Ocean Drive

Phone: 65832632

Fax: 65843371

“Strive for Excellence” Email: pmac@lism.catholic.edu.au

www.pmaclism.catholic.edu.au

Friday, 6th

November, 2015

WHAT’S ON IN WEEK 6 TERM 4

Sunday, 8th November - 32

nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Monday, 9th November (Day 6) - Year 7 to 10 assessment period all week

Tuesday, 10th November (Day 7) - CCC Cricket boys U15 selection – Auburn

- Downie Shield Cricket against Tamworth in Walcha

Wednesday, 11th November (Day 8) - Remembrance Day Commemoration

- CCC Cricket boys U15 selection – Auburn

Thursday, 12th November (Day 9) - 3 Day exam block – Years 7 to 10

- Years 9/10 T20 Cricket Final – Tuffins Lane, Port Macquarie

Friday, 13th November (Day 10) - 3 Day exam block – Years 7 to 10

Saturday, 14th November - MacKillop Year 12 Graduation Dinner

COMING UP IN WEEK 7 TERM 4

Sunday, 15th November - 33

rd Sunday in Ordinary Time

- CCC Boys’ Water Polo Selections - Ryde

Monday, 16th November (Day 6) - Year 7 to 10 assessment period all week

- 3 Day exam block – Years 7 to 10

- CCC Girls’ Water Polo Selections - Ryde

Tuesday, 17th November (Day 7) - Rob Galea visit – Years 7 to 11

Wednesday, 18th November (Day 8) - Festa Christi – selected Year 8 students at Coffs Harbour

- “Matilda the Musical” excursion to Sydney

Thursday, 19th November (Day 9) - Festa Christi – selected Year 8 students at Coffs Harbour

Friday, 20th November (Day 10) - Noumea French Tour until 27

th November

- Year 10 Chris Doyle – Senior MPC

- 2016 Year 7 Orientation Day

Saturday, 21st November - SAPSS Jazz Band and Drumline playing at Darling Harbour

Saturday, 21st & Sunday, 22

nd November - PSG Swimming

ASSESSMENT TASKS DUE IN WEEK 6

Year 11 Monday Design and Technology Hand In assessment

Year 10 Monday Visual Arts In Class assessment

Year 10 Wednesday Music In Class assessment (period 7)

Year 10 Wednesday Graphics Hand In assessment

Year 9 Monday Music In Class assessment

Year 9 Friday Food Technology 1 and 2 In Class assessment (periods 5 or 6)

Year 8 Monday Music In Class assessment (periods 2, 3 and 4)

Year 8 Monday International Foods In Class assessment (period 6)

Year 8 Wednesday Textiles In Class assessment (period 6)

Year 7 All week Visual Arts Hand In assessment

Year 7 Monday French In Class assessment (MPC periods 1 and 2)

Year 7 Tuesday Music In Class assessment (periods 4, 6 and 7)

HOMEWORK CLUB – Week 6

Junior Library: Monday and Thursday 3.20p.m.-4.00p.m.

Senior Library: Tuesday and Wednesday 3.15p.m.-5.00p.m.

MATHS TUTORIAL – Week 6

Room 2 – Junior site

Tuesday and Thursday

7.45a.m.-8.25a.m.

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR CHILDREN

Quite often discussions I have with parents end up focusing on the

importance of their relationship with their son / daughter. It is crucial to

establish and maintain positive relationships with our children. An open

and honest relationship is of great benefit, particularly in the more

challenging times which we may have with our children.

Last weekend I was looking back through some information in relation

to drugs and alcohol and found some points worth remembering.

„There is no way to guarantee that your children will never experiment with drugs. But having a good

relationship and talking openly with your child about drugs may reduce the chances of them getting into

trouble.‟

Be part of their lives Be involved in your children‟s lives. Spend time with them, take an interest in their interests, eat a meal

together every day and do other things together often. Get to know your child‟s friends and their parents.

Be honest Learn the facts about alcohol and other drugs, but don‟t pretend to know everything. Be prepared

to say „I don‟t know, but I will try to find out‟. If you are honest with your children it will be

easier for them to be honest with you.

Listen to your children Talk – and listen – to your children. Ask their opinion about things and ask for their input

in family decisions. Listen to them, and they are more likely to listen to you.

Be calm It is important to be calm and rational when you talk about difficult things. Getting angry will make it more

difficult to talk about sensitive topics in the future.

Keep on talking Once you‟ve talked about drugs or other difficult issues, it is important to talk about them again later. This

makes it easier for your child to come to you if they have a problem.

Be a role model Set a good example with your own drug use. Young people can get their opinions about

drug use from you. If you drink alcohol, smoke or take medicines, do so within safe and

sensible limits. Be prepared to discuss this honestly with your children.

