By Mrs Liisa Hammond, Principal

The Gospels over the past few weeks come from the Sermon of the Plain and present Jesus’ challenge to consider our intentions and our actions more deeply. When I listen to Luke, there are two statements that resonate deeply, especially as a Principal. They are, “Do to others as you would have them do to you” and “… love your enemies, do good to them …”.

These two statements resonate because my role is often preoccupied with conflict resolution - helping young people navigate their emotions and reactions whilst striving to gain a positive outcome - an outcome that ensures they are safe and heard.

Firstly, the statement “Do to others as you would have them do to you” is the basis of any solid behaviour management/support plan. You treat people how you wish to be treated. It is a common understanding that if you demonstrate respect, then you deserve respect in return. Setting that as the basic premise of all our interactions creates a positive foundation.

Harder, is the challenge for us to “love our enemies”. How do I teach our students to love their enemies? Especially when the proverbial enemy is failing to demonstrate respect. Unfortunately, when someone’s amygdala is firing and overriding the pre-frontal cortex (rational decision-making part of the brain) it is next to impossible for a young person (or anyone) to engage in a manner that matches our values. The way forward is to set a consistent standard; in this instance, love can be a synonym of respect. Therefore, we as a College community will continue to insist on respect for all, in words and actions – be it online, on the sporting field or in our classrooms. If someone stumbles in meeting this standard, they will be challenged and supported to reset and reconnect with that standard.

“Do to others as you would have them do to you”, and “… love your enemies, do good to them …” yes, they are challenging but the rewards of succeeding in these challenges are too important and worthwhile to ignore.

Staying On Mission

On Wednesday, 23 February 2022, I attended a shortened TCSO Leadership Forum. The theme for this year was introduced by Dr. Patrick Coughlan, TCSO’s Executive Director. That theme is Staying on Mission. This is a timely theme given that Assumption College is reviewing its current Strategic Plan.

We were asked to consider our College Mission because how can we stay on mission if we do not know what it is? Therefore, I offer Assumption College’s Mission and Values Statement to you. This statement appears in all our ‘motherhood’ documents and is something we will be referring to over the coming year:

Assumption College Mission

Assumption College is a Catholic community in the McAuley and Rice traditions, committed to the creation of life-long learners who can respond to the challenges of the 21^st century in creative and innovative ways. This is evident through:

• Enhancing a contemporary and inclusive catholic identity
• High quality teaching and learning that empowers students through the development of 21^st century skills
• Prioritising student learning to foster personal growth and achievement
• Co-curricular activities that provide sporting, cultural, faith and social justice opportunities
• Developing partnerships with parents/caregivers, the parish and the wider community to enhance learning
• The pastoral wellbeing of staff and students
• Sustainable resourcing.

Our Values 

The purpose of Catholic education is to liberate all by living the Gospel truth of love. In developing the pastoral academic wellbeing of our students, we embrace four key values:

Generosity – we reach out to others

Compassion – we respond with forgiveness

Wisdom – we use our learning to make responsible choices

Justice – we act to remove barriers for the dignity of all.

At Assumption College, we follow the Marian traditions of the Church honouring Mary as mother of Jesus and mother to the Church. Our Lady brings the truth of Christ to us and is a model for love; to open our heart to the word of God, to teach of generosity, compassion, wisdom, and justice as Jesus did.

As we consider Assumption College’s Mission and Values statement, we are “called to be receptive to the newness of the Spirit and not be smothered by the ashes (concerns) of the status quo” (Pope Francis). We rely upon our strong foundations to move confidently into ‘frontier spaces’ as we face unprecedented times. I look forward to further exploring Assumption College’s Mission statement with you all.  

Project Compassion

This past Sunday, Assumption College’s Student Leaders, our Assistant Principal – Religious Education and I were all destined to attend the launch of Project Compassion Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Given the uncertainty of the roads and the weather conditions, we decided late on Saturday to not partake in this opportunity. Although, the College is, once again, participating in Project Compassion with this year’s theme – For All Future Generations. Together, we can assist vulnerable communities in building a better tomorrow, for all future generations.

Please read Mrs. Carol Sharp’s newsletter item to identify how the Assumption College community will be able to respond to this Lenten appeal.

