Community News
Emmanuel College
It was wonderful to see students cheering each other on, participating in team events and reaching their personal best in individual events at Athletics Day.
Congratulations to Winters House at St Paul’s and McCoy House at Notre Dame for achieving the most House points on the day.
Last Monday a group of students and staff went to Reaching Out in the Inner West of Melbourne to hand out meals, non-perishable food items, clothing and hygiene items to those in need. Students saw the impact of their efforts in helping others, and the experience served as a powerful reminder of the importance of community outreach and the positive change that can be achieved.
Year 12 students retreated to Rutherford Park and Anglesea last week, where they participated in outdoor team-building activities, sessions on study and social skills as well as a variety of ‘self-management’ activities such as tai chi and yoga. One of the guest speakers, Michelle Newland, is an Ambassador for the Summer Foundation and it was inspiring for our students to hear Michelle’s story of resilience.
The Music program at Emmanuel College starts in Year 7, with students learning how to play an instrument for two semesters. Some students have never played an instrument before, some are trying new ones for the first time and it is great to see everyone enjoying their music class.
It was wonderful to welcome families at St Paul’s Campus, Meet the Principal last week, where visitors heard from College Principal, Dr Janine Biggin and had a campus tour with student leaders.
Year 7 2026
Do you have a child in Year 5 this year? Applications for Year 7 2026 close on Friday 16 August 2024. If you would like to apply, a prospectus can be obtained:
- Via the College website under the Enrolment Information tab or by following this link: Prospectus Request here
- By registering and joining us at a College event
- Or by coming in to see our friendly staff at reception of either campus
We look forward to seeing you at the College soon.
Yours sincerely,
Jenny Hendricks
Community Engagement
Holy Trinity Parish Bulletin
Holy Trinity Parish Renewal Program
Mount St Joseph Girls' College
OPEN DAY: Visit our faith and learning community. Register here to attend: http://www.msj.vic.edu.au/visit-us/open-day-registration
Thomas Carr College
We welcome you to come along to our College Tour. This morning is an opportunity for families to view our facilities and ask any questions about your child's transition into secondary school. Please register your details https://www.thomascarr.vic.edu.au/tour23042024/
Quantin Binnah - Before/After School Care
Hi everyone,
I hope you have had a great start to the year.
It has been great to welcome our new families and to reconnect with our families who have previously been in our care.
Thank you for your understanding where there have been some challenges with late re-enrolments.
Please be mindful that to support families we do commence the re-enrolment process in the year prior to the commencement of the new year.
Thank you also for ensuring we have all of your child’s information including but not limited to their medical needs and medication. For safety reasons, we cannot provide care unless we have all this information.
Our Team works hard to support you and we appreciate your patience.
Your Team Leader is Megha, having a diploma in early childhood education and currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree. Her approach centers around recognizing and celebrating the diversity of children and families within our community.
Our team aims to embrace cultural values with respect, providing every child with enjoyable and enriching experiences during the sessions. We are continually working plan to develop an exciting program and we love to hear your feedback and ideas through this link https://www.qbcc.org.au/feedback
Also please see our posts and updates on your OWNA parent app.
We would also like to invite you and your family to participate in Our Living Your Best Life Activities: https://www.qbcc.org.au/live-your-best-life
Also please also see https://www.qbcc.org.au/parent-handbook and https://www.qbcc.org.au/policies for further information.
Please do not hesitate to approach your team leader and our team members should you have any questions.
The St. Martin PS Service contact number is 0407 925 753 contactable during program hours only. The service hours and locations are found on our website https://www.qbcc.org.au/school-age-care
We look forward to an exciting year!
Sincerely,
Christine Barca and Sowmiya Ramprasad
Ph.: 97425040
Fax: 97312699
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HOBSONS BAY Playgroups
Hi,
We are currently running a Supported Playgroup, families do need to meet a criteria for this group. This group is every Friday 10-12 at Laverton North Kindergarten.
At Laverton North Kindergarten Playgroup families must meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- A family member in the household holds a Health Care Card
- Families in which a family member identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torress Strait Islander
- Families looking after children in kinship care arrangements.
- Families referred from Child first/Child Protection.
- Families referred from or participating in Enhanced MCH Services.
We also offer In Home Family Support for families over five sessions. It involves visiting the family in their home to provide individual coaching. Families have the opportunity to practice the parenting strategies through play supported by the facilitator.
Kind Regards,
Kristina Strangis
Early Years Resource Officer - Playgroups
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