Set clear boundaries Talk with your children to set rules about what sort of behaviour is okay, and what is not. Be consistent

and make sure your child knows what will happen if they break the rules.

Focus on the positive Reward your child‟s good behaviour and emphasize the things they do well. Make sure

your son or daughter knows you love them and will always try to be on their side, even if

you don‟t always agree with their behaviour.

ALCOHOL AND YOUNG PEOPLE

As the year progresses you may be considering allowing your child to attend a party

or even hosting one at your own home. We should always know where our children

are and whose house they are going to. This simply means phone calls to all parents

involved. Parents need to make a habit of this. It helps build relationships with your

child’s friends and their parents too.

Following is another small segment from an article put out by the government which you may find helpful as well.

Underage drinking and alcohol misuse by young people are important community issues. So it is essential

that young people, parents and the broader community are aware of the laws relating to young people and

alcohol.

Some people may not be aware that it is unlawful to supply alcohol to under 18‟s.Regardless of where the

function is held, in most cases, it is against the law to supply alcohol to anyone who is under 18 – even at

private parties. This is often called second party supply – an offence that carries a maximum penalty of

$5,500, or $11,000 and /or 12 months prison (in serious cases).

HSC EXAMS CONCLUDE Sincere congratulations to all Year 12 students on their co-operation and professional approach to their HSC

exams.

They are over now and I wish all students a safe time as they celebrate this milestone.

I would like to sincerely thank Mr Phil Lloyd and Mr Chris McQueen who closely followed students during the

exam period.

Subject teachers led a prayer prior to each exam ensuring students were very well supported at this most stressful

time.

ARTEXPRESS 2016 Congratulations to Seamus Dempsey and Riley Holland on their nomination to ArtExpress.

This is an outstanding achievement. I watched their works progress this year and noted their dedication. Their

teacher Ms Loretta Hack is extremely proud as too are the staff at MacKillop College. Well done!

“May the Spirit of the Lord be with you”

Anne O’Brien Principal

aobrien@lism.catholic.edu.au

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL - CURRICULUM AND ADMINISTRATION

EXTENDED STUDENT LEAVE

From the beginning of 2015, family holidays and travel were no longer considered

under the Exemption from School-Procedures. Travel outside of school holiday

periods is now counted as an absence for statistical purposes.

From time to time parents/guardians may approach the school seeking permission

for their child to travel during the school term for extended periods of time. Travel

is considered to be domestic or international travel for the purpose of a family

holiday, family business, bereavement or other reasons.

When travel during the school term exceeds 10 consecutive school days parents/guardians are required to complete

an Application for Extended Leave – Travel (Form A.1) prior to their travel and return to myself as soon as

possible.This form is attached to the newsletter and can also be found on our website at

http://pmaclism.catholic.edu.au/about-us/policies-0

Once this application is received, and upon the Principal’s approval, a Certificate of Extended Leave – Travel is

issued.

If you have any queries regarding this process please do not hesitate to contact me.

Adam Kelly

Assistant Principal – Curriculum and Administration

ajkelly@lism.catholic.edu.au

OFFICE NEWS

SUBJECT AND EXCURSION STATEMENTS – YEARS 7-10 Term 4 subject and excursion fees are due for payment on Friday, 6

th November IF PAYING IN

FULL.

Payments via Bpay are encouraged on a regular basis (weekly/fortnightly) for those who are not

making payment in full by the abovementioned date. These amounts may need to be increased over

the coming weeks to ensure that a nil balance is on the account by the beginning of December.

Queries regarding these accounts should be directed to the main College office (Ocean Drive).

CANTEEN HELPERS NEEDED FOR 2016 –

Please contact the main office on 65832632 if you are able to assist.

YEAR 12 NEWS

END OF HSC EXAMS The final HSC exams wrapped up this week with Extension History on Monday, Geography

(morning) and Drama (afternoon) on Tuesday and Visual Arts Wednesday afternoon. It is

important that all textbooks are returned, outstanding accounts finalised, laptops reimaged and

student leaving forms finalised.

GRADUATION DINNER SATURDAY, 14TH

NOVEMBER

Students will need to arrive at Panthers by no later than 5.40p.m. They then need to move upstairs to the Rushcutter

room (not an easy feat in high heels, so please be careful). Here students will check in and be placed in the correct

alphabetical order with House Captains, SRC & Captains at the end. Students older than 18 and with ID can get a

wristband from Panthers staff allowing the consumption of alcohol. Students and other guests who are 18 can also

get a wristband later on in the foyer. At around 6.10/15p.m. they will have to go back downstairs and line up down

the centre of the club. MacKillop staff will be present to give instructions and will have seating plans so students

will have an idea where they need to sit after being introduced.

