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Wellbeing

Parenting and setting boundaries

One of the first tasks of parenting is deciding how long we let the baby cry, how we respond when they do, when do we let them self-sooth. Then we decide what boundaries to set for the toddler how close to the fire, the pool, grandma’s figurines do we allow them and how do we enforce those limits.

We calibrate the boundaries as they go through primary school and by the time they hit secondary we usually have had to have phone and device boundaries, sleep over, stay up, acceptable viewing and language boundaries and expectations on how they treat other members of the family. If we fail to set boundaries young people feel lost and will punish us usually with bad behaviour or defiance. 

The battle of adolescent parenting is calibrating boundaries so that by the time they leave home they are independent, self-disciplined and well regulated. They only learn to be like this because they have practiced being responsible with negotiated and appropriate boundaries.

It is a tough job but here are a few considerations:

  • The argument that everyone else is doing it is not a good reason for allowing anything. They probably aren’t and contacting other parents involved will really help you make decisions especially about parties. If you can’t talk to the adults supervising they can’t go. They will often admit they were relieved that you did not let them go. An unsupervised party or ‘Gatho’ is an opportunity for lots of young people to be pressured into poor choices. Party drugs and alcohol are cheap and widely available. This is the context in which many of the problematic sexual contact that comes to our attention occurs.
  • It is important you know where they are both on-line and in the real world.
  • Devices need to be kept outside the bedroom at night and there should be limits on their use. They need a break from social media and they need 9 hours sleep.
  • Negotiate boundaries so the young person own/agrees to the limits but only offer a range of options that you can live with.
  • Don’t set boundaries on things that aren’t important, messy rooms are not life threatening whereas mouldy food in there just might be.
  • Choose to have negotiations, impose sanctions or consequences when everyone is rested and calm, not on the fly or in the heat of battle. 
  • You need to win. They need to feel your hands on the reins even very gently.
  • Over time they need more control over their lives so be prepared to reward responsible behaviour with greater responsibility.
  • Take care of yourselves it is hard work and they need you to be there,
  • Be there, give them your time, be there, pay attention, be there, look for the opportunities to have conversations about the things that excite and worry them.
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Photo Gallery for Wellbeing

Photo Gallery for Wellbeing

From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Graduation Dinner

What a night! Click here to read all about our recent Graduation Dinner

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Graduation Dinner

Year 12 Reflection Day

Our 2020 year 12's recently took part in a Reflection Day. Click here to find out more

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Year 12 Reflection Day

Chapel Forecourt

We are excited to announce that the first stage of construction has started

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Chapel Forecourt

Deputy Principal - Students

As we finish up 2019 I have been recalling many of the events that have happened throughout the Year

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Read an update from our Deputy Principal of Learning and Teaching

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

Here we are. The end of the school year. Another year has come and gone. We celebrate this

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Director of Mission and Faith

Christmas Play & Art Competition

Click here to relive the magic that was our 2019 Christmas Play

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Christmas Play & Art Competition

Agriculture

What an amazing year we have had on the farm

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Agriculture

Arts

Interested in instrumental lessons in 2020? Click her to find out more

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Arts

Careers

Click here to read an update from our Careers department

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Careers

Sport

Read the final sport wrap up for 2019

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Sport

College Nurse

Read more on how to ‘have fun safely’ these school holidays

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College Nurse
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Annual Awards Ceremony

Monday 18 November, we held our Annual Awards Ceremony in Lakeside Stadium

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Annual Awards Ceremony

College Christmas Play

Not long now! Get your tickets for our 2019 Christmas Play

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College Christmas Play

Remembrance Day Service

On Monday 11 November the College held its Remembrance Day service

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Remembrance Day Service

Deputy Principal - Students

Brave parenting in a culture riddled with worry - book your place in this helpful webinar now.

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Book lists and 2020 Subjects

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

As Advent begins, we are called to reflect upon how ready we are for Jesus’ coming

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Director of Mission and Faith

Sport

Last week the final round of Premier League was played, see how our teams went.

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Sport

Agriculture

Preparations for our 2020 Scholarship teams are in full swing

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Agriculture

Arts

Learn to play an Instrument at Salesian College Sunbury in 2020

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Arts

Careers

Register to use the VCE Results and ATAR service

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Careers

College Nurse

Preparing for the holidays

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College Nurse

Mazzarello Campus

Read an update from our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus

Uniform Callout

Are you finishing at the College in 2019? Are you interested in donating your blazer or tie?

