Years 3-6 Prayer Assembly – Host Year 5 Green
The Years 3-6 Prayer Assembly will be held at 2.45pm on Wednesday 17 October, in the Champagnat Chapel, led by Year 5 Green. Parents and family are welcome.
Year 6 Family Life Program
To support parents in their role as primary educators for their children, we are offering the Family Life Education Program (Personal Development), which is presented by the Catholic Marriage and Fertility Services, to students in Years 5 and 6.
These are 90 minute sessions for single sex groups entitled ‘Becoming a Woman’ and ‘Becoming a Man’. The content of both the boys and girls sessions covers ‘Life Before Birth’, ‘Physical and Emotional Change’, ‘Hormonal Change’, ‘Hygiene Practices’ and ‘Forming Healthy Friendships’. The girls session includes the menstrual cycle, ‘Managing Menstruation’ and ‘Boys are Changing Too’. The boys session includes ‘Girls are Changing Too’.
Whilst recognising education of children in human sexuality is primarily the right of parents, these programs are endorsed by our Archbishop and the Catholic Education Office of Western Australia.
A Consent2Go will be sent to parents prior to the day to indicate whether you give permission for your child to attend the Family Life Workshop and participate in supporting class lessons. If you would prefer to teach about sexual development to your child personally and do not wish your child to be present either at these sessions or in classes, please indicate this on the Consent2Go.
Year 7 2019 Orientation Day
An Orientation Day will be held at the College on Monday 8 October 2018 for incoming Year 7 students. Students should arrive at the Marist Auditorium by 8.30am. All students enrolled for Year 7 2019 are required to attend as it provides an opportunity for students to become familiar with the Marcellin Campus. The day will conclude at 3.00pm and students will be available for collection from the Marist Auditorium foyer.
Term 3 Week 10: From the Deputy Principal Learning and Staff Development
Celebrating student achievements, contributions and efforts encourages students to grow and be more engaged.
At Newman College, ‘celebration’ is the public recognition of our individual and collective success. We celebrate by honoring the accomplishments, achievements and contributions of all members of the College community, encouraging personal growth and discovery. The close of every term brings many moments of success and Term 3 is no exception. We celebrated our skills and talents on the athletics track and field with Inter-school, Guild and Faction Carnivals for all students. Our students in the Arts celebrated their gifts through performance at the following events:
- The Catholic Arts Festival
- Year 12 drama and music recitals
- The Jazz Lounge
Students at the Marian Campus have celebrated their learning by seeing their ideas come to life in the IDEAS Lab.
Students from Lavalla Campus have celebrated each other by showing gratitude and kindness. This week, we celebrated the Graduating Class of 2018. I sincerely thank each student for their contribution to the College community and wish them well as they explore their choices as they move beyond life at Newman College.
As teachers, we strive to foster celebration by committing to:
- Providing all families and students with opportunities to come together to celebrate with Christ at the centre
- Acknowledging growth of student learning
- Instilling a sense of pride in our students by consistently celebrating their wide ranging performance, efforts and contributions
- Regular community gatherings in celebration of our combined efforts and successes
- Recognising and celebrating our discoveries and achievements
Staff Movements
We wish Mrs Paola Rich, Mr Peter Hunt, Mrs Carolyn O’Connor and Mrs Nicola Garlick a well-deserved break as they take long service in Term 4.
Mathew Puljiz is taking leave to care for his family. We wish him well and will welcome him back in 2019. Mrs Helen Leahy will lead the Year 9 students in Term 4.
Term 4 Commencement
Staff – Professional Learning: Monday October 8
Year 7, 2019 Orientation Day: Monday October 8
Students PK-11: Tuesday October 9
Parent Funded Designated Device Model
Next year Newman College will continue the parent funded, designated device model that commenced in 2016.
All students in Years 3-6 will require an Apple iPad. All students in Years 7-11 will require a Microsoft Surface Pro. Parents will be required to purchase a device for students entering Year 7, current Year 8 and current Year 9 students.
This designated device model will be made available in cooperation with a nominated supplier; providing a discounted educational bundle including a damage resistant cover and enhanced warranty. Details of the bundle and nominated supplier will be made available early in Term 4. 2019 will be the last year for the College funded MacBook program for students in Year 12.
