Christ The King

Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself,

taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form, he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death— even death on a cross.

Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,

to the glory of God the Father . (Phil 2: 5–11).

27th November, 2012

Reflection

Shared Stories Last Tuesday a group of students led by Paul Butler travelled to Star Of The Sea College in Brighton, for the launch of this year’s Shared Stories anthology. Shared Stories is an anthology of writing and artwork done by students across twelve Melbourne schools, including CRC Melton. This year’s special guest speaker was Najaf Mazari a former Afghan refugee and now a successful businessman and co-author of the best selling book, The Rugmaker of Mazar-e-Sharif. Congratulations to all students and staff involved in Shared Stories.

Bishop Santo’s Visit Last Thursday, CRC Melton hosted special visitors from South Sudan including Bishop Santo Lako, Monsignor Roko Taban , Fr. Samuel Akock and Deacon George Piech Meat. The purpose of their visit was to make a connection between the church in Australia and the church in Southern Sudan. The Bishop met with staff, and addressed a Year 7 Assembly before engaging in conversation with several of our Sudanese students. He spoke with staff and students about the current situation in Southern Sudan and especially encouraged the students who have come to Australia from Sudan to work hard as they have so many opportunities in Australia. He invited us to visit his country in the upcoming years, so watch this space!

SACCSS Awards In what was an exceptionally busy week, the SACCSS Annual Awards ceremony was held at CRC North Keilor. Our record breakers in Swimming and Athletics were among the many awards presented to CRC students in front of the large audience present from 13 schools. Swimming: 4x50m Medley Relay: Jamie Salmon, Jesse O’Rourke, Emily O’Rourke, Anna-Marie Denton – 2:27.69 (previous 2:29.45) 14yrs 50 m Butterfly: Emily O’Rourke – 32.53 (previous 32.73) Athletics: F 17-20yo 1500m Annika Miesen - 5:02.57 (previous 5:09.91) F 17-20yo 800m Annika Miesen - 2:28.09 (previous 2:34.24) M 16yo High Jump: Hayden McIntyre - 1.84m (previous 1.83m) Event Champions: Junior Golf: Best Pair- CRC Melton Tom Crawford, Connor Lees Best Individual Male Golfer - Tom Crawford Girls AFL - Senior Player of the Series - Ashlee Mills Senior Soccer - Player of the Series Div. 2: James Maher The John Landy Sportsmanship award is a prestigious award given to the two most outstanding sportspeople of the year (for each College) regarding teamwork, sportsmanship and contribution to the overall spirit of the competition. John Landy Sportsmanship Awards: Jake Schembri and Renata Blanco. Congratulations all! Mark Sheehan Principal

End of Year details Friday 7th of December - Activities Day This day is the final day for students. All Year 7-9 students will attend an Activity Day outside the College. The expenses for this day have been paid through the transport levy. Tuesday 11th of December - Orientation Day On this day, we welcome all the Grade Six students who will be attending our College next year. Year Nine Peer Support Leaders will work with these students during the afternoon. Wednesday 12th of December - Awards Night at 7.30pm This is a very formal occasion where we recognise excellence in our students. Hence, all students are to be in full school uniform including the blazer. Students will not be allowed into the ceremony unless formally dressed. Please avoid any embarrassment by ensuring that your child is in the correct uniform. In the past, parents have become agitated when their child has not been allowed in the hall as a result of not following instructions. Bishop Santo’s Visit

Sacramental Program Enrolment for 2013 - St. Anthony’s Parish Melton South. Catholic families who live in St. Anthony’s Parish are invited to enrol current Year 1 children upwards to prepare for the Sacrament of Confession; current Year 2 upwards for Holy Communion or current Year 4/5/6 upwards for Confirmation. Catholic Baptism is a prerequisite. Preparation classes will be held on Saturday afternoons during February/March, 2013. Enrolments are to be finalised by November 30th, 2012 and will be taken after weekend Masses. For details / Appointment Contact: Sr. Patricia Ph: 9747 9692 (please leave a message) or email: meltonsouth@cam.org.au “Strategies Supporting Adolescents to Eat Well” Year 7 & 8 students and families are invited to participate in a Deakin University research study involving adolescents and/or their parents, each completing a short survey. Surveys examine perceptions about how easily different strategies aimed at improving adolescent eating habits could be adopted and preferred ways of accessing nutrition information. The surveys can be completed at your leisure. For further details please refer to the Adolescent and Parent Recruitment Packs distributed during class. Please post completed consent forms to the researcher by FRIDAY 30th NOVEMBER, 2012. If you wish to receive another Recruitment Pack, or if you have any questions, please contact Lena Stephens between 9am and 5pm Mon–Tue on (03) 9246 8696, or Mon–Fri via email: ldas@deakin.edu.au. Year 7 Premier League Girls Netball Congratulations to the Year 7 Girls Netball team for defeating Salesian College in the Premier League Grand Final.

