Deputy Principal Report
Welcome back to all on the Year 7-9 Mornington Campus!
Our first week back has been filled with energy and action with all our students getting to know each other and their teachers in their new classes.
In 2020 we continue to develop the concept of ‘The Village’ which articulates the idea that “it takes a village to raise a child”. In this spirit, I encourage all parents and guardians to please feel confident that you can contact your child’s homeroom teacher and then perhaps House Co-ordinator should you have any query or concern. We encourage open communication so that we can work together to enable and support your child to use their God given gifts to the best of their ability so that they can make a positive impact in the world, today and in the future.
Our College theme for 2020 is ‘Light’. This is taken from The Prayer of St Francis and each year we move through this prayer to focus on a new aspect. In 2020 this call for ‘Light’ links in well with the idea that each child is enabled to use their gifts to the best of their ability, as we are all called to do in Matthew’s Gospel: “Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house”.
May we all, especially the students in the Year 7 – 9 Campus Mornington, let our light shine in 2020!
Wishing you all continued blessings.
2020 School Photo Orders
Annual school photos have been taken at all campuses this week.
To be able to view the images of your child and order photos, you will need to register online.
1. Go to the Arthur Reed Photos website
2. Enter the 2020 image code for your child (from their personalised flyer distributed by their homeroom teacher)
3. Fill in your email and mobile details
That’s it! You’ll be notified by email/SMS when images are ready to view and purchase.
In the webshop you can view photos and customize your photo package; Choose ANY layout, ANY image plus purchase digital image downloads.
Even if you registered last year, you still need to register again this year to link your child’s images for the current year with your details.
Please note that all photo packages will be sent directly to you at home this year, so please ensure that you enter your correct details and delivery address upon checkout.
ANY PROBLEMS – Please contact Arthur Reed Photos directly:
Email - customerservice@arphotos.com.au
ARP Customer Service Phone: (03) 5243 4390
Padua College Rugby Top
Padua has introduced a new rugby top for students to wear with their sports uniform. It is replacing the polar fleece, but is being phased in gradually so it’s not an immediate cost for parents.
Year 7s are to wear the rugby top and/or soft shell jacket over their PE polo top for sport. Students in all other year levels (8-12) can still wear the polar fleece with their sports uniform on the days they have PE, or the new rugby top if parents wish to purchase them.
The rugby tops are not to be worn as an alternative to the blazer.
The cost for the rugby top is $85.00 and they can be purchased through the Dobsons uniform shops at Padua’s Mornington and Rosebud Campuses.
St Vinnies Bushfire Appeal
When we gather for our whole College Opening Assembly next Tuesday 11 February, we will take the opportunity to have a school-wide appeal for the St Vinnies Bushfire Appeal. The assembly will include a liturgy focusing on the College Year of Light and how we can be a light to others, particularly in their darkest times. We ask that students bring a gold coin donation if they are able to do so.
We thank you for your support.
Michael Harrison
Vice Principal: Mission & Community
Homework Hub
Homework Hub provides a space for independent or assisted study for Year 7-9 students!
When and Where?
• Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon
• 3.30pm - 4.30pm
• Room U122
• Bring a snack and a drink
What can be done?
• Complete homework in any subject
• Tidy workbooks and check all tasks are completed
• Seek assistance with difficult maths questions (there's always a maths teacher in attendance)
• Revise what you have learnt
• Practise study techniques
• Update rules books
• Formulate essay drafts
• Organise completion of assignments
• Plan for your collaborative group to meet up at the hub
• Receive assistance to access reliable research
There is no sign-in or sign-up process. Students are expected to take responsibility for choosing to attend and using their time wisely.
Val Hardie
Teacher | Maths
