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Newman News Term 1 Week 8: From the Vice Principal
We have had another fortnight full of events, Newman Parents Forum, Twilight Tours, NAPLAN testing, ACC A Division Swimming Carnival, Y10-12 Parent Teacher Interviews, Y6 IPSHA Basketball Carnival to name a few. The continued collaboration and partnership between our parents and staff enables us to provide a safe and positive learning environment for our students. …
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Newman News Term 1 Week 8: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
The Year 12 Ball The Year 12 Ball is always a highlight on the College Calendar and this year was no exception. Our Year 12 students arrived at Frasers looking fabulous! Students and staff enjoyed a night of fun, good food and dancing. Years 10-12 Parent Teacher Interviews On Thursday 23 March, our teachers on…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 8: From the Deputy Principal Primary
Year 1B Assembly Year 1B shared a wonderful assembly with this week, with a focus on their learning in the Biological Sciences. The class took us on a safari adventure where we learnt about the features of a range of animals. We also heard about the book Elmer – where students reminded each and every…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 8: From the Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians One of the strengths of the Newman Community is our Marist ability to be present to each other, particularly during times of struggle. The incident that occurred last week on the Year 11 Outdoor Education camp to Brides Cave, with the tragic passing of the External Abseiling Instructor, highlights the need…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 8: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
I am the resurrection and the life. If anyone believes in me, even though he dies he will live, and whoever lives and believes in me will never die (John 11:25) I find it hard to believe that we are already about to enter Week 9! I often find myself wondering just where the time…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 6: From the Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians One of the great aspects of the Lenten season is that we are encouraged to take time out to reflect on our relationships with each other and with God, our Christian journey, and the direction of our lives. Taking this time to reflect and be at peace, allows us to see more…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 6: From the Deputy Principal Primary
Lavalla Swimming Carnival Last Friday’s Swimming Carnival for our Years 3-6 students was a fantastic day full of swimming achievements, cheering, sportsmanship and fun! I was so impressed with the way all students tried their absolute best in each of their races, and so enthusiastically cheered on their faction and friends throughout the day. There…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 6: From the Vice Principal
As we come to the end of Week 6, we have so many things to be grateful for, including the outstanding contribution of our students to all areas of College life. I also like to acknowledge the support of our families who partner with our staff to create a community based on our Marist characteristic…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 6: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
‘Whoever drinks this water will get thirsty again; but anyone who drinks the water that I shall give will never be thirsty again.’ John 4:14 Marist Connect Night Last Wednesday, Year 11 and 12 students from St. Joseph’s College Northam joined students from Newman College to take part in our first Marist Connect Night of…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 6: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
Year 7 For the past two weeks, Mr Will Hofman has been in the position of Acting Leader of Wellbeing Year 7 whilst Mr Scott Smith has been away on leave. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Will Hofman for the effortless way in which he has assumed responsibility for this…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 4: From the Principal
The Lenten Season commenced this week. It is a season for honest reflection, repentance and commitment towards greater intimacy with God, and hence towards a more virtuous version of self. The Lenten experience has the power to transform our lives through this deeper and more intimate relationship with our Creator, God. At the heart of…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 4: From the Vice Principal
Thank you to our families for the wonderful start we have made to 2023. There have been many events and so much learning happening across the PK-12 Community. Our community continues to exude our Marist characteristics of Family Spirit and Love of work in everything that we do. As previously communicated, we are using the…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 4: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
High Achiever’s Assembly The High Achiever’s Assembly, held on Wednesday 15 February, saw the return of 27 students from the Class of 2022 who achieved success in their studies across Year 11 and Year 12. We celebrated some outstanding results as we acknowledged those students who achieved a Certificate of Distinction, a Certificate of Merit…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 4: From the Deputy Principal Primary
4G Assembly Our first Assembly for the year was hosted by the 4G class on Friday of last week – and what a performance it was! It was so wonderful to see the enthusiasm, smiles and looks of pure joy on the 4G students’ faces as they entertained us on stage with humorous performances of…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 4: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
Year 12 Retreat This week I have had the great pleasure of spending the week at Serpentine Camping Centre on retreat with our Year 12 students. The theme of the retreat has been Who am I? Who do I want to be? and Who are those sharing in my journey? Students have spent time together…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
Year 7 Orientation On Wednesday 1 February, our Year 7 students had their first full day on Marcellin Campus. They were aptly supported by their PCG teachers and the Year 11 Peer Support Mentors. They practised their locks and learnt how to read their timetables and started to become familiar with how to use ICT…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Vice Principal
Key Dates Wednesday 15 February2022 High Achievers and Principal’s Assembly, 10.20am in the GymnasiumThursday 16 February Y3-6 Swimming Trials, Marcellin Pool (Click HERE for details) Y1-12 Guild Swimming Carnival, HBF Stadium (all day event) K – Y6 Parent Information Evening (Click HERE for details)Friday 17 February Lavalla Campus Assembly 4G, 9.00am Marist AuditoriumMonday 20 February – Friday 24 February Year…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Principal
We enjoyed welcoming all our students and staff back to school, the grounds have been alive with vibrant energy. The students have made an excellent start to the year. I would especially like to acknowledge our new staff and our new students; the littlies in PK and K the new high schoolers in Year 7…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 The first few weeks of school are always some of the most exciting, with students, families, and even teachers adjusting to the life of…
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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Deputy Principal Primary
The first two weeks of the 2023 school year has been a joyous experience for our Primary students and staff. In spending time in classrooms over the past two weeks it has been wonderful to see the amazing learning environments that teachers have created for our students, designing spaces in which children are truly engaged…
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Secondary Campus Twilight Tours
Reserve your place at our upcoming Secondary Campus Twilight Tour event 2023.