Parents are also advised to be in the Auditorium from about 5.30p.m. – some entertainment from the MacKillop

Bands will be provided. All parents and guests, unless members, will have to sign in – this can take quite a while.

All bar service in the Auditorium will cease when the students are introduced and when important

speeches/presentations take place (estimated cessation 6.20p.m. – 7.30p.m. and 8.30p.m. – 9.30p.m.).

A letter outlining these details and other information was issued to all students after the Studies of Religion exam –

they were asked to take it home to show parents as well.

EXTRA HELPERS FOR SET-UP OF GRADUATION AND PACKING AWAY The Decorating Committee have done a marvellous job planning for

this event and I am confident all students and guests will be

impressed by the transformation to the room. There will be lots to do

on the Saturday morning to have the room ready for Saturday

evening. Some extra assistance from about 8.30/9.00a.m. would be

greatly appreciated. It is hoped that all will be ready/done by

1.30/2.00p.m.

There will almost be as much effort needed to pack away all the

decorations, lights, candles, vases, seat covers etc. Some of this can

occur Saturday night but the majority will need to be done Sunday

morning from about 9.30/10.00a.m.

BBQ BREAKFAST WEDNESDAY, 16TH

DECEMBER This is the day the HSC results are released. This inaugural BBQ is a chance for students to share

their HSC results and possibly receive advice on subsequent options. It will begin around 8.15a.m.

and finish around 9.00a.m. – usual egg & bacon rolls.

ATARS – THURSDAY, 17TH

DECEMBER

The College does not receive student ATARS – we rely on students letting us know how they went. Some of the

highest student ATARS are included in local newspapers and advertisements for the College which is one of the

reasons we request you phone or email this information. We are interested in and wish to celebrate all the hard-

earned ATAR results, not just those at the upper end. Again some advice on future pathways can be discussed as

well.

HSC ACHIEVERS ASSEMBLY EARLY 2016 Just as there was a presentation at the start of this year by last year’s HSC Achievers, something

similar will occur next year from the class of 2015 to inspire those yet to complete their HSC.

Phil Lloyd

Year 12 Leader of Pastoral Care

plloyd@lism.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 11 NEWS

Congratulations to Year 11 for their excellent participation in the Melbourne Cup fund raising event on Tuesday.

Money raised will go to the sponsorship of Iohlahun Suting, an eight year old girl in St Peter’s Orphanage,

Nongstoin, India. Iohlahun is from a very poor family and in dire need of help which I am very pleased that Year

11 has been able to provide through this fundraising day.

The winners of best dressed were

Brayden De Castro and Katherine Glase

Georgia Puriri, James Ting, Lucie Williams and Charles Gaherity attended a two day leadership camp in Coffs

Harbour last week. We are very grateful to them for giving up their time to develop their leadership skills for the

benefit of the College community. The students felt that it was a very valuable experience for them in learning

about themselves and their leadership strengths.

Elevate Your Education was a valuable experience for Year 11. Ryan

presented sessions based on improving their study skills, getting the most

out of their time at school and maximising their HSC results. It was a very

practical seminar with information that all students could apply to their

study organisational skills. I was very impressed with the attention and

engagement of the students.

Reports are going out next week so students need to ensure that they have

settled accounts with the office and returned all Preliminary course

textbooks to the Library in order to receive their Preliminary reports.

Jenni Searson

Year 11 Leader of Pastoral Care

jsearson@lism.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 10 NEWS

END OF YEAR ACTIVITIES

Elevate occurred on Wednesday during lunch, period 6 and 7.

11th

November – Representative from Newman coming to talk with students going to Newman.

17th

November – Father Galea visit

20th

November – Chris Doyle, Retreat Day.

15th

December – Liturgy, North Brother Mountain walk and aqua scramble afternoon.

Glen Littler Year 10 Leader of Pastoral Care glittler@lism.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 9 NEWS

EXAMS/ASSESSMENTS

Many formal exams and assessments are approaching, with our official exam period beginning

on Thursday, week 6. Students are encouraged to:

- Carefully check their timetable

- Collate all appropriate study notes to ensure they use their study time wisely

- Take the time to pack all appropriate equipment for each exam (pens, pencils, rulers,

calculator etc.)

- Bring their student card to each exam

- Move directly to the library if you receive special provisions for your exams.

All students should be reminded about applying themselves and doing their best in each exam.

PASTORAL COORDINATOR AWARDS

As we approach the end of the year a number of Year 9 students have recently achieved a

Pastoral Coordinator’s Award. Congratulations to: Zachary Badenoch (2), Harley Hine,

Tyson Marchant, Sam Black and Koby Smith.

