ActingPrincipalUpdate
It is a well-worn cliché to say that a school term is busy, but Term Two 2025hasseenitsparticularshareof significant events, successes and challenges.
For a new Acting Principal, it has beenawhirlwindtryingtomeetnew people, learn new names, find new places, learn policies and practise everyday processes If I did not see you as often as I should, or reply to your email as quickly as you wanted,thenIapologise.
A personal highlight for me has been teaching History with 9V for a fewweeks;Ihopetheyenjoyeditas muchasIdid!
It is difficult to write a term report without talking about the enormous floodswhichengulfedtheMidCoast region in May, leading to the school being closed for a week. It was particularly difficult for the Year 4 students, teachers and parents who battledbackfromtheirCamptothe flooded Taree area, and I would like to acknowledge the difficulties they faced and the great resilience they showed.
TheMVACcommunityralliedbehind those members who suffered from the floods; from helping people whose homes were severely damaged,volunteeringwith
organisations like the SES, or helping loved ones deal with the trauma associatedwiththeevents
AsaschoolIwasveryproudofourYear 12 and 6 leaders who devised and ran theDonationDayon20May.Thissawa huge amount of food and clothing donatedtotheBlueCrossAppealatSt. John’s Church in Taree. It showed the MVAC Way in a clear, tangible and meaningfulway.
We finished the term with three major celebrations – the Awards ceremonies for Junior and Senior schools and the excitement of Foundation Day on 27 June
Icongratulateeveryonewhowasrewardedfortheireffortsthissemester,beit in academic competitions, for displaying key MVAC values, for their sporting successesorfortheirengagementintheperformingarts.Speakingpersonally, IalwaysenjoyhearingstudentsperformtheirHSCmajorworkpiecesonthese occasions,aswell.
This week I had the opportunity to experience my first MVAC Foundation Day Unfortunately, my fancy dress wasn’t as good as the students’ and some staff members,butIputsomethingspecialon.Ihopethateveryonehadagreatday duringwhatisanexcellentwaytofinishthetermandsemester.
As we close out the term and look ahead to what lies beyond, I offer heartfelt thanks to every student, staff member, and parent for their ongoing support andcontributiontooursharedjourney.
May you enjoy a relaxing and restorative holiday, and I look forward to all that TermThreehasinstore
MarrungbuNyuru (Thankyouall)
MrPhilipFielden ActingPrincipal
Mr Philip Fielden
Alison McLarty and Rick Hampson Visit Manning Valley Anglican College to ShowSupportAmidFloodDevastation
Alison McLarty, Acting Deputy Principal at Lake Grammer, visited Manning ValleyAnglicanCollegetoexpresssolidarityduringachallengingtime.“Wejust can’t believe the difficulty that people must be going through up here,” she remarked,highlightingtheschool'sawarenessofthefloods'impact.
Despite being less affected, McLarty explained that the community at Lakes Grammarfeltcompelledtohelp.“Whatcanwedotoshowthatwecare?"she considered, focusing on ways to assure those affected that they were not forgotten.
When asked about the extent of her awareness of the unfolding disaster, McLarty said, “It was just what was on the media. Our students and staff were aware,butforstudents,itwasstillverymuchontheperiphery”
Bishop Peter also reached out with a letter to the community, reinforcing the need for connection during these trying times. McLarty noted, “Our senior students asked, ‘Is there anything we can do?’ and I said, ‘Well, I'm working on that’”ThisledtoacollectiveeffortwithintheK12communitytoprovidetangible support.
The initiative fostered a sense of unity, with McLarty stating, “It helped develop that awareness of, well, we’re part of an organisation and we look after each otherasonefamily.”
Inadditiontosupportpackagesforstaff,McLartyexpressed,“Ihadthisideaof care packs to cheer them up, to make them feel like other people care about them.” She consulted with Eamon Lawless MVAC's Head of Senior School to ensurethegesturewouldbewell-received.StaffatMVACtrulyappreciatedthe carepackagesanditprovidedamomentofappreciationformany.
Recognising the timing of the initiative, she said, “The trauma response for manypeoplemaystillbeboilingunderthesurface.”