Year 12 Senior Jersey Blessings, Leadership Pledge, and Breakfast

On Tuesday, 22 February 2022, our Year 12s, Father Franco, and staff members joined together for the first of the many ‘lasts’ for Year 12s. Father Franco blessed our Year 12 Students and their Senior Jerseys – asking God for his guidance and power to protect and inspire these young people in their final year of schooling. Furthermore, Father Franco called upon God’s grace to help our Year 12s in their leadership of our community.

On receiving their jersey, the Year 12s responded with a Leadership Pledge to officially recognise their status as Student Leaders within our community:

Thank you to Mrs. Ali Porter (Year 12 PAL) and Mrs. Jess Cantwell for the organisation of the morning. I would also like to acknowledge staff who gave their time to cook and serve the breakfast, as well as those who attended the ceremony to support our Year 12 students:

• Mrs. Carol Sharp – Assistant Principal Religious Education
• Mr. Michael Simpson – Assistant Principal Curriculum
• Mrs. Patrice Riordan – Year 7 Pastoral Academic Leader
• Mrs. Julie Collins – Year 11 Pastoral Academic Leader
• Mr. Wes Murray – First Nations Support School Officer
• Mrs. Narelle McBride
• Ms. Jillian Meibusch
• Mrs. Cate Tunstall
• Mrs. Ann O’Dea

Trial of Senior Jersey

As you would be aware, from our last newsletter, the Year 12s have petitioned the College and the College Advisory Board, to consider a change in the uniform policy pertaining to the Senior Jersey. After deliberation, it has been decided that the College will allow for the following trial:

That the Senior Jerseys may be worn to and from the College, and worn at the College from Term 1 Week 5, 2022 to Term 2 Week 5, 2022. On the Wednesday of Term 2 Week 5, 2022 – the College Community will be sent a survey asking for feedback on their opinions of the jersey and if it is appropriate for the Year 12s to be wearing it with their summer uniform and under their blazer when in their winter uniform.

Please look out for that survey – community voice is an integral part of our College’s decision-making process.  

We would like to, once again, thank the Year 12 College Leaders, Rachael Jordan, Juliana Cruda, Thomas Doherty, and Taylah Eastwell, for their well-considered and professionally delivered proposition of a change in the uniform policy.

Formal Guest Numbers

As was stated in my opening address (last newsletter), we are in unprecedented times. As a College, we are often operating in a future context with current information. As such, we have decided to reduce the number of guests in attendance at the Pre-Drinks & Canapes event from six (6) to four (4), inclusive of the Year 12 student. As per all decisions, there will always be exceptions, and we are hoping to extend the numbers if COVID restrictions allow for it; however, we are forced to make the decision based on current advice.

Please contact me directly, liisa.hammond@twb.catholic.edu.au , if you would like consideration of an extension to those wishing to attend the Pre-Drinks & Canapes event. Please note, as per usual, decisions will align with the recommendations made by Queensland Health Officer and are subject to change.

May Our Mother Mary, grant her blessings upon our College community.

By Ms Natalie Smith, Acting Deputy Principal

Uniform Standards:

Thank you to all parents for their ongoing support of the College regarding uniform standards and expectations. As published previously, PC teachers and PAL's will maintain their focus on uniform standards over the coming weeks, by conducting ongoing uniform checks. Students who do not meet the standards of uniform will be internally or externally suspended until such time that the issue is remedied.

Overview of the transition to the new uniform:

When I arrived at Assumption College in Term 3 last year, I was informed that the College was undergoing the process of changing the student uniform. This had been heralded at the end of 2020 in the College newsletter (23 November 2020). This article stated that conversations had been taking place with the College community and the St Mary’s Warwick School community over the year, with a view to the changes being introduced from June 2021. The main changes were to the girls' uniform, with the phasing out of the winter skirt, the introduction of navy tailored shorts and trouser options, and the redesigning of the blouse to accommodate the shorts and trousers. The green ‘sloppy joe’ jumper option was to also be phased out and replaced. The timeline for the new uniform changes was to be the end of 2022.

