Principal's Update 7 March 2025

Dear Members of the Marcellin College Community,

The past fortnight has been full of activity, connection and learning at the College. It is always a pleasure to engage with our students, parents and staff in the many events that bring our community together. Along with our Year 10 Meet the Principal Morning Tea, here are some highlights from the last two weeks.

Cambodia Immersion Experience Information Night
I had the privilege of attending our Cambodia Immersion Experience information night. Having participated in the 2024 immersion, along with then Year 11 student Luke and Augustine House Leader Ms Sarah Carmody, I was able to share my experiences and learnings with our families. This immersion is a profound experience for our senior students, offering opportunities for cultural understanding, service and personal growth. We look forward to organising this event for 2025 and I encourage any parents of senior students who are interested in their sons attending to contact Mrs Geralyn McCarthy for more information.

Final AGSV Round for the Summer Season
This Saturday marked the final AGSV round for the Summer season. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all our coaches, staff and students who committed themselves to their teams and represented the College with pride. The dedication and sportsmanship displayed throughout the season have been commendable. Our 1sts Cricket team move into the finals and we await their achievements in a fortnight.

Year 7 Parent Social BBQ
We had the pleasure of hosting our Year 7 Parent Social BBQ, an event designed to help families connect and build relationships as their sons begin their journey at Marcellin College. It was a great night, with plenty of lively conversations and community spirit. The Leadership Team enjoyed managing the BBQ and catching up with parents—it was wonderful to see so many new families forming friendships and feeling part of our community.

Year 7 Orientation Camp
This week, I visited our Year 7 Orientation Camp, where our newest students were actively engaging in a variety of exciting activities. As I watched them navigate the Flying Fox, Rock Climbing, Archery and other team-building exercises, I was in awe of some staff who were up there with their harnesses or getting involved in the canoeing. These experiences are invaluable in helping our Year 7 students develop friendships, build confidence and familiarise themselves with the values and culture of our College.