Warren Lorger

Year 9 Leader of Pastoral Care

wlorger@lism.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 8 NEWS

Study, study, study! I am hoping parents have seen an increase in their child’s effort in

homework throughout the last week. Exams start next week on Thursday and are

completed on Monday of Week 7. If any student is away the exams are repeated on

Wednesday, 18th through to Friday, 20

th November.

Exams are taking place:

Thursday Week 6, 12th

November.

Friday Week 6, 13th

November.

Monday Week 7, 16th

November.

There is still a chance for students to submit a response to join the CSYMA round class for 2016,

it gives the students the chance to explore their faith commitment plus embrace a number of

community-minded activities throughout the year as representatives of the school.

Have an enjoyable weekend!

Dom Ashe

Year 8 Leader of Pastoral Care

dashe@lism.catholic.edu.au

YEAR 7 NEWS

Congratulations Mia Dare, Alexander Galea, Zac Lawrence (2), Gemma Mooney, Lachlan

Nottle, Hannah Poppleton, Ethan Swan (3), Lleyton Wall and Lucy Waser who have recently

earned a Pastoral Coordinator’s Award.

Students have received their examination timetables this week and are advised to display this

timetable at home. It is good practice to check the exam timetable in advance and know the

venues for each exam.

For all examinations, students are required to bring their MacKillop College student card and the necessary

equipment to each exam; they may also bring in a water bottle and place their devices under their desk in the

examination room. Strict adherence to examination conditions will be maintained.

Students absent from an examination will be required to complete it in the junior library, on the

same day in Week 7 mirroring the examination timetable.

We wish students clarity of mind and calm during examinations so that individuals may

demonstrate their true current level of learning.

Nicole O’Connell

Year 7 Leader of Pastoral Care

noconnell@lism.catholic.edu.au

RELIGIOUS NEWS

LEADERS RETREAT Last week, four senior students from MacKillop College were lucky enough to attend a Leaders Retreat in Coffs

Harbour. Year 12 student, Georgia Puriri has written about her experience for us.

"Over the two days of the retreat, we reflected on our responsibilities and contribution to the Mackillop College

community. What had the biggest impact on me was when I watched two friends cry - grieving the loss of their friend.

I was reminded of a scripture from Ecclesiastes: To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under

heaven: a time to be born. a time to die, a time to heal, a time to break down, and a time to build up. A time to weep, a

time to laugh; a time to mourn and a time to dance. (3:1-4). The reflection taught me that the best leadership quality I

can offer my peers is my friendship. As a leader, I will strive to offer a friendly face and someone who will always

listen to your issues and the challenges you face. Thank you for giving me this opportunity - I look forward to all the

good times we'll have together over the next year".

Georgia Puriri

Year 11 Student

FUTURE PROBLEM SOLVING NATIONAL FINALS IN BRIBANE

On Friday, 16th October, I travelled to Brisbane with Imogen Smyth (Yr 9) and Rachel Goodwin (Yr 9) to the

National Finals of Future Problem Solving. We had all participated in the Scenario Writing Competition, where we

submitted 1500 word short stories solving issues that we projected at least twenty years into the future.

We all placed in the top ten of that competition and were invited to the National Finals. It was a really rewarding

experience as we met and worked with other finalists from around the country. We received our awards on Friday

night, and then on Saturday we had a writing workshop where we wrote more short stories with other competitors,

participated in a survey activity, and listened to a very beneficial 'master class' held by the coordinator of the

scenario writing activity.

Altogether, it was a really enjoyable experience as we developed our writing skills and encountered other people

who have similar interests to us.

Many thanks must go to Annette Holley who chaperoned us on the weekend and drove us to Brisbane, Mr Smith

who coached us throughout the year and Mrs O'Brien who helped make this opportunity possible.

Hannah Cutmore

Year 9 Student

Imogen Smyth Rachel Goodwin

MATHEMATICS NEWS

Over the past five weeks, students in Mr Schumann’s 8M1A Maths class have

participated in the second round of a class Mathematics Problem Solving

competition. The competition involved the students completing a weekly set of

three problems in which marks were awarded based on their level of difficulty. The

class then discussed their solutions and methods. A running tally of marks awarded

was kept.

Congratulations to Flynn Goodman (1st), Jarrod Fehon (2nd) and Nat Francis

(3rd). Amazingly, these three boys were the same placegetters from round 1 but in

a different order! Well done to all students on displaying their exceptional

problem-solving skills.

Thanks to Mrs Harmer (Numeracy Coordinator) for her assistance.

