Principal's Update 21 February 2025

Dear Members of the Marcellin College Community,

As we move further through the term, I continue to be impressed by the engagement and enthusiasm of our students, parents and staff. There is a real sense of community and commitment to excellence in all that we do. This past fortnight has been particularly eventful and I would like to share some key highlights with you.

Year 12 Retreats
I had the privilege of visiting each of our Year 12 Retreats and I appreciated the openness to discussion and sharing by our young men. These retreats provide a unique opportunity for reflection, personal growth and strengthening relationships. It was heartening to see the maturity and sincerity with which our students engaged in these meaningful experiences.

Parents & Friends Meeting
We held our first Parents & Friends Group meeting of the year and I extend my sincere thanks to Pamela Middleton for her leadership in bringing this group together. The enthusiasm and commitment of our parents play a vital role in the life of our College and I look forward to the upcoming Mix and Mingle event. Please see below for more details on this gathering. I hope many of you can make it on the night.

Information Nights
It was wonderful to see so many parents attend our Year 7 Information Night. Our Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing, Mr Rocky Gentile, spoke about daily routines and strategies for supporting your sons learning at home. Parents were able to connect and engage in meaningful dialogue with their sons’ Pastoral Leaders. The positive feedback from parents reaffirms the importance of these evenings in ensuring a smooth transition into secondary school.

Navigating the VCE journey can be both exciting and challenging, especially for families experiencing it for the first time. We had an excellent turnout at our VCE Information Night this week and I appreciate the engagement of our parents as we work together to support our students in achieving their best outcomes. I look forward to seeing you at the Year 12 Parent & Son breakfasts in the coming weeks.

Redden House Mass
This week, we celebrated our first Redden House Mass for the year, a significant moment in our spiritual life as a College. My thanks to Fr Mark Reynolds for leading us in this celebration, reminding us of the importance of faith and community in our daily lives. House Masses with occur once a term in addition to our regular liturgical gatherings throughout the year.

Marist Association Meeting
Our first Marist Association meeting of the year took place this week, bringing together those who share in the Marist mission and charism. These gatherings provide a wonderful opportunity to reflect on our shared values and strengthen our commitment to the Marist way of life.

Meet the Principal Morning Teas
I would like to express my gratitude to the parents who have attended our Principal Morning Teas. These informal gatherings provide a valuable opportunity for conversation and connection, allowing us to share insights into College life and listen to the thoughts and experiences of our parent community. Details for remaining year levels can be found below. I look forward to seeing you then.