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Contents 4 Welcome 16 Services Information and Contacts Student Support Services Transition from Primary School Health Care Centre Information to Secondary School • Information Update • Students who are ill whilst at school 8 School Operations • Health Regulations • Medication Upcoming Dates • Asthma Communication • Allergies / Anaphylaxis College Uniform • Medical Forms • Uniform Shop • Sun Protective Clothing and Hats • Uniform Fitting Days 18 Finance 13 Curriculum and Learning My MCC Curriculum Fee Account Reporting Procedures Camps, Sports, Excursions Fund (CSEF) Home Study Catholic Education Benefit (CEB) Instrumental Music Conveyance Allowance Program (CAP) Resource Lists MaterShop Learning Technologies Café Bene Network and Electronic Usage Guidelines College Expectations Responsibilities MCC Digital Technology Expectations Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 3
Principal’s Welcome My wish for our students is to find in Mater A girls’ school provides a safe environment to Christi College a place to explore possibilities. explore identity in the midst of a caring, forward- thinking, service-oriented community. At first these will be exciting subjects, fresh co-curricular activities, supportive mentors and Meaning-making, Learning, Wellbeing and of course, new friends. The ‘newness’ of Year Enrichment are the pillars on which we build 7 will keep your daughter engaged for a time, this educational community, and we are but eventually there will be other questions, delighted to welcome you. encounters and discoveries. As her journey at Mater continues, the Maria Haggett possibilities will broaden, and her questions Educator, Principal will deepen. This is where we strive to do our best work. For each student who comes here is invited to explore what it means to be…herself. “Today you are you, that is truer than true There is no one alive who is Youer than YOU” Dr. Seuss 4 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
A New Journey You and your daughter are embarking on an Information and Contacts important and exciting journey at Mater Christi College (MCC). The College is a vibrant, inclusive This guide highlights information of particular and warm community where students feel safe, relevance to new students and provides advice build friendships and become intelligent and on where to find further details. Most information reflective learners. about the College is also available on our website and our parent portal, My MCC. 2021 has continued to be a year of challenge and change across the whole community. We are Arrangements surrounding coronavirus can be proud of our students’ resilience and adaptability accessed via the COVID-19 Management button as they manage the shifts between school-based on our website homepage. and online learning. They have certainly lived the Visit the Contact Us page to access phone ‘can do’ attitude of girls’ education. numbers and email addresses of all key contacts You are encouraged to participate fully in the in the College, otherwise try the ‘Search’ function. life of the College so that your daughter may The MCC Student Guide is a useful reference become ‘a compassionate woman of faith, who for College guidelines and can also be found on will participate actively and creatively in the our website. affairs of society’ (MCC Mission Statement). Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 5
Transition from Primary School Getting Involved to Secondary School Early into first term, we will provide opportunities The move from primary to secondary school for you to meet your daughter’s teachers and is a social and educational shift that opens up other relevant staff. Information about these and new experiences. Students often go through other College events will be provided to you via a range of emotions, display varying levels of email, the e-newsletter and on the Parent Portal. confidence and may feel a bit uncertain at times. Secondary school seems initially a Contacting Your Daughter’s complex place – usually a bigger school Home Group Mentor community with more choices and learning opportunities. Starting secondary school Home Group Mentors can provide first-hand means engaging in different subjects, working reassurance, monitor progress and help with new teachers and the daunting yet coordinate extra support at school. If you have exciting prospect of making new friends. concerns regarding your daughter, you are encouraged to contact her Home Group Mentor Some students may find it challenging to directly and early in the first term. move away from the familiarity of their primary school. It will take most students some time to adjust to the new demands, Establishing Consistent Routines routines and structure of secondary school. Both at Home and at School During the first few weeks, it is normal for them to display a range of emotions. The Routines and expectations will support your majority of students adjust and feel daughter as she settles into secondary school comfortable with these changes by the and sets up positive practices for her future years. end of the first term. For example, having a copy of your daughter’s school timetable on the fridge door may help There are a number of important things with preparation for the day ahead. Others find parents can do to support their daughters creating lists together of what to do each day can during this time, including: help students know what is going to happen and what is expected. We encourage you to find your own way to help her feel safe and secure. Providing Support and Encouragement Some young people will surprise you with their resilience during