Year 11 Biology Excursion On Monday October 29, the Year 11 Biology students attended an excursion to the Werribee Open Range Zoo. The purpose of the day was to gather data and information about the grassland ecosystem including: the various environmental factors affecting it; threatened species within this habitat and what can be done to save these species; adaptations evident by the different animals viewed on the safari tour; as well as some sightseeing. Our students were very excited to get out of the classroom but remained focused on the task at hand. They were engaged with the Zoo staff and were able to apply the knowledge gained in the classroom to a real-life ecosystem in action. Students returned with a broader understanding of the various interactions that occur within ecosystems, and they have quality information to use in their final SAC for Unit 2 Biology. Thank-you to the staff who attended and helped with the organisation and running of the day. Finally, the students are to be congratulated on representing the College so well and for making their teachers proud. Lauren Prout Science Coordinator and Biology teacher World Youth Day 2012 The World Youth Day gathering is in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in July next year. The College, along with the Archdiocese of Melbourne, is keen for a CRC Melton student to attend this amazing gathering of young Catholics. The CEOM group will be staying with other WYD pilgrims under 18 years of age, not with the ‘young adult’ group, aged 19-25. The students will be housed separately at a hotel on Copacabana Beach where the WYD activities will take place. Teachers from Catholic schools will accompany student pilgrims with a staff /student ratio of 1:7 in place.

The dates for the groups travel are 21-30 July 2013. Students currently in Year 10 at the College are welcome to apply for this sponsored place. The estimated cost per student is $6,000 of which the selected student is required to raise $2000.

Students will be required to fill out an application form and discuss in an interview why they wish to attend World Youth Day. Application forms are available from the Year Level Coordinator, Ms Jovanovic & Faith Development Coordinator, Mr Coates.

Changes to the Secondary School Immunisation Program The Department of Health immunisation website

has a new fact sheet titled Immunisation information for parents of school-aged children available at www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation/factsheets/immunisation-school-aged-children.htm and also attached to today’s email.

The new fact sheet is replacing the previous fact sheet Immunisation information for parents and Secondary School immunization - parent information.

From 2013, the HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Vaccination Program will include both boys and girls in Year 7. Additionally, a time-limited catch-up program will be provided to Year 9 boys only in 2013 and 2014.

From 2013, the course of hepatitis B vaccine will no longer be offered as a school-based program. Most children entering Year 7 in 2013 will have had the course of hepatitis B vaccine as an infant. Information will be communicated to parents via an information card that will be distributed to all Year 7 parents with the other immunisation consent cards provided by local councils.

For more information and fact sheets about vaccine preventable diseases go to www.health.vic.gov.au/immunisation

2012 Term 4 November 28th Year 11 Exams Year 10 VCAL Work Experience Year 10 Exams 29th Year 11 Exams Year 10 VCAL Work Experience Year 10 Exams 30th Year 10 VCAL Work Experience Year 10 Exams Year 9 Exams December 3rd Year 9 Exams Jump Start 2013 4th Year 9 Exams Jump Start 2013 5th Year 9 Exams Jump Start 2013 6th Jump Start 2013 7th Term 4 Classes conclude Year 7 - 9 Activities day

Calendar 2012 Term 4 November Wednesday 28th 6.30pm - 7.30pm A. Peacock M. Salvatore G. Thiele N. Woods December Wednesday 5th 1.00pm - 2.00pm J. Barbara L. Fawcett Tuesday 11th ORIENTATION DAY 10.00AM - 12.00 J. Johnson A. Watson D. Day C. Arthur 12.00 - 2.00pm S. Theuma T. Davine M. Suttie

Uniform

St. Dominic’s Parish St Anthony’s Parish Parish Priest: Parish Priest: Fr. Michael Moody Fr. Fabian Smith Weekend Mass times: Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 6.00pm Saturday: 5.30pm Sunday: 9.00am & Sunday: 8.30am & 11.00am 10.30am St Bernard’s Parish Parish Priest: Fr. Brian Glasheen Weekend Mass times: Saturday: 6.30pm Sunday: 8.30am, 10.00am

Mass Times

Homework Club is held every Wednesday in the Library from 3.30pm-4.30pm

Homework Club