Chev Need to Knows
13 June 2025
Dear Parents and Carers,
HAPPY SACRED HEART DAY!
Please find below my address to staff, students and guests who gathered for Mass earlier today.
Have a great weekend
Greg Miller
Principal
Good morning students, staff, guests, and members of our Chevalier community.
There are days in the life of a school that feel more like homecomings than events. Sacred Heart Day is one of those days. It’s a celebration of who we are, of the spirit that animates this place, and of the love that has shaped generations of Chevalier students and staff.
From the hearts painted on our faces this morning, to the shared laughter and games that fill the day, Sacred Heart Day is a living expression of our mission. It’s a reminder that we are not just a school, we are a community formed in love, called to compassion, and committed to peace.
This year, our Year 12 theme encourages us to “Share Your Part of the Sacred Heart.” It’s a theme that speaks directly to the heart of what it means to be a Chev student. It’s not about holding back or waiting for the perfect moment. It’s about recognising that each of us, no matter our age, our role, or our story, has something meaningful to offer.
To share your part means to give of yourself. To be generous with your time, your kindness, and your courage. It means being the person who lifts others up, who listens with empathy, who acts with integrity. Whether you’re in Year 7 or Year 12, whether you’re a staff member or a guest here today, your part matters. And when you share it, you help shape the heart of this community.
When we each share our part, something extraordinary happens. We become more than a collection of individuals, we become a Sacred Heart community; one known for its compassion and kindness, which should not be mistaken for weakness.
May today be a celebration of joy, acknowledgement of our connection, and a reminder that the spirit of the Sacred Heart of Jesus lives in each one of us.
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be everywhere loved – forever!
Academic Reports
Academic reports will be published in the Parent Orbit and Parent Lounge on the following date:
- Years 7-10 Semester 1 Reports - Monday 28 July at 3.30pm
Parent Teacher Interviews - Monday 4 August
Parent Teacher Interviews for Years 8-11 will be held via Teams on Monday 4 August from 4.00pm to 7.30pm. Booking for these interviews will open on Tuesday 29 July at 9.00am.
Rebecca Graham
Senior Assistant Principal – Learning and Teaching
Championing Young People - Daniel Principe
We were excited to welcome youth advocate and educator Daniel Principe back to the College on Monday 2 June. Following a day engaging with our students, alongside Emma Tabacaru, through the workshop ‘Championing young people in a digital world’, Daniel also spoke to parents and carers in the evening, where he unpacked what the latest academic research reveals about how current social and cultural forces are affecting young people’s wellbeing and their relationships. Daniel discussed what really matters to young people, and provided clarity and tools to help young people analyse and challenge the culture around them.
Daniel has shared the slides he spoke to at the parent / caregivers evening, which we are also sharing with you, along with an article that gives an overview of what Daniel presents for further insights on his messaging.
Although this is focussed on boys, and the girls’ presentations were delivered by Emma, the content was written by Daniel with a female focus.
Keep an eye out for further resources that will be shared over the coming weeks.
Kelly Walker
Assistant Principal Wellbeing and Growth
MSC Mission Office
Through the MSC Mission Office, the College is supporting a school in Papua New Guinea to help them construct clean water tanks. Students raised money throughout this week by sponsoring their House for the Sacred Heart Gift - a relay race run on Sacred Heart Day. The more money a House raised, the shorter the distance their runners needed to run in the Sacred Heart Gift relay race today. In addition, all proceeds from the Mission Concert will support this project, and donations can be made at the Mission Concert tonight.
Sandy Abbey
Assistant Principal - Faith Formation and Mission
ISA Round 6
ISA Round 6 is tomorrow, Saturday 14 June. Team fixtures and bus information can be found in the Parent Lounge and Orbit app under School Links / Extra Curricular.
All buses will leave from the bus zone on Charlotte Street. Students leaving the College should be dropped off in the JFC car park.
