E-News
In this Issue:
Message from the Principal
Acting Executive Director Start of Year Message
Important Notices
Events
Student Achievement
Mathematics News
Community News
Message from the Principal
A warm welcome back (both in temperature and sentiment) to the new 2023 school year.
I am excited at the prospects of what we will all achieve together at Mother Teresa Catholic College this year.
Again this year we encounter many “firsts” – almost 40 new staff and again over 200 new students, together making us once more a “new school community”. We also have new facilities – an Arts building including a café, and a Technologies building. But more important than buildings, we have our first Year 12 cohort of students, some of whom have attended our College since 2016 when they were our first Year 5 class.
This year, we also celebrate our tenth year since foundation in February 2014. Together we have so many achievements of which to be proud and so much to be thankful for. I am grateful for the support and graces I have enjoyed serving as principal of the College since it was a large empty paddock. Many lives have been touched and enriched here in this wonderful learning community of families and staff of Mother Teresa Catholic College. 2023 will be a good year!
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the water to create many ripples.”
Acting Executive Director Start of Year Message
Dear CEWA community and friends of Catholic Education,
Welcome to the 2023 school year.
Each school year starts with the hope and optimism that comes with new beginnings.
This year, as our world continues to recover from the challenges we shared during the COVID-19 pandemic, there is an even greater sense of excitement for the learning opportunities, events and experiences that students look forward to as they progress through school.
Having visited schools in this first week of term, it is impossible not to be filled with optimism. While schools have focused on returning to normal, there have been remarkable advances in technology and creative new approaches to teaching that have enriched the learning environments for students in Catholic schools.
It is a source of tremendous pride for Catholic education that these advancements have largely been inspired or led by outstanding and dedicated staff in 163 schools across WA. And, more importantly, at the centre of these is a commitment to the nearly 79,000 individual students whose stories and successes make Catholic education what it is. From achievements in the classroom to triumphs on the sports field, and the many hours of service given so selflessly throughout the year, our students continue to demonstrate the value a Catholic education provides to families across the State.
This year we are delighted to mark the opening of Emmaus Catholic Primary School in Dayton. It was a privilege to join Principal Sandro Coniglio and the school community to witness the first day of the newest school in Catholic education.
So, as the 2023 school year gets underway, I offer my heartfelt gratitude to all staff in Catholic schools and offices across our state. Parents continue to choose Catholic schools because they know that from the moment their child enters a Catholic school until their last days with us, they are guided by teachers and supported by staff who are committed to the mission of Christ-centred and child-focused education.
Catholic schools are exemplified by a spirit of service and a strong sense of community. At a time when so many in our world face displacement and loss, it is vital that we acknowledge that the start of 2023, as in earlier years, has not been as positive for all in WA, or indeed the world.
For our school communities in the Kimberley region who have either directly or indirectly been affected by the recent flooding, you remain in our prayers and we stand ready to offer the necessary support over the coming months to ensure our Kimberley schools continue to be places of hope, support and learning opportunities.
I wish you all the very best in the year ahead. And, in the spirit of community that is a hallmark of Catholic education, let us come together in mission to support every student as they discover their potential.
Yours sincerely
Wayne Bull
Acting Executive Director
Important Notices
Welcome back to Term 1 2023
There was an exciting buzz in the air this week as we welcome our students back to the College for Term 1 2023. We missed seeing all your bright, happy faces. We would like to share a very warm welcome to our new and continuing MTCC families who join us this year, as we look forward to another exciting year ahead!
Term Dates for 2023
Term 1:
Wednesday 1 February: All Junior School, Year 7 and Year 12 Students commence
Thursday 2 February: All Year 8,9, 10 and 11 Students commence
Friday 3 March: Pupil Free Day
Monday 6 March: Labour Day Public Holiday
Thursday 6 April: End of Term 1
Term 2:
Monday 24 April: Pupil Free day
Tuesday 25 April: Anzac Day Public Holiday
Wednesday 26 April: Students commence for Term 2
Monday 5 June: WA Day Public Holiday
Friday 30 June: End of Term 2
Term 3:
Monday 17 July: Pupil Free Day
Tuesday 18 July: Students commence for Term 3
Friday 25 August: Pupil Free Day
Friday 22 September: End of term 3
Term 4:
Monday 9 October: Students commence Term 4
Monday 23 October: Pupil Free Day
Friday 8 December: End of Term 4
2023 Junior School Swimming Lessons
Swimming lessons for students in Pre Primary - Year 6 will be in Term 1 2023 at Rockingham Aquatic Center. Lessons will be daily from 13/02/2023 to 24/02/2023 and are compulsory for all students. For more information, please visit: www.motherteresa.wa.edu.au/events
Events
Year 12 Ball
On Saturday 28 January 2023, our first cohort of Year 12s attended their Ball at Fremantle Sailing Club. The Class of 2023 celebrated in style and a great night was had by all! This was the first of many wonderful events planned this year. A significant year for us as we celebrate our first Year 12 cohort and 10 years of MTCC!
