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Phone: (03) 8099 6000
Email:info@sfcc.vic.edu.au
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As we begin Term 2 still in the Season of Easter and Light we find ourselves amidst significant changes in the leadership of the Catholic Church with the passing of His Holy Father, Pope Francis.
Last Saturday, the world was able to watch as Pope Francis was farewelled and laid to rest in St Mary Major Basilica in Rome. It was a true reflection of how he lived with humility and simplicity. Commencing with the funeral, the Church entered The Novemdiales, a nine-day period during which nine masses are held for his soul.
As a Franciscan school, we give thanks for a progressive Pope who lived humbly, was a beacon of hope for the poor and marginalised, and embodied love and care for all creation. May his humble life, inspired by the Gospel and our school's patron saint, St Francis of Assisi, continue to guide us in our mission.
During his 12 years as Pope, Francis wrote so much that was easy to read and access.
He wrote about the joy of the Gospel, and tackled world social justice issues such as poverty, climate change and peace.
From his first day as Pope, he asked for the Church to pray for him and called for dialogue with the people. He stayed steadfast to bring renewal to many Catholics while at the same time having a deep respect for all religions.
We ask that you keep in your prayers the leaders of the Church during this time and that they have the courage, like Pope Francis did, to follow their own conscience as they appoint the 267th Pope and Bishop of Rome.
Last Wednesday, St Francis College staff participated in our Annual Faith Formation Day in collaboration with Franciscan Schools Australia.
We reflected on the lives of Pope Francis and St Francis of Assisi, deepening our understanding of their humble, Gospel-inspired lives and our Franciscan identity.
Staff engaged with The Canticle of Creatures and Laudato Si` through interactive workshops, supporting our motto of Faith in Action.
The day concluded with a liturgy and contemplative prayer led by Friar Stephen Bliss. As a parting gift, staff received seeds symbolising St Francis' love of nature, reminding us to connect with creation and each other in fraternity and to “care for our common home”.
Welcome back to Term 2. I hope that all of our families enjoyed the extra week of holidays and that students have returned fresh and ready to learn.
A huge congratulations to our staff and students for their tremendous fundraising efforts for Caritas’ Project Compassion campaign in Term 1.
To date, we have raised well over $6000. Caritas is one of the largest humanitarian organisations in the world. Their approach to aid is to gain local involvement to ensure sustainable change in the lives of the most vulnerable.
It is with great excitement that we announce that our new oval at Cobblebank Campus is officially open.
Thank you to Ben Ling and the team at Sporteng who designed and facilitated construction. This extra space is a welcome addition for both our students at break times and for our Health and Physical Education domain.
The new oval includes a cricket pitch, which will allow the College to establish a Cricket Academy at Cobblebank
Upcoming construction at Cobblebank Campus will include cricket practice nets and our Stage 3 building, which includes learning spaces for senior students.
With Parent Student Teacher Interviews beginning this week, I encourage you to take the time to meet with our teachers to discuss your child’s progress.
I look forward to a busy but exciting Term 2.
| Dates to remember | |
| Wednesday 30 April | Catherine House Mass |
| Monday 5 May | Maker's Market |
| Thursday 1 May | Parent Student Teacher Interviews (on-site) 3.30pm - 8pm |
| Tuesday 6 May | Parent Student Teacher Interviews (on-site) 3.30pm - 7pm |
| Thursday 8 May | Mother's Day Reflection and Breakfast 8am - RSVP now |
| Friday 9 May | Athletics Carnival |
| Monday 12 May - Wednesday 14 May | Year 7 Camp |
| Tuesday 13 May | Parents and Friends meeting |
| Friday 16 May | Year 7 Immunisations |
| Wednesday 21 May | Glowrey House Mass |
| Wednesday 21 May - Friday 23 May | Ensemble Camp |
| Friday 30 May | Year 10 Immunisations |
| Dates to remember | |
| Wednesday 30 April | Catherine House Mass |
| Thursday 1 May | Parent Student Teacher Interviews (on-site) 3.30pm - 8pm |
| Tuesday 6 May | Parent Student Teacher Interviews (on-site) 3.30pm - 7pm |
| Thursday 8 May | Athletics Carnival |
| Friday 9 May | Mother's Day Reflection and Breakfast - 8am RSVP now |
| Tuesday 13 May | Parents and Friends meeting |
| Wednesday 14 May - Friday 16 May | Year 7 Camp |
| Wednesday 21 May | Glowrey House Mass |
| Wednesday 21 May - Friday 23 May | Ensemble Camp |
Last Thursday, teachers and learning support officers attended our professional learning day, the theme for which was Making Numbers Count.