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Uniform Callout

Important Dates

Read all upcoming important dates, including 2020 Term Dates

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Annual Excellence Awards

Join us for a celebration of excellence! Our Annual Awards Ceremony is on Monday 18 November

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Annual Excellence Awards

Rupertswood Harvest and Open Day

Click here for a wrap up of our Rupertswood Harvest and College Open Day

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Rupertswood Harvest and Open Day

Christmas Play and Art Competition

Our College Christmas Play is fast approaching! Get your tickets now

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Christmas Play and Art Competition

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Our Step Up program starts Wednesday 20 November

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Deputy Principal - Students

School Leavers Week (Schoolies) – Stay Safe

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Deputy Principal - Students

Director of Mission of Faith

Read an update from our Director of Mission and Faith

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Director of Mission of Faith

Arts

Read about our recent performances and upcoming displays

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Arts

Sports

Click here to see what our sports teams have been up to

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Sports

Careers

Congratulations to our students who were successful in their applications for the ACU Community Achievers Program and La Trobe ASPIRE!

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Careers

Important Dates

Stay organised with key dates for 2019/2020

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Rupertswood Harvest / College Open Day

Join us this Friday 25 October for our Rupertswood Harvest and College Open Day!

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Rupertswood Harvest / College Open Day

Subury and Geelong Show

Click here for the results from the recent Sunbury and Geelong Show

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Subury and Geelong Show

Year 12 Students Farewell

Congratulations to our graduating class of 2019

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Year 12 Students Farewell

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Skills and habits of a Salesian Graduate

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

Read an update from our Director of Mission and Faith, Stephen Connelly

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Director of Mission and Faith

Twilight School

Take part in our Twilight School Bush Tucker Walk event on Thursday 14 November

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Twilight School

Sports

Join us in welcoming our 2020 Sports Captains

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Sports

The Arts

Art competition, Christmas play and Art acquisitions

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The Arts

Careers

Read an update from our Careers department

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Careers

College Nurse

Learn what to do in the event of a snake bite

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College Nurse

Important Dates

Keep up to date with important events around the College

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Open Day

Do you know someone who needs to make the change to graduate a Salesian? Our College Open Day is Friday 25 October

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Open Day

Royal Melbourne Show Results

What a show! Click here to read our amazing results from the Royal Melbourne Show

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Royal Melbourne Show Results

Rupertswood Harvest

the Annual Rupertswood Harvest is almost upon us!

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Rupertswood Harvest

Deputy Principal - Students

Final day of classes for our Year 12s is fast approaching

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Welcome back to term 4

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

School holiday time and been out and about, I could not help but notice in some retail shops and shopping centres that Christmas must be coming!

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Director of Mission and Faith

Sports

Get an update on all sporting achievements at the College

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Sports

Performing Arts

read an update from the Performing Arts Department

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Performing Arts

From the College Nurse

Year 7s will be receiving their final round of immunisations this week

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From the College Nurse

Careers

Are you planning on studying at University in 2020?

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Careers

Tuning in to Teens

The Tuning in to Teens program is being offered free of charge by the Sunbury Youth Centre

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Tuning in to Teens

Important Dates

Keep up to date with what is taking place at the College

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Rupertswood Harvest

Get ready! Our annual Rupertswood Harvest is taking place on Friday 25 October

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Rupertswood Harvest

Tech Girls

Congratulations to our Tech Girls who are the Victorian State Winners at the Girls Movement Foundation

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Tech Girls

Salesian Missions Day

We celebrated Salesian Missions Day with a footy colours day, raising funds to be donated to Don Bosco Technical School

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Salesian Missions Day

Deputy Principal - Students

Full summer uniform to be worn from Monday 7 October, read here for more details

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

It is time to reflect and prepare for all that comes with Term four

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

Our Year 7's are learning about Celebrating the Eucharist. Read here for more

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Director of Mission and Faith

Agriculture

A very exciting time in the Agriculture calendar is upon us, the Royal Melbourne Show

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Agriculture

Sports

Keep up to date with everything our sports teams have achieved

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Sports

Arts

Music, Arts, Drama and more! Read an update on what has been going on in our Arts department

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Arts

Language

Hear from student Rhys Williams, who recently participated in a Japanese Speech competition

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Language

College Nurse

Hay Fever and Asthma season is here

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College Nurse

Careers

See what's new in our Careers department

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Careers

Important Dates

Keep up to date with what is taking place at the College

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

MADD Day 2019

What a day! We are all still on a high from our MADD day, click here to see more

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MADD Day 2019

Father's Day Breakfast

Another sell out event for our Father's Day Breakfast

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Father's Day Breakfast

High Tea

Our Parent Engagement Group are proud to be hosting a High Tea on Sunday 15 September