McLartyemphasisedtheimportanceofongoingsupport,stating,“Intheweeks and months following, it’s often forgotten about It helps to know that people arestillthinkingofthem.”
The visit underscored the commitment to fostering community connections, with McLarty affirming, “It’s a lovely way to grow the Newcastle Anglican community”
Grit. Grit.
Our College leaders always step up to the role of leading the school with enthusiasm and grace. No one could’ve predicted how much they would help theirfellowstudentsafterthemajorfloodingeventof2025whentheyreturned toschool.
It was decided that our College would take an extra day to re gather before returningtonormalschooloperationsinWeek5afterthefloods.Partlytoallow ourgroundsmenandstafftimetoassessthedamageourschoolsuffered,but also for our leaders to regroup. Together they devised a plan to help our community
Sharing stories was an important part of the healing process. From this we haveseenfriendshipsform.CrossyeargroupaspirationssetsailasourYear6 group joined forces with Year 12 and helped give their perspectives on a disasterthatdevastedsomany
While we felt helpless in so many ways, our job as a school was to make sure we listened. Our parent survey revealed many stories of loss and grief. On the flipside,therewasalsofrustrationandawishtoreturntonormal.Ittakestime to return to the way things were, and unfortunately for so many this won’t happeninweeksorevenmonths.
The silver lining we can take from this experience is unity. We are incredibly proudofourstudentsforrallyingtogetherandfindingwaystosupportthosein need. Many of our students did more than what was expected, donning their gumbootsandglovestohelpclean.
WeneedtotakeamomenttoappreciatehowresilientourcurrentSeniorand Juniorleadersare Theirschoolyearshavebeentough They'vefaceddrought, bushfires, floods, and Covid. Finally, in their last year, they experienced the biggest flood our area has ever seen. That's a sequence of events no one should have to endure during their lifetime, let alone a six year period of schooling. These kids are built tough; they cope and continue to thrive. They amaze us with their tenacity and grit According to multiple research studies, grittinesshasbeenlinkedtobeingoneofthemostimportanttraitsforsuccess.
Angela Lee Duckworth, a math teacher turned psychologist, dedicated her studiestofindingoutwhatmakessomepeoplesuccessful.Herresearchshows that having a growth mindset helps people push through tough times. This leadstogrittinessand,intheend,success
At MVAC, we’re all about nurturing a growth mindset. The MVAC Way focuses onlearning,evolving,andoutdoingyesterdaythroughsheerperseverance.
We highly recommend checking out Angela's TED talk; it’s packed with thought-provoking insights. Looking back over the past six years, we can confidently say our current Senior and Junior students are well on the path to success. They're no strangers to perseverance, and we would like to think that theirresiliencehasturnedintoremarkableamountofgrit.
CAFS a firsthand experience CAFS a firsthand experience
Get ready for a wild ride as Year 12 CommunityandFamilyStudies(CAFS) students dive into a parenting and caring unit! They’re discovering the roles and responsibilities of parents and carers, all while experiencing the joysandchallengesofchildcare.
Enter the stars of the show: our Reality Workssimulatorbabies!Equippedwith batterypacksactingliketinycomputer brains, these babies can cry, need feeding, and require plenty of love. Students must quickly learn how to respond to their demands talk about acrashcourseinparenting!
These babies are designed to mimic the weight and appearance of real infants, showcasing diverse nationalities. Each one is unique, making the experience even more enriching.
What’s the ultimate goal? Students will develop respect and appreciation for familiesnavigatingthejourneyofwelcominganewbaby.It’snoeasyfeat!
And who can resist a cuddle? Staff members love picking up these little ones foraquicksnugglewhenthey’returnedoffofcourse.
Studentscaredfortheirbabiesforsixweeks,onlyduringlessonsafewtimesa week. They’ll document their adventures and how they managed their little bundlesofjoyattheendoftheunitwithareport.
This hands-on experience is all about walking the halls, bouncing the baby, and figuring out what they need. Though challenging, it’s also incredibly rewarding. This unit offers a fantastic glimpse into the realities of parenting, filledwithlaughter,learning,andawholelotoffun!
