In this Issue:

Important Notices
The Arts News
Defence Club News
Library News
Information Technology (IT) News
FOMT News
Community News

Important Notices

Upcoming Pupil Free Days

A friendly reminder to our community that the College will be closed over the following days:

Thursday 25 April - ANZAC Day
Friday 26 April - Staff PD Day

We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday 29 April 2024.

2025 Indonesian Tour

We are pleased to announce our upcoming 2025 Indonesian Tour. The dates are 26 September – 2 October 2025. The tour will be open for current Year 8 – 10 students (Year 9 – 11 in 2025). View the tour information and apply today!

Uniform Shop

Please note our Uniform Shop has now returned to normal trading hours. Our normal trading hours are Tuesday and Thursday 8.00am to 12.00pm & 12.30pm to 3.45pm. The shop will be closed for ANZAC Day. Parents are invited to purchase uniform items from the shop during our opening hours or submit an online order, via Flexischools, using the link below.

Flexischools

For more information, visit: www.motherteresa.wa.edu.au/uniform-shop

The Arts News

Diving into Magic: ‘Disney’s The Little Mermaid' Production

The College is thrilled to share the resounding success of the recent College production of Disney's The Little Mermaid at Mandurah Performing Arts Centre. This underwater extravaganza left audiences enchanted and filled with praise for the talented cast and dedicated crew behind this magical journey beneath the waves.

One audience member expressed, "I had the privilege of attending your production, ‘The Little Mermaid’. It was absolutely fantastic. Congratulations to everyone involved. The costumes just brilliant. In fact, I couldn’t fault anything. It’s one of the best high school productions I’ve ever seen."

Such enthusiastic feedback highlights the dedication and excellence that went into crafting this unforgettable experience. Another attendee shared, "I was brought to tears more than once. The quality of the production is an absolute credit to all involved."

One of the standout performances hailed by attendees was Georgia Carter’s portrayal of Ariel, with a voice that enchanted the audience and brought the beloved character to life on stage. Ava-Addison Cheffins’ rendition of Ursula was equally praised for its depth and believability. She was well supported by Maya Eddington and Lucas Conway as Flotsam and Jetsam. Triton was expertly played by Harry Deacon, portraying the problems of parenthood to perfection. Kaelan Battersby as Sebastian was a high-spirited dynamo, while Year 8 student Payton Medcalf made a spectacular debut as an absolutely gorgeous Flounder. Lachlan Weeks was an audience favourite as an over-the-top, over-enthusiastic and loveable Scuttle. William Weeks charmed as Prince Eric, Liam Conroy was an efficiently efficient Grimsby and Ben Semler fires up a delicious cameo as Chef Louis.

Another audience member remarked, "The scenery, costumes, dancers, singers were all unbelievable. I cannot praise the show enough." This sentiment echoes that of many who were captivated by the seamless blend of music, choreography, and visual splendour that characterised this production. The dedication and hard work of everyone involved was evident in every aspect of the show, from the intricate costumes to the captivating set design and the stellar performances that transported audiences to a world of magic and wonder.

As we reflect on the success of ‘The Little Mermaid’, we eagerly anticipate the next College production. With such a talented team at the helm, there's no doubt that future performances will continue to dazzle and inspire audiences of all ages. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making ‘The Little Mermaid’ a resounding success. Your passion and creativity have truly made waves in the world of theatre.

Stay tuned for more updates and exciting news from MTCC Arts!

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Defence Club News

ANZAC Day

Mother Teresa Catholic College wishes to thank the many Defence Families in our community for their service and sacrifice this Anzac Day. We encourage families to pause and pay their respects to our service men and women. Details of local services can be found below:

ANZAC SerVices

Library News

Term 1 in the Library

In the last few weeks of Term 1, the students enjoyed finding out about St Patrick and celebrating the diversity of Australia during Harmony week and how Everyone Belongs. Year 3 – 6 students also contributed to a collaborative Harmony Day poster that can be seen in the Library windows.

In the last week the younger students went on an Easter Egg Hunt amongst the books to find the Library Chickens hidden in some special eggs. Book Prizes were awarded to students who found the special eggs. Book Club was also delivered last Term so we hope students enjoyed reading their awesome books over the Easter school holidays and thank you to parents and carers for your ongoing support. Issue 3 for Book Club has been distributed with some amazing deals on books so be sure to get your orders in through Loop before 6th May!

This Term, the students have been learning about the importance of ANZAC Day and the Year 1 students have designed some new uniforms for ANZAC Ted which are on display in the Library. Our Book Fair will be held in Week 4 in the Library and is fast approaching – more information on opening times will be sent out soon!

Happy Reading Everyone

Information Technology (IT) News

In 2024 your IT Department is:

Mr Johnny Ho - Team Leader of Information Technologies

Mr Johnny Ho joined the College in 2021 as the leader of the IT team. He has 15 years of experience in Catholic Education in Western Australia in various roles. Johnny is also a Digital Integrator, who helps teachers at the College use iPads to improve student learning. He teaches Digital Technologies to our Middle School students, covering topics like Augmented Reality, Coding and Robotics. In 2023, Johnny was welcomed into the Apple Distinguished Educator community as recognition of his outstanding work in this field.

