Magdalene Catholic College, Narellan

To our Year 11’s who begin their exams today, wishing you the confidence and focus you need to do your best. Good luck!

Today we celebrated our special fathers, father figures and grandfathers with a breakfast held in our College Hall. Wishing many blessings for a happy Father’s Day on Sunday.

Our Under 15s Girls Rugby League team made an impressive debut at the inaugural NSWCCC Girls Rugby League Cup. They showcased remarkable skills in both attack and defence. Their relentless spirit and determination were on full display as they advanced to the semi-finals, where they played a thrilling match against our local rivals, St Pat’s. Despite a narrow 22-20 defeat, the girls demonstrated extraordinary grit and skill throughout the game. Congratulations to the team - you made us incredibly proud today. Placing third overall is a testament to your hard work and talent.

- Mrs Cordina and Mrs Jones 🏈

Yesterday Year 12 took part in their Reset Day. Ready to tackle their final days of their high school journey. Thank you to our guest speaker from HSC Coworks Jesse Gardiner!

Today, as we celebrate the Feast of Saint Mary MacKillop, we pause again to consider her great legacy.
She is our Bruchhauser House Patron Saint, and she was the first and only official saint who was born and lived in Australia.
Mary MacKillop was born on January 15, 1842, in Melbourne. She was the eldest of eight children born to Scottish immigrants. In 1867, Mary MacKillop co-founded the Sisters of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart with Father Julian Tennison Woods. The order's mission was to provide education to children, particularly those in remote areas, and to care for the poor and needy. Mary MacKillop's life was marked by her deep devotion to God and her commitment to serving the poor and marginalized. She emphasized the importance of practical charity and caring for those in need. One of her famous sayings is: “Never see a need without doing something about it”. Looking at the significance of Mary Mackillop, we see a strong and determined woman who was able to battle through suffering and persecution in order to achieve better outcomes for the poor and the needy across Australia and New Zealand. She valued education and realised that education was important in setting up young people for success in life. Just like Mary Magdalene, Mary Mackillop was generous, courageous, devoted to God and committed to serving others in the name of Jesus. Hopefully we can learn from Mary Mackillop and Mary Magdalene and begin to devote ourselves more strongly to following Jesus and the Gospel values.
The official theme for St Mary MacKillop’s feast day this year is “Be Fierce for Fair” - encouraging us to walk in Mary’s disruptive footsteps by being:

- Fierce in the face of adversity
- Fair and proactive when we see injustice
- Loving to those we encounter each day

Prayer

God of the prophets you gifted Mary MacKillop with vision and courage.
In her, we see one who was not afraid to speak fearlessly your gospel of love.
We pray for the sensitivity and imagination to read the signs of our times
and to articulate new possibilities for our own day.
Like Mary, may we learn to confront all that is oppressive and unjust,
and empower others towards true freedom and integrity.
Spirit of wisdom, be with us as we face new horizons.

Amen

🗳 VOTE FOR MATER DEI🗳

We are excited to announce that Mater Dei’s short film,
“Mater Dei Marvels” has been entered in the 2024 Focus on Ability Short Film Festival!

To win they need your support! Please take a moment to vote for their video - your vote can make a huge difference!

➡️ VOTE HERE: https://www.focusonability.com.au/FOA/films/3372.html

Voting closes on Tuesday, 13 August. Please share your vote far and wide – every vote counts! Make sure to check your inbox after you vote!

Follow Focus on Ability Short Film Festival for your chance to win $250 too.

Thank you to 🦇 Batmobile Australia and 🎥 HoneyBear Films for their incredible support

🏆 Diocesan Athletics Champions🏆

Congratulations to the students that represented Magdalene at today’s Diocesan Athletics Championships. Magdalene finished as the winning school as a result of the amazing talents demonstrated by our athletes. Well done Magdalene!

A special mention to the following students who achieved a high level of success, earning an age champion placing.

Riley Bentham - Boys 17s Age Champion 🥇
Lucas Bentham - Boys 14s Age Champion 🥇
Anika Mumberson - Girls 13s Age Champion 🥇
Harry Kourembes - Boys 14s 2nd place 🥈
Bronte Clark - Girls 16s 3rd place 🥉
Katie Peters - Girls 17s 3rd place 🥉

Congratulations to Magdalene’s Year 9 MISA Debating Team who are the 2024 Year 9 Debating Champions, after winning their grand final debate against Mount Carmel Catholic College last week! Our debaters have fought hard all season with coherent and articulate ideas, and demonstrated their remarkable skills in a passionate final debate on the topic “Failure is our greatest teacher”. Well done on your achievement girls! 🏆

Congratulations to the MISA Dance Troupe who performed GRL PWR at the MISA Dance Festival today 🩰💃🏼

Their performance was a vibrant mix of powerful anthems inspired by iconic female artists.

