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From the Vice Principal – Term 2 Week 6

Jenni Vile on 06/06/2025

Champagnat Day

Today marks the Feast Day of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Brothers and the visionary behind Marist Education. Deeply committed to the needs of young people, particularly those who were poor and marginalised, Marcellin believed that to educate children effectively, one must first love them and love them equally. His legacy continues to inspire Marist schools around the world to nurture communities built on Presence, Simplicity, Family Spirit, Love of Work, and In the way of Mary.

To ensure all students have the opportunity to commemorate this special day, we will celebrate as a College on Friday 20 June. All students from Kindergarten to Year 12 will take part in a Mass or Liturgy, followed by the Annual Champagnat Awards. These awards honour students and staff who exemplify our Marist characteristics in their everyday actions, modelling the values and spirit of Marcellin Champagnat in our community. Primary students will also participate in a Lapathon to raise money for Lifelink.

A reminder that our K-Y2 students will spend the day at the Lavalla Campus. Pre-Kindergarten students will attend Marian Campus and their class as normal.

Further information on the day will be sent to families in the coming week. We look forward to coming together as a College to honour the life and mission of Saint Marcellin and to celebrate those in our community who live out his vision in meaningful and inspiring ways.

2026 Term Dates           

The 2026 Term dates have been finalised and can be accessed

Transperth Service Changes

To address the late arrival of the school specials Transperth will affect the following changes from 22 June 2025:

Route 422 

  • The service to Scarborough Beach Bus Station continuing as School Special 717 will now depart Karrinyup Bus Station at 7.38am.   

 School Special 717  

  • School Special 717 will now depart Scarborough Beach Bus Station at 7.57am.         

Carpark Courtesy

As a College, we have received several reports about dangerous behaviours in the Marcellin carpark.

I would like to take this opportunity to reinforce the expectations of carpark use:

  • Adhere to sign posted speed limits (8kph within the car park)
  • Do not stop in keep clear zones.
  • If you are dropping off or picking up students, pull into a bay or a 鈥榙rop off/ pick up鈥� zone. Please do not stop in the middle of the carpark as this blocks traffic.
  • Adhere to any directive signage (give way, authorised access only, etc).

In the last newsletter I provided an update on the Lavalla Carpark Map and flow, in addition the above please observe the following when accessing this Carpark.

  • Please continue to clearly display your family names on the car dashboard if you are using the Kiss 鈥楴鈥� Ride service.
  • If your child is not ready for collection in the Kiss 鈥楴鈥� Drive zone, please continue through the loop and either rejoin the circuit or park in the Eastern section of the carpark.
  • Parents wishing to park should remain in the right lane and use the main carpark bays.
  • Please keep the left lane clear and moving to ensure traffic flows smoothly and to prevent cars from backing up onto Empire Avenue.

These small steps will ensure safety, a shared sense of courtesy, and will allow traffic to flow smoothly.

秀秀直播 Parents Forum

The 秀秀直播 Parent Forum is an opportunity for parents to connect with College leadership and contribute to the life of the school. Held once per term, the 秀秀直播 Parent Forum is led by the Principal and Vice Principal in collaboration with the 秀秀直播 Parent K-12 Executive Committee.

The 秀秀直播 Parent Forum works in partnership with the College Executive to support key events, advance the Strategic Plan, and advocate for both the College and its families within the school and wider community.

We encourage all parents to take part in these forums to stay informed and engaged in the ongoing growth of 秀秀直播.

The next 秀秀直播 Parents Forum is taking place this Monday 9 June at 6pm in the JHN Learning Hub. If you are unable to attend in person you can join online on Teams. The agenda and TEAMs link are in the key dates section. We hope to see you there!

秀秀直播 Community Quiz Night

Our Community Quiz night is fast approaching and tables are selling fast. This year we are raising money for two very special causes.

  • – an aid organisation that provides education to young people in disadvantaged communities in our Province
  • 鈥� a not-for-profit working to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young Western Australians, by offering evidence-based, safe, high-quality services, at no cost.


