From the Vice Principal – Term 3 Week 10
St John Henry Newman Feast Day, Lavalla and Marian Campus Buddy Day
On Thursday, 10 October, we celebrate the feast day of our College’s patron saint, Saint John Henry Newman. Newman’s theological writings, especially on the development of doctrine and the role of conscience, have profoundly influenced Catholic teaching and modern theology. Canonized in 2019, Newman’s ideas continue to shape the Church’s understanding of faith, intellectual inquiry, and personal conscience.
To mark this special occasion, the College will hold Masses throughout the day, as well as Buddy Days at our Marian and Lavalla campuses. We look forward to celebrating together as a community.
Year 7 2025 Orientation Day
We are excited to welcome our incoming students to the Marcellin campus for their first experience of secondary school on Monday 7 October. With no other students on campus, we aim to create a calm and welcoming environment, understanding that first days can sometimes feel overwhelming. By reducing the number of people on campus, we hope to make this transition smoother.
The Student Orientation Day is designed to help students:
- Get to know others in their Guild, which will also be their Pastoral Care Group,
- Explore the wide range of subjects offered in secondary school,
- Begin to familiarize themselves with the Marcellin campus,
- Meet some of the staff they will engage with next year, and
- Work alongside Peer Support Mentors who will guide them through Orientation Day.
We look forward to welcoming our new students as they begin this exciting journey with us.
Year 12 Examinations
As we head into the holiday break, please keep in mind our Year 12 students who are preparing for their upcoming Mock Examinations, commencing in the second week of the holidays.
Please remember them in your prayers, asking for focus, confidence, and peace during this important time. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication and look forward to seeing each of them achieve their personal best.
Semester 2 Exam Feedback Timetable
Uniform Update for Parents and Guardians
We would like to inform you about some important updates regarding the College uniform, particularly in response to inquiries from parents about the availability of the new skirts arriving next term. These skirts will be available for purchase during orientation appointments for new students.
In addition, the Uniform Shop will be reducing the price of current skirts, skorts, and girls’ trousers to $45. Please note that these items, sold at the reduced price, can only be worn for the next two years.
Students currently in Year 6 at Newman College, transitioning into Year 7, will be permitted to continue wearing the old grey skirt for two years. All new students to the College will be required to purchase the new skirt.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for a fantastic term and to wish you all a restful holiday break with family and friends.
Mr Michael Chiera
VICE PRINCIPAL