Mercy News - Friday 26 October
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Key Dates
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Prayer
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Message From Our Principal
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Collece Co-Captains 2024
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Director: Student Wellbeing and Faith
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Deputy Principal
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Director of Data, Innovation and Growth
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Counsellor's Corner
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Years 8 and 9 Learning and Wellbeing Leader
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Year 10 Learning and Wellbeing Leaders
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VCE Learning and Wellbeing Leader
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Religious Education
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House Reading Competition
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Alumnae News
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School Tuition Accounts
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Community Notices
Key Dates
Monday 30 October
- Psychology VCAA Written Exam (9.00am to 11.45am)
- General Mathematics VCAA Written Exam (2.00pm to 3.45pm)
Tuesday 31 October
- VET Hospitality VCAA Written Exam (9.00am to 10.45am)
- Economics VCAA Written Exam (11.45am to 2.00pm)
Wednesday 1 November
- All Saints Day
- Mathematical Methods VCAA Written Exam (9.00am to 10.15am)
- Business Management VCAA Written Exam (3.00pm to 5.15pm)
Thursday 2 November
- All Souls Day
- Mathematical Methods VCAA Written Exam (1.45am - 2.00pm)
- Australian History VCAA Written Exam (3.00pm to 5.15pm)
- Years 4 to 6 Abstract Explosion Art Program (4.00pm to 5.00pm) - Week 2
- Year 7 2024 Solo Student Afternoon Tea (4.15pm to 5.15pm)
Friday 3 November
- Year 8 Reflection Day
- Health and Human Development VCAA Written Exam (11.45am to 2.00pm)
- Accounting VCAA Written Exam (3.00pm to 5.15pm)
Monday 6 November
- Mid Term Break (Student Free Day)
Tuesday 7 November
- Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Wednesday 8 November
- Chemistry VCAA Written Exam (9.00am to 11.45am)
- Legal Studies VCAA Written Exam (2.00pm to 4.15pm)
Thursday 9 November
- Year 9 Outdoor Education Excursion: Torquay Overnight Camp and Surfing
- Years 4 to 6 Abstract Explosion Art Program (4.00pm to 5.00pm) -Week 3
- Year 7 2024 Our Lady's Craigieburn Transition Afternoon
Friday 10 November
- Remembrance Day Commemmoration
- Visual Communication and Design VCAA Written Examination (9.00am - 10.45am)
- Final day for Letter of Offer Acceptance for Year 7 2025
Saturday 11 November
- Remembrance Day
Prayer
World Teachers' Day Prayer
God of Mercy,
Sustain teachers who give everything they have.
Strengthen teachers who assume the blame for so many
problems beyond their control.
Help exhausted teachers rest.
God of strength, encourage teachers to care and inspire them to nourish.
Amen
Message From Our Principal
Month of November
As we begin a new week next week, we'll head towards the beginnings of November where we will mark All Saints Day (Wednesday) and All Souls' Day (Thursday). We will be praying for our loved ones who have died and are no longer with us. This year at this point in time when we look at our global context, we bring to prayer in particular all those who have died in conflict. I think when we're living during such times not only do we pray for those who have died, we recognise those in particular who have lost their life as a result of war and conflict. We pray for peace so that that human dignity will always prevail.
World Teachers' Day
Today we celebrate World Teachers' Day. It is a day to acknowledge the work that teachers do in our schools in helping to form the minds and hearts of our young people. This day recognises that teaching is so much more than a job. It is a vocation that requires skill, passion, dedication and flexibility to adapt to an ever-changing world. Whenever we reflect on how and why we think in a particular way, it is often a special teacher who comes to mind, reminding us of how a lasting impression was made, or why we view the world through a particular lens. Teachers at Mercy and in all Catholic Schools have the added privilege and responsibility of inviting our young people to encounter the Catholic World View and to enter dialogue with learners from all faith backgrounds and traditions, providing a safe space to inquire and experience their spiritual self. We thank our Mercy teachers for the vital role they play in educating, forming and inspiring our Mercy students.
VCE Art and Design Show
Last week we hosted the Mercy College VCE Art and Design Show where our VCE students were able to display their excellent work and final pieces. Congratulations to all involved including Ms Carnibella and Ms Szuba for not only teaching the students but setting up the exhibition for us all to appreciate. The works highlighted the strong talents of our students and highlighted the importance of creativity and culture in our community.
