From the Principal

From the Assistant Principal

Father’s Day Mass and Breakfast

Last week we held our Father-Daughter Mass and Breakfast. It allowed us to reflect on the wonderful role that our dads play in our lives. It was lovely to have such a huge turnout of fathers, grandfathers and father figures. We thank Fr. Atiki and all families who joined us for our Father’s Day mass. The mass allowed us to celebrate and give thanks for all very special people in our lives who have the role of ‘father’. A very big thank you to our Year 10 Parents who assisted in the overall running of the event.

A Prayer for Fathers & Carers

Heavenly Father,

You entrusted your 

Son Jesus, the child of Mary, 

To the care of Joseph.

Bless all father

Figures as they care 

For their families.

Give them strength and wisdom 

Tenderness and patience;

Support them in the work

They do, protecting those who

Look to them, as we look to you for love and guidance.

Amen

Upcoming Events

Year 12 Graduation Ceremony – St Joseph’s Hunters Hill

This week all parents in Yrs 7-11 received information regarding the upcoming celebration of the Year 12 Graduation on Wednesday 21 September. This important event is one of the highlights of the College year which is attended by the whole College Community. Students are also expected to be in full College uniform and ensure that their shoes are polished.

Staff Development Day – Monday 

On Monday 10 October 2022, all College staff will be involved in professional learning specifically focused on Curriculum and Assessment. This day is a student-free day and there will be no classes. Supervision at the College will be available on this day if needed. 

All students return for Term 4 on Tuesday 11 October 2022

COVID-19 Update as of Monday 12 September

From the beginning of next week staff, students and visitors who have tested positive to COVID-19 must:

• complete 5 days of isolation from the date they test positive;
• be symptom-free before returning to school. If symptoms remain after day 5 they must continue following NSW Health guidelines to self-isolate and undertake a rapid antigen test;
• complete a rapid antigen test (RAT) and return a negative result before attending school on days 6 and 7 after testing positive to COVID-19; and
• wear a mask on days 6 and 7 when attending school (for all staff and those students 12 years and older).

Due to the higher risk associated with some school settings and activities, the 7-day isolation period will remain for staff, students and visitors who have tested positive to COVID-19 and work at or attend:

• specialist centres;
• support units;
• assisted transport; or
• overnight camps, retreats or excursions.

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From the Religious Education Coordinator

Each year, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is observed on September 1. This international celebration marks the beginning of the Season of Creation, which extends to 4 October, the feast of St Francis of Assisi.

The day is inspired by Pope Francis’ landmark encyclical Laudato Si’ (2015), which calls on “every person living on this planet” to care for our shared Earth. “Listen to the voice of creation” is the theme of this year’s Season of Creation. Pope Francis calls Catholics to use the season to “cultivate our ecological conversion” and to pray together in “the great cathedral of Creation”. He warns that the world is reaching “a breaking point” and we must act decisively so that “we and future generations can continue to rejoice in creation’s sweet song of life and hope.”

Pope Francis says in his prayer intention that the care of our earth should happen “today; not tomorrow.” May we celebrate the Season of Creation sharing in and respecting our land’s resources.

Ignite Conference

Students are invited to the Ignite Conference from Thursday 29th September to Sunday 2nd October 2022 (Term 3 school holidays).
Refer to the Ignite Conference website for more details.

A Prayer for Year 12 students

God, we ask that our Year 12 Sisters feel your presence with them as they prepare for and complete their final weeks at school.

Give them calm hearts and quiet confidence in the knowledge that you hold them in the palm of your hand.

Bless them with a keen understanding of what they have learnt.

Give them the ability to be exact in their explanations and an ability to express themselves clearly.

Holy Spirit send them your gifts of wisdom and knowledge.

We ask this through Christ our Lord,

Amen.

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From the Leader of Wellbeing

This week we welcome Ms Grace Spurr to the role of Acting Leader of Wellbeing, which Ms Spurr will hold until the end of the year. For the remainder of Term 3, Ms Spurr has been given the responsibility of continuing to work with Colin House and working closely with Mrs Jocelyn Kemp who commences as the Acting Colin House Coordinator for Term 4.

We have farewelled Ms Jenna Cremin who has taken leave from her position as Perroton House Coordinator. Ms Gemma Muller has taken over as the Acting House Coordinator of Perroton until the end of 2023.

Year 12 Wellbeing Support 

Courage for life

COURAGE: What is it and why do we need to support our young women in developing it?

