MRC The Week Ahead 2025 Term 3 Week 9
General School
Correct Uniform Reminder:
This is a friendly reminder of our expectations around wearing the correct uniform. With the change in weather there are a few additional or incorrect items creeping in and/or some 'fashion' related ways of wearing the uniform.
Some if these items are:
- Socks - no logos or footy socks
- Track pants - range of blue colours, some black and non school track pants. We now expect students to be wearing our MRC track pants if they are wearing PE uniform to school or on excursions.
- Long-sleeved tops under white shirts/PE shirts. If students are wearing long sleeves under their short sleeve tops, then they need to be wearing their jacket or jumper.
Our uniform has a great range and is comfortable and looks respectful. Please continue to wear it respectfully.
Also a remind people that there is a FB Buy, Swap and Sell page that you can utilize.
Junior School
Bullying:
At Mercy Regional College, we have a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and are committed to ensuring that all students feel safe, respected, and supported. When incidents of bullying occur, we respond promptly and consistently in line with our Bullying Incident Response Procedure (BIRP): Restorative and Supportive Actions.
This procedure is designed to address inappropriate behaviours through both restorative practices, which help students reflect on their actions and repair relationships, and disciplinary actions, which provide clear consequences when required. Our aim is not only to stop the behaviour but also to educate students on the impact of bullying, promote accountability, and foster a positive and inclusive school culture.
McAuley Cup and Shield:
The McAuley Cup and Shield, will be held Thursday September 18, at the Noorat Community Centre against Damascus College.
All Year 8s will be at this event, either participating or supporting. A selected group of Year 7s will be partcipating. The McAuley Cup and Shield is a football carnival that brings together students to showcase their skills, pride, and sense of belonging.
Mercy Core Values Award:
We are pleased to announce that our final term assembly will be held on Thursday, September 18, during Period 6. At this assembly, we will proudly present awards recognising students who have demonstrated our core values of Community, Respect, Inclusiveness, and Excellence.
School Mass:
All students will spend the day at the McAuley Campus Friday September 19. The school’s Mass will be held in Camperdown at 11.30am. All buses will be redirected to Camperdown. All students will be finishing Term 3 at 2pm.
Kind regards
Stephanie Rose-Goodhall- Assistant Principal O'Keeffe Campus
Tim Woodmason - O'Keeffe Campus Assistant
Contacts:
We encourage you to contact your child’s MERCY teacher if you have any queries, questions or worries throughout the school year.
7A: Mrs Leah Sinnott lsinnott@mercy.vic.edu.au
7B: Mr Tim Woodmason twoodmason@mercy.vic.edu.au
7C: Miss Tess Lourey tlourey@mercy.vic.edu.au
8A: Miss Claudia Lee clee@mercy.vic.edu.au
8B: Miss Tessa Williams twilliams@mercy.vic.edu.au
8C: Mr Darren Cheeseman dcheeseman@mercy.vic.edu.au
Upcoming Events:
Term 3
Week 9
Monday 15 September -
Tuesday 16 September -
Wednesday 17 September -
Thursday 18 September - McAuley Cup & Shield (O'Keeffe)
Friday 19 September - 11.30am Our Lady of Mercy Mass - St Patrick's Church Camperdown; Last Day Term 3 - Early Finish @ 2pm
Middle School
Week 9 – The Year is Flying By!
It’s hard to believe, but with Week 9 here, the year is already three quarters done — time really does fly!
A few reminders as we wrap up the term:
To all Year 9 and 10 students heading off on the Central Australia trip — we hope you have an amazing time and make some great memories.
To those involved in finals this weekend or over the holidays — best of luck! We’re cheering you on.
Next week is a great opportunity to clean out your locker and give your space a bit of a tidy-up before the break.
We want to take a moment to say how pleased we are with the effort, respect, and overall performance shown by our Year 9 and 10 students this term. Term 3 can feel like a long one, so make sure you use the holidays to recharge — enjoy the longer days and the warmth slowly returning.
There’s an old saying:
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."
Keep taking those steps — each one moves you closer to where you want to be. Progress might feel slow at times, but every little bit counts.
Have a safe, restful, and enjoyable break — you’ve earned it!
