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News @ the MountMOUNT CARMELCARITA SITE T DI G NASEdition 1212 August, 2021FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICALRefer to page 4MOUNT CARMEL COLLEGEBelonging Diversity Excellence RelationshipFrom the PrincipalDear FamiliesMary MacKillop chose to make adifference to the society in which shelived in the 19th Century by educatingthe poor and helping them build a lifethrough faith and understanding. Weacknowledge with deep gratitude theworks of the Sisters of Saint Joseph ofthe Sacred Heart.St Mary of the Cross MacKillopOn Sunday 8 August we celebratedthe feast of Saint Mary of the CrossMacKillop, the founder of the Sistersof St Joseph. The Sisters establishedMount Carmel Primary School (OurLady of Mount Carmel Parish School)and Mount Carmel Girls School (MountCarmel College).While we celebrate a rich legacy andtheir significant impact on Australiansociety, that commenced over 150 yearsago, we also recommit ourselves to theJosephite charism. Just as Mary did, wetoo are also called to make a differencefor our times, with a spirit of generosity,open to the changing needs of societyand prepared to stand with people.Unfortunately we couldn’t have ourusual whole school mass and carnivalstyle celebrations on Friday, but westarted the day with a lovely liturgyand after lunch we had class activitiesto celebrate the feast day and then theawards for best costumes, from photossubmitted by students.Through the example of Mary MacKillop,May we learn to recognise God’s will forus and trust in God’s providence.May her life and service be a light to ourpath,Awakening in us a deep respect for thosewho suffer and a passion for justice.May we share in her courage, see withher vision, and love with her heart.“Never see a need without doingsomething about it”. “We must teachmore by example than by word”Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillopCOVIDA big thank you to the whole Collegecommunity for their continuedsupport of the South AustralianCOVID-19 restrictions over the pastweek.Continued on page 2.In this issue.From the Principal. 1Diary Dates. 2Student Absences/Late Arrivals. 2Important Information. 2From the Deputy Principal. 3Year 8 Awards. 3Year 8 Japanese Recital. 3Footloose: The Musical. 4Western Technical College. 5Future Pathways . 6Community Noticeboard. 7A Catholic co-educational Years 7-12 secondary school in the Josephite TraditionCampus: 33 Newcastle Street, Rosewater SA 5013 Postal address: PO Box 35, Port Adelaide SA 5015T: (08) 8447 0500 E: mcc@mcc.catholic.edu.au www.mcc.catholic.edu.au

Diary DatesFrom the Principal ws - 1pm Dismissal10Student Free Day24Tem 3 endsWe will continueto advocate goodhygiene and hand washing, carefor others, and good learningregardless of circumstances. Asalways, the health and wellbeingof students and staff remain ourpriority.Further dates are availablefrom our website atwww.mcc.catholic.edu.auCESA LLL SurveysBy the conclusion of Week 5 ofTerm 3 all Catholic Schools inSouth Australia will completethe CESA Living Learning LeadingSurveys. The surveys are aTERM DATES 2021:Term 1: 27 Jan - 9 AprTerm 2: 27 Apr - 2 JulTerm 3: 19 Jul - 24 SepTerm 4: 11 Oct - 3 DecBe a person of hope to others.John Konopka, PrincipalImportant Information.Like us onFacebook!Year 10 Meningococcal B ImmunisationsStay up to date with all the latestMount Carmel College newsand events!A reminder that Year 10 students will have their Meningococcal B injection onWednesday, 25 August 2021.Visit us atwww.facebook.com/mccadelaideand click ‘Like’.Students must arrive at school on time this day to ensure they receive theirinjection at the rostered time. Also, it is crucial that students eat a solid breakfastin the morning to avoid any potentially immediate side effects from theinjection.StudentAbsences/Late ArrivalsYear 10 students who own a PE uniform are asked to wear this to allow thenurses administering the injection easy access to the upper arm. If you do notown a PE uniform, please wear a singlet or t-shirt under your shirt.When a student is absent or goingto be late, parents should notifythe school by 9am on that day bytexting the Absentee Line on 0438368 846 (SMS) or phoning (08)8447 0500. You will need to statethe following:NAME OF CHILDYEAR LEVELREASON FOR ABSENCE eg If lateapproximately what time will yourchild arrive etc.If you require further information, please contact Anna McKay on 8447 0532.Credit Online Payment Scheme ChangesQUICKSTREAM (Westpac) closing 30/9/2021 – FAT ZEBRA (National Australia)commencing 1/10/2021.For parents/guardians using Quickstream currently, I will be contacting youshortly to acquire your credit card details (securely) to enable transfer on tothe new system in alignment with your current payment schedule, ensuring asmooth transition from one system to the next.A medical certificate is required ifa student is away for more than 3days. For any planned extendedabsence, a letter to the Principal isrequired to explain circumstances.2collaboration between Catholic EducationSA and Curtin University and are focussedon the development, validation and useof system-wide surveys to examine theunderstanding of the vision and the extentto which Catholic Education SA’s LivingLearning Leading Framework is takingplace in schools, as perceived by students,family and staff. All parents should havereceived an email with information abouthow to participate in the parent survey.You are welcome to contact me should you have any concerns with thesechanges and arrange an alternative payment method if you wish to not useFat Zebra.Kind regardsVirginia Reimann, AccountantMCC News @ the Mount - Issue 12, 12 August 2021