The dancers should also be commended for how they displayed themselves and supported other schools throughout the day 👏🏼

🏆Winners🏆

Today our 10-12 MISA girls soccer team came out on top with an amazing 3-0 victory over Mt Carmel Catholic College in the grand final. A special shout-out to Maddie Noble who scored 2 fantastic goals, and Ebony Payne who also scored. Well done girls on an incredible season and grand final win!

Our Opens boys and girls had a long day of Diocesan hockey yesterday, full of laughs and fun led by the helpful teachers Mrs Taccone and Mrs Murdoch. Every student participant showcased a variety of skills, resilience and sportsmanship. Congratulations to the boys who finished 2nd overall and the girls who placed 4th.

Well done to all!

📢 College Winter Sleep Out Recap!

This past Friday, 90 of our students from years 10, 11 and 12 participated in our annual Winter Sleep Out, braving the cold in solidarity with those experiencing homelessness. The evening included guest speakers, team-building activities, as well as gratitude activities, prayer and reflection.

Together, we packed over 100 hampers to be donated directly to the Camden St Vincent de Paul Conference, making a difference in our community. 🌟

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event. Your compassion and dedication are truly inspiring! 🙏💙

In a thrilling MISA Under 16s Girls Rugby League grand final match, Magdalene emerged victorious over St Pat’s. Both sides battled fiercely, with the game extending into extra time. Our Magdalene girls ultimately secured a hard-fought 12-11 win. Their victory is a testament to their determination and exceptional skills in the game. Congratulations girls! - Mrs Cordina 🏆

Year 12 have hit last stretch of their high school journey!! The countdown is on - 100 days till GRADUATION 🧑‍🎓 👩‍🎓

Today is the last day to buy tickets online!

Save the Date for Magdalene Shines!

📆June 20 @ 6:30pm in the Alan McManus Hall, Magdalene

Over 100 students and staff will put on a spectacular show!

Ticket Prices:
Primary School Student - $5
Adult - $15
Pensioner/Senior Student - $10
Family - $30 (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)

Tickets are available through TryBooking at 8am Monday 3rd June, or at the door on the night.

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

A BBQ and a raffle (Year 12 fundraiser) will be held before the show and at intermission. Tea, coffee and soft drink will also be SOLD at the venue. (Please be aware there is no food or drink is allowed inside the Hall)

There will also be an opportunity for you to support St Vincent de Paul by donating non-perishable food items at the door as you enter the hall.

Come and watch your friends and family shine! 🎼🎤🩰🎺🎸🎭

The count down is on!! Don’t forget to purchase your tickets….online sales end Tuesday!

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

Save the Date for Magdalene Shines!

📆June 20 @ 6:30pm in the Alan McManus Hall, Magdalene

Over 100 students and staff will put on a spectacular show!

Ticket Prices:
Primary School Student - $5
Adult - $15
Pensioner/Senior Student - $10
Family - $30 (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)

Tickets are available through TryBooking at 8am Monday 3rd June, or at the door on the night.

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

A BBQ and a raffle (Year 12 fundraiser) will be held before the show and at intermission. Tea, coffee and soft drink will also be SOLD at the venue. (Please be aware there is no food or drink is allowed inside the Hall)

There will also be an opportunity for you to support St Vincent de Paul by donating non-perishable food items at the door as you enter the hall.

Come and watch your friends and family shine! 🎼🎤🩰🎺🎸🎭

Today our Open boys and girls oztag teams competed at the Sydney South West All Schools Oztag Championship. The boys won 6 games throughout the day and in the grand final it went into a thrilling extra time stand off with the game ending in a draw. The girls went through the day undefeated winning all 7 games including the grand final. Congratulations to both teams, they will both go on to represent Magdalene at the Champions of Champions carnival in August.

Tickets on sale now!

Follow the link below to purchase your tickets online:

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

Save the Date for Magdalene Shines!

📆June 20 @ 6:30pm in the Alan McManus Hall, Magdalene

Over 100 students and staff will put on a spectacular show!

Ticket Prices:
Primary School Student - $5
Adult - $15
Pensioner/Senior Student - $10
Family - $30 (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)

Tickets are available through TryBooking at 8am Monday 3rd June, or at the door on the night.

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

A BBQ and a raffle (Year 12 fundraiser) will be held before the show and at intermission. Tea, coffee and soft drink will also be SOLD at the venue. (Please be aware there is no food or drink is allowed inside the Hall)

There will also be an opportunity for you to support St Vincent de Paul by donating non-perishable food items at the door as you enter the hall.

