Assistant Principal Pastoral Care

Congratulations to all our students on a highly successful Term 2 and the completion of Semester 1 2025. In particular, I would like to acknowledge our Homeroom teachers, class teachers, support staff and Coordinators who greet our students every day and support them in a myriad of ways. Every day this dedicated team of professionals devote their energy to ensuring that our students are striving to do their best in an environment that fosters their wellbeing and our families are supported.

This term, Miss Ellisha Large stepped into the role of Pastoral Assistant (Acting) while Mr Ryan Bissell stepped into the Acting Xavier Coordinator role. Thank you both for your wonderful contributions across the term.

To conclude the term, the House Coordinators' reports are below.

Chisholm News

As Term 2 draws to a close, Chisholm House has much to celebrate after a busy and fulfilling few months of learning, leadership, and community spirit.

One of the most significant highlights was Carroll Day, where students came together to celebrate the legacy and values of our College’s founder. It was a day filled with pride, reflection, and house spirit, and our Chisholm students represented themselves with great enthusiasm and heart.

Term 2 also saw a huge array of sporting opportunities, with many of our students representing the College across multiple disciplines. We are especially thrilled to congratulate Chisholm House for winning the Athletics Carnival! This outstanding achievement is a testament to the determination, team spirit, and teamwork displayed by our students – well done to all who participated and cheered us on!

We also took part in meaningful community events, including the Biggest Morning Tea, which raised awareness and funds for cancer research. Similarly, the Sorry Day Bridge Walk was a powerful experience, allowing students to stand in solidarity and show respect to First Nations peoples. These opportunities reminded us of the importance of compassion, justice, and reconciliation.

In the spirit of student wellbeing, both Year 9 and Year 10 Pastoral Care Days focused on personal growth, resilience, and relationships. Chisholm students embraced the chance to reflect on their values and build stronger connections with their peers.

This term also welcomed our new Student Representative Council (SRC) members. We are so proud of the Chisholm students who stepped into leadership roles – your commitment to service and school spirit is already being felt.

The College Doof brought music, dance, and laughter to the forefront, giving students a chance to unwind and enjoy each other’s company in a safe and positive environment. To top it all off, we applauded the incredible efforts of everyone involved in the College Musical, where several Chisholm students shone on stage and behind the scenes.

As we close the term, I want to thank every Chisholm student for their contributions – in the classroom, on the field, and within the wider school community. Your energy and commitment make Chisholm House what it is.

Wishing all our students and families a safe, joyful, and restful holiday break. We look forward to seeing you return refreshed for Term 3.

Warm regards,

Mrs Corrinne Dell
Chisholm Pastoral Leader

MacKillop News

"Have courage, no matter what your crosses are."

What a busy first semester! Well done to all MacKillop students, in particular Year 7 for continuing to step up and those students who began with us this year.

Congratulations to the many students who have been involved in the many extra-curricular activities offered here at the college. Be it the swimming, cross country and athletic carnivals, well done to those who competed as representatives of MacKillop House. There were also many students who participated in the numerous sports at a local and representative level - well done!

It was great to see so many MacKillop students, on and off the stage involved in the college musical last week. Archie Cockram, Leana Browne and Lukas Muir were fantastic!

Special mention to the MacKillop Students listed below who are now members of the SRC.

Year 7- Gabriel Cruz

Year 8 - Hugo Muir, Malachi Condon and Chloe Johnson-Pepper

Year 9 - Jasmine Casagrande and Erica Shalders

Year 11 - Olivia Johnson-Pepper and Sophee McFadyen

Well done and thanks for your initiative. I am confident you will all be wonderful advocates for your peers and drivers of positive change.

Celebrating achievements fuels momentum, as such, I encourage all students to acknowledge their academic success over the past semester. Equally important is recognising areas where you can develop. Building on your successes and addressing areas for growth with clear, actionable steps, will place you in good stead for Semester Two.

The efforts and dedication of the following students must be recognised - MacKillop Marvels - for their outstanding attendance and/or achieving a high number of Sentral Awards this semester. Well done!

For 100% attendance:

Matthew Shalders

Owen McDonald

Cici Steinke

Erica Shalders

Max Colbourne

For a high number of Sentral Awards:

Ky Nelson

Matthew Shalders

Mitchell Whipp

Owen McDonald

Cici Steinke

Molly Ward

Brodie Martin

The MacKillop team thanks all parents and carers for their ongoing support and we look forward to working with you for the remainder of the year. Please continue to reach out if you have any concerns or your child/ren needs support.