The day was facilitated by Kirstin Bourne, an education consultant with experience in data, literacy and numeracy.
The purpose was to leverage the pre-existing focus on disciplinary literacy (2022, 2023 with Kirstin Bourne) and recent numeracy professional learning from Melbourne University (2024).
Numeracy is one of the three priorities in our 2024-2027 School Improvement Plan.
The aim was to refresh prior learning, to continue to support teachers to build upon their disciplinary numeracy skills and to demonstrate the clear links between literacy and numeracy.
Kirstin began by unpacking our current staff survey data around perceived confidence in teaching numeracy and literacy.
We learned about current data trends from the Grattan Institute and the alignment with our staff. Links were made to cognitive load and the science of learning.
The final session focused on staff collaboration, working within their Domains (Year 7-9 or Year 10-12) to embed explicit teaching of numeracy with an awareness of the literacy required to understand numeracy tasks.
This was a powerful day for learning and teaching, linking the Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Vision for Instruction and the College’s Strategic Improvement Plan.
Last Friday 25 April, the Australian War Memorial in Canberra celebrated the 110th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, as well as commemorating all Australians who have served in times of peace and war.
Thousands of Australians, and I am sure a number of our staff and students, gathered at dawn around the country and at Gallipoli to commemorate ANZAC Day.
Observed on 25 April each year, this is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, commemorating the service and sacrifice of all Australians and New Zealanders in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations.
It specifically marks the anniversary of the first major military action by Australian and New Zealand forces during World War I and the landing at Gallipoli.
ANZAC Day builds national identity - it plays a significant role in shaping Australian and New Zealand national identities, highlighting the shared history and values associated with ANZACS - values of camaraderie, mateship and courage in the face of horrific casualties as a result of war.
ANZAC DAY builds unity - it brings communities together to reflect on the impact of war and conflict on society. In remembering this impact, we pray that we do not repeat the mistakes of the past and that we seek peace at any cost.
ANZAC Day acknowledges continued service – that of Australians and New Zealanders in peacekeeping operations and other conflicts around the world.
This week, students and staff at both campuses took time to acknowledge this important event in Australian history.
It is important that our students learn about and remember the past - not only to give thanks for the sacrifice of others but also to ensure that we seek to avoid the tragic loss of human life that war inflicts.
Elevate Education will host a free webinar for parents and guardians on how to help your child stay motivated as we approach the mid-point of the school year.
Click here to register for the webinar on Wednesday 7 May from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.
Here’s what Elevate will cover on the night:
Elevate works with our students, delivering high-impact workshops on study skills, motivation, wellbeing, and exam preparation. By tuning into their webinar series, you’ll learn how you can help support your child at home by reinforcing the skills they’re learning at school.
Below is a list of other webinars scheduled for Term 2.
Parent Student Teacher Interviews will be held on-site at both campuses on:
Bookings can still be made via the parent portal PAM for Tuesday 6 May. Appointments for Thursday 1 May have now closed.
Below are instructions to help you make your booking. The College will provide interpreters for parents and guardians who require them. You will be asked if you need an interpreter when you log in to PAM to book your interview.
How to book your Parent Student Teacher Interview
It is important that students attend these interviews to share in the conversations taking place, reflecting on what they have achieved and the priorities for the year ahead.
Christians Buses has advised that due to significant traffic congestion between Strathtulloh and Melton, a revised service route will be introduced for the Bacchus Marsh and Melton via Eynesbury and Strathtulloh service.
This means all pick-up times for stops on the morning route have been amended.
The amended timetable will be in effect from next Monday 5 May 2025.
Please note these changes do not relate to the Eynesbury Buz Biz service.
The current delays the service is experiencing are impacting students' arrival times at school and have also had a significant impact on students accessing connecting services at the Melton Secondary College interchange.