As a Marist school, these are causes that are close to our hearts.

In addition to purchasing a table, you can also support these causes in the following ways:

  1. Prize Donations 鈥� Prizes that can be used in a raffle, including but not limited to 鈥� gift vouchers, hamper items, electronics and experiences.
  2. Event Sponsorship 鈥� There various sponsorship opportunities available, local businesses can be showcased, while contributing to this cause.
  3. Volunteering 鈥� Assist various tasks on the evening, as well as setup and pack down.

Please contact Jenni Vile, Marketing Officer (jenni.vile@newman.wa.edu.au), if you are interested in assisting.

Your generosity and support will be instrumental in contributing to this unforgettable evening and ensuring that we can maximise our fundraising efforts.

Mr Michael Chiera

VICE PRINCIPAL

Primary Update – Term 2 Week 6

Jenni Vile on 06/06/2025

Assembly – 3 Red

Last Friday, 3 Red treated us with a walk down memory lane as they shared our 秀秀直播 journey over the decades, reminding us that no matter what era, what the buildings look like or the technology we have access to (or don鈥檛!), our Marist Heart remains. Thank you Mrs McAuliffe and 3 Red for such an entertaining and informative assembly.

Assembly – 1 Green

Today, we had our very last assembly at the Marian campus, performed by Year One Green. We learnt about all the different types of habitats and what animals need to survive. It was a a great reminder that all living things are God鈥檚 creatures and we have a responsibility to not only take care of all living things, but our beautiful Earth too. Thank you for Miss Guarino, Mrs Eindorf and Ms Florias for all of your work in preparing for the assembly.

Application of sunscreen

Applying sunscreen to students in WA is crucial to protect them from the high levels of UV radiation that can lead to skin cancer and other sun-related health issues. In warmer months, the College supports children to apply sunscreen in the middle of the day. In early childhood, the College also assists by role modelling and supporting students initially, but if a student cannot do this independently, then the educator needs to assist in the application of sunscreen. Parents and guardians are welcome to discuss this with Sarah Pagett, Head of Primary (Acting), and to supply your own sunscreen, should they have any concerns about allergies or sensitivities.

Dolomite Crescent

We have had some concerns from local residents regarding our families dropping off their children on Dolomite Crescent, close to the Silkwood Turn intersection. Please observe the road rules, including speed limits and no standing section of Dolomite Crescent to ensure the safety of our students.

Marian Move – Library Closure

In preparation for our exciting move to from Marian to the Churchlands site, the Marian library will close in Week 7 to prepare and pack. Students will still participate in their library sessions in their classrooms. Please assist us by returning any library books you have as soon as possible.

Occupational Therapist Visit

On Thursday afternoon, our Marian families were invited to attend a Parent Information session with Occupational Therapist (OT), Meg Cameron. Meg explained what an Occupational Screen looks for, in relation to each age and stage of development in the early years. Parents were shown a range of tools and toys that can be used at home to help develop hand strength, a foundational aspect of pencil grip and handwriting development. There was a useful Q&A section where topics like core strength, crossing the midline, coregulation and the positive long-term impact of early intervention were discussed. We are excited to be connecting families with experts like Meg, who can explain how allied health professionals can help their children thrive.

Recognition of Outstanding Achievement

Congratulations to Anelle Seow on her 1st place in the Grade 4 category at the Fremantle Eisteddfod. Annelle began her violin journey in Kindergarten at 秀秀直播. Just two days before the competition, she injured her thumb but through perseverance and determination, she was able to participate.

Congratulations also to Zechary Wong鈥檚 recent tennis achievements, winning the Championship in the J125 North Beach Junior Tennis Tournament and finishing as Runner-Up in the J250 IGA Hensman Junior Tennis Tournament. This is a fantastic effort and a reflection of his hard work and dedication to the sport.

