Newsletter

4 December 2020

From the Principal

Advent: The Journey has Begun

Last weekend we began our Advent journey - one of the key Church seasons. You will observe that the colour purple appears in church ceremonies signifying a time of change. In this COVID year we may think that we are well prepared for challenges and changes, however the Advent journey and Christmas story will be a welcome change to our 2020 year.

 I share with you the thoughts of Fr Kevin Bates who speaks about the meaning of the change God calls us to reflect upon in Advent:

Advent is with us once again and with it comes the call of John the Baptist to re-gather our energies, re-focus our plans, re-visit our hearts, re-engage with the wonderful story of salvation revealed to us in Jesus. The colour purple/violet appears in the Churches as a reminder that we are in a time of change, transition, that something is afoot here. There is a certain restlessness in the readings of the Advent. There is also a certain hope that things can at last change. There is a conviction that God is not done with us yet and that our conversion to the gospel is still possible.

In Australia, we are preparing to down tools for the summer holidays and to rest up a bit. This sudden burst of energy that emerges in the Liturgy, is a bit of a jolt that we may struggle to hear and heed. Having said that, we can also say that holidays are a good and appropriate time to reassess our lives and to take a good look at the things we might change in ourselves and among ourselves. When we are in a relaxed mode and not under the normal stresses of the year, we have the opportunity to listen a bit more attentively and to reflect a bit more deeply. The holidays can be an excellent time to enter again the story of salvation to see where we might next journey. Unlike the goldfish, and unlike those traditions whose worship involves a circle of life in which repetition is enough to fulfil one’s religious duties, we are called by God as each new season rolls around, to enter life’s mysteries more deeply, to live more lovingly, to forgive more whole-heartedly and to speak the truth more clearly.

The colour purple is a deep colour, indicating that the conversion in which we are engaged is something profound and powerful. Things really are shifting. We are indeed changing and embracing the call of John the Baptist to straighten out a few crooked roads, flatten a few hills, liberate the imprisoned bits of our inner and outer world and all the while we rejoice. We rejoice, because this is not change for change’s sake. This is all about seeking out and embracing a new way of being that is born of love and that finds its truest expression in love. It’s our chance to believe again that love can indeed be the energy that shapes all our decisions, all our relationships, all our hopes.  Preparing the way of the Lord is well within the reach of each of us. It’s what we are made for. It’s the project that will bring us the fullest imaginable joy and peace as God’s Word becomes born again in our time and through the quality of our love.

A purple ribbon, poster or decoration of some kind in our homes might provide a reminder through this Advent that we are readying ourselves for something wonderful to emerge in our midst. Happy Advent everyone.

Fr Kevin Bates

GALA Day is in the Air

One week to go and I can feel the anticipation and excitement of GALA Day approaching. At lunchtime, in the distance I hear the uplifting chorus of  the ‘Salva Regina’ as each House prepares their Year 7 group for their very first GALA Day. I also see our other year groups dancing and preparing their cheerleading extravaganza. It is amazing to see them in such beautiful choreographed sync. I warmly congratulate our Year 11 students for the earnest way in which they have prepared the junior students for GALA Day. In this COVID year of challenge, events such as these are even more important than ever for building community spirit and it is a great way to finish the 2020 year.

To manage the day we will be ensuring that our girls remain COVID safe with different year groups hosting the entertainment in face-to-face mode in the hall, while others will see it by live stream in their Tutor groups. This will be rotated throughout the day.

I wish all the Houses well in their preparation and look forward to seeing all the preparations and talents of our girls shine on the day!

  

Dr Anne Ireland, Principal

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From the Assistant Principal

Advent

As we enter the new Liturgical Year, we are reminded that the focus of Advent is not just on the incarnation but also on the glorious second coming of Christ. We are reminded to eliminate all the evils of sin and darkness and welcome Christ, the light. 