Young people are finding it more uncomfortable than ever to put themselves in situations where they are challenged. As a result some are ‘opting out’. Attendance is not as healthy or consistent as it could be. They are lacking structure that provides young people with an additional level of safety that provides them with  support when facing hard things. Going deeper into their learning and committing to it.

Courage helps students achieve hard things. Courage allows us all to question and use our voices to express ourselves. Only through courage will our young women realise, experience and remember and that they can do hard things.

Clinical Psychologist Dr Andrew Fuller has written an article that provides us with a clear understanding of why COURAGE is more important than ever in our communities, especially those that share responsibility for raising confidence, just, independent women.

https://theparentswebsite.com.au/andrew-fuller-why-we-must-inspire-courage-in-our-young-people/

As a result of the global pandemic, there has been a noticeable shift in the amount of time people spend on screen-based devices. Families are transitioning back to pre-COVID routines but many are still struggling to re-establish the boundaries and rules around screen use. Some continue to deal with digital conflict and tech-tantrums on a daily basis. The latest research found that 77% of teenagers spend more than five hours on screens per day, but it is important to note that not all screen time is considered equal.

Parents play a crucial role in modelling a positive and healthy approach to using screens and assisting children to navigate the content they watch. It is better to model and mentor screen use, rather than monitor it. Children tend to do more of what they see us do, and less of what we tell them to do. However, it is still important to outline the risks and highlight the benefits of screen use to ensure you keep a balanced attitude. Encourage discussions around the issues that people experience in monitoring their screen time and be honest about your own difficulties.

Parents need to remain firm in their approach to managing screen time. Excessive screen time can be detrimental to a child’s overall wellbeing. Ensuring the correct privacy settings are in place is vital to prevent children from being inadvertently exposed to inappropriate content or online predators. Parents need to also be mindful of the potential impact screen time can have on a child’s social, emotional, educational, behavioural, and even physical domains.

In this edition of SchoolTV, caregivers will be provided with a range of guidelines and strategies to help manage screen time at home.

We hope you take the time to reflect on the information offered in this edition of SchoolTV and we always welcome your feedback. If you have any concerns about your child, please contact the school counsellor for further information or seek medical or professional help.

If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your daughter, please contact her Tutor, House Coordinator or seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to your special report:

MANAGING SCREEN TIME| Marist Sisters’ College – Woolwich

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From the Leader of Learning and Curriculum

Top 10 Tips for for Students Dealing with Test and Examination Pressure

Know Your Material

The more confident you are about the topic(s) in your test, the less stress you will feel come exam time. Make sure you stay on top of your schoolwork and homework throughout the term. Follow up with your teacher, or another subject matter expert, if there are things you don’t understand well before the exams. Trying to understand new concepts the night before a test is very stressful.

Practise

Make sure you do practice papers if they are available or practice questions. This might include multiple choice, short answer or essay-style questions. Always study in the way you will be tested. Work out a plan-of-action so you know how long you will allocate to each question type, what question types you will start with, and what you will do if you encounter things you aren’t sure about. 

Fuel Your Body and Your Mind

In the days leading up to an exam, ensure that you get enough sleep. Being tired makes it harder to concentrate and remember. Fuel your body and mind by eating well and drinking plenty of water. 

Manage the Physical Signs of Stress

Familiarise yourself with how your body feels when you are stressed. Do you get headaches? Tension in your neck or shoulders? Does your heart race faster? What happens to your breathing? Whenever you feel these effects, quickly start some relaxation exercises. A good one to try during an exam is to breathe in deeply for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and breathe out for 8 seconds. Do this a few times to calm yourself down and allow yourself to refocus. 

Be Prepared on the Day

Make sure you have packed or prepared everything you need for the test the night before. Have a plan for how you will get to school on time – including a backup plan if necessary. Eat a nutritious breakfast and make sure that you are hydrated. 

Visualise

Use visualisation techniques to help reduce your stress on the day. Every day in the weeks before the exam, last thing at night and first thing in the morning, visualise yourself calmly walking into the exam room, preparing your equipment, reviewing and completing your exam paper and feeling good about how you did. 

Involve Your Parents or Carers in Your Schoolwork

Throughout the term, talk to your parents or carers about what you are studying. Show them your bookwork and homework. The more they understand about what you are doing and how you are going along the way, the better they can manage their expectations. They may also be able to help you study by testing you on what you are learning.