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High Tea

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Hear from our Deputy Principal of Learning and Teaching

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Deputy Principal - Students

Read an update from out Deputy Principal of Students

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Deputy Principal - Students

Director of Mission and Faith

Congratulations to everyone who took part in this years Winter Sleepout

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Director of Mission and Faith

Sports

Our students have been busy with their sporting achievements this term

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Sports

Agriculture

Preparations for the Royal Melbourne Show are well and truly underway on our farm

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Agriculture

Arts

Congratulations to our VCE Music Class Band who took out first place in the Battle of the Bands

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Arts

Careers

Keep up to date with news from our Careers department

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Careers

A book in a day competition

Our students recently took part in the Book in a day competition Click here to read more

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A book in a day competition

Important Dates

Click here for a list of our upcoming events and important dates

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Year 7, 2021 Closing Dates

This is the last week to get your 2021 applications in

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Year 7, 2021 Closing Dates

Father's Day Breakfast

Book your tickets now! Our Twilight School's Father's Day Breakfast takes place next Friday 30 August

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Father's Day Breakfast

Science Week

This week we are celebrating Science Week, click here to see what is taking place

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Science Week

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Read and update from our Deputy Principal for Learning and Teaching

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

Hear from our Director of Mission and Faith, Stephen Connelly

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Director of Mission and Faith

2019 Winter Sleepout

St Vinnies Winter Sleepout is taking place this week

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2019 Winter Sleepout

Sports

Keep up to date with all things Sports at our College

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Sports

Performing Arts

Get your art pieces ready! The Annual Art Competition closes 8 November

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Performing Arts

Careers

Explore careers, study pathways and future employment growth

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Careers

Parent Engagement Group High Tea

Join us for a High Tea in the College Mansion

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Parent Engagement Group High Tea

Agriculture

See what our Agricultural students got up to on the Central Victorian Poll Dorset Bus Trip

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Agriculture

From the College Nurse

Tips on staying well this winter from our College Nurse

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From the College Nurse

Important Dates

Click here for a list of our upcoming events and important dates

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Important Dates

Re-enrolment fee for 2020

You will soon be charged you re-enrolment fee for 2020

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Re-enrolment fee for 2020
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Year 7, 2021 Closing Dates

Applications for Year 7, 2021 close Friday 23 August

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Year 7, 2021 Closing Dates

Tree Planting Day

What a success! Tree Planting Day was a hit at Salesian College Sunbury

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Tree Planting Day

International Languages

Our Languages department has been very busy! Click here to read more

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International Languages

Deputy Principal - Students

Read an update from our Deputy Principal for Students

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Read and update from our Deputy Principal for Learning and Teaching

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Mission and Faith

Get an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Director of Mission and Faith

Sports

Read an update on our recent sporting achievements

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Sports

Performing Arts

Band performances, Art competitions and more! See what we have been up to in the Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Year 12 University applications are now open. Click here for more information

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Careers

Agriculture

Click here to read an update from our College farm

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Agriculture

Twilight School Father's Day Breakfast

Book your seat now! Our Father's Day Breakfast is coming up

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Twilight School Father's Day Breakfast

Caligero Project Cambodia

Year 12 students Cate Agius and Eleanor Borg tell of their time volunteering in Cambodia

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Caligero Project Cambodia

Important Dates

Mark your calendar, here is a list of important upcoming dates

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

Read an update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

College Play

Click here for a review on our 2019 College Play

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College Play

Australian Sheep and Wool Show

Congratulations to all Agriculture students who represented the College at the recent Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo

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Australian Sheep and Wool Show

Tree Planting Day

Join the Parent Engagement Group for their Tree Planting Day

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Tree Planting Day

Deputy Principal - Students

Read an update from our Deputy Principal for Students

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Read and update from our Deputy Principal for Learning and Teaching

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Faith and Mission

Get an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Director of Faith and Mission

Sports

Keep up to date with Salesian College Sunbury's sporting achievements

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Sports

Arts

See what has been taking place in the creative arts

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Arts

Careers

Read an update from our College Career's department

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Careers

Twilight School

Take a look at the upcoming events hosted by our Twilight School

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Twilight School

College Almuni

Click here for details on our next Young Alumni event

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College Almuni

Mazzarello Campus

Click here for an update on the changes taking place at our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus

Important Dates

Click here for a list of our upcoming events and important dates

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Angela Romano

Read an update from Acting Principal, Mrs Angela Romano

From the Principal

Mazzarello Feast Day

Click here to see what took place on Mazzarello Feast Day

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Mazzarello Feast Day

College Play

Last call! Get your tickets now

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College Play

Holbrook Show

Our agricultural students really put on a show at Holbrook. Click here to read more

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Holbrook Show

Deputy Principal - Students

Click here for an update from our Deputy Principal, Elaine Dugdale-Walker

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Deputy Principal - Students

Deputy Principal - Teaching & Learning

An update from Jodie FitzGerald, Deputy Principal - Teaching and Learning

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Deputy Principal - Teaching & Learning

Director of Faith & Mission

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission, Mr Stephen Connelly

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Director of Faith & Mission

Sport

Keep up to date with all things sport

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Sport

Performing Arts

Dance, Drama, Music and more! Read an update from The Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

What's new in Careers

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Careers

Agriculture

Meet the newest addition! Last week we welcomed 65 chickens to the College

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Agriculture

Drop off zone

Click here for some important changes to our student drop off zone

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Drop off zone

Upcoming Events and Important Dates

Don't miss a thing! Add these event dates to your calendar now

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Upcoming Events and Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Year 9 Camp

Read more about our recent Year 9 camp here

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Year 9 Camp

College Play

Time is running out! Get your tickets now

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College Play

House Charity Day

Our first all House Charity Day was a great success! Click here to find out more

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House Charity Day

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Want to know more about subject changes? click here

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Deputy Principal - Students

Read an update from our Deputy Principal - Students

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Deputy Principal - Students

Director of Faith and Mission

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission, Mr Stephen Connelly

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Director of Faith and Mission

Performing Arts

Click here to see what has been happening in the Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Click here for the latest Career's news

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Careers

Student Achievement - Alexandra De Bono

Start spreading the news! Alexandra De Bono is doing an internship with The New York Times

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Student Achievement - Alexandra De Bono

RollCall

An exciting new bus feature is on its way to Salesian College Sunbury

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RollCall

Sports

Keep up to date with the College's sporting achievements

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Sports

From the Farm

An update from the College Farm

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From the Farm

Parent Engagement Group

Join us for the next Parent Engagement Group meeting

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Parent Engagement Group
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Open Day

Last Wednesday 15 May, we held our College Open Day

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Open Day

College Play

Book your seats now! College play on sale

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College Play

Parking Changes

Click here for details on the Lakeside stadium parking changes

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Parking Changes

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Read tips on how to prepare for upcoming exams

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Director of Faith and Mission

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission, Mr Stephen Connelly

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Director of Faith and Mission

Performing Arts

Keep up to date with the Arts at Salesian College Sunbury

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Performing Arts

Sports

Click here for the SACCSS Cross Country results

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Sports

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Budgeting Course

There is still time to get your tickets for the Twilight School's budgeting course, as well as the upcoming Kokadama making course

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Budgeting Course

Agriculture

See what our Agricultural students have been up to

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Agriculture

Important Dates

Upcoming important dates for our College

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Important Dates
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Our Open Day

Click here to find out what is taking place on our Open Day, including tour times and how you can be involved.

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Our Open Day

OzBosco

This past weekend saw the 11th gathering of OzBosco, this year held at Don Bosco Camp Safety Beach.

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OzBosco

Athletics Carnival

Find out what activities took place on the day and the final results.

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Athletics Carnival

Deputy Principal - Students

Read an update from Ms Elaine Dugdale-Walker

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Deputy Principal - Students

Budgeting course

Want to set yourself a budget? Come to a Twilight School event and within a couple of hours learn some tips to set you on your way.

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Budgeting course

Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

We have been impressed with how our students have commenced Term 2. Read an update from Mrs Jodie FitzGerald.

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Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Make a difference

Our Sacred Earth Students need your help to make a difference.

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Make a difference

Director of Faith and Mission

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission, Mr Stephen Connelly

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Director of Faith and Mission

Careers update

Click here to find out more information about our Careers Department and the activities undertaken recently by our students.

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Careers update

Performing Arts

The Art and English faculties are excited to announce a new competition for all our budding creative writers at Salesian.

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Performing Arts

Uniform reminder

Just a gentle reminder to families about our uniform expectations for students. 

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Uniform reminder
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Anzac Day

Today the College celebrated an ANZAC day ceremony

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Anzac Day

Presentation Ball

Read about our Annual Presentation Ball

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Presentation Ball

Our Open Day

Discovery Open Day, Wednesday 15 May

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Our Open Day

Director of Faith and Religious Studies

Click here for our Easter Reflection

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Director of Faith and Religious Studies

Deputy Principal - Students

An update from our Deputy Principal for Students

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Deputy Principal - Students

Wellbeing

There are only a few places left in the 'Tuning in to Teens course' this term.

