Learning and Teaching 

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Magnificent Work of our Education Support Staff

On Friday, 15 May, our Education Support staff were acknowledged and celebrated for their contribution to the college. We are very fortunate to have a magnificent team of support staff helping to care for and educate our children and run our college. Our Education Support staff, to mention a few, include our friendly and caring Learning Support Officers, admin staff, wellbeing support officers, trainees, our school nurse Bess, library staff, science lab techs, food tech staff, technology support staff, as well as skilled maintenance and ICT staff.

It is such personnel who are quiet achievers and who so admirably support our teaching staff in effectively delivering the curriculum. On behalf of the college community, I wish to thank our Education Support staff for their significant contribution to our college.

Year 8 Medieval Day

It was wonderful to witness the enthusiasm and active participation of our Year 8 students during the Maid Marian Medieval Day. This immersive experience allowed students to step beyond the classroom and engage with their Humanities learning in a hands‑on, memorable way.

We extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated Humanities teachers, whose thoughtful planning and passion for their program made this enriching learning opportunity possible. Their commitment continues to inspire curiosity and deepen students’ understanding of their learning.

Strive for Success

Exam Period

With exams approaching, students are encouraged to begin building steady routines that support effective preparation. Regular revision, practice tasks, and asking questions in class all help strengthen understanding and boost confidence.

Teachers will guide students through key revision strategies, but real progress comes when students combine this support with their own commitment. Families can help by encouraging a study schedule, reducing distractions, and promoting a healthy balance between schoolwork and wellbeing.

We expect students to show aspiration by working hard, setting goals, and demonstrating that they are active, engaged learners. Approaching exams with preparation and purpose gives every student the best chance to succeed.

Rollover

Semester 2 rollover will commence on Monday, the 15th of June, for two weeks. Year 7 students will roll into their next elective cycle. 

• Year 12 will commence Unit 4, and Year 11 will commence Unit 2. 
• Students in Years 9 and 10 will move to their next elective cycle. 

For year 9 students wishing to change subjects, they must meet with Ms Cashman and submit a green form, and for Years 10 and 11, they must meet with Ms Edgar and submit a green form to her. The last day for any changes to be made is Thursday 25 June at 3:15pm. 

Senior PSTs

It was wonderful to see so many students and their families attend the Year 12 VCE and VCE VM Parent–Student–Teacher Interviews. These PST conversations play an important role in strengthening communication between home and the College, offering a valuable opportunity to review your child’s progress and explore strategies for continued improvement.

If your child is finding the pressures of VCE challenging, they are welcome to arrange a meeting with you and our Director of Senior Studies, Mrs Alison Edgar, to discuss support options and study pathways. Alison can be contacted at asedagr@ccsale.catholic.edu.au.

Share Success

Huge congratulations to our music department on the enormous success they achieved at the Sale Eisteddfod. These fantastic results reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion of both our students and their teachers. We are incredibly fortunate at the College to experience their talent at our assemblies, Performing Arts Days, and lunchtime concerts, where their commitment to excellence truly shines.

Alumni Profile - Will Hams

From the AFL field to business ownership and youth wellbeing, CCS alumni Will Hams has embraced every opportunity that has come his way since graduating in 2012. After being drafted to the AFL, travelling the world, and pursuing further study, Will went on to co-found Liminal Wellbeing, supporting young people across Australia, while also building a successful waste and recycling business. In this alumni profile, Will reflects on his journey, favourite school memories, and the advice he would share with today's students. 

Where has life taken you since graduating from Catholic College Sale (e.g. university, work, travel)?

It’s a tough question to answer when you look back over the 14 years since graduating from CCS. I was fortunate enough to be drafted by Essendon just a few days after celebrating our Year 12 graduation, and I’ve spent most of my time living in Melbourne since then.

After finishing football, I completed a Bachelor of Business Management and spent two years working in a graduate role with a commercial building company. I then left to travel through Central and North America for six months with my partner at the time - now my wife, Grace, who is also a CCS alumni.

That experience gave me the opportunity to reflect on what I really valued and wanted from my career. When I returned, I went back to university and completed postgraduate studies in Psychology and Positive Psychology. This led me to starting Liminal Wellbeing, a youth services organisation focused on supporting young people and their mental health.

Since then, I’ve also started a waste and recycling company alongside some close friends, and today I split my time between both businesses.

Along the way, there’s been plenty of travel, a few moves, and, thankfully, far more ups than downs.

What are some of your favourite memories from your time at Catholic College Sale, or what was your favourite school tradition or event?

Some of my favourite memories were competing in team sports against the other Marist schools. There was always a little extra passion when you were playing alongside your school mates, and we made the most of every opportunity to play together.

I’ll happily admit that I wasn’t the most studious student during my school years, but spending six hours a day with your friends creates plenty of great memories. 

What do you enjoy most about your current career?

What I enjoy most is the variety in my work and the opportunity to positively impact others.

At Liminal, we’ve supported thousands of people through a range of mental health and youth programs. Our mentoring program, in particular, allows young people to work one-on-one with experienced youth workers who help them navigate challenging circumstances and create positive pathways into education, employment, and independence.

Being able to play a meaningful role in someone’s journey is a privilege, and it’s a responsibility we never take lightly.

I also love working alongside so many amazing and motivated people. I firmly believe that you are a product of your environment, surrounding yourself with good people who challenge and inspire you will only make you a better person. 

What advice would you give to your younger self back in school?

When you’re at school, it’s easy to have a narrow view of what work and a career might look like. At the time, I felt like my options were probably more limited than what they actually were. 

What broadened my perspective was being exposed to different people, experiences, and environments outside my immediate circle. That’s one of the things I love most about travel - it pushes you outside your comfort zone and helps you see new possibilities.

I don’t know if I would change much about how I approached school because it has partly shaped who I am today. However, I would continue to encourage myself to keep an open mind, always be respectful to others and say yes to as many opportunities as possible, even if it means going against the grain. 

What is one message you would like to share with today's students and teachers at Catholic College Sale?

Who you are and what you believe today doesn’t mean you have to be that person forever.

Change is inevitable, and life is about embracing those changes and making the most of every opportunity that comes your way. Be open to learning, growing, and evolving as you gain new experiences.

I’ve always enjoyed connecting with people from Gippsland, so if any students are looking for advice, a chat, or even part-time work while they’re at university, I’d be more than happy to hear from them.