Dates
- Monday 20 March — EISM Swimming Carnival
- Monday 27 March — Open Day (4.30pm-7.00pm)
- Wednesday 29 March — Old Collegians' Association Business Breakfast (from 7.00am)
- Monday 3 April — Student Progress Interviews online (student free day)
- Tuesday 4 April — Student Progress Interviews onsite (from 4.00pm)
- Tuesday 4 April — Easter Mass (whole school)
- Thursday 6 April — End of Term 1 (2.30pm finish)
- Friday 7 April — Good Friday (College closed)
- Sunday 9 April — Easter Sunday
- Monday 10 April — Easter Monday (College closed)
- Friday 14 April — College Office closes 4.00pm
- Monday 24 April — Start of Term 2 (College Office opens 8.00am)
- Tuesday 25 April — Anzac Day public holiday (College Office closed)
Student Representative Council fundraiser
A short note to inform you that the College Student Representative Council (SRC) has been hard at work planning a fundraiser in support of Project Compassion. As you will know, Project Compassion is a charity organisation that works to help those in need around the world, and we are proud to be supporting them through our upcoming fundraiser.
Although the SRC is newly established for 2023, they have wasted no time in getting into action to help this worthy cause. During the last week of term, the SRC will be selling delicious hot cross buns. We know that many of you will want to support this fundraiser, and we will be communicating more information on how to place your orders soon.
Please keep an eye out for further updates on this SRC initiative, and to get your orders in early to avoid disappointment. Not only will you be supporting a fantastic cause, but you will also be able to enjoy some tasty treats at the same time.
We are proud of our students for their dedication to make a real difference in the lives of those in need.
Kiss and drop area
Just a reminder that occasionally there may be days with heavy traffic at the College, particularly when parents drop off or pick up students from camp or other after-school activities. To ensure the safety and convenience of all who use the driveway, we kindly request that you follow the directions of staff and signs.
We appreciate your cooperation in this matter, as it helps us to maintain a safe and orderly flow of traffic. Thank you for your understanding and assistance in making our campus a safe and enjoyable environment for everyone.
Australia's Best Teachers
News Corp has launched its Australia’s Best Teachers campaign and Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) is a major partner.
Australia’s Best Teachers aims to recognise the wonderful work of those in the profession by celebrating our most inspirational and innovative educators.
The campaign calls on Australians to nominate the great teachers who have, and have had, an incredible impact on our students and all of our lives. A panel of expert judges will then select and announce the top 50 teachers on Saturday 6 May 2023.
We have some great teachers at Mount Lilydale Mercy College and we would like to encourage the entire school community to contribute nominations by clicking HERE.
Butterfly Foundation webinar
Mrs Tina Tasiopoulos
School Wellbeing Coordinator
I am sharing some important information from the Butterfly Foundation that might be helpful when you are communicating to your young person about positive body image. The foundation is holding a ‘Let's Talk Body Confident Children and Teens’ webinar on Tuesday 21 March via Zoom.
It can be hard for children and teens to be accepting of and confident in their bodies. It can also be hard for parents/carers to know what to say or how best to support them. Hear from the experts at the Butterfly Foundation on how to help your child towards a positive body image.
The webinar is for parents and carers of primary and secondary school-aged children and it will cover body image influences, the importance of positive body image, positive role modelling, reducing toxic body talk, responding to appearance bullying, what to do if concerned and resources and supports available.
It will be held from 7.00pm to 8.15pm and costs $15 each. Please register HERE.
Please note this session is not designed for children to attend or for those caring for someone with an eating disorder.