Scott Schumann

Mathematics Teacher

ENGLISH NEWS

On Monday, 19th October, 15 Year 8 students from MacKillop College were lucky to attend a two day creative

writing camp at the Yarrahapinni Adventist Youth Centre in Grassy Head. We all loved the facilities and most of

our free time was spent playing basketball on their outdoor court. We couldn't have asked for a better place to write

and all of our work was done outside. Our activities included a bush walk taking in some stunning scenery where

we worked on describing setting, a walk to the beach to write poems, and lots of fun group activities like one-act

plays. It was also great to meet like-minded students from St Joseph's Regional and from St Paul's Kempsey and we

all left having made lots of new friends.

Special thanks must be given to Ms Gray and Mr Smith for

organising this trip and I'd like to extend that thanks to all

the other teachers from Regional and St Paul's Kempsey for

running the activities and keeping us engaged throughout

the two days. It was a great experience and I'd recommend it

to anyone.

Photo:

Back row: Ms Gray; Jack Leis; Isaac Post; Elise Smith; Kyden

Power-O‟Toole; Harry Schaffer; Paris Reid; Mitchell Bailey; Mr

Smith

Front Row: Alycia Lipovac; Aasta Brownlow; Nicola DiBona;

Anika Toohey; Amy Treadwell; Ella Martin; Tara Dingle; Theo

Last

Nikki Gray

English Teacher

ENGLISH COMPETITION

English competition results were received towards the end of Term 3. Students received public recognition of their

fine efforts at our school assembly this week or in their English class groups.

Congratulations to all students who participated in the competition this year.

The students listed below need special recognition. Those receiving High Distinction certificates are placed in the

top 1% of participants in the competition, Distinctions, the next 10%, and Credits, the next 25%.

YEAR 7

Credit – Grace Pfab

YEAR 8

High Distinction – Matt Halliwell. Congratulations. This is an outstanding result.

Distinction – Corey Baker, Aasta Brownlow, Tahlia Burge, Nicola di Bona, Nathan Francis,

Christopher Kirkman, Theo Last, Alycia Lipovac and Kyden Power-O’Toole

Credit – Ashleigh Boys, Brayden Caballero, Tara Dingle, Riley Garvey, Alyssa Geoghegan, Ella

Martin, Sita Mutton, Harry Schafer, Alia Sheers, Elise Smith, Annika Toohey and

Taylah Urquhart.

YEAR 9

High Distinction – Hannah Cutmore. Congratulations. This is an outstanding result.

Distinction – Diego Bovey Mendez, Matthew Chee, Harry Hiatt, Jacob Pees, Amber Rossiter, Imogen

Smyth and Sara Thomas

Credit – Isobel Berryman, Kate Binstadt, Tommy Brennan, Daniel Chapman, Zachary Cockshutt,

Niamh De Groot, Hannah Ford, Rachel Goodwin, Sophie Jaggers, Daniel Johnson, Joana

Le, Kaitlyn McCully, Kyra McDonald, Ciara Poppleton and Sam Skellern.

YEAR 10

High Distinction – Bradley De Domizio and Kurt McRae. Congratulations. This is an outstanding result.

Distinction – Chloe Boller, Maddison Hemmings, Charleigh Houston, Jack Lister, Clare McLachlan,

Sian Mutton and Brock Sherlock

Credit – Esther Abraham, Jack Binstadt, Jessica Burge, Georgia Caire, Isabella Candotti,

Matthew Donlan, Brad Ellison, Toby Evans, Adam Franey, Caleb Gallagher, Sebastian

Groeneveld, Naomi Langley, Nicholas Lewis, Jacob Lockwood, Hannah Middlebrook,

Kayla Murray, Ashlee Power and Sereana Zwaan.

Brad O’Connell

Leader of English

boconnell@lism.catholic.edu.au

SPORT NEWS

TERM 4 SPORT

Year 7

Year 7 students will continue their swim and survive course until Week 6 allowing teachers the chance to accredit

students as proficient. Please ensure your child is organised and brings their towel and swimmers for these lessons.

Year 8

Students will participate in a range of activities both on and off site.

WEEK F1 F2 I1 I2 M1 M2 O1 O2

WEEK

6

10.11.15

Kayaking

RG

BUS 2

GYM –

Spin

MG

BUS 3

Rec

Walking

MA|BR

BUS 4

Indoor

Cricket

DMC

MCK -

MPC

Surf

Awareness

AH|ELG

BUS 1

Hydro

Golf

DS

BUS 3

Beach

Games

LW|ELG

BUS 1

Kickboxing

EDE

BUS 4

Year 9 & 10 elective sport

Students in Year 9 and 10 continue elective sport.

