IMCC Newsletter 23 Friday, 9th August 2019

Feast of Saint Mary MacKillop – 8th August Yesterday, 8th August, was the Feast Day of Australia’s first Saint, Mary MacKillop. Her life was an inspiration to many people, including Sr Irene McCormack. This Sunday, 11th August, students and staff will attend the 9.00am Mass at St Andrew’s Parish Church to celebrate this special occasion. Our students will be actively involved in the Mass and provide a sausage sizzle for parishoners after Mass. All members of our College community are invited. Mary MacKillop’s parents migrated from Scotland and Mary was born in Victoria in 1842. She was the eldest of eight children. Mary started work at the age of 14 to support her family. At the age of 18 Mary moved to Penola in South Australia and commenced educating local children. Mary MacKillop, together with Rev Julian Tenison Woods, founded the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart, affectionately known as the ‘Josephites’ or ‘Brown Joey’s’. She was a teacher, and attracted many teachers to the order. In 1867 Mary became the first ordained Sister of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Sr Mary, with the help of many others, established schools in most Australian states, including St Joseph’s in Trayning where Sr Irene spent her childhood. Mary MacKillop’s life story and legacy is a model of faith, commitment, dedication, perseverance and longevity to live out her dreams and aspirations.

School Climate Survey This term, the College will undertake a School Climate Survey. Staff, students and parents will be invited to answer an online survey aimed at gathering data regarding the College climate. This refers to the quality and character of school life, including the values and expectations that a school accepts and promotes, and therefore the environment that dictates whether the staff, students and parents feel safe, welcome and respected. In Week 5 (beginning Monday, 19th August), parents will be sent a link via email which will invite you to participate in this survey which will remain open until Friday, 13th September. It is hoped that all parents will value the opportunity to provide feedback to the College via this online web-based survey, which will cover a wide range of topics. The College can provide after-school computer and internet access for parents who wish to complete the survey, but do not have the necessary computer and internet access at home. Please contact Mr Matthew Byrne, Assistant Deputy Principal Year 9 at the College, to make suitable arrangements if you need assistance in that regard. All students will also complete the student version of the survey whilst at school.

Parish Weekend Mass Times Clarkson Parish St Andrew’s Catholic Church Parish Priest. Fr. Dariusz Basiaga Tel. 9407 7512 Email. standrewsclarkson@gmail.com Saturday 8.00am, 6.00pm (Vigil). Sunday 7.30am, 9.00am, 5.30pm.

Yanchep & Lancelin Pastoral Area Parish Priest. Fr. Augustine Puthota. Tel. 9561 2172 Saturday 6.00pm (Vigil) at Yanchep Community Centre. Sunday 8.00am Guilderton Community Hall. Sunday 9.45am, 33 Gingin Road, Lancelin.

Feast of the Assumption - Thursday 15th August This coming Thursday, at 11.00am in the Paul Rafter Centre, our College community will gather to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption. All parents are welcome to join us. The Feast of the Assumption celebrates our Christian belief that God assumed Mary, the Mother of Jesus into heaven, body and soul. This means she is fully with her son in heaven. This belief has been celebrated by the Church since the 4th Century, however in 1950 Pope Pius XII ruled that this widely held and celebrated belief was to become official doctrine of the Church. This belief places Mary with God, in heaven, but also affirms her place as our Mother, with us spiritually and able to intercede on our behalf to her Son, Jesus Christ. Hence when we pray to Mary, we honour her response to God and her special place in the Church.

Fair Game Australia

Fair Game Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that utilises recycled equipment and educates on the safe and effective use of these items, while inspiring participants to be active through different forms of activity.

Through the provision of recycled sporting equipment, fitness and education, Fair Game aim to reduce the risk of lifestyle-related disease, build social cohesion and improve mental well-being.

This program recycles sports equipment and clothing from individuals, schools and organisations and donates them to under-serviced communities, including remote Indigenous Communities such as Billiluna and Jigalong, as well as delivers a range of he alth education sessions.

Over the last semester, Year 7 Dunlea students helped facilitate the donations of sporting equipment from staff and students at the College. The Year 7 students were asked to speak to their Care Groups to encourage donations, display posters, keep a log of all donations and encourage students to write special messages on the equipment they donated.

Staff and students at the College donated 184 items which is an amazing achievement. Fair Game was extremely grateful and touched by all the special messages on the equipment donated. A big thank you to all who donated and the Year 7 Dunlea students who facilitated the donations.

