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Secondary Update Term 4 Week 2

Jenni Vile on 18/10/2024

Class of 2024 Graduation

The Class of 2024 with their families and ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ staff gathered at Optus Stadium on Wednesday 16 October to acknowledge and celebrate their successes and achievements. The evening commenced with a beautiful and reverent mass in which the College staff, the Class of 2024 and their families gathered in the River View room. The students listed below were recognised for their incredible achievements with the following awards:

ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork AwardAcknowledges a student who has shown outstanding qualities in leadership, teamwork, problem solving and resourcefulness.Darcy Bird
ADF Future Innovators AwardAcknowledges students who are high achievers in the STEM subject areas.Olivia Rubens
Ampol Best All RounderMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12Jack Stahl
Most Outstanding Male AthleteMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12Marcus Malaxos
Most Outstanding Female AthleteMost points scored across all carnivals in Year 12.Hayley Swift
Contribution to Sports AwardOutstanding leadership and contribution to the sporting life of the College.Imogen Boss
Brother Stephen Bugg AwardOutstanding contribution to the Arts.Oliver Laurent
Sister Antoninus Campbell AwardDemonstrating exceptional resilience.Charles Coleman
Class of 1977 AwardOutstanding achievement in VET training.Hayley Swift
A.B. Cronin AwardOutstanding leadership and contribution across the College.Darcy Bird
Sister Perpetua Gill AwardOutstanding contribution to the Christian life and spiritual culture of the College.Ava Terribile
Saint John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ AwardOutstanding contribution to Christian life and spiritual culture of the College.Matthew Tomassone
Brother Cletus Read AwardProxime AccessitAriana Mason
Monsignor Kennedy AwardDux of the CollegeJaydon Augustus

Uniform and Personal Presentation

This week on Marcellin Campus, conversations among year levels have focused on maintaining expectations despite it being Term Four. Students have been reminded about the College’s uniform and personal presentation guidelines. The focus of our discussions has included the following:

  • Formal school shirts are ironed and clean, and the only button undone is the top collar button.
  • Haircuts must be of blade length number 3 or longer, and there should be no major discrepancy between long and short/shaved hair.
  • Makeup is not to be worn.
  • Skirts should reach the knee when standing. 
  • Male students must always be cleanly shaven.

A few students across year levels have been asked by their Leader of Wellbeing to lengthen their skirt by letting down the hem or purchasing a new skirt. For our Year 10 and Year 11 students who require a new skirt, the Uniform Shop will be reducing the price of current skirts, skorts, and girls’ trousers to $45 prior to the phasing in of the new skirt. Please note that these items, sold at the reduced price, can only be worn for the next two years.

Year 7 and Year 10 Catch Up Immunisations

On Tuesday 22 October, Year 7 and Year 10 students who missed their immunisations earlier in the year have been given another opportunity at school to do this. If this applies to your child, information about the immunisations has been emailed to you.

Year 11 Exams

Year 11 students commence their exams from Monday 4 November (Week 5). Students are expected to observe the Uniform and Personal Presentation Guidelines and wear their formal summer uniform. The exam timetable can be viewed .

If students are on campus during the exam period working with staff or studying, they are expected to wear their PE uniform and abide by the College’s Mobile Phone Policy.

It is compulsory for all Year 11 students to attend the College on Friday 22 November from 8.45am until 1pm for the Annual Awards Assembly and final Year 11 activities.

Campus Parking

The College has received some feedback from residents within the area who have expressed concerns about cars being parked in places which restrict residents’ access in and out of their properties. We remind families to please observe the council parking signs and to be respectful of residents with whom we share the roads. Please be aware that the council has been notified, and we ask for families to support the College in maintaining positive relationships with our local residents.

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject selection for Year 11, 2025 

Thank you to all families who participated in the subject selection process for Year 11, 2025. The College is currently finalising missing selections and constructing the timetable for 2025. 

