Lila McInerneyPrincipal

M.Ed Lead, B. Theol, Grad Dip. Stud. Guid & Welfare, Grad Dip. RE, Grad. Cert. Curr. Lead, Dip. Teach

From the Principal

MERCY COLLEGE

760 Sydney RoadCoburg North Vic 3058t: 03 9319 9299

mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au

From the Principal

NEWSLETTER10 August 2018

A Prayer to Honour Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop God of Providence, We pray with grateful hearts as we remember the power for goodness that Mary MacKillop brought into our world. By educating and nursing those who lacked opportunity she gave people hope and a choice over their lives. In this month of her feast day may we all be touched and influenced by her generous spirit of charity. We give thanks for the spread of her vision and for the many women and men today who work for the good of all because of what she started. Amen.

Subject Selection Continuing to build a culture of learning is important for all of us at Mercy College and since returning to school this term the selection of subjects for 2019 has become a focus for many of our students. Choices and pathways, discernment and decisions have become words used frequently by our staff in the hope that we are guiding our students towards studies that will not only extend them but also enable them to lay foundations for the future. We all share in the common experience of learning, albeit in different contexts. This shared experience is what enables all to be reflective on our own time in the classroom and to draw on this as the basis for reflective practice.

Child Safe Standard 2- A Child Safety Policy Or Statement Of Commitment To Child Safety The second Child Safe Standard requires schools to develop and publicly communicate a Statement of Commitment to child safety or a school child-safe policy to their community. Mercy College has recently undergone the process of reviewing both our Child Safety Policy and Staff Code of Conduct to ensure that they continue to reflect the needs of our students and comply with changes in Government guidelines. This policy and the Staff Code of Conduct can be accessed from our website http://www.mercycollege.vic.edu.au/child-safety.html. If you have a concern about the wellbeing, of a Mercy College student or have any queries about the College policy or procedures you are encouraged to contact the College and speak to a member of the Leadership team.

From the Principal

UPCOMINGDATES & EVENTS

Friday 10 August Year 10 Reflection Day

Monday 13 August National Science Week Commences Tuesday 14 August 7A and 7B Class Mass 11.45am Wednesday 15 AugustKitchen Kapers Years 4 and 5 Students 4.00pm to 5.00pm Years 9 and 10 Subject Selection Expo 7.30pm Thursday 16 August College Board Meeting5.30pm to 7.30pm Friday 17 August SCSA Volleyball Competition Frayne Speech Festival Monday 20 August Feast of St Bernard Migration and Refugee Week Commences Wednesday 22 August Beyond Year 12 VTAC Parent / Guardian Information Evening 7.30pm to 9.30pm Friday 24 August SCSA Soccer Competition Sunday 26 August World Day of Migrants and Refugees

From the PrincipalLila McInerney

LITURGICAL RECEPTION AND SOLEMN MASS ARCHBISHOP COMENSOLI As College Co-Captains, we were incredibly privileged to have recently been afforded the opportunity to represent Mercy at the Liturgical Reception and Solemn Mass of the Ninth Archbishop of Melbourne, Most Reverend Peter A Comensoli. Alongside our College Principal, Ms Lila McInerney, and thousands of Australians who gathered in awe of the monumental ceremony, we prayed together for solidarity and unity, as well as our shared duty to be leaders of our Church. As one large community, we are hopeful and optimistic as we share a common vision to live the Good News in the world today. It was a significant reminder that we should be empowered by the example of Jesus Christ as this permeates through our understanding of what it is to be servant leaders. The mass was beautifully arranged, and we will forever be grateful for the opportunity to witness history being made. Nicole Nabbout and Nikita Cosoleto College Co Captains

PRAYERS As a Mercy College community we pray for: • Michelina Mercuri, grandmother of Alessandra Falvo (Year 9) • The people of Lombok, Indonesia after this week’s devastating earthquake • Those who have sufferred in the terrible bushfires in Southern Europe