Next week the College will recognise the curriculum successes, sporting achievements and special College Awards for our Years 7-10 students recognising the many gifts and talents of these students. Unfortunately due to COVID-19 and the restrictions regarding large gatherings, the assemblies will be live streamed to all parents and caregivers. Parents and caregivers may view the assemblies via the links below: 

Academic Awards Assemblies - Wednesday 9 December

Year 10     https://youtu.be/P2EBmxJoQGw

Year 9       https://youtu.be/GuELku8OGKQ

Year 8       https://youtu.be/nYT6pFVsfUI

Year 7       https://youtu.be/8pmIUaA1XBg

End of Year Prayer Service & Gala Day Rehearsal - Thursday 10 December

ALL students are to wear FULL College Sports Uniform on this day.

  • 8.45am Students will attend Tutor Group

  • 9.00am End of Year Prayer Service

  • 9.30am House Assemblies 

  • Gala Day Rehearsals

On this day all students will be involved in Gala Day Rehearsals. Year 10 students will be involved in a slightly different program as their Gala Day videos will already be submitted for checking prior to this date. Led by the Year 10 Wellbeing Team teachers, Year 10 will be involved in a range of activities to celebrate the end of their junior schooling.

Gala Day - Friday 11 December

Gala Day is traditionally one of the most memorable days of our school year and is a celebration of all of our gifts. It is a significant community day showcasing our overall commitment, teamwork and comradery through such an inter-house competitive day. As such, Gala Day is a day where ALL students are expected to be involved and attendance on this day is compulsory. Again, on this day all students are expected to wear their FULL College Sports Uniform.

As a community we are grateful for the many blessings and gifts that we have received and Gala Day is an opportunity to celebrate as a College community. 

Ms Julie Bjazevich, Acting Assistant Principal

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Term 1 2021 Commencement Dates

From the Religious Education Coordinator

As we begin the new Church year and celebrate the first week of Advent, which means ‘coming’, we are invited to prepare for the coming of Jesus the Christ.

We mark each week by lighting one of five candles, the final one being lit on Christmas Day representing Christ as the light of the world.

All are invited to acknowledge the Advent journey through the Sydney Catholic Schools #iLight 2020 initiative.

Sydney Catholic Schools iLight 2020

To assist our schools, families and parishes in their preparation for Advent, all are invited to experience #iLight2020. The purpose of this initiative is to encourage participants to be a light in the darkness of a most challenging year.

SCS warmly invites you to journey towards Christmas as a wider Catholic community this Advent, by sharing this initiative.

#iLight2020 has three elements:

  • A  Jesse Tree resource, which invites families to count down the days until Christmas, drawing upon the Old Testament figures through to Jesus.
  • The SCS #iLight2020 webpage will bring to life elements of the Jesse Tree through symbol, prayer and song. This will allow space for both personal and communal encounter, capturing the spirit of Advent and Christmas. From December 1, you are invited to connect with the daily reflections via the SCS social media platforms, which will culminate in a Virtual Carols Night on 9 December, featuring selected schools from the Archdiocese. The countdown will feature both parish choirs and family groups.
  • The #iLight2020 Random Act of Kindness: Rather than spending money on things that don’t last, why not do something that creates a lasting memory like a random act of kindness and leave behind the #iLight 2020 logo without revealing who you are. Click here for slips you can cut out easily.

It is hoped that families will continue their personal reflections until Christmas, using the Jesse Tree resource.


 Miss Mary Kleist, Religious Education Coordinator

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Jesus said: ‘I am the Light of the World’.

I am a follower of Jesus and I have chosen to follow the Light.

Because I follow the Light, I have become Christ’s light.

iLight the world with the light of Christ.

Years 8 and 10 RE Test Results

The College has been informed that the certificates will be sent to the College for the students to receive their results in Week 9.

Archbishop Student Leadership Forum

On Friday 20 November, four House Liturgy Captains engaged in a Student Leadership Forum with Archbishop Anthony Fisher, along with other SCS schools. The theme of the forum was about Pope Francis’ encyclical 'Fratelli Tutti', translating to 'Brothers All’. The encyclical focuses on human ecology and the need for friendship and fraternity in a post-pandemic world. The Archbishop put clear emphasis on being divine lovers of humanity and Good Samaritans for those in need.