Year 12 Graduation
Our Year 12 students celebrated their final days of schooling with their Graduation Eucharist celebrated by Fr Greg Bourke, (Parish Priest of the Brunswick Moreland Catholic Mission), which was followed by our Graduation Awards ceremony. The next night we gathered for our Year 12 Celebration Dinner at Moonee Valley. It was a wonderful evening shared with our students and families in recognition of their schooling achievements and the partnership we have shared as a College.
They have been a resilient group who have faced lockdowns and a move to remote learning during pivotal years of their education.
Most of the Class of 2023 have now turned their attention to their final written exams which began last week. As part of their exam preparation they have been encouraged to book in to meet with their subject teacher who are available during their regular class time leading up to the day of the exam. We keep them in our prayers as they put into practice all that they have learned throughout the year.
Let us never lose trust in the patience and mercy of God.
Lila McInerney
Principal
Collece Co-Captains 2024
Beginning from our time in Year 7, we have watched previous students flourish in the role of College Co-Captain and in witnessing them fulfill this position with complete admiration, we always thought to ourselves, ‘one day, we want to be just like them’.
Together, we have always viewed the role of College Co-Captain as one of great prestige and responsibility and believe that this position should be fulfilled with honour, respect and dignity.
We feel privileged to not only be friends, but to be standing side by side one another as College Co-Captains.
As we have known each other for over 13 years - From our time in Kindergarten, Primary School and through to Secondary School, we feel honoured to have the opportunity to represent the College and student body in 2024. It is a real dream come true for us to be leading the school together, after many years of friendship.
Through our past experiences in leadership, we plan to use our well developed skills in communication, organisation, cooperation and problem-solving, to not only fulfill our duties and responsibilities as Co-Captains, but to promote the development of a positive school environment. Our aim is not to speak for the students of our College, but rather to represent them - including their thoughts, needs and wants, in order to ensure that everyone’s voice is heard.
For this role in 2024, we hope to begin new initiatives and develop more fundraising events to assist the vulnerable in our society. With this, we aim to connect with the outside world, by expanding our relations with the outer community. In fostering and building the Mercy spirit, we aim to lead the school in a manner that encapsulates the true meaning of a Mercy student, all while bringing light and joy to the Student Executive team.
We look forward to 2024, and are thrilled to be able to lead the school community as your College Co-Captains.
Amelia Capasso and Jessica Mirabile
2024 College Co-Captains
Director: Student Wellbeing and Faith
Year 12 Graduation
While the Unit 3 & 4 exams have only just begun, the last fortnight with our Year 12s has been a beautiful celebration of their achievements and the legacy they will leave behind at Mercy College.
Their final day of classes on Monday 16 November concluded with their Final Assembly where the whole College came together to celebrate their final day on campus as a whole cohort. As is our Mercy tradition, the assembly ended with the singing of ‘the Circle of Mercy’ while our Year 12s, along with their VCE Learning and Wellbeing Leader, formed the circle of Mercy with their graduation candles. Once students form the circle of Mercy and exit the College for the last time as Year 12 students, they exit through the red door of Mercy, a replica of the red door of Catherine McAuley’s House of Mercy in Baggot Street, Ireland. This ceremony acknowledges their contribution to our Mercy community and commemorates that in Year 7 they entered the College for their first assembly through this same red door.
On Monday night, the Year 12s gathered alongside their teachers and families for their Graduation Mass, celebrated by Fr Greg Bourke, and their Awards Ceremony. As a Catholic community, it is always so special that our students begin and end their Mercy journey in Eucharistic celebration. Their Awards Ceremony was also a heartwarming way to honour their individual achievements throughout their VCE studies. While our Year 12s have officially graduated, we hope that they know that the door of Mercy is double-hinged and that they are always welcome here. We encourage them to spend as much time as possible with their teachers in the lead up to their exams. We are always very happy to see them on campus!
Uniform - Term 4
Due to unpredictable weather conditions, Mercy College students may wear summer or winter uniform for the remainder of Term 4 including exams (Unit 3 & 4 examinations included).
Students must wear uniform items correctly depending on their choice, e.g. scarves are to be worn with the Winter uniform only. PE uniform is to be worn when students have a practical PE class scheduled for that day. Please refer to the student planner for uniform reminders.
Charging Laptops
It is the responsibility of all students to ensure they bring the correct equipment to each class. This is especially important for laptops and laptop chargers.
Students should:
- Set a routine where they charge their laptop each night.
- Bring their laptop and laptop charger to each class.
- Organise to charge their laptop during Recess and/or Lunch in a Collaboration Space or the Library where necessary.