As we head into Semester 2, may we all find inspiration in the life and works of St Mary MacKillop, whose unwavering dedication to education, compassion for the marginalised, and steadfast faith in the face of adversity continue to guide us toward fostering justice, kindness, and service.

Mr Greg McAteer
MacKillop Pastoral Leader

Xavier News

A Busy and Inspiring Start to 2025

What a fantastic and action-packed first semester it’s been! Congratulations to all Xavier students for their commitment and enthusiasm – especially our Year 7 cohort, who have embraced high school life with energy and maturity, and to all new students who joined us this year. You’ve made a strong start and we’re proud of your efforts.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time acting as Xavier House Pastoral Coordinator whilst Mrs Lyttle has been on leave. Having the opportunity to connect with students and families to help ensure a sense of belonging and connection to Carroll College has been the highlight for me. We do welcome Mrs Lyttle back in Term 3 and I know she will be very keen to reconnect with students and families and to start off Semester 2 on a positive note.

We commend the many Xavier students who embraced co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities this semester. Whether it was participating in the swimming, cross country, or athletics carnivals, or representing the College in local and representative sports – your involvement and house spirit has been exceptional.

A special shoutout goes to the Xavier students who shone both on and off stage in the recent College musical “We Will Rock You”. These performances occur every second year and this year was a truly amazing display of talent and commitment from all involved.

We’re also proud to acknowledge the students from Xavier who have been selected to serve on the Student Representative Council (SRC). Your leadership and initiative are appreciated, and we know you’ll be strong voices for your peers.

Congratulations to our Xavier SRC representatives:

Year 7: Sophie Asbury

Year 8: Emily Franklin, Kiera O'Sullivan

Year 11: Sophie Barling, Mikayla Cairney, Mikayla Cairney, Max Ivanoff

As we reflect on Semester 1, we encourage all students to celebrate their academic achievements while also identifying areas for growth. Recognising both success and opportunity helps us move forward with purpose and confidence into Semester 2.

I also encourage all students to embrace the diverse range of extra-curricular opportunities the College provides. Participating in sport, excursions, productions or community events enables you to connect with different students and builds on the important skills of communication and collaboration, both are vital skills to have in the current workforce environment.

We move into an important time for our senior students with HSC and trial exams all taking place along with students preparing for taking up opportunities in Work Experience and Vocational training.

Thank you to all Xavier families for your ongoing support. We value your partnership and look forward to working together in the second half of the year. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if we can assist your child in any way.

As we look ahead to Semester 2, may we be inspired by the values of St Francis Xavier – courage, compassion, and commitment – as we continue to grow together as a House of unity, service, and excellence.

Have a safe and happy winter holiday!

Mr Ryan Bissell
Xavier Pastoral Leader (Acting)

Child Safety

Keeping our children safe is something that requires parents, schools and the wider community to work together on. In our newsletters, invaluable information is often included. This week I would highly recommend parents visiting the e-Safety Commissioner website Online safety | eSafety Commissioner Taking time to scroll through the links to the latest information, FAQ’s, up to the minute articles and registering for the webinars they offer will allow us all to keep up with the rapidly changing online world our children inhabit.

Academic Care - Week 10

This week in our Academic Care period the following topics and activities were covered by students from Year 7 to Year 12:

Year 7 – Study Skills - Using class time

Year 8 - Study Skills - Using class time

Year 9 - Study Skills -Active studying

Year 10 - Wellio – Understanding stress

Year 11 – Leadership presentation and information about nominations

Year 12 - Trial preparation and key documentation to assist students

Uniform and learning equipment reminder

With the holidays about the start, families have another opportunity to check that their child has the correct materials for class and everything is in good working order. We ask that uniforms are checked to ensure that they comply with the College uniform expectations. If families need to purchase or replace uniform items, the following suppliers can assist; Hip Pocket, Stitches and Lowes in Batemans Bay or the College uniform shop for the sports uniform, jerseys, jackets and blazers.

During the holidays some students may have haircuts, let facial hair grow or get their nails painted etc. We understand that this is their holiday time from school but by the end of the break, students need to be ready to start the term compliant with college expectations.

I would like to wish everyone a relaxing break, so we return refreshed for Semester 2. Stay safe!

Kind regards

Mrs Louise Ibbett
Assistant Principal Pastoral Care