1. PREP 2010 PARENT INFORMATION EVENING “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

2. In the Way of Mary “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

3. In the Way of Mary Leader: Mary, our model and mother, by your obedience and patience you have taught us how to be true children of God. Please help us by your powerful assistance to overcome all our weaknesses, and to fulfill perfectly our tasks in life. Response: Mary, model of strength, be our guide “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

4. In the Way of Mary Leader: By your compassionate aid may we ever stand in spirit with you beneath the cross of Christ so that we may also rejoice with you in your divine Son's triumphant victory over sin and death Response: Mary, model of compassion, be our guide “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

5. In the Way of Mary Leader: In your maternal kindness help us to be faithful to prayer in the company of God's Church as you were one with the Apostles in the upper room as you waited for the promised Spirit of Pentecost. Response: Mary, model of Pentecost and faith, be our guide “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

6. In the Way of Mary Leader: With your gracious assistance may we be near you in the glory of Christ's kingdom come to sing with you and all the faithful the eternal praise of God. Response: Mary, model of trust, be our guide “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

7. In the Way of Mary Leader: We gather here, in your presence, to work together to make this College a vibrant and living witness of all that we profess to believe. Help us to discern wisely, listen thoughtfully, and take action prudently but courageously for the sake of our children, our church, and our world. You invite us, O God, to say “Yes” to your plan as Mary did. Guide us in your service. Let it be done! Response: According to your word. “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

8. In the Way of Mary “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

9. VISION STATEMENT Marymede Catholic College, South Morang is a Catholic faith community which aspires, in the way of Mary, to give students a passion for life, a love of learning and a determination to be of service to others. “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

10. JUNIOR SCHOOL Prep to Year 4 Laying the Foundations In these years the curriculum focuses on developing the fundamental knowledge, skills and behaviours in literacy and numeracy and other areas including physical capacities which underpin all future learning “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

11. PREP SUBJECTS Literacy Numeracy Integrated Studies Religion Education Physical Education Science LOTE (Italian) Performing Arts (Music, Dance and Drama) Visual Arts “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

12. STUDENT PROGRESS ACADEMIC REPORTS End of Semester One June End of Semester Two December PARENT/TEACHER/STUDENT INTERVIEWS Term One and Term Three Additional interviews on request “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

13. PREP CLASSES 2010 5 × Prep Classes (5 × 25 = 125) located in Prep House 4 You will receive a letter in December indicating the Class Group, Pastoral Teacher and location of your child’s Homeroom “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

14. 2010 PREP STUDENT ORIENTATION When:Wednesday 11 November A-K only = 9.30 – 11.00 L-Z only = 12.45 – 2.15 Where: Prep House 4 “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

15. PRE-SCHOOL TO PREP TRANSITION INFORMATION 2010 Prep Students Form (Green) due on Friday 23 October, 2009 Transition and Learning Development Statement “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

17. MEET THE TEACHER DAY Monday 1 February 2010 Students are to wear their full College uniform Students need to bring their books in their school bag You can take photographs of your child if you wish Each family needs to book an appointment via the P/T on-line system “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

18. PREP FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL 2010 Tues 2 Feb 8.45 – 1.00 A-K ONLY Wed 3 Feb 8.45 – 1.00 L-Z ONLY Thurs 4 Feb 8.45 – 1.00 ALL PREPS Friday 5 Feb 8.45 – 1.00 ALL PREPS “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

19. FEBRUARY 2010 From 8 February all students attend on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday Preps do not attend school on Wednesdays 10 Feb, 17, Feb and 24 Feb except by appointment. Monday8.45– 3.15All Preps Tuesday8.45 – 3.15All Preps WednesdayNO SCHOOL (by appointment only) Thursday8.45 – 3.15All Preps Friday8.45 – 3.15All Preps From 1 March all Preps attend all day every day “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

20. LITERACY & NUMERACY ASSESSMENTS Wednesdays 10 February or Wednesday 17 February or Wednesday 24 February Each family needs to book one appointment via the P/T On-line system Refer to your individual letter in the Information Pack “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

31. NON-TEACHING STAFF

32. MEDICAL CONDITIONS Essential that you tell the College of any medical conditions Alert the College to any changes in your child’s medical conditions Illness at school – College needs current emergency contacts Infectious Diseases Head Lice! “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

33. STUDENT ABSENCE Students are expected to attend school If your child is absent from school please ring 9407 9090 and leave a message Student Absence Line operates 24/7 When your child returns to school you need to send a note to the Pastoral Teacher

34. STUDENT SERVICES TEAM

35. COLLEGE UNIFORM Students are to wear full College uniform Term 1 & 4 = Summer Uniform (including hats) Term 2 & 3 = Winter Uniform Sports Uniform and runners on sports and physical education days only PLEASE LABEL ALL BELONGINGS “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

36. COLLEGE RULES 1.Follow instructions the first time given 2.Move around the College in a quiet and safe way 3.Respect people by allowing them to work and play without interruptions 4.Speak politely to people without swearing or using hurtful language 5.Use equipment and property appropriately “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

37. ASSERTIVE DISCIPLINE Stage One = Rule Reminder (Teacher) Stage Two = Time-Out (Teacher) Stage Three = Parents Notified (Dean) Stage Four = After-school Detention (Dean) Stage Five = Suspension (Dean/Principal) Stage Six = Negotiated Transfer (Principal) “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

38. COLLEGE TIMETABLE Student Hours: 8.45am – 3.15pm 8.20 – 8.45Teachers on playground duty Students assemble in playground 8.45 –9.00 Homeroom 9.00 – 10.15 Period 1 10.15 - 11.30Period 2 11.30 – 11.50Morning Recess 11.50 – 1.05Period 3 1.05 – 2.00Lunch Break 2.00- 3.15Period 4 Teachers will be on playground duty until 3.40 “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

39. FOOD AND DRINK 10.15Fruit break 11.15Snack Time 12.50Lunch Time To keep all students safe: No sharing of food or drinks No touching others food or lunch boxes “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

40. HOMEWORK / HOME READING Prep Homework is reading / sharing a book with your child Reading to your child, with your child and by your child Further information in 2010 “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

41. TRANSITION TO SCHOOL What can you expect? How can you help? “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

42. PARENT PARTICIPATION Attendance at College Liturgies, Assemblies, Special Events Working Bees Work in Library Managing Junior School Home Reading Training and volunteering as a Classroom Helper in Literacy and/or Numeracy Member of the Parents and Friends Association “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

43. PARENT VOLUNTEERS All Classroom Helper volunteers require a Working with Children Check www.justice.vic.gov.au/workingwithchildren Information Line 1300 652 879 “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

44. COMMUNICATION College Newsletter available on College Website every fortnight Pastoral Teacher is your first point of contact Contact the Assistant Head or Head of Junior School Don’t indulge in or take as fact “car park gossip”! “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)

45. THANK YOU “Let It Be Done, According To Your Word” (Luke 1:38)