stressful times. Others Providing Practical Support benefit from having someone there to give Be prepared for the first day. For example, the encouragement or a smile from the side-line. prospect of having to negotiate the trip to Reassure them, as difficulties faced are mostly school on public transport may be challenging. temporary and you will be there for them. Consider accompanying your daughter on the train or bus as a ‘test-run’ before the first day. This will help familiarise her with the journey. Listening Your daughter may wish to pair up with a friend Provide your daughter with opportunities or sibling to help her gain confidence and to express her feelings about school, build independence. The College will provide a friendships or any other topics. Take a transport buddy for the first few afternoons. genuine interest in what she says and try to keep the focus on positive aspects of her school experiences. Providing Balance Make sure your daughter maintains a healthy balance across the other aspects of her life. For Be Confident example, ensure she enjoys positive activities Your daughter will likely take her cues from outside of school - e.g. family outings, time you. Showing confidence in her ability to with friends from primary school, and other cope will build her own self-confidence extra- curricular activities. Sleep is an essential and resilience. requirement for balance and teenagers need between 9 and 10 hours of sleep every night. 6 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Helping Establish New Friendships If you feel that your daughter needs additional support as she settles into secondary school, Your daughter will expand her friendship group please feel free to contact the College. The and make new friends. You can support this Home Group Mentor is the first point of process by providing the opportunity for her to contact. Support is also available through the invite new friends home. Year Learning Coordinator (YLC) or College Psychologists. The best outcomes are achieved when we work together. Problem Solving Further parent resources, including information Make the time to listen to and talk with your from Dr Michael Carr-Greg on SchoolTV, are daughter. Sometimes young people are overly available on our website. challenged with problem solving. If your daughter tells you of a problem she is having, ask her to suggest three things she thinks that she may be able to do about it. This gives you the opportunity to understand how your daughter is viewing the problem and also provides a way for you to offer suggestions as to how the problem might be solved. Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 7
School Operations Upcoming Dates The College Calendar on our website and My MCC is an important reference throughout the year. During the pandemic and the resultant restrictions, we are not able to confidently set dates for the usual activities. The following provides an indicative schedule. Dates will be advised if we need to reschedule or change any events. 2021 17 Sept MCC Charter Bus request due October Uniform Fitting appointments 21 Oct Annual Fee Billing sent 8 Nov Resources Lists available online – link sent by email 10 Nov Year 7 2022 Orientation Program – 9.00am – 1.00pm • Where possible, girls should wear their MCC PE uniform as ID photos will be taken on this day • Students will need to bring morning tea and their pencil case • The Uniform Shop open from 12.00pm – 4.00pm 17 Nov Grade 6 Testing – 4.00pm – 5.45pm • English and Mathematics 12 Dec Resource Lists due 15 Dec Start of the year details emailed 2022 27 Jan Resource Collection • The Uniform Shop open 10.00am – 6.00pm 31 Jan First day for Years 7 and 10 Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) applications open from Term 1 Catholic Education Benefit (CEB) application due 8 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Communication Canvas Mater Christi fully embraces the opportunities Canvas is our Learning Management System that technology provides for communication (LMS). Students access course materials, and learning. In summary: classroom activities, assignments, assessment information, schedules and more through our LMS. Parents are also able to monitor student Email progress through visiting the LMS. Email is our primary means of communication with families for invitations, notice of upcoming Website events, excursion advice etc. Look out for these emails in case your filters direct them to ‘junk’. The College website hosts a range of reference material, news and views. Links to relevant pages The College e-newsletter email collates recent are often included in emails or the e-newsletter. items posted on the news section of our website. Social Media SMS The College also uses social media, particularly SMS is used for reminders, emergency Facebook and Instagram to feature and celebrate notification and absence notifications. student activities and achievement. My MCC (parent portal) My MCC provides access to password secured information, including: • College Calendar • Attendance, reports, appointments, timetables • MaterShop: Café Bene, optional activities e.g. Central Australia Trip • Fee Account: View statements and pay MCC Fees Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 9