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024.  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Enrolling in Notre Dame UniPath for 2025 

The Notre Dame UniPath program is now open for applications for 2025. Please see below a summary of the UniPath and UniReady Programs: 

 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;UniReady UniPath 
Outcome 70 ATAR 70 ATAR 
Valid for All WA Universities (but to enter UWA you need 65% in UniReady) Curtin, ECU, Murdoch, Notre Dame. 
Structure One of your 6 school subjects in Year 12. Taught here at ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, by a teacher, in a classroom each day. Attend Notre Dame Fremantle campus one day per week, for 12 weeks. 
How to apply Select UniReady as one of your Year 12 subjects next year. (Or tell me if you’d like to enter) See below. 

If you would like to enrol in UniPath for next year, you can now apply for entry to this program. 

  1. Read the information here:   
  1. If it looks right for you, see the “How To Apply” section for the process. 
  1. If you are already enrolled in UniReady but decide to switch to UniPath, please let me know. 

For students thinking of attending University 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:   

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024. 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

Parent and family resources 

Each year, the Australian Government publishes a resource for parents / guardians to assist in career conversations. The 2024 version can be found here:   

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2025 might find the following interesting: 

  • Defence Force Gap Year:  
  • Other gap year ideas:  
  • And:  

Apprenticeship and Trades information 

The 2024 edition of the Apprentice Intake Guide has now been published. This guide is a large listing of many different apprenticeship opportunities available. 

Students and families can access the Guide here:  

ATAR Examinations Timetable 2024 

The 2024 ATAR examinations timetable can be found at the links below: 

 

 

University and TAFE dates 

University deadlines and information  

Date Information 
31 August Last date to enter Veterinary Science as a preference on TISC. You can’t apply for Vet after this date. 
30 September Last date to enter a preference on TISC for Medicine (Curtin, UWA, Notre Dame). 
29 November Last date to upload any known medical/family evidence (via the TISC website) that might affect your ATAR. 
2 December Final round of early offers sent to students. 
15 December ATAR results available on the TISC website. 
17 December Closing date for applications / changes of preferences on the TISC website. 
21 December Offers sent to students. 
15 January Last date to apply for second-round offers. 
21 January Second-round offers sent to students. 

 &²Ô²ú²õ±è; 

For instructions on how to apply using TISC (including for UniReady / UniPath students), please refer to . 

For guidance on how the offer process works / how to accept / what to do if you don’t get an offer / deferring – please see here:  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
 
 
 
TAFE deadlines and information 
  

Date Information 
6 September Applications open for Semester 1, 2025. 
1 November Last date to apply for Semester 1, 2025. 
4 December onwards Offers will be made after this date. 

 
Students and families can find a list of all TAFE courses at this link:   
 
 
 
 

Information about University entry 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:  
  • Are you the first person in your family to attend University? This might assist:  
  • Here are some useful tools to prepare students for the transition to University:   
  • Students and families may also find these resources from Curtin University helpful:  

University scholarships 

Curtin University   
Edith Cowan University (ECU)   
Murdoch University   
Notre Dame University   
University of Western Australia (UWA)   
Christian Leaders Scholarship  

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
WAAPA Tour (ECU) 30 October ? 
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 6 November  
Future Students Information Evening (ECU) 20 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 13 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 20 November  
Curtin University Pathway support sessions 27 November  
Notre Dame Information Day 16 December  

From the Vice Principal – Term 4 Week 2

Jenni Vile on 18/10/2024

Grandparents’ Day Mass

We are excited to welcome all grandparents to our upcoming Grandparents’ Day celebration on Thursday, 24 October. This special occasion offers a wonderful opportunity for students to share their school experiences with their grandparents, fostering intergenerational connections and celebrating the significant role grandparents play in our lives.

The day will begin at 8.10am with Mass in the Champagnat Chapel for Lavalla and Marcellin families, which will be followed by light refreshments. At Marian Campus there will be a liturgy at 9am at St Cecilia’s Church. Following the Liturgy, grandparents are warmly invited to visit their grandchild’s classroom. Students from Pre-Kindy to Year 2 will proudly showcase their work and learning environments, offering a glimpse into their daily school life.

We look forward to celebrating the invaluable contributions that grandparents make to our ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ community.

Arts Week

From Monday 21 October to Friday 25 October, we will be celebrating Arts Week, a vibrant celebration of creativity. Throughout the week, students will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities designed to showcase their artistic talents.