WEEK DATE DAY TIMETABLE

DAY

CLASSES TIME SPORT

Week 6

9.11.15

Monday

Day 6

7.1 TJ & 7.2 RS 9.10-10.50

Swimming

WHP

7.6 WL & 7.7 RA 11.10-12.50

11.11.15 Wednesday Day 8 7.3 TB & 7.5 CC 11.40-1.05

12.11.15 Thursday Day 9 EXAM EXAM

REPRESENTATIVE SPORT

Tennis Team 2015

After weeks of trials and training at lunchtime and after school the MacKillop Tennis team was ready to go. The

team consisted of six girls and six boys all keen for a win at Grafton. Despite the initial disappointment of the

Diocesan Tennis Competition being moved from the overnight trip to Woodlawn to a day trip to Grafton this year,

the team was keen to get there on Tuesday, 3rd

November. All teams were very competitive and won more sets than

they lost, displaying excellent behaviour and manners on and off the court.

The Open Girls’ team played extremely well and came away Diocesan Open Girls’ Runner Up team.

The teams consisted of the following students:

Junior Girls – Ashleigh Boys and Danjela Sagolj

Open Girls A – Hayley Jones and Tayler Hall

Open Girls B – Tayla Fehon and Hannah Cutmore

Junior Boys – Lachlan Bailey and Jarrod Fehon

Open Boys A – Matthew Chee and Sam Bailey

Open Boys B – Jackson Wheate and Lachlan Johns

Tracey Bewicke and Trevor Erga

UPCOMING DATES

10th November Round 2 Downie Trophy vs Tamworth at Walcha

12th November T20 Cricket Final 9/10 Boys at Tuffins Lane

26th November Diocesan Golf at Maclean

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

edenham@lism.catholic.edu.au

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

SAPSS CONCERT BAND PERFORMANCE

The SAPSS Concert Band performed an intricate piece in a classical concert band style titled “Seagate” at the

Junior school assembly this week. This ensemble consists of more advanced players from MacKillop College, St

Joseph’s Regional College and Newman Senior Technical College. Led by Mrs Sharon Green, the students

performed very well and are to be commended on their skill and confidence in performance. Well done to all

involved!

YEAR 12 GRADUATION DINNER PERFORMANCE

The MacKillop College Senior Stage Band, Big Band and the “Groove Merchants” have been invited to perform at

the Year 12 Graduation Dinner to be held at Panthers Auditorium on Saturday, 14th

November. The students will

be providing pre-dinner entertainment from 5.00p.m. until 6.30p.m.

The “Groove Merchants” and Big Band will rehearse on Friday, 13th November during periods 3 and 4 in the Junior

Theatre followed by the Senior Stage Band at lunch.

During the event on Saturday the “Groove Merchants” will perform first from 5.15p.m. to 5.30p.m., followed by

the Senior Stage Band 5.30p.m. – 6.00p.m. and the Big Band 6.00p.m. – 6.30p.m.

Students are to arrive at Panthers Auditorium at 5.00p.m. in their “performance blacks” ready to set-up, tune-up

and warm-up. Travel to and from the event will be by private transport. Dinner will not be provided at the event.

This is a ticketed event. As such parents will not have access to the auditorium. Students will need to be collected

from the main foyer area of the auditorium at approximately 6.30p.m.

LITURGICAL MUSIC WORKSHOP

The MacKillop College Praise Band have been invited to participate in a liturgical music workshop presented by

Father Rob Galea on Monday, 16th

November. Father Rob Galea is an ordained Catholic Priest and is currently

serving in Sandhurst Diocese, Victoria after moving to Australia from Malta, his home country. He is a singer and

songwriter with an international fan base. Apart from a series of recordings and CD releases, Father Rob has also

written a number of songs for various campaigns and international conferences. In addition to the workshop on

Monday, 16th November, Father Rob will be speaking to the whole College community on Tuesday, 17

th

November. For more information on Father Rob go to www.frrobgalea.com

The music workshop will take place from 2.00p.m. to 4.00p.m. in the MacKillop College Junior Theatre. Students

are asked to be present at the beginning of period 5 with their instruments. This is a fantastic opportunity for

students to learn more about liturgical music and how we can better serve our Parish community musically. As

such, I encourage all members of the Praise Band to attend.

REHEARSAL ATTENDANCE

Due to the exceptionally busy nature of Term 4 it is essential that all students regularly attend rehearsals and arrive

on time. If a student is unable to attend a rehearsal they must let Mr Denham know by email or in person as soon as

possible.

TERM 4 EVENTS

Term 4 is always busy for schools with many end-of-year events and activities. Please take note of the events

outlined in the “Upcoming Events” section below to stay on top of household organisation during this busy period.

