The Eagle 1 September 2023

Principal's Report

Dear Members of the Marcellin College Community,

I recently had the privilege of being involved in the 2024 College Captain and Vice Captain interviews. I am always impressed with the way students articulate a vision and share some of their hopes and dreams for the College. This year we have had many applications for our Student Leadership positions and I have been buoyed by the quality of their applications and interviews. Each student that I spoke to was able to articulate what it is to be in a Marist school and the legacy that has been left to us by our founder and namesake, St Marcellin Champagnat. I was impressed with each of the applicants and there will be some difficult deliberations over the weekend. 

These interviews highlight the planning that has commenced for 2024. Along with subject choices, classes and staffing for 2024, we are also continuing to work on our College’s Continuous Improvement Plan 2024 - 2027. As a College, we are looking at some bold, yet achievable goals and I look forward to sharing the ways in which we aim to continually improve aspects of our College. A central part of the change will be our move to Compass as a 'one-stop-shop' for all student information. Each students' learning program will be available for our parents as will the expectation we have set for homework, classwork and behaviour. A new initiative that has started this year are our Champagnat Credits - these are positive behaviours that are witnessed by staff. We hope to expand this soon so that parents will be notified each time one of our students receives a commendation. 

Homework
As we get to the pointy end of the term, I encourage you to speak to your sons about the amount of homework they may (or may not be) doing. At Year 7 and 8, we would expect at least one hour a night on average, and this grows as students move up year levels. While there are times where homework may slow, please speak to your son’s teachers if you are concerned about their homework. It is important that students create good learning routines and practises – this starts from when they first enter the College. My recent discussion with some of my students in my Pastoral Group reminded me that a good study timetable is essential in building good routines and schedules. Too much homework can sometimes be just as worrying as not enough homework. Please reach out to subject teachers if you are concerned. 

This weekend we celebrate Father’s Day, so I thought it was fitting I finish with a prayer for our fathers: 

 Loving God, 
We come before you with hearts full of gratitude for the gift of fatherhood.
We remember St. Marcellin Champagnat, who dedicated his life to educating and caring for the young, 
and we ask for his intercession as we lift up our fathers to your loving care. 
Bless all fathers with wisdom and patience, that they may be good role models and sources of inspiration for their children. 
Just as St. Marcellin Champagnat saw the potential in each young person he encountered, 
may fathers recognise the unique gifts within their children and encourage them to grow in faith, knowledge, and love. 
Help them to foster an environment of compassion, forgiveness, and understanding within their households.
Lord, we also remember those fathers who may be facing difficulties or hardships. 
For those who are absent, grant healing and reconciliation. 
For those who are struggling, provide them with the support they need to overcome their challenges. 
Heavenly Father, we entrust all fathers to your loving care. 
May they find strength in their relationship with you and draw inspiration from the life of St. Marcellin Champagnat. 
Bless them abundantly in their vocation as fathers and guide them along the path of righteousness. 
We ask this through Christ our Lord. 
Amen. 

Marco Di Cesare
Principal

Faith & Mission

Staff Theology Day
On Monday, 21 August all teaching staff and learning support officers undertook an enriching day of formation aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of the intricate layers of our Catholic and Marist identity and the evolving role of Catholic schools in the contemporary world. Facilitated by Dr. Teresa Brown from the Australian Catholic University, the day's exploration focussed on the important role of our Catholic and Marist identity in a modern educational context.

The day began by considering the nature and significance of Catholic schools in today's context. Insights from the Second Vatican Council, documents from the Dicastery for Culture and Education, and Pope Francis' encyclical Fratelli Tutti were deftly interwoven to navigate the dynamic nature of tradition.

We also considered the intricate balance between Catholic identity and the evolving societal landscape, drawing insights from Australian census data and the Generation Z Study. Staff also had an opportunity to engage with our own College data from our Enhancing Catholic School Identity research.

