E-News
In this Issue:
Important Notices
Events
The Arts News
Technology News
Sports & Outdoor Education News
Christian Service Learning (CSL) News
Defence Club News
Community News
Important Notices
INVITATION - Mother Teresa Feast Day
The College and Parish communities are invited to celebrate our tenth year of Mother Teresa Catholic College at our special Feast Day Mass to be held at 9am on Wednesday 6 September on the Junior School Oval (weather permitting).
Also, on our Feast Day, from 1.15pm until 2.45pm you are invited to come to our ‘traditional’ Feast Day Mini-Fair - an afternoon of fun and fundraising for all, prepared and organised ‘By the Students, For the Students and About the Students’ in the grounds of our College.
Every year-level from Pre-Primary through to the secondary years, will present a stall or activity to be enjoyed by all our children and young people. Parents, Carers and Parishioners are most welcome to share the joy of our students and staff celebrating the Feast of our patron Saint, Mother Teresa of Calcutta.
Geri O’Keefe
PRINCIPAL
COLLEGE PODCAST - The Student Lounge
Episode 2: Our Principal
Join us for a special second episode titled 'Our Principal', hosted by Year 10 Student Ava. This episode offers an insightful chat with our esteemed College Principal, Ms. Geri O'Keefe. As we celebrate a decade since the foundation of Mother Teresa Catholic College, Ms. O'Keefe shares her cherished memories, reflecting on the journey we've undertaken together. Tune in to hear anecdotes, experiences, and the valuable lessons learned during her tenure. It's a candid exploration of our College's evolution and the unwavering spirit that has guided us.
Events
Madeleine King MP visits the College
On Wednesday 23 August, we were delighted to welcome Hon Madeleine King MP (Member for Brand, Minister for Northern Australia & Minister for Resources) to the College to meet with our Politics & Law ATAR students. Students had the opportunity for ‘question time’ where they asked a myriad of questions and gained a deeper understanding of Australia’s political landscape.
Topics included climate change, the accountability of the executive and Madeleine's journey from Shadow Minister to Minister for Resources and Minister for Northern Australia. Madeleine also spoke about her experience in school and work as a lawyer and political adviser before entering politics. We thank Madeleine King for taking the time to visit and for sharing her experience and knowledge with our students. We hope they have been inspired to pursue a career in politics and law!
Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady
Tuesday 15 August was a special Feast Day in the Catholic Church where we celebrated Mary, Mother of God, being assumed - body and soul - into heaven at the end of her Earthly life. This is a holy day of obligation, which means we are asked to attend Mass to celebrate the Eucharist, and give thanks to Our Lady. Our community came together to celebrate the Feast Day with a beautiful service at St Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Baldivis.
Sacrament of Confirmation Mass
On Saturday 19 August, our College community joined together at St Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Baldivis to celebrate students taking part in the sacrament of confirmation. Confirmation is the sacrament by which we receive a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Through confirmation, the Holy Spirit gives us the increased ability to practice our Catholic faith in every aspect of our lives and to witness Christ in every situation. The anointing of the candidate is a sign of confirming the gift of the Spirit, and calling the candidates to use these gifts to become involved in the life and mission of the Catholic Church and community.
We congratulate all students for participating in the sacrament of confirmation and we pray the Holy Spirit will empower our students in their faith journeys!
Junior School Athletics Carnival
Last week we held our Junior School Interhouse Athletics Carnival, split over two days: Thursday (Pre-Primary to Year 2) and Friday (Year 3 to 6). Our students had a blast and gave it their all in races, relays, team games and other athletic events. Students demonstrated excellent sportsmanship and encouragement for their peers. Thank you to the huge number of parents and supporters who cheered from the sidelines and even participated in our parent races. It was a fantastic two day celebration of athletics and we congratulate the champion house - KEP!
Indonesia’s Independence Day
On Thursday 17 August, Year 9 Indonesian students celebrated Indonesia’s Independence Day! They had a fantastic time celebrating the day during their Indonesian lesson.