Of particular importance is the Co-curricular Music Showcase and Awards Night. This night was highly successful

last year and has become an annual event. This showcase concert aims to acknowledge the efforts of co-curricular

music students and showcase the outstanding talent that comes through our College. It is essential that all members

of the Co-curricular Music Program attend.

REHEARSALS IN WEEK 6

MONDAY Senior Stage Band 7.45a.m. – 8.45a.m., Junior Theatre

TUESDAY Percussion Ensemble 8.00a.m.–8.45a.m., J12 Music Room

WEDNESDAY SAPSS Jazz Band 7.30a.m.–8.45a.m., MacKillop College, Junior Theatre

Vocal Ensemble 8.00a.m.– 8.45a.m., J16 Music Room

Choir Lunchtime – J16 Music Room

SAPSS Drum line 4.00p.m.–5.30p.m.,St Joseph’s Regional College

THURSDAY Concert Band 7.45a.m. – 8.45a.m., J12 Music Room

Junior Stage Band Lunchtime, J12 Music Room

Brass Ensemble See Morning Notices for time, Band Room

FRIDAY Big Band 7.45a.m. – 8.45a.m., Junior Theatre

Jazz Ensemble “Groove Merchant’s” Lunchtime, Junior Theatre

UPCOMING EVENTS

YEAR 12 GRADUATION

Saturday, 14th November - Panthers Auditorium Port Macquarie - Big Band, “Groove Merchants” and Senior Stage

Band

FATHER ROB GALELA WORKSHOP

• Monday, 16th November – 2.00p.m. – 4.00p.m., MacKillop College Performing Arts Theatre, Praise Band

YOUTH MASS

Sunday, 22nd

November - St Agnes’ Church – 4.00pm – 6.00pm, Praise Band

CO-CURRICULAR MUSIC SHOWCASE AND AWARDS NIGHT

Wednesday, 25th November – 6.00p.m. – 8.00p.m., Junior MPC - All Ensembles.

BIG DAY OUT

Friday, 11th December - Junior MPC - Big Band, Stage Band, “Groove Merchants”, SAPSS Drumline.

MAJOR PRIZE GIVING ASSEMBLY – YEARS 7-10

Wednesday, 16th December - Junior MPC - Concert 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

rdenham@lism.catholic.edu.au

CANTEEN ROSTER

(Junior Site)

Monday Heather Sheers, Ann Todd and Paul Atkin 10.40a.m. start

Tuesday Rod Doyle and Bernadette Doyle 11.00a.m. start

Wednesday Judy Treadwell, Jodie Duck and Janine Goulding 11.00a.m. start

Thursday Cathy Irwin HELP PLEASE! 10.40a.m. start

Friday Jas Capper, Carol Irving and Tracy Trow 10.40a.m. start

COMMUNITY NEWS

2 0 1 6 B C U B I LL U S S H E R

S CH O L A RS H I P S –

F U N D Y O U R S TU DI ES

We’re offering students, trainees and apprentices who are

motivated, driven and committed to reaching their career

goals, the chance to receive a bcu student scholarship of up to

$1,000. You can use the money to cover pricey student

essentials like tools, textbooks, equipment or study related

fees.

H O W TO AP P LY

Just tell us what you need and how a bcu scholarship will help

you out. We must receive your application by 27th Nov 2015. To

apply we’ll need:

You to be a bcu Student Plus customer. Don’t worry if

you’re not, you can join by logging on to

https://bankfast.bcu.com.au/bankfastApply/apply/index?c

ode=S1

The contact details of two people who know you well

Details of where you are studying/training

What your career aspirations and short term goals are

Why you need a scholarship and what you will do with it

If you want more information have a look at

http://www.bcu.com.au/studentplus-scholarships or call BCU

on 1300 228 228. All bcu Scholarships are subject to their Terms

& Conditions.

BEYOND BANDS

Last year local youth from around Port Macquarie

ran a community band night called “Beyond

Bands”, aimed at Years 7 -12 to raise money for

the mental health organisation, Beyond Blue.

It was a great success with 300 people attending

and raising $1300. This year they are running

Beyond Bands again, except this time they are

raising money to support the St Vincent de Paul

McCosker House, a homeless refuge. It is on 14th

November, which is Saturday Week 6 at the local

Port Macquarie Youth Hub on Horton Street. The

doors and café will open at 5.30p.m. with bands

kicking off at 6.00p.m. and finishing at 10.00p.m.

There will be café/cake stalls, Henna tattoo

station, fairy lights and lots of picnic rugs, pillows

to help enjoy Port’s local musicians. The tickets

are $5 and may be purchased on the night or via

Hannah Post at the Senior Site. The official line-

up is Strong Heart, Plebeian Groove, Manic Man

Child, The Shonas, Jack Rabbit and Abby &

Connah Wilson.