Mrs Hardy wrote to parents in the newsletter (24 February 2021) that there was no need for the Year 7 girls, or new students, to purchase a winter skirt, as the summer skirt was now to be worn year-round. In a following newsletter (28 April 2021), she outlined the changes to both the girls' uniform and published a photograph of the new blouse. She again mentioned the phasing out of the green ‘sloppy joe’ jumper (to be phased out by the end of 2023) and highlighted that the senior boys' shirt would be updated to include the tartan piping around the sleeves to match the tartan piping on the girls' blouses. In the May newsletter (26 May 2021), Mrs Hardy again mentioned the change to the uniform and stated that there were some good quality, second-hand uniforms available.

In October last year, I wrote to the College community to inform parents of the delay, due to COVID-19, in the supply chain for the new uniforms. This meant a 12-month extension to the timeline for the uniform changes, with the new uniform changes to implemented by the end of 2023.

The other uniform transition I was informed of, upon my arrival, was the transition from the old-style hat to the new shade hat, and the change of the sports shorts from the old version to the ACW sport short version.  I was informed that the 2021 Year 11 students were the last year group to wear both the old versions of the hats and the sports shorts into 2022. All other year levels were expected to wear the new versions of the hats and shorts from 2022 onwards. I spoke with students at the College assembly in Term 4, 2021 and PC teachers and PALs also spoke with students about this transition on a regular basis during Term 4, 2021. I included this also in my newsletter article, 12 November 2021.

I thank parents for their cooperation and understanding as we continue to transition towards the new uniform by the end of 2023.

By Mr Michael Simpson, Assistant Principal Curriculum 

Junior School - IXL Update

The College community has embraced IXL and exceeded expectations. The current statistics are:

• • 80,938 questions completed across the school
  • 875 skills mastered across English and Mathematics
  • 1121 skills practised to a proficient standard

Research shows that striving toward mastery (a SmartScore of 100) is the most effective way to drive student growth. Mastery is not the only goal which impacts learning; however, achieving proficiency (a SmartScore of 80+) has been proven to lead to improved student outcomes. Students always have work to do, so if your child says “I have no homework”, they can practise on IXL. I look forward to sharing more statistics later in the year.

Senior School

Year 11 and 12 students are now entering the halfway point of Unit One and Unit Three, respectively. Students will be engaging in or have completed their first assessment piece, and it is important that they reflect on their grade. It is essential that Year 12 students are striving for the best mark they can achieve, as every mark can significantly affect their end results, especially those students completing an ATAR pathway. Teachers are on-hand to offer any advice on how to improve.

During the year, we will provide information to students about how they are progressing towards their academic goals. This information will come in the form of academic interviews, and parents are encouraged to attend. Please understand the following advice around the provided information at these academic interviews. Any estimates for QCE points and projected results will only be based on historic data, up until the point of the interview. Any information cannot include confirmed marks by the QCAA, during moderation processes, or External Assessment (EA) results. EA contributes 25% or 50% to subject scores. The College is not liable for differences between the information provided and the actual results.

Study Lesson Guidelines

As you know, the College offers some flexible learning and study classes to senior students. These classes are offered to give students the opportunity to take up other learning options or to have the time to ensure success in school subjects. These classes are very valuable components of students’ timetables. To ensure these run smoothly, and all students have the opportunity for effective study and academic success, we ask that students follow the guidelines below during these times.

During flexible learning/study lessons, students should:

• Arrive on time, prepared with all required study materials and equipment – please note that attendance will be marked and monitored
• Adhere to all College rules during this time. This includes no mobile phones – these will be immediately confiscated. Use of earphones/headphones is not allowed unless permission is granted by the supervising teacher.
• Not leave the study class unless permission is requested from and granted by the supervising teacher. When seeking tutoring from another teacher during the class time, this must be organised through, and approved by, the supervising study class teacher
• Use the time effectively to study subjects and courses. Student use of study time will be monitored. Pastoral procedures will be followed for students misusing the time. Misuse of the time includes internet surfing, playing games, watching videos and YouTube for personal interest, consistently arriving late, continual talking etc
• Develop a plan and goals for each study lesson. Students should carefully consider and plan how the study time will be used to improve academic progress. Supervising teachers are available to assist with study content and skills to support students in achieving study goals
• Treat the study environment respectfully and consider other students. This means all students should contribute to a quiet and calm environment where all members of the class can concentrate and focus on study.

