‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’ Matthew 25:40

Each year the St Vincent de Paul Society holds a national event, the Vinnies CEO Sleepout, to raise awareness of the growing issue of homelessness. It challenges business and community leaders to sleep rough for one night and raise funds to combat the issue. Homelessness and the care of people who are homeless is a primary concern of the St Vincent de Paul Society. Later this afternoon and into the evening, a group of Magdalene students from Years 9 - 12 and Magdalene staff will stay at school to coincide with this event.

The Vinnies School Sleepout allows students and school communities to get a glimpse of the realities of homelessness, and encourages students and staff to gain a deeper understanding of homelessness, raise awareness of the realities faced by people experiencing homelessness and raise funds to support Vinnies homeless services in the local community. The Magdalene sleepout has been coordinated by Mr Peter Collins, Mission Coordinator, and I acknowledge his organisation and commitment to this event.

‘Lord, when was it that we saw you hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you something to drink? And when was it that we saw you a stranger and welcomed you, or naked and gave you clothing? And when was it that we saw you sick or in prison and visited you?’ ...‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.’ (Matthew 25:34-40 )

God of Mercy,

We know your call to feed the hungry,

to help the stranger,

and to find shelter for the homeless.

Stir our hearts to move more deeply in our walk with Jesus,

to respond to the cry of the hungry,

to welcome the stranger

and to house the homeless.

Help us to be disciples of action and service to all.

Amen.

Bishop’s gathering with Year 12

Bishop Brian Mascord will be visiting Magdalene next week to meet with Year 12 students. He will first meet with the student leaders before being joined by all of Year 12 where he will lead them in prayer and reflection. In preparation for this gathering, Bishop Brian has requested that Year 12 reflect on the following question: What is the Spirit saying to you as a young person in our world today?  Time permitting, the students will also be given the opportunity during this time to ask Bishop Brian any questions that they may want to present to him. Following this, Bishop Brian will take the opportunity to have lunch with available staff. We look forward to welcoming Bishop Brian back to Magdalene.

Mid Year Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews and Academic Reports

Our mid year Parent/Carer/Student/Teacher interviews commenced this week with Year 7 and 9 on Wednesday evening. Thank you to the parents and carers who were available to attend and receive important feedback from teachers regarding your child’s current progress and recommendations for further achievement as we move towards Semester Two. 

The remaining interview dates and times are listed below:

Year 8 & 10 Wednesday 23 June 3-8pm (CAPA)

Year 11 Monday 21 June 3-7pm (Mary Mackillop Centre)

Year 7-12 Catch Up Interviews (Optional) - Friday 25 June 8.30-12pm (Pupil Free Day)

A reminder that Semester One Academic Reports (7 - 11) are accessible via Compass. Please check Compass notifications for a link and details on how to access these. Contact the College Office if you experience any difficulties in accessing your child’s report.

Staff News

Mrs Alyce Maree Mamone will be on leave from the end of this Term as she and her husband prepare for the birth of their third child. We wish Mrs Mamone and her family all the best for this exciting period ahead.  

Ms Helen Said will return to Magdalene and the HSIE Faculty from maternity leave at the start of next Term, and we thank Ms Jaclyn Pettitt for her work and commitment with her classes in replacing Ms Said during this time.

As we head towards our mid year break, on behalf of Mr McMahon, I hope that all students and staff are able to spend time with family and friends and enjoy a period of rest. Most importantly, keep safe and well.

Ms Jennifer Foldes

Acting Principal