“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may your perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls and the souls of all the faithfully departed, rest in peace. Amen. Let us never lose trust in the patience and mercy of God. Lila McInerney Principal

From the PrincipalYear Level Leader - Year 7Lauren Purcell

Director of MissionLoretta Kitch

Celebrating Two Remarkable WomenOur young women at Mercy need women who they can look up to and this month we celebrate feasts associated with two remarkable women. The first of these is Mary MacKillop, currently our only Australian saint, whose feast day we celebrated this past week on 8 August, the anniversary of her death in 1909. Born in Fitzroy in 1842, she pioneered a new form of religious life to provide education for poor children. In 1866 Father Julian Woods invited MacKillop and her sisters Annie and Lexie to come to Penola, South Australia and open a Catholic school. The MacKillops started teaching more than fifty children. At this time MacKillop made a declaration of her dedication to God and began wearing black. In 1867, MacKillop became the first sister and mother superior of the newly formed order of the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, and moved to the new convent in Grote Street, Adelaide. In the same year, at age 25, she adopted the religious name Sister Mary of the Cross. Dedicated to the education of the children of the poor, it was the first religious order to be founded by an Australian. The rules developed by Father Woods and MacKillop for the convent emphasised poverty, a dependence on divine providence, no ownership of personal belongings, faith that God would provide and willingness to go where needed.

Mary and her Sisters shared the life of the poor but Mary always had an on-going trust that God would always provide for their needs. She can be a model for all women today as one who was willing to try something new, who was resilient in overcoming hardship and who achieved so much that was of benefit to others, especially those most in need. Another remarkable woman is Mary the mother of Jesus. Next week on 15 August, the Church celebrates the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, which commemorates her death and bodily assumption into Heaven. Considered the most important of all Marian feasts it only became official teaching in 1950 when the dogma of the Assumption was proclaimed. At this time the Church, proclaimed that human life, and the human body, was of such fundamental dignity that it had its true home in heaven, with God. In celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven we do not celebrate something which places Mary apart from us. Rather we celebrate something which places Mary among us as the first to receive the gift of salvation in all its fullness, a gift which the Lord also holds out to us. May this woman, given to us by Christ as our mother too, be our companion on our journey of faith and that of our young women at Mercy.

A Prayer for the AssumptionMary, Your total giving of yourself reminds us that we hold in trust from God all our accomplishments, talents and gifts – trusted as we are to offer them in service, and bring happiness and well-being to our sisters and brothers. Your ‘Yes’ to God’s invitation to be the mother of Jesus reminds us that prayer is not just words but is from the heart. We ask you to pray to Jesus for us that the Holy Spirit may live fully in us, too, so that we may pray in the way that each of us finds best. So may we be prepared to join you in saying ‘Yes’ to God, that Jesus may be born anew in our hearts and we may know the fullness of salvation. Amen.

Director of Student WellbeingMichelle McNarama

Watta Watnanda Day “Because of her, we can” the inspiring message of NAIDOC 2018, was the guiding theme for Watta Watnanda Day, held Friday 3 August at the Korin Gamadji Institute at the Richmond Football Club. Five Indigenous Mercy College students from Years 7 to 11 attended the gathering of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students from Catholic secondary schools, as they celebrated culture and belonging. Welcomed to country by Wurundjeri Elder, Uncle Colin Hunter, the students heard emotional journeys of resilience and achievement from women speakers including Auntie Sue Collins, Auntie Delsie Lillyst, and the Women’s Panel, and provided feedback on their own experiences as Aboriginal students. Active highlights of the day were the outdoor Obstacle Challenge run by Kadeem Aarons, contestant on Australian Ninja Warrior, and a fearless dance session with Indigenous Hip Hop Projects. Students were encouraged to take pride in themselves and their culture, and were celebrated as leaders of the future. Below are some reflections from some of the students who attended the day:

“I really enjoyed meeting new people and getting involved in activities that required us to talk about our culture, our family and where we are from. Overall it was a fantastic day and a great experience.” Leticia Ray Year 9