Our Arts Department will provide students with the opportunity to participate in daily quizzes covering themes such as Movie Quotes, Album Covers, Music, Visual Art, and Musicals. Lunchtime will be filled with fun interactive events, including Charades, Taskmaster challenges, a Silent Disco, Colouring-In Competitions, and an Art Exhibition featuring student artwork. Additionally, special after-school events will highlight the diverse talents of our students, including a Music Collective and a Dance Showcase.

Arts Week promises to be a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and appreciation for the arts within our College community. We encourage all students to get involved and celebrate their artistic expression.

Kaleidoscope – ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ Arts Festival

The ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ Arts Festival is a Term 4 highlight, showcasing the creativity and talent of our students. We invite families and friends to join us for a range of performances and exhibitions from Wednesday, 23 October, to Friday, 25 October.

The festival kicks off with the Visual Arts & Technologies Exhibition Opening Night on Wednesday, 23 October, from 4-7pm in the Marist Auditorium. Students from Kindy to Year 12 will have their artwork on display, including pieces from every primary student. There will also be music, dance, and drama performances every 15 minutes, along with food trucks, face painting, and fairy floss on the oval to create a festive atmosphere. The exhibition will be open for public viewing on 24-25 October, from 8am-4pm.

On Thursday night, join us for the Music Collective from 6-8pm in the Marist Auditorium, featuring vocal and instrumental ensembles from Lavalla and Marcellin, along with solos from our talented Marcellin Scholarship students. No tickets are required—just come and enjoy the music!

The festival wraps up on Friday, 25 October, with the Dance Showcase from 6:30-8:30pm, showcasing performances from our primary and secondary dance troupes. Tickets are required for this event: $12.50 (concession) and $17.50 (adults). You can purchase tickets .

We hope to see you at the festival to celebrate the incredible work of our students!

WACE Examinations

Many of our Year 12 students will soon be sitting their final WACE Examinations commencing on Monday 28 October. Please remember them in your prayers, asking for focus, confidence, and peace during this important time. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication and look forward to seeing each of them achieve their personal best.

World Teachers’ Day – Friday 25 October

World Teachers’ Day acknowledges the significant role our teachers play in shaping the future through education. This day shines a spotlight on the dedication, hard work, and profound impact of teachers around the globe, offering us a chance to honour their invaluable contributions to society.

At ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, we are truly blessed to have such committed and passionate educators who go above and beyond in their roles. Our teachers are deeply invested in helping our students “Let their Light Shine” and guiding them to become Good Christians and Good Citizens. Their dedication to living out the Marist characteristics of Family Spirit and Presence, not only in the classroom but across all aspects of College life, is inspiring.

On this special day, I encourage you to take a moment to thank your child’s teachers. I am confident you would agree that we are fortunate to have such devoted and selfless individuals serving our College community.

Year 5 Retreat

The Year 5 retreat focuses on providing formation for our students as they prepare to nominate for the positions of Student Council and Sports Captains in 2025. Facilitated by 24:7 Youth Ministry, students will have the chance to explore what it means to be a leader, and the example Jesus provides to us. Students will also explore the Fruits of the Holy Spirit – the qualities and attributes we can demonstrate to live as the Holy Spirit guides us. The day will include the opportunity for games, collaborative learning, and individual reflection. We hope your students enjoy a wonderful day!

Game Changers

Next Tuesday afternoon, our Game Changers students will come together to celebrate another great year of Youth Ministry, taking part in some games and other collaborative activities as they bring their year to a close. Students will enjoy some pizza and drinks, as they reflect on the relationships they have built throughout the year, as well as the learning and development that has taken place. We hope it is a fitting end to what has been a wonderful year for these students and their mentors.

Uniform Changes

We would like to inform you about some important updates regarding the College uniform, particularly in response to inquiries from parents about the availability of the new skirts arriving later in the term. These skirts will be available for purchase during orientation appointments for new students.

In addition, the Uniform Shop will be reducing the price of current skirts, skorts, and girls’ trousers to $45. Please note that these items, sold at the reduced price, can only be worn for the next two years.

Students currently in Year 6 at ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, transitioning into Year 7, will be permitted to continue wearing the old grey skirt for two years. All new students to the College will be required to purchase the new skirt.