Mrs Sarah Pagett

ACTING HEAD OF PRIMARY

Mission Update – Term 2 Week 6

Jenni Vile on 06/06/2025

Over the past few weeks, I have had the pleasure of meeting many families during enrolment interviews for our Year 7 cohort of 2028. It is one of my favourite parts of the year. Hearing what matters most to families, and what they hope for their children. So often, I hear hopes that their children will feel safe, grow in confidence, succeed in their learning, and become good young people. These hopes echo the same vision that St Marcellin Champagnat held for the young people in his care 鈥� 鈥�to form good Christians and good citizens鈥�.

Today, 6 June, marks the Feast Day of St Marcellin Champagnat. While we will celebrate this occasion with mass and our annual Champagnat Awards following our Year 11 and 12 Exams, it is worth pausing to remember the mission of the Marist Brothers – to make Jesus Christ known and loved.

When I speak to my Year 7 students, I often say there are two ways you can accomplish this. One way is to talk about him, to attend mass, to reflect on the scriptures, and to learn the stories of his life. The other, is in how we live, and how we choose to treat each other, how we choose to build a community of faith and love. Marcellin Champagnat saw Jesus not only in churches or classrooms, but in every young person. He believed that to truly love Jesus meant making sure others experienced that love through kindness, encouragement, and presence in the small, every day moments.

We see that same mission alive in our College today. When teachers go the extra mile for their students, when students include someone who is feeling left out, or when families come together in faith and service. It is in our relationships, in our values, and in our culture. This week, I saw a perfect example of this in action.

I was doing a tour of our Marcellin campus with the family of a Year 4 girl, when we visited one of the Food Tech classes. We popped in to say hello to two Year 8 students, Eva and Grace, who had waved at us enthusiastically through the window, welcoming us in. They spent time speaking with the young girl on tour, laughing with her, sharing what they had been doing, and even offering her some of the food they had just prepared. In their brief interaction, Eva and Grace displayed something really beautiful – kindness without being asked, joy without hesitation, and a genuine welcome to someone new to our community. In that moment, perhaps without even knowing it, they made Jesus known and loved. Not through words, or a lesson from the stories of his life, but through their actions; how they made someone feel seen, included, and valued.

Often, people think that the mission of making Jesus known and loved is beyond them. That they don鈥檛 have the knowledge, or the expertise, or the required level of 鈥榟oliness鈥� needed to do such a task. But the reality is, the mission of making Jesus known and loved is within the grasp of every member of our community 鈥� students, staff, and families. We are all capable of being good and loving, and sharing this with others. As we celebrate the Feast Day of St Marcellin Champagnat this week, I invite you to ask yourself:

  • How am I helping to make Jesus known and loved in my own way?
  • What small, but meaningful thing(s) can I do in our community to make a difference to someone else?

In the Marist spirit, it鈥檚 not about grand gestures. It鈥檚 about the quiet faithfulness of people who choose, again and again, to care 鈥� and we are lucky to have students like Eva and Grace who choose to do that. That鈥檚 the legacy of St Marcellin, and one that we are invited each day to be a part of.

Marist Parent Formation Evening

Have you ever wanted to understand a little bit more about the Marist story?

Or to better understand the roots and values of our 秀秀直播 community?

We warmly invite you to join us for a special evening of conversation, connection, and reflection as we explore the heart of our Marist story while enjoying some food and drink together.

This is an opportunity to learn more about the values that shape our College – simplicity, presence, family spirit, love of work, and following the way of Mary – and how these continue to guide our community today.

Whether you’re new to the College or have been with us for years, we鈥檇 love for you to be part of this relaxed and welcoming evening. Come and discover how the spirit of St Marcellin Champagnat lives on in our shared mission to form young people as good Christians and good citizens.

To register your interest, .

