Principal's Post

Pastoral Care

We are committed to providing a holistic education for your son and we place a strong emphasis on Visible Wellbeing and Visible Learning. We had traditional Parent Information Evenings for Year 7 and 11 where we shared information about how these are intertwined to provide the best possible support for your son. We also had Year 8 TIME & SPACE and Year 9 ELEPHANT ED deliver age-appropriate programs for these year levels. I often observe professional interpersonal relationships between the teachers and your sons and how they show warmth towards one another. Hopefully, this provides a safe, inclusive and warm school environment where your son experiences a sense of belonging and connectedness.

The Homeroom Teacher will form your main point of contact at the College. We hope that your son develops a good working relationship with his Homeroom Teacher and feels free to discuss school or personal matters if the need arises. Don’t forget - a problem shared in confidence with your Homeroom Teacher may be quickly resolved and have him back enjoying success at school. Equally, your subject teachers can help you with your learning and advise you on many other matters throughout the year. It is especially important to talk to your teachers if you sense that life at school is not as peaceful, enjoyable or as successful as it should be. 

Your son should approach his Year Level Coordinator or Assistant if he feels the need for extra advice. It is possible to talk to them about more serious or sensitive matters that need to be settled. It’s important that your son feels comfortable enough to inform them about matters which may affect his performance at school. 

The Mazenod College Counselling Service is also available within usual school operating hours. Parents or students may wish to discuss the possibility of counselling support by contacting our College Psychologists via email counsellors@mazenod.vic.edu.au.

Day of Excellence Assembly

Last Friday students from Years 8 to 12 celebrated academic excellence during two different assemblies. The format is designed to acknowledge the achievements from Semester 2 2022. It is a time of celebration for the recipients but also a moment of inspiration for all students currently attending the College. There are many ways to measure success and accomplishment. The fact that every Year 12 student from 2022 has been offered a place at university, a TAFE College, traineeship, is employed or has an apprenticeship is testimony to a well-rounded education at Mazenod. 

We also gathered for a special kind of celebration of the excellent achievements of the Year 12 class of 2022. We looked back and celebrated achievements and looked forward to the future and wished the graduating class well for their on-going journey. 

We urge the graduating class to be proud Mazenodians as they go out to make their contribution to society, as thousands of Old Collegians have done in so many ways in all walks of life. As they move off to continue their life journey, may they continue to grow in all dimensions – mind, heart and soul. We take inspiration from Luke’s Gospel Chapter 12: “To whom much has been given, much will be required.” Because, all education, especially a Mazenod education, is not just for you, it is also something for the world – to be used for and shared with others. On behalf of the whole College community, we say – congratulations, go well, and all the best.

House Athletics Carnival

Thank you to the Mazenod Sports Department and all staff who organised a very successful House Athletics Carnival last Friday in inclement conditions. This was a wonderful community event – congratulations to all students who entered into the spirit of the day. Congratulations to Anthony House who were the overall champions.

Join us in reliving some of the day's fantastic moments!

Inaugural Mass

A reminder that the opening College Inaugural Mass will be held on Friday 24th February at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Our tradition of inducting College Student Leaders on this auspicious occasion continues and we encourage all in our community to be in attendance. Please access further information on MAZCOM regarding travel arrangements.

College Accounts

Accounts are sent out at the beginning of the year. Full payment is due 28 days from the date of issue or payments can be made on a 10-month installment plan. Preferred payment methods are cheque, BPay, credit card (Mastercard or Visa) or direct debit.

Any student withdrawing from the college is required to notify the Mazenod College Admissions Manager ONE TERM prior to the anticipated finish date. Failure to do so will incur one full-term payment of annual school fees.

Thanks to all families and students who have made a great start to the academic year. My hope is that your son graduates from Mazenod as a young man who is curious, creative, compassionate and has the courage to make a difference.

All the best, 

Dr Paul Shannon

Principal