The MCHF Newsletter

The Exec Address

From the desks of Sr Margaret & Mr Asmar

Executive Principal Message 

Dear MCHF Community,

 

As we draw to the end of another term and semester 1, I take this opportunity to thank all staff, students and parents/guardians for their combined efforts in supporting one another. We will only succeed as an educational community when we work to support each other and put in our best efforts.

Regarding our Masterplan I would like to provide you with a few updates:

  1. The renovation of H block (across the road) will be completed early September. Once we get the green light for occupation, we will be moving Kindy and Year 1 classes there.
  2. The current Kindy classes will become Y2 classrooms
  3. The spare classrooms will be refurnished to accommodate music rooms and teaching classrooms.
  4. The current block of units next to the grass area has now received Council DA approval. We have gone out to tenders, and we are hoping to soon commence demolition of the block of units to make way for a bigger temporary playground.
  5. We have had ongoing meetings with our architect and project manager to develop a whole school Masterplan that will be staged over 20 years. Watch this space!

Furthermore, over the last few weeks we have spent big money on College resources including:

  • An improved Wi-Fi access across the College
  • Stronger firewall to prevent cyberattacks
  • Purchasing new iPads and laptops for use by staff and students
  • New playground and gym equipment
  • Resources for classrooms
  • Professional Learning guest speakers for staff development
  • New furniture for classrooms

As you can see there are exciting times ahead and we look forward to developing a College with the best possible learning spaces for our students.

Wishing you a blessed and safe term break. I look forward to working with you all in term 3

 

Sr Margaret Ghosn

Executive Principal

Head of College Message 

Dear MCHF Community,

 

Another month has passed since our last edition, and we reflect on the wonderful achievements and success stories we have experienced in the last month. Our theme this year, Journey of Growth, focuses on providing opportunities for students to identify for areas for growth and to journey with their peers, parents, and staff towards celebrating these achievements.  

 

Throughout this last month, we have many achievements and success stories to celebrate and highlight:  

  • Successful K-6 Athletics program. 
  • Stage 3 Girls Soccer Gala Day success (achieving first place in their group). 
  • Successful Year 11, 2025 Subject Selection evening. 
  • Smooth operation of the Secondary mid-course examinations.  
  • Choir members representing the College to perform at a Seniors Morning Tea hosted by Dr Andrew Charlton.  
  • A fantastic turnout for our Grandparents Day celebration Mass and Morning Tea.  
  • Year 10-12 students proudly representing the College at the Western Sydney Careers Expo.  
  • Successful inter-college Public Speaking Showcase involving MCHF, St Maroun’s College, St Charbel’s College, and Holy Saviour School.  
  • Securing funding for the Breakfast Club for a second year.  
  • Fantastic turnout for the State of Origin evening for Years 6-12 students.  
  • Successful Year 6 Reflection Day.  

Student Voice and Involvement in College Life  

Recently, we have been providing opportunities for students to be involved further in the College life. It has been tremendous to see the amount of students becoming involved in the life of the College and making contributions in different ways. Below are some of the ways students have become involved in the College life: 

  • Creating flyers and posts for events and social media platforms.  
  • Writing articles and taking overall responsibility for the College newsletter.  
  • Establishment of the photography club where students take photos of our events and activities.  
  • Leading weekly assemblies.  
  • Organisation of various College events including SRC, and Social Justice. 

College Values Project Update  

This term we launched the College Values project where we are working towards developing College based values that will reinforce our thoughts and actions at the College. We thank all the staff, students and parents who completed the first survey that was sent out recently. We are currently analysing the data and a second survey will be sent for feedback. We hope to launch the values in Term 3. 

 

2023 Annual School Report

The College has released its 2023 Annual School Report. You are invited to view the report which can be accessed from the College website or by clicking here. 

 

Use of Opal Cards on School Buses 

A reminder that all students who travel to and from the College via the bus are required to have a valid opal card. Please remind your child/ren that they must tap on when entering the bus.  

For more information or to apply for an opal card, please click on the link below:  

https://transportnsw.info/school-travel-apply 

Furthermore, a reminder that the College appoint senior students as bus prefects, therefore please remind your child/ren to respect these prefects. 

 

Staff Celebrate End of Term with Noah’s Ark Coffee 

Our Staff celebrated the end of the term with a morning coffee gathering on Thursday 27th June 2024. Staff w

ere treated to hot beverages on a winters morning by Noah’s Ark. This was a complimentary gift to the staff by one of our parents, Mrs Jumana Tawadrous. On behalf of the College Staff, we thank Mr and Mrs Tawadrous and their children for their generosity and for organising this for our Staff.

Still to Come this Term 

As we head towards the end of Term 2, we still have several things to look forward to: 

  • Secondary Athletics Carnival is coming up on Monday 1st July 2024 at Sydney Olympic Park. Information and details for the day are available in the Parent Portal. Please ensure you have provided permission for your child to attend through the Parent Portal. 
  • Primary End of Term Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday 1st July 2024 at 9:15am in the Secondary Hall.  
  • Secondary Student Led Conferences are coming up on Wednesday 3rd July 2024. Students should be close to finalising their preparations for the day. Bookings are now open through the parent portal and will close on Monday 1st July 2024 at 11:00pm. Please refer to the letter send through the Parent Portal for all the information and details of the conferences.  Students are required to be dressed in their school uniform. This promotes a sense of importance towards your child’s learning progress they have experienced this year. 

Term 2 concludes for students on Tuesday 2nd July 2024 

Term 3 commences for students on Tuesday 23rd July 2024 

 

I take this opportunity to thank all the staff for your efforts throughout this term. The tireless hours you put to ensure you provide the best learning experience for our students is appreciated. Thank you to all the students for your efforts throughout this term and for all the contributions you make towards the College and your learning. Finally, thank you to all the parents for your support throughout this term. A special thank you to the Parent Association for all the work, events and time you put in for the College.   

 

I wish you all a safe and restful break and I look forward to continuing our journey of growth in Term 3. 

 

Mr Elie Asmar

Head of College