Kind regards
Adam Dowie & Georgia O’Leary - Middle Years Community Leaders
Contacts:
We encourage you to contact your child’s MERCY teacher if you have any queries, questions or worries throughout the school year.
9A: Claire O’Connor coconnor@mercy.vic.edu.au
9B: Georgia O’Leary goleary@mercy.vic.edu.au
9C: Sarah Gilchrist sgilchrist@mercy.vic.edu.au
10A: Josiane Gardner jgardner@mercy.vic.edu.au
10B: Adam Dowie: adowie@mercy.vic.edu.au
10C: Sherrie McWall: smcwall@mercy.vic.edu.au
Upcoming Events:
Term 3
Week 9
Monday 15 September - Middle School Oratory Competition 1.30pm
Tuesday 16 September -
Wednesday 17 September - Year 10 Christian Outreach
Thursday 18 September - Year 9 Ag Excursion
Friday 19 September - 11.30am Our Lady of Mercy Mass - St Patrick's Church Camperdown; Last Day Term 3 - Early Finish @ 2pm
Senior School
Last Week of the Term:
The last week of Term 3 has finally arrived. At the end of this week, we bid farewell to Year 12 VCE-VM students who have completed all their subjects and learning material successfully. Year 11’s who have secured apprenticeships and have successfully completed their subjects will also finish. We wish all of these young people the very best as they embark on the next ventures in their lives.
Activities on the Last Day of School:
Senior School House Captains are currently planning a whole school Dodgeball tournament. Students who register will compete in Junior, Middle and Senior grades and compete for their house groups. This will be a great way to finish the end of the school term. Those who are not as interested in the competition have the opportunity to compete or enjoy games in the library.
Term 3 Holiday Schedule - Unit 4 Subjects:
Year 12 Exams start in 7 weeks. The holiday sessions are vital for the students to prepare for their exams in each of their chosen subjects. The sessions will cover revision of content from throughout the year, practice exams, and lectures.
Students Driving to School:
If any students who have their driving licence and are intending to drive to school, please call in to see Rose to collect the form to register the details.
This is also a timely reminder that students are not to drive their cars at recess or lunch time.
Year 11 Experience P.A.R.T.Y PROGRAM & Homelessness Experience
The girls will attend Week 9 - Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 September. An itinerary including any additional cost will be sent to the parents and careers shortly.
The P.A.R.T.Y. program has run at The Alfred since 2009 as an initiative of the National Trauma Research Institute (NTRI) (www.ntri.org.au). The "P.A.R.T.Y. at The Alfred" programs provides participants with an authentic experience to create insight into the consequences that patients and their families are faced with because of risk‐related trauma.
Participants engage with paramedics, doctors, nurses, allied health practitioners, patients and their families in the hospital or outreach setting. Learning occurs through a combination of classroom‐based information delivery, interactive scenario based learning and proactive demonstrations.
The P.A.R.T.Y (Prevent Alcohol & Risk-Related Trauma in Youth Groups) is a program that focuses on injury prevention. It takes students from an educational environment into a clinical environment showing first hand the consequences of a risk-taking behaviour.
Click on the links below for some insight to the P.A.R.T.Y Program.
P.A.R.T.Y Program (extended version)
P.A.R.T.Y returns to The Alfred
Sub-SACs:
Sub-SAC's are held on Tuesdays and Thursday evenings in the library. If your child is involved in the process you will receive a message the week before.
Library Study:
A reminder the library is open Monday to Thursday until 4.30pm for any students who wish to stay and study. If students are requiring a roster to plan their study week at school and home, please see Mrs Mel Kavanagh.
Kind regards
Berni Sinnott - Senior School Community Leader
Upcoming Event:
Term 3
Week 9
Monday 15 September -
Tuesday 16 September -
Wednesday 17 September - Year 11 Girls Camp - Melbourne; Unserious Careers - Year 12's P5 & P6
Thursday 18 September - Year 11 Girls Camp - Melbourne
Friday 19 September - 11.30am Our Lady of Mercy Mass - St Patrick's Church Camperdown; Last Day Term 3 - Early Finish @ 2pm
Community Notices:
