

Mrs Dietrich (Coach)

Bill Turner Girls Round 5 vs. St. Bede’s Chishom

Congratulations to the Bill Turner Girls, who were victorious against St. Bede’s Chisholm on home soil last week. This was the round 5 match of the statewide competition, and once again, the girls put on a dominant performance. 

The opposition had two key players who were strong; however, our girls identified this early and contained their attack with our ever-dependable defence. 

Charlotte Taylor scored in the first half, giving us the upper hand going into halftime. 

Freya Briggs shifted from defence into attack and scored a penalty goal early in the second half. Our midfield continued to move the ball around, with Freya scoring again to take the scoreline to 3-0. 

This round onwards includes the star player point scoring system, where the opposition coach selects three students in a 3-2-1 match. 

Congratulations to Freya (3), Hannah Gresswell (2), and Ziva Balkin (1) for having a great game. 

The girls now take on Merewether High School next week at Coffs Harbour in Round 6 of the competition. If they win this game, they travel to Coffs again the following day to play in the quarterfinal. 

Well done, girls; a great result. 

Erin Denham (Coach)

AFL 

U15’s Girls

It was an exciting day for the junior AFL girls team when they took on a number of other local schools and came out champions. Our team was the perfect mix of experience, talent, athleticism, and determination. Allowing us to build on our teamwork and success each and every game. We started with a close game with St. Columba, where we chased their one-goal lead with a flurry of behinds and finally two quick goals to win. We then won convincingly against Hastings in a match that was played in great spirit by both teams. A very tight tussle against Camden Haven led to our final win of the day, but only by a point. 

Our team was led by our experienced girls and local Magpies players, Daisy Pees, Claire Morris, Camille Hostettler, Lenni Gosling, and Arliah Morris. The other girls who are talented in their own sports but new to AFL were amazing as they adapted to the new sport and gave it their all. A special mention goes to Lenni Gosling, who tackled tirelessly all day, and Amelia Williams, who was our youngest, smallest, and possibly gutsiest player, holding her own in full forward and adding to our points tally in every game. MVP must go to Arliah Morris, who made the game look easy and was a great teammate and role model for all of our players.

Andrea Huxley (Coach)

U15 boys

After a false start with wet weather pushing this event back a term, we had the privilege of representing the college at Tuffins Lane Playing Fields in a round robin against Hastings Secondary College and St. Columba for the right to progress in the Junior Schools Cup. Our opening two matches saw us put on a display of excellent support running and strong foot skills, taking each match out with a degree of comfort. The way in which players found space on the break and made repeated efforts to win the ball “in and under” was of significant note, given that we didn’t necessarily have much experience playing AFL across the field. The link-up play and bursts of speed from Xavier, Sam, Pete, and Joey were sublime, as was the attack on the ball given to us by Stirling, Lionel, Ashton, Jake, and Alby, and the ball was always safe going into the hands of Manni, Noah, and Darcy.

In our second match against Hastings Secondary College, we swung the magnets to trial players in some different roles, but inaccurate kicking with the wind and our inability to adjust to the ball carrying the pack in defence when we were against it saw us go down. Having secured two wins across our first three games, we went into the final of the day against St. Columba. 4 first-half goals to Archie on the end of some slick delivery from our midfield group of Nate, Oto, Jack, and Rafferty helped establish an unassailable lead, which we extended by working back into the wind in the second half. It was a display that showed that we as a team really listened and worked hard on the deficiencies of our loss earlier in the day.

Our engine room, led ably by Nate and Oto, did a fantastic job of setting the tone for how we played throughout the day—with courage and tenacity. Each and every one of these young men should be proud of the way they represented the college, and we wish them luck against the qualifying teams from the Coffs Harbour region later this term.

MVP: Nate Sheldon and Oto Ryan

Mr Michael Peck (Coach)

Netball

Intermediate Girls

My amazing team of girls scored a wildcard and were asked to play in the second round of the Netball NSW Schools Cup Regional Final.