The Information Centre has a small number of spare devices and chargers and may not be able to provide you with a charger when requested.
Seeds of Justice
The Seeds of Justice Team are encouraging us all to participate in Nude Food Wednesday! Each Wednesday, ensure your Recess and Lunch is 'nude' - avoids the use of single use plastics and other items. Here is a link to the presentation created by the Seeds of Justice Team.
Nima Ballenger
Director: Student Wellbeing and Faith
Deputy Principal
“It was a victory for everyone. For everyone that has a dream, for everyone that wants to go above and beyond. I wanted my 14 Peaks Challenge to inspire people with the love of the Big Mountains, but more than that, I want everyone to know that if you set your mind to something you can achieve it – no matter who you are and where you come from.” Source: Nimsdai Purja
As you stand on the precipice of your final examinations, remember the incredible journeys that others have undertaken to achieve what many deemed "beyond possible." Just like Nimsdai Purja reached unprecedented heights, you too can go beyond what you thought was possible. In the realm of learning, there are no ceilings, only endless possibilities. Embrace your exams as challenges to conquer. Remember, every peak conquered in Nimsdai's story started as a daunting challenge. Take inspiration from Nimsdai Purja's incredible story and remember that, like him, you are capable of reaching great heights in your academic pursuits. Your exams are the challenges you can overcome on your path to success. Believe in yourself, stay determined, and keep pushing the boundaries of what you thought was possible.
Have your say on NAPLAN 2023
The Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority are keen to hear from teachers, parents and carers about their NAPLAN experience this year following a number of changes made in 2023, including the tests taking place earlier in March instead of May and the new proficiency standards.
They would particularly like to understand your views on the earlier timing of NAPLAN and the changes to reporting to provide simpler, clearer and more meaningful results to schools, parents and carers. The feedback provided may help inform any future improvements to NAPLAN. Please share your thoughts on NAPLAN 2023 in our short 10-minute survey.
Have your say now.
Semester Two Examinations
Semester Two examinations have been designed to provide students the opportunity to demonstrate their level of progress and achievement based on the key content covered throughout this semester.
These examinations will also provide an indication of the level of student performance across each subject with results included in their semester reports.
Year 11 Examinations: Monday 20 November to Thursday 23 November
Year 10 Examinations: Wednesday 22 November and Thursday 23 November
Year 9 Examinations: Wednesday 22 November and Thursday 23 November
Students will receive feedback from their teacher(s) following these examinations with additional feedback placed on SIMON for parents to view. This aim of this feedback is to identify areas of achievement as well as areas for future improvement to support students with their learning.
Further information including a letter to parents outlining the arrangements for these examinations and the Semester Two Examination timetable has been made available to parents and students. These details have also been posted on the Daily Messages on SIMON for all students to access.
In the meantime, please contact your daughter’s subject teacher with any questions related to their overall progress and learning. If you have any questions about the upcoming semester examinations, please contact me.
We wish all students the very best for their upcoming examinations.
2024 Booklists
The 2024 Booklists can now be accessed via the Parent Access Module (PAM) and SIMON. Please see the instructions below to access the booklists.
All orders are to be completed online by Sunday 12 November.
PAM Instructions
Step 1. Login to the Parent Access Module (PAM) via: https://pam.mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au
Step 2. Click Campion Booklists 2024, located under Knowledge Bank on the main page.
Step 3. Click the required Booklist.
New parent and carer information about the Australian Curriculum
A new parent and carer information page in the resources section of the Australian Curriculum, Version 9.0 website is now available. Parents, carers and families have the most influence on their children, so it is important to support them to be actively involved in their children’s education.
Learn about how the new Version 9.0 curriculum is organised, what children learn in each band of schooling, how schools can use the curriculum to support diverse students' needs, and when states and territories are implementing the Version 9.0 curriculum.
Find out more.
Nicholas Ambrozy
Deputy Principal
Director of Data, Innovation and Growth
Congratulations, Year 12 students! You've already completed the bulk of the hard work in your academic journey - 13 years of work!
As you prepare for your final Year 12 exams, remember that the focus has now shifted from learning new material to fine-tuning your ability to write clear and accurate answers. Here are some essential tips to help you prepare effectively:
1. Organise Your Study Materials: Start by organising your study materials, notes, textbooks and class assignments. Having a well-structured study space can make a significant difference in your preparation.
