The MacKillop Weekly Update

🔔MacKillop College Reminders

Industrial Action – Latest Update from CDC Victoria 13/6/25

We have received confirmation from CDC Victoria that the planned industrial action for Tuesday, 17 June 2025 has been cancelled. However, industrial action remains scheduled for Monday, 16 June 2025.

What This Means for MacKillop College Families

• Monday, 16 June 2025:
  • Industrial action will proceed.
  • The Harpley charter bus route will NOT operate.
  • All other school and public transport buses will run as normal.
• Tuesday, 17 June 2025:
  • Industrial action has been cancelled.
  • All bus services, including the Harpley charter bus, will operate as usual.

If your child normally uses the Harpley charter bus, please make alternative transport arrangements for Monday, 16 June 2025.

For the latest updates on public bus routes, please check the Public Transport Victoria (PTV) website or app.

If you have any questions, please contact the CDC Victoria depot on 9977 9977.

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General Achievement Test (GAT) – Tuesday 17 June

All students completing VCE, VET or Unit 3/4 students will sit the GAT on Tuesday 17 June in the Tenison Woods Centre.

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VCE Music Night

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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End of Semester One & Term Two Arrangements

We would like to clarify the upcoming key dates and arrangements for the remainder of Semester One and Term Two.

Key Dates:

• End of Semester One: Friday, 20 June
• Start of Semester Two: Monday, 23 June
• End of Term Two: Thursday, 3 July
• Staff Professional Learning Day: Friday, 4 July (No classes for students)

Why does Semester Two start before the end of Term Two?
It is common practice in many schools, including MacKillop College, for Semester Two to commence before the end of Term Two. This approach provides students with a valuable head start on the second half of the academic year and allows for a smooth transition between semesters.

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Feast of the Sacred Heart Friday, 27 June – Casual Dress Day

Following the success of our Term 1 Casual Dress Day in support of Caritas Project Compassion, our Term 2 Casual Dress Day for staff and students will be held on Friday, 27 June by gold coin donation. All proceeds will go to the Vinnies Winter Appeal.

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Year 9

Special Transition Afternoon – Friday 20^th June

All Year 9 Main Campus students will participate in a special transition afternoon at the St Mary’s campus. This event is designed to help students become familiar with their new environment and ease the transition process.

Conversely, students from the St Mary’s campus will be involved in a transition to the Main Campus, supporting them with organisation and ensuring a smooth start to their second semester studies.

The event will take place on Friday, 20th June, beginning at 12:00pm. During this time, students will engage in a variety of activities and tours to explore the St Mary’s campus, meet staff, and connect with fellow students.

After a fully catered BBQ lunch—including sausages, veggie burgers, and gluten-free bread—students currently studying at the St Mary’s campus will travel to the Main Campus. There, they will meet their Homeroom teachers, be allocated a homeroom and locker, and prepare for the start of the new semester on Monday, 23rd June.

The day will be known as: Muyong buluk ngarrgee (Boonawrong word for song, dance, and celebration).

Students are required to wear the full school college uniform and bring a snack, laptop, water bottle, pencil case, and paper.

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Year 10

Morrisby Profile

As part of our Year 10 students’ preparation to select their Senior Pathway over the coming weeks, all Year 10s undertook the testing to create a Morrisby Profile earlier this term. This Profile will support their future career planning. To assist you in being able to support this process the following link will take you to a video where our careers Counsellor, Mr. Fraser Stehn, will take you through the Morrisby Profile.

https://vimeo.com/1086627912/084c51611b?share=copy

We hope this information and support will assist you in having crucial conversations with your child about their future aspirations.

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📹 In case you missed it!

 

 

 

 

 

Very talented MacKillop College staff member, Mr Michael Wilson created an amzing video that captures the energy, passion, and talent of the cast and crew of our school production ‘Chicago Teen: Edition’.

📅Upcoming Camps, Excursions & Events

Camps & Retreats

June 19-20: Year 12 Outdoor Ed Camp

Excursions (outside class time)

June 17: SACCSS Junior Boys Football

June 17: SMC ACMI (9 White)

June 17: Year 10 Coaching & Leadership (Westgrove P.S Athletics Carnival)

June 18: Senior Girls Football (Round 5)

June 19: Year 7 Premier League (Semi-Finals)

Events

June 16: VCE Unit 1 Exams Conclude

June 17: GAT (No Year 11 & 12 classes)

June 18: Year 8 Subject Selection Assembly (Period 3) (Auditorium)

June 18-19: Unit 1 classes – Exam Feedback

June 20: SMC Reflection Day & Year 9 Transition afternoon

June 20: Unit 2 classes begin for Year 11 students

June 20: Year 10 Subject Selection Assembly (Period 1) (Auditorium)

June 20: Year 11 Subject Selection Assembly (Period 3) (Auditorium)

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Jobs @ MacKillop

Arts & Design Assistant – Applications close Friday 27 June, 2025

We are looking for a highly organised and practical person to work alongside our dedicated team of arts and design teachers. To be successful you need to be an enthusiastic and positive role model, and someone who thrives in a creative environment, enjoys working with young people, and has a hands-on approach to supporting art and design in action. You’ll be a trusted part of the arts and design team that encourages curiosity, celebrates student voice, and fosters a sense of pride in every artwork and creative design. This is a dynamic and highly valued role, suited to someone willing to learn, who can take initiative, and thrives in a busy environment.

For further information – https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Arts-and-Design-Assistant-1.pdf

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Looking Ahead

Thursday 3 July, 2025  – MacKillop College Careers Subject Selection Expo 

Keep an eye on Operoo this week for information on the new-look Career & Subject Selection Expo to be held at MacKillop College from 6.30pm-8.30pm. Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 students and their families are invited to come and meet with over 30 exhibitors and to attend a session that will provide you with information to help you make informed choices on the next stage of school journey.

MacKillop Old Collegians Association 2025 reunion dates:

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Community news

St Andrew’s Parish – Parish Renewal Program

The Program is an ideal opportunity to reflect on the importance of the parish and will encourage all parishioners to “review and renew” their commitment to engagement in parish life.  The Program will be conducted over three weekends:

• Saturday 14 & Sunday 15 June – Launch Weekend
• Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 June – Engagement Weekend
• Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 June – Commitment Weekend

Here is a link to the St Andrew’s Parish Renewal Program brochure: Werribee_eBook