We lost to MVAC by 1 point in the first round and then went on to beat the SJRC team by 6 points in round two. This same team knocked us out of the first Schools Cup last term.

We then ended up coming in second in our pool. We then played against Bishop Druitt College, who had placed first in their pool, and beat them by 2 points. This meant we were in the Grand Final against SJRC again!

The girls played their absolute hearts out, and unfortunately, we missed out on State by 3 points. Such a shame for the girls, as they really deserved more!

We are so grateful to both Gemirah and Imogen, who stepped up for the day to play with us. What a great addition!

We look forward to the next Dio Netball Day in the next few months. Well done, girls! I am still so proud!

MVP: Gemirah Fernando

Amy Ryals (Coach)

Y7/8 Boys netball

In an exciting, although nail-biting final game at the Netball Regional Finals, the Year 7/8 Boys team secured their spot at the state titles in Sydney with a hard-fought victory against SCAS, winning by 1 point. The boys showcased their exceptional skills and determination throughout the day, coming out undefeated across all six games. The team’s victory was a testament to their dedication and hard training. Coach Amber Mann also praised the boys’ respect on and off the court, saying, “This team is a wonderful group of young men who showed great sportsmanship and respect to the umpires, competitors, and their teammates.

I am extremely proud of them.” The team consisted of Francis Borja, Ryder Colthorpe (captain), Riley Garel, Max Jordan, Rocky Mann, Manni McGrath, Jake Riches, Ben Romer, and Oto Ryan.

MVP: Ben Romer

Amber Mann (Coach)

Y 7/8 Girls netball

On Thursday, August 8, the 7/8 girls netball team played in the North Coast netball finals at Port Macquarie. We knew we would be coming up against some tough competition and needed to be confident in our game. The first game against Melville started slowly, but the girls in midcourt dominated and outplayed their opponents, picking up many loose balls and converting them into goals, winning 20-1. We then played against St. Clair’s from Taree. The ball moved up and down frequently in the first half, and the girls had to play hard to pull away the lead. Our girls showed dominance in defence and created some beautiful passages of

play-making connections up the court, coming out on top 21-1. Our last round game was against St. John Paul’s College Blue, from Coffs Harbour, and was the first test of our endurance to stay in the hopes of winning, eventually coming away victors 13-10. The low score indicates the defensive pressure from both teams, causing many turnovers, and luckily our attack was finally able to turn those into crucial goals.

The semi-final cross-over game saw us play St. Paul’s College Stars from Kempsey. This game was a good settler after the scrappy physical game before, so the girls went back to playing consistent steady netball, securing a comfortable win (23-6). The final of the day saw the winners from the semi-finals play off for the chance to proceed to the next round. We played St. John Paul’s College White, who were a formidable team playing some excellent netball. Mackillop were down by 2 at halftime, and the game continued to go up and down, but the determined defensive unit of Tilly, Bianca, and Madison gained balls in the second half to give our attack the opportunity they needed to win by 1 goal when the final whistle sounded, 12-11. It was a tough match, but again, the whole team showed their tenacity and grit to come out overall winners. The girls will now progress to the next round in November in Sydney. Thanks to Makayla Mott for representing MacKillop umpiring for the day.

The team consisted of: Ruby Winters, Chelsea Hodges, Madilyn Tinley, Ruby Williams, Olivia Edmund, Zoe Townsend (co-captain), Indie Gardoll-Marjoribanks, Madison Flowers, Tilly Sinclair (co-captain), and Bianca Harrison.

MVP: Tilly Sinclair

Tiffany Edwards (Coach)

North Coast finals of the Netball Schools Cup

Yr 9/10 boys give it their best shot.

The Year 9/10 boys competed in four games during the finals of the North Coast Netball. They were defeated in the first two games by St. Joseph’s Regional College and John Paul College, Coffs Harbour. Both of the of the above games were great contests, with John Paul eventually taking out this division. In the latter two games, MacKillop competed against St. Pauls, Kempsey, and John Paul, Coffs Harbour 2. Our boys played very cohesive netball, resulting in convincing victories.