There was also a Q&A component where the students had the opportunity to ask any questions relevant to their lives. His Grace spoke about having faith, hope and love as main qualities of leadership, how to encourage more young people to attend mass, and ways that the Church is confronting environmental issues such as climate change. The forum was an enlightening experience for young leaders to develop values to ensure a more loving and cohesive society, and to live out the actions of Christ. 

Bianca Camroux, Claire Miller, Arielle Bonserio and Olivia Torre, House Liturgy Captains


Ms Jenny Vu, Youth Ministry Coordinator
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From the Assistant Religious Education Coordinator

Annual College Christmas Fundraising Appeal 2020

On behalf of St Vincents de Paul Society and the Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation, I would like to thank the students, their families and the staff of Marist Sisters’ College for all the generous donations towards the Christmas Appeal.  More than other years, 2020 has seen communities face unprecedented challenges and the contributions of the MSCW community will change the lives of many children and families this Christmas. 

This year, two service opportunities were provided to students to wrap donated gifts for the Baabayn Aboriginal Corporation and to pack all donations into boxes for collection. The response was overwhelmingly positive and demonstrated the commitment of students to live out their school motto, 'Goodness before All'.

If students are looking for opportunities to further engage in these service experiences, they are encouraged to attend Marists in Action Meetings throughout 2021.


Ms Katie White, Assistant Religious Education Coordinator

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From the Leader of Learning & Curriculmn

As the end of the school year approaches, the College congratulates a large number of our students for their tremendous success in the academic, cultural and sporting endeavours throughout the year. Many students are achieving results that will be recognised at our end of the Year Award presentations where students will  be congratulated for their efforts. It is important at the end of each year that some reflection of results via student reports is done so as to provide new goals for next year. I encourage both students and their parents to meaningfully engage in reviewing end of year reports with the view of setting achievable targets in 2021.

2021 National Schools Constitutional Convention

This week we recognise the outstanding achievement of Eleanor Albuquerque who has been selected to participate in the 2021 National Schools Constitutional Convention in March next year. To be selected to be a part of this nation wide event Eleanor was required to provide a written response to the question How has the Australian Constitution remained relevant during 2020?  

A panel of judges made up of representatives from NSW Department of Parliamentary Services selected only 30 students from across the state to participate in the National Conference.

This is a significant achievement for Eleanor and we look forward to hearing of her experiences and learnings from the National Conference in 2021 to be held in NSW Parliament. 

STUDY SKILLS TIP FOR DECEMBER – SWOT ANALYSIS

Reflection on Triumphs and Tribulations 

With the end of the year fast approaching it is a good time to reflect on your approach to school this year and what you have learnt from the challenges you faced. So as the holidays approach, take a moment to do a short SWOT analysis on your personal approach to school and learning. You may also like to discuss these questions with a teacher, parent or friend.

STRENGTHS:

  • What did you do well at school this year?
  • What subjects or topics were you good at?
  • What worked for you in your approach to learning?
  • What are you proud of achieving?
  • What new skills did you develop?

WEAKNESSES:

  • What were your greatest challenges in achieving your personal best at school?
  • What did you find difficult this year?
  • What skills do you feel need more work?
  • What areas of your approach did you struggle with?
  • When did you feel not confident about your ability to succeed?

OPPORTUNITIES:

  • What could you do to build your strengths and deal with your weaknesses?
  • Who did you encounter this year that might be able to help you on this journey?
  • What will be different about next year that will create opportunities to change?
  • What could you personally do differently in your approach to school next year?
  • What one thing could you change that would make the biggest difference to you being a more effective learner?

THREATS:

  • What are the biggest obstacles to you making changes in your approach?
  • Are there other students you sit with who make learning difficult?
  • What is stopping you from achieving the top marks you are capable of achieving?
  • What challenges do you face in staying motivated to do your work for school?
  • What challenges do you face in managing distractions and procrastination?

 

In these school holidays it is important for students to have a decent break, recharge and spend time with friends and family doing things they enjoy. Certainly, if students are weak in areas such as literacy or numeracy, some practice on a regular basis over the holidays would not go astray. It is essential however that Year 11 students allocate some time these school holidays consolidating the work from Year 11, ensuring study notes are up to date and they are organised and prepared for the challenges ahead in Year 12. All students may find it useful to complete some of the study skills units over the holidays, particularly on their areas of weakness.


