Honouring the Life and Legacy of Fr. John O’Reilly

It is with deep sadness that I share the news of the passing of Fr. John O’Reilly, the founding priest of the CRC Federation of Schools and our esteemed long-serving Canonical Administrator. For over 50 years, as Parish Priest of Sacred Heart, St Albans, Fr. John dedicated his life to the service of Catholic education and the faith formation of our school communities. His tireless work and unwavering commitment have left an indelible mark on Catholic education in Melbourne’s west, where he was instrumental in the establishment of Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs, St Albans, North Keilor, Sydenham, and Melton, as well as Cana, Emmaus, and Sacred Heart Primary Schools.

Born in 1937 in County Mayo, Ireland, Fr. John was the son of a farming family and one of 11 children. Feeling the call to serve God, he entered the seminary and was ordained on 4th June 1961. Shortly after, he responded to the call for missionary priests and chose to serve in Australia. Upon arriving in Melbourne, he ministered in the parishes of Mentone and Chadstone before being appointed to Sacred Heart Parish, St Albans, in 1968—a community he would serve with love and dedication for 50 years.

A man of great vision and action, Fr. John saw the need for Catholic secondary education in Melbourne’s west and worked tirelessly to make it a reality. In 1975, he met with the Director of the Catholic Education Board to advocate for Catholic schooling, and within two years, Catholic Regional College St. Albans opened its doors to Year 7 students. His efforts led to the development of the Catholic Regional College Federation, ensuring that Catholic education was accessible to generations of students.

Fr. John also recognised broader needs within the community. In the mid-1980s, he saw a critical gap in palliative care and services for the terminally ill. With his characteristic resolve, he spearheaded the establishment of the Mercy Hospice within 12 months, offering comfort and dignity to those in need. His ability to translate faith into action truly reflected the words of St. Mary MacKillop: “Never see a need without doing something about it.”

Fr. John lived out our College motto, “Live Fully, Act Justly,” in every aspect of his ministry. His selfless service embodied the call of Micah 6:8: “To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” He was a shepherd to his people, always leading with wisdom, kindness, and an unshakable faith. His influence reached far beyond the schools and parish he served, shaping lives and inspiring countless individuals to follow Christ’s example.

As we mourn the loss of Fr. John, we also give thanks for his incredible contribution to our community. His profound legacy lives on in the thousands of students, families, and staff members whose lives he touched. We pray for the repose of his soul and for all those who grieve his passing. “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:23).

Fr. John’s funeral will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, 18 February, at Sacred Heart Parish, St Albans. May we keep him and all who mourn in our prayers.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

Prayer for Fr. John O’Reilly

Loving God,
We entrust to Your mercy and love our faithful servant, Fr. John.
Grant him eternal rest and reward him for his life of service.
Comfort those who mourn his passing, and may we continue his mission with the same dedication and faith.
May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Welcome Back

Always treat others as you would have them treat you (Matthew 7:12)

As we begin a new school year we are reminded of the wonderful prospect for new beginnings and to be the best we are called to be.

With each new beginning comes the opportunity to prosper and find success in all we do. A key focus this year as a college community is embedding the theme of “RESPECT”, Respect for self, others and the environment which is outlined in the diagram below:

A very warm welcome back to all of our staff, students and families. We particularly welcome those who are joining the College community for the first time. We have a total of 293 Year 7 students beginning their journey with us this year as well as 14 students joining us in Years 8, 9, and 10. We warmly welcome you all.

Congratulations to the Year 7 students who have settled in extremely well. The school community has worked hard to ensure that our new students have been welcomed and supported in their transitional period. I also extend a warm welcome to those families that are also joining our community for the first time. I hope that your time within the Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs community is both enriching and rewarding.

It is essential that all students continue the year well and set high expectations in all areas and in every context. It is important that the College uniform is always worn well; that students are punctual to school and class, and it means getting down to the core business of working hard in class and working with every teacher to produce the best set of results possible. I also remind students to challenge themselves to participate in the vast array of co-curricular activities available to them, and to embrace and contribute to the numerous, leadership, faith and social justice opportunities available at the College.

And finally, may all members of the Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs college community in 2025 truly live, breathe and enact our wonderful College motto of ‘Live Fully Act Justly.

Unveiling the St. Catherine of Siena Statue and Siena Square Landscaping

We are delighted to unveil the stunning new statue of St. Catherine of Siena, a profound symbol of faith, wisdom, and service, now gracing Siena Square. This beautiful transformation of our College grounds offers a space for reflection, inspiration, and connection to our Catholic heritage.