College Uniform Uniform Fitting Days As a Good Samaritan College in the Benedictine Fitting days are arranged with an appointment tradition, we recognise the dignity of all time allocated to each student. The College will individuals. We also believe that wearing the advise families of their allocated uniform fitting uniform correctly is a display of respect for self times. On these fitting days, experienced staff and for the College community. completely fit students while still allowing room for growth. Enrolment at the College implies acceptance of the following uniform policy guidelines: We hope that most families will be able to attend at the allotted time. If the appointment • Students must wear MCC uniform on all is not suitable, please phone the Uniform Shop school occasions staff on 03 9757 0815 during shop hours, and • Non-uniform items are not permitted they will endeavour to schedule another time. • Uniforms must be kept neat and clean at all times. Dresses and skirts are to be worn no shorter than the top of the knee • All clothing should be named clearly • Students must wear items from the summer, winter or PE uniform sets. Mixing of these uniform sets is not permitted More information about the College uniform, including uniform policies and trading hours, is available on our website. Uniform Shop MCC student uniform is available exclusively from the College Uniform Shop located on the College campus. The direct phone number for the Uniform Shop is 03 9757 0815. The Uniform Shop is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1.00pm to 4.00pm, during school terms. The last day of trading for the Uniform Shop in 2021 is Thursday 2 December 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Please check the College website for any changes in the operating hours of the Uniform Shop during COVID-19 restrictions. Payment options include, cash, cheque, credit card or EFTPOS (no American Express or Diners Club). 10 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
UNIFORM FITTING DATES Tuesday 19 October 2021 Thursday 21 October 2021 Tuesday 26 October 2021 3.00pm – 8.00pm Thursday 28 October 2021 Thursday 4 November 2021 Uniform Shop Dates The Uniform Shop is open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1.00pm to 4.00pm, during school terms. Please check the College website for any changes in the operating hours of the Uniform Shop during COVID-19 restrictions. 2021 Last Day of Trading 1.00pm – 4.00pm Thursday 2 December 2021 2022 Uniform Shop extra trading hours Thursday 20 January 2022 10.00am – 4.00pm Thursday 27 January 2022 Term 1 usual trading hours commence 1.00pm – 4.00pm Tuesday 1 February 2022 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 11
Transport Traffic Management D D ROA Students travel to the College in various ways - Safety around the College is a key priority IEOW Yfor VR ADROA BEAW I E W train, public bus, charter bus, car or by walking. drivers, pedestrians and local residents. V VI AY D BAY BROA W BAwith traffic flow, YVIE Mater Christi Charter Buses service areas that For the safety of all and to assist do not have direct public transport to the please observe the following when driving near F F F College, including Berwick, Narre Warren, the College: Endeavour Hills, Lysterfield, Rowville, Wantirna and Clyde. • Enter Bayview Road from the South end (Belgrave-Gembrook Road), NOT the Belgrave F D The Charter Bus annual family fee for 2022 is end, during peak times (8.00am – 9.00am and Chapel D D Café $1,350. To secure a place on your preferred bus, 2.30pm – 3.30pm) D ChapelChapel Courtya E Café CaféCourtya Mu E E applications must be returned by Friday 17 • Use the drop-off zone on the school side of Café Courtyard K Chapel Textiles Science AD Bayview Road Courtyard September 2021. CTextiles Science E AD Textiles C C Science EW D C RO • Do not enterLOTEschool grounds during A For any Transport or Conveyance Allowance Textiles RO Science B IEW AD RO C peak times Main queries please contact the Finance Team at: LOTE LOTE Courtyard O IEIW Main Main BA W R Courtyard accounts@materchristi.edu.au YVYV • Keep clear of ALL LOTE driveways, school entrances Courtyard Main and in front of the FIRE STATION BABA YV Courtyard IE More information about transport can beVISITORS found G YV on our website. ENTRY VISITORSVISITORS • Travel with full attention and observe B G G B B ONLY BA ENTRY ENTRY VISITORSONLY ONLY 40kphStudentzoning Gym G Arts B ENTRY Services Student Gym Student Arts Gym onosns mmg g ONLY • Obey all parking signs – CouncilArts Services Parking rnin Services Student s Gym Com ning B VISITORS Officers are often in the area ain Arts mon EXIT Services rn B B VISITORSVISITORS mm s Comrning ae Arts mon EXIT o LeL Lear EXIT • Avoid double parking CoC Courtyard Arts B VISITORS STAFF ArtsCourtyard EXIT ENTRY/EXIT Lea Courtyard STAFF STAFF Arts A ONLY ENTRY/EXIT ENTRY/EXIT Courtyard A A STAFF ONLY ONLY J P ENTRY/EXIT OADP Administration A J J ONLY PR VIEW Administration BAY Administration Hall J P Administration Hall Hall Hall F Maintenance & Loading Bay Uniform Maintenance Maintenance & Loading Bay & Loading Bay Shop Uniform D MaintenanceMusic & Loading Bay Outdoor Courts Uniform Shop Shop K Uniform Chapel Café Courtyard Shop Textiles E Science P Café Bene P AD P C P P RO P LOTE P EW Main Courtyard P I YV BA G VISITORS ENTRY ONLY Student B Arts Gym Services s Comrning mon B VISITORS EXIT Lea Arts Courtyard STAFF ENTRY/EXIT A ONLY J P Administration Hall Maintenance & Loading Bay Uniform Shop P P RD O VE BR RA K O M LG GE BE MAP KEY A Administration & Food Technology E Science & Maths Main Entrance B Student Services, Learning Commons, Health Centre, F Learning Spaces P CarPPark - Staff P CarPPark - Visitor Careers, Arts, Media & Drama G Gym & Dance P P C Textiles & LOTE J Hall P P Car Park - Disabled D Chapel K Pavilion, Café Bene & Music 12 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Curriculum and Learning Curriculum Students are required to study the essential disciplines: English, Mathematics, Science, The framework for the Year 7 – 10 Curriculum Humanities, Religious