2. Create a Study Schedule: Plan your study schedule in advance - I would recommend studying to your current school timetable. Allocate time for each subject based on its weightage and your level of comfort with it. Break your study sessions into manageable chunks with short breaks in between to maintain focus.
3. Revise and Practice: Review your class notes and textbooks to ensure you understand the core concepts. Practice past papers and sample questions to get a sense of the exam format and the types of questions that might be asked.
4. Seek Help from Teachers: Don't hesitate to reach out to your teachers for help or clarification on any topic. They are there to support you. They can provide insights, answer your questions and even help you by marking practice papers to give you valuable feedback.
5. Use Online Resources: Take advantage of online resources, such as textbook websites, Youtube videos and forums. They can provide additional explanations and practice materials to supplement your learning.
6. Stay Healthy: It's essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle during your exam preparation. Get enough sleep, eat nutritious meals and engage in regular physical activity. A healthy mind and body will help you stay focused and retain information.
7. Practice Time Management: During the exam, time management is crucial. Practice answering questions within the allotted time to ensure you can complete the paper in the given timeframe.
8. Stay Positive: Maintain a positive mindset. Believing in your abilities can boost your confidence and performance.
9. Minimise Distractions: Reduce distractions during your study sessions. Turn off your phone or use apps that block social media. Create a quiet, focused environment.
10. Review and Reflect: After each study session, take a moment to reflect on what you've learned. This reinforcement will help cement the knowledge in your memory.
Remember, exams are not just about regurgitating information; they're about demonstrating your understanding and critical thinking. With the foundation you've built, diligent revision and the support of your teachers, you're well on your way to success. Approach your exams with confidence and trust in the hard work you've put in. Good luck!
Lukasz Rabenda
Director: Data, Innovation and Growth
Counsellor's Corner
With Term Four well and truly underway and exams approaching for Years 9 to 11, students might find themselves managing multiple assessments as well as preparing for exams. It is normal for students to feel some anxiety about assessments at times like this and you may start to notice your young people experiencing a degree of stress and worry. It is important to understand and validate this behaviour as the body’s normal psychological and biological response to stress.
Below is a list that you can work through with your young person to assist them in feeling well prepared for upcoming assessments and exams.
1. Preparation: Noting assessment and examination dates on calendars creates awareness of available time for study and helps reduce feelings of overwhelm.
2. Time management and routine: Create a flexible schedule or timetable for study. Mark in after school commitments, physical activity and study sessions or work commitments. Block sessions into manageable chunks on a schedule/timetable to assist with avoidance.
3. Study environments: Having an allocated study space at home that limits distractions and supports concentration will facilitate learning. Avoid studying in bed or with lots of surrounding distractions, including devices.
4. Engage in active study: Active study is a regular practice that goes beyond reading notes. Summarising information, developing mind maps or using past exam questions to test knowledge assists in developing confidence as well as improving knowledge and reducing feelings of anxiety.
5. Rest and sleep: There is no doubt about the vital role that sleep plays in the lives of adolescents. Sleep is when students’ bodies recover, regenerate and their brains consolidate the information they have learned during the day. Having enough sleep contributes to improved memory, better decision-making and enhanced cognitive abilities. Students who get sufficient rest are more alert, focused and better equipped to absorb and retain knowledge.
6. Nutrition: A healthy diet helps reduce feelings of anxiety and stress. Despite potentially feeling nervous before an exam, eating a nutritious meal assists with concentration and focus.
7. Embrace behavioural relaxation techniques: Everyone can feel a bit nervous before an assessment or exam. Practising some deep breathing, mindfulness and positive self-talk or getting outside for some physical exercise reduces anxiety and relieves tension.
Whilst these strategies support students’ normal feelings of anxiety towards assessments, it is important to be aware of any persistent symptoms that affect functioning in everyday life. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the counselling team at counselling@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au.
Janine Crociani
Counsellor
Years 8 and 9 Learning and Wellbeing Leader
As we near the middle of the term and very soon the exam period, it is important to discuss how to strive for personal excellence. Working to achieve one’s best starts at an individual level. Personal excellence is about endeavouring to become the best version of oneself. This requires high standards, identifying strengths and weaknesses and continually working on self-improvement. We must understand our goals and know that without effort, they will not be realised. The American inventor Thomas Edison once said, “Genius is one percent inspiration and ninety-nine percent perspiration". This sentiment emphasises the idea that even the most gifted individual must work diligently to achieve their best. Therefore, as each new week approaches, inspire to be your best, whether in the classroom or amongst your peers. Rise to each challenge, ensuring that effort exceeds all your expectations. I will leave you with a quote that really resonates with me.