WecaughtupwiththeCAFSstudentsondayonetochattothemabouttheir experience.Bewarnedtheaudiocontainsscreamingsimulatorbabies.
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Q.Kelly,forthosethatdon'tknowwhatfauna is,canyoutelluswhatitisallabout?
A.Kelly
FaunaisforAustraliannativewildlifeneeding aid. And what do we do? We rescue, rehabilitate and release Australian native animals. We have a team of volunteers. We runtheMidCoastarea
Q.Whydoweneed,whydoweneedfauna?
A Kelly
Forourfutureandforourkidsfuture.AndjustbecauseIthinkwe'veseemedtohave lost so much. We've lost so much through fires, droughts, through clearing, through whatgoesonjustinourgeneralenvironment.AndIthinkifwedon'tstartdoingwhat we can do, there won't be many Australian natives around. For our own children, educationiskey
Q. So how important to you as an M VAC parent was it to see some native animals comeandjoinusforourassemblyAllStars?
A Kelly
Extremely important. We should have Australian native animals and it was really importanttoZach.Zach'sajuniormemberandheassistsincaringandheseesthe greatsideoffaunaandhehelpsrelease.Andso,yeah,it'sextremelyimportant.
Q Howcanpeoplegetinvolvedinfauna?
A.Kelly
They can go onto the website. We run training courses. You can do as much or as littleaswhatyouneedtodo Soyeah,yougoonthewebsite,havealook,donatea small or small amount or whatever you can afford. Because the amount of money thatwespendonfoodandit'sallvoluntary. nicetofeel.
YoucanlistentothefullinterviewwithKellyandZachere
Waratah at MVAC WaratahatMVAC
Boori Monty Pryor captivated our Junior School students, sharing stories through song, dance, andmovement.Theaward-winningauthorand performer visited MVAC, bringing tales that spangenerations.Pryor,descendsfromtheBirri Gubba nation of the Bowen region and the Kunggandji peoples of Yarrabah, and engaged studentswithhisrichheritage.
His picture books include Shake a Leg, illustrated by Jan Ormerod, which won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Children's Fiction in 2011, and Story Doctors, illustrated by Rita Sinclair Shake a Leg is a story about bringing together different cultures. It celebrates the knowledge shared by people from various backgrounds. Minimising 'otherness'andembracingtrueinclusivityisthe powerful underlying theme that runs throughoutthepicturebook.
Among his young adult novels, My Girragundji, co-authored with Meme McDonald, won a Children’s Book Council of Australia Award The Binna Binna Man, also co-authored with McDonald, received an Ethnic Affairs Commission Award in 2000. Other notable works include Njunjul the Sun and Flytrap, both co-authoredwithMcDonald
We are proud to say that signed copies of Boori'sbooksnowresideintheMVAClibraryfor studentstoborrow.
He's not only an acclaimed author, but a true storyteller.Onethatgoteverybodyontheirfeet, moving around and engaging with his words. Theaudience,includingteachers,weredancing like crazy, busting out their best moves From the smiles around the room, it was clear to see thateveryonehadafantastictime.
AroundtheGrounds
ActingDeputyPrincipal
This term has highlighted the strength of our school community. Through a wide range of academic, cultural, and co-curricular activities, students, staff, andfamilieshaveworkedtogethertofosterapositiveandproductivelearning environment.
EventsliketheAthleticsCarnival,FestivalofHope,andDaVinciDecathlongave studentsthechancetochallengethemselves,thinkcreatively,andcollaborate with others These experiences helped build confidence, encouraged teamwork,andbroughtpeopletogetherinmeaningfulways.
The Year 11 Subject Selection Evening and ongoing curriculum planning have shown how well our community engages with change. Students and families have approached these decisions thoughtfully, asking good questions and showingaclearinterestinshapingtheirlearningpathways.
Throughout the term, students have shown intent and resilience whether in the classroom, on the field, or during moments of challenge and reflection. Their efforts have been supported by a strong network of peers, teachers, and families,allworkingtogethertohelpthemsucceed.