Crafted by the talented Christine Sage from Hullabaloo Studios, the statue captures St. Catherine’s enduring legacy. She holds a lantern, representing the light of education and hope shining in the darkness of poverty. The lilies adorning her garment symbolize her purity, while her halo echoes the crown of thorns she bore in devotion. Draped around her are rosary beads, calling us to prayer and contemplation.

The herringbone tiles beneath her feet replicate the Piazza del Campo in Siena, a tribute to her homeland, while five radiant rays within the tiles remind us of the divine light that emanated from her when she received the stigmata.

This sacred space invites us to reflect on St. Catherine’s courage and her unwavering commitment to truth and justice. Her words inspire us:

"Be who God meant you to be, and you will set the world ablaze."

A blessing of the St. Catherine statue and Siena Square will be held at a date yet to be determined.

Welcome to Our New Staff

We extend a warm welcome to the new staff joining our College community. It is a joy to have you with us, and we look forward to the many ways you will enrich the life of our school. Each of you brings your own unique gifts, talents, and experiences, and we are excited for the contributions you will make to our students and the wider College community.

As a Catholic secondary school, our mission is rooted in faith, learning, and service. We hope that you find a strong sense of belonging and purpose here, as we journey together in fostering a vibrant and supportive environment where all can flourish.

Welcome to new staff 2025:

Our CRCCS community warmly welcomes the following new staff for 2025:

• Ashpreet Kaur: Humanities Teacher

• Caroline Yang: Maths/Digital Technologies Teacher

• Elizabeth Harvey: English/EAL Teacher

• Eugene Ferreras: Mathematics Teacher

• Georgia Grammenos: EAL Learning Support Officer

• James Delos Santos: Science & Japanese Teacher

• Julia Richards: English & Humanities Teacher

• Lauren D’Lima: HPE / Behavioural Science Teacher

• Martin Nguyen: English Teacher

• Matthew Pitman: Health & Physical Education & Geography Teacher, Head of School - Senior

• Nicole Robeson-Evans: Food & Materials Technology, Religious Education & English Teacher

• Petros Koutroumpianas: Mathematics & STEM Teacher

• Roseanne Chivers: English & Religious Education Teacher

• Vaughan Munzel: English & Humanities Teacher

• Michael Testa: Business Manager (Leadership Team)

• Thu Tran: Assistant to Business Manager ( Beginning 20 February)

We also warmly welcome back the following returning staff for 2025:

• Oliva Reljic – Teacher

• Tiffany Azzopardi – Teacher

Wishing you every success in your new role, and we look forward to working alongside you in the year ahead!

Prayer

Father in heaven,
may the faith you have given us
in your son, Jesus Christ, our brother,
and the flame of charity enkindled
in our hearts by the Holy Spirit,
reawaken in us the blessed hope
for the coming of your Kingdom.

May your grace transform us
into tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel.
May those seeds transform from within both humanity and the whole cosmos
in the sure expectation
of a new heaven and a new earth,
when, with the powers of Evil vanquished,
your glory will shine eternally.

May the grace of the Jubilee
reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope,
a yearning for the treasures of heaven.
May that same grace spread
the joy and peace of our Redeemer
throughout the earth.
To you our God, eternally blessed,
be glory and praise for ever.
Amen

The Year of Jubilee 2025 - 'Pilgrims of Hope'

This year holds special significance as we enter a Holy Jubilee Year, a time to re-establish a proper relationship with God, with one another, and with all of creation.

The concept of the Jubilee Year has its roots in Jewish tradition, specifically outlined in Leviticus 25. Every fiftieth year, a Jubilee was proclaimed—a time of liberation, forgiveness of debts, and the restoration of community and land. This cycle would remind the Israelites that everything in this world is temporary and orient them towards God.

In our Catholic tradition, the church has adopted the Jubilee and celebrates every 25 years. Pope Francis in his Papal Bull – Spes Non Confundit (Hope does not disappoint) adopts the theme ‘Pilgrims of Hope’ taken from St Paul’s letter to the Romans (Rom. 5:5).

The virtue of hope is not merely a wish or an aspiration; it is a deep-seated trust in God’s promises and a conviction that His love and mercy are ever-present.

As we enter this Holy Year of Jubilee we are hopeful of the wonderful opportunities that will arise to actively celebrate and engage within our College and Parish communities. These include Catholic Education Week, Pilgrimages and upcoming Australian Catholic Youth Festival.