We are also excited to announce that, starting in 2025, the Guild system will be expanded to include all students from PK-12. This means that Marian and Lavalla students will also be placed into one of the eight Guilds. To allow for a smooth transition, we will be phasing out the current faction shirts at Marian and Lavalla over the next two years, replacing them with Guild shirts for all students from PK-12. For more details about this change, please refer to the Primary section of the newsletter

Maggie Dent Presentation: From the Sandpit to Adulthood

We are thrilled to announce that ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ will be hosting renowned author, educator, and parenting expert, Maggie Dent, on Monday, 28 October 2024. Known for her down-to-earth, practical advice, Maggie’s presentations are always a favourite among parents. In fact, this event has proven so popular that it is already sold out!

During her talk, Maggie will share her invaluable insights on the “10 keys to parenting”—essential tools to help raise happy, healthy, resilient children who are ready to reach their full potential.

We look forward to welcoming Maggie and our ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ community for what promises to be a fantastic evening.

From the Principal – Term 4 Week 2

Jenni Vile on 14/10/2024

Welcome back to Term 4! The first two weeks of the new term have seen all classes settle back into the good routine of learning and teaching. It has been so energising visiting classes across Marian, Lavalla and Marcellin campuses, and watching our students dive deeply into their learning. We welcome new families to our community who have begun their ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ journey in Term 4. 

Year 12 Graduation Mass & Awards Ceremony 

This significant rite of passage was held on October 16 at Optus Stadium. Fr Garner celebrated Mass and families, staff and the Class of 2024 then moved into a formal dinner and presentations. Each student was presented to the community, acknowledging their place as graduating students from ÐãÐãÖ±²¥. Subject and College awards were also featured alongside the 2024 College Captains’ Address. The Class of 2024 was acknowledged for their legacy to our community and sharing the night with families was so special for our staff. Our prayers are with the Graduates as they prepare for WACE examinations or move into traineeships, apprenticeships, TAFE or work.  

Feast Celebrations 

The Feast Day of our College Patron, St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, happened on 9 October. We came together as a College community the following day to celebrate St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ with Mass and the Primary Buddy Day. For those unaware, St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ was a 19th century significant leader of the Church. Having spent the first half of his life in the Anglican tradition and ordained, ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ became a Catholic on 9 October 1845 after a significant time of discernment, eventually becoming a Cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. In the decision pre-dating the beginning of ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, Churchlands in 1977, the orders of the Marist Brother and Dominican and Brigidine sisters settled on the name of the new College as ÐãÐãÖ±²¥. It first began as the ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ system before evolving into our school today. In St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, the community of the time saw the wonderful example of a person with great spiritual depth and a relational base to faith. St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ wrote of a faith where ‘heart speaks to heart’ and this meets the Spirituality of the Heart that is our Marist way- Strong Mind, Gentle Heart. 

This fortnight we have also remembered St Mary MacKillop whose canonisation anniversary falls on October 16. St Mary of the Cross. In Australian education and Christian faith, St Mary stands as a giant who, through the work of her Sisters of St Joseph, brought Catholic education to much of Australia’s rural and regional areas in the late 19th and through the 20th centuries. Our Mackillop Guild is named in honour of Mary MacKillop.  

As you would know when attending our parent nights and major celebrations we pray to St Mary of the Cross and St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, alongside Mary our Good Mother and St Marcellin Champagnat in our Litany of Prayer. 

Celebrating Alumni- Rhodes Scholar 

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You may have noticed our recent social media posts celebrating Alumna.Ìý Eden Rigo (Class of 2015) who was recently announced as the recipient of the Rhodes Scholarship 2025. She will begin her studies at Oxford University in 2025.

Eden has excelled in sports, drama and academia, and is driven to create equitable, sustainable communities in her work. We have been researching into our 113 year history as a school entity to determine whether Eden is our first Rhodes Scholarship recipient. Eden is in fact our second Rhodes Scholar, the first being Bronte Adams in 1986.