Fun in Year 1
The Year 1 students have had a fabulous opportunity to learn in various ways over the past two weeks. We had the Constable Care Foundation visit to explore the subjects of road safety, warning signals our body may give us and our safety network, which linked with our Health and Protective Behaviours Programs. We then had the privilege of many parents and caregivers attending our ‘Belong’ Liturgy with Father Alexis.
On Wednesday 16 August, we went on a wonderful excursion to SciTech, which supports our Inquiry Unit ‘How does our Earth Work?’ Our Year 1 students loved going to the Planetarium Show and learning about the planets, stars, seasons, and weather in a very visual way, with some students commenting it felt like they were flying through space. Thank you to all our Year 1 Parent helpers who attended with us. We then finished on a high with doing our best in the Athletics Carnival! Our Year 1s have thrived in all these activities and they should be congratulated.
The Arts News
Angelico Art Exhibition Award Winners
On Monday 14 August, students attended the Angelico Art Exhibition Awards night at The Forrest Centre, accompanied by College Principal Ms Geri O'Keefe and Visual Arts teacher Mrs Marisa Cipriano.
We are very pleased to announce our FIVE award winners in the 2023 Angelico Art Exhibition. A big congratulations to the following award-winning students:
Grace Brooks (Year 6) - St John of God Healthcare Scholarship
Oliver Putland (Year 4)- 2nd Prize Two Dimensional Artwork (Years 3 to 6)
Praise Muguti (Year 5) - 2nd Prize Three Dimensional Artwork (Years 3 to 6)
Bella Mihyo (Year 7) - 3rd Prize Overall Winner (Years 7 to 10)
Year 6 Creative Arts - Group Submission Winner (Years 3 to 6)
Emily Sampson, Amy Lattimore, Isaac Berveling, Lucy Bray, Milla Potsig-Sanders, Sienna Da Silva, Saffron Fox, Evie Craig and Addison Roots
For the full list of award winners, visit: www.spiritofthearts.com.au/angelico
2024 Arts Scholarships & Music Bursaries
Mother Teresa Catholic College takes great pride in offering The Arts Scholarship and Music Bursary, both of which are available to students who embody a profound dedication to advancing and enriching the College's commitment to The Arts. To be considered for these prestigious awards, students must exhibit an unwavering eagerness to foster the growth and prominence of artistic endeavours within our College.
Additionally, candidates must showcase an exceptional level of commitment and display genuine aptitude across diverse arts disciplines within the community. Through these scholarships and bursaries, we aim to recognise and support individuals who exemplify exceptional talent, passion, and dedication to the arts, contributing to the vibrant artistic culture of Mother Teresa Catholic College.
To apply for the 2024 Arts Scholarship or Music Tuition Bursary, please fill in the application form linked below.
Applications close on Friday 8 September 2023.
Year 12 Monologue Night
As the lights dim and the curtains rise, the Lakes Theatre will come alive with up-and-coming students from MBC and MTCC. This night of monologues promises to leave the audience moved, inspired, and appreciative of the immense talent these young actors possess.
Mark your calendars and don't miss this exceptional theatrical event on Thursday 31 August 2023 at 7.00pm as our gifted students take centre stage in a performance that will be remembered for years to come.
Arts and Technologies Week Term 4 Week 2
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-curtain experience during Term 4, as we celebrate our annual Arts and Technologies week. Secondary Students (Years 7 to 12) mark your calendars and SAVE THE DATE to partake in captivating lunchtime workshops.
We invite family and friends to support our students as they showcase an entire year's worth of their hard work and creativity. It's an event you won't want to miss!
Technology News
From Our Kitchen to Yours: Student Creations
Our Food Technology students have been cooking up a storm in the kitchen! They would love to share some of their delicious student-approved recipes with our community. Try your hand at this Crème Brûlée recipe, as made by our Year 12 Food Science Technology Students.
