Term 1, Issue No. 1 - 17 February 2017
Welcome to our New Students
Dear Parents, Caregivers, Staff and Students of the Mercedes College Community,
Each year it is my pleasure to welcome our new students and their families to our community. The cycle of a school is fascinating; not long ago we farewelled our Year 12 Graduates, some of whom had commenced in Reception at the College in 2004. At that stage they were feeling the same excitement that our new Reception class is feeling.
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Swimming Carnival
The Swimming Carnival held on Friday 10 February at Marion Aquatic Centre saw students from Years 6-12 come together for a day of competitive fun.
Class of 2016 Reunion
The graduates from the Class of 2016 returned to the College on Monday 13 February as our 'new' old scholars. They were welcomed by Principal, Mr Peter Daw and encouraged to maintain their connection with the school.
Cinema Under the Stars
A fantastic, family friendly event is what we all experienced for the first time at Mercedes College engaging together at an outdoor movie night to watch Back to the Future in the Rose Garden.
Senior Stories
New Beginnings
The 2017 academic year has started well, and I would like to thank all students, parents and staff for their enthusiasm in the way they have approached the first weeks of school.
Junior Journeys
Warm Welcome
It is always so exciting to start a new year. The children have returned with such enthusiasm and energy, and many have noticeably grown. Fifty three new students have joined us and it has been wonderful to see how well they have settled, being nurtured and cared for by both staff and students.
Director of Mission
Looking at the Year Ahead
Welcome to a new school year, a year full of anticipation, of discoveries to be made and milestones to be achieved.
Middle Moments
Year of International Mindedness
Welcome to the start of the 2017 academic year. In particular, I would like to welcome all Middle School students and families joining our community this year, and I trust their association with the College will be an enjoyable and rewarding one.
Wellbeing
A Positive Start
The College Psychologists extend a warm welcome to all families for the 2017 school year, particularly those who are new to the Mercedes College community this year.
A Great Year to Come
I hope everyone had a great break and is looking forward to another big year for Mercedes in the sporting arena.
Sports are a Great Teacher
Sports are such a great teacher. I think of everything they've taught me: camaraderie, humility, how to resolve differences.
- Kobe Bryant, Basketball player
Another Exciting Year of Music!
Welcome to another school year! Our department has hit the ground running with the Year 3 String Programme and the Year 6 Band Immersion Programme commencing in Week 2.
In this issue
Important Dates
Friday 24 February
Mercureans Cocktail Party
Wednesday 1 March
Ash Wednesday
Friday 3 March
Parent Coffee Morning
St Joseph's Courtyard
9:00am - 10:00am
Friday 10 March
Year 8 - 12 Athletics Carnival
SA Athletics Stadium
Friday 17 March
Years 6 & 8 Welcome BBQ
Junior School Hall
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday 21 March
ManageBac Parent Information Night
Mercy Lecture Theatre
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Community News
and Events
Public Safety - Parking Control around Schools, Kindergartens & Child Care Centres
Please click here to veiw brochure on parking regulations.
Circular Royal Commission
Please click here to veiw a circular from Archbishop Wilson and Father Philip Marshall.
Barbara Arrowsmith Youngs
Please click here to view information about the upcoming Barbara Arrowsmith Youngs talks.
Peach Lifestyle Programme
Please click here to view information about the Peach Lifestyle Programme.
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