Talk to Your Parents or Carers About Realistic Goals

Keep talking to your parents or carers about what you want to achieve in individual subjects, at school, and in other aspects of your life. Focus more on the learning and developing skills instead of just marks. Involve them in helping you to identify where to concentrate the most effort to achieve your goals. 

Understand Expectations

Many students feel like they are not meeting their parents’ expectations. Often this is a result of poor communication about expectations by both parties. Making sure that your parents really understand what your report means may help them to understand what you are actually achieving. 

Ask For Help

The most important way to deal with stress is by talking to people and asking for help. Don’t try and go it alone. Teachers, parents and friends are support structures, so keep lines of communication open (that means talk to them!) and let everyone know how you are feeling and what help you need.

You can learn more about how to deal with examination pressure in the Managing Stress and Test-Taking Techniques units via the ELES Study Skills Handbook using the link via COMPASS Favourites.

Mr Justin Hodges, Leader of Learning & Curriculum

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News from the College Counsellors

R U 🙂K?

This time last year, we were in the thick of remote learning and working-from-home. We are fortunate to have had little disruption this term to trial and preliminary examinations, graduation plans, and the usual school routine. That being said, there has been an increase in those needing help and support with mental ill-health, stress, anxiety and other psychological disorders.

With the annual R U OK? DAY campaign this week, it is a timely reminder to act on any concerns about our loved ones. Are you worried that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would, or seem out of sorts? Are they more agitated or withdrawn? Trust your gut instinct and act on it.

You can learn more about the signs and when it’s time to ask R U OK? here. If you get a response like “yes, I’m fine” and your gut says they’re not, be honest about your concerns. These conversations can often feel too big for friends and family. We can show them they’re supported and encourage them to access help sooner through a trusted health professional like their doctor. 

If you  or a loved one need immediate support, Lifeline can provide a listening ear and telephone crisis support 24/7 on 13 11 14. Text support is also available on 0477 13 11 14.

Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week

Australia’s major eating disorder organisations are encouraging people to know the signs of an eating disorder and to act early to prevent them from developing into an intractable illness. Eating disorders impact over one million Australians each year, and have one of the highest mortality rates of any mental illness. With only 1 in 10 Australians able to recognise the signs of an eating disorder, people urgently need to familiarise themselves with common symptoms, particularly as presentations of eating disorders and demand for services continue to grow with the pandemic.

Know the signs and find out more about early intervention at Butterfly.

Drug & Alcohol Counselling and Group programs

Catholic Care’s Family Recovery Program supports those affected by a loved one who may be using drugs and alcohol through the provision of digital and face-to-face counselling and groups.

To find out about upcoming groups, telehealth or phone counselling, or if you have any questions about the service, contact Costanza Ravanelli on 02 8723 2226 or email costanza.ravanelli@catholiccare.org.

If you have any concerns about your daughter that you would like to discuss, or for counselling or to arrange support, contact the College Counsellors via the House Coordinators, Leader of Wellbeing or directly through:

• Carly Boaler – carly.boaler@syd.catholic.edu.au
• Louise Scuderi – louise.scuderi@syd.catholic.edu.au
• Phone (02) 9816 2041

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Gifted and Talented Report

ICAS Assessments

Congratulations to the following students on their performance in the ICAS assessments for English and Science:

English – Distinction

• Annika Hollings
• Lydia Lok
• Evie Lange
• Harriet O’Connor
• Elizabeth Cappetta
• Charlotte Dickerson

Science – Distinction

• Sienna McCarthy

Is your daughter twice-exceptional?

“Twice-exceptional” is a term used to describe students who are academically gifted with another diagnosis. The second diagnosis may prevent their ability and as such underachievement may occur.

The second diagnosis could be ADHD, Autism, vision/hearing impairment, dyslexia, dysgraphia or a whole range of other disorders or challenges.

Recognising our twice-exceptional students is essential and providing support in their learning and assessments is critical if these students are to succeed at school.

Twice-exceptionality requires specialised identification from health professionals such as psychologists and paediatricians. These health professionals then work with us to guide teachers on how to best support the student and provide an understanding of how their brain works.

I highly recommend you read the following article and if you have a child who has ADHD, then subscribe to this site and enrol for the excellent zooms for parents to assist with supporting your child. 

If you require information please contact me. We can advise you on the steps in assessing different disorders.

Resource:

https://www.additudemag.com/twice-exceptional-adhd-signs/

Mrs Colreavy’s Conundrum

What number should replace the question mark?

Email: rachael.colreavy@syd.catholic.edu.au with your answer and win a prize!