Code of Conduct
A reminder to all families that the Code of Conduct can be accessed via the College website. The Code is mandated by Catholic Education Western Australia and the application of the code extends to all staff, students, parents, guardians, caregivers and volunteers; and to all forums including social media and email forms of communication. The Code seeks to value the dignity of every person, foster positive relationships, ensure confidentiality and accountability and support professional boundaries. Events held during school hours AND outside of school hours that are associated with the College are also supported by the Code. Any perceived breaches of the Code can be discussed with any member of the Senior Leadership Team.
All families are reminded that if they have a concern about the education or wellbeing of their child, they should contact the College directly. We are always willing to support families, but school matters must be managed by the College. It is not appropriate to contact other families about concerns you have about their child. Please direct these matters to the classroom teacher, Leaders of Wellbeing or any member of the Senior Leadership Team.
The College recognises the convenience of year group Facebook pages that are moderated by parents. This is an excellent platform for sharing information involving College events and requirements. It is not appropriate to use social media platforms to seek clarity on teaching and learning or to debate College policies. Please refer these matters to your child’s classroom or PCG Teachers, or a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
We thank you in advance for your understanding and support of how we strive to partner positively with each other.
Term 3 Week 10: From the Head of Primary
As we work through the last week I can safely say our students have packed a huge amount into the term. Our students have been again given the opportunity to develop their gifts and talents in a range of different areas. Our focus is always on the faith, learning and wellbeing of our students and the progress in all areas has been significant. Our students have also been able to celebrate on the sports field, the athletics track, dance floor, behind the podium and on the stage. We are blessed to be able to let their light shine in so many ways. I would like to thank everyone for their support this term and I wish you all a safe a restful holiday.
Marcellin Award
Congratulations to the following students who have recently received a Marcellin Award in Weeks 9 and 10:
Indi Lo Presti, Year 1 Red – for caring for a Year 2 student when they were injured with love and compassion
Alessandro La Verghetta, Year 2 Red – for helping to clean and tidy up the nature play space and care for the resources.
Luka Delic, Year 2 Blue – for his awesome cooperating and problem solving in the playground.
Ava Prentice, Year 6 Green – Ava is someone who constantly endeavours to achieve their best in any lesson, activity or in working towards a goal. She is described as being proactive, using her initiative to see when something needs to be done and sorting it out. Ava is always ready to offer a helping hand or a kind smile.
Ava can be relied upon to set an excellent example for those around her. She asks important questions and seeks advice to help make things better. Ava is not afraid of a challenge! Her every thought and action is genuinely motivated from the heart, in both her consideration of others and in the hope of being the best she can be whilst never seeking outward praise or acknowledgement. It has been a privilege for staff to watch Ava grow into a mature and thoughtful leader with such wonderful potential to achieve amazing things.
The Marcellin Award is presented to children who show, in their everyday actions and words, the spirit of the character of St Marcellin Champagnat. The Marcellin Award at Marian Campus is drawn from submitted nominations each Wednesday morning at Prayer Assembly. At Lavalla Campus, the Marcellin Award is presented at campus assemblies to one student selected by the Leadership Team from submitted nominations.
Pre Primary – Year 2 Athletics Carnival
Well done to everyone who participated in today’s Athletics Carnival. The weather provided perfect conditions for a day of running, skipping, agility and relays. We saw a lot of enthusiastic students who displayed tremendous team spirit and sportsmanship throughout the day. It was wonderful seeing the broad smiles, hearing the cheers of encouragement and witnessing plenty of determination by all. Congratulations to Marcellin Faction for winning the Spirit Shield and Knox Faction for winning the Carnival. Thank you Mrs Northey for a organising a great day. Thank you to the many teachers & parents who helped students get active & enjoy a day of friendly competition. Click here to see more photos from the day.
Years 3-6 Athletics Carnival
The Years 3-6 Athletics Carnival took place on Friday 7 September on both the Lavalla and Marcellin Ovals. The students participated in rotational track and field events to minimise the time they were not active. The students all displayed great teamwork, challenged themselves to be their best, celebrated team and individual success and collaborated. Thank to Mrs Erica Horn and Ms Gabriella Panaia for organizing such a great day. Congratulations to Delaney for winning the faction carnival, record breakers and champions boys/girls. Click here for a full list of results and more photos from the day.