The revised morning timetable is below:
7:00 AM – Depart Depot via Fisken Street, Geelong Road, and Parwan Road
7:25 AM – Bendigo Drive & Rushworth Avenue, at the 10th Green
7:27 AM – No. 62 Rushworth Avenue (Park Reserve)
7:30 AM – 671 Eynesbury Road
7:31 AM – 611 Eynesbury Road (Park Reserve)
7:33 AM – Corner of Eynesbury Road & Walhalla Drive (Opposite Golf Shop)
7:42 AM – Corner of Redgum Drive & Strathtulloch Court
7:44 AM – 62 Greens Road
7:48AM – 51 Greens Road
8:02 AM – Staughton College
8:19 AM – Melton Secondary College interchange - Wait for connecting buses
8:29 AM – Kurunjang Secondary College - Drop-off at Palmerston Street
Christians recognises the importance of students arriving on time for classes and understand that the changes may impact some families. The company has apologised for any inconvenience the altered times may cause.
The College will host a special Mother’s Day reflection and breakfast next week to celebrate and recognise all the motherly figures in our students’ lives.
Melton Campus - Thursday 8 May at 8am in the Performing Arts Centre
Cobblebank Campus - Friday 9 May at 8am in the Yellow building
Students and their mothers, grandmothers, aunties or a significant adult in their lives are invited to join us for a prayer reflection followed by breakfast for those who would like to stay.
Siblings are welcome to attend, as is anyone who would like to come along and say a prayer for mothers past and present.
Please click here to RSVP.
Melton Campus students looking for a handmade gift for Mother's Day or special birthday gifts are invited to visit our annual Maker’s Market next Monday 5 May in G139 and G140.
All items have been handmade by our VPC and VCE VM students, and there will be much to choose from including coffee mugs, glass iced coffee cups, insulated cups, trinket dishes, tote bags and pouches, bookmarks, resin serving trays, pocket hugs, plants and terrariums, slime and lots more!
Prices start at $3, with the most expensive items costing $25. Cash and EFTPOS accepted.
And when you’ve finished shopping, don’t forget to pick up a delicious slow cooker hot chocolate!
Congratulations to SFCC students and sisters Olivia (Year 9) and Isabelle (Year 11) who both won medals at the 2025 Australian Open Karate Championships held earlier this month.
Isabelle and Olivia both medalled in their respective Kumite (sparring) divisions, Isabelle earning bronze in the Junior +66kg division and Olivia silver in the Cadet +61kg division.
Their younger sister Charlotte also competed in the event.
On top of her medal win, Olivia has been selected to represent Australia in the 2025 Oceania Karate Championship to be held in Noumea at the start of June.
Her effort and dedication to her training has paid off and we wish her all the very best in the competition ahead.
In our final assembly at the end of last term, we recognised the following students for their commitment to our Core Wellbeing Values of Empathy, Endeavour and Community.
Community Award: Karleigh Nohra, Year 7.
Endeavour Award: Brody Philpot, Year 9.
Empathy Award: Poppy Mullins, Year 8.
Community Award: Ryan Dwyer-Newton, Year 8.
Endeavour Award: Charlie Henderson, Year 9.
Empathy Award: Chloe Sahinis, Year 7.
Community Award: Sahib Sarwara, Year 7.
Endeavour Award: Demitri Ong, Year 9.
Empathy Award: Subha Billah, Year 9.
Community Award: Chayanne Soobraydoo, Year 9.
Endeavour Award: Dom Dizon, Year 7.
Empathy Award: Dawt Tu, Year 9.
Community Award: Amaira Dhawan, Year 9.
Endeavour Award: Celestine Ortega, Year 7.
Empathy Award: Niyumi Samarasinghe, Year 9.
Community Award: Jaylah Toluono, Year 8.
Endeavour Award: Pall Patel, Year 9.
Empathy Award: Lexi Sanchez, Year 7.
Community Award: Adhib Cholakkal, Year 9.
Endeavour Award: Mamie Lukullay, Year 7.
Empathy: Sean Jay Masaquel, Year 8.
Community Award: Rylee Cameron, Year 8.
Endeavour Award: Joachim Iakopo, Year 7.
Empathy Award: Jai Dhaliwal, Year 8.
Congratulations also to the following students who were acknowledged as our 2025 Swimming Carnival MVPs:
Leana Fretwell and Carlos Tupuivao Lemoa
Ryan Dwyer-Newton and Chelsey Beckett
Luisa Quosdorf and Summer Muriwai
Parmeet Warring and Ramneet Warring
Logan Bingle and Jasper Smart
Levi Baratta and Yua Jee
Pearl Silvey and Xavier Warne
Taranveer Dhaliwal and Sienna Petersen
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