Supervising teachers will be actively monitoring and tracking student application during flexible learning and study classes. Students not adhering to the guidelines may have their study time revoked, laptops or devices confiscated, receive academic detentions or have other penalties applied.

Staff are available to assist students during this study time and welcome student requests for support. Staff can also assist with study planning and organisation for any students indicating the need for development of these skills.

Our goal in developing the guidelines is that this valuable time, allocated to dedicated study, will not be taken for granted, but rather help students improve their academic progress and achievement.

By Mrs Carol Sharp, Assistant Principal Religious Education

Religious Education Curriculum

Students are heading towards the assessment end of the term and should be preparing to submit draft assignments, and/or consistently reviewing content and skills in preparation for exams. If you would like to know the due dates for your child’s RE assessment (or any other assessment), it can be accessed via their CANVAS calendar.

Students in Years 7 – 9 have received their ‘Praxis’ task. This is the second year we have run the Praxis task which requires students to complete a set amount of community service throughout the year. In Term 4, when studying Catholic Social Teaching's, students are required to write a reflection on how their community service is linked to the Catholic Social Teaching they are learning about.

This task is graded as part of their assessment and goes toward the grade on their Semester 2 report card. The task challenges students to put the theory of service learning into practise. A variety of community service opportunities will be available for students to participate in at the College, but they are also welcome to complete their service hours through other community groups. The basic criteria for a service activity, are an activity that helps other people, involves the student giving up their own time and one where the student does not receive any payment or reward for their work.

Service hours are as follows:

• Year 7 – 2 hours community service and 200 word written reflection
• Year 8 – 3 hours community service and 300 word written reflection
• Year 9 – 4 hours community service and 400 word written reflection

Year Level Masses

There will be a delayed start to our Year Level Masses this term due to ongoing COVID restrictions. At this stage, the Masses for this term are scheduled to occur on:

• Tuesday, March 15^th (Year 10)
• Tuesday, March 29^th (Year 12)

All other year levels will have their Semester 1 Masses in Term 2, subject to COVID restrictions.

Project Compassion

Wednesday 2 March 2022, was Ash Wednesday – the beginning of Lent. As always, this time marks the beginning of Project Compassion, the major fundraiser for Caritas Australia. Every day until the end of the term, students will be invited to donate money via their PC class. This money will be given to Caritas to fund their projects, both overseas and in Australia. These projects are designed to benefit whole communities and empower them to be self-sustaining now, and in the future.

Prayer

For our prayer this week, let us reflect on the words of Pope Francis as we enter into the Lenten period of fasting, prayer and almsgiving. In his words, the Pope reminds us that it is not just about prayer or giving to others, its about doing it with love in our hearts. When we ‘give up’ something for Lent we aim to stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters. This is the first step in being able to respond with compassion to their suffering.

“To experience Lent with love means caring for those who suffer or feel abandoned and fearful because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In these days of deep uncertainty about the future, let us keep in mind the Lord’s word to his Servant, ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you’ (Isaiah 43:1). In our charity, may we speak words of reassurance and help others to realise that God loves them as sons and daughters..."

Pope Francis

By Miss Denise Ryan, College Chaplain

Library Competitions

Our library competitions are now well underway with a few groups taking on the ‘Doomsday Prepping’ challenge and there are some awesome drawings being created as well.

Doomsday Bunkers

This offbeat and somewhat different competition is one that the students came up with themselves. Students are asked to design bunkers under two different categories:

• Zombie Apocalypse
• Technology Takeover

Each entry must have a little blurb about why that bunker is the best for the selected category.

Drawing Competition

For the drawing competition, there are four different categories:

• Landscape or Scene – where the theme is fantasy or apocalypse
• 90s cartoon character
• Anime character
• Portrait of who you aspire to be like

All the drawings must have an accompanying little blurb clearly explaining the artist's choices.