Ms Melinda Alvarez, Leader of Learning & Curriculum

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A Word from the Counsellor

Top 10 Tips for Maintaining Good Mental Health

Coming to the end of a challenging year, I thought I would share the top 10 tips to maintain our mental health wellbeing, which I have adopted, from the Mental Health Australia website.

  1. Stay active - moderate exercise can include dance, walking, boxing, bike riding, skateboarding, ice-skating, surfing...get the heart pumping regularly. We know it improves sleep, helps our brain function more productively, and lifts low mood, with benefits similar to taking an antidepressant, this is now a fact not fiction.
  2. Eat well - how much food depends on your activity level, and if we respect our body, we should choose to be putting in premium fuel for premium functionality… lean protein with generous amounts of vegetables, salads, smaller amounts of carbohydrates and dairy, plenty of water, and limiting your sugar and alcohol intake.
  3. Connect with others - even during Covid it was possible to connect virtually, but is also showed the negative impact of limited personal connection had on us all, we now know the importance of hugs and again there is science to prove the importance of hugs on our mood levels...teddy’s and pets included, especially when we are isolated from human contact!
  4. What do you enjoy? Great, so do more of it...it might be meditation, knitting, painting, doing make-up or hair, dancing, reading, listening or making music, swimming, or cooking, watching a good series.
  5. Limit media use and only to trusted sources, if it doesn’t make you feel good, or increase your education or mood, consider why you are engaging with it.
  6. Keep a regular routine as much as possible including regular sleep, exercise, working times, personal/pleasurable times etc
  7. Sleep Patterns - A good night's sleep will lead to feeling more energised and improves our brain function, 7-9 hours is ideal on a regular basis. Disrupted sleep can wreak havoc with our ability to focus and function during the day, energy levels will be lower.
  8. Be kinder to yourself - we often are our own worst critic, instead, be your own best friend, encouraging, compassionate and understanding, there doesn't have to be right or wrong, there can also be, “it just is”
  9. Perspective - how we think, our thoughts, impact how we feel and therefore how we behave. We can’t always change or control or fix what is going on around us, but we can change how we respond to it, and how we respond to it is a choice that we can make, and  feel a little better in almost any circumstance, no matter how dire the situation.
  10. When it all feels out of control? Remember to breathe slowly, find support with friends, seek help from trusted adults, open up about how you are feeling, talk with a GP in the first instance or your school counsellor. We are here to help parents, staff and students.
Mental Health Australia leads the 'World Mental Health Day' campaign in Australia. As the peak not-for-profit organisation representing the mental health sector in Australia, Mental Health Australia has a focus on ensuring the whole community recognises the part we all play in creating a mentally healthy society: https://lookafteryourmentalhealthaustralia.org.au/about/


If you would like to discuss any mental health/parenting issues of concern, please feel free to contact one of the college counsellors; Becky Salter on Ph: 0435 659 694 rebecca.salter@syd.catholic.edu.au or Kellie Dargan Ph: 9816 2041  kellie.dargan@syd.catholic.edu.au

Ms Becky Salter, College Counsellor

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Virtual Art Exhibition

Art is one of the universal languages that all human beings understand and use to communicate. We use art to appreciate who we are, our places in the world, and the meaning of our lives. It allows us to express ourselves and to speak to others across time and place. Art enables us, for example, to "see" the world in different ways. Most students learn that art has a social as well as an aesthetic impact to communicate in ways that can be powerful. 

An art exhibition virtual or onsite always fits well within our curriculum, allowing students to look and respond to their own work as well as to work done by others. All students love doing art at school and the an exhibition is a great opportunity for them to show off their talent to parents, teachers and friends. An exhibition allows them to see their work come to life. 

For whether you are a viewer or an artist, an art exhibition is likely to increase self-esteem, promote a feeling of wellbeing and produce a consequential increase in the capacity to be an effective individual. 