Finance & Operations – Term 2 Week 4

Jenni Vile on 23/05/2025

Lavalla Build – Update

As mentioned in the Vice Principal’s update, the recent removal of site sheds by our builder, Badge Constructions, indicates that the construction of our new PK 鈥� Year 2 facilities are nearly complete. Some aerial photos below show the ongoing development of the site. We are anticipating the handover of the facilities next month. The process of relocating from the Marian campus is underway, and we will provide further updates in due course.

Bus Survey

Thank you to those parents who expressed interest through our recent survey, with a view to evaluating the possibility of chartered bus services to and from the College. Unfortunately, the level of interest required to provide a sustainable service was not received. I have included a small table below showing the data from the survey. It was noted that the cost of the service was a likely reason for the less than expected response. Concerns were also raised about committing to the required number of weekly journeys.

Total responses received:16
Glendalough Station5
Karrinyup Bus Station9
Other Areas2

As you know, Transperth have declined our request for additional services to/from the areas mentioned. Families seeking increased bus services from Karrinyup & Stirling are suggested to continue to liaise with Transperth regarding possible increases to their services.

City of Stirling 鈥� Parking

We have received notification from the City of Stirling regarding parking infringements and the resulting impact on our neighbours, particularly around the areas of Tuscany Way, Mantua Crescent & Dolomite Court. Parking rangers have asked us to convey their requests for drivers to adhere to the signage and restrictions marked. In the event that breaches continue, they are likely to resort to issuing infringement notices without further warning.

Thank you for your understanding and respect for our neighbours.

Mission Update – Term 2 Week 4

Jenni Vile on 23/05/2025

This week, I had the joy of taking some families on a tour of our College. One of the highlights of these moments is being able to introduce families to what it means to be part of a Marist school community – to speak about our Marist charism, the characteristics that underpin our way of being, and of course, the story of our founder, Saint Marcellin Champagnat.聽

In establishing his vision for the education and formation of young people, Marcellin said: 

鈥淭o educate children, you must first love them and love them all equally.鈥� 

It sounds so simple, and something we might hope to take for granted, but I find myself reflecting on this call often. To not just love children鈥� but to love all children. 

Loving all children equally means seeing the dignity, worth, and value in every child, not just those who are well-behaved or high-achieving. It also includes those who may challenge us. It means recognising the quiet child, the restless child, the upset child, and the child who carries wounds from a story we may not yet know or fully understand.聽

In our Marist community, 鈥榓ll children鈥� includes every young person in our care. But as we approach National Reconciliation Week, it鈥檚 an opportunity to widen our lens – to include children and families from communities we may not yet fully know or understand. This includes our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander brothers and sisters. Loving them equally means listening to their stories, honouring their experiences, and walking alongside them toward healing. 

This is the heart of reconciliation. 

At its core, reconciliation is about healing relationships. Not only between individuals, but also with the truth of our shared history, and with those whose voices have often gone unheard. It asks us to take the first step: to listen with humility, to reflect with honesty, and to approach one another with the Marian qualities of simplicity, gentleness, and presence. 

In the Gospels, we see Jesus reach out to those who were hurting or excluded. He met people where they were and reminded them of their worth. As Marists, we hope to follow his example by how we live, how we treat others, and how we respond with compassion. 

This year鈥檚 theme for National Reconciliation Week, 鈥楤ridging Now to Next,鈥� encourages us to honour the past, including the pain and injustice experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, while working together to build a more just and united future. It reminds us that reconciliation isn鈥檛 a one-off event, but an ongoing journey. 

It鈥檚 natural to wonder, in the face of something so significant, whether our small actions make a difference. 

But it is easy if we begin with something simple. 

We can begin by listening to the call of St. Marcellin and simply loving all children, even those we don鈥檛 yet fully understand. We can honour the dignity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by continuing to walk with them, to learn from them, and to commit ourselves to truth and healing.聽

Next week especially, we are invited to be bridge-builders: people who listen, who learn, and who choose to lead with love. 

Mr Stuart McClorey

DIRECTOR OF MISSION & CATHOLIC IDENTITY