Head over to the College Facebook page for more photos!
College Community Mass
On Wednesday 8 February at 9am, we will celebrate a whole College Mass on the Junior School Oval. Parents and caregivers are also invited to attend. The Mass will be conducted by our new Parish Priest, Fr Alexis Vega Osorio. We look forward to coming together to celebrate this whole College community event!
Student Achievement
City of Rockingham Australia Day Youth Citizen of the Year Award
We are pleased to announce that Year 10 student, Luke Tammen, was awarded the City of Rockingham Australia Day Youth Citizen of the Year Award. This is a fantastic achievement for Luke and recognises all of the volunteer work he has undertaken in his various roles. He is a remarkable young man and thoroughly deserves the recognition. Here is is pictured receiving the award from the City of Rockingham Mayor Deb Hamblin. Well done Luke! We are very proud of you.
KiC Female Engineering Pre-Apprenticeship
Congratulations to Year 11 student Makayla Warner for being selected for the KIC Female Engineering Pre-apprenticeship program, commencing in 2023. Makayla will complete the two year program during Year 11 and 12, combining school, work placements and TAFE. Here she is pictured being presented with a welding helmet by Emily Pettitt (Mineral Resources) at an Information Night held earlier this week.
Well done Makayla!
Share Your Story
We love celebrating student achievement, so if you have a story to share, please send details and a photo to:
marketing@motherteresa.wa.edu.au
Mathematics News
Australian Maths Competition
The Australian Maths Competition (AMC) is an engaging 30-problem competition that demonstrates the importance and relevance of mathematics in students’ everyday lives; it is open to students in Years 3 to 12. Last year, a number of our students took part in the competition with some fantastic results! We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all students for their participation, with a special mention to our top scoring students who all received Distinctions:
Year 7 - Amanda Tan
Year 8 - Riley Fitzpatrick (Top mark for the School overall)
Year 9 - Joel Tan
Year 10 - Scott Fuerste
Congratulations!
Community News
Catholic Education Western Australia Young Leadership Award
The Catholic Education Western Australia Young Leadership Award acknowledges young people who have demonstrated outstanding leadership within their schools, organisations and businesses. They are people whose actions reflect Gospel values, who are committed to contributing to positively to their communities, and are skilled at empowering and collaborating with others to achieve successful outcomes.
We are pleased to support the current and future leaders of our State whose actions enrich the way people think, act and relate to each other. These leaders inspire a culture of achievement and improvement for those around them. Some of them have overcome difficulty and dealt with hardships to achieve excellence and demonstrate outstanding leadership in their professional, personal and social endeavours.
Cast your vote by following the link below!
Rockingham and Districts Netball Association Registration Day
Saturday, 4th February 2023
Outdoor Court Area from 10am-12pm.
Please register via this link for either the No Limits (10-11am) or Walking Netball Come and Try (11am-12pm) (there is no cost!)
https://www.playhq.com/netball-australia/register/228db4
Clubs will be set up to take registrations.
Rockingham Youth Centre (RYC) Term 1 Program
The Rockingham Youth Centre is jam packed with programs for young people aged 12 - 24 in 2023 with programs such as:
She/Her - Young Women's Program
17+ Hang out
Dungeons and Dragons
Adulting 101
Mooriboordap Djoowak
Rockin' Jams
pridespace
Young Masterchef
Level Up Job Ready
Hangout
Game Club
Bookings are required for some programs and can be made by phone, email or in person. Spaces for programs are limited. Check out the What's On Calendar or use the button below for the full program and more information.
Message from Father Arulraj
My dear parishioners of Mother Teresa community,
My heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all the support, encouragement, love and generosity that I received from you. I am truly grateful to God. It is a great community, where everyone feels welcomed. I pray that the good Lord continues to bless the community with the spirit of Blessed Mother Teresa. We extend a very warm welcome to our new parish priest, Fr Alexis Vega-Osorio. we pray that the holy spirit will sustain and strengthen you as you serve our parish. I am sure he will love this community as I do and do a great job. Once again BIG THANK YOU to all and GOD’S BLESSINGS.
Mass Times:
Masses
Tuesday to Friday (except first Friday): 9 am
Saturday vigil : 6 pm
Sunday morning : 9:30 am (with Children's liturgy)
Sunday evening : 5 pm
First Friday of every month: 6 pm
First Saturday of each month: 9.00 am
Reconciliation
Saturday: 5:30 pm (before Mass)
Sunday: 4:30 pm (before Mass)
Tuesday to Friday: Before Mass or during Holy Hour
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