A high degree of skill, knowledge, understanding and discipline is required to be able to synthesize imaginative and critical thinking, aesthetic sense, emotion and empathy to create an original work of art. These are wonderful skills to apply to all other areas of the curriculum. Further, by engaging both our intellects and our hearts, the arts cause us to explore other ways of seeing the world, to question, to wonder, to imagine and to identify sympathetically with the predicaments of others. Our inner world or spirit is nourished. 

For me, at the heart of the arts is creativity, imagination, thinking; the very faculties that make us human. Some may call it the soul, others the human spirit or others may refer to it as that of God in each of us. George Bernard Shaw put it this way:

“You use a glass mirror to see your face; you use works of art to see your soul .” 

So, we both congratulate the school and their teachers, of course, all the artists whose work is exhibited here and have much pleasure in declaring open the 2020 Virtual Art Exhibition.                  

To the Creative Arts Staff, Mrs Duke, Mrs Famularo, Ms Phillips and Ms Swan. 

Thank you for creating such a beautiful environment for our students to learn in which they were encouraged to express their own thoughts and opinions while developing their compass for Life.

Thank you for imparting your wisdom and knowledge and for inspiring students to do their very best.

Thank you for all your hard work in making sure the 2020 Virtual Art Exhibition is a success, especially during these challenging times.


Mrs Helen Landas, Creative Arts Coordinator
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Year 7 Visual Arts

https://video214.com/play/YZfGrHN2TZ7PdGcImJc0gg/s/dark

Year 8 Visual Arts

https://video214.com/play/p0vicwY1mzRMSv1GLgkg0w/s/dark

Year 9 Photographic & Digital

https://video214.com/play/lgYy0EXNkCywCPsi6C2HXw/s/dark

Year 9 Visual Arts

https://video214.com/play/001dWI3H2VQgtInhp11vuQ/s/dark

Year 10 Photographic & Digital

https://video214.com/play/RiuYFFqGdIg7NJQf46Nplg/s/dark

Year 10 Visual Arts

https://video214.com/play/FD5QAByqpLRYIby0IPKZ0w/s/dark

Year 11 Ceramics

https://video214.com/play/PsdhtMY7gMbLlhUhNzMvLg/s/dark

Year 11 Visual Arts

https://video214.com/play/K193N0jWRQC6ctZz03JAsg/s/dark

Year 12 Graduation Dinner

Jarnosse News

Time is ticking by for Year 10 and HSC: all my own work

Almost all Year 10 students have now completed the compulsory NESA program HSC: all my own work. These girls have been notified by email that they have nothing more to complete. Please congratulate your daughter if she is in this group.

If your daughter is one of the few who haven’t yet passed, please encourage her to attempt Assessment 4 this week. It is in her best interests to make an attempt while she still has another chance to do an assessment, and this is the last week she will be able to do so.

Students who have not passed an assessment by 30 November will be required to attend school, in uniform, on 14 December, for a seminar to assist them gain the understanding of the content NESA requires, and a final assessment.

If your daughter has problems or questions she should come into Jarnosse out of class times on Mondays through to Wednesdays and ask for Mrs Nelson.

Ms Celeste McNicholas, Leader of eLearning

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Public Speaking News

UN Youth Australia Speaking Competition: Grand Finalist

“Voice” is a unique public speaking competition that invites New South Wales high school students to solve real issues that affect our community, our country and our world. Whether it be homelessness, climate change, civil conflict or planned obsolescence. Voice asks students to think outside the box and put their design thinking skills to the test in order to develop innovative and creative, yet feasible, solutions to real world problems. The competition is split into two parts — the Pitch and Question Time.

This year two students took part in the competition to share their passion for Social Justice issues: Caitlin Neal-Bartier (Year 10) and Adelaide Kennedy (Year 7).

Adelaide continued onto the Semi-Finals which were held via Zoom on Monday 23 November 2020. 

Congratulations to Adelaide whose passionate speech on Refugee Rights saw her move forward to the Grand Final to be held at NSW Parliament House on Monday 7 December 2020. 

Ms Belinda White, Gifted and Talented Coordinator

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Newman Symposium 2020

Each year accredited SCS Newman Gifted Education Schools showcase the talents of our Newman students across Years 7-10. Covid restrictions prevented parents from coming onsite, so an innovative approach to share the gifts of students with parents, staff and the community needed to be created. Studies into gifted learners highlight their keen interest in social justice issues and authentic learning experiences, this understanding of gifted learners underpinned our approach to the symposium this year. 