The Staff Theology Day provided a comprehensive exploration of our Catholic and Marist identity and relevance in contemporary education, fostering introspection and dialogue among the staff about their pivotal role in shaping tradition, meaning, and faith within their educational context.

Marist Connect Night
Last night, some of our College student leaders and emerging student leaders attended the final Marist Connect Night for 2023.

Through interactive workshops, discussions, and shared experiences, our students enhanced their skills in effective communication, teamwork, and empathetic leadership. The evening provided a platform for them to forge connections with fellow student leaders from other Victorian Marist schools, fostering a sense of unity and shared purpose. This event not only empowered them with practical leadership tools but also instilled a deeper understanding of the Marist ethos, enabling them to embody and promote these values within their school community.

All of the young people who attended this event left the Marist Centre with a renewed sense of purpose, ready to inspire positive change and make meaningful contributions to our College and beyond.

Season of Creation
Today, 1 September, marks the beginning of the Season of Creation. The Season of Creation is a month-long period dedicated to reflecting on and promoting awareness about the interconnectedness between God, humanity, and the natural world. It is a season of prayer, education, and action focused on addressing environmental issues and fostering a sense of stewardship for the Earth. The Season of Creation typically takes place from 1 September (the World Day of Prayer for Creation) to 4 October (the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of ecology).

At Marcellin College, our Green Team and Sustainability Coordinator, Mr Hugh Holliday, are working to raise awareness of the increasingly complex global challenges of climate change, environmental degradation, and the loss of biodiversity. The team have been involved in a number of initiatives over the past two years including waste audits leading to more efficient recycling practices and waste disposal, and the improvement of our College grounds by planting more flora and installing nesting boxes to encourage native birds that inhabit the Bulleen area to use our grounds as a place to live.

We will also be teaming up with an exciting new initiative called the Marist Earth Movement being spearheaded by Jeni Miller, Chair of the Laudato Si' Action Committee for the Marist Star of the Sea Province. By engaging in prayers, events, and actions that promote environmental justice and ecological responsibility led by our Marcellin College Green Team, we hope that this Season of Creation serves as a global call to action to address the urgent challenges facing our planet and to strive for a more harmonious and sustainable future.

Geralyn McCarthy
Deputy Principal Faith & Mission

Green team building nesting boxes

To celebrate the first day of spring today, some Green Team members constructed several nesting boxes for Rainbow Lorikeets. They will be installed in the coming week. The grevilleas we planted earlier in the term attract the lorikeets, as we work to maintain and improve native biodiversity in our area.

Student Wellbeing

It is certainly hard to be believe we are almost at the end of Term 3. This term has been marked by many wonderful events that have been run by the wellbeing team. This includes R U OK? Day which is a public health promotion charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives. The skills that our students learn about on this day can assist them to support each other, their families and our wider community and also lead to the development of lifelong friendships and connections. As well as R U OK?, we are also planning the World’s Greatest Shave. There are more details about this initiative throughout this newsletter, but it is worth mentioning that this is almost entirely student lead and demonstrates the social conscience of many of our students as they seek to help those in need.

Year 12 Students
Term 3 can also be a stressful time for our Year 12 students. As our senior students complete their internal assessments during this term, they also begin preparation for examinations. I would like to take this opportunity to remind students and families in our community that students can and should seek the support of their Pastoral or House Leader or one of our counsellors if they feel they need it. These staff are equipped with a range of skills to help them navigate this period successfully and will be checking in with them throughout this period. However, we also encourage you to have a conversation with your son about seeking support if he needs it.

Student Safety
With road works increasing on Bulleen Road, we have seen an increase in the number of families dropping their sons off at Sandra Street. In the interest of student safety, we remind all parents/carers of the 40km speed limit in this area. We would also request that parents/carers ensure that students exit the family car quickly and on the curb side of the road. Additionally, any conversations at home that remind students to use the pedestrian crossing and dedicated pathways rather than roads would complement our work at school and help us to enable our students to create safe habits.