Our College community is so proud of Eden and we look forward to the wonderful impact she will continue to make through her studies and commitment.Ìý

To live is to change, and to be perfect is to have changed often.
St John Henry ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ 

MR ANDREW WATSON

PRINCIPAL

Secondary Update Term 3 Week 10

Jenni Vile on 20/09/2024

Champagnat Shield Announcement

On Wednesday 18 September, we commenced our day with Guild assemblies run by the 2024 Guild Captains. Following this, students moved to Founders’ Court for the announcement of the 2024 Champagnat Shield winner. The winner is determined based on: academic performance, sporting performance, engagement in immersion experiences, mass attendance and commendations. Romero Guild took out 1st place with a score of 1841 points!

Romero Guild enjoyed a break from classes during Period 1 and Period 2, joined by their PCG teachers. They had a BBQ breakfast, Krispy Kremes, and the opportunity to participate in activities which included a silent disco, archery and mindfulness colouring. Please see below the official tally.

The race for the 2025 Champagnat Shield will commence on Tuesday 8 October.

1st Place: Romero Guild 1841 points.
2nd Place: Marcellin Guild 1766 points.
3rd Place: Catherine Guild 1717 points.
4th Place: Chisholm Guild 1444 points.
5th Place: Thomas More Guild 1410 points.
6th Place: MacKillop Guild 1400 points.
7th Place: Camara Guild 1233 points.
8th Place: Brigid Guild 1109 points.

Year 10 Peer Support Training Day: Developing Tomorrow’s Leaders

On Tuesday 10 September, Year 10 students took part in the Peer Support Training Day. The day was designed to equip students with skills needed to become effective Peer Support Leaders. Leadership is more than just being in charge—it’s about setting an example and helping others grow. Throughout the day, students were encouraged to explore what effective leadership means to them, discovering that leaders are empathetic, responsible, and resilient.

The day focused on fostering leadership abilities through some of the following areas.

Building Character Strengths

One of the central components of leadership is character. Students participated in activities that identified their individual strengths and virtues, such as creativity, bravery, perseverance, and curiosity. By recognising and developing these traits, they gained a deeper understanding of how their personal qualities can influence others and contribute to a positive school environment.

Meaningful Connections and Listening

At the heart of peer support is the ability to form meaningful connections. Students practised active listening techniques, a key tool in understanding the needs of others. This ability to listen and build trust is fundamental for peer support leaders who will guide younger students through both everyday challenges and difficult situations.

Empathy and Managing Challenging Situations

Empathy was emphasised as a core value in peer leadership. Students engaged in scenarios that involved putting themselves in others’ shoes, understanding their emotions, and responding with compassion. In addition to this, they explored ways to manage difficult and challenging situations that their peers might face—such as getting lost, friendship issues, or school stress.

Team building

By the end of the training, the Year 10 students walked away with a toolkit of skills, ready to step into their roles as Peer Support Leaders. They learnt how to lead a group of students, how to design team building activities and aspects of servant leadership.

We look forward to seeing how these budding leaders will apply what they’ve learned in their everyday interactions and the difference they will make in our school community!

Congratulations to the following students who completed the training: Oliver Groughan, Riyan Naveed, Poppy Vogl, Alyssa Petracca, Olivia McMahon, Grace Bradshaw, Ella Hills, Olivia Hildebrandt, Koby Ashford, Sam Cousins, Scarlett Sharp, Hannah Woolfrey, Mia Harris, Lulu Brickland, Emma Lindsay, Sienna O’Rourke and Maya McIntyre-Llewellyn.

Thank you to Mr Van Der Heever and Mrs Ognenis for their preparation and delivery of the workshops on the day.

2025 College Musical

We are excited to announce that the College musical production for 2025 will be Bugsy Malone, the Musical.

A slapstick musical comedy set in 1929 New York, Bugsy Malone follows the rivalry between two half-witted street gangs and the washed-up, well-intentioned, one-time boxer.

Auditions for the musical will be held on Tuesday 8 & Wednesday 9 October in EG4 from 3.30pm – 5.30pm.

Recognition of State Representation

Congratulations to Stella Ferguson (Year 9), who recently represented WA in the School Sport Australia Cricket 15s Girls Championships held in Mackay, QLD from 31 August – 6 September, where WA finished fourth. Stella’s strong performance with both bat and ball was recognised with selection in the All-Australian team of the tournament.