Come and watch your friends and family shine! 🎼🎤🩰🎺🎸🎭

Some more fantastic images from our Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver expedition students, what a memorable experience they've had! Thanks again to all staff members for their generosity in leading the hikes ⛺️

Wishing our Silver Duke of Edinburgh students all the best for their Great North Walk hike over the next 3 days. 🏕️

Thank you to Mr Dowdell and Mrs Hayden for accompanying and supporting the students 👏👏👏

Save the Date for Magdalene Shines!

📆June 20 @ 6:30pm in the Alan McManus Hall, Magdalene

Over 100 students and staff will put on a spectacular show!

Ticket Prices:
Primary School Student - $5
Adult - $15
Pensioner/Senior Student - $10
Family - $30 (2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children)

Tickets are available through TryBooking at 8am Monday 3rd June, or at the door on the night.

https://www.trybooking.com/CSDHZ

A BBQ and a raffle (Year 12 fundraiser) will be held before the show and at intermission. Tea, coffee and soft drink will also be SOLD at the venue. (Please be aware there is no food or drink is allowed inside the Hall)

There will also be an opportunity for you to support St Vincent de Paul by donating non-perishable food items at the door as you enter the hall.

Come and watch your friends and family shine! 🎼🎤🩰🎺🎸🎭

Join Us for the St Vincent de Paul Winter Sleep Out at Magdalene! 🛏️❄️

We are thrilled to offer our students the chance to participate in a national event right here at Magdalene. Join us for the St Vincent de Paul Winter Sleep Out from Friday, 14th June to Saturday, 15th June!

This event raises awareness about the incredible work of the St Vincent de Paul Society in our community.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Friday, 14th June - Saturday, 15th June
🕓 Time: 4:00 pm (Friday) - 9:00 am (Saturday)
👥 Participants: Students from Years 10, 11, and 12, along with staff
🎉 Pre-Sleep Out Activities: Stay at school from 2:35 pm for sports and recreational activities or return by 4:00 pm for the sleepout

This event supports the essential work of the St Vincent de Paul Society.

We look forward to your participation in this meaningful event!

🌟 Winter Appeal 🌟

At our College, we believe in making a positive impact in our local community. This term, we're partnering with the St Vincent de Paul Society and their Camden Hub, which provides essential support to individuals and families in need. ❤️

The Camden Hub offers immediate assistance with food, groceries, and other everyday essentials. 🥫🧼 To support this invaluable work, we're asking for your help in collecting donations.

Each grade has been assigned specific items to contribute, and these donations will be packed and presented at our College Winter Sleepout on the 14th of June. Here's how you can help.

Your generosity can make a significant difference. Students can bring their donations to the tubs in the Pavilion. Together, we can support our neighbours in need and make a meaningful impact. 🤝

Thank you for your support and kindness! Let's come together and make a difference. 🌟🤝

Congratulations to Caitlin Halse of Year 12! You can watch her in action on Stan Sport at 4:55 today! Australia v USA 🏆

Caitlyn Halse is set to become the youngest Wallaroo or Wallaby of all time.

Catch her and 12 other Waratahs in action tomorrow:
🆚 WALLAROOS V USA
📅 FRI 17 MAY, 4:55PM
🏟 AAMI PARK, VIC
📺 LIVE ON STAN SPORT

Yesterday Magdalene Catholic College had our Pink Stumps Day where we raised over $3000. All funds are being donated to McGrath foundation to support women with Breast Cancer 💕💕

This morning we honoured our cherished Magdalene mothers at our first-ever Mother’s Day Breakfast, lovingly organised by our Magdalene students.

Special thanks to Mr. Trimarchi for gracing us with the stunning red roses!

Diocesan Football Championships ⚽️

Well done to the girls who competed at the Open Girls Diocesan Soccer Championships yesterday. Every player should be proud of their efforts and for demonstrating amazing teamwork. The girls finished 3rd in Pool B, resulting in them competing in the 5th vs 6th play off game. Winning the match 2-1 allowed the girls to end the day on a high and finishing in 5th position.

Congratulations to Mia Dixon and Bridget Malone who were both selected in the Wollongong Diocese team that will compete at the upcoming CCC carnival. Estella Sen was also selected as a shadow player. Fantastic achievement by all three girls 🏆

Congratulations to Caitlyn Halse who has been selected in the Pacific Four Series Wallaroos Squad! 🏉

Good Morning from our breakfast Club!

🗓️ Open every Tuesday and Thursday morning at the Canteen from 7:45am. All students welcome!

Today our students represented Magdalene Catholic College at the ANZAC Day March in Camden. We commemorate our Australian Service Personnel for their extraordinary feats in times of conflict and peace, and remember their service and sacrifice which continues today. We also acknowledge the loved ones that supported or lost them.

Lest We Forget 🇦🇺