How can I get my shutdown teen to open up?
One of the most common questions that we get from our parents and carers relates to tips about how to get their child to open up or talk about anything? The good news is, there are a range of strategies that this short article explores. My advice is often that this is a learnt skill of parenting/teaching and that it can take time to develop in yourself and the young person in your care. I hope that you find the article interesting and informative as speaking to our children is an important skill to engage with as we all seek to support them to become good Christians and good Citizens. 

Rocky Gentile
Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing

Learning & Teaching

Exams

With the end of year Unit 3&4 exam period not far away, now is the time for students to begin preparation – if they have not already started.

As the final VCE exams cover a full years’ worth of work there is much to review and recall, so it is important to begin preparation early.

The linked Tips for Exam Preparation is filled with insights and strategies to help students achieve their best during this time.

It is worth a reminder that students achieving the highest results in VCE studies, report that they spend 3-4 hours per night, and up to 6 hours over the weekend, on studying. They also identify that they complete as many practice exam papers as possible, with an average of five practice papers per subject.

Details about the September Trial Unit 3&4 Exams are now available on Compass.

While we may not ourselves be completing the exams, there is a lot parents and families can do to support their VCE student. Here are some tips for parents to help students’ study effectively:

• Create a Supportive Environment.
• Establish a Routine: Help your child create a consistent study schedule.
• Encourage Breaks: Short breaks can help refresh the mind and prevent burnout.
• Encourage Good Diet and Exercise: Proper nutrition fuels the brain for effective studying and physical activity can reduce stress and improve concentration.
• Discuss Study Topics: Explaining concepts to others is a fantastic way to reinforce knowledge.
• Be a Quiz Master: Offer to ask questions (quiz) on the material being studied.
• Prepare for the Exam Day: On the day of the exam, ensure your child gets a good night's sleep, eats a healthy breakfast, has all their materials and is on time.

Term 3 PTS Conferences – Progress Reports
Parent-Teacher-Student (PTS) Conferences for Years 7 – 11, including Year 11 Vocational Major, subjects will take place during the final two weeks of Term 3. Bookings can be made NOW via Compass. More information on how to book a conference time can be found in the Compass News.

Prior to the first conferences Term 3 progress reports will be made available to students and parents, also via Compass. The progress reports provide an overview of student progress in significant learning behaviours such as organisation, effort, and engagement with learning. These behaviours are key indicators of student success and you may like to specifically discuss these with your child’s teachers.

Compass Transition – Optional Parent Information Evenings
In 2024 the College will transition away from other software programs, and Compass will become our central repository and communication tool.

Compass is a broad student management system, able to consolidate many aspects of school life in one place – at the moment we are only using a small fraction of its functionality.

We recognise that its important families can access information in a timely and easy manner. Parents should be able to see and check what’s happening in the classroom, assigned homework, exam revision and assessment due dates. From the beginning of the 2024 school year, Compass will carry this information, as well as manage excursions and incursions, while continuing to provide attendance information.

To support families in this transition, we are offering the opportunity to attend an information night. Attendance is optional. These Compass Information Nights will provide more details about information that will be made available via Compass, as well as offer assistance on how to access and navigate the portal.

There are two possible dates available, for those interested in attending – please note they are a repeat, so families need only attend one of the nights. To assist with planning for these evenings, we ask for you to register (RSVP) your attendance here.

Please be aware that due to capacity restrictions, we are only able to provide two tickets per family. Students will be provided support learning the new system at school, these evenings are specifically designed for parents and carers.

Suzanne Farley,
Deputy Principal Learnig & Teaching

From our Learning Areas

Library News
Wednesday, 23 August was Australian School Library Day. The theme for this year was Libraries are made by people so we threw this idea over to the Year 7 classes and asked them to design their ideal library. The end results were many and varied as you can imagine! Ideas ranged from hot tubs, dinosaur statues and palm trees, through to cricket pitches and fastfood outlets. I’m happy to report that all of the ideal libraries did still include books so maybe the art of reading hasn’t quite disappeared. The value of school libraries is now backed by research from around the world, as shown in the article here, School Libraries Matter! The missing piece in the education puzzle.

