MRC The Week Ahead 2025 Term 4 Week 5
General School
Hats
A friendly reminder that Mercy hats are required to be worn in Term 4. Please ensure your hat is clean, in good condition, and clearly named. Students without a hat will be required to remain indoors during break times, in line with our SunSmart expectations.
New tracksuit pants
New tracksuit pants are now available in the uniform shop. There is now an option for slim and wide fit pants.
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
Upcoming Holiday Reminder
A reminder that Monday 3 November is a student free day due to staff having a PL Day. Also Tuesday is a public holiday due to the Melbourne Cup.
We hope all students and families enjoy the extended break and return refreshed for the remainder of the term.
Basketball
Next Thursday, 6 November, selected Year 7 and 8 students will represent the College at the Inter-School Basketball Competition. We wish our teams all the very best as they showcase their skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship on the court.
Please note that there will be no changes to the regular timetable — all other classes will run as normal.
Student Leadership Interviews – Phase 1
The Phase 1 Student Leadership Interviews will take place next Wednesday, 5 November, during Periods 3 and 4. Selected Year 7 students will participate in small group interviews as part of the 2025 Student Leadership selection process.
We look forward to hearing from our students as they share their ideas, values, and vision for leadership in the coming year.
Upcoming Events:
Term 4
Week 5
Monday 3 November - Student Free Staff PL Day
Tuesday 4 November - Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Wednesday 5 November -
Thursday 6 November - GWR Year 7 & Year 8 Basketball
Friday 7 November -
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 Claudia Lee clee@mercy.vic.edu.au
8C: Mr Darren Cheeseman dcheeseman@mercy.vic.edu.au
Middle School
Week 5
This week, all of our Year 9 students and seven staff members will be heading to Melbourne for the Year 9 Camp. The camp itinerary is packed with exciting activities, including a tour of the MCG, a visit to the National Sports Museum, time at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Strike Laser Tag and Bowling, an Amazing Race challenge, a session with the Reach Foundation, a visit to the Shrine of Remembrance, and Ice Skating. Wow—what an action-packed three days!
Over the next few weeks, most students will also experience exams in at least a few of their subjects. We encourage all students to embrace the entire process—the preparation, the exam itself, and the reflection afterward. Taking time to identify both strengths and areas for improvement is an important part of learning. After all, exams and tests are a regular part of life, and the more we practise, the more confident and capable we become!
OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG LEADERS
National Youth Parliament is bringing together young leaders from across Australia next August in Canberra. This is a rare chance to step into federal Parliament, develop leadership skills, and contribute to national conversations - with all expenses covered.
Hosted by the House of Representatives and Y Australia, all students aged 16 - 17 in August 2026 are encouraged to apply; no prior civic interest or experience is required.
Applications close on the 21 of November.
Program details and application information is available here: https://nyp.houseofrepresentatives.gov.au/
Kind regards
Adam Dowie & Georgia O’Leary - Middle Years Community Leaders
Upcoming Events:
Term 4
Week 5
Monday 3 November - Student Free Staff PL Day
Tuesday 4 November - Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Wednesday 5 November - Year 9 Camp
Thursday 6 November - Year 9 Camp
Friday 7 November - Year 9 Camp
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
Senior School
Year 12 Exams Commence
Exams have now commenced and are well under way. We wish our students all the best in their exams.
Year 11 Exam
Year 11’s will have exam revision week 5 with their Unit 2 exams commencing Week 6. Students completing Unit 4 VCAA exam may need to navigate their Unit 2 Timetable to accommodate this.
Year 11 completing Unit 4 Exams
Year 11 students completing a Unit 3 /4 exam do not need to come to school formally on the day before their exam. They are very welcome to come to school and study or touch base with their teacher if they wish.
Traineeships - 2026
All current Year 12 students have access to 2026 Traineeship information. This includes closing dates for applications.
Rugby Jumpers - 2026 Year 12
2026 Year 12 student Rugby Jumpers are currently being organised . Once this is confirmed, information will be shared in regards to costing and timeline.
Booklists for 2026 - watch this space
Whilst booklists are currently being reviewed for 2026, now is a timely reminder for current Year 11 & Year 12 students to have a chat about purchasing second-hand books. Over the course of the next month, Year 12s will be finishing up with their material, and it is often a good time to exchange books that can be reused.
An English booklist will be sent out shortly to Year 11 students enrolled in Units 3 & 4 English. This will ensure the students have their novels over the holiday period to read.
OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG LEADERS
National Youth Parliament is bringing together young leaders from across Australia next August in Canberra. This is a rare chance to step into federal Parliament, develop leadership skills, and contribute to national conversations - with all expenses covered.
Hosted by the House of Representatives and Y Australia, all students aged 16 - 17 in August 2026 are encouraged to apply; no prior civic interest or experience is required.
Applications close on the 21 of November.
Program details and application information is available here: https://nyp.houseofrepresentatives.gov.au/
Kind regards
Berni Sinnott - Senior School Community Leader
Upcoming Events:
Term 4
Week 5
Monday 3 November - Student Free Staff PL Day; Biology 9am-11.45am; General Math Exam 2pm-3.45pm
Tuesday 4 November - Melbourne Cup Public Holiday
Wednesday 5 November - Math Methods Exam(1) 9am-10.15am; Health & Human Development Exam 3pm-5.15pm
Thursday 6 November - VET Furniture Exam 9am-10.45am; VET Health Service Assistance Exam 9am-10.45am; Math Methods Exam(2) 11.45am-2pm; Business Management Exam 3pm-5.15pm Friday 7 November - History Revs Exam 11.45am-2pm; Outdoor Ed Exam 3pm-5.15pm
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