Years 7 and 8 completed a group project in which they were asked to utilise skills and knowledge across all subject areas to create and promote new “Liveable Cities”. In addition to the practical implementation of a functional, well resourced city, they also needed to take into consideration sustainability and be considerate to the indigenous peoples and sacred sites of their chosen land. On 1 December 2020 students presented their proposals to Bec Ho, Manager of Place and Projects at Hunters Hill Council. She was impressed with the detailed research and extensive planning which the students conducted. Congratulations to the following Year 7 girls who were awarded winners of the “Most Liveable City”: Charlize Petracca, Angelina Sesar Pratelli, Alessia Riccio, Olivia Murphy, Yolanda Busetto and Isabel Chand.  

Years 9 and 10 were tasked with solving real-life business problems. Representatives from each company (Kimberly Clark, PricewaterhouseCoopers, Dementia Australia and Transport NSW) provided business problems which required students to address concerns including sustainable practice, working towards Indigenous Reconciliation, Civics and Citizenship and the contemporary workplace. The girls synthesised their knowledge and understanding from a range of subjects to develop comprehensive and persuasive proposals which considered both the financial, ethical and practical implementation of their solutions. Students zoomed into company representatives to present their proposals and were provided insightful and valuable feedback on their solutions. The professional representatives were all extremely impressed with the girls presentations and proposed solutions.

“the self assessment (SAGE) is a brilliant idea. As I said – and honestly mean it – some of our senior people should learn from the girls”  - Elina Bonwick (Senior Business Analyst, Dementia Australia).

Special thanks must go to the assistance of our professional representatives who have given their time voluntarily to support the girls: Bec Ho (Manager of Place and Projects, Hunters Hill Council), Elina Bonwick (Senior Business Analyst - Dementia Australia), Annelise Tregoning (Head of Communications, Kimberly Clark), Helen McGee (Global Tax Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers) and Maria Ratner (Director of Infrastructure and Project Finance, Transport NSW). 

Parents and the MSCW community will have access to all of the students’ work when the Symposium is uploaded on Tuesday 8 December 2020. 


Ms Belinda White, Gifted and Talented Coordinator

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Entertainment News

Who Wants To Be A Millionaire?

The Entertainment Industry class have wrapped up two weeks of their Who Wants To Be A Millionaire mini production. The task required students to follow a simulated production script and to create their own technical cue sheets prior to operating the audio, lighting and vision mixers. Students also had the opportunity to host the show and to participate as contestants. 

Over the next few weeks the Entertainment students will provide live technical support for the various end of year College award ceremonies and performances.

Mr Joel Richardson, Entertainment Industry Teacher

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Clothing Pool News

Now ONLINE through Flexischools

The Clothing Pool is now available ONLINE through Flexischools. Simply log into your account and select the Marist Sisters' College Shop - Clothing Pool Order tab on the home page. 

You will be directed to a page with all items available for sale, prices, payment method and delivery dates. Orders close each Wednesday at 4pm and items will be delivered to your daughter's classroom each Thursday. Should you miss the order cut off for the week your order will go into the next week's order cycle. 

If you do not already have an account with Flexischools simply go to www.flexischools.com.au and follow the steps to open an account.

Thank you to the parents who have kindly donated uniforms to the Clothing Pool over the course of 2020. Flexischools ordering will remain open over the holiday period and will be available for delivery to your daughters classroom Thursday 4 February 2021.

Sports News

CGSSSA Tennis

The MSCW Tennis team competed at the annual CGSSSA Tennis Championships on Monday 23 November.

Congratulations to the following students:

Junior Singles – Quarter Finals – Heidi Chaplin
Junior Doubles – 5th Place – Isabella Cicciari and Alexandra McKenzie

Intermediate Singles – Semi Finals - Sienna Chambers
Intermediate Doubles  – 4th Place - Jessica Wong and Lauren Bertie

Open Singles – 6th Place – Madison Mides
Open Doubles – 6th Place - Natasha Bertie and Natasha Vithana


Mr Daniel Watts, Sports Coordinator

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CGSSSA Volleyball

The Junior and Senior Volleyball teams competed at the annual CGSSSA Volleyball Championships held at Netball Central, Sydney Olympic Park.