The BBQ and Coffee van will be situated at the Main Oval tomorrow from 9.00am. Please see below for the link to volunteer.
IMPORTANT: We aim to have fixtures and bus times uploaded to School Links by Wednesday each week. Please check the fixtures every Friday afternoon/evening for any last minute changes to bus times and/or game cancellations.
Parent Volunteers
We’re seeking parent volunteers to help make our home game hospitality a success by assisting at the Sports BBQ.
Your support is greatly appreciated!
Click here to view the BBQ volunteer roster.
Start your Duke of Ed journey
Students in Years 8–12 who are 14 years or older are invited to kick off their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award adventure! It’s a chance to challenge themselves, build new skills and make memories that count.
We encourage you to register for the upcoming info webinar to learn more about what’s involved and how to get started.
Webinar
📅 Wednesday 25 June
🕕 7.30pm
Coach Phillips
Extra Curriculum Administrator
“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.”
- Nora Ephron, journalist, screenwriter and author.
June Newsletter
- Career Spotlight - Sports Statistician
- UAC Early Offer Open
- Why Study Tips Are Important
- Local Council Apprenticeship
- Bright Awards 2025
- Harness Your Human Skills
- What’s on at the Museum
- Engineering Academy
- Resume Ready
- Projects Abroad Gap Year
- Staying Safe Online
- Competitions Open Now! Challenges Open Now
Donna Murchie
Careers Facilitator
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
IT'S SHOWTIME! BOOK NOW - ONLY A FEW TICKETS LEFT!
Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of the Wizarding World right here at Chev! Come and see our talented students (and some staff cameos) in this thrilling, time-twisting adventure!
Nineteen years after the Battle of Hogwarts, Harry Potter faces new challenges as a father. Meanwhile, his son Albus begins an adventure that will shake the wizarding world once more...
Brought to life by Chevalier College students and staff, and written by playwright Jack Thorne (of Netflix 'Adolescence'), this production marks a magical milestone: Chevalier is the first theatre in NSW and only the third theatre in Australia to perform this acclaimed play!
Showtimes are at 7.00pm on Thursday 19, Friday 20 and Saturday 21 June, and a 2.00pm matinee on the Saturday.
BOOK NOW at https://events.humanitix.com/chev-harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child
Sports Winterfest - Saturday 2 August
Join us for our annual Sports Winterfest! Come and cheer on all our winter sports teams at their home games, enjoy food trucks and beverages, live music, and a dazzling fireworks display!
Saturday 2 August
8.00am – 6.15pm
Book your FREE TICKETS!
Winterfest Supporters
Promote your business, build community.
We are excited to announce the return of our Winterfest celebration, bringing together our community to enjoy a festive day filled with sport, food, fireworks, and community spirit. As we prepare for Winterfest, we are reaching out to local businesses to become supporters for this wonderful celebration.
Winterfest draws thousands of attendees from our community and beyond. It provides an excellent opportunity for businesses to gain visibility and connect with local community.
Please follow this link for more information about the supporters packages we are offering for Winterfest.
To register your interest in supporting this special event please fill out this Expression Of Interest Form by Friday 13 June.
If you have any questions about this exciting opportunity, please contact Chevalier College Development Officer, Averil Cutroni on 4861 0519.
- ISA Round 6 - 14 June
- Year 10 Rural Australians for Refugees Southern Highlands - 16 June
- UOW Visit - 18 June
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Opening Night - 19 June
- GSSCC Training Day - 20 June
- ISA Round 7 - 21 June
- Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Closing Night - 21 June
- Year 12 Biology Excursion - 23 June
- Year 11 Work Placement - 23 June
- Year 11 Studies of Religion 2 Excursion - 23 June
- Year 9 Wilderness Excursion - 23 June
- Health Careers Workshop - 25 June
- Monivae College Sacred Heart Day - 27 June
- School Holidays - 28 June to 21 July
- Winterfest - 2 August