The Breakfast Club

Just a reminder that the Breakfast Club table is now in full swing with plenty of old faces and new ones making the most of what is offered to the students. For those who are unaware, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 7:30 am to 8:40 am there is a table in front of our Home Ec classroom that consists of;

• toast (jam, vegemite, honey etc.)
• cereal
• juice (in summer)
• last but most certainly not least, MILO! (Options for hot or cold depending on seasons and weather).

Reflection

During times of uncertainty and worry, it can be hard to process how we are feeling. It is important that we find the time to stop for five minutes and take deep breaths before we continue our journey.  We can look at times like this and remember that we need to be grateful and compassionate – we should keep all those people who are struggling in our thoughts and prayers. I would like to share a reflection about being grateful for peace.

"I am grateful for peace:

In a world of peace there would be no more fighting; it means a world without violence. Life is harmonious when it is peaceful, and it means I can live the life I want without fear. Peace means I get to live in a country without war and it means I am safe. It also means safety for my family, friends and community, too. It fosters love and friendship and a prosperous future for the world, I am so grateful to live in a peaceful country filled with love and respect."

By Rebekah Lipp & Nicole Perry (Founders of Awesome Inc.)

By Mrs Alison Porter, Career Development Practitioner

Congratulations

We would like to congratulate our newest school-based trainees and apprentices.

• Keeley Lockhart – Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care at Busy Bees Warwick.
• Erin Saunders – Certificate III in Leather Products at Kent Saddlery, Stanthorpe.
• Casey-Lee Shelton – Certificate II in Animal Studies at Warwick Equine Vets.
• Toby Small – Certificate III in Heavy Commercial Vehicle Mechanical at Wickham Freightlines, Warwick.
• Andrew Willett – Certificate III in Engineering at Offsider AG Equipment, Killarney.

Assumption College would like to thank these local businesses that have provided our students with the opportunity to take up a traineeship or apprenticeship. We wish these students the best of luck in their work and training.

Certificate II in Rural Operations

Just a reminder to the parents/guardians whose children are completing Year 11 and 12 Rural Operations, that students have their practical session at the Warwick campus of TAFE on alternate Friday mornings. Students catch the bus at 8:15 am from the College. They will need to wear the College agricultural work uniform - College long-sleeved work shirt, long work pants, work boots, a wide brimmed hat and sunscreen. Students should also take pen and paper, and a bottle of water. At the end of the session, students will return to school to have lunch and commence their other lessons. Students are not permitted to drive their own vehicle to and from the TAFE campus. If any parents should have any queries about any of these arrangements, please contact the College.

University Showcase for Year 12 Students

Year 12 students are invited to attend the annual ‘University Showcase’ being held at the College on Monday 14 March 2022 (11:45 am -12:45 pm). The showcase involves approximately four universities, TAFE and the Australian Defence Forces in a coordinated visit to Warwick. The showcase includes a panel of speakers delivering a 20-30 minute presentation on general tertiary information. Topics include pathways to university, costs, how to apply, accommodation, lifestyle and transition.  Afterwards, there is time available for students to visit tertiary exhibits, speak to exhibitors and collect relevant information. It is a good opportunity for students to get first-hand information regarding tertiary study. All ATAR eligible Year 12 students are expected to attend, and other Year 12 students are welcome.

Careers Date Claimer

Please note, we are hosting a variety of courses and events across the year. The dates below may be subject to change, but we are hoping to be able to deliver lots of opportunities to our students.

Term 2

TSXPO	Years 11 - 12	20 May 2022
RSA/RGA Course - 1 Day	Years 11 - 12	26 May 2022
General Construction Safety ‘White Card’ Course - 1 Day	Years 10 - 12	13 June 2022

 

Term 3

Year 10 Work Experience	One week - Monday - Friday	Week 2 of Term 3
Year 10 SET Plan Meetings	Year 10 Students & Parents	Weeks 7 - 8 (across the week)
Year 12 Exit Interviews	Year 12 Students	Week 9 (across the week)
Warwick Careers Expo	Years 9-12 Student groups across 1 day	19 July 2022
Year 12 QTAC Session	Year 12 Students	1 August 2022

 

Term 4

Barista Course - 3 Day Course

Years 10 - 12

5 - 7 October 2022

SDIEA - Southern Downs Industry Education Association

By Mr Thomas Duggan, Sports Coordinator

Term 1 is a very busy time of the year for school sport, with many events/trials coming up during the remaining weeks of the term. I would like to remind students to listen and check the daily notices. This is where I notify our students for chances to sign up for sporting events, trials etc. Parents can also access the Daily Notices via the Parent Portal. We love to see our students representing Assumption College at sporting events within our community and region, and I strongly encourage all students to take up any arising sporting opportunities.