“It was an eventful day and I loved participating in the activities and meeting other people.” Janeesha Johnson Year 10

“I really enjoyed participating in this event and also meeting new people” Khailey Malay-Martin Year 10 “My experience at the Watta Watnanda Day is one to remember. Throughout the day we were involved with many activities that revolved around our culture, such as speaking about culture and cultural dancing” Krstel Petrevski Year 11 “The day started with a woman talking about her life and how it was when she was growing up. We participated in four activities that included hip hop and a fitness challenge. Throughout all of it, I had a wonderful day.” Sharneesha Riseley Year 7

Director of Learning and TeachingVanessa Folino

Business Manager Judy SailorsBuilding Works Update Construction of the new cafeteria area has commenced! The College Community is excited to see the new structure begin to take shape in our new multipurpose space.

Subject Selection 2019 The current Years 8 and 9 students will receive a copy of the Curriculum Handbook before the Subject Selection Expo. They are encouraged to take time to read about the various subject offerings and make a list of questions. It is important the students make informed decisions and speak to the right people. To ensure the best outcomes students need to go into their 2019 subjects with confidence and show commitment to the learning that needs to take place. Success requires a learning partnership, a partnership between students, teachers and families, everyone needs to be aware of the requirements and possibilities of the various study options. Important dates for current Years 8 and 9 students 25 August Years 9 and 10 Subject Selection Expo 7.30pm 20 August Submit draft of ‘Planning your Year 9/10 Subjects’ to Homeroom teacher 20 August Submit Unit 1&2 study application (for students going into Year 10 only) 20 August Complete online subject selection 21 August Submit online subject selection digital receipt, signed by parent/guardian Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. Benjamin Franklin

Year Level Leader - Year 8Caitlin Lamont

Project ROCKIT The Year 8 students were incredibly fortunate to hear from the team at Project ROCKIT. The team at Project ROCKIT aimed to quash online bullying and hate by giving students all around the country hot tips on ways to avoid, diminish, and divert nastiness online.

Here are some takeaways from the students of 8C: “I learnt how to stop bullying, by writing a counter comment.” “I learnt how to help someone if they are being bullied by using the hot tips we learnt, such as writing a short positive response.” “Don’t hide behind a screen and don’t be afraid to show your passions ” “I learnt ways you can stop mean comments by reporting the people or helping others by writing happy/nice comments to stop the hate.”

Families of the Mercy community also had the opportunity to attend a forum with Project ROCKIT. This was to enable several important conversations to be had between students, their parent/guardian and the College. Thank you to all families who joined the conversation.

Subject Selection Put the Subject Selection Expo on Wednesday 15 August in McAuley Hall at 7:30pm in your family calendar. Valuable information will be shared that your your daughter’s homeroom teacher and myself will be more than willing to assist and act as a sounding board during this exciting process.

Religious EducationMairead Kennedy

Year 12 Guest Speaker On Monday 16 July, Emily Lobo from Catholic Relief Services came to talk to the Year 12 students about humanitarian work and advocacy. She has worked for Catholic Relief Services for over six years and in that time worked in eleven countries, including Sudan, Nigeria, Israel/Palestine, Bangladesh and Nepal. She has worked in maternal health, education, peacebuilding and for the past two and a half years as a technical adviser on an emergency response team, deploying to conflict or disaster zones for 1-2 months at a time. She has also currently accepted the position of Head of Programs for CRS Nepal where she will oversee earthquake reconstruction work.

In her talk she addressed some of the common misconceptions about humanitarian work and gave a guide about how to enter the field. She discussed how Catholic Social Teachings are integral to ensuring the work her organisation does remains true to the core Catholic values, especially with a focus on the dignity of all human beings. Lastly, she spoke about how you don’t need to be a humanitarian worker to provide assistance to some of the world’s most vulnerable people; advocacy is just as important. Advocacy is especially important as humanitarian organisations can often be reliant on government funding, and when governments like Australia reduce foreign aid, it can significantly hinder the success of their work.