The Junior and Senior Volleyball teams competed at the annual CGSSSA Volleyball Championships held at Netball Central, Sydney Olympic Park.

The Junior team were unfortunately beaten in the group stages. They came back with a very impressive win in the quarter final against Trinity. It was a tight match, with MSCW winning the first and a third tight set. Unfortunately, they could not replicate their great win in the Plate Final and finished third in their pool and sixth overall. The students are to be commended on their MSCW spirit, with many of them having never played volleyball before and improving significantly as a team throughout the day.

The seniors had a successful start in the group stages, winning two of their four games. They finished third in their group and progressed to the semi-finals. The Seniors played a great semi-final against Trinity. Unfortunately, the team could not put together a win, and they finished off fourth overall.

Again, well done to a team of students who have never played volleyball before!

Ms Maeve Hurley  (PDHPE/ Sports Teacher)

CGSSSA Water Polo

Junior Team

MSCW competed at the annual CGSSSA Water Polo Championship on Wednesday 4 November and this event allowed for the welcoming back of sport, versing a strong and competitive group of Schools.

The Junior Team played Santa Sabina in their tough first game. MSCW lost, but managed to score one goal against strong competition. The second game was against Domremy and again MSCW scored one goal; however, lost by two goals. The last game of the Championship was against Loreto, although MSCW went down by a number of goals, the team showed outstanding MSCW spirit throughout the match.

Miss Isabel Chand, Year 7 

Open Team

The Open Team made up of players from Years 9-11 and MSCW played a total of four games against rough and well-trained schools, enjoying every bit of this sporting opportunity. A high level of teamwork and enthusiasm was demonstrated as a result of their continuous positive attitude. The team relished every bit of the experience and had fun reuniting as a Water Polo squad.

Miss Sofia Watts, Year 9 

Oz Tag

Semi Finals

Junior                                                                        Open

MSCW 10 vs St Pat's 3                                         MSCW 3 vs St Pat's 0



Grand Finals

                                                                                                           Junior                                                                         Open

                                                                                                          MSCW 8 vs McAuley 1                                           MSCW 2 vs McAuley 5


                                                                                       

Cricket

Semi Finals

Junior

MSCW 0/39 vs McAuley 3/30

Open

MSCW 4/30 vs McAuley 1/32


                                                                                                           Grand Final

                                                                                                           Junior

                                                                                                           MSCW 2/41 vs McAuley 1/46

                                                                                                         


Mr Daniel Watts, Sports Coordinator

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Community News

Ryde Gladesville Catholic Parish - Christmas Masses

CHRISTMAS EVE

4:30pm - Children's Mass on the grounds of St Charles Primary School

6pm - Family Mass on the grounds of Holy Cross College (MIddle Oval)

7pm  - Vigil Mass at St Charles Borromeo Church

8pm - Vigil Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church

9pm - Vigil Mass on the grounds of St Charles Primary School

12am - Midnight Mass - St Charles Borromeo Church

CHRISTMAS DAY

8am - Mass on the grounds of St Charles Primary School

9am - Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace

10am - Mass on the grounds of St Charles Primary School

10:45am - Italian (spoken) Mass at Our Lady Queen of Peace

Covid 19 Restrictions:

Permit 100 people at indoor services with an overflow to be seated outdoors. Outdoor Masses seating will be on chairs or BYO picnic rugs.

BOOKINGS OPEN 7th December via our Website - www.rgcp.org.au go to either the OUTDOOR MASS button or the INDOOR MASS button to make your booking.  By pre booking you will be able to use the 'express lane' to enter the Church or the School grounds.

Walk ins are most welcome, Covid19 Contact Tracing via sign in or QR will be required before entry.

If you would like to Volunteer to help out at any of our Christmas Masses, please call our Parish office  029807 2966 or email us at office@rgcp.org.au

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call our Parish office on 029807 2966 or go to our website www.rgcp.org.au.