Looking back, this term has been about more than just events. It’s been about what we’ve built together: a community that supports learning, encourages growth,andvaluesconnectionthroughmutualexperiences
I look forward to Semester 2 and the opportunities it will bring for continued growth,collaboration,andsharedsuccess.
Engagedisthefocus
During Term 1 we introduced Grow Your Mind, an evidence-based and curriculum-aligned wellbeing program into the Junior School. The program, whichdrawsonpositivepsychologyandneurosciencetoprovidestudentswith an engaging and interactive approach to character development, has proven to align nicely with our four Learning Power Approach (LPA) dispositions, that encourage our students to be Collaborative, Engaged, Resilient, and Resourceful.
This term our students have been focusing on being ‘Engaged’ learners in all areas of their school life This focus on being engaged has allowed them to centretheirattentionontheGrowYourMindcharacterstrengthsthatrelateto this disposition, which have included being self-regulated, curious, positive, joyful, and humorous. Throughout Term 2 we have challenged our students to develop these character strengths by engaging in the many opportunities on offertothemoutsidetheclassroom Acceptingthischallengehasbeenmade easierbyourdedicatedteacherswhohavegoneaboveandbeyondtoprovide our students with an incredible range of extra-curricular activities for them to engage in his term. Whether it’s a lunchtime cooking, coding or train club, debating,dance,choir,oranetballteam,thistermtherehasbeenaseemingly endless array of new and exciting pursuits for our students to immerse themselvesin.
During Term 3 we will again be working to embed the Grow Your Mind character strengths into all areas of Junior School life. To date, our students have eagerly embraced the program and we look forward to continuing to provide opportunities to let their light shine both inside and outside of the classroom
HeadofJuniorSchool
MrNeilMacAulay
TheMVACWayinaction
Intimesofchallenge,thetruecharacterofacommunityshinesbrightest and this term, the students in the Senior School have demonstrated resilience and compassion in extraordinary ways. As our school navigated a time marked by uncertaintywecertainlydemonstratedthecoredispositionsofTheMVACWay.
Whetheritwasachievingintheclassroom,supportingpeersthroughstruggles, or stepping up to lead initiatives, our students continue to demonstrate courage and empathy. Acts of kindness both big and small became the heartbeatoftheSeniorSchoolthisterm.Studentsorganisedfundraisingdrives, checkedinononeanother,andextendedtheircarebeyondtheschoolgates
These efforts culminated in the Foundation Service and Celebration a momenttoreflectonoursharedjourneyandgivethanksforthestrengthofour community. The service was not only a tribute to our school’s heritage but a celebrationofthevaluesthatcontinuetoguideus WithUncleRussexplaining to us about the connection with our local area, we were able to have a true sense of this area. Mrs Fenwick provided such valuable memories and anecdotes,thatstudentshaveanopportunitytoappreciatethehardworkthat setthefoundationofourcollegeweenjoytoday.
As we look ahead, we do so with pride in our students and confidence in the path we walk together. The MVAC Way is more than a framework it is a lived experience, and this term, our students have shown us what it truly means to liveitout
Chaplain Chat WithMrA.
eAnglicanChurchisoneoftheoldestand largest branches of the Christian religion, but they may not know how widespread it is. The Anglican Church is present in over 165 different countriesaroundtheglobemakingatrulymulticulturalandinternational expressionofChristianity.Ithasbeendescribedasaglobalfamily.MVAC experienced this sense of “family” during the recent floods when the Central Coast based “Lakes Grammer- An Anglican School” sent their chaplain and school counsellor to support our community during that challenging time. The care and support offered by The Reverend Anthea Haughain and Ms Lizzy were a huge blessing and encouragement to MVAC students and staff and we are deeply grateful for their ministry amongst us Likewise, local Anglican churches have been an invaluable source of assistance, and we are especially thankful for the care and
Charles!
Following the closure of the school due to the floods, we immediately began discussingwhatwe,asleadersofMVAC,coulddotohelpthoseaffectedbythefloods.