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Wellbeing

Sports Report

Click here for your Salesian sports update

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Sports Report

Performing Arts

Click here for what's new in the Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

The latest careers news

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Careers

Mother's Day Breakfast

Our Mother's Day breakfast is fast approaching, book your tickets now for 3 May.

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Mother's Day Breakfast

USA Cultural Tour 2019

See what out students got up to while on the USA Cultural Tour

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USA Cultural Tour 2019

English

See what has been taking place in our English classes

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English

Australian Red Cross Blood Service

We're in town. Roll up your sleeves and give blood

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Australian Red Cross Blood Service

Finance

You can now pay College Fees via BPAY. Click here to find out more

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Finance
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Movie Night

All parents are invited to sit under the stars and enjoy a free movie night on our College grounds

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Movie Night

Parent Teacher Interviews

The booking system is now open for our Parent / Teacher / Student Interviews

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Parent Teacher Interviews

Building Update

A lot has been happening on the College grounds. Click here for a full update

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Building Update

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

From our Deputy Principal - Students

Click here for an update from our Deputy Principal - Students

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From our Deputy Principal - Students

Sport

Find out what's been happening in sport

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Sport

The Arts

See what has been taking place in our Arts department

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The Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

What's news at Salesian's farm?

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Agriculture

Wellbeing

The wellbeing team will once again be running the Tuning in to Teens program in term 2

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Wellbeing

Mother's Day Breakfast

Save the Date! Our Mother's Day Breakfast is coming up

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Mother's Day Breakfast

Community

Keep up to date with what's happening in the local community

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Community

Upcoming Dates

Upcoming important dates at our College

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Upcoming Dates
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

2018 College Yearbook

Have you seen our 2018 College Yearbook?

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2018 College Yearbook

Catholic Education Week 2019

Catholic Education Week 2019 is from Tuesday 12 March to Sunday 17 March. Find out more

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Catholic Education Week 2019

Bullying. No way!

Friday 15 March is National Day Against Bullying. Read on to find out more about 'Bullying. No way!'

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Bullying. No way!

Faith

Project Compassion was launched last week

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

Update from our Deputy Principal - Students

Important reminders from the Catholic Education Office

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Update from our Deputy Principal - Students

Sport

Latest news in sport at Salesian College Sunbury

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read some reflection pieces from the Performing and Visual Arts area

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

Find out the latest news from the farm

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Agriculture

Wellbeing

Some information around setting boundaries from the Wellbeing Team

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Wellbeing

Youth of the Year Award

Michelle Grover shares her experience as a competitor for the Youth of the Year Award

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Youth of the Year Award

Upcoming Dates

Take note of a few of these upcoming events around the College

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Upcoming Dates
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

House Swimming Carnival

Read all about our 2019 House Swimming Carnival

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House Swimming Carnival

Transition to High School

Read a piece about the transition from primary to high school from our Savio Campus Director

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Transition to High School

Year 7 Camp

Our Year 7s have been on their first camp this week and last; find out what they've been up to

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Year 7 Camp

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

Wellbeing & Message from Student Hub

A message from the Student Hub, as well as an update from the Wellbeing team

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Wellbeing & Message from Student Hub

Sport

Find out what's been happening in Sport over the past fortnight

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Sport

Performing Arts

Important updates and upcoming events in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

What's news on the farm?

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Agriculture

Australian Government Data Collection Information

Information around data that is collected and how it is used

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Australian Government Data Collection Information

Community News

Find out more about a local Youth Group available to our young people

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Community News
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Annual Awards Ceremony

Last Friday, the College gathered to celebrate the achievements of our graduating class of 2018.

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Annual Awards Ceremony

2019 College Play

Our 2019 College Play has been chosen...read more to find out what to expect!

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2019 College Play

Uniform Reminder

A start-of-year reminder regarding all things uniform

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Uniform Reminder

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

Wellbeing

An update from our Wellbeing team and our Deputy Principal - Students

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Wellbeing

Sport

Find out what's coming up in sport

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Sport

The Arts

Interested in learning an instrument? Find out more...

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The Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

What's news at Salesian's farm?