For more details check out the Beyond Bands

2015 Facebook page and look out for the

posters around school.

The 2015 Walkathon was held on Friday, 11th August and sponsorship pledges have been steadily coming in. Thank you to all those students who made the commitment to submit their sponsorship within the required time. This enabled them to be in the running for some great prizes. Students who have not yet brought in their sponsorship will be followed up by their Leader of Pastoral Care. Parents will be notified if money is not submitted by Monday, 9th November. Last week a very entertaining walkathon prize assembly was led by Mr Adam Kelly. Tension was high in anticipation of prizewinners being announced. In addition a spontaneous dance off saw a Year 9 and 10 PC being named winners in the BBQ and out of uniform prize. *PC groups who raised over $1000, receive a BBQ lunch on their own out of uniform day include: 7F1, 7I1, 7M1, 7M2, 7O1, 8I2 and 8M1. While PC 9I2 and 10I1 were winners of the dance off. A great effort – well done! *The highest PC fundraisers overall and winners of the Jetboat ride was Mr Daniel Murphy’s PC 7F1. Well done and congratulations! *The highest overall fundraisers from each Year group and winners of a $100 voucher at a store of their choice were: Year 7: Holly Jennings Year 8: Brayden Ardrey Year 9: Daniel Johnson Year 10: Kathryn Snell *The Major Raffle was won by Phoebe Hiatt. Hope you enjoy spending your $250 worth of vouchers! *Sarah Gainsford won a great Canon Digital Camera in the minor raffle and there were a further nine winners of some great prizes thanks to our sponsors. *Gemma Mooney and Kaitlyn Meyers were winners of a $50 voucher for dressing up on the day, together with a further inventive group of eight students who each received a Canteen voucher! Thank you once again to our sponsors, the students and staff for another successful fundraiser. The Walkathon Committee

Application for Extended Leave - Travel (Leave between 10 – 100 days)

Form A.1

 

Application for Extended Leave ‐ Travel (Leave between 10 – 100 days)  Page1 

Information: From the beginning of 2015, Family holidays and travel are no longer considered under 

the Exemption from School‐Procedures. Travel outside of vacation period is now counted as an 

absence for statistical purposes. 

NOTE:  Part A is to be completed by the Student’s Parent/Caregiver and returned to their child’s 

school principal. Separate applications are to be completed for each school if siblings do not attend 

the same school 

PART A: STUDENT DETAILS 

Please complete table below with details of all students associated with the period of travel:  

FAMILY NAME

GIVEN NAME DOB AGE GRADE SRN

/ /

/ /

/ /

/ /

 

Student Address

Postcode:

 

School Name: MacKillop College, Port Macquarie

 

Details of extended leave: 

Start Date of leave

End date of leave

 

Number of School Days absent:

Reason for Travel ( Including why this travel is occurring during school time)

Relevant travel documentation such as an e ticket or itinerary (in the case of non‐flight bound travel 

within Australia only) must be attached to this application. 

Application for Extended Leave – Travel (Leave between 10 – 100 days) 

Application for Extended Leave ‐ Travel (Leave between 10 – 100 days)  Page2 

DETAILS OF PRIOR EXEMPTIONS/EXTENDED LEAVE – TRAVEL  

Start Date of leave

End date of leave

 

Number of School Days absent:

 

Certificate of Exemption/Extended Leave‐Travel attached (Please tick):  Yes             No   

PARENT DETAILS:  

Family Name

Given Name

Address:

Post code:

Telephone Number

Relationship to Student

 

As the parent and applicant, I hereby apply for a Certificate of Extended Leave‐Travel and 

understand my child will be granted a period of extended leave upon acceptance by the principal of 

the reason provided. 

I understand that if the application is accepted: I am responsible for his/her supervision during the 

period of extended leave.  The provided period of extended leave is limited to the period indicated 

the provided period of extended leave is subject to the conditions listed on the Certificate of 

Extended. 

For leave greater than 50 days (10 weeks of a school term): When travel / leave period exceeds 10 

weeks access to Distance Education or enrolment in another school must be considered.   

Leave‐Travel  

The period of extended leave will count towards my child's absences from school I declare the 

information provided in this application is to the best of my knowledge and belief; accurate and 

complete. I recognise that should statements in this application later prove to be false or misleading 

any decision made as a result of this application may be reversed. I further recognise that a failure to 

comply with any condition set out in the Application for Extended Leave‐Travel may result in the 

provided period of extended leave being cancelled.  

Signature of parent/caregiver:                                                                  Date:   /   /  

Once you have completed and signed this application please return this form to the school Principal