From the Deputy PrincipalGod of the Dreaming, you showyourself to us in dreamers, seers,and prophets.We thank you for all those who,like Mary MacKillop, have helpedus to see the possibilities for ourcountry and its people. As westruggle to realise our dreamsfor a just, compassionate world,may we witness to our world thetrue meaning of fair play andcare for the oppressed. Help us touphold the importance of spiritualrealities. We pray that we willcherish particularly, the gifts of theindigenous peoples of our lands,and those new to our shores.Teach us that, in the richness andstrength of our diversity, lie ourpossibilities for becoming one.AmenSubject Selection ProcessDuring the past week we have spokento students during their PastoralCare sessions about the process forselecting their subjects for next year.This is an important process for anumber of reasons. Firstly, it meansthat students are taking control oftheir own learning and are makingdecisions about what that mightlook like in the future. Secondly,the choices that students make willinfluence our timetabling and staffingfor next year. These decisions needto be made over the next month,therefore, we ask that students thinkabout their choices very carefully.Live, Learn, Lead – Student SurveysOn Thursday all students willcomplete the Catholic Education,South Australia – Live, Learn, LeadSurvey duringtheir pastoral caresession. This survey willmeasure the student perception ofschool performance against the LLLstandard. The Living Learning LeadingFramework gives us a foundation forunderstanding what we do at MountCarmel College – who we are, whatwe value and how we partner with ourfamilies to ensure our students thrive.At the heart of our framework is ourcommitment to our students and ourunderstanding of all people – we seethem as ‘thriving people, capablelearners, leaders for the world Goddesires.’If there are any questions about anyaspect of this survey, please contactthe College.Jon Cenko, Deputy PrincipalLast week we had the pleasure of presentingsome of our Year 8 students with anAward for their outstanding achievementsduring Semester 1. These awards included‘Academic Excellence’, ‘Excellence inApplication’ and for ‘Highest AcademicResults’. Congratulations to all students whohave received an award this week.Year 8 Japanese Recital CompetitionThe winners of the Year 8 Japanese Recitalcompetition (run by the South Australian LanguageTeachers Association) are: Rose Vu (1st place)Kurt Caitor (2nd place)Bethany Clough (top 10)Benjamin Khuu (honourable mention)MCC News @ the Mount - Issue 12, 12 August 20213

Footloose The Musical2020 brought to Adelaide unprecedentedchanges to the way we live our life – namely a“no dancing” ban for over 5 months. I barelysurvived. This made me remember the 1984film, “Footloose” and I immediately knew whatmusical I wanted to bring to life this year.around us, when what we really need is to let go. to thank the MCC Artsteam for the many hoursThe play opened on Broadway in 1998 and ranthey have spent creating,for 709 performances. It received four Tonyteaching, inspiring;Award nominations. The musical adheres toPedro Ferreira, Athenathe film, which is based somewhat on eventsKapetanos and Claudia Whitten – we wouldthat took place in the small, rural and religiousnot have achieved so much without yourBased predominately on the hit movie, the play community of Elmore City, Oklahoma.amazing commitment to our students. Also ais the classical story of youth, rebellion andhuge shout out to the Design and TechnologyThe story resonated with me as we slowly begun team for letting us raid their supplies; Andrewromance. The musical drama pits rebellioushigh school students against repressive parents, to unpack it in rehearsals, and what I originallyJudd for organising and loading the transportthought would be a fun, light-hearted comedy,and liberal big cities against conservative smallfor our set and costumes; John Lawson,revealed itself to be a deep and moving drama.towns. When Ren McCormack moves fromKatrina O’Malley, Rebecca Footner, BiancaOur talented and dedicated cast have risen toChicago to a rural Midwestern town, he findsLe Mura, Alana Dichiera, Joseph Stevens andthat dancing and rock music, two of his greatest every challenge, and I am astounded by theirTania Sparapani for their technical supportenergy and commitment. I am also proud of our backstage; Celina Bolding and Suzannepleasures, are banned. He sets out to rescind,past graduates and staff who have come backas well as break, the ordinance while earningSullivan for their help Front of House; and ourand joined our “Footloose” team, proving to me ensemble’s parents for the support at homethe admiration of his high school classmates.once again, how these artistic experiences create that guides our students in understanding“Footloose” is a musical filled with love, heart,lasting effects on our students.the importance of these special, uniqueand open youthful energy, something that weexperiences.can all use a bit of in our sometimes challenging Productions of this size and magnitude wouldnot happen without the support of our Mountand adult lives. It is a story about dancing,I hope you enjoyed our production ofCarmel Community. Parents, friends and staffbut it’s also about a family and a town that is“Footloose,” and understand that for manygrieving a great loss. It’s a story about how fear have all supported this musical in a variety ofof our performers, this is their first time onways, but I would like to take this opportunityand grief can cause us to control the thingsstage. And for some, their last (maybe) withMount Carmel College. So much emotion,nerve and talent!Don’t forget to “CUT LOOSE!”Lisa Bartemucci, Arts Coordinator4MCC News @ the Mount - Issue 12, 12 August 2021