Here at Marcellin College, we are lucky to have a well-resourced library and the opportunity to run our reading program with Year 7 and 8 students.

Rebecca Preedy, Information Services Leader

Music Report
Congratulations to all members of our Intermediate and Senior Concert Bands who were both awarded Silver at this year’s Victorian School Music Festival. Both ensembles entered with challenging repertoire and played very well. Following their performances, each ensemble had the opportunity to work with Chief Adjudicator, Dr Mary Schneider, Professor of Conducting and Director of Bands at Eastern Michigan University. What an incredible experience and opportunity for our students!

A massive congratulations also to Year 9 student Orlando D, who won Gold at the recent Annual Performance Festival run by The Speech & Drama Teachers' Association of Victoria. Orlando performed the speech Is this a dagger which I see before me by William Shakespeare. Well done to both Orlando and Tanya Salinas-Byrne, our incredible Public Speaking Tutor.

Andrew Short, Head of Music

Student Leadership

World’s Greatest Shave 

On Thursday, 14 September the College will take part in the World’s Greatest Shave. During lunchtime, those who have signed up will be shaving their head to a number two with opportunity for others to dye their hair for a gold coin donation. 

The World’s Greatest Shave is one of Australia’s most-loved fundraising campaigns and the Leukaemia Foundation’s largest fundraising event with over 20,000 Aussies taking part each year. For 24 years, selfless individuals, teams, schools and workplaces have raised money to shave, colour or cut their hair - making it their mission to beat blood cancer. 

Money raised through campaigns such as World’s Greatest Shave allows the Leukaemia Foundation to offer expert support and fund, leading-edge research to make a change for Australians facing blood cancer. 

A survey was sent to all students and teachers asking if they were willing to participate. Each student and teacher will have their own profile of which you can choose to sponsor individuals or the College as a whole. 

This initiative was setup by the College Captains they are aiming to raise $20,000 to help support the mission and aspirations of the Shave, with all proceeds going to the Leukaemia Foundation. If you would like to donate, please do so by visiting.

Connor, James & Callum - 2023 College Captains

Term 3 has thus far proved a season of success for our music department! Across our band program, we have seen our Strings Ensemble, Choir, Senior Big Band, and Stage Band bring home outstanding results from our involvement in the Victorian School Music Festival (VSMF), a true testament to the effort which is consistently put in by members of these ensembles, as well as the extraordinary teaching staff who have guided us. Especially notable is our Senior Big Band’s gold outcome in the highest division of VSMF, having been the highest award ever received by a Marcellin College Ensemble. 

Year 9 and 10 classes took part in an excursion to Oaklands Recording Studios Australia, in Nunawading, providing an immersive recording experience to the students, and invaluable knowledge on industry practice.

This Monday, 4 September we have our Spring Concert at Hawthorn Arts Centre which will showcase the skills of our classical based ensembles, as well as select senior soloists. The concert will feature guest artists supporting our students’performances. Following this, our annual Jazz Concert falls on Friday, 13 October, which will showcase our school’s high level jazz ensembles and featured soloists.

Hope to see you there!

Riley Brennan, 2023 Music Captain

Last month, a team of eight dedicated Chess members headed off to Scotch College to go up against the best of the best in Victoria. After leaving Bulleen at lunch, we headed off for Scotch College. We had a strong first two rounds, being placed in the top 5, amongst the likes of Melbourne High, Waverly College, and Scotch. Over the course of the next few rounds, we would stay in pursuit of the top teams, two Melbourne High teams, Waverley College and one of Scotch’s many teams.