After discussion with Mr Fielden and Mr Lawless, a donation drive was decided upon, andwebegantoorganiseanactionplan Theeffortsofthisdrivewerecommendable, withthewholecommunitysteppinguptohelp.Thevastamountsofgoodsbroughtin bythestaffandstudentbodyshowedthestrengthofMVACinthistimeofneed.
Thissemesterhasbeenextremelyfulfillingforusasleaders,aswehavewitnessedthe growth of our school We hope you have an enjoyable holiday and can’t wait to see youallforanexcitingTerm3!
Zoe & Rian
SCIENCE
World Bee Day WorldBeeDay
Year 3 were treated to a fascinating maths and science lesson when Mr Dean Longstaff brought in frames from his beehive. The students were amazedtodiscovertessellatingshapesetchedintothebeeswax,andlearnt how these shapes enabled the honey cells to remain strong and prevent collapse. They put their maths skills to the test by calculating the weight of honeyineachframe,andevenestimatedhowlongitwouldtakethebeesto filleachone.
AspartoftheirsciencestudiesonStatesofMatter,thestudentsinvestigated the viscosity of the honey, marveling at its thick, syrupy consistency. Meanwhile, Mrs Davis and Mrs Goldsmith conducted a thorough quality control,samplingthehoneytoassessitsflavourandtexture.Theyconfirmed thatthebeeshadindeeddoneanexcellentjob!
Thishands-onlessonalsoprovidedauniqueopportunityforthestudentsto learn some crucial life cycle facts about bees For instance, did you know that although European Honeybees are renowned for producing honey, Australiaishometoover1700speciesofnativebeesthatplayavitalrolein pollinatingthefoodweeat?ItwasafittingwaytocelebrateWorldBeeDay, and the students left the lesson with a newfound appreciation for these busy,buzzingcreaturesandtheirimportanceinourecosystem
Year 11 Business Studies students enjoyed a fantastic learning experience as partoftheirstudiesonbusinessoperationsandmarketingstrategies.
The day started with a visit to Billabong Zoo in Port Macquarie. Here, students receivedanengagingpresentationabouttherealitiesofrunningaprivatezoo. Theylearnedabouttheoperationalchallengesofmanaginganimals,facilities, staff,andcustomerexpectationswhilealsostayingfinanciallysustainable.The zoo ' s management team shared how they use the marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion) to attract and keep customers in a competitive localmarket.
In the afternoon, students headed to Vickers Fudge in Wauchope, where they enjoyed a brief but informative demonstration of the fudge manufacturing process. This visit allowed students to see firsthand how a small-scale manufacturer operates and the niche marketing strategies used in a local business
The excursion directly supported the Business Studies syllabus focus on small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and provided students with valuable insights into the variety of business models, challenges, and strategies employed by regionaloperators
On Monday, May 19th, a spirited groupofstudentsfromYears5to9 gathered at the Taree Debating Eisteddfod. Their excitement and readiness for intellectual battle were clear from the start While working in their teams, they built strong arguments. They thought ahead about their rivals' counterpoints and improved their replies Thisvaluableexperienceat the MEC let students sharpen their collaboration and critical thinking skills. These skills are vital for effective communication and problem-solving
Year12studentscontinuetoworkhardin English,astheynavigatethe(sometimes bumpy) road to the HSC. In Standard English, students were given the rare opportunitytomeetthe'characters'from theirModuleBtext'TheTrumanShow'
WethankMsBrittanyAjaniandMrs
Ellie Day for their dedication to the art of debating. It’s a lifelong skill that builds on the four key dispositions of the MVAC Way: being Collaborative, Engaged, Resilient,andResourceful.
Both primary and senior debating teams celebrated their hard-won victories However, the 2025 flood tragically cut short the remainder of the competition, but fortunately, thedebatingsegmenthadalready taken place. Teams proudly accepted their First, Second, and HighlyCommendedribbons.
Welldonetoallparticipantsacross theJuniorandSeniorSchool.
Theyhosteda'reunion'Q&Awithsomeof theirfavourite'stars'fromtheshow.Itwas an engaging exercise to question the 'stars' about their time working on the Reality TV Program, and to challenge them about the ethical boundaries that may have been exploited throughout the process . Although, we couldn't help but wonder if these special visitors looked a littletoofamiliar?