Music Michelle Walker

Term Three has been a busy time for Liturgical Music at Mercy.

On 19 July Mercy Music students were invited to lead the music at the Catholic Education Melbourne annual Religious Education Conference, at the Catholic Leadership Centre. Mercy Music students from Years 9 to 12 were joined by choir students from St Peter’s Primary School, Keilor East. The choirs rehearsed separately for much of Term Two, only meeting for a combined rehearsal, once before the Mass. All the hard work paid off as the choirs blended to create a beautiful sound during the Mass.

On Friday 27 July Mercy Music was honoured to lead the music for the Mass of Thanksgiving for Archbishop Denis Hart. Archbishop Hart has led

the Catholic Church in Melbourne for 17 years. The College felt very privileged to take part in such an important Mass. The students from Mercy College and St Peter’s sang beautifully, enhancing this special celebration.

The music students were led by Miss Michelle Walker from Mercy College, Mrs Elizabeth Kietner, from St Peter’s, Mr Vas Clementine and Mr Nelson Graham from Catholic Education Melbourne.

Information CentreElizabeth Moore and Anne GirolamiYear 8 Genre Reading ChallengeHave you ever read a poetry book? A short story? What about a historical fiction novel? A number of year 8s can now say they have! All Year 8s participated in the inaugural Year 8 Genre Reading Challenge House Competition. The aim was for students to read widely and to be exposed to genres that they may not have read before. This competition commenced on Tuesday 5 June and concluded on Friday 27 July. This was a period of eight (8) weeks. Students needed to read at least four (4) books with each book from a different genre.

Students could choose from sixteen (16) genres. These were Biographies/Autobiographies, Family & Relationships, Humour, Fantasy, Picture books/graphic novels, horror, classics, magazines, science fiction, historical fiction, short stories, mystery/crime, romance, real life, non-fiction and Poetry. Congratulations to the following students who handed in not just one record card but a second COMPLETE record card. This means that they read at least eight (8) genres over the challenge: • Riana Zamora 8C • Belinda Superba 8B • Chloe Chaoud 8B • Tiana Marchio 8B • Rhea Soans 8A • Sandra Korkes 8B • Jasmine Hamwi 8B • Pontif Janjamruen 8B A very special acknowledgement to two students, Geraldine George 8B and Makayla Murray 8B, who read ten (10) and nine (9) genres respectively. This is an outstanding achievement!

The students received ten points for every book read. They were required to read a minimum of four in order for their reading to be counted. They received an additional ten points for each record card handed in. If students read a 5th book they received 15 points, a 6th book 20 points etc with the number of points increasing in 5 point intervals.

The final results were as follows… 1st place - Kane (1,015 points) 2nd place – Frayne (675 points) 3rd place – Thecla (550 points) 4th place – Marian (540 points) 5th place – O’Hea (345 points) Congratulations to Kane on their triumphant win!

Well done to all students who participated. Make sure you keep reading as reading truly is an essential skill for life.

Thank you to the Year 8 English teachers who supported this competition. The Information Centre Team was pleased to be able to offer an extension to the reading program.

Information CentreElizabeth Moore and Anne Girolami

Information CentreElizabeth Moore and Anne Girolami

Year 7 ‘one million words reading quest’On Tuesday 31 July the launch of the second ‘one million words reading quest’ for Year 7s took place. This is a competition whereby 7A, 7B and 7C are asked to see if they can read one million words, each, within six (6) weeks!

Students are required to: • read at least three (3) books • read at least one from a nominated list of Australian Young Adult • read other books of their choice which can include: • one picture story book • anime • poetry book • list the book’s details on the official Record Card • have their reading signed by their English teacher or Teacher Librarians each time a

book is finished • lodge their completed card with any member of the Information Centre Team • collect a new record card if students wish to read more than the three (3) designated books.