Throughout the day, each team member gave 100%, and their spirit and behaviour were to be commended. Riley Bates was voted the best and fairest by his teammates. Thanks to Mrs. Denham, the Hastings Netball Association, umpires, and many other volunteers who supported a very well-organised event. Well done, gentlemen!

Team: Riley Bates, Matt Firkin, Noah Pociask, Jack Merrick, Patrick Green, Sam Ramke, Paxton Blake, Jesse Andrews, Flynn Burrage, and Jack Ryan. 

Geoff Leary (Coach)

MacKillop College Events and Registration

All registrations for MacKillop College sports teams are completed by students by logging into the school Moodle page. Go to the Student Links tab on the left-hand side and click on the Representative Sports Registrations link. Click on the relevant sport and fill out the Google form.

Students will be notified through the morning notices of when to sign up and when trials will occur.

The following sports are open to all boys and girls in each sport to register for trials:

• Boys and Girls Cricket

Log in to Moodle. Scroll to the student links on the left-hand side. Click on the Representative Sport link to register. Please read the daily notices over the next week for trial dates and times. 

If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Denham. 

Click on this link to register: MacKillop College Representative Sport Registration Link. 

Lismore Diocesan Events

NSWCCC & NSW All Schools Events and Registration

NSWCCC CALENDAR 2024

All individual sports registrations are completed on the CSNSW.SPORT website. The parent must have an account and add their child to have access. (Sport Registration HELP available on sport info page) SEE BELOW sports open for registration.

For further information, go to the CSNSW Sport website Sport pages. https://csnsw.sport

Students MUST be registered for the event with parent and Principal or Leader of Sport approval.

Registration is through the CSNSW.sport portal. Details on how to register – Guide For Parents – Sport Registrations >>. 

Please note all close dates are firm dates. No registrations will be permitted after the close dates.

Community Sport

Cooper West and Liam Mercer recently travelled to Denmark to represent Australian International Football in the 18/19 years Dana Cup. The Dana Cup is an International Youth Football Tournament.

After going down 2-0 in their semi final, the boys narrowly missed their chance to play in the grand final, placing a credible 3rd place out of 85 teams. Well done boys an amazing achievement!

If your child has achieved outstanding sporting results in their community sport, we would love to hear about it. Please email myself, or your child’s respective Leader of Pastoral Care, so we can acknowledge these achievements.  

If you have any questions regarding sport at MacKillop College, please do not hesitate to contact me either by email or phone at the College.

ERIN DENHAM
LEADER OF SPORT

Canteen Update

To order from the canteen:

1. Orders can be written out at the canteen (bags supplied free of charge).

2. Orders can be written out at home and handed in at the canteen.

3. Download the Qkr! app and order online.

Attention all QKR users!

Cut-off time is 8.00 am.

Any orders placed after 8.00 am default to the following day. It is very time-consuming for canteen staff to have to check all late orders every day and then contact parents about their order. 

If you make a mistake, please call the office or send your child to the canteen.

There have also been new gluten-free items added to the menu.

Canteen Help Needed

The canteen is desperately seeking volunteers for one hour per month. No cooking, cleaning or stocking is needed, just serving our lovely students. Even if you can only do one half-hour shift it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you to all of our current volunteers, we appreciate your help.

Sign up and receive a Welcome Pack (coffee voucher, chocolates, voucher for your child to use at the canteen).
Please contact Maxine at the College 6583 2632 or via email at maxine.stone@lism.catholic.edu.au 

Homework Hub

Maths Tutorials

Friday 7.45am-8.30am

Room 12 Main College with Elizabeth Robertson

Community News

The headspace Family Reference Group (FRG) are excited to present this upcoming FREE education session for parents, carers and community.

Understanding Autism in Teens 

• When:  Thursday, August 8th 6:00pm-8:00pm
• Where: Headspace centre, 12 Short St, Port Macquarie 

FREE to attend. Light Refreshments provided by Carers NSW.