Crème Brûlée
Ingredients:
300ml thickened heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla bean paste
3 egg yolks
1/4 cup caster sugar
Method:
Step 1- Preheat oven to 150°C/130°C fan-forced. Place a folded tea-towel in base of a roasting pan. Place ramekin dishes in pan.
Step 2- Place cream and vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally (don't boil), for 8 to 10 minutes or until just simmering.
Step 3- Meanwhile, whisk egg yolks and caster sugar together in a heatproof bowl. Gradually whisk in cream mixture until combined. Strain mixture into a heatproof jug. Pour into dishes. Add boiling water to pan until halfway up sides of dishes.
Step 4- Bake for 35 minutes or until almost set (mixture will wobble slightly). Remove dishes from pan. Set aside for 30 minutes to cool. Cover. Refrigerate overnight.
Step 5- Preheat grill on high. Place a wet tea-towel in pan. Place dishes on top. Sprinkle brûlées with caster sugar. Arrange ice cubes around dishes to prevent custard overcooking. Grill for 5 minutes or until sugar starts to melt. Set aside for 5 minutes. Serve. (Or use a blow torch)
Enjoy! Keep an eye out for more student-approved recipes.
Recipe – www.taste.com
Sports & Outdoor Education
Year 6 School Slam Series Basketball
On Wednesday 16 August, teams of Year 6 students played in the Mandurah School Slam Series at the Mandurah ARC. Our girls team played their hearts out and improved their performance and knowledge, but unfortunately didn’t come away with a win this time.
Our boys team went undefeated the whole day and won the grand final! All students should be commended on their teamwork. Everyone did their bit to bring the shield to MTCC. A big thank you to their amazing coach Mrs Stennett, and to Miss Fernandes for organising this opportunity for our students. Go MTCC!
Christian Service Learning (CSL) News
‘EatUp!’
On Monday 21 August, members from ‘EatUp!’ visited the College. Each week ‘EatUp!’ make and deliver thousands of fresh sandwiches and donated snacks directly to schools for the 1 in 5 Aussie kids experiencing hunger. ‘EatUp!’ deliver to over 170 schools throughout WA and rely on volunteers for their sandwiches to be made to be given to students. During their visit to the College, 32 of our wonderful students made over 1150 sandwiches that will be distributed to schools in need across WA metro and country. What a fantastic effort - well done MTCC!
Defence Club News
Freedom of Entry - Colouring Competition
As part of the Freedom of Entry event, the City of Rockingham are running a colouring in competition for kids aged 2 years - those in Year 6. Get involved for a chance to win a Legacy bear and gift hamper.
Pick up a sheet from the entrance of Junior School or download your colouring in sheet from rockingham.wa.gov.au/FOE and return your entry to the box in Junior School by Friday 1 Septemmber 2023.
Community News
Freedom of Entry - Saturday 9 September
On Saturday 9 September HMAS Stirling of the Royal Australian Navy will exercise its right of Freedom of Entry to the City. This rare and prestigious civic event will include a Freedom of Entry Parade through the streets of Rockingham, followed by a Community Festival.
The event will mark:
• 35 years since Rockingham became a City
• 45 years since the commissioning of HMAS Stirling
• 112 years since Garden Island was selected as a naval base in 1911.
Join us at Churchill Park on Saturday 9 September from 9.40am for the formal ceremony and military parade followed by a Defence-themed Community Festival on the Rockingham Foreshore.
To find out more visit rockingham.wa.gov.au/foe
Murdoch University - Open Nights
Spectrum Space Music Video Project
Masses
Tuesday - Friday: 9.00am
Saturdays: 6.00pm
Sundays: 9.30am & 5.00pm
1st Friday of each month: Adoration (following 9am Mass)
Benediction 10.15am
Reconciliation
Saturday: 5.30 - 5.50pm (prior to Mass)
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