Taken from: https://www.examsbook.com/number-puzzles-questions

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Post-School Pathways News

Covered in this Article:

• HSC workshops

• UAC September updates and closing dates

• Information Sessions for Students & Parents

• Scholarships, Early Entry, and Alternative Pathways

• Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships – Information & Opportunities

• Job and Experience for Students (including local job opportunities)

HSC workshops

ACU Year 12 Revision Webinars 

Join ACU for a series of free online webinars run by experienced Year 12 exam markers and assessors. They’ll guide you through how to respond to possible exam questions and offer plenty of tips and strategies along the way. Register now: https://www.acu.edu.au/about-acu/events/year-12-revision-webinars.

InspirationED | Final Exam Masterclasses

UTS: Monday 26 September 2022, 9:00 am – Friday 30 September 2022, 5:00 pm

Macquarie: Monday 3 October 2022, 9:00 am – Friday 7 October 2022, 5:00 pm

Spend a day with an expert to help you ACE your final exams.

With 50% of your mark coming from these final exams, our Senior HSC markers will guide you through a day where they will:

• Undertake a comprehensive review of all course material
• Practice a range of possible questions you could be asked
• Provide you with personalised feedback on your work
• Make sure you are fully prepared for your final exams (in a fun, interactive day)

Subjects available:

• English – Advanced & Standard
• Mathematics – Advanced & Standard 2
• Biology, Chemistry & Physics
• Business Studies & Legal Studies
• PDHPE

Find out more.

Western Sydney University HSC Study Session

Western will offer free online HSC study sessions delivered by qualified teachers, covering 14 subjects such as Chemistry, English, Maths and more, from 26 to 30 September. Find out more and register here.

UAC September updates and Closing dates

Early bird application fee ends 30 September

If you want to apply for undergraduate study in 2023, complete and pay for your application before midnight on Friday 30 September, when the processing charge increases. Once you’ve applied, you can change your preferences as many times as you like at no charge.

Schools Recommendation Scheme applications close 19 September

Year 12 students who would like to be considered for an early offer through the Schools Recommendation Scheme (SRS) need to submit their UAC application for admission plus their additional SRS application by 19 September. There is no fee for the SRS application.

The first offers to courses covered by SRS will be made on 11 November.  To learn more about how SRS works please click here

Understanding Early offer schemes for Year 12 students

While the ATAR is still the main selection tool used by most universities, there are other ways for students to show that they’re ready to succeed at tertiary study. Many institutions have one or more early offer schemes for Year 12 students. Through these schemes, the institutions will assess you using criteria other than (or in addition to) your ATAR. UAC provides a detailed overview of the offer schemes available at each institution.  Check UAC’s site, as well as the institution’s website, to make sure the course you are applying for is covered by one of these schemes.  

Important Dates

19 Sep 2022  11.59pm     Schools Recommendation Scheme applications close 

30 Sep 2022  11.59pm     Early bird application fee ends: application fee increases from $73 to $200 

11 Nov 2022   7.30am     First Schools Recommendation Scheme offers released

22 Nov 2022   11.59pm   Deadline to submit Educational Access Scheme application and documents to have them considered in December Round 2

15 Dec 2022 6.00am       NSW HSC results released by NESA

15 Dec 2022 9.00am       NSW and ACT ATARs released by UAC

22 Dec 2022   7.30am     December Round 2 offers released: first offers based on ATARs

UAC Digital 

UAC Digital offers a series of webinars on topics relevant to students, careers advisers, parents, and anyone navigating their path to higher education. Upcoming sessions include Let’s Chat sessions where current students share their experiences in subject areas such as:

• Medical Science – 8 September
• Music – 21 September
• Alternative pathways – 13 October

Register for upcoming UAC Digital sessions.

If you miss any sessions, you can watch the recordings on YouTube.

Information Session for Students & Parents

ADF | Army Careers Virtual Information Session

Thursday 8 September 2022, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Online

Optimise your potential and consider a career that will transform you into a fit, capable, confident and resourceful member of the Australian Regular Army.

Discover whether an Army career is your kind of challenge at the upcoming virtual info session.

Find out more: https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/events-detail/9nm2vg7

Consider a Gap Year with the Department of Home Affairs in 2023

The Department of Home Affairs is offering a 12-month gap year to Year 12 students graduating in 2022. The gap year will begin in February 2023 and positions will be based in Parramatta, NSW. Contact entryprogramandpathways@homeaffairs.gov.au for more information. 

