OUT OF UNIFORM DAY 

This Friday 3rd July we will be having another out of uniform day for the students, the aim of the day is to allow students to think about others in our community. We will be raising funds to go towards St Vincent de Paul’s winter appeal and to continue the donations from earlier this term. We ask that students out of uniform bring a gold coin towards the out of uniform. 

Did you know? 

Over two million people living below the poverty line in Australia, including over half a million children, your donation allows the St Vincent de Paul Society to provide more than immediate help,

This Winter Vinnies Appeal will provide emergency relief to people at risk and experiencing homelessness. Your donation will help our Vinnies volunteers to rebuild lives.

YEAR 12 JERSEYS 2021

Students have been given a note this week for the Year 12 Jerseys for 2021. The notes and money are due back by 31st July, 2020. 

WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND THE GROUNDS

• Year 7 Science - learning about the Solar System. 
• Year 8 Maths - substitution & tables of values and applying to real events. 
• Year 8 English - drama in English, displaying an understanding through other methods.
• Year 10 English - in English they are developing their communication skills, through their speeches and impromptu debates in class. 

DATES FOR TERM 3 

HOUSE CHALLENGES 

The last fortnight, we have had soccer, netball, school scavenger hunts, belly baseball and basketball challenges as well as a drawing competition and colour in competition. We have had some outstanding participation and engagement with the students. Particularly, some of the excellent pieces handed to us are attached to today’s newsletter. We have a lot of creative talent at Hennessy. 

HOUSE POINTS UPDATE: 

1st - NAGLE 341

2nd - RICE 303

3rd - MCAULEY 291

4th - GALLAGHER 271

Well done to those students who gained House Points in Week 9:

Emily Dillon, Chloe Madgwick, Olivia Doolan, Olivia McLennan, Ella Murphy, Elisabeth Hall, Joy Cass, Reagan Duncan, Emily Dillon, Niobe Webb, Suzanne Tuckfield, Ashley Langfield, Mia Hennock and Joy Cass. 

STUDENT LATENESS/ABSENCES/ILLNESS  

Friendly reminder that students who are late to the College or need to leave early are required to have an explanation for their absence - notes should be provided on arrival. Students who need to attend appointments are also required to have a note/email or information via compass to ensure that we as a College know what is happening with your child. Additionally, if your child is unwell, we ask that they come to the sickbay and be assessed by the team and the front office staff will call you and advise that your child is unwell.  

HOUSE SUMMARIES SEMESTER ONE 

GALLAGHER 

Few could have anticipated or planned for the semester we have just experienced. What has impressed me the most is how we as a Gallagher community have binded together to overcome the multiple challenges which have presented themselves with the forced lockdown of our community. Our PC teachers have done an excellent job in keeping the Gallagher House Spirit alive - their dedication to the students in their care has been evident on a daily basis. The setting up of PC Google pages during lockdown to maintain contact with the students was fantastic. Since we have returned to 'normal' school the PC groups have remained the focus of our House activities due to all House assemblies being put on hold due to social distancing guidelines.

Our students have been fantastic, they have got on with things without any hint of complaint. The mood of our PC classes is one of friendship and support - well done to all our Gallagher students for looking after each other. Extra thanks goes to our House Leaders Bronte and Zach for organising the UNO challenge. Like all competitive sport this important tournament was 'shut down' but resumed in Week 6 with the eventual winners G2 winning the Grand Final and the coveted prize of a pizza lunch. 

As we move forward into Term 3 Gallagher will be organising the annual Social Justice Day in Week 3 of Term 3. The students have settled on raising awareness about people living with Cancer. We will run an activity that will educate the students about this issue as well as show our solidarity as a school for those who are affected. This fits perfectly with our College focus of Acting Justly in 2020.
Mr Luke Miller - Gallagher House Leader

MCAULEY 

Semester 1 has provided a range of new experiences for the students of McAuley, particularly with online learning. As a House we continue to demonstrate respect for each other and solidarity as a team. This was exemplified this semester by continuing our winning streak at community days, taking out the Swimming Carnival in Term 1.

We have been lucky to welcome Two new students – Lily Smith (Year 7) and Leo Song (Year 9) and we look forward to getting to know them.

It has been great to see so many students jump to participate in any opportunity available to gain house points, with some interesting items found in many a scavenger hunt. Here’s to Semester 2 and taking out the House Cup for the fourth year in a row!

Mrs Jorja McGrath - McAuley House Leader

NAGLE 

Go Nagle, we lead the points in the House Cup for term 2. Students have taken on the challenge of upholding our Nagle motto, 'Not Words But Deeds', by participating in numerous activities from academic vigour, art competitions to Acting Justly with Hangout for the Homeless and assisting with Dine and Donate. Participation is at an all time high which demonstrates the resilience the students have shown. I encourage students to enjoy the break with family and friends, take time for themselves and rest. 

Mrs Emily Nowlan 

RICE  

What a semester! From Dine and Donate to winning Art competitions, the students of Rice have had a couple of jammed packed terms. I am encouraged by the Rice House students for their continued strength and resilience in all that they face and the pride in their House that they exemplify daily. As we move into Semester Two, I pray that the students of the Rice House continue to exemplify what it means to Act Justly and make their presence known to the wider Hennessy community.

Ms Marie Payne - Rice House Leader

SUPPORTING YOUR CHILDREN

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I would like to acknowledge that without the vital partnership of parents/caregivers, then we wouldn’t have been as successful through the COVID period. Through the continued support of our parents/caregivers we have been able to continue to grow and work together to support the students. As always, please feel free to contact me if you have any concerns or would like to have anything followed up. Wishing you a safe and restful holiday. 

Mrs Jessica McInerney 

Director of Students