GoodlucktoYear12onyourfinaltermof HSCPreparation!
CAPA
Our Junior and Senior Dance Groups were among the first sections to perform at the TareeEisteddfodthisyear.
Congratulations to both amazing Dance Groups, who claimed first place in their respectivesections.
We are so incredibly proud of each and every one of you. All the rehearsals and effort havepaidoff!
Thank you to Mrs Gale and Mrs Hickson and Mrs Thomas for coaching and leading our DanceGroups.
A big thank you to Miss Ayesha for the amazing choreography and time she gavetoourCollege.
We now have two very big colourful dance trophy's taking pride and place in the administrationoffice.
The big bake off
Aspartoftheirrecentassessmenttask,Year10
Food Technology students were challenged to design and create a birthday cake suitable for a chosen age group From toddlers to teens, students tailored their designs to suit the interests and needs of their selected age group The results were impressive, with a range of colourful, creative, and skillfully executed cakes that showcased not only their practical abilities but also their patience and attention to detail. Several designs stood out for their originality and level of finish, reflecting the time and effort students invested in their work
MVAC Cooking Club
Cooking Club, a fresh and exciting initiative, whichhastakentheJuniorschoolbystormthis term. With a total of 50 enthusiastic students participating, our young master chefs have been busy whipping up a storm in the classroom kitchen. So far, their creations have been a huge hit, with mouth-watering dishes like Muesli fruit, Choc chip Balls, and fruity MarshmallowKebabstakingcentrestage.
Thestudents'culinaryskillsaretrulyimpressive, and it's clear they're having a blast experimenting with new recipes. Next on the menu, we ' re eagerly awaiting the opportunity to try our hand at making Pikelets with Crazy biscuit faces, as well as choc crackles that are suretosatisfyoursweettooth
The cooking club is sure to produce some master chef contestants down the track, or at leastsomeFoodTechnologyenthusiastasthey crossovertoSeniorSchoolinyearstocome
SPORTS SPORTS AthleticsCarnivals
Our athletics carnivals were a great success for many of our students. The weather worked magic and made sure no one stayed cold for too long. Once the racing started, hearts were pumping and everyone warmed up pretty quickly. Records were broken, with new ones put in their place. A huge congratulations to all students who participated from competitors to cheer squadtherewastrueteamspiritripplingthroughouttheday.
The Tuncurry Sporting Fields is a great venue and the decision to move the eventwasmadeearlierinthetermtoensureitcouldrun.ThankyoutoCoffee Tsunami for attending the event and providing nice warm coffee for everyone onacoldmorning.Again,thankyoutoalltheparentswhowereabletoattend today,weappreciateyoursupport
OurnewHousemarqueesmadetheirfirstappearance,andwecan'tthankthe wonderful MVAC P & F enough for their donation to the school There was no mistakingourhousecolours,andstudentsweremorethanhappytojoininthe chantingtogainHousepoints
AllSchoolSwimming
Trenton Jones travelled to Sydney Olympic Park, to compete in the prestigious All Schools Swimming Competition, which represented the Combined Independent Schools (CIS) district. This remarkable feat came after a challenging week of isolation at home, where he had to deal with the turmoil unfolding in our community Despite these challenges, Trenton's determination shone through as he took to the pool for the200mbutterflyevent.
Trenton's hard work and perseverance has paid off, earning him a spot among an elite group of just nine swimmers in his age category who qualified for this high-levelcompetition.Thisoutstandingachievementis atestamenttohisresilienceanddedication.
WelldoneTrenton,weareallextremelyproudofyou
Sam and Finlay Quince proudly represented CIS in the Newcastle Try series, competing against combined Catholicandcombinedhighschools
Sam excelled as a goalkeeper, maintaining a clean sheet throughout the day, showcasing his impressive skillsinnet.
Finlay demonstrated strong performance, proving solid and reliable in defence, contributing significantly to theteam'sefforts.
