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Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Deputy Principal Mission and Catholic Identity

Jo Dunn on 15/02/2019

‘Holy Today’ is the national theme which comes to each Marist community across Australia in 2019 from Pope Francis’ reflections on the call to holiness in today’s world. Pope Francis emphasises that we don’t need to look any further than our own street to experience the presence of God:

‘I like to contemplate the holiness present in the patience of God’s people: in those parents who raise their children with immense love, in those men and women who work hard to support their families, in the sick, the elderly religious who never lose their smile. It is a holiness found in our next-door neighbours, those who, living in our midst, reflect God’s presence’ (Gaudate et Exultate n.7).

In 2019, our Newman College community will seek to live out Pope Francis’ call to each of us by embracing:

Joy and a sense of Humour
Boldness and Passion
Life in Community

As we make this bold journey together as a PK-12 community in 2019, may each of us set out anew, to pass beyond what is familiar, to the fringes and beyond to shape our College as a place where Jesus is alive, and in which each of us lets our light shine.

PK-12 Family Mass

Thank you to all students, families, and supporters of Newman College who joined our PK-12 Family Mass on Wednesday 13 February on the Br Terence Gleeson Oval. This is the third year that this important whole-of-College annual event has been celebrated. The evening gave us the opportunity to come together as an intentional Catholic-Marist community, and to share the Eucharist together as we begin this year as a united community. The evening was also an opportunity for us to commission the Year 6 and Year 12 student leaders for 2019. The College is grateful for the support of neighbouring clergy who are great friends to Newman College, and who concelebrated our PK-12 Family Mass:

Fr Joseph Tran Parish Priest, St Francis Xavier Armadale
Fr Grant Gorddard – Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Scarborough
Fr Peter Hoang – Parish Priest, Our Lady of the Rosary, Doubleview
Fr Emmanuel-tv Dimobi – Parish Priest, Holy Spirit, City Beach

Please click here to view more photos from the evening.

Year 11 Philippines Immersion – 2018

We congratulate the 14 Year 11 students from Newman College, and the two Year 11 students from our Marist sister-school (St Joseph’s, Northam) who undertook the 2018 Year 11 Philippines Immersion. Our 2018 immersion contingent were accompanied by Miss Clare Cole (Leader of Youth Ministry & Advocacy), Mrs Rebecca Bramanto (Leader of Wellbeing Year 11, 2018) and Mr Daniel Lynch (Deputy Principal Mission & Catholic Identity). Since returning, these students have presented their experience of the Immersion to the PK-12 Newman College staff, and at the first Principal’s Assembly.

The 2018 Year 11 Philippines Immersion students were:

Elizabeth Adams, Jack Burgess, Courtney Beveridge, Kiara Camisa-Cason, Matthew Giumelli, Clare Hogg, James Kerr, Stephen Loreck, Rayne McGowan – St Joseph’s, Northam, Benjamin Miniello, Alannah Peou, Megan Pethick, Cole Stevenson, Emily Tang, Anthea Todman and Jeklyn Wallis – St Joseph’s, Northam.

Please click here to view a video reflection prepared by the students.

Please click here to view and listen to an original poem, prepared by the students, with accompanying images to reflect on the experiences of the immersion.

As the year continues, our students will have a range of advocacy opportunities to promote justice and share their insights to grow a wider awareness among our College community.

Plenary Council 2020 – Listening & Dialogue (6 March – 2019)

In 2018, the Newman College PK-12 staff undertook a Listening and Dialogue session for the Plenary 2020. In the coming weeks, different groups of students at Newman College will also be given this opportunity to have their say regarding the future of the Catholic Church here in Australia as part of this national conversation.

On Tuesday 26 February we invite our wider community to take participate in a free Listening and Dialogue session. Click here for more information.

Please click here to visit the Plenary Council website.