Unfortunately, nothing would be a match for the near perfect results of said teams, with each going nearly flawless throughout the entire event. A big congratulations to Domenic Attard, Connor Karagiannis and Rian Nguyen for their amazing performance, each winning four out of the total 7 games. Each of them placed within the top 40 individual rankings, compared to over 100 students. These boys are in Year 8, 9 and 10 respectively, and to win a majority of their matches, primarily against much older students was a big feat. Thank you to all those who participated in the event, as well as those students who continuously show up to Marcellin College’s Chess program on Fridays. I also extend this thanks to Mr Law and Ms Kapetanovic for facilitating this trip for our bright young men, and I hope to see many more great performances in the coming years.

Luka Graham, 2023 Chess Captain

Lord Somers Camp
Hello, my name is Charlie. Last summer I had the privilege of going on Lord Somers Camp, which was one of the most unique, fun and exciting weeks of my life. The camp involves a week with 99 other boys who are complete strangers, out of the 100, you get split into five different colours. Each day the colours battle it out in many different types of unique and fun games utilising all types of skills. What I most enjoyed about the camp is that it felt like everyday, was completely different to the one before, from survivor type challenges to spontaneous water fights, to tug of war, I would like to name everything, but it would take too long. The camps activities cater towards everyone, which is something I quite enjoyed, from brains to brawn. Something else about the camp that I surprisingly enjoyed was the fact that I was without my phone for the entire week, being completely disconnected from the outside world, causing you to be forced to socialise and make new connections with other people. I actually had one of my greatest memories of my life on the camp, which was playing and singing Viva la Vida in front of the camp, with everyone rejoicing with “the greatest song” of all time, along with me.

So, to the people who are soon to be nominated or thinking about registering, Lord Somers Camp is an experience like no other activity, or camp you will ever go on. I’ve made bonds with people I would have never met otherwise, and will never forget all the crazy, hilarious, and spontaneous experiences I’ve had.

Charlie Curtin, 2023 Mannes House Captain

Year 9 Student Leaders Networking Day
On Wednesday, 16 August, overseen by Mr Tomada, Year 9 leaders went to Catholic Ladies College (CLC) in Eltham to attend a student Networking Day with twelve schools in attendance from around the state. To start the day, the CLC leaders gave some words of wisdom about what it means to be a leader. Their enlightening words set up what would be a very productive and engaging day.

Our first activity was an icebreaker between all students, where we had the chance to connect with students from other schools in order to develop confidence, new relationships and bonds. We also completed a ‘speed dating’ - without the dating – exercise to further build connections.

We then moved into small groups to start a series of mini debates, which would help to make us think and work together with our new friends to formulate some interesting arguments for and against a topic. Afterwards we enjoyed a short recess, where we expanded on our new friendships with friendly games of footy and netball.

On the first Networking Day held earlier in the year at Whitefriars, many ideas were tossed around from each school. After recess, we all gathered together to present some of the ideas that were focussed on more thoroughly by each school, since our last meeting. Each school had the spotlight to demonstrate their ideas to the rest of the cohort. These represented what we, as a leadership cohort, are all about changing to make our schools a better place.

Stay tuned to find out what we have discussed, because we hope to implement our ideas very soon!

The Junior School Executive, and Year 9 SRC Team

Community News

Father’s Day Breakfast 

It was a packed house on Wednesday, 30 August for our annual Father’s Day Breakfast. 2023 Junior School Captain, Ben Bodycoat gave a heartfelt speech about the special bond between fathers and sons. Students shared some video messages with their dads. Click here to view them. 

Thank you to everyone who attended and to those who supported the logistics of the event. 

Father and son photos from the day can be downloaded here. 

Share the Dignity

In conjunction with the success of our Vinnies Winter Sleepout during Homelessness Week, the College also sought donations for Share the Dignity.

Share the Dignity is a women's charity in Australia that works to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence, or doing it tough. We distribute period products to women, girls, and anyone who menstruates who needs support. When someone is doing it tough, the last thing on their mind should be dealing with their period.

The positive response from the community helped us not only to collect numerous bags worth of products for Share the Dignity, but also enough to give additional products to our local Exodus community.