Don't be mad about the results you didn't earn from the work you didn't do. - Susan Hyatt.
Tania Benevento
Years 8 and 9 Learning and Wellbeing Leader
Year 10 Learning and Wellbeing Leaders
For the Year 10 students Term Four is certainly moving quickly as we finish Week 4 and look towards the Year 10 examination period, followed by the Headstart Program where students commence their classes in preparation for their senior secondary studies in 2024
Year 10 Exams
The Year 10 Exams commence Wednesday 22 November and continue Thursday 23 November with students completing exams in selected subjects: English, Science, Maths/Advanced Maths and History/Commerce.
Please note; students undertaking Unit 1/2 Biology will also be completing an examination. The examination timetable will be communicated soon.
In preparation for the Year 10 exams...
“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today” - H Jackson Brown Jr
Even though the Year 10 exams are four weeks away, it is never too early to start preparing for exams, developing techniques to help students to achieve to their full potential and explore the different strategies which will best help them to achieve success in their senior studies in 2024.
Good planning and time management is one strategy that works for students when completing revision and preparing for exams, as this helps students to feel in control.
Revision will only be possible if students have good notes and the necessary books. Before students can even plan what they need to revise it is important to check that they have everything needed.
Advice for students to help them prepare for the upcoming exams:
Notes need to be
- Arranged systematically, preferably in a separate file for each subject
- Labelled clearly with dividers
What to Revise?
1. Write down carefully what your teachers tell you to revise
2. Decide what you know least about, or find difficult. Do that first. This enables you to seek help from your teacher to explain concepts and clarify understanding.
3. Make sure you don’t give more time to your favourite subjects whilst neglecting those you do not like as much.
4. Plan a week’s revision on a blank timetable, and then you can see if you’ve included all subjects.
Tips on how to prepare:
1. Attend revision classes and complete worksheets and questions given in class or for homework
2. Establish a regular study area at home eg desk, quiet area with good lighting and ventilation
3. Schedule regular times for study sessions at home during the weeks leading up to the exams. Study when you are wide awake
4. Study short and often
5. Start study sessions on time, according to your plan
6. Set a specific goal for each subject you study – “by the end of this study session, I hope to have learnt……………………in Science”.
7. Make summary notes on what you have learnt => LOOK, SAY, COVER, WRITE, CHECK
8. Use diagrams and mind maps to help with learning
9. Highlight key words using highlighter pens
10. Take regular breaks
11. Vary your work e.g. make notes, draw diagrams, read, problem solve..….
12. Reward yourself!
13. Balance your time carefully between home, school, social outings and if you have a part-time job.
14. Produce revision timetable organised in advance and displayed for everyone to see.
15. Look to past assessment tasks and review your past mistakes
16. Reduce stress by eating well, being organised, exercise regularly and learn to relax,
‘Remember also, that everyone is on your side and here to support you.’
If students need help with studying, please encourage them to ask their subject teacher, or their Homeroom teacher or Year 10 Learning and Wellbeing Leaders for tips and techniques on studying.
We encourage parents/guardians to contact us should you have any questions or concerns.
Vicki Harvey and Jenni Hickey
Year 10 Learning and Wellbeing Leaders
VCE Learning and Wellbeing Leader
As we have entered our period of Unit 3 & 4 End of Year Exams, we are so proud of all the achievements of every student who has completed a 3 & 4 subject this year.
Beginning with English on Tuesday 24 October, our students have been fantastic cheerleaders and supports for their peers. We have seen incredible dedication to their studies and persistence. Our students have utilised class time with their teachers to consolidate understanding and get some last minute tips and tricks!
This time of the year is for hard work, effort and focus in setting yourself up for success following Year 12. As a College, we cannot wait to see all the incredible things this graduating class achieves in the future.
In the coming weeks, our Year 11s will become Year 12s and commence their Headstart Program. This is an opportunity for them to get a feel of what 2024 looks like and allows them to prepare for a challenging yet rewarding year.
For the remainder of this year, as it is busy for all, it is important we remember to take care of ourselves:
- Sleep at an appropriate time
- Eat nutritious food
- Fill your cup with hobbies and activities you enjoy
Please never forget, you can always speak to your Learning and Wellbeing Level Leader or counselling team.
All the best for our students sitting exams!