Weekly Thursday Morning Community Mass (Champagnat Chapel – 8.10am – 8.35am)

All parents, guardians and families across our PK-12 College are invited to attend the weekly Thursday morning Mass celebrated by Fr Joseph Tran and Fr Mark Baumgarten. Our weekly Newman College Community Mass is an important way that we as a Catholic community seek to nourish and live-out our faith in community with one another.

Due to the Year 7-12 Guild Swimming Carnival taking place in Week 3 (Thursday 21 February) there will be no Mass on this day. Mass will resume on Thursday 28 February (Week 4).

Primary Religious Education Coordinator Update

Change to Prayer Assemblies – Lavalla Campus

The Lavalla Prayer assemblies will now take place on Monday mornings at 8.50am in the Br Theophane Hall. Parents are still most welcome to join this opportunity for prayer led by our students.

Receiving a Sacrament in 2019

Families are reminded to visit their relevant parish website for all information regarding 2019 Sacrament dates and registration. Alternatively please click here to access parish website addresses via the College website. The enrolment dates vary, so please take the time to clearly understand the process for your parish. Students in Years 3, 4 and 6 will undertake the preparatory work in class so they are able to receive the Sacrament in their local parish.

Leader of Youth Ministry & Advocacy Update

Youth Groups

24/7 Youth Group

St Joseph’s Subiaco has started a 24/7 Youth Group. It is open to all youth in Years 6-12 and occurs every Friday night from 6:30pm – 8:30pm at the Subiaco Parish Upper Room. Next week is going to be another fun and exciting night with some amazing games, food and an emphasis on getting to know one another. We encourage everyone to come along and see what it’s all about! Contact Aidan Walsh 0487 403 456 or Angela Firth 0455 960 174 for more information.

Floreat / Wembley Youth Group

St Cecilia’s Floreat / Wembley Youth Groups continues in 2019 every Sunday evening from 6.00pm – 8.00pm at the St Cecilia’s Parish Centre, 47 Peebles Road, Floreat. It is open to all youth in Years 6-12. At the next evening we will be exploring the first chapter of the story of the birth of Christ! Come down to Floreat this term for lots of fun and amazing games!!! Contact Sebastian 0403230395 or Emma 0412310019 for more information.

Appreciation – Saint Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Christmas Hampers

“We would like to express our great thanks to the students and families of Newman College for the items they donated to be used in the recent Christmas Hampers. The people who received these hampers had a more enjoyable Christmas than would have otherwise been the case. We also express our gratitude to the staff members who co-ordinated the collection of the hamper items. We highly value the wonderful support we have received in the past from Newman College and look forward to continuing our relationship in the future”. Mr Andrew Burchfield, Secretary Wembley/Floreat SVdP Conference

“The Woodlands Conference of the St Vincent de Paul Society extend a big thank you to the staff, students and parents of Newman College for their generous donation of food and gifts for this years’ Christmas Hamper Appeal….” Read more Mr Fred Symons, President Woodlands SVdP Conference

National Remar Conference

The National Remar Conference was held from Sunday 10 February – Tuesday 12 February at The Hermitage, Mittagong, NSW. The conference, facilitated by the Marist Youth Ministry Leadership Team and the Marist Life Formation Team, brings together Remar Coordinators and Helms from around Australia in order to participate in workshops and practical thematic discussions, listen to keynote speakers about Remar and the 2019 Marist theme ‘Holy Today’. It was a fantastic opportunity to network with those currently working within Youth Ministry in Marist Schools across Australia.

Laudato Si’ (On Care for Our Common Home)

Laudato Si’ is the second encyclical from Pope Francis. In it he appeals to “every person living on this planet” for an inclusive dialogue about how we are shaping the future of our planet. Pope Francis calls the Church and the world to acknowledge the urgency of our environmental challenges and to join him in embarking on a new path. This encyclical is written with both hope and resolve, looking to our common future with candor and humility. There’s an opportunity to take part in a Laudato Si’ weekend (8 – 10 March) in NSW. Please click here for further information.