All Record Cards need to be lodged by Friday 7 September. The winning class will be announced on Tuesday 11 September. Happy Reading!

Year 7 to 12 Chess Tournament It was a bright and sunny day when we departed for Marcellin College, Bulleen, on Monday 6 August. We were all very hopeful and nervous for the competition ahead. We had been practising every Friday for the past few months and were raring to go.

The Team comprised: Aishah Arif 7C Emily Gaffy 7A Bridie Lier 7A Katherine-Dawn Manalo SMG1 Anna Marchio 7C Elissa Mirabelli 7C Melissa Perera 7A Jannah Sabbouh 7A Frida Westaway 7A

Over the course of the day, we played in seven (7) chess matches. Some of us also had friendly matches with other competitors in between the games too! It was an incredible learning experience to see how other people from different schools played.

Overall, we won thirteen (13) points, with all of us winning at least one game! We made new friends from other schools and had such a blast. Thanks to Mercy College for allowing us to participate in this amazing competition. Katherine-Dawn Manalo Year 12 Chess Captain

Chess Club Anne Girolami

Advanced MathsMaria CarinciWhat’s happening in Advanced Maths? Year 9 Advanced MathsOn Monday 4 June, the Year 9 Advanced Maths class went to Latrobe University for a CHOOSE MATHS day run by the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute(AMSI). AMSI is working to empower students, particularly girls, to pursue careers in mathematics. The program consisted of four activities that the girls rotated through as well as seeing what university life looked like.The activities were: 1. Made by Maths - an app that you can download with mathematical walking trails including Latrobe University 2. It’s Hailing Number - an exploration of numbers called the Hailstorm Sequence 3. Into the Fourth Dimension-a geometric activity to try and build a four-dimensional object using three-dimensional equipment 4. Crowd Sourcing Data - a statistical analysis of how data can help us make good predictions. A fun day was had by all the girls and we were also given a yummy lunch! Year 10 Advanced MathsOn Friday 3 August, the Year 10 Advanced Maths class went to Ivanhoe Girls Grammar for a GIRLS IN STEM day run by the Mathematical Association of Victoria MAV. The half day program showcased Women in STEM careers such as the Chief Scientist for the Bureau of Meteorology, Civil and Mechanical Engineers, an Architect, an Economist, an Aerodynamicist for Ford and even the CEO of the Breast Cancer Network Australia. These women all told their amazing stories of how Maths and Science got them into the career they are in today and how they love what they do. One of their key messages was: Do the highest level of Maths and Science at school that you can do as it will be much easier getting into university even if you have no idea what you want to study. A final quote from one of the engineers was, ‘The world is full of problems waiting to be solved!’

Careers @ MercyVicki Harvey and Ellen Ryan

Tertiary Pathways Expo The Tertiary Pathways Expo was held at Mercy on 9 August. The aim of the afternoon was to give Year 10, 11 and 12 students the opportunity to speak with University and TAFE representatives in order to explore future career directions and possible courses and pathways available. The Year 12 students attended at lunchtime to look at courses, prerequisites and pathway options for 2019. The Year 11 students attended during period 5 and Year 10 students attended during period 6. The aim was to see with their VCE/VCAL/VET subject selection, possible courses and prerequisite subjects they may need to consider when making this choice. The tertiary providers who attended the afternoon were Australian Catholic University, RMIT, William Angliss, LaTrobe University, Kangan Batman TAFE, Melbourne Polytechnic, University of Melbourne and Victoria University/TAFE. Unfortunately Monash University, Deakin University and Swinburne were unable to send a representative.

CareerNews Please take the time to read CareerNews HERE. In this fortnight you will find information on: • VTAC • applying for courses, SEAS and scholarships • choosing tertiary courses • University of Melbourne Update • preparing for a career as a flight attendant • Open Days • Career Focus: Marketing Officer

Careers @ MercyVicki Harvey and Ellen Ryan

Year 12 and VTACIt is the time of year when the Year 12 students have to start making the decision as to what to do in 2019. Do they wish to go to University, attend a TAFE, enrol with a private provider, engage in a GAP year or enter full time work. It is important to remember that whatever a student decides is always the opportunity to revisit their decision and to make a change.