Darling Downs Selections

Thursday, 17 March 2022, Laura Schiewe attended the Darling Downs regional trials for u19 girls Cricket and was selected in the team. Laura will now compete at the State Carnival to be held at Gympie on March 27-29 2022. Congratulations, Laura.

Jett White travelled to Toowoomba for the Darling Downs regional Water Polo trials on Thursday, 17March 2022. Jett was selected in the Darling Downs u15 boys Water Polo team, which is a fabulous effort.

On Tuesday 22  March 2022, Jett travelled to Toowoomba for the Darling Downs regional Volleyball trials and was selected in the u15 Darling Downs Volleyball side. As a College, we would like to congratulate Jett on his outstanding effort in both Water Polo and Volleyball.

T20 Cricket

On Wednesday, 23 February 2022, our College Opens T20 Cricket team took on Warwick State High School in what turned out to be a very good game of T20 Cricket. ACW won the toss and elected to bowl first. They were able to keep our opponent to 133 runs with outstanding bowling from Ryan Fischer, Jack Coleman and Jakob Butler. We proved to be the better team on the day, chasing down the runs with 4 overs to spare, thanks to some classy batting by Tom Doherty and Laura Schiewe. The team demonstrated great sportspersonship and represented the College with pride. We look forward to our next match against Scots PGC College on March 9, 2022.

Southern Downs Selections

Congratulations to Peter Dunn who was selected in the Southern Downs AFL team on Wednesday, 23 March 2022. This a great achievement by Peter and we wish him the best for the Darling Downs trials.

Southern Downs Swimming

Congratulations to Ruby Wright who competed at the Southern Downs Swimming and won the Runner Up Age Champion for 12 years girls. It was a fantastic day for Ruby as she also set five personal best times. Well done, Ruby.

Darling Downs Regional Swimming Trials

On Wednesday 2 March 2022, we had several Assumption College students attend the Darling Downs regional swimming trials for 13-19yrs at Milne Bay Aquatic Centre Toowoomba. Due to our delayed swimming carnival, our students were very excited for this carnival and they all performed very well. I would like to firstly say a big thank you to the White family who kindly assisted the College in purchasing ACW swimming caps, which our students were able to proudly wear at this carnival. They looked awesome. We would also like to congratulate the following students on their selection in the Darling Downs Swimming team to later compete at the state championships:

• Aiden Brown
• Ellyn Moore
• Jett White
• Alyssa White
• Lily Osborne

Border Districts Selections

On Thursday 24 March 2022, Border District Trials for Rugby League, Netball, Football and Basketball were held. As a College, we had a very impressive representation of students for each sport and we would like to congratulate the following students on their selection:

By Mr Scott Clegg, Business Manager 

College Fees

College fees account statements for Term 1, 2022 have been emailed. We require payment of the account by 31 March 2022, unless you have a Direct Debit or other existing payment arrangement in place with the College.

If you require an invoice, have a query about your College fees account, or you have not received the statement by email, please contact the College Finance Officers on 07 4660 4000 or email finance@acwarwick.catholic.edu.au.

If you are experiencing any problems paying your account, please speak with our Principal or our Business Manager. 

By Mrs Mary-Anne Driver, Library Aide

In our new Dungeons and Dragons group, students are creating characters to use in our upcoming campaign. Loads of excited students have signed up, both experienced players and those keen to learn. Miss Quinn is very popular on Thursday!

Chess has started on Fridays and is proving popular too.

We have had some wild UNO games happening, and it’s lovely to see our ‘older’ students welcoming and including newer students to ACW.

We have had Years 8 and 9 classes through the library this week, working on referencing skills in Humanities. Mrs Wooding has offered to help any student in lunch breaks with referencing or finding material. Our students are welcomed to come in with their task sheet and any questions they might have relating to the task.