PK-12 Family Mass

Jo Dunn on 15/02/2019

On Wednesday 13 February our PK-12 College community of staff, students and families gathered together on the Br Terence Gleeson Oval to celebrate the new school year, share in the Eucharist and witness the commissioning of the Year 6 and Year 12 Student Leaders.

This Mass is an integral part of our College life as we seek to continue to celebrate our Christian story and our College theme this year, consistent with other Marist Schools nationally, “We are called to be Holy by living our lives with love and by bearing witness today”.

Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Head of Primary

Jo Dunn on 15/02/2019

Welcome back to the start of another exciting year at Newman College, one filled with hope and joy for the journey ahead. We especially welcome the Pre Kindy and Kindy students starting their schooling at Newman College. Our hope is that all new families feel welcome and at peace within our College community. The students have made a wonderful start and have settled quickly into the routine of their new classes. This is because of the hard work put in by the staff who were well prepared and eager to meet your child. This relationship is critical to our College’s Wellbeing Program and ultimately the success of each student. The classroom teacher is your first point of contact should you need anything regarding your child’s learning or wellbeing. We look forward to continuing in partnership with your family this year.

Welcome Assembly – Marian Campus

This morning we held a special assembly to welcome all new families to our community. We wish these students every success in their learning journey at our College and hope they feel connected and supported by their teachers and peers.

Marcellin Award

Congratulations to the following student who recently received a Marcellin Award in Weeks 1 and 2:

Izabella Kay, Year 2 Green – For demonstrating her Love of Work by helping to care for the worms and collect worm wizz from the worm farm everyday.

Maeora Morgan, Year 1 Red – For demonstrating her Love of Work by being the first to put her hand up to help look after the worm farm. A great service to her community!

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.

Homework Club

Homework Club takes place every Monday from 3.15pm – 4.30pm in the Lavalla Library. Students in Years 3-6 have the opportunity to complete work, work with teachers and complete their homework. Homework Club will commence on Monday 18 February (Week 3).

CoderDojo

CoderDojo is held every Tuesday from 3.15pm – 4.30pm in the Lavalla Multi-purpose Room. This coding club brings together students from Years 3-12 and are taught how to code and program. Our CoderDojo program will commence on Tuesday 19 February (Week 3). All participating students (new and old members) must complete the Parent Permission Form prior to attending their first session.

Parent Information Nights

We warmly invite parents to the Parent Information Nights on both the Marian and Lavalla Campuses to meet your child’s teacher and hear from the College Leadership team. Please note the following times;

Lavalla Campus – Monday 18 February

5.00pm – 5.45pm Year 3 and 4 (Classrooms)
5.45pm – 6.30pm Leadership Team Address (Auditorium)
6.30pm – 7.15pm Year 5 and 6 (Classrooms)

Marian Campus – Monday 25 February

5.00pm – 5.45pm Kindy and Pre Primary (Classrooms)
5.45pm – 6.30pm Leadership Team Address (Hall)
6.30pm – 7.15pm Year 1 and 2 (Classrooms)

*Children are not required to attend.

Coffee at the College

Today we launched our newest community engagement initiative at Marian Campus, Coffee at the College, which was really well received. Every Friday from 8.20am during term, a mobile coffee van will be located outside the Canteen for parents/guardians to access. A similar opportunity for parents at the Lavalla Campus will also be made available throughout the term. More details to follow. The College is continually looking for ways to create opportunities for parents to interact, contribute and belong to the extended Newman College community, so we hope you will all support and enjoy this opportunity.

Primary Family Picnic

The Primary Social Committee (PSC) and the College invite families to the first social event for the year, the Primary Family Picnic. This will be a relaxed evening where families can come together and enjoy a chance to catch up with friends. We particularly welcome families that are new to the College.

New Sports Equipment

Thank you to the Primary Social Committee for purchasing new sports equipment for the students. The year groups have loved the variety of equipment on offer.

Term 1 Swimming – Lavalla Campus

The Years 3-6 students have begun their swimming program under the direction of our Physical Education teacher Mrs Pugh. Students will also be involved in swimming trials on Thursday 21 February in preparation for the Swimming Carnival later in the term. Please ensure your child’s clothing and equipment is clearly labelled with their name.

Parent Representatives 2019

The Parent Representative role is an important way for our families to stay connected, engage in social events and support the classroom teacher. Thank you to all parents who have already nominated themselves as their class’s Parent Representative. Over the next week I will finalise the Parent Representatives for each class and will contact these parents directly.

Parent Facebook Groups

This year, the College launched a new parent communication platform (Facebook Groups) which offers each cohort a forum to share information, promote school events and further support the College. Please click here to read the Facebook Groups Terms of Reference. We invite all parents/guardians to join their designated groups. Please select from the appropriate links below:

Pre Kindergarten: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2033

Kindergarten: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2032

Pre Primary: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2031

Year 1: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2030

Year 2: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2029

Year 3: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2028

Year 4: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2027

Year 5: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2026

Year 6: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2025

Parking

Parents are reminded that when using the kiss and ride at drop off and pickup times to please remain in the car. It is critical that this process allows for the flow of traffic. Please also move to the front of the queue to pick up your child. If they are not ready, please park in the overflow parking provided.

Work Experience Placements

Many of our Year 10, 11 and 12 students undertake work experience at various points throughout the year. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to challenge themselves and learn about potential pathways after school. We are always looking for new businesses in all industries who would be willing to take on a Newman student for some work experience. We can offer you a willing and enthusiastic worker and the chance to make a difference in a young person’s life, as well as supporting your school community. And we will do the paperwork! Please email one of the Pathways and Onsite Coordinators if you can assist kelsey.fink@newman.wa.edu.au and justin.farley@newman.wa.edu.au

Consent2Go

The College will continue to use Consent2Go for obtaining parental consent for school incursions and excursions in 2019. The Consent2Go paperless system provides the College with the most up to date information regarding student details which greatly improves the College’s ability to manage incursions and excursions. If you do not have an email address or internet access, please advise Mandy Keeling, Student Data Administrator so we can add you to the Consent2Go paper process Mandy.Keeling@newman.wa.edu.au or 9204 9434

Food Allergy Reminder

As a result of recent news relating to the dangers of food allergies, Newman College would like to offer a reminder to all families. Newman College is a ‘Nut Aware’ school. It is NOT nut free. Families should be advised that the College cannot guarantee the absence of all nut products or traces of nuts within food across the College. Parents are strongly encouraged to speak with their child discouraging the sharing of food with others. It is pertinent that parents of any child with an identified allergy has completed a Medical Action Plan and discussed this with their child’s teacher. The College Canteen does provide a ‘Nut Aware’ service, but cannot guarantee that food and beverages served from the Canteen do not contain traces of Nuts, Crustaceans, Fish, Milk, Eggs, Sesame, Soybean and Wheat.

If families are reliant on the Canteen for the provision of food and beverages to a child WITH an allergy, they are advised to contact the Canteen Manager, Donna McFadden.The Canteen is available daily for children of the College. For details please click here.

Upcoming Events

Years 3-6 Assembly – Item Year 3 Red

Primary Family Picnic

Newman News Term 1 Week 2: From the Deputy Principal Wellbeing Secondary

Jo Dunn on 13/02/2019

My name is Alan Fitzpatrick and I am the Deputy Principal Wellbeing Secondary. I joined the College in Term 4 2018 from La Salle College Middle Swan, where I spent 12 wonderful years heavily involved in pastoral care and student wellbeing. I have been very excited by what I have seen at Newman during my brief time here. The College has wonderful facilities, great staff and the students conduct themselves in a mature and pleasant manner. I look forward to working with the students in 2019 and helping them get the most out of their time during their Secondary School years.

As it is the start of a new year, I wanted to touch base on a few important pieces of information for parents and students.

Wellbeing Program – Term 1 2019

The Years 7-12 Wellbeing Program focuses on building students’ faith, self-belief and self-esteem. It has been designed to develop key life skills to help students cope with challenges in school and beyond. We are committed to developing the ‘whole’ person; socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically. Download Term 1 Years 7-12 Wellbeing Program

Assessment Calendars

Students and parents can view upcoming assessments via SEQTA. Assessments are in the process of being moved to avoid over assessing on certain days. As SEQTA is a live database, changes will be occurring and updating regularly. Year 11 and 12 calendars are the current focus before moving to Years 7-10.

Alternative Program to Year 12 Retreat

As part of their Year 12 experience, the Year 12 students will attend a three-day Retreat in Bindoon during Week 4. Whilst not at retreat, students will participate in a school based program designed to support the achievement of academic goals. Click here to access the program.

Transport

Transperth school specials 710, 715, 716, 717, 718 and 719 depart the College at 3.25pm daily. For those travelling on Route 83, Transperth will begin running additional services from Monday 18 February in order to help ease congestion. Click here for further information on the new Route 83 service.

Timetables and other information relating to Transperth school buses servicing Newman College can be found at www.transperth.wa.gov.au

Student Uniform and Grooming Expectations

It has been very pleasing to see the vast majority of students meeting the uniform expectations of the College at the start of the school year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the students and their parents for helping in this area. I continue to encourage students to ensure their dress standards meet with the College’s expectations throughout the year.

Homework Club

Homework Club commenced this week. It runs on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 3.15pm – 6.00pm in the Siena Learning Centre. The Homework Club is supervised by Ms Natelee Calegari and Ms Carolyn O’Connor on Monday and Tuesday with a literacy focus while Ms Sarah Pagett supervises on Wednesdays with a numeracy focus. Ms Miranda Whitely is also present on Mondays until 4.15pm for Humanities help. Additionally, Marist Youth Mentor and other teaching staff will be available to meet with students and help as required.

It is expected that:

Students sign in when they arrive and sign out when they leave. Students are not permitted to ‘hang out’ on the school grounds at this time so if students leave Homework Club it is expected that they leave the College grounds.
Students use their time productively and without disrupting other students or tutors.
Students will follow the instructions of staff with regard to their behaviour in Homework Club.
Students who behave disruptively or disrespectfully will meet with their Leader of Wellbeing (LOWB) and may be excluded from Homework Club in the future.

Tutorials for the next few weeks are:

Week 2 – OLNA Workshops:
Monday: OLNA Literacy Workshop for Years 10-12, 3.30pm – 4.15pm (Ms Calegari)
Wednesday: OLNA Numeracy Workshop for Years 10-12, 3.30pm – 4.15pm (Ms Pagett)

Week 3 – Year 12 ATAR: Mastering the Essay – A Streetcar Named Desire
Wednesday: 3.30pm – 4.15pm (Ms Miraudo)

Subject Changes and Work Experience

Subject Changes

Whilst many Year 11 and 12 students have settled into their courses for 2019, there may be some students who wish to change subjects. The School Curriculum and Standards Authority (SCSA) advises that Year 11 and 12 students should not transfer between subjects after Friday 1 March (Friday Week 4) as after this date they will find it increasingly difficult to complete the assessment requirements in their new subject. Year 11 and 12 students wishing to change subjects should make an appointment with one of the Pathways and Onsite Coordinators at the earliest opportunity. Please email kelsey.fink@newman.wa.edu.au or justin.farley@newman.wa.edu.au

Work Experience

Northern Associated School Sport (NAS)

The College is a member of the Northern Associated Schools (NAS) sporting program and competes against John XXIII, Sacred Heart, Chisholm, and Servite Colleges. The competition encourages participation, sportsmanship and healthy competition. Playing sport and belonging to a team can improve a student’s social, physical and mental well-being and school is the best time to establish this is a lifestyle choice. It is a responsibility of all members of the College community to commit to and promote NAS Sport. This in turn will help motivate our students to give of their best, resulting in a more positive experience for all. The NAS Summer competition commences in Week 5. Click here to access the fixtures and further information.

ACC Swimming Squad Training

ACC Swimming Squad Training commenced this week in the College Pool. Swimmers are asked to be at the pool by 7.00am to ensure training can start by 7.10am. Being on time for each training session is critical to the team’s success and emphasises the importance of every session. Following training, the College will provide cereal for breakfast. Each swimmer is asked to bring a bowl, spoon and cup.
Throughout our training there will be several trial dates to help in the selection of the final squad. These include the Guild Swimming Carnival, NAS Swim Meet and designated trial training days. More information will be provided closer to these dates.

Consent2Go

If you do not have an email address or internet access, please advise Mandy Keeling, Student Data Administrator so we can add you to the Consent2Go paper process Mandy.Keeling@newman.wa.edu.au or 9204 9434

SEQTA for Parents Information Session

This term the College will be running a SEQTA for Parents Information Session aimed at Year 7 Parents and new families in Years 8-12. There are two session times available (both include the same information):

Session 1 – Wednesday 27 February, 5.00pm in the Exam Centre (access from the Sports Complex car park)
Session 2 – Thursday 28 February, 9.00am in Studio 1 of the Marist Auditorium

No RSVP is required. Please contact Mandy Keeling, Student Data Administrator for further information Mandy.Keeling@newman.wa.edu.au or 9204 9434

Parent Facebook Groups

We invite all parents/guardians to join their designated groups. Please select from the appropriate links below:

Year 7: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2024

Year 8: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2023

Year 9: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2022

Year 10: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2021

Year 11: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2020

Year 12: Newman College Parents – Leavers of 2019

Secondary Assistance Scheme 2019

The State Government, through the Department of Education, provides financial support to eligible parents through the Secondary Assistance Scheme (SAS). The aim of the scheme is to assist low income families with secondary school costs. Click here for more information.

Food Allergy Reminder

As a result of recent news relating to the dangers of food allergies, Newman College would like to offer a reminder to all families. Newman College is a ‘Nut Aware’ school. It is NOT nut free. Families should be advised that the College cannot guarantee the absence of all nut products or traces of nuts within food across the College. Parents are strongly encouraged to speak with their child discouraging the sharing of food with others. It is pertinent that any child with an identified allergy has completed a Medical Action Plan and discussed this with their child’s teacher. The College Canteen does provide a ‘Nut Aware’ service, but cannot guarantee that that food and beverages served from the Canteen do not contain traces of Nuts, Crustaceans, Fish, Milk, Eggs, Sesame, Soybean and Wheat. If families are reliant on the Canteen for the provision of food and beverages to a child WITH an allergy, they are advised to contact the Canteen Manager, Donna McFadden.

The Canteen is available daily for children of the College. For details please click here.

Upcoming Events

Education Support Centre Parent Information Night
Year 7 Parent Information Night
High Achievers Assembly
REMAR Parent Information Night
Years 7-12 Guild Swimming Carnival
Year 12 Retreat
Year 8 Parent Information Night
Year 9 Parent Information Night
Humanities Tour Parent Information Night

I take this opportunity to wish all of our families a safe and holy year.

Homework Club

Jo Dunn on 11/02/2019

Homework Club provides students in Years 3-12 the opportunity to:

Additional support from teachers
Collaboration with peers on school work and tasks
Work independently on unfinished classwork

If students have particular topics or skills they would like to see covered in a Homework Club session, they are encouraged to speak with their Leader of Wellbeing so that workshops can be arranged.

Years 7-12

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays
St John Henry Newman Learning Hub
3.15pm – 5.00pm

Years 3-6 – Commencing

Mondays
Lavalla Library
3.15pm – 4.30pm