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Teaching & Learning Update – Term 1 Week 5
NAPLAN NAPLAN (National Literacy and Numeracy Assessment) is undertaken each year by students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. NAPLAN will take place in Week 6 and 7 of Term 1. Please see the schedule below: Further information for Year 3-7 is available here, and for Year 9, here.
From the Principal – Term 1 Week 5
Milestone Moments The term ‘milestone’ seems to have its origin in Ancient Roman society. In building their extensive road system, the Romans placed stones along the way to mark a distance in travel and to give a sense of how far to the next destination. It appears that in the 17th Century, the term milestone…
From the Vice Principal – Term 1 Week 5
Your Move Initiative The Your Move Initiative encourages students, where possible, to ride or walk to school. Physical transport promotes a range of benefits for our physical and mental health as well as for the environment. Recently, as part of this initiative, we were lucky to have WestCycles create a “How to get to Newman…
Primary Update – Term 1 Week 5
The past two weeks have been an exciting and productive time in our Primary School, filled with events that highlight the enthusiasm, spirit, and leadership of our students. Our Years 3–6 Guild Swimming Carnival was an outstanding success. It was wonderful to see so many students confidently participating, giving their best efforts, and showcasing their…
Secondary Update – Term 1 Week 5
Year 7 & Year 10 Immunisations The School-Based Immunisations team will be attending Thursday 12 March for Year 10 students (Meningococcal ACWY Vaccination) and Monday 23 March for Year 7 Students (Diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) and Human papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccinations). Parents have received email communication and will need to complete an online consent form for their child…
Mission Update – Term 1 Week 5
One of the phrases often associated with Marist education comes from our founder, St. Marcellin Champagnat, who spoke about the importance of forming young people to become good Christians and good citizens. While these words were written nearly 200 years ago, they remain deeply relevant and the driving force behind our mission today. For Marcellin,…
Alumni Spotlight: Michael Heelan (Class of 2016)
Mick describes his time at Newman College as formative in shaping not only his academic path, but his worldview.
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From the Principal – Term 1 Week 3
College Family Mass “Give without remembering, receive without forgetting”. This was one of several messages in the homily of Fr Michael Twigg OMI to our whole gathered College and families at the Family Mass last Tuesday evening. As well as celebrating the opening of the year and praying for the success of all in our…
From the Vice Principal – Term 1, Week 3
2027 Three Week Break In 2027 the College will implement a three-week Semester break between Term 2 and Term 3. The confirmed dates for this break are as follows: Term 2 Concludes – Friday, 25 June 2027 Semester Break – Saturday 26, June to Sunday, 18 July 2027 Term 3 Begins – Monday, 19 July…
Primary Update – Term 1 Week 3
The first few weeks of term have been full of energy, enthusiasm, and achievement across the Primary School. It has been wonderful to see students settling confidently into routines and embracing the many opportunities available to them both in and out of the classroom. Swim Trials and Upcoming Swimming Carnival Over the past two weeks,…
Secondary Update – Term 1 Week 3
Uniform and Personal Presentation I would like to thank parents and guardians for their continued support of the Colleges Uniform and Personal Presentation Policy. During uniform checks this week, we identified a number of students who were not meeting the College’s expectations. The uniform guidelines that were most commonly not being met were: Shoes Black…
Mission Update – Term 1 Week 3
Our Family Mass this week was a wonderful celebration of our Newman College community. It was a joyful opportunity to gather as students, families and staff, to pray together, to introduce our 2026 Marist theme, and most importantly, to share in the Eucharist. In coming together around the table of the Lord, we were reminded…
From the Principal – Term 1 Week 1
Dear Newman College Families, Welcome back to the 2026 Academic Year. We have enjoyed a great start to the year and it is so good to have our students returning to continue their Newman College journey. The start of the year is about so many ‘firsts’. The first day of compulsory schooling for our Pre-Primary…
From the Vice Principal – Term 1 Week 1
Welcome back to all our students and families as we begin a new academic year. It has been a fantastic start, filled with energy, optimism, and a strong sense of connection across the College. From our youngest students starting pre-kindergarten, year-level assemblies and transition days for our Year 7 students, to meeting new teachers and…
Secondary Update – Term 1 Week 1
Uniform and Personal Presentation I’d like to thank parents and guardians for their continued support of the Colleges Uniform and Personal Presentation Policy. During uniform checks this week, we identified a number of students who were not meeting the College’s expectations. The uniform guidelines that were most commonly not being met were: Hair Must be…
Primary Update – Term 1 Week 1
Welcome back to what promises to be a meaningful and rewarding year of learning. I hope the holiday break allowed time for rest, renewal and connection with family and friends. It has been a pleasure to welcome our students back to school and see our community come to life once again with energy, optimism and…
Teaching & Learning – Term1 Week 1
Secondary Parent Information Evening On Monday 9 February, Secondary parents and students will gather for the Parent Information Evening. This is a key event that allows families to begin the year well-informed. Each year group session is compulsory, and families may then attend a range of other sessions on offer. The full schedule of events…
Mission Update – Term 1 Week 1
The beginning of a school year is always a time of fresh starts. New classrooms, new routines, new friendships, and new opportunities to grow. Much like the start of a calendar year, it is a moment when many of us pause to reimagine what lies ahead, thinking about goals we want to set, habits we…
From the Principal – Term 4 Week 8
Dear Newman College Families, Well, we have reached the end of the term and the conclusion of the academic year! We celebrated and gave thanks for 2025 in the final weeks with many memorable events and programs across the College. Lavalla Carols and K-5 Awards Night, final Community Mass, Year 6 Graduation Mass and Awards…
Primary Update – Term 4 Week 8
Christmas Liturgy Last Wednesday, our Fr Kaz and our Pre-Primary students hosted our Nativity Liturgy. A big thank you to our Pre-Primary team for preparing the students. Such a wonderful way of reminding us of the true story of Christmas. Year 3G Assembly Thank you to 3 Green and Mrs Anne-Marie Terry for their performance…
From the Vice Principal – Term 4 Week 8
2026 Parent Sundowner All parents are invited to attend the Welcome Sundowner on Friday 6 February in Founders Court on the Marcellin Campus, 5.00pm-7.00pm. This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $36 and can be purchased online here. This is a great opportunity to experience Family Spirit, meet new people and catch-up with those you already…
Secondary Update – Term 4 Week 8
Leader of Wellbeing 2026 We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our secondary Leaders of Wellbeing for their commitment to and support of our secondary students in 2025. We would like to particularly extend our appreciation to Mr Scott Smith for his support of our Year 9 students this year. In 2026,…
From the Principal – Term 4 Week 6
Celebration In our Vision for Learning, ‘Shine through Discovery, ’ the pedagogical pillar of Celebrate is a key to learning and success. It is an opportunity for our students to shine through the celebration of faith, achievements, effort and growth. These celebration moments include family and school, which reinforces community recognition of our young people.…
Primary Update – Term 4 Week 6
Assembly PPG Today, Pre-Primary Green performed Wombat Stew in a magnificent assembly that reminds us of the importance of taking care of each other. The students were so impressive in remembering their many lines. A huge thank you and congratulations to the students of Pre-Primary Green, Miss Donnelly and Mrs Hope. Pre-Primary Christmas Liturgy Our…
From the Vice Principal – Term 4 Week 6
Year 7-11 Awards Celebration and Primary Christmas Carols & KG – Y5 Awards Next Wednesday, 26 November, our Secondary students will gather for a special Celebration Assembly recognising the outstanding achievements of Semester Two. The assembly will acknowledge excellence across academics, sport and leadership, including the presentation of Academic Excellence and Subject Awards, Sporting Awards…
Secondary Update – Term 4 Week 6
Year 10 River Cruise: A Night to Remember On Tuesday 18 November, our Year 10 students enjoyed an unforgettable evening on the Swan River aboard a Captain Cook River Cruise. Departing from Perth’s Barrack Street Jetty, the atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as students boarded the vessel. The cruise made its way towards Fremantle just…
Mission Update – Term 4 Week 6
Recently, my family and I had a couple of visitors stay with us at home. My mother-in-law has been visiting from Cairns, spending time with her grandchildren, while only a week before, we welcomed my brother, who had travelled home from England to spend some time with his nieces and nephews before the Christmas break.…
From the Principal – Term 4 Week 4
Lavalla Opening and Blessing As we close Week 4 of this final term, I reflect on the joyous event celebrated last Tuesday, the Blessing and Official Opening of Lavalla – our completely new PK-6 learning community. What an amazing journey it has been from the first visionary moment to the celebration of welcoming our Marian students to join Lavalla at the…
From the Vice Principal – Term 4 Week 4
Minor change to Secondary Times of the Day from 2026 In 2026, Equip Guide Thrive will be combined with Extended PCG and will take place on a Wednesday. This change will not impact student start and finish times. The updated times of day are below: Transperth Service Change – 412Transperth has advised that from November…
Primary Update – Term 4 Week 4
Grandparents Day This morning, we welcomed approximately 400 grandparents to celebrate Grandparents Day. The morning consisted of a beautiful Liturgy, time spent in classrooms, followed by a morning tea for grandparents. A huge thank you to Fr Kaz for celebrating our Liturgy, Mrs Short and Mrs Battersby for their organisation of the event, the maintenance…
Teaching & Learning Update – Term 4 Week 4
Year 7 – 11 Annual Awards Assembly The Annual Awards Assembly will take place on Wednesday 26 November, at 9.00am in the gymnasium. If your child is receiving an award, you will receive an email with an invitation to the assembly. Whilst we will endeavour to provide as much notice as possible to families of…
Secondary Update – Term 4 Week 4
Year 12 Graduation Photos If your child attended the Year 12 graduation evening, please access images here to view and order. (https://events.fotoworks.com.au/school-galleries-1/newman-college?ct=3) The School Access Code is: 1z0V9nfH Year 7-11 Celebration Assembly On Wednesday 29 October, our secondary students gathered for our final Celebration Assembly for the year. We had an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate…
Mission Update – Term 4 Week 4
Last week, I had the opportunity to join eight of our 2026 student leaders at the Student Leaders Gathering, which is a special retreat experience facilitated by Marist Youth Ministry. Our Year 11 students joined with other students from St Joseph’s Northam and Bunbury Catholic College, where they had the chance to come together and…
From the Principal – Term 4 Week 2
Dear Newman College Families, Welcome back to Term 4! In what is a shorter term there is so much to look forward to in the programs and events that showcase our students across the College. Year 10 Camp – Growth, Challenge and Formation Last week, the Year 10 students attended their Camp at Contos in…
From the Vice Principal – Term 4 Week 2
Social Media Ban – Online Parent Information Session On 10 December 2025, new legislation will take effect banning children under the age on 16 from accessing social media platforms. The College seeks to support parents and students as they navigate this change and has engaged Paris MacNeill, a consultant who specialises in student mental health…
Primary Update – Term 4 Week 2
Year 3 Assembly At today’s Y3-6 assembly, Year 3 Blue brought to life the magic and fun of reading. Our students took us on a magical journey and delved into some of our classic book favourites; Harry Potter, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory and the Magical Faraway Tree, just to name a few. We…