Education, Technology, is provided by the International Baccalaureate The Arts, LOTE and Health & Physical Education. Organisation’s (IBO) Middle Years Program (MYP) and fulfils all requirements of the Australian More information regarding Curriculum can be National Curriculum. found on our website. Our program aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who Reporting Procedures help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. Students at MCC receive regular feedback about It encourages students to make practical their academic progress. connections between their studies and the This can take many forms including updates on real world, preparing them for success in their Canvas, test and assignment grades, assessment further study and life. It requires students to look rubrics as well as teacher comments – both beyond themselves and develop an awareness of written and verbal. the issues that challenge us at an international level. In doing so students are encouraged to Students are encouraged to discuss all forms of be creative, critical and reflective thinkers. As feedback with their teachers and parents. such the Middle Years Program framework aligns closely with our College motto “Informed, Compassionate, Creative”. Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 13
Home Study Instrumental Music Students are encouraged to set themselves In addition to classroom music, individual goals with regard to the work that needs to be instrument or singing lessons are available. completed each night. Home study is important Learning a musical instrument improves in order to be prepared for the day’s classes and memory, organisational skills, co-ordination, to help consolidate concepts taught in class. teamwork and communication skills. Music students enjoy great camaraderie and can The suggestion that Year 7 students should enhance their skills through a variety of complete 6 hours per week over 4 nights is set ensembles and performance opportunities as an approximate guide. The actual needs may at the College. vary depending upon the individual student’s capabilities and workload throughout the term. Lessons are provided on campus by the Mae Collard School of Music. More information At Year 7, the emphasis is on creating positive about the College Instrumental Tuition Program study habits early in secondary school. Learning can be found on our website. to be self-regulating and organised are skills that will ensure students are ready to manage For any Instrumental Music queries please an increased workload when they reach the contact the Finance Team at: Senior School. accounts@materchristi.edu.au 14 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Resource Lists College Expectations Links to the resources lists become live The communications network at MCC has been in November. set up to provide and maintain: All students will be provided with a combination • The highest level of communication padlock for their individual locker at the start of technology and software access the school year. Replacement padlocks can be • An environment of ownership, respect purchased from Main Reception. and responsibility • Every opportunity for growth and development in the use of communications technology Learning Technologies • A safe and secure environment for personal Network and Electronic Usage Guidelines work and files MCC provides a contemporary learning • Internet access for educational purposes environment which includes the use of digital Students are required to formally agree to and online resources to prepare our students for abide by the conditions of the ICT User their future. In all instances, students are required Agreement annually. to follow College rules and procedures and respect our values, especially those of respect, honesty and integrity. Responsibilities Within this context, students are provided with The College accepts no responsibility for lost, College leased iPads (Years 7 & 8) or MacBook Air stolen or damaged personal mobile devices Laptops (Years 9 – 12). The exact arrangements either at school or travelling to and from school. for 2022 will be confirmed with parents. The following websites provide further Guidelines, expectations and procedures are information and support: provided to protect all students and the • cybersafetysolutions.com.au security and integrity of the College data and technology infrastructure. The College will • esafety.gov.au take appropriate disciplinary action for non- • bullyingnoway.gov.au compliance with these. All students are required to secure mobile phones in their lockers. They may not be used during the school day unless specifically authorised by a teacher for a particular lesson. All communication systems within the MCC network, including email and internet/ intranet facilities, are the College’s property. The College allows access to and use of its network for legitimate work and education related purposes. Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 15