Years 3-6 IPSHA Interschool Carnival
Selected students from the Lavalla Campus were involved in the IPSHA Interschool Carnival held at All Saints College in Bullcreek on Thursday 13 September. The team were well prepared by Mrs Horn and came together as a cohesive team to represent the College. Congratulations to all who competed, especially those who broke records on the day.
| Year | Student | Event | Result | Time/Distance |
| 5 | Harry Prentice | 400m (B) | 1st | 1.13.13 (Record) |
| 3 | Koby Kalebic | Turbo Jav | 1st | 21.78 (Record) |
| 4 | Cooper Trovarello | Triple Jump | 1st | 8.42m (Record) |
| 4 | Cooper Trovarello | 60m Hurdles (B) | 1st | 10.45 (Record) |
| 3 | Bailey Trovarello | 80m (A) | 1st | 13.31 (Record) |
| 4 | Linus Keane | 80m (B) | 1st | 12.23 (Record) |
| 4 | Cooper Trovarello | 80m (A) | 1st | 12.13 (Record) |
| 4 | Linus Keane | 200m (A) | 1st | 31.83 (Record) |
| 4 | 4 x 100m Circular Relay | 1st | 1.06.55 (Record) |
Town of Cambridge: Local School Art Exhibition
Congratulations to the following students who had their work chosen for display at the exhibition.
Ava Van Dommelen, Year 5 – won a Highly Commended for her piece titled: ‘Glowing Insect.
Ruben Zafitopoulos, Year 2 – work titled ‘Yama’
Joshua Woods, Year 2 – work titled ‘Jazz the Cat’
Speak Up Final
Congratulations to Harry Klein who represented the College in the Speak Up finals last night. After competing in the many heats and finals, Harry came 1st, winning $300 for the College to use to purchase books for the library and $150 for himself. Harry will be presented the winning shield in Term 4 by the Grand Master Dr William Gordan Brae who is the head of the Freemasonry WA.
Speak Up is an interschool public speaking competition challenging students to be creative, confident and engaging.
Staff Movements
Farewell Paola Rich
I would like to take this opportunity to wish Mrs Paola Rich all the best as she takes extended leave from the College. Mrs Rich has worked tirelessly for the students across the College but most importantly the Marian Campus. Thank you for everything you have done for our students, families and staff. We look forward to seeing you back in 2020.
Welcome Lisa McClue
I would like to welcome Mrs Lisa McClue to the Newman College staff as she takes on the role of Leader of Wellbeing at the Marian Campus. Mrs McClue is an experienced educator and will work closely with our students, staff and families on supporting a culture of success through resilience and wellbeing.
Lavalla Students vs Teachers Event
The Year 6 Student Council challenged the staff to a series of “minute to win it” challenges this week. The students did very well but were no match for the experienced teachers. The fun has continued each morning as the students take us on in the alphabet challenge.
Beating Hearts Band Concert
Last Wednesday we were privileged to hold a rock concert at the Lavalla Campus. The students were amazing as they lit up the Lavalla Hall. The student performances were:
Singers: Larni 6G/Michala 6G/Bianca 6G/Solei 6B/Savannah 6B
- Eye Of The Tiger’
Matt 5B/Oliver 4R/Oscar 4B/Christian 4B
Guitar: Liam 5B - ‘Hey Baby’
Luca 2B/Cooper 2G/Brodie 5B - ‘Joy To The World’
Hallie 5R/Christian 5R/Archie 5R - ‘We Will Rock You’
Alex 4R/Elliot 4B/Henry 4B/Harrison 5B - ‘I Will Survive’
Hannah 4G/Kade 4B/Andrew 4B - ‘Live Louder’
Fletcher 5G/Liam 5G/Tyson 5G - ‘Wipe Out’
Charlie 4G/Oliver 4G/Julyen 4B/Jack 6G
Guitar: Liam 5B - ‘Ghostbusters’
Harrison 5B/Brodie 5B/Matt 5B/Jack 6G
Thank you to Mr Cobb and Mr Frank Maceri. A special thanks to Miss Kilcullen and Mr Elliot who performed a rendition of Grease as Danny and Sandy.
Past Events
The children at Newman College are continuously engaging in motivating learning experiences that support embedding and enhancing their education. Some highlights from the past two weeks are: