Mr Thomson’s Year 3 class presented their Assembly on Friday 13 March on the topic of the College’s FIRST values. They took the time to explain what it means to value Faith, Inclusion, Respect, Service and Truth, and presented a song to demonstrate each one.
Mrs Thomas’ Year 2 class worked on creating a Harmony board this week in anticipation of Saturday’s Harmony Day.
They read a story together and then each student completed a design to represent their uniqueness.
Harmony is about recognising each other's gifts and talents and thinking about how to work in a harmonious and collaborative way, as inspired by the Gospel.
Remote Learning could soon be a reality for many adult carers as nations act to implement strategies in the prevention of COVID-19. The daunting task of establishing new routines and schedules, whilst juggling work responsibilities, could prove to be disruptive and challenging for families and schools.
On Wednesday 4 March, our ‘ballers’ headed to Bunbury to participate in the ACC Basketball Championship Carnival for the South West Pool. The players were keen to get involved and expected some very challenging games from Georgiana Molloy, Frederick Irwin, Foundation and Bunbury CC.
The 7-9 Junior boys had great success in their matches, managing to showcase the skills they have developed over the past few weeks and finish undefeated on top of their pool.
Coronavirus is an evolving international health concern. Around the world, people are being affected in many ways. Individuals of all ages from numerous nationalities are being diagnosed with the virus –– it doesn’t discriminate. Although children are considered at lower risk of infection, they are not immune to the multitude of news reports regularly seen or heard in the media.
Well that’s a wrap for our 2020 Swim Carnival and what amazing days they were in their own way. The Year 5-8 Carnival atmosphere was electric with House spirit and competitiveness on display at all times. The Senior Carnival also proved to be a great success with some fearsome performances from our ‘dolphins’ in the pool, and colourful entertainment to remember.
Head Boy Lindsay Ward and Head Girl Katie Shepherd attended this year’s JJAMM Student Leadership Conference last month with Head of Ministry, Bernice Roche. They visited many areas around Sydney and Kincumber where Mary MacKillop worked, as well as viewing the impact of recent bushfires and floods in the region.
During the holidays, two students from our Student Council were invited to participate in a community panel discussion that centred around the viewing of a documentary called ‘The Need to Grow’. This award-winning documentary brings together inspiring stories from different walks of life, and explores the opportunities and struggles of challenging the status quo with real world solutions.
2019 graduates from St Mary MacKillop College once again produced some excellent results, with a 100% VET Achievement and eleven students obtaining an ATAR over 90. With a median ATAR of 83.15, these results position the College as the highest ranked regional school in WA, and 30th overall across the state.
It’s no secret that the end of school can be a huge source of anxiety for both students and parents alike. Studies have shown that over 40% of final year students suffer from high-level anxiety or stress, with some even suffering from depression.
It is important to prepare a student’s brain for success.