TERM 3 - WEEK 1A

Friday 22 July

• Pyjama Day Fundraiser - Vinnies Winter Appeal
• Archdiocesan Basketball - Tuggeranong CANCELLED
• Social Justice Liturgy at 10.30am

TERM 3 - WEEK 2B

Monday 25 July

• Musical Full Dress Rehearsal

Tuesday 26 July

• Musical Full Dress Rehearsal

Wednesday 27 July

• School Photos
• Boys Rugby 7's CANCELLED
• Musical Full Dress Rehearsal

Thursday 28 July

• School Photos
• Musical - 6.30pm

Friday 29 July

• Musical - 6.30pm

Saturday 30 July

• Musical - 1.00pm
• Musical - 6.30pm

TERM - WEEK 3A

Monday 1 August

• PASS Excursion - Canberra CANCELLED

Tuesday 2 August

• Trial HSC commences - English Studies, Standard and Advanced (9am)

Wednesday 3 August

• Trial HSC - English Standard and Advanced (9am)
• NAIDOC Mass Venue: OLOF at 10am CANCELLED

Thursday 4 August

• Trial HSC - SORI and SORII (9am)

Friday 5 August

• Trial HSC - Business Studies (9am) and Chemistry (1.30pm)
• MacKillop House Mass 10.30am
• Southern Tablelands Science and Engineering Challenge

Dear Parents and Carers

ACT LOCKDOWN

As you would be aware, the ACT Government has announced today the decision for the ACT to commence a lockdown from 5pm this evening until 19 August 2021. It is my sincere hope that the Goulburn community is safe and remains settled during this difficult time.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP 2022

Congratulations to the following students who will serve the community as student leaders in 2022.

Student Representative Council

Year 7: Marley Parlett, Ryleigh McKellar and Bobby Remington

Year 8: Grace Miller, Ava Palau and Alexander Skeffington

Year 9: Joshua Arnold and Harry Knight

Year 10: Shameen Mudassar and Samantha Tozer

Year 11: Michayla Scott, Mackenzie Travis and Tiahni Wild

House Captains

Keating: Jack McEntee and Aiden Metz

McAuley: Jack Craig and Jake Waters

MacKillop: Daniel Nicholls and Lily Woodman

Rice: Charlotte Baragry and Jessica Sharman

College Vice Captains

Jude Falson, Charlotte Rumble, James Seaman, Thomas Skeffington, Georgie Smithers, and Hannah Wehbe

College Captains

Brayden Crooks and Tess McKenzie

Students will be inducted into their leadership positions at a College Assembly to be held on Wednesday 1 September 2021. Parents will be provided with a MS Teams link to view the ceremony, if they are not allowed on campus due to COVID restrictions.

ST MARY MACKILLOP FEAST DAY

Yesterday was the Feast Day of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Australia’s first beatified saint.

St Mary MacKillop was a hard worker who put the needs of others before her own needs. She epitomised the larrikin spirit as she was constantly in dispute with authorities but pressed on, regardless. She used the strengths of others but also did not tolerate those who were not genuine. Her commitment to the schooling of children from poor and rural communities established a model of Catholic education that continues today. St Mary of the Cross is patron of our MacKillop House. There are so many wonderful quotes attributed to St Mary of the Cross MacKillop but I will leave this simple one with you as it speaks to our College motto of Faith, Strength and Unity:

So great is the strength we possess in our unity. (1874)

FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION

Tomorrow we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption where we recognise Mary’s body ascending into heaven at the end of her earthly life. Each of us are called to be the best we can be as people of God. Mary, mother of Jesus, is a wonderful role model for all people. She represents unconditional love and compassion as well as unconditional commitment to be brave and courageous. This courage needs to be there in our everyday actions whether we are in the classroom, at home, on the sport field or facing the burdens in our life. And this courage is needed in COVID times. It is an opportunity for us to remember the good fortune we have in our lives but at the same time keeping in our hearts the struggle of families who are confronted by violence and war in their homes, and in particular, our Sydney friends who are struggling under the enormous burden of the latest coronavirus variant. Whilst this Feast is a holy day of obligation, Year 7 only will attend Mass in the Chapel.

PRAY FOR OUR YEAR 12 STUDENTS

Our Year 12 students commenced their Trial HSC Examinations this week. Please keep them in your prayers during this time and over their final weeks of secondary schooling. It is an especially important term as it is their final one. They have been a magnificent group of young people to work with and they have displayed remarkable resilience and adaptability managing the various changes and uncertainty COVID has brought this term (and last year). Keep on going, Year 12!

Yours in faith, strength and unity

Principal

SPECIAL REPORT: Instilling Hope In Uncertain Times

Although life is always filled with uncertainty, the levels we are currently experiencing are unprecedented and it is becoming evident that this is taking a toll on our young people. The most recent research from Mission Australia makes clear the breadth and depth the pandemic is having on our youth across the nation.