University of Sydney | ARTiculate French Continuers and Extension – La Francophonie

Wednesday 14 September 2022, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Online

Join us in this free interactive webinar designed around the “French-speaking communities” theme of the French Continuers Stage 6 syllabus. Explore the meaning of the French-speaking world, its origins manifestation in different continents and legacy in contemporary France.

Find out more: https://uni-sydney.zoom.us/webinar/register/6016527669988/WN_kP65-ZyzQdSvjmG-pIudXw

Charles Sturt | We’re going live!

Tuesday 20 September 2022, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm – Online

We’ll step you through getting into uni (there’s more than one way), building a career (not just a job), life on campus (it’s fun and safe) and the costs associated with uni (our inclusions will surprise you!).

Our experts will be there to help you as a parent get ready for the uni experience.  They’ll be answering all your burning uni-related questions. So you can feel confident in helping your child reach their full potential.

Find out more click here. 

Q&A with UTS

Monday 26 September 2022, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm  Online

Curious about life at uni? Or interested in getting a question about an admission scheme answered? Join us for a Q&A session, where we’ll run through some of the frequently asked questions about UTS.

Find out more click here. 

ACU | Talk with Exercise Scientists and Physiotherapists

Wednesday 19 October 2022, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Online

A career in sport and exercise science will allow you to help people achieve peak performance and optimal health and wellbeing.

Join us online to hear from ACU alumni about their experiences working as exercise scientists and clinical exercise physiologists. Learn from our graduates who have worked with the Brisbane Lions, Wests Tigers, Sacramento Kings and more.

Take part in a Q&A session about what a career in exercise science and physiotherapy is like and where it could take you.

Find out more click here.

TAFE NSW | Launch your Career in Big Data

Thursday 20 October 2022, 10:00 am – 10:45 am    Online

Launch your Career is a series of interactive Live Virtual Events connecting students in Years 9 – 12 with industry to identify future career job possibilities. Launch your Career aims to facilitate a broad range of opportunities for students to engage with industry across NSW. Increased exposure to employers and the world of employment leads to better outcomes for students when selecting a sustainable career pathway. It’s also been shown to increase student engagement at school.

Data is the driving force for almost all aspects of our daily lives. Huge amounts of data generated by large-scale enterprises or even individual data will only add value if we are able to interpret the story behind the information. This event is the perfect taster to explore the industry and pursue your career in data analytics.

To find out more about TAFE courses in data click here

Careers Workshops in Aviation and Airports for Women

Oran Park: Thursday 15 September 2022

Join this fun, free and interactive workshop, open to women of all ages – including school leavers from 16 years. Each workshop is designed to share career pathways, training options and skill requirements, job application tips for women to apply for aviation jobs.

It’s a great insight into the amazing career opportunities that exist at airports, including careers that do not require any formal qualifications to enter.

Workshop outline:

• Airports and Aviation careers
• Aviation employer overview
• Who’s hiring now
• CV and cover letter writing

Learn, explore and ask questions in a relaxed and supportive environment!

Register for Oran Park: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/394113924357

ACTA College 

Is an RTO located in Liverpool NSW offering funded courses through Smart & Skilled in Construction and Trade related courses. ACTA College is currently taking enrolments for 2 Fee Free* Apprenticeship courses include the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry and AUR30620 Certificate III in Light Vehicle Mechanical Technology. Contact ACTA College on 1300 730 830.

National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) 

If you are passionate about a career in performing arts, NIDA offers courses in acting, costume, design, make-up, musical theatre, props, scenic construction, stage management and technical theatre. NIDA’s practical-based training and industry connections ensures graduates enjoy successful careers in theatre, dance, opera, events, tv and more. Apply before September 30.

BiG Day in Newcastle – 26 October 2022 @ UON BiG Day In IT Careers Conference for students 

Yrs. 9-12 @ University of Newcastle on 26 October 2022 – Speakers incl. Defence Force Recruiting, nib, Mudbath, WiseTech Global, TCS, Westpac & more talking about their careers & the future of technology.  Loads of cool exhibitors inc. ACS, NIB, Mudbath, Wisetech Global, Defence & loads more. Tickets $10 for students http://www.thebigdayin.com.au.

Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser RTO 90094 

Weekly Information Evenings are held at 3 Sydney locations on Wednesday evenings at 7pm. Please register below to come for a tour and to hear all about your career opportunities studying Beauty Therapy Dermal and Laser. Contact amy@aabt.com.au or ph 0493450900 https://www.australianacademyofbeautytherapy.com/information-evenings/.

