Faith Formation
Year 10 Twilight Retreat - Save the Date
In Week 14, we are offering a Twilight Retreat for Year 10 students, with the invitation being extended to students at Canberra Girls Grammar, Merici, and St Clare’s College. It will be held on Tuesday 31 October here at Marist, with the time and venue TBA. For any questions contact Mr Lansdown-Weir.
Explosion Youth Conference
Explosion Youth Conference is being held at the College next week, from Sunday 24 – Wednesday 27 September.
Students in Years 7 - 12 can register here.
Reminders
News from the Year 7 and 8 Coordinator
Year 8 Camp
Year 8 families would have recently received an email regarding the Year 8 Camp in Term 4. Please note that the deadline for completion of the medical and consent form is Monday 9 October. More details can be found here.
Year 8 Social
Parents and Carers of Year 8 Marist students. Your child is warmly invited to the MCC Year 8 Social on Wednesday 11 October from 5.30 pm to 7.30pm in our Senior School Hall. More details can be found here.
Year 7 Families 2024
Save the date for the Year 7 2024 Information Evening on Tuesday 24 October and the Year 7 2024 Orientation Day on Friday 24 November.
Equipment
Please check with your son that he has a fully stocked pencil case, an adequate number of exercise books and that he still knows where all of his textbooks are, noting that there is concern from some teachers in this regard.
Picture This - Photography Competition
Please name your files Year.FirstNameLastName (eg. 12.JohnSmith1) and then submit them here!
To view the entries so far, please click here.
The One Act Play That Goes Wrong
For Semester 2, the Year 11 Drama class have formed The Marist Curtain Call Theatre Company as part of their theatre production unit. All students have taken on a leadership production role and are creating, directing, producing, designing and acting in their chosen play, The One Act Play That Goes Wrong. They have been working for weeks in the pre-production phase in preparation for the play, which will take place next week on Thursday 19 October 19 and Friday 20 October. Please come and support this talented and hard-working group of Senior Students.
THE ONE ACT PLAY THAT GOES WRONG: Get ready for a night of mix-ups, mischief and mishaps! The opening night of The Marist Curtain Call Theatre company’s, The One Act Play That Goes Wrong, hits the stage for two nights only! The play features the rag-tag Cornley Drama Society who try to pull together their newest production. “The Murder at Haversham Manor.” This 1920s classic whodunit, quickly falls apart as unconscious actors, failing props and energetic “dead people” steal the show. How will this group of amateur actors respond? Will they make it to the final Curtain Call?
Find out on Thursday 19 and Friday 20 October at 6.00 pm! This play is suitable for all ages, and we would love to have many Junior School families in attendance!
Vanessa Johnson
Senior School Teacher
Community
Forming Fine Young Men Parent Workshop
Parents, Old Boys and Carers are invited to be part of the development of a wellbeing curriculum framework based on Marist College Canberra’s approach to Forming Fine Young Men.
As parents and carers of our current Marist Boys or Old Boys we would value your input and support in creating the Forming Fine Young Men framework.
The parent workshop will explore the notion of a fine young man, central to both the Respectful Relationships project and the wellbeing framework which will be implemented in 2024. The workshop will be an opportunity to explore, define, and develop the notion of forming fine young men within our Marist community, and identify key themes or concepts that will form the focus of explicit lessons in 2024.
Date: Tuesday 17 October
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Location: Senior Hall, Marist College Canberra
To register for this event, please click here.
2023 Super Reunion
Marist College Canberra and the Marist College Canberra Old Boys Association are pleased to welcome Old Boys from 1983, 1993, 2003 and 2013 to our second annual Super Reunion. Please join us for a BBQ, refreshments and school tours this Saturday from 12.00pm.
Date: Saturday 11 November 2023
Time: 12.00pm – 4.00pm
Location: Marist College Canberra
Please register your attendance by clicking your reunion year below.
Class of 2013 – 10 Year Reunion
Class of 2003 – 20 Year Reunion
Class of 1993 – 30 Year Reunion
Class of 1983 – 40 Year Reunion
The reunions offer a wonderful opportunity for Old Boys to reunite, reconnect and reminisce about years past.
Lifeline's Lake, Rattle and Roll
Please join us for Lifeline's Lake, Rattle and Roll. This is an opportunity for families to be involved in an act of community service together, and to be part of a World Record attempt – the most people doing the Twist at once!
Event: Lake Rattle & Roll – Twist World Record Attempt
Date: Sunday 8 October 2023 – start of Mental Health Week
Time: 9:45 am Sharp – registration from 8:45am
Location: Lake Burley Griffin, between the Kings Avenue Bridge and Commonwealth Avenue Bridge
For further information please click here or contact Brett Norton - 0419 419 462.
Sport
From the Rowing Club
Last weekend’s Open Day at the Marist Rowing Sheds in Yarralumla was a huge success! It was wonderful to meet so many new families and we look forward to hopefully welcoming you into the Club this season. A huge thank you to our volunteers and returning rowers for contributing to the success of the day!
A reminder that registrations for the 2023/24 rowing season close this Friday 22 September 2023.
Membership is open to boys in Year 6 through to Year 11 (2023). New rowers are generally accepted up to Year 8. Applications from boys in higher year groups will be assessed individually but cannot be guaranteed.
Please CLICK HERE to register!
Further information can be found on the MCCRC website.
The Marist - Merici Sailing Club
Navigating Term 4 with Style!
Hot and dry El Niño afternoons, HA! What better way to refresh after period 6 in the classroom than to set sail on our beloved Lake Burley Griffin.
Whether you're new to sailing or a seasoned sailor, you're in for a fantastic time. The Marist-Merici Sailing Club is your gateway to learning the ropes or fine-tuning your race skills. We offer introductory sessions on Wednesdays and race strategy training on Thursdays after school.
At the helm, you'll find the YMCA Sailing Club, which not only provides all equipment but also expert guidance in preparing our teams for thrilling Australian Teams racing competitions. Our collective aim this season is to hoist our sails high at the Nationals, and to make that happen, we're counting on passionate new members like you to join our crew.
Marist College and Merici College have joined forces for several years now, fostering a partnership that not only enhances your skills but also expands your circle of friends. All this happens in a safe and fun environment. The estimated cost for the weekly program is $290 and includes transport and all sundries. On training days, simply pack your swimsuit, rash guard, towel, well-worn sneakers, and a generous helping of adventure.
No specific fitness level is required, as sailing is all about inclusivity, strategy, precise timing, teamwork, and effective communication. And as a bonus, our team spices up the training routine with celebratory events and leisurely sailing outings.
Click the links below to register your interest:
So, don't miss the boat – see you on the water!
For more information, please email sailing@mcc.act.edu.au