Each year, at Mary MacKillop Catholic College, we celebrate our Josephite charism and the legacy of Mary MacKillop through JJAMM week. During this week we learn more about what it means to be a Josephite community through understanding the works of the patron, St Joseph and the founders of the Sister of St Joseph, Fr Tenison Woods and Mary MacKillop. JJAMM is an acronym for St Joseph, Julian Tenison Woods and Mary MacKillop.

 

 

 

 

Below is an outline of the events and celebrations of the week:

Julian Day

Monday 20th August – Julian Tenison Woods

• Julian Tenison Woods co-founded the Sisters of St Joseph with Mary MacKillop. Julian’s influence is evidenced in the spirituality and the passion for the mission of the Sisters and theirongoing commitment to provide education for all children. Julian was a model of educational initiative that is always inclusive and open to new possibilities.
• During the day students were invited to contribute to the JJAMM Week Handprint painting. Placing a painted print of their on the poster for JJAMM Week to represent the inclusive nature of our community
• Throughout the week students wwere able to have JJAMM Week Photos taken in our Photo Booth.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just Be Day

Tuesday 21st  August – St Joseph

• Joseph was a refugee and sought asylum in a foreign land when the life of Jesus was threatened. Joseph took upon himself to journey to a new land so that he and his family may have life and live in peace without violence. Our families, too, have made journeys to a foreign land for a better life.
• On Tuesday we celebrated with Just Dance in the hall. All students were invited to come to the hall, during lunchtime and take part in dancing, following videos from “Just Dance”
• Staff Dance Challenge. On this day we had the staff Just Dance Challenge. Nominated Staff were asked to dance a “Just Dance” song and raise funds for the College’s fundraising initiatives. Students nominated teachers to dance through donations, with each nominated teacher dancing when $40 has been donated for them to dance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Admire – Meme Day

Wednesday 22nd August – Admirations

• Wednesday we focused on admiration of our wonderful community.
• Meme Day – Students dressed up representing their favourite meme. Gold coin donation was collected to assist local refugees in our community.
• At lunchtime we admired the students meme costumes in the central courtyard and engaged in some dancing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

School Fundraiser

Thursday 23rd August – Mary MacKillop

• Thursday we focused on at Mary MacKillop, someone who is often quoted through her confidence in God’s providence, living a life as a model for others in their own faith journey.
• On this day money was raised for Student Facilities upgrades like Cold Water Stations, Air-conditioning, Outdoor Furniture and student bathroom upgrades. Krispy Kreme donuts were sold before school (by the box) and at recess and lunch. Donuts were also sold in the front foyer, $2 per donut or $20 per box

Mary MacKillop Day

Friday 24th August – St Mary of the Cross MacKillop 

• Mary MacKillop Day brought the whole community together to reflect on our College Patron St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. As per our College tradition, we began the day celebrating the Eucharist. At the conclusion of Mass the Mary MacKillop Day awards were presented.
• Following Mass the talents of our community was showcased at the M Vision, showcasing acts representing the many cultures that make up our community.
• To end the day all students were invited to enjoy lunch on the oval with food and music.

Mrs Annette Flanagan, Leader of Learning: Catholic Life and Religious Education