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Agriculture

2018 Student Exchange

At the end of last year, a number of our students travelled to Italy and Japan on cultural exchange programs

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2018 Student Exchange

Vaccinations

Upcoming vaccinations for Year 7 and 10 students

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Vaccinations

Conveyancing Allowance Information

Information about conveyancing allowance eligibility

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Conveyancing Allowance Information

Photo Day Information

Information for registering your students' school photos

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Photo Day Information
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus, as we prepare to commence the 2019 school year.

From the Principal
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Important Dates for 2019

A few important dates to remember for the start of 2019

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Important Dates for 2019

Christmas Wishes

Our Christmas wishes of happiness and joy to our Salesian College Community.

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Christmas Wishes

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

2018 Annual Awards Ceremony

On Friday 16 November, we celebrated the year's success with our Annual Awards Ceremony

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2018 Annual Awards Ceremony

Year 12 Graduation Dinner and Excellence Awards

On Friday evening we farewelled our graduating class of 2018 at the Year 12 Graduation Dinner

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Year 12 Graduation Dinner and Excellence Awards

Alumni

Read about our latest Hall of Fame recipients and our recent Alumni Reunion

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Alumni

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principals - Learning and Teaching - including important information about 2019 classes and booklists

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Learning

Wellbeing

Read about our recent 'Secret Agent Society' program.

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Wellbeing

Sport

Find out what's been going on in sport at Salesian

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read an update about all the recent activity in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

From our Students

Hear from our 2019 College Captains experience at the School Captains Conference this weekend.

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From our Students

2019 Bus Transport

Information about our Private Bus Service for 2019

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2019 Bus Transport

Important Dates - 2019

Confirmation of important dates for the end of 2018 and the beginning of 2019

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Important Dates - 2019
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Remembrance Day

Read about our service to mark the Centenary of Armistice

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Remembrance Day

Salesian College Book Week

Read about some of the great activities that took place during our recent Salesian College Book Week

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Salesian College Book Week

Christmas Production: Where is the Love?

Book your tickets now to attend our end-of-year production

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Christmas Production: Where is the Love?

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principals - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

Wellbeing

Find out the best ways to prepare your students for transition

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Wellbeing

Sport

Find out what's been going on in sport at Salesian

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read an update about all the recent activity in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Student Life

Read about a recent project from Year 7 Applied Mathematics; an elective class for strong mathematics students

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Student Life

Our Community

Relevant events and updates from our local community

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Our Community
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Rupertswood Harvest

Read about last weekend's Rupertswood Harvest

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Rupertswood Harvest

Year 12 Graduation Mass

Last Tuesday evening we held our Year 12 Graduation Mass. Read more

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Year 12 Graduation Mass

2018 Papworth Cup Winners

And the winners are...! Find out the results for this year's Papworth Cup

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2018 Papworth Cup Winners

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principals - Learning and Teaching

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Learning

Wellbeing

Find out about Tuning in to Teens; the twice-yearly course offered by our Wellbeing Team

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Wellbeing

Sport

Find out what's been going on in sport at Salesian

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read an update about all the recent activity in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

Read an update from our Farm Manager about our agriculture program and the farm

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Agriculture

Student Life

Congratulations and best wishes to our Year 12 Class of 2018. Read the final Principal's Address to the Year 12 students

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Student Life
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Kakadu Trip

Read about our students' recent trip to Kakadu, NT

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Kakadu Trip

Rupertswood Harvest

It's time for this year's Rupertswood Harvest; join us on Sunday 28 October

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Rupertswood Harvest

Visual Arts Exhibition

Our Year 11 and 12 VCE Media, Studio Arts, and Visual Communication Design are holding a Visual Arts Exhibition next week. Read more

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Visual Arts Exhibition

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Learning

An update from our Deputy Principals - Learning and Teaching, as well as an update from our Maths Department

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Learning

Welbeing

A reflection and update regarding our Year 12s last week of school

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Welbeing

Maths Learning Area Update

Read an update from our Maths Learning Area Leader, including some helpful exam preparation tips

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Maths Learning Area Update

Sport

Find out what's going on in sport at Salesian

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read an update about all the recent activity in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

Read an update from our Farm Manager including updates about recent and upcoming competitions

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Agriculture

Uniform Shop Update

Shop online with our Uniform Shop

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Uniform Shop Update

Student Life

Savio Feast Day and Year 12 best wishes

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Student Life

Community Announcements

Find out about current events and announcements for our local community

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Community Announcements
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Open Day - 17 October

Join us on our next College Open Day, on Wednesday 17 October

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Open Day - 17 October

Year 9 City Experience

Our Year 9s have been travelling to Melbourne to familiarise themselves with our city