The Career Advisers at Mercy College are here to support the students and their families in the decision making process. They will be meeting with each student, at least once, but as many times as each student needs, throughout Term Three. We can also assist with SEAS and scholarship applications, preparing personal statements and meeting any of the selection criteria. Students are advised to email the Career Advisers to make appointments Ms Ellen Ryan: eryan@mercycoburg.catholic.edu Ms Vicki Harvey: vharvey@mercycoburg.catholic.edu.au

In the next few weeks the Career Advisers are presenting information sessions to students and parent/guardians about VTAC. These sessions will give an overview of the process, SEAS and scholarships and what to expect. We look forward to seeing parent/guardians at the Beyond Year 12 Parent/Guardian Information session presentation.

VTAC Information Presentation Sessions for Year 12 and their Families at Mercy College • Student Information Presentation Monday 13 August periods 5 and 6 • Beyond Year 12 Parent/Guardian Session, Wednesday 22 August at 7:30pm in the Community Hub

A Few Important Dates to Note in Your Diaries • VTAC opened for course applications 6 August • VTAC closes for timely course applications 27 September (5pm) $36 for current Year 12 students • VTAC closes for late course applications 2 November (5pm) $105 for current Year 12 students • VTAC closes for very late course applications 7 December (5pm) $136 for current Year 12 students • Payment deadline all other course offers in Jan 2019 19 December (12 noon) • Payment deadline for early international current Year 12 offers in December 2018 11 December (4pm) • SEAS applications open: 6 August • SEAS application and supporting documentation 12 October (5pm) • Scholarships through VTAC open: 6 August • Scholarship application and supporting documentation: 12 October (5pm)Further dates can be found at:http://www.vtac.edu.au/dates.html All Year 12 students at Mercy College have been given a VTAC Year 11 and 12 Guide which aims to help students research tertiary courses and lead Year 12 students through the application process. An electronic copy can be found at: http://www.vtac.edu.au/files/pdf/publications/2018_year_11_and_12_guide.pdf

VTAC are presenting a free webinar information session for parent/guardians and students, covering all aspects of the application process. This webinar is hosted by the CEAV. When: 7pm on Wednesday 15 AugustMore information and registration is available at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/applying-for-tertiary-study-in-victoria-free-vtac-webinar-tickets-48724413031

Publications on the VTAC website: http://www.vtac.edu.au/publications.html

Careers @ MercyVicki Harvey and Ellen Ryan

Vocational Education and Training (VET)Vocational Education and Training (VET) allows students to include VET within their senior secondary certificate. VET certificates are nationally recognised training from either accredited state curriculum or national training packages which may contribute to either VCE and/or VCAL certificates.

How Does VET Work?A VET program is usually made up of Units of Competency and Structured Workplace Learning (SWL). (i) Unit of Competency - delivered by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) (ii) Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) - involves an employer accepting a student on a week block basis, enabling the student to demonstrate acquired skills and knowledge in an industry setting. During the work placement, a student will have specific tasks to undertake in order to demonstrate competence. They will be regularly monitored and may be assessed on the job by their trainer.

Contribution to VCE: Some VET subjects may offer scored assessment and provide a study score which contributes to the ATAR, while others contribute an increment. In relation to VET subjects that do not have scored assessment and hence a study score; as of 2019, students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence may be eligible for a 10% increment towards their ATAR (10% of the lowest result of your primary four scaled studies).Please note the student must already have English and three other fully scored VCE/VET subjects to create the primary four.