We are proud as an all-boys school to be able to support this initiative, to not only assist women in need but to also expand our students’ understanding of challenges faced by others.

Kidventures Holiday Program (18 – 22 September) 

A special holiday program will be running at the College over the term break. 

Court Sports Camp 
Kids step onto the courts to play eight awesome sports: basketball, netball, tennis, volleyball, handball, dodgeball, futsal and badminton. With our seasoned coaches by their side, each child will master the fundamental skills of each sport, setting them up for endless fun and success. 

Football Camp 
Kids take to the field to play AFL, soccer, rugby, gridiron, and OZ-Tag at this exciting camp! Guided by our expert sports coaches, they will experience the thrill of the game like never before. 

• Dates: 18 - 22 September 2023 
• Booking link:  
• Cost: $120 per day [Childcare Subsidy (CCS) may apply depending upon your household income]. 
• For more information visit.

2023 Alumni Reunion Evening 

Save the date! On Friday, 17 November we will welcome back the graduating classes of 1973, 1983, 1993, 2003 and 2013 for a special reunion night that will include a trip down memory lane. 

For further information and to book a ticket, visit.

Soaring Literacy Heights 

Congratulations to Dyson Russell from the Class of 2012 who recently published his first book of poetry. In this debut anthology entitled Marching with a Broken Shadow, readers are invited to embark on that journey; delving profoundly into their innermost thoughts and prevailing feelings - from the deepest and darkest layers of hurt and confusion, to the most hypnotic forms of happiness and dream.

To learn more and purchase a copy, click here. 

Up there Cazaly! 

The Marcellin Old Collegians Football Club (MOCFC) is recruiting for their mens, womens and under 19s football teams for the 2024 season. 

Download the flyer to learn more. 

Josh Giddey Raffle

Owen W (Year 7), Alex W & Cathal F (Year 8) will be representing Eltham Wildcats in the U14 National Basketball Club Championships during the term break 23- 30 September. All games will be played at Casey Basketball Stadium. As part of their fundraising efforts, they have a signed and framed Josh Giddey singlet up for grabs. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here or via the QR code in the attached flyer. The boys would appreciate everyone’s support. 

Health Centre

Dear Parents and Carers,

Over the past two weeks I have seen lots of students with tummy pains/headaches and/or sore throats with fevers of 38 and above. Many of these students have to come to school unwell. If your son is unwell, please keep him at home, test for COVID as there is still lots of COVID in the community. The school has an ample supply of Rapid Antigen Tests (RAT) available for families, should you need them.

Hay Fever / Asthma
The first signs of spring are here, with a few warmer days, the bees are around and flowers are starting to bloom. This also means that the hay fever season has begun and for many students this is a very difficult time. If your son suffers from hay fever and takes anti histamines please ensure this is documented on Consent2go, so that we have consent to give antihistamines if he forgets to take his before school.

If your child experiences hay fever, there is a hay fever plan available here, it requires completion by your child's GP. Please ensure this plan is provided to the College Nurse.

Additionally, students with asthma may find it more difficult to manage their condition during this time. It's important to have a conversation with your child about the significance of using their preventer medication regularly. They should also carry and know how to use their Ventolin inhaler with a spacer.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community healthy and safe.

Gaye Viney, College Nurse

College Counsellors

On Wednesday, 6 September at 7pm, inconjunction with Our Lady of Mercy (OLMC), the College with host a special presentation It's Time We Talked with guest speaker Maree Crabbe in the Functions Room. 

This presentation will explore:

• What parents need to understand about pornography and its influence on young people’s sexual understandings and expectations 
• How parents can support their children’s healthy social and sexual development in an age of pornography. 

To register your attendance, click here. For further details please view the below flyer.

Rosemary Chapple & Chris Lang, College Student Counsellors

Staff Profile

Hello, my name is Robert Aston. I have been a member of the Marcellin College community for around 12 years. My role is the Director of Data Analytics. What I enjoy most about the College is it’s sense of community and the opportunities it extends to both staff and students. I particularly enjoy my role as Pastoral Leader, I am lucky enough to share the morning with the brilliant young men of Mannes 4. A mighty Pastoral indeed!

When I’m not at the College, I may be found enjoying a delicious espresso at a cafe or walking my dog Rupert.

Robert Aston, Director of Data Analytics

Student Profile

Hi my name is Conor, with one n! I’m in Year 7 and Faulkner House. What I love most about Marcellin College is how you can find anything to keep your interest and do whatever your passionate about and would like to pursue in the future.

When I grow up I want to be an AFL player or a lawyer. When I’m not at school, I play a lot of sport, hang out with my close footy friends and family. My prediction is that Melbourne will win the premiership this year!

Conor, Year 7 Faulkner House

Careers & Pathways News

VTAC Applications Close 28 September

Over the past two weeks, as a follow on from the Year 12 VTAC Assembly, VTAC Parent Information Night and an apprenticeship / traineeship session with Mas National, the careers team has been meeting with Year 12 students and assisting them with their VTAC applications and discussing how they are feeling leading into the end of the year. No doubt over the next week this will continue as we have tried to encourage students to get their applications and preferences in this month so they can focus on their upcoming exams without the pressure of creating and submitting their VTAC profile and applications.

In saying that, again a reminder that payment for timely applications for VTAC close on Thursday, 28 September. Please submit your application on time as late fees apply. Course preferences can still be changed after payment and will remain open until Wednesday, 13 December.

SEAS and Scholarship applications submitted by Friday, 15 September will receive a guaranteed document review. SEAS is an important process to recognise any circumstances outside of a student’s control that may have impacted their VCE studies.

For specific advice and one-on-one career planning, meetings can be booked here with Lara Ingram or Andrew Belli. Students are also welcome to drop into the CLC or email if they have questions or concerns. Please continue to check the Careers website, MyMC Careers pages and Compass for up-to-date career information, events, and opportunities.

Lara Ingram & Andrew Belli, Career Counsellors

Sport Report

Congratulations Luke Shuey - Class of 2008

Congratulations to Luke Shuey, Class of 2008 on a fantastic AFL career that came to an end last weekend.

Luke represented the College at 1st XVIII Football and played 1st XI Cricket in his senior years also. In 2008 he captained the AGSV representative football team that played the APS. An Augustine House student, Luke still has strong connections to his mates from Marcellin College with a large group travelling across to Perth to be there for his last game. 

Click here to read to full article and write up from Westcoast Eagle.

We wish Luke and his family all the best for what comes next.

Premiers Cup - 1st Soccer

After a successful undefeated season winning the 1st XI AGSV Soccer Competition, Marcellin College progressed to the Football Victoria Premiers Cup which took place on Monday, 28  August. Having not played as a team for over a month, it took some time to get our momentum, with the first two of our six matches finishing in a 1-0 win and a 1-1 draw. Our next three matches became easier once we found the form we had displayed throughout the AGSV season, with results being 6-1, 4-0, and 3-0. It was a fantastic display by all players to attack and score for two and a half hours of game time, and credit to Year 11 student Aidan O who finished the fixtured matches with 8 goals. These results meant we finished on top of our draw undefeated and qualified for the Semi Final against Carey.

Unfortunately we lost this game, our first for the year, 3-1 in a hard fought match where all players ticked over three hours of game time for the day. We unfortunately looked tired, but played valiantly until the end. It was a fantastic day otherwise which displayed the high quality of soccer in our community, and I would like to congratulate our players for the way they conducted themselves on and off the pitch.

Thank you to all parents and family who supported, as we easily had the largest support crew for any team on the day. Finally, it was a privilege to be a part of and thank you to all those involved in the 1st XI Soccer program for the 2023 season.

Jeremy Doolan, Teacher in Charge of Soccer