Annie Driver
Senior Learning and Wellbeing Leader
Religious Education
Year 7
This term, Year 7 students worked enthusiastically on their role plays for Religious Education. They presented informative and interesting ‘talk shows’ based on their understanding of the Eucharist and its relevance in our lives. Students explored the idea of ‘sacrifice’ and what it meant in the time of Jesus and for people around the world today.
It was interesting to hear the different perspectives and ideas each group presented to their peers. Groups presented with relevant props to distinguish themselves as either Jesus’s disciple, a Jew in the time of Jesus or a modern day Australian teenager, and worked collaboratively throughout the creation process.
Unit 3 & 4 Religion and Society
Our Year 12 Religion and Society students have been busily preparing for their examination on 14 November. In preparation, the Chief Examiner for VCE Religion and Society, Mary Tuohy, visited the College and delivered an exam preparation workshop. Students learnt about changes to the study design and what to expect in their upcoming exam, including how to: organise their time, how to respond to questions with varying command terms and mark allocations, and being able to decipher exactly what each question is asking of them. Our Year 12s were appreciative of Mary Tuohy’s time, especially as they were able to ask questions specific to the topics we have focused on this year. In Religion and Society at Mercy College, our chosen religion tradition and denomination is the Christian Catholic Tradition. In Unit 3, students study the full range of Catholic beliefs but also complete a detailed study of two beliefs: The Holy Trinity and Jesus’ Life, Death and Resurrection. They complete a detailed study of Archbishop Oscar Romero’s significant life experience: the ongoing process of empathising with the poor in El Salvador which ultimately culminated in the death of his friend Fr Rutilio Grande. In Unit 4, students compare three challenges to the Christian Catholic Tradition: the Galileo Affair, the Holocaust, and the Refugee Crisis. They end the unit with a detailed study of the challenge of Climate Change. We thank Mary Tuohy for her time and expertise!
House Reading Competition
Thank you to all students and staff who participated in the House Reading Competition! There were lots of entries and it was wonderful to see the variety of books that were read including horror, romance, adventure and even biographies. Many of the students also enjoyed being read to by a family member or reading to a family member.
The aim of the competition was to have fun reading as well as challenging students and staff to read something new and more often. For others, setting reading goals may have been the inspiration to keep reading.
Congratulations goes to Marian House, who are the 2023 House Reading Competition winners! In second place, we congratulate Thecla, third place is O’Hea House, fourth place is Kane House and close behind in fifth place is Frayne.
The results for the readers with the most points in each House are as follows:
Marian – Omindi Madduma Gamage
Thecla – Aranya Ramawickrama
O’Hea – Bethany Turnbull
Kane – Darcy Murray
Frayne – Elise Mota
The staff member with the most reading points is Ms Natalie Taylor from Frayne House.
Congratulations and well done to all of our winners!
Readers who contributed to the Marian reading entries will attended a celebration lunch on Wednesday, together with the readers with the most points in each House.
Fiona Laino
Information Services Leader
Alumnae News
On Friday 13 October, we were delighted to welcome alumna, Diane Psaila, to speak at the 2023 Student Executive Dinner. Diane attehded Mercy College from Form 1 in 1973 to Form 4 in 1976, the equivalent to Year 7 to Year 10. She went on to complete her sesondary schooling, Forms 5 and 6 (Years 11 and 12) at Geoghegan College in Broadmeadows, along with many other Mercy girls.
Diane was appointed the inaugural Alumni President in 2017 and enjoyed connecting with many past students and teachers, hearing about where they are now and their ambitions for the years ahead. In 2019, she was fortunate enough to visit The House fo Mercy at Baggot Street in Dublin. During her speech to our 2023 Student Exec, Diane shared that "it felt surreal to be there, to take in the importance fof where it all began...I remember thinking I have come full curcle, just like reconnecting again with my old school friends and Mercy".
A few of her final messages to our Student Exec was as follows "Remember you are never too old to make dreams a reality" and "Dream big and stay connected".
On Sunday 15 October, we welcomed alumna from 1973, 1983, 1993, 2003, and 2013 for our Alumni Reunion! It was great to welcome past students back to the College for afternoon tea, school tours, and an opportunity for friends to catch up. Past students were delighted to see photos from their years at Mercy and were very happy to catch up with some of their teachers; Mrs Hickey and Mrs Harvey. These annual reunions take place on the third Sunday each October. We look forward to connecting with our Alumnae again in 2024.
School Tuition Accounts
October statements were sent out to families this week. If you have any questions regarding your account or wish to set up a payment plan, please contact the College Finance Team on 9319 9299.