Why did you decide to join our College community?
I heard great things about the Staff and Students were doing here at the College especially with the innovative use of iPads in the classroom for creativity and collaboration. I was also excited by the opportunity to work in a brand new School where everything needed to be set up from scratch.

What do you love most about working at the College?
The students! they are welcoming, challenging, constantly questioning and seeking answers. I love it when they get creative with the skills that we explore in our classes. The staff are some of the most resilient, adaptable and friendliest people I have ever met. Also I work with a high performing IT team.

Mr Anthony Damiano - Systems Administrator

Mr Anthony Damiano is the Systems Administrator at the College, a position he was appointed to in 2022. He joined the College in 2020 as an IT Technician, bringing his expertise and experience from his previous role at Corpus Christi College. Anthony holds an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and is a proud graduate of the CEWA system. He is passionate about providing IT solutions and support to the College community.

Why did you decide to join our College community?
I was ready for a new challenge and I was really interested in the opportunity to create things from scratch. In my previous role, I often had to maintain or improve what was already there. Here at the College, we have the opportunity to build solutions from the ground up.

What do you love most about working at the College?
Working with the Appleseeds student extra curricular group is a rewarding experience for me, as the students inspire me to enhance my learning skills. Also I really like the opportunity to build things from scratch because the College is so new.

Mr Jared Back - IT Team Member

A proud graduate of the CEWA education system, Mr. Jared Back joined the College in 2020 through the recommendation of several long-term staff members. He has demonstrated hard work and perseverance as he initially began with work experience, then moved to a part-time role in 2021 while studying, and finally to a full-time role in 2022 after completing his studies. When he is not at the College, he enjoys playing cricket, a sport he is passionate about and has competed in at various levels.

Why did you decide to join our College community?
I decided to become a member of the IT team after a rewarding time with my work experience in 2020. The positive atmosphere, coupled with the engaging challenges, resonated with my professional interests. When offered a part-time position, I accepted the opportunity enthusiastically.

What do you love most about working at the College?
What I love most about working at the College is the dynamic work environment that offers a fantastic variety of tasks. Every day presents new challenges, keeping me engaged and motivated. The interaction with students adds a special dimension to my work, as their enthusiasm and curiosity create a vibrant atmosphere.

Mr Samuel Tetlaw - IT Team Member

Mr. SamueI Tetlaw is a valued member of the College IT team, having joined in 2023. He has an undergraduate degree in Creative Media and a background in freelance video editing. Sam has worked on various projects, ranging from social media content to short films. He is skilled in using different software and platforms to create engaging and high-quality content for range of scenarios.

Why did you decide to join our College community?
I was drawn to joining the College's IT team due to my genuine passion for working with students. I was also excited by a role where I could blend my love for technology and problem solving with the rewarding experience of supporting the students' education.

What do you love most about working at the College?
Although I have only been here for a short time, I've felt welcomed and appreciated by the entire College community since day one! Each day brings new learning opportunities, and I've thoroughly enjoyed working with my fellow team members. My favourite thing about working at College is helping the students!

Mr Paul O’Brien - IT Team Member

Mr. Paul O’Brien is a recent addition to the College’s IT team, having joined in April of 2023. He started his career as a microbiologist, but later switched to the IT industry with a focus on the technical field. Before joining the College, he managed the service department of an IT provider that catered exclusively to education and corporate customers. Paul brings his diverse and extensive experience to the College IT team.

Why did you decide to join our College community?
I joined the College to expand my software skills and learn about remote device (iPad) management systems, which I find very interesting. I also wanted to work in the education sector and make a positive impact. The role at MTCC was the perfect fit for me, as it combined both my professional and personal goals.

What do you love most about working at the College?
Coming to work is always a joy for me, even on Monday mornings! I appreciate the support and camaraderie of my immediate colleagues. I love assisting people with their IT issues, especially the Junior School students who have the most creative excuses for their iPad problems. I never run out of tasks to do, whether it is helping at the Helpdesk or completing back office work. And I also have some luck here - I won four tins of beans in a raffle at the last feast day!

For any IT-related assistance at the College, feel free to reach out to us. You can contact us by email at it@motherteresa.wa.edu.au or by phone at 9591 7151.

You are also welcome to visit the Helpdesk, which is open from 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday during school days. We are conveniently located in the College Learning Hub.

FOMT News

Welcome back to Term 2. The first thing on our agenda this term is our annual Mother’s Day stall. As per usual, tickets for the Mother’s Day stall can be purchased through this link. Tickets are $5 per gift.

Mother's day Stall

All gifts are $5 each - you will need to purchase a ticket for the number of gifts you would like i.e. if you would like 3 gifts please purchase the ticket with 3 gifts. Junior students will be able to select their pre-purchased gifts from a stall on site during class time on Tuesday 7th, Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th May.

Please note: Students who wish to purchase gifts with cash, will only be able to collect these gifts on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday during recess/ lunch or after school at Senior Student reception.

Year 6 - 12 students will be able to select their purchased gifts from Student reception (recess, lunch & after school) from Tuesday 7th until Friday 9th May. Sales are open for Pre Kindy - Year 12 students.

Sales of Tickets/Gifts will close Friday 3rd May 2024 at 11pm.

This time, we have added a little bonus to purchase a $2 raffle ticket to go into the draw to receive the FOMT parking space in Junior School for Term 3.

Buy tickets