State Representation is an honour and an important stepping stone in an athlete’s journey. We commend Stella for her dedication and commitment to her sport.

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 10 

Subject selection for Year 11, 2025 

Thank you to all families who participated in the subject selection process for Year 11, 2025. The College is currently finalising missing selections and constructing the timetable for 2025. 

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024.  

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 11 

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Enrolling in Notre Dame UniPath for 2025 

The Notre Dame UniPath program is now open for applications for 2025. Please see below a summary of the UniPath and UniReady Programs: 

 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;UniReady UniPath 
Outcome 70 ATAR 70 ATAR 
Valid for All WA Universities (but to enter UWA you need 65% in UniReady) Curtin, ECU, Murdoch, Notre Dame. 
Structure One of your 6 school subjects in Year 12. Taught here at ÐãÐãÖ±²¥, by a teacher, in a classroom each day. Attend Notre Dame Fremantle campus one day per week, for 12 weeks. 
How to apply Select UniReady as one of your Year 12 subjects next year. (Or tell me if you’d like to enter) See below. 

 &²Ô²ú²õ±è;If you would like to enrol in UniPath for next year, you can now apply for entry to this program. 

  1. Read the information here:   
  1. If it looks right for you, see the “How To Apply” section for the process. 
  1. If you are already enrolled in UniReady but decide to switch to UniPath, please let me know. 

For students thinking of attending University 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:   

VET Certificates (TAFE courses) and Work Experience for 2025 

Applications for VET Certificates for 2025 have now closed. Students will be notified of the outcome of their application in the coming weeks. 

The College will open applications for 2025 Work Experience in Term 4 of 2024. 

Pathways and Careers Information: Year 12 

Parent and family resources 

Each year, the Australian Government publishes a resource for parents / guardians to assist in career conversations. The 2024 version can be found here:   

WACE (secondary graduation) requirements 

In Year 11 and 12, students are progressing towards their Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE), otherwise known as their secondary graduation. 

In order to achieve their WACE, students need to meet certain academic targets across Year 11 and 12. These are: 

  • Demonstrate the minimum standard of literacy and numeracy (either in Year 9 NAPLAN or in Year 10-12 OLNA). 
  • Be enrolled in English / Literature in Year 11 and 12. 
  • Be enrolled in at least 1 ‘List B’ (Maths / Science / Sport / Technology) subject. 
  • Achieve at least 14 C grades, with at least 6 C grades in Year 12 subjects. 

Gap year information 

Students interested in taking a gap year in 2025 might find the following interesting: 

  • Defence Force Gap Year:  
  • Other gap year ideas:  
  • And:  

Apprenticeship and Trades information 

The 2024 edition of the Apprentice Intake Guide has now been published. This guide is a large listing of many different apprenticeship opportunities available. 

Students and families can access the Guide here:  

ATAR Examinations Timetable 2024 

The 2024 ATAR examinations timetable can be found at the links below: 

 

 

University and TAFE dates 

University deadlines and information  

Date Information 
31 August Last date to enter Veterinary Science as a preference on TISC. You can’t apply for Vet after this date. 
30 September Last date to enter a preference on TISC for Medicine (Curtin, UWA, Notre Dame). 
29 November Last date to upload any known medical/family evidence (via the TISC website) that might affect your ATAR. 
2 December Final round of early offers sent to students. 
15 December ATAR results available on the TISC website. 
17 December Closing date for applications / changes of preferences on the TISC website. 
21 December Offers sent to students. 
15 January Last date to apply for second-round offers. 
21 January Second-round offers sent to students. 

 For instructions on how to apply using TISC (including for UniReady / UniPath students), please refer to . 

For guidance on how the offer process works / how to accept / what to do if you don’t get an offer / deferring – please see here:  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;
 
 
TAFE deadlines and information 
  

Date Information 
6 September Applications open for Semester 1, 2025. 
1 November Last date to apply for Semester 1, 2025. 
4 December onwards Offers will be made after this date. 