Sydney Design School Love interiors 

Australia’s award-winning interior design school is hosting an Info Session on Wednesday 7 September at 6pm. Find out more about their accredited interior design qualifications delivered on campus and online. Join them at Sydney Design School 2/40 Oxley St, St Leonards, Sydney 2065. Register to attend here https://bit.ly/3Alfnu7.  

TAFE NSW – Bradfield Senior College Open Day – Thursday, 8 September 

Do you have students in Years 10 or 11 who have a creative passion they could turn into a career? Would they benefit from studying their HSC in an adult learning environment? Register to attend the Open Day on Thursday, 8 September for potential students to meet creative experts, explore the facilities, and find out more. Register now: https://www.bradfield.nsw.edu.au/events/open-day-89/

Australian National University Open Day – Saturday 3 September 2022.  

Please join ANU on campus or online for ANU Open Day, 9:00am – 3:00pm Saturday 3 September. For more information and registration to attend in person, please visit https://openday.anu.edu.au/.

ACU Online Open Day 2022 

If you need more information about choosing ACU, want to chat to staff about the courses ACU offer, then Open Day is for you.  Join us online on Saturday 10 September 10am – 2pm. Register here now.

Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School 

You’re invited to attend the Open Houses at Waterloo Studios, Sydney. Tour the state-of-the-art Film & TV studio and learn why Sydney Actors School and Sydney Film School offer the most practical, hands-on accredited programs in Australia. To register, please click here to register

Western Sydney University Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Future Students

Can register now for Western’s Information Evening on 20 September, where they can learn about scholarships, services, and pathways. For more information and to register here.

Western Sydney University 

On 13 September, students can discover Western’s early offer and pathways programs, and explore how to apply for university and get an offer without ATAR, at the Discover Western Webinar. Learn more and register https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/student-life/events/western-webinars?cid=em:EGMT-CAA-news-DWW_aug22.

Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School – Open Day 8 October

At the Blue Mountains International Hotel Management School Open Day, in Leura, NSW. Discover how world-class training can lead you to a successful career in hotel management. Experience campus tours and workshops, hear from speakers, enjoy lunch and chat with a Course and Careers Adviser. Register here. 

Scholarships, Early Entry, Alternative Pathways

ACU Veteran Entry Program

An alternate entry pathway into your dream course, the ACU Veteran Entry Program is available to current and former serving members of the Australian Defence Force, as ACU as their partners, spouses, and children. Applications are now open and assessed on a rolling basis. Apply now: acu.edu.au/veterans.  

ACU Guarantee closing date

Guarantee your place at ACU before your Year 12 exams. ACU Guarantee offers eligible Year 12 students a place at ACU based on their Year 11 results. Applications close 23 September 2022. Apply now here.

Western Sydney University

The College is the official pathway provider into Western. Current and non-current school leavers can apply now and until 17 October to start their University Foundation Studies or Diploma programs in Term 3 and guarantee a place at Western. Find out more here.

UOW College

Pathways to the University of Wollongong: If university is the end goal for the person you are supporting, taking a different pathway to get there doesn’t mean they will lose time and be left behind. UOW College offers Diplomas that provide guaranteed entry into the 2nd year of many UOW degrees. Explore pathways at www.uowcollege.edu.au/study/pathways.edu.au or email us at uowca-future@uow.edu.au

Traineeships, Cadetships, Apprenticeships – Information & Opportunities

Careers at Council 

Local Government is a great place for students and school leavers to start their career. A huge range of traineeships, apprenticeships and cadetships are available in councils across NSW. Visit Careers at Council https://www.careersatcouncil.com.au/entry-level-opportunities/ for more information and our Jobs Board https://www.careersatcouncil.com.au/jobs/ for vacancies available now.

Master Builders Association of NSW

Master Builders are here to help young people become a quality apprentice or trainee. Our 3-week entry level Pre-Apprenticeship training program provides an introduction into both the industry and a carpentry trade prior to commencing an apprenticeship. For further information go to our website https://www.mbaapprenticeship.com.au/mbas-pre-apprenticeship-program/.

Master Builders Association of NSW are taking applications now for apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities in the Northern Beaches and Northern Sydney area. Master Builders have opportunities within multiple trades for all ages and entry levels. Suitable for those who have the commitment and drive to commence and complete an apprenticeship in the building and construction industry. For more information, please email careers@mbansw.asn.au.