As members of this Catholic school community, we are reminded that our hope is ultimately rooted in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It assures us that no matter the trials we encounter, we can hold fast to the belief that God is with us, guiding our paths and offering us the strength to overcome.

Year 7 Thanksgiving Welcome Mass

We were delighted to share the joyous occasion of our Year 7 Welcome Thanksgiving Mass, held to warmly welcome our new Year 7 students, parents and families.

It was fitting that we began our year with this sacred celebration, acknowledging the importance of the Eucharist—the most powerful prayer and the source and summit of our Catholic Faith. It is through the Eucharist that Christ nourishes us, empowering us to embrace our College Motto: Live Fully Act Justly. To Live Fully is to grow to know and love Christ and to Act Justly is to be motivated by the love of Christ, we work for justice.

Fr. Richard Rosse, Parish Priest of St. Catherine of Siena, Caroline Springs, celebrated the Mass. In his homily Fr Richard reminded us of the need to turn to God in all that we do and that it is in God, our creator, that we are able to fully flourish as humans.

Our Year 7 students made a fantastic start to their journey here at CRC. Their enthusiasm, energy, and spirit was evident, especially in their participation in the Holy Mass.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the parents and families for attending the Year 7 Thanksgiving Mass. Your presence illustrates your commitment to being part of our faith community and helps nurture the spiritual lives of our students.

As we move forward in this academic year, we hope there will be numerous opportunities for our students to grow holistically and we look forward to building upon the foundations of their faith as they navigate through Year 7 and beyond.

Opening College Mass

On Monday, 3 February, we gathered to celebrate the start of a new scholastic year with our Opening College Mass. This year’s Mass was particularly special as it was based on the Jubilee Mass to commemorate the Holy Year of Jubilee, as declared by Pope Francis in his Papal Bull, Spes Non Confundit (Hope Does Not Disappoint).

Fr. Jaycee Napoles, assistant priest at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne, celebrated the Mass. In his homily, Fr. Jaycee spoke about the significance of the Jubilee year, emphasising its purpose, to restore our relationship with God and our neighbour. He reminded us that while we may carry burdens, this year serves as a heartfelt reminder of God’s unconditional love and mercy, provided we are open to receiving it.

The Opening College Mass was a wonderful opportunity for us to come together as a community and ask for God’s blessings on our endeavours this year. During the Mass, we also had the privilege of blessing and commissioning our new Deputy Principal of Learning and Teaching - Ms. Elise Nowak and lighting our new homeroom candles to symbolise the light of hope that Christ brings into our lives.

Let us continue to ask God for His blessings throughout the year, a year that will bring hope and renewal for all.

Invitation to Attend Friday 8am Mass

I would personally like to invite Parents/Carers and Families to attend our Friday 8am Mass every Friday of the School Term at St Catherine of Siena, Parish Church. Mass finishes at 8:25am giving our students plenty of time to prepare for the school day. We are so fortunate to have the Parish Church on our College grounds and more importantly God’s dwelling place. Attending Holy Mass is so crucial to growing in holiness. It is a place where heaven and earth meet, where we can listen to the Word of God and be nourished by the Holy Eucharist. We would love to see your presence and would appreciate if you could encourage your son’s and daughter’s to consider making it part of their practice in their own faith journey.

Mr. Paul Sammut
Director of Faith and Mission

Dear Parents and Carers,

This year I will be stepping into a new role at our college, and I can’t wait to get started. My goal is to make sure we’re always improving and doing the best we can for our students.

A big part of my role will be looking at student performance data and other important school information to see what's working and what needs a little extra help. I’ll be sharing detailed reports and updates on how we’re doing and what we can do better, making sure everyone is in the loop – from our Principal to the School Advisory Council, and of course, you!

In my role, I will work closely with the Director of Catholic Identity & Mission, the Deputy Principal Learning & Teaching, and the Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing, forming a School Improvement Team. Together, we will strategize and implement initiatives to enhance the overall educational experience, ensuring a well-rounded and supportive environment for all students.

Connecting with our community is also extremely important to me. I’ll be reaching out to parents, community members, and external partners to gather input and build support for our school's vision.

Another key focus for me is promoting the religious side of our school and supporting our Religious Education and Faith Development programs. I’ll be encouraging everyone to get involved in prayer and liturgy, and I’m committed to fostering professional growth in Religious Education and Faith. Together, we'll keep building and celebrating our college’s Catholic Identity.

I’m looking forward to working closely with all of you and making positive changes that benefit our entire school community. Thank you for your ongoing support and for being an essential part of our school's journey.

Warm regards,

Lucy Swan
Vice Principal Strategic Development

Welcome back to our returning families, we look forward to building on the successes of last year and continuing to support your child’s growth and development in 2025. In addition, we offer a special welcome to our new families—we are excited to have you join the Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs community and look forward to partnering with you to make the most of your child’s time at the College.

Although only two weeks in for our students, our staff have been busy preparing to ensure a productive and rewarding start to the year for all students, with a range of opportunities and experiences planned to extend learning beyond the classroom. Whether in faith, social, academic, or sporting contexts, each opportunity offered has been thoughtfully designed to help students grow, build friendships, and create lasting memories.

Term 1 is shaping up to be particularly exciting, with various camps, a visit from our Italian sister school, our College Swimming Carnival, and the start of the Year 10 Premier League, to name a few. These events offer students wonderful opportunities to connect, learn, and explore new experiences.

All College camps and excursions will be communicated well in advance via the Operoo platform, where you’ll find consent forms and other important information. Our Experiential Learning Coordinator, Ms Linda Bracco, has provided further insight into the Operoo platform in this newsletter edition.

Below you will find a snapshot of key dates for Term 1, and we encourage you to continue to engage with our newsletters to hear more about these experiences as they take place.

Year 10 Premier League – Begins Thursday 13 February
Student Leadership Camp – Monday 17 February to Wednesday 19 February
Italian Exchange Inbound Visit (Italian Sister School 'Liceo Scientifico Livio Cambi') – Wednesday 19 February to Tuesday 25 February
College Swimming Carnival – Tuesday 25 February
Year 9 Camp (All Year 9 Homerooms) – Wednesday 26 February to Friday 28 February
Staff Professional Learning Day (Student-Free Day) – Friday 7 March
Labour Day Public Holiday – Monday 10 March
Year 7 Camp (7BA, BU, CO, KO, KU, LI) – Monday 17 March to Wednesday 19 March
Year 7 Camp (7MK, MW, NA, WO, WU) – Wednesday 19 March to Friday 21 March
Final Day of Term 1 (Students dismissed at 3pm) - Friday 4 April

If you have any questions with regard to the above events, please feel free to contact our College reception in the first instance.

We look forward to an enjoyable and successful year ahead and thank you for your continued support.

Firstly, it has been so pleasing to see how our students have settled into the new school year, they have begun classes, formed new connections and transitioned well as young adults. Our College Community has grown significantly in 2025, with close to 1100 students, including 291 new Year 7 students joining our school. We would like to welcome all of the new students starting with us in Years 7-10 and wish them well as they begin their journey with us.

As a College, we endeavour to set the bar very high when it comes to expectations in our classrooms and ensuring our students are in a learning environment where they can thrive. Subject teachers are continuing to implement consistent classroom practices for every period across the school day so our students can begin their lessons with predictable routines. As educators, we know that consistent classroom practices impact the teacher’s ability to teach effectively and creates a positive learning environment where students feel valued and ready to make the most of their learning time. These posters are up in each classroom and serve as a reminder to our community the importance of having an orderly learning environment.

Finally, I would like to congratulate our students in how they have conducted themselves in returning to school and the way in which they have remembered to take pride in being active and respectful members of Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs.

Katie Murray-Fawcett
Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing

Welcome to the 2025 school year.

At the Start of Year Program with staff, I presented my vision for Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs’ students to become Flourishing Learners.

The Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World vision details strategic themes, with the Learning and Teaching strategic theme guiding MACS students to be ‘flourishing learners’. Upon further reading of MACS 2030, I came across the link between ‘flourishing learners’ and the John 10:10 passage: ‘I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full’, providing a clear link with the roots of our College motto, Live Fully Act Justly.

To guide such a connected vision, I thought it timely to introduce some key Learning and Teaching policies that will support our students in their studies. I encourage you to read the policies and appreciate your support as we partner together in educating our young people.

Code of Academic Integrity
Artificial Intelligence Guidelines
Student MacBook Agreement
Homework Policy

Please note that the Homework Policy has recently been reviewed. The policy now includes examples of homework for the Junior and Senior School, together with new subheadings. For 2025, Year 7 students can expect to receive homework from Week 5.

Furthermore, it is also my pleasure to introduce the Learning and Teaching Team and the Curriculum Leadership Team for 2025.

Additional important newsletter items by the Learning and Teaching Team can also be found in this newsletter edition, detailing SEQTA Engage and Assessment Resit, together with Student Success Programs by the Experiential Learning Coordinator.

Thank you.

I am pleased to announce that the 2025 Co-Curricular Student Handbook is now available, offering a fantastic range of Clubs and Groups for students to explore this year. Whether their interests lie in creativity, sports, or academics, there’s something for everyone.

This year, we have introduced several exciting new opportunities, including the eSports Club, the Sustainability Club, Yeah the Girls Fitness, the STEM MAD Club, and much more. These clubs provide students with a wonderful chance to develop new skills, try something new, and make lasting friendships.

Being involved in a club or group is a great way for students to develop their leadership skills, discover new passions, and connect with peers who share similar interests.

Students are encouraged to explore these enriching opportunities and select a club or group that aligns with their passions. The 2025 Co-Curricular Student Handbook is available now, and the sign-up link for all clubs and groups can be found on SEQTA Notices.

Please encourage your child to get involved, grow, and make the most of their year by joining a club or group in 2025.

The beginning of a new school year is the perfect opportunity for students to reflect on their personal and academic goals. Our dedicated staff offer a range of Student Success Programs designed to support students in achieving their goals and helping them thrive and flourish at school.

The following Student Success Programs are available to students:

English Support
Maths Support
Assessment Re-sit
Homework Support

We encourage all students to take full advantage of these programs to help them achieve their academic and personal goals.

For more information on each specific program, please contact the relevant staff member listed below.

Valentine’s Day at CRCCS was a beautiful reminder of the greatest love of all—our Lord’s love, which endures forever. His love is constant, unfailing, and always with us.

To mark the occasion, students spread joy and kindness throughout the college community. They warmly greeted staff and peers at the front gate, set the tone for the day with uplifting music, and handed out heart stickers, lollies, and affirmation cards—each carrying the message that our Saviour’s love is everlasting.

May we always count our blessings, share love and gratitude with those around us, and allow the spirit of kindness and God’s love to continue shining in our community.

As we begin another school year, our dedicated staff are committed to providing our students with rich and meaningful learning opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. These carefully designed experiences aim to foster students' growth in faith, social skills, academic achievement, and sporting excellence.

To obtain parental consent for these activities, we use the Operoo platform. At the start of the year, we kindly ask all parents and carers to review and update their child’s Operoo profile, ensuring that all medical details are current and that the College has the most up-to-date information.

Operoo is used to collect consent for the following:

• Acknowledging and agreeing to school policies
• Giving permission for students to view curriculum-related films
• Providing consent for excursions
• Authorising participation in onsite activities that occur outside of regular school hours

When an excursion or activity is planned, all relevant details including the nature of the event, uniform requirements, and time commitments will be sent directly to your nominated Operoo account. We ask that you carefully review this information and provide your consent by the advertised "close off" date to ensure your child can participate.

Please note once the close off date has passed, we are unable to approve any further participation in the excursion or activity. The College will always provide sufficient notice with each Operoo to ensure you have enough time to respond to any request for consent, however detailed planning must be undertaken following the close off date, and hence it is not possible to revisit the consent process after the close off date.

We encourage all parents and carers to regularly check and update their Operoo profiles to ensure smooth and timely participation in these valuable learning experiences. Your cooperation in this process helps us deliver a seamless and well-organised experience for all students.

If you have any questions regarding the Operoo platform, please contact the College reception.

On the 31 January 2024, 279 students walked through the CRCCS gates for the first time. On the same date in 2025, there was a clear difference about them. They were now entering as Year 8 students. It is fair to say that emotions are always mixed when it comes to a new adventure. They knew how to read a timetable, how to unlock their combination lock, how to print and photocopy and how to navigate the world of SEQTA. With this knowledge in hand, the Year 8 students were ready and motivated to dive into a world of new experiences, friendships, fresh challenges, fun activities, and the chance to grow both academically and personally.

It is only the beginning of the year, and it has been wonderful to see friendships strengthening and routines falling into place. Lessons are filled with inquisitive minds and “ah ha” moments, while break times are filled with laughter, games and stories being shared.

We are so proud of our Year 8 students and the strong start that they have had. We are looking forward to an exciting year ahead filled with growth, achievements, and plenty of memorable moments!

The Food Technology kitchen is buzzing with excitement as students dive into their practical lessons for the year. From the very first session, the air has been filled with delicious aromas, laughter, and a sense of accomplishment as students get hands-on experience with cooking.

The Year 7s kicked things off by making the ever popular ‘Yum Yum Balls’, focusing on key kitchen skills such as safety, hygiene, and correct measurement techniques. This introduction to the kitchen helps them build confidence while learning the basics of