Contribution to VCAL: A VET program contributes to the Industry Specific Skills Strand and may also contribute to the Work Related Skills Strand of VCAL. What VET Courses Can Students Choose?At Mercy College we try to assist a student to do an external VET subject that is either in their field of interest and/or can assist in their future career pathway planning. When choosing a VET subject students are asked to speak to the Pathways Coordinator, Ms Vicki Harvey, who will endeavour to source the VET subject that best suits. There are a few considerations to factor into the decision such as: • VET subjects need to be offered on a Wednesday • the time the course is offered • travel time and distance from Mercy College • ability of students to make their own way to the venue and then home once the subject finishesVCE students can only do an external VET subject that is offered Wednesday afternoons. VCAL students can do an external VET subject that is offered all day Wednesday or one that is offered Wednesday afternoons.

Please note: Year 11 students selecting a VET subject may be required to attend a compulsory VET information session. Please see Ms Harvey for further details related to specific courses

Careers @ MercyVicki Harvey and Ellen Ryan

VETThe IMVC invites students and parents/guardians to aaend a VET Expo on 2019 VET in school courses. This inaugural exhibiion showcases over 40 courses available to students. It is a great opportunity to increase awareness of course content and pathway opportuniies.

We have over 15 training providers in aaendance at various informaion booths and formal presentaions on some of the courses, being held at the following imes:

EXPO

Date: 16th August, 2018

Venue: Melbourne Sports & Aquaic Centre Champions Room 30 Aughie Drive, Albert Park

Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Information will be available on the following VET Courses• Accng• Allied Health Assistance• Animal Studies• Applied Fashion• Automocve • Aviacon•• Bricklaying• Carpentry• CISCO• Civil Construccon• Community Services• Dance• Design Fundamentals•• Dual Hospitality• Early Childhood Educacon & Care• Electrotechnology• Engineering• Equine Studies• Events

• Furniture Making• Horcculture• Informacon, Digital Media and Tech• Integrated Technology• Interior Decoracon Retail Services• Kitchen Operacons •• Laboratory Skills• Music• Musical Instrument Making• Outdoor Recreacon• Plumbing• Princng and Graphic Art• Retail Cosmeccs•• Screen & Media• Small Business - Drones• Sound Produccon• Sport and Recreacon• Tourism

MSAC Car Parking guide:Entry to the Aquaccs Mulc-Deck car park is via Albert Road and Cecil Street. The first hour of parking is free, then $5.20 flat rate. Payment can be made at pay stacons within the venue or via credit card upon exit.

The 2019 VET Expo on VET in school (VETiS) courses is an ideal opportunity to find out all about VET courses in one space. This exhibiton showcases over 40 courses available to students. It is a great opportunity to increase awareness of course content and pathway opportunities. Date: 16 August 2018 Venue: Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre Champions Room 30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pmIf you have an questions related to VET and/or possible options please contact the Pathways Coordinator, Ms Vicki Harvey.

Salena Yousif and Christina Hermez are Year 11 students who are currently undertaking CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services (incorporating CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services). During the Term Two holidays they completed their mandated Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) at St Vinnies in Brunswick.

Hello everyone my name is Christina Hermez and I’d like to talk to you about my structured work placement (SWL) at Vinnies in Brunswick. I did my SWL during the 2nd week of the Term 2 holidays.

On my very first day I was very scared. It wasn’t that hard to get there as my mum dropped me off at Bakers Road where the tram starts. It was about a 20 minute tram ride and it stopped right in front of the store. I thought I’d make no friends because everyone was a lot older than me, but as soon as I went there everyone was kind and welcoming. My job on the first day was to organise the new clothes that come into the store in their section and I had to make sure I colour coded them. It was something I’ve never done before, work with clothes and I actually enjoyed it. Another thing I did was to put the prices on the clothes with a special machine. I had never used anything like it before and I got scared at first but then I got used to it. I was allowed to have as many breaks as I wanted, but I just took one each for an hour each day. The next day I got to sit behind the counter and use the register. That was actually my favourite part because I was used to the register because I have a part time job. My favourite part was welcoming the customers and just being kind to everyone, a lot of the customers were very kind and would always have something nice to say to me as well as about the store. I always had a co-worker beside me helping me with everyone and answering all the questions. They were extremely kind to me and we have great conversations. I was getting really used to waking up in the morning and getting ready to get there. It was a really fun week and I’d like to volunteer if I have any free time.