Apprenticeship Engagement Forum (AEF) The Australian Apprenticeships and Traineeships Information Service (AATIS) and AEF have produced 3 great videos featuring young women in non-traditional trades. Carpentry – Candace – Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rWCsPRC0QiE Signs & Graphics – Chrissy – Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qO5z4kHg2uU Painting & Decorating – Megan – Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcQcsAXgWq8.

Job and Experience for Students (including local job opportunities)

Local job opportunities available 

For further information please contact Ms Leonie Clarke, Post-school Pathways Coordinator – leonie.clarke@syd.catholic.edu.au.

• First Year hairdressing apprentice at North Ryde
• Year 12 Students (over 18 years of age): local RSL is looking for staff to work a variety of shifts
• Childcare worker vacancy in Gladesville area: Full time position available for a Year 12 student who has completed the Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.  
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Study and Work

Participate in an Australian Traineeship Program to start your career as a Dental Assistant and get qualified with a Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. Get paid above trainee award wages and enjoy other incentives, while you learn on the job. Please apply at: https://www.studyandwork.com.au/job_details/dental-assistant-trainee.

Long Track Pantry 2023 Gap Year Applications Open

Have an adventure and learn hospitality skills in your gap year! We offer 6- and 12-month gap year placements. Accommodation available with flexible workdays and hours. Apply today! www.longtrackpantry.com.au or email careers@longtrackpanty.com.au for more information.

AFL Sports Ready

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WSU Recycling

One of the pillars of the Marist Compass is that there are leadership experiences and opportunities for the young women of the College. These allow them to be ‘Marist Women of Action’ who can create change in the world around them: changes that empower the women to be generous and proactive leaders. 

At the start of August, Clare Thomas and Charlotte O’Brien started their first initiative for positive change in the College: a recycling program for 10c return containers. Since then, this program has rapidly expanded from four recycling crates on the Flat to recycling crates on all the open areas of the College. Like Lorenz’s “Butterfly Effect”, this first action has caused a cascade of positive impacts. 

The first of these was the 1500 containers that have been diverted from landfill in the first six weeks. The response from the student body has been overwhelming as the first four crates were rapidly filled and there were many requests from the students for more crates around the College. It has been pleasing to see how quickly the students have adopted the crates and now use them. A waste audit of the bins by Year 11 science students estimated that there has been a 90% diversion rate since the program started. While many containers were donated at the program’s launch on WSU Environment Day, containers were also collected at the recent Father’s Day BBQ and the Hypatia’s Challenge Invitational Day.

The second of these was the rejuvenation of some of the garden beds around the College. Charlotte and Clare were keen that the money raised be used astutely on projects that benefited the welfare of the students. So far, two planter boxes on La Valla as well as the garden bed that edges the Principal’s Driveway have been raked, weeded, mulched, and replanted by the WSU with hardy but attractive plants such as lavender and rosemary. These beautification and greening works have been well received by the rest of the students, and have led to offers of assistance, queries about joining the WSU, further suggestions for improvements, and even some bags of donated 10c containers. 

The third and most curious impact was the general reduction in litter in open areas around the College. Pope Francis called on all Catholics to be “stewards of creation”, and perhaps the new omnipresent crates, combined with the visual impact of the greenery in the garden beds, tacitly prompts the students to properly dispose of their litter and to take care of their environment. 

The pictures show Charlotte and Clare just after the completion of their most recent project: the restoration of the garden bed next to the Principal’s Driveway. The garden bed was affected by the 2020 renovation works but has since been restored after the beds were raked, turned over and watered. The WSU funds purchased 30 rosemary and lavender plants which were planted. The bed was then mulched with red wood-chips to reduce weed growth and to help retain moisture levels. 

If any students want to find out more about the WSU or join, they are encouraged to speak to Mr Keller or the WSU Captains Clare and Charlotte.

Colin Week

In Week 6, the College celebrated the blessed life of our Colin House Patron, Jean-Claude Colin:

News from STEM

Throughout Term 3, Year 9 iSTEM worked on a project to create an app for a real world problem. It was then submitted to the Techgirls Competition. I would like to congratulate the teams who entered the competition:

Sports Results

Week 7

MVP

Week 8

MVP

Mr Daniel Watts, Sports Coordinator

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Sports News

MSCW Term 3 Sydney Catholic Schools Sports Teams 2022

Thank you to all students who trialled for Term 3 Sports teams over the last 2 weeks. 

Congratulations to the following students who have been selected to represent Marist Sisters’ College.