2022 WACE Results
We would like to extend our congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2022 for their individual and collective WACE results. It was a challenging year, and they should be commended for their dedication and efforts. We look forward to recognising High Achievers and Award winners in front of the student body on Wednesday 15 February…
2022 NEWMAN COLLEGE ATAR RESULTS SUMMARY
We congratulate the Grads of 2022 for achievements in your chosen pathways of academic pursuit. We extend a sincere thank you to all teachers and support staff, for your dedication to students during their PK-12 journey at Newman. We know that holistic success extends way beyond the academic realm and relies on experiences that liberate…
Newman News Term 4 Week 9: From the Vice Principal
Key Dates – College Calendar Key Dates Week 1 and 2, Term 1 2023 Thursday 2 February – Y11 and Y12 Parent Information Sessions, 6.30pm Gym and Auditorium Friday 3 February – Parent Welcome Sundowner, 5.30pm Marist Auditorium Wednesday 8 February – PK-12 Family Mass, 5.00pm Marcellin Oval Thank you for your ongoing support and…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 9: From the Deputy Principal Primary
Year 6 Graduation Tuesday evening was a wonderful celebration of our Year 6 students primary school journey. The St John Henry Newman Learning Hub provided a beautiful backdrop for the Awards ceremony, as our students reflected on the journey that lies ahead of them on Marcellin Campus. Congratulations to our Annual Award winners on their…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 9: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:9) It is hard to believe that the end of another school year is upon us. The Marist theme for 2022 Known and Loved: Dignity for All has encouraged us…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 9: From the Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians Christmas Over the last week we celebrated Christmas and the birth of Jesus Christ at a variety of events and liturgies across the College. The highlight without doubt was the magnificent Christmas Carols evening. Congratulations to the Primary school for their participation led superbly by Ms Ava Bilton. The students have…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 9: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
It is with great excitement the school year comes to its conclusion. Our final week allowed students to participate in the Discovery Festival. The purpose of this inaugural event was to immerse students in different activities which reflect our Vision for Learning and Vision for Mission. The week began with the Festival of the Magnificat…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 6: From the Deputy Principal Secondary
Transition Workshops Our 2023 Year 7 students have had their final workshop supported by our Yr10 Peer Mentors. Mr Scott Smith Leader of Wellbeing Year 7 2023 and PCG teachers 2023, met with students and took them through what to expect in the life of a Newman College student. Congratulations to all students who attended…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 6: From the Deputy Principal Primary
Kindergarten 2023 Orientation It was wonderful to welcome our 2023 students to the Marian Campus on Monday morning. Students and their parents had the opportunity to meet their Kindy teachers and spend some time familiarising themselves with their Kindy classrooms and classmates. Parents were also invited to an information session and morning tea in the…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 6: From the Vice Principal
Key Dates – College Calendar Mon 21 to Fri 24 November – Marian and Lavalla Swimming Lessons Monday 21 to Wednesday 23 Nov – Year 11 Exam Feedback days Wed 23 November – Y10 River Cruise Thu 24 November – Y7 to 11 Secondary Awards and Principal’s Assembly, 8.45am, Marcellin Gymnasium. Thu 24 November –…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 6: From the Principal
Dear Parents and Guardians Building Leaders at Newman College The most powerful marketing strategy in our community is the conversation that is had at the dinner table between students and their families. These conversations generally predicated on the day these students have with particular reference to their teachers. As a parent, I have heard about…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 6: From the Director of Mission and Catholic Identity
“Give thanks to the Lord for He is good: His love endures forever.” Psalms 107:1 Over the past week, I have met with many families who are looking to enrol their children in Newman College. This has ranged from our youngest students looking to enrol in Kindergarten in 2024 and 2025, right up to students…
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Newman News Term 4 Week 4: From the Deputy Principal Primary
Grandparents Day A huge thank you to our wonderful grandparents who joined us last week for Grandparents Day. On Thursday, Lavalla Campus grandparents and their grandchildren celebrated a beautiful mass in our Champagnat Chapel, followed by a morning tea. On Friday, Marian Campus grandparents were welcomed to the Campus with a lovely assembly…
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