The team faced a challenging day, resultinginalossandadraw,reflecting the intense competition present in schools.
Excitingly, Sam has earned the opportunity to represent New South Wales at the Under 18 level in the upcoming National Championships, set to take place in Perth during the school holidays. We wish Sam the best of luck forthecompetition.
HockeyCISlevel
HOCKEYSelectionSuccess
Samuel Quince and Finlay Quince, Rian Watkins and Eoin Watkins trialled for the open boys team, with Samuel, Finlay and Rian gaining selection for the AICESteamtocompeteattheCIScarnivalonWednesday14May.BothSamuel and Finlay gained selection to the CIS team and will now take part in all schoolscompetitiontakingplaceinNewcastlelaterinJun.
The HRIS open boys won the competition on the day with some strong performancesintheirtwomatches.
KatieCook,SashaDruryandAddisonBaylytrialledfortheunder15sgirlsteam andshowcasedgreateffortthroughouttheday
On Tuesday 13 May, Oliver Pullen and Eoin Watkins trialled for the CIS boys under15steamatMoorebank,gainingvaluableexperience.
Congratulationtoallstudentsonyourefforts
On Thursday 29 May, 9 MVAC senior school students travelled to The Sydney Equestrian Centre to compete in the AICESCrossCountryCompetition.
AbbyBlatch,AmayaCross,LiamFletcher, Lachlan Lambert, Cody Murray, Mikayla Potter, Molly Stone, Zac Te Rai-Pitfield, andEllaWhight.
The students were outstanding on the day with Molly and Zac walking away with 11 in a very strong field, narrowly missing selection for the CIS cross countrycarnival.
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CongratulationstoallofourSenior studentsontheirefforts.
Thursday 12 June saw our largest Junior School team competing at CIS at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. Eight students competed with many studentsimprovingontheirHRISresults.
Year6KadeTurner,KalanEldredandMiaCurrie
Year5NoraVanDenBrink,PearlHicks,IvyDeVriesandLouisaWhight Year4OliviaAbbot
CongratulationstoallourJuniorStudents.
KEY DATES FOR TERM 3
JULY
Jul 21 - Staff Development Day
Jul 22- Term 3 Commences
Jul 24 - Year 11 Bootawa Dam Excursion
Jul 30 - UNE Discovery Science Incursion
Jul 30 - HRIS Secondary Athletics Carnival
Jul 31 - CareerQuip
AUGUST
Aug 4 - P - 11 Parent Teacher Interviews
Aug 5 - HRIS 15s Netball Gala Day
Aug 5 - HRIS 15s Soccer Gala Day
Aug 6 - Year 11 & 12 Drivewise program
Aug 7 - HRIS 15s Girls Soccer Gala Day
Aug 12 - P - 11 Parent Teacher Interviews
Aug 14 - HRIS Primary Athletics Carnival
Aug 15 - Trial HSC Examinations commence
Aug 18 - Book Week Treasure Hunt
Aug 21 - Imagine - Kindergarten MEC excursion
Aug 21 - MVAC Immunisations - Year 7 Catch up
Aug 26 - HRIS Primary Boys Football Gala Day
Aug 26 - HRIS Primary Netball Gala Day
Aug 27 - HRIS U15 Girls Basketball Gala Day
Aug 28 - Year 9 & 10 History Incursion
SEPTEMBER
Sep - 3 - HRIS U15 Boys Basketball
Sep 3 - Primary Touch Football Carnival
Sep 3 - Extension Maths Focus Day
Sep 4 - Extension Maths Focus Day
Sep 4 - Year 12 Creative Arts Showcase
Sep 9 - AICES Athletics Carnival
Sep 10 - Year 11 Yearly Examinations commence
Sep 11 - Meerkat Productions
Sep 18 - HRIS Stage 2 Football Gala Day
Sep 22 - Year 12 2026 Leaders Announced
Sep 23 - Year 12 Breakfast and Eucharist
Sep 24 - Year 12 Activity Day
Sep 25 - Year 12 Graduation
Sep 26 - Term 3 Concludes
“Grit is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals.”
Angela Lee Duckworth
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