Genrefication in the library has been a great success with students discovering books they would like to read. Books are much easier to find now they are grouped by category.  Our plan is to do the same with our non-fiction collection sometime later in the year.

By Mrs Jenny Gillespie, College Counsellor

The Importance of Self-Awareness for Teens

Self-Awareness has long been known to be important for the development of resilience skills for teens. Self-awareness is the ability and confidence to identify and articulate emotions, and becomes over time, the foundation for the acquisition of identity and self-management (coping) skills.

Self-awareness helps teens to know who they are (values/beliefs), figure out their interests, what their emotions mean, make good decisions and plan for the future. It is an important tool for life!

Teenagers take time to develop these skills as they navigate school routines and subjects, along with changing, and at times, complex social dynamics.  You may observe this as they actively question themselves, their peers, authority, what they want for their life, why they are feeling the way they do, what makes them unique, along with their strengths and weaknesses.

For more teen resources on self-awareness see - How to become self aware | Self-talk and self-awareness | ReachOut Australia.

Humanities 

This term, Year 10 students have been learning about World War II. During one of the lessons, the students pieced together the causes of World War II. By putting the causes together in puzzle pieces, the students were able to recognise that there was not one issue alone that started World War II. The Year 10 students are now delving deeper into World War II with their assignments.  

Principal's Welcome BBQ 

Assumption College warmly welcomes all students, families and members of the wider community to join us at our Principal’s Welcome BBQ, to be held on Friday 11 March 2022, commencing at 5:30 pm.

We would like to take this opportunity to introduce our new Principal, Mrs Liisa Hammond, to our community. Liisa will provide a Principal's address during the evening, a complimentary BBQ will be run and tours of the College will be available for anyone interested.

We hope you will take the opportunity to join us at this event. Please RSVP to the College office on 4660 4000 by 8 March 2022.

Warwick Show 

This year’s Warwick Show is shaping up to be the best year yet, with lots of different things to see and do for families with children.

Friday, 18 March 2022 is “People’s Day”, with lots of family fun entertainment and a full night programme including the Big W Firework Demonstration. Visit the Warwick Credit Union Amazing Animal Nursey, where you can feed all different and exciting animals.

On Saturday, 19 March 2022, take a walk through the pavilions, sideshow alley, Cattle and Sheep Judging and witness the Goodyear Auto Car Ute Show. Spanos IGA NRA Show Rodeo is sponsoring all the thrills and spills of Cowboys 'n' Cowgirls testing their skills in rough stock and timed events.

On Sunday, 20 March, we have our Australiana themed day – come and watch some fantastic show jumping with free entry for all.

Warwick Show Pavilion Program 2022:

Career planning for students on the autism spectrum – a webinar for parents and carers | Wednesday 9 March | 4.00pm (AEDT)

For twenty years, myfuture has been a trusted source of career information within the Australian education community providing content that is practical, targeted and developed by experts. As well as supporting students, teachers and career practitioners, myfuture provides tools and resources to help parents and carers support their child’s career exploration, engage them in career conversations, and raise awareness of post-school options.

In this Insights webinar, Associate Professor Marina Ciccarelli from Curtin University, and Cheryl Mangan from Autism CRC will provide information about the myWAY Employability evidence-based resources available to assist young people on the autism spectrum in transition planning, to build their employability, and maximise their potential.

Join us as the team from myWAY Employability discuss such topics as:

• Starting challenging conversations about the future
• Identifying personal strengths, interests, and sensory preferences to guide career exploration and work experiences
• Providing a just right challenge
• Building self-determination.

Register now for this free event: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1366920972620471309

Lowes

Lowes have announced their first sale event for 2022 from March 10th - 12th 2022.

Assumption College uniforms including our new shorts and long pants for our female students, and our ACW green pullover knit jumper - unisex are available.

St Mary's Warwick - Community Afternoon

St Mary's are thrilled to invite everyone to their Community Afternoon on Tuesday, 15 March 2022! After years of planning and construction, the two campuses are now merged into one, featuring contemporary flexible learning environments, a natural and sustainable outdoor learning/play space and more!

Contact their College office, if you'd like more information on 07 4661 1872.

Everyone is welcome!