Alumni PresidentDiane PsailaAlumni greetings!

This newsletter features the vivacious and talented Miss Annie Driver who graduated from Mercy College in 2015.

A journey in its first steps of exploration, however a story to share in its testimony of inspiration in making the most of opportunities that come your way.

Mercy College is still a major part and influence in Annie’s life. In addition to her continued tertiary studies, involvement in musicals, both on stage and behind the scenes, Annie works part time as an Education Support Officer at Mercy College nurturing her ambition to help students to achieve their best. Without further ado, the show must go on! Lights! Camera! Action!

Annie, what musicals did you participate in when you were a student at Mercy College?

Throughout our time at Mercy, my best friend Tania Ragusa and I also worked alongside one another in the school musicals, both playing lead roles in Hairspray and All Shook Up! What is one highlight of your College years, besides your involvement in musicals? I was a member of the Student Executive Team of 2015 and appointed as College Co-Captain. My friend Tania as Performing Arts Captain. Annie, what has been your involvement in the upcoming one time musical event, hosted by Parade College -Encore 21– Saturday 25 August – Athenaeum Theatre - celebrating 21yrs of school musicals?

There have been a series of steps to put the Encore 21 show together starting with each participant outlining past involvement in musicals and years: choreography, roles on stage and backstage. At an information session I met other people of past musicals who I haven’t seen for years! I emailed a snippet of my past performance in a musical choosing my solo piece of “Fools Fall in Love” from All Shook Up. It was fun reminiscing!

Full steam ahead now attending rehearsals and possibly helping with choreography. A fascinating feeling to be celebrating 21 years of successful musicals and demonstrating that Performing Arts is a beautiful way to tell a story, showing an amazing range of talents. Having only been a part of Parade’s 21 years of musicals for a short amount of time, I’m proud to be involved! Please support us and come to the show! Tickets https://hotshow.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=PARADECO18&v=ATT To read more of Annie’s intriguing interview click HERE

Drama Caitlin Lamont

Mercy and Parade College proudly present....

‘The 39 Steps’

Richard Hannay is at a London theatre, attending a demonstration of the remarkable powers of ‘Mr. Memory’, a man with a photographic memory, when a fight breaks out and a shot is fired. In the ensuing panic, he finds himself holding a frightened Annabella Schmidt, who talks him into taking her back to his flat.There, she tells him that she is a spy, being chased by assassins out to kill her. She claims to have uncovered a plot to steal vital British military secrets, implemented by a man who is the head of an espionage organization called ‘The 39 Steps’.

DIRECTORCAITLIN LAMONT

PRODUCERNATASHA NICASTRI

ASSISTANT PRODUCERSKATHRYN DUNSTAN & MICHAEL DONATO

From the movie of Alfred HitchcockAn Amateur Production By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical, on behalf of Samuel French, Ltd.

ADAPTED BY

Patrick BarlowFROM THE NOVEL BY

John Buchan

PARADE COLLEGE & MERCY COLLEGE PROUDLY PRESENT

TICKETS AVAILABLE ATwww.trybooking.com/VNRZ

ADULT $15

CONCESSION $10

FAMILY $45

THURSDAY 3OTH AUGUSTFRIDAY 31ST AUGUST

SATURDAY 1ST SEPTEMBER

7:30pm

RIVERGUM THEATREParade College, Bundoora

In the Community

EFM Health Clubs Coburg is the Best Club in Australia!

Over the last 6 weeks your local club competed against all the clubs in Australia; and last week they were crowned as champions making them the #1 club in Australia.

It culminated with a train the trainer session and was themed after our club the

“Coburg Convicts”, hence my dress ups for the occasion.

Come and join in the fun and see why we are the best club in Australia with the best coaches to enable you to achieve your goals.

John 0432 037 781