Mr Jeremy Carbone Religious Education Teacher

Interhouse Athletics Carnival

On Thursday, 8th August students, staff and parents enjoyed the College Interhouse Athletics Carnival in near perfect weather conditions. Several new College records were made on the day. A full report with photos will feature in next week’s McCormack Messenger. Mr Ben Dyer Head of Sport

Year 10 Commerce and Law: Just Start IT Gala Final On Monday evening, 5th August, two amazing teams pitched their concepts at the Just Start IT Gala Final held at Penrhos College. Consignment Collective: Samuel Archibald, Dylan Clements and Jayden Hill. Swift: Ben Baxter, Harrison Hewling, Lado Laki Wani, Ben Uncanin and Dan Wessling.

Consignment Collective pitched their amazing idea of a consignment store which authenticates genuine goods. Swift pitched their fabulous concept of an Uber for hair and makeup. Numerous attendees complimented their brilliant performance to a panel of judges and roomful of guests. Although they were not the overall JSI Final winners, these students were unbelievably good and in my biased opinion, were the best. Mrs Mery Jones History and Social Sciences Teacher

Semester One Languages Awards Two Languages competitions were held in Semester 1: Languages Week and the Western Australia Championships. The following students worked hard to achieve an Education Perfect Award. Congratulations to the following students: Gold Award Lucy Abbott Riley Lowe Erin Seeds Laura Balyuk Silver Award Abigail Watson Jack Atyeo Dylan Claydon Mademoiselle Cat Harrison Languages Coordinator

Japanese Exchange Students

A group of 17 Japanese high school exchange students from Fukuoka City in Southern Japan, visited Perth from 24th July-1st August, many of whom stayed with our students and their families. While visiting the College for three days, the Japanese students attended several classes, as well as visiting Yanchep National Park with our Year 9 Japanese course students. A few tears were shed when they said farewell to each other last Thursday morning. Several students have shared some of their experiences below.

Bronze Award Anya Solaz McGann Lucy Abbott Ellis Damerell Joel Hazzard Luke Lamacraft Mia Conroy Jayden Nazzari Brohdey Van der Vlught Arsanious Kousa Credit Award Sienna Sutton

My Homestay Experience (by Merryn Temple, Year 9) Having a Japanese student stay with me for a week was a wonderful experience. My students’ name was Momoka, and she is from Fukuoka, Japan. Together we experienced and learned about each other’s cultures, and practised speaking both languages. We took her to a few popular places in Perth, like the Aquarium, Fremantle Markets and Hillary’s Boat Harbour. We also did a few favourite things of mine, going to the beach with friends (Lexie and her student, Sakino), taking my dogs to the park, and ice-cream at Baskin Robbins.

Momoka and I quickly became good friends, and got along well with each other’s friends. She came to a few of my classes and was exposed to some new experiences, like playing musical instruments. We spent most nights watching movies in English (some she had seen before, some she hadn’t), playing board games, doing jigsaw puzzles and planning for us to see Tokyo together. It really was a brilliant learning experience for my whole family and I would definitely do it again. Excursion to Yanchep National Park (by Lisa Carosin, Year 9) On Tuesday, 30th July, our Year 9 Japanese class students spent the day with the Japanese students visiting Australia. The excursion took place at Yanchep National Park. Students were able to explore the preserved limestone caves 11 metres underground. The Japanese students also got to see the native animals such as koalas and kangaroos, and discover Aboriginal culture. All the students, especially the Japanese students, were amazed to see the animals in their natural environment and learn about the history, tools and dreamtime stories of the Noongar people of Western Australia. It was a valuable opportunity for our students to interact with the Japanese students, and put into practice the Japanese language we have learnt. Excursion to Yanchep National Park (by Shori Nagayoshi, Japanese Exchange Student) I went to Yanchep Park with the Australian students. I was able to see various animals and learn about the indigenous people in a fun way. It was very fun to interact with Australian students. Mr Maurice Bonarrigo Japanese Teacher

Catholic Performing Arts Festival Week 2 of the Festival saw our vocal students perform solo pieces at Zenith Music, Claremont, on Tuesday, 6th August. Students from Years 7-10 performed a variety of styles throughout the day to an enthusiastic audience. It can be extremely difficult to perform a solo piece, so we applaud all students who had the courage to perform and to do it well. The Years 8, 10 and 12 Rock Bands performed on Tuesday evening at Prendiville Catholic College. The three bands showed a great amount of energy and talent. The audience was very well entertained. This week we received notification that our Guitar Ensemble, who made their debut at the Festival last week, received a Certificate of Merit for their performance. Congratulations and well done to all ensemble members.

The Festival runs until early September at various locations around Perth. Tickets for all events can be purchased at the door except for the Junior Dance team, which must be purchased in advance. Dance tickets can be purchased by phoning 132 849 (toll free number) or online at https://premier.ticketek.com.au/, adults $25, Students $20. Please see the full list of admission prices including the Festival Concert at the Perth Concert Hall at https://www.catholicarts.wa.edu.au/resource/2019-venue-admission-prices/ Please see the list of events below. We look forward to seeing many familiar faces in support of the students.