It appears that lockdowns and tighter restrictions will be with us for some time, but it is important in such times of uncertainty to instil hope and remain optimistic. Adult carers can play a vital role in helping young people reframe their worries, encouraging them to see life as it is and getting them to focus more on the things they can control, rather than those they can’t.

It’s important young people remain connected with their social networks during these times as often their natural response to uncertainty is to exhibit varying degrees of fear and anxiety. With the continued disruptions, mental health concerns are on the rise and it is evident that many students may need some extra support to achieve their goals. Parents can help their kids focus more on the good things in their life, rather than fill in the blanks with catastrophic narratives.

This Special Report outlines how adult carers can help instil hope and offer support in such times of uncertainty. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback.

If this Special Report raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please seek medical or professional help.

Here is the link to your special report https://trinitycollege.nsw.schooltv.me/wellbeing_news/special-report-instilling-hope-uncertain-times

Virtual Work Experience opportunities for students and parents to explore to virtually try out jobs and get information about various jobs. They contain Virtual Reality experiences, videos, written information and case studies. Grandshake is for year 9+ but Skillsroad is for all.

https://www.grandshake.co/virtualworkexperience

https://360.skillsroad.com.au/

360 Virtual Workplace - Skillsroad

Creative industries. Where everyone is part of creating something bigger. Be a fly on the wall in a creative agency.

Vaping has already become popular with teens yet we are only just starting to understand the dangers of e-cigarettes. Take a look at some information about how to prevent this habit. 

Read more: The dangers of vaping for teens
https://www.thehopefullinstitute.com/the-dangers-of-vaping-for-teens/ 

A reminder that year 10 Work Experience is during Week 9 of Term 4 unless special approval has been signed off by Mrs Dillon for an alternative date.  

In order to undertake work experience students MUST:

1. Have had the 'self-sourced workplace learning' form signed off and returned to school (after which they receive the next form).
2. Have the 'Workplace learning record' form signed off by the employer, the parent, the school and the Catholic education Office where needed - those wanting to undertake high-risk work such as work with animals (Mrs Dillon will send it in these cases). If students are going to the hospital for work experience they may go straight to this form and skip the 'self-sourced workplace learning' form as it is not a self-sourced placement.
3. Students then must complete their workplace readiness modules and email Mrs Dillon their certificates of completion at rebecca.dillon@cg.catholic.edu.au
4. Students will be given a pack with items such as a letter to the employer, a thank you card to give them, a copy of our liability insurance certificate, an in-case-of-emergency contact card and other necessary paperwork.

We will be working with students at school to prepare them for work experience between now and week 9 of term 4. Any student who has regularly failed to demonstrate appropriate behaviours at school may be denied the privilege of work experience. 

Please refer to the work experience manuals distributed to students at school during term 2, or email Mrs Dillon with any questions or concerns.

If students are displaying flu-like symptoms at school, parents will be required to collect their child from school and have a COVID test. If students are unwell, they must remain at home. Please continue to inform the school via phone if your child tests positive for COVID.

Maths Help Sessions will run on the following days at the listed times from the Library:

Wednesday Morning 8am-8.55am (for Year 11 and 12 students only)

Wednesday Recess 11.10am - 11.40am

Thursday Recess 11.10am - 11.40am

Friday Morning 8.00am - 8.55am

Registration essential. Refreshments provided. Cost Free.

Register at http://www.catholicvoice.org.au/cocktailhour/ )

When your child needs to leave School early, please make sure they complete the following steps:

1. A written note signed from their parent/carer. This note can be made in the Student diary on the day of the planned absence, or on a separate piece of paper.

2. The student then takes the note to Homeroom and asks their Homeroom teachers to sign it.

3. The note must also be signed by a House Coordinator. 

4. The student comes to the front office with their signed note.

5. Front office staff assist student to sign out.

6. Students wait for parent/carer to collect them.

Please note, parent or carer MUST present to the Office to collect student.

The College should be notified of any foreseen student leave. An Application for Exemption Form is available from the College Office and is required to be completed by parents/carers and returned to the College at least 10 school days prior to any leave. Leave or travel over 10 days requires a different form; please contact Reception. If, during the period of leave, your child has assessments due they should also complete the Notification of Planned Absence form which is in the appendix of their student assessment handbook.

We love to hear about our students' achievements, so please feel free to send through any information about your child's achievements to info.tccg@cg.catholic.edu.au by Tuesday of each week. We look forward to hearing from you! Also, be sure to visit our facebook site!

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialTrinityCatholicCollege

ENROLLING NOW!

We are accepting Enrolments for 2023!

ENROL NOW TO SECURE

YOUR CHILD'S PLACE!

Enrol online: https://www.trinitycollege.nsw.edu.au/enrol-online/

or contact the College office for an Enrolment Pack on 4821 3600