Services Student Support Services additional support needs are referred to appropriate agencies and mental health Further support for students is provided through practitioners. the Counselling and Health Care Centres and both are open Monday – Friday during the Our registered nurses provide assistance for school terms. first aid needs, school-based care for students with chronic medical conditions and health Our registered psychologists support student care resources. learning and wellbeing. They are actively engaged in the Pastoral Program and provide Parents may contact Student Support Services counselling, assessment and programs to via email: counselling@materchristi.edu.au support individual students. Ongoing or and healthcentre@materchristi.edu.au 16 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Health Care Centre Information Asthma Our Health Care Centre is staffed by Division 1 MCC is recognised as an Asthma Friendly School Registered Nurses and is open each day from by the Victorian Asthma Foundation. 8.00am – 3.45pm. It is a legal requirement that we have an annual Asthma Action Plan for each student with an Asthma diagnosis. Information Update We aim to provide the best possible health care for each student, therefore up-to-date Allergies / Anaphylaxis information is essential. Parents are asked to Allergies can be life threatening and require rapid notify the Health Care Centre of changes to any medical attention. personal or health details as soon as possible. If your daughter has an allergy or anaphylaxis, Phone 9757 0831 or email please ensure that the Health Care Centre has healthcentre@materchristi.edu.au the most up to date information at all times. An Action Plan for Anaphylaxis MUST be Students who are ill whilst at school completed for students who are at risk. In addition, an anaphylaxis risk management If a student becomes ill or is injured during the plan and an EpiPen must also be provided to day and is therefore unable to attend classes, the school. the student must go to the Health Care Centre for attention. If necessary, the nurse on duty will contact a parent or guardian to collect Medical Forms the student from school. It is essential that communication with home is coordinated All medical forms are available on our website by the school (not the student) in order to or can be obtained from the Health Care ensure appropriate duty of care and to manage Centre by emailing our nurses: students’ health needs. healthcentre@materchristi.edu.au Health Regulations Sun Protective Clothing and Hats Parents are asked to notify the school if a MCC follows procedures outlined in the Cancer student has an infectious disease or has been Council Victoria’s SunSmart Program. in contact with a person who has. The student Appropriate sun protective clothing is included may be required to stay away from school for the in the PE uniform and students are required to prescribed time, as indicated by the Department wear the College baseball cap or bucket hat for of Health and Human Services. all outdoor sports in Terms 1 and 4. Students are encouraged to keep to shaded Medication areas during the high UV period. Sunglasses may be worn. The use of SPF 30+ broad spectrum Students requiring medication other than water resistant sunscreen is encouraged and is paracetamol or naprogesic for occasional or daily available through the Health Care Centre and use MUST complete a ‘Student Own Medication’ from PE staff. form and return it to the Health Care Centre with the required medication so that it can be made available to them when needed. Please make sure the medication is in its original packaging and the expiry date is visible. Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 17
Finance My MCC Conveyance Allowance Program (CAP) The My MCC tab on the College website provides Students attending MCC may be eligible for secure access to the College intranet. financial assistance with transport costs through the Conveyance Allowance Program (CAP). Further details including username and password will be emailed to parents. To be eligible for the Conveyance Allowance a student must reside 4.8km or more by the shortest practicable route from the College. Fee Account The Department of Education and Training (DET) Families can view their Fee Account through pays the Conveyance Allowance to the College My MCC and make payments by Direct Debit for distribution to families. or Credit Card within a secure environment. More information about CAP is available on Credit Card details are encrypted and stored our website. within the NAB Transact online payment gateway to ensure compliance with privacy laws and banking regulations. MaterShop The Payment Arrangement and Direct Debit MaterShop is a debit card system which supports Form is available on our website. cashless transactions for photocopying, printing, at Café Bene, and for selected optional student activities. Camps, Sports & Excursions Students use their Mater Christi Student Photo Fund (CSEF) ID Card as the debit card. The Victorian Government Camps, Sports and Use of the MaterShop service provides students Excursions Fund (CSEF) commenced in 2015 with a safe and secure access to agreed funds. and provides payments for eligible students to attend camps, sports and excursions. MaterShop can be accessed and funds transferred via My MCC. More information about CSEF, including eligibility requirements, is available on our website. Catholic Education Benefit (CEB) MCC offers an annual rebate to families who have sons attending a Catholic Secondary College. The application form and more information about CEB is available on our website. 18 Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022
Café Bene myki Café Bene is open from 8.45am to 2.00pm every Some excursion destinations are best accessed school day. via public transport. All students will require a myki with sufficient funds for those travels. Students are able to purchase snacks, lunch and drinks and can pre-order lunches at the Information about myki is available on the beginning of the day. PTV website. More information about Café Bene is available on We recommend that students also register our website. their card. We look forward to welcoming you and your daughter to our MCC Community. Welcome to Mater Christi College YEAR 7, 2022 19
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