Students and families can find a list of all TAFE courses at this link:   
 

Information about University entry 

  • TISC has a series of videos explaining things like ATAR calculation, prerequisite subjects, scaling, and preferences. You can find them here:  
  • Are you thinking of attending a University Open Day? Dates are below. This blog might help you:  
  • Are you the first person in your family to attend University? This might assist:  
  • Here are some useful tools to prepare students for the transition to University:   
  • Students and families may also find these resources from Curtin University helpful:  

University scholarships 

Curtin University   
Edith Cowan University (ECU)   
Murdoch University   
Notre Dame University   
University of Western Australia (UWA)   
Christian Leaders Scholarship  

UPCOMING CAREERS EVENTS 

EVENT DATE LINK 
Free ATAR Revision Courses 23-27 September ? 
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Catholic Performing Arts Festival 2024

Jenni Vile on 20/09/2024

ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ Arts Students Shine at the Catholic Performing Arts Festival 2024

ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ is delighted to celebrate the incredible achievements of its Arts students at this year’s Catholic Performing Arts Festival 2024. We had 277 students from the Lavalla and Marcellin campuses take part in a range of categories, including music, drama, and dance, and their performances were met with great acclaim.

A special congratulations goes to Heloise Nathan, who was awarded the Monsignor Michael Keating Shield, a prestigious honour recognizing her outstanding contribution to the festival. In addition, the College’s production of The Tempest was awarded an Outstanding for its captivating portrayal of Shakespeare’s classic. The Lavalla String Ensemble also earned an Outstanding Award, as did several of our talented String soloists.

Our Primary and Senior Dance Troupes both received Certificates of Excellence, a testament to their hard work and dynamic performances on stage.

These successes are the result of the dedication and passion of not only the students but also their teachers, who have worked tirelessly to support them. Hours of rehearsals and preparation were required to bring these performances to life, and the hard work truly paid off.

Thank you to all involved for making this year’s festival such a success, and congratulations to the students and staff for representing ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ with pride and excellence.

Merit

  • ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ Concert Winds – CONCERT BAND – JUNIOR (YEARS 4-10)
  • Lavalla Choir – PRIMARY CHORAL (BEGINNING CHOIR)
  • ÐãÐãÖ±²¥ Chamber Choir – SECONDARY CHORAL (YEARS 7- 12)
  • Jude Tanham – – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Amelie Santoro – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Taylor Heng – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Nina Gordon – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Nina Gordon & Kate Gordon – INSTRUMENTAL DUET: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Katana Shepherd – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Torah Wellman- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Timothy Morley- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Benjamin Davies- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Amelie Toolin- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Chloe Ramage- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Jarrod Clayton- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Isobel Muntz- INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Yayin Sodhi – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Mia Prinsloo & Ayanna Sirkissoon – INSTRUMENTAL DUET: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER(SECONDARY)
  • Chloe Ramage & Amelie Toolin- INSTRUMENTAL DUET: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER(SECONDARY)
  • Damon Caratti – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: BRASS (SECONDARY)
  • Jasper Bock – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: BRASS (SECONDARY)
  • Sasha Ekkert – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: BRASS (SECONDARY)
  • Luka Van Der Walt & Sienna Arundale VOCAL DUET – PRIMARY YEARS 4-6
  • Kristen King – SECONDARY SOLO WORKS: SCRIPTED MONOLOGUE

Excellence:

  • Benjamin Eggers INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Hamish Macgregor INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Lakshya Gondariya INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Ruben Zafiropoulos & Benjamin Eggers INSTRUMENTAL DUET: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Lucia Reynolds INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Tori Schlatter INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER (SECONDARY)
  • Katherine Damon & Veronica Sanchez – INSTRUMENTAL DUET: WOODWIND INCLUDING RECORDER(SECONDARY)

Outstanding:

  • Ruben Zafiropoulos – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Benjamin Thompson – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Arlo Gaunt – INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS INCL HARP (SECONDARY)
  • Liam Tan INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Annelle Seow INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Kate Gordon INSTRUMENTAL SOLO: STRINGS (PRIMARY)
  • Bethany Waller VOCAL SOLO – PRIMARY YR 5
  • Harry Klein – SECONDARY SOLO WORKS: SCRIPTED MONOLOGUE
  • Héloïse Nathan – SECONDARY SOLO WORKS: SCRIPTED MONOLOGUE