Primary School News

Dear Primary Families,

The image of the three violets below unites all members of the Marist Family across the world. As many of you would know, these violets represent Simplicity, Humility and Modesty which are the three basis spiritual attitudes that St Marcellin wanted Marists to be underpinned by. 

As our term draws to a close, it gives us time to reflect on the time we have had together and reflect on the learnings from both the and challenging times presented to us. Upon reflection, I am proud to say that these three violets have certainly been evident in the Primary School during Term 3. I wish you and your families a safe and relaxing holiday break as we continue to enjoy the wonderful Spring weather. Term 4 will commence for students on Wednesday 5 October. Boys are to return to wearing their summer uniform next term, it may be an idea to check that these uniforms still fit after two terms in winter uniform and that there are no haircuts inspired by any of the stars of the footy finals. [Go the Lions!]

Primary School Mass

Tomorrow morning students are asked to be at school by 7:45am for our Primary School Mass which commences in The Chapel at 8:00am. This is an important opportunity for our community to come together to celebrate the Eucharist and give thanks for our term together. Thank you to Marist Voices and the Music Department who will be leading our hymns for the occasion. We will also be presenting our Men of Courage and Love of Work Awards at the conclusion of Mass. 

Tournament of Minds

Congratulations to Henry Walker, Lucas Weigl, Kayden Kyoung, JD Cootes, Callum Nowers and Olivier Canning who are now State Champions after winning the State Tournament of the Minds Final on Saturday. Congratulations gentlemen! Thank you to Mrs Rhonda Carson, Mrs Majella Stevens, and the families of each of the boys for all their work in preparing them for this success. 

GRIPPS

Congratulations to Lleyton Viljoen, Pedro Chadud and Gabriel Pua for their participation in GRIPPS ‘The Gap Regional Instrumental Primary Performers School’ last week. The boys represented the College with pride and put on a fantastic concert that was the culmination of a week full of rehearsals. 

Parent Teacher Interviews

A reminder that bookings for our Term 4 2022 Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews close this Thursday 15 September at 7:00pm. Please see the communication from Mr Bruce McPhee (Deputy Head of College) for more information regarding this important event.  

Orientation Week 

This Friday will be an exciting day of transition across the College as we conduct our Year 5 and Year 7 2023 Orientation Days. Our current Year 6 families have been sent information regarding the Year 7 2023 Parent Information Evenings and Orientation Day. 

Marist Extend for Year 7 2024

As our Year 6 boys start to prepare for the transition across to the Secondary School I would like to draw your attention to Marist Extend. Announced by Michael Newman recently, Marist Extend is an exciting new program open to Year 7 students in 2023. Providing boys with the opportunity to extend their day beyond the final bell, the Marist Extend program provides Year 7 students with the unique opportunity to participate in their chosen co-curricular activities, share a meal with their mates and receive academic support in evening study. I encourage you to visit the Marist Extend website or contact our Head of Boarding, Jim Noble for more information.

Lost Property

If any of these items belong to your son (or household) please get them to take them home before the end of term.

Primary Sport - Mr John Lambourne

Track and Field

AIC Track & Field Meet #4, Wednesday 14 September, State Athletics Facility (SAF), Nathan

The meet is open to all students who wish to qualify for the AIC T&F Championships, to be held, Week 1, Term 4. AIC T&F meets are run as time trials/selection meets. A bus will be provided to and from T&F meets each week. Boys are requested to use the bus sign-on sheet located outside the Primary Sports office if they wish to catch the bus. The bus will depart from the College Bus stop @ 2:00pm and return @ 5:15pm (approx.), return details will be posted on the College APP. If your son catches the bus and you collect him, it is very important to ensure you inform a staff member. 

AIC Championships, Thursday and Friday, 6 and 7 October

Please note that holiday Training Schedule is yet to be confirmed, it will be posted on College app ASAP.

Event Calendar

AIC Meet #4 – Wednesday 14 September

Holiday Meet #1 – Thursday, 22 September (Meet to be confirmed due to Public Holiday)

Holiday Meet #2 – Thursday, 29 September

Sports Photographs

We are always on the lookout for photos and action shots to be used for the Blue & Gold, other College publications, season or end-of-year wrap-ups etc. Please follow this link and add your photos - Marist College Ashgrove Primary Sports Photos.

College App

Please ensure that you download the College App to your smartphone. This app will be used weekly to inform you of sporting fixtures, cancellations and bus arrival information.