Date Time Performance Venue

Monday, 12th August 6.30-9.00pm Swing Band Jazz Ensemble

Sacred Heart College, Sorrento

Thursday, 22nd August 10.15-1.15am Acoustic Guitar Solo

Zenith Music, Claremont

Thursday, 22nd August 1.00-2.00pm Drum Solo Trinity College, East Perth Thursday, 22nd August 6.30-9.30pm Junior Dance Team Perth Convention Centre

Tuesday, 27th August 9.15-10.10am 10.20-1.15am

Wind & Brass Solo Zenith Music, Claremont

Thursday, 29th August 11.30-12.30 Violin Solo Zenith Music, Claremont

Monday, 2nd September 12.05-1.05pm 2.05-3.05pm

Electric Guitar Solo Zenith Music, Claremont

Tuesday, 3rd September 7.00-9.30pm Barbershop 2108 Singers

Trinity College, East Perth

Wednesday, 4th September 10.00-11.00am 11.15-12.15pm

Piano Solo Zenith Music, Claremont

Wednesday, 4th September 10.45-11.45am Drama Solo Servite College, Tuart Hill Best of luck to all performers over the next month. Miss Kylie Malam Head of Performing Arts

Year 11 & 12 Food Safari On Wednesday, 7th August, the Year 11 Hospitality Class and the Year 12 Food Science class went on a “Food Safari” throughout the Perth CBD. Students were sent to nine various ‘on-trend’ cafés around the city to try a menu item. At each location, students were asked to complete a task and take a photo of their food or drink which captured the uniqueness of the café. The purpose of the excursion was for our students to gain real-life experience as a customer in various hospitality settings.

Thank you to both classes for their participation and for being fabulous ambassadors of our College. Thank you to Mrs Kennedy and Mrs Summers for attending the excursion on the day. Miss Rachael Thomson Home Economics Teacher

2020 Scholarship and Bursaries Congratulations to Nikkola Casey, the recipient of an Aboriginal Bursary. Nikkola was presented with a certificate as a momento of her achievement at East Butler Primary School assembly on Friday, 2nd August. Year 7 students Jasmyn Atherton and Dustin Uriarte, and Year 12 student Daniel Hazzard, joined Mr Marshall at the assembly and shared memories of their experience at East Butler Primary School, with students, staff and parents that attended.

2020 Specialist Music Applications Applications are still open for the Year 7 students to apply for the Year Specialist Music in 2020. The Specialised Music Course offers our College students a unique opportunity to further and develop their own identity and self-esteem and develop improved confidence. It offers a well-rounded, enjoyable and engaging school life. The application process for the course is as follows:

Wednesday 31st July 2019 Applications Open

Complete application forms and hand into the Performing Arts office

Wednesday 14th August 2019 Applications Closed

Audition Timetable emailed to parents

Wednesday 28th August 2019 Auditions

2020 Specialist Music Placement Letters to be posted

Application forms have been emailed to all Year 7 families. Application forms are to be handed in to the Performing Arts office (located in the Paul Rafter Centre) no later than Wednesday, 14th August, 2019. Additional application forms are available from the Performing Arts Office if required. We look forward to hearing the many talents of the Year 7 students in the coming weeks. Miss Kylie Malam Head of Performing Arts

Football and Soccer Academy Trials The Football and Soccer Academy Trials start next week: Football Trials on 13th and 21st August. Soccer Trials on 14th and 20th August. Students are able to make application for entry into any year level. Come along and join in. Miss Shawn Billam Soccer Academy Coordinator

Fun Fitness Friday Students and staff got the boxing gloves out this morning for a fun session including battle ropes, kettle bells and medicine balls. Come along and join in the fun next Friday 6.45am, followed by breakfast in the gym foyer. Miss Shawn Billam & Mr Kieran Parkes Fun Fitness Friday Coordinators

St Andrew’s Parish News

Upcoming Parish Events

Cake Sale 17th/18th August

Bingo Night 13th September

Quiz Night 26th October

Sausage Sizzle 17th November

Car Boot Sales 17th November

St Andrew’s Feast Day 24th November

Community News The Council for Australian Catholic Women (Perth) Wednesday, 21st August 2019, 6-9pm in the Staff Room Trinity College, 2 Trinity Ave, East Perth.

Re-viewing Women and the Bible: A Jewish Perspective

Invite women to join us and Rabbi Sheryl Nosan to “re-view” women and the Bible. The roles of women in the scriptures are varied and complex and include women as challengers, change agents, and as inspiration for those working towards greater understanding and equality of ministry. Light refreshments will be served 6.00-6.30pm. Parking is available and the Red & Yellow CAT buses travel to Hale Street. RSVP by 18th August. Email kerrymacfarlane2@gmail.com 93975988/0400 886 835

Mr Robert Marshall Principal