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Year 9 City Experience

Rupertswood Harvest

It's almost time for our annual Rupertswood Harvest. Read more to find out what you can expect

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Rupertswood Harvest

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission

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Faith

Wellbeing

Read an update from our Wellbeing Team including an update about our students' Pastoral sessions and an important uniform reminder

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Wellbeing

Learning Update

Reflecting on Term 3 and preparing for Term 4

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Learning Update

Sport

The Sport calendar has been very busy over the past fortnight. Read more

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Sport

Performing Arts

Read an update about all the recent activity in Performing Arts

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Performing Arts

Careers

Find out about the latest news and upcoming dates from our Careers Department

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Careers

Agriculture

Read an update from our Farm Manager including updates about recent and upcoming competitions

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Agriculture

From our Students

Hear from the students!
This fortnight we hear from two of our VCAL students on their recent Work Placement as well as a term wrap up from some younger students

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From our Students

Fees Update

Important reminder regarding school fees

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Fees Update
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Father's Day Breakfast and Ashes Oval Redevelopment

Cricket great, Darren Lehmann, visited last week as part of our Ashes Oval Redevelopment Project and our Father's Day Breakfast

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Father's Day Breakfast and Ashes Oval Redevelopment

Book in a Day Competition

Seven Year 7-9 students had eight hours to write a book, completely from scratch, using strict parameters provided that morning! Read more...

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Book in a Day Competition

Annual Board Dinner and Staff Service Awards

Last week we celebrated a number of staff achieving service milestones. Read more...

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Annual Board Dinner and Staff Service Awards

Faith

Read an update from our Director of Faith and Mission.

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Faith

Wellbeing

Our Wellbeing Team share an update including Youth Mental Health First Aid training.

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Wellbeing

2019 Subject Selection

An update regarding 2019 Subject Selection

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2019 Subject Selection

Sport

Over the last few weeks, our students have been actively participating in a number of sporting finals. Read more...

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Sport

Performing Arts

Term 3 has been a flurry of activity in the Performing Arts department. Read more...

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Performing Arts

Careers

This fortnight, seventeen of our Year 10 students completed work experience. Read more...

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Careers

Agriculture

Read an update from our new Farm Manager.

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Agriculture

From our Students

Hear from the students!
This fortnight they share an overview of the recent Winter Sleepout.

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From our Students
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Savio Campus News

Read more about recent news and events from Savio Campus

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Savio Campus News

Mazzarello Campus News

Read about the latest news and events from our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus News

Bosco Campus News

Bosco Campus Director, Matthew Hurley, shares an update

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Bosco Campus News

Executive Updates

Updates from members of the Salesian College Executive Team

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Executive Updates

Director of Faith & Mission

An update from the Director of Faith and Mission

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Director of Faith & Mission

Curriculum Update - Technology

Find out more about what's been happening in our technology subjects

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Curriculum Update - Technology

Careers

Read an update from our Careers Department featuring important dates and events

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Careers

Father's Day Breakfast

Don't miss out! Join us to hear from Australian Cricket great, Darren Lehmann

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Father's Day Breakfast

Mazzarello Campus Global Projects

Read about our Year 9 students' global projects

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Mazzarello Campus Global Projects

House Cross Country 2018

Find out the results of our recent House Cross Country competition

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House Cross Country 2018

Certantes Magazine

The latest edition of Certantes, our Salesian College Sunbury Alumni Magazine, is out now

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Certantes Magazine
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From the Principal Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Savio Campus News

Read more about recent news and events from Savio Campus

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Savio Campus News

Mazzarello Campus News

Read about the latest news and events from our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus News

Bosco Campus News

Bosco Campus Director, Matthew Hurley, shares an update

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Bosco Campus News

Executive Updates

Updates from members of the Salesian College Executive Team

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Executive Updates

Director of Faith & Mission

An update from the Director of Faith and Mission

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Director of Faith & Mission

Curriculum Update - CLC

Read an update from our Head of Library, Vicki Hudson

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Curriculum Update - CLC

Careers Update

Read an update from our Careers Department featuring important dates and events

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Careers Update

College Production Wrap Up

Over the weekend, our students performed our 2018 College Production in Moonee Ponds

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College Production Wrap Up

Twilight School - Father's Day Breakfast

Book your tickets for our next Twilight School Event, a Father's Day Breakfast on Thursday 30 August

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Twilight School - Father's Day Breakfast

2020 Enrolments

Don't forget to submit your applications for 2020

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2020 Enrolments

St Vincent De Paul Winter Sleepout

Some of our staff and students are participating in an upcoming Vinnies School Sleepout

