From the Principal
Breaking Bread
We are now less than a fortnight from Holy Thursday, the very first Eucharist at which our Lord commissioned the apostles to replicate the meal both to emphasise community and to remember Jesus’s sacrifice: Do this in memory of me.
I have been blessed this past fortnight to share meals with different members of our community in very different settings, each a celebration of the life we are gifted by God.
* It has been delightful to witness the enthusiasm of our newest community members before, during and after dinner at the Year 7 Dominic & MacKillop camps (one of which including a rousing Happy Birthday to a Year 7 camper).
* At the MACS International Women’s Day breakfast, I accompanied Curriculum Coordinator Pam Ryan and Head of Senior Years Rachel Crawley, celebrating female leaders in Catholic education
* Year 11 student leaders celebrated International Women’s Day by inviting Middle Years female student leaders, female staff leaders and the College Leadership Team to share in morning tea for International Women's Day. They spoke passionately about the importance of lifting each other up by being inclusive, proud of each other and celebrating each other’s success.
* Last Sunday, I was welcomed in the Eucharistic celebration at St John’s parish, Mitcham, to join Fr Dispin John and the community, connecting with some current and future Aquinas families
In memoriam
We join the Caroline Chisholm Catholic College community in mourning the passing of Principal Rob Brennan this weekend. We ask that you keep his family, friends and the CCCC community in your prayers, as he is commended to God’s trust.
Belonging & Perseverance: EISM Swimming Carnival
Congratulations to the many students who represented Aquinas at this week’s EISM Division 1 Swimming Carnival, and thanks to the staff who have supported them both on the day and through many early morning training sessions.
Catholic Education Week
Today marks the conclusion of Catholic education Week, with Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral. This was followed by a concert in Fitzroy gardens for Catholic primary students, at which our Aquinas musicians provided entertainment. Our Year 10 EDGE students also attended a symposium exploring Catholic theology and practice.
Parent-Teacher interviews
Parent-teacher interviews provide a great opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and work with their teachers for areas to build upon for the remainder of the semester. Details of the interviews occurring in the first two weeks of Term 2 are provided in the Learning at Aquinas section below.
Open Day
This Sunday 17 March we will hold our Open Day from 12.00 - 3.00pm. We look forward to showcasing the College and welcoming both prospective families and any current families wishing to tour the campus with our student guides and/or speak with staff. Please see www.aquinas.vic.edu.au/enrolment/#college-tours for more details.
David Broadbent
Principal