Principal's Welcome
Dear Parents, Students and Friends
As Principal, Jacqui Heffernan dedicates herself to ensuring that our students, their families and our staff have her full attention and care. With this in mind, we all hope that the short break she is taking allows her time to have a rest, time with her family and an opportunity to enjoy supporting our representative Golf team in the upcoming championships in Yamba.
Carroll College is an active community, always offering engaging activities for our students, opportunities to include parents and carers, as well as welcoming visitors to the school.
Visit by Mr Ross Fox Director of Catholic Education
Our Director of Catholic Education for the Canberra Goulburn Diocese, Mr Ross Fox, visited the College on Wednesday 8 June. During his time at the College he met with the Executive and enjoyed a tour of the College led by representatives of the student Senior Leadership Team. Whilst visiting classrooms and having conversations with our students and staff Mr Fox was able to experience first hand the excellent teaching and learning happening throughout the College and the aspirations our Year 12 students have for their futures.
Curriculum Expo and Subject selections
Last Wednesday the students of Yrs 8, 9 and 10 along with their parents and carers attended the Subject Selection and Curriculum Expo evenings here at the College. It was wonderful to see so many families in attendance. Led by Mrs Sandra Harris and supported by Mrs Paull, the KLA Coordinators, class teachers students received clear information, not only about the wide range of subjects on offer at Carroll College, but also the subject selection process.
Year 8 have their first opportunity to select subjects based on their own interests. For Year 9 they can either select to continue with their current electives or explore some new choices. To support our Yr 10 students our Careers Advisor Ms Naomi Gill and VET Coordinator Mrs Cathie Bierman had organised for a range of external providers to attend the night so students could engage in conversations about their future aspirations. On a cold winters night everyone welcomed the delicious warm food and hot barista drinks prepared and served by our Hospitality students and staff. Thank you to everyone involved.
Semester 1 Student Reports
Recently our senior students have received their student reports. The reports for students in Years 7-10 are in the process of being prepared by their classroom teachers and will be available at the end of the term. These reports are a reflection not only on the hard work, progress and achievement of students but should also be seen as a source of encouragement to focus on the areas that need further attention or greater effort. When the reports arrive, we hope that students take some time to read the feedback for each subject carefully and feel affirmed and encouraged. Included in the report will also be a comment from their Homeroom teacher who will be reflecting on their contribution to this important part of their school day.
2022 South Coast Schools Excellence in Vocational Education & Training (VET) Awards
We are very excited to share that four of our Year 12 students have been nominated for the 2022 South Coast Schools Excellence in Vocational Education & Training (VET) Awards.
The date of the awards evening has not been finalised yet. We would like to congratulate these students on their nomination and wish them the success at the Awards.
Year 6 Confirmation Retreat
The K-12 Pathway for Catholic education for our families is reflected in opportunities like last Friday when Carroll College welcomed the Year 6 students from both St Bernard’s and St Mary’s to their Confirmation Retreat. Students from Mrs Lyttle’s Year 10 Youth Ministry Class facilitated the day.
The Confirmation Retreat program offers a wonderful opportunity for leadership as our students are involved in assisting to guide the spiritual development of the younger students.
Combined School’s Mass
The Combined Schools’ Mass is a highlight on the calendar each year for all three schools. This year due to the refurbishment of the student amenities block we are unable to hold the Mass in Week 10 of Term 2. The Mass has been postponed to Term 4 to coincide with the Giving Mass on Monday 12 December. Joining together before the close of the school year is a wonderful way to celebrate, say thank you and to prepare for Christmas.
Variety Concert
Biennially we have the opportunity to attend the Variety Concert. This year the concert is on Wednesday 22 June. From 5.15pm a light dinner is available for purchase with the concert starting at 6pm. During the interval refreshments will also be on sale. Please come along to enjoy the amazing talent on display from all three schools. The flyer advertising the event is located within the Newsletter.
Claim the Date
2022 Year 12 Formal - Claim the date! The College will be celebrating the Year 12 Formal on Thursday 22 September 2022. Please save this date in your diaries.
Employment opportunity
Carroll College is currently advertising for an Aboriginal Education Worker. This role is an important part of supporting our students. If you know of anyone who maybe suitable for this role, please encourage them to apply.
Enrolment Period
Carroll College welcomes all families who are wishing to enrol their child in Year 7 and any other year level through to Year 12. We encourage families to make application via the online enrolment form. Interviews have commenced for 2023. We look forward to meeting with prospective families. Please lodge applications at your earliest convenience if you haven’t done so already.
Best regards,
Louise Ibbett
Principal (Acting)