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St Vincent De Paul Winter Sleepout

Feedback from Cassandra Marr

Hear from Cassandra Marr, Liberal for Sunbury, about topics relevant to our College

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Feedback from Cassandra Marr
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Savio Campus News

Read more about recent news and events from Savio Campus

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Savio Campus News

Mazzarello Campus News

Read about the latest news and events from our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus News

Bosco Campus News

Bosco Campus Director, Matthew Hurley, shares an update

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Bosco Campus News

Executive Updates

Updates from members of the Salesian College Executive Team

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Executive Updates

Director of Faith & Mission

An update from the Director of Faith and Mission, including a prayer

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Director of Faith & Mission

Curriculum Update - Sport

Read an update from our Sport Coordinator, Dylan Hannan

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Curriculum Update - Sport

Careers Update including Careers Week

Read an update from our Careers department including upcoming opportunities

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Careers Update including Careers Week

Ciantar Learning Commons Official Opening

Yesterday saw the official opening of the Ciantar Learning Commons (CLC), our new library space.

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Ciantar Learning Commons Official Opening

VET Music Performance

Our VET music students are performing this Wednesday evening in Sunbury.

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VET Music Performance

College Production, Cinderella

It's time for this year's College Production. Next weekend, Friday 3 and Saturday 4 August our students will be performing Cinderella at the Clocktower Centre in Moonee Ponds.

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College Production, Cinderella

Parent Engagement Group - Planting Event

Join our Parent Engagement Group to help plant 2000 new plants next Sunday 5 August.

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Parent Engagement Group - Planting Event

Vaccination Update

Information about an important upcoming vaccination for Year 10 students.

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Vaccination Update
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Savio Campus News

Read more about recent news and events from Savio Campus

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Savio Campus News

Mazzarello Campus News

Read about the latest news and events from our Mazzarello Campus

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Mazzarello Campus News

Bosco Campus News

Bosco Campus Director, Matthew Hurley, shares an update

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Bosco Campus News

Executive Updates

Updates from members of the Salesian College Executive Team

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Executive Updates

Director of Faith & Mission

An update from the Director of Faith and Mission, including a prayer

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Director of Faith & Mission

Curriculum Update - The Arts

Read a curriculum update from our Arts Learning Area Leader, Rani Valencich

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Curriculum Update - The Arts

Schoolbox

Have you set up a Schoolbox parent account? Read about the many benefits Schoolbox and how it helps to keep you connected

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Schoolbox

Careers Update

Read an update from our Careers department including upcoming opportunities

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Careers Update

Maths Update

Find out some helpful information about how to explain the importance of maths to your children, including its use in everyday tasks

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Maths Update

Holbrook Sheep and Wool Fair

Our students (and their sheep) recently had great success at the Holbrook Sheep and Wool Fair

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Holbrook Sheep and Wool Fair

School Holidays Program

Read about some local school holidays programs and opportunities

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School Holidays Program

Duke of Edinburgh Award

We have over 150 students working towards their Duke of Edinburgh Award this year

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Duke of Edinburgh Award

NCCD

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) collects information about students with disability in a consistent, reliable and systematic way

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NCCD
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From the Principal Mr Mark Brockhus

An update from our College Principal, Mr Mark Brockhus

From the Principal

Savio Campus News

Read more about recent news and events from Savio Campus

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Savio Campus News

Mazzarello Campus News

Read all about our recent Year 9 Camp to Lake Eildon

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Mazzarello Campus News

Bosco Campus News

Read an update from our Bosco Campus Director, Matthew Hurley

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Bosco Campus News

Executive Updates

Updates from members of the Salesian College Executive Team

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Executive Updates

Faith and Mission

An update from the Director of Faith and Mission, including a prayer

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Faith and Mission

Curriculum Update - English

Read a curriculum update from our English Learning Area Leader, Jade West

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Curriculum Update - English

Maths Update

Find out some helpful information about how to explain the importance of maths to your children, including its use in everyday tasks

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Maths Update

MADD Day

MADD Day is the culmination of a week of Music, Art, Drama and Dance performances by our students representing their houses

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MADD Day

Student Achievement

We love to hear about the outstanding achievements of our students, both within and outside the school environment

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Student Achievement

Twilight School - Literary Festival

Read about our upcoming Twilight School Literary Event

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Twilight School - Literary Festival

Enrolment Applications

Remember that all enrolment applications for 2020 close Friday 17 August

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Enrolment Applications

NCCD

The Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) collects information about students with disability in a consistent, reliable and systematic way

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NCCD
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