Junior Hockey Team 2022

Juliette Camroux (Year 8)
Annabelle Cleary (Year 8)
Vanessa Garcia (Year 8)
Victoria Lee (Year 7)
Adelaide Netting (Year 7)
Jemma Peake (Year 7)
Carla Bragg (Year 7)
Caterina Otter (Year 7)
Lila King (Year 7)
Tahlia Stoddart (Year 7)
Ellie Comerford (Year 7)
Alyssa Head (Year 7)

Intermediate Hockey Team 2022

Niamh McInerney (Year 10)
Natalie Bellia (Year 10)
Heidi Chaplin (Year 10)
Alexandra McKenzie (Year 10)
Claudia Janus (Year 10)
Isabella Cicciari (Year 10)
Sophie Marino (Year 10)
Bonita Glassock (Year 10)
Rosie Tozer (Year 10)
Cate Davis (Year 10)
Taylah Kerr (Year 9)
Elle Derek (Year 9)

Junior Rugby 7s Team 2022

Mia Dawson (Year 7)
Sienna Sciacca (Year 7)
Shelby Morgan (Year 7)
Chloe Cunningham (Year 7)
Ava Anter (Year 7)
Leila O’Donnell (Year 7)
Kayla Mugridge (Year 7)
Keona Galea (Year 8)
Olivia Haddad (Year 8)
Ulani Parnell (Year 8)

Intermediate Rugby 7s Team 2022

Hannah Sacco (Year 9)
Maddison Tannous (Year 9)
Miah O’Shea (Year 9)
Sophia Fierro (Year 10)
Ellie Barnett (Year 10)
Elsie Gray (Year 10)
Mercedes Davis (Year 10)
Matilda Gilbert (Year 10)
Claudia Lacalandra (Year 10)
Sienna Wheelhouse (Year 10)
Brianna Kelly (Year 10)
Amelie Fehir (Year 10)
Ella Rochester (Year 10)

Senior Rugby 7s Team 2022

Remy Donoghue (Year 12)
Sofia Watts (Year 12)
Mia Brown (Year 12)
Eliza Pratt (Year 12)
Tatum Kelly (Year 12)
Sophia Lloyd (Year 12)
Mackenzee Southcombe (Year 12)
Lily Doyle (Year 12)
Alyssa Price (Year 12)
Grace Fisher (Year 12)
Elizabeth Nolan (Year 12)
Giselle Kusto (Year 12)

Mr Daniel Watts, Sports Coordinator

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Year 9 Camp 2022 – 14 September to 16 September

The Year 9 Camp to Stanwell Tops is happening from Wednesday 14 September until Friday 16 September (Term 3, Week 9).

Parents are encouraged to check their emails and COMPASS feeds for more information.

Canteen News

Calling on volunteers

Clothing Pool News – Summer Uniform

Summer Uniform

Term 4 will signal the return to summer uniform. 

The Marist Sisters’ College Woolwich Clothing Pool has a comprehensive range of good quality preowned uniforms available at a fraction of the cost to purchase new. 

The summer range includes:

• Summer Tunic (Junior Girls)
• White Shirt (Senior Girls)
• Kilt (Senior Girls)
• Sport Shorts
• Sport Polo
• Sport Jacket
• Sport Cap

We also carry a range of jumpers, blazers, tracksuit pants, blue shirts (Junior Girls), scarves, backpacks and sports bags. 

Purchasing from the clothing pool is a great way to support your College community. All proceeds from the sale of donations goes back into projects across the College, which benefits the whole College community.

Donations of unwanted uniforms can be handed into the General Administration Office any time during school hours.

To place a Clothing Pool order please visit our online store: www.flexischools.com.au.

Thank you for your support.

40 Year School Reunion

Year 10 (1980) and Year 12 (1982)

Location: Hunters Hill Hotel, Outdoor Garden Area

Date: 17 September 2022

Time: from 12:00 pm

Contact Details: Anne-Maree Ironside (nee McDermott)

M:  0409 442 160

E: iron@bigpond.net.au

MSCW Ex-Students’ Reunion

The MSCW Ex-Students’ Reunion Day is traditionally held on the first Sunday in May of each year. This year was the 112th anniversary of Reunion Day and was organised by the hardworking committee, all of whom are ex-students from various leaving years who volunteer their time and efforts to ensure a successful Reunion Day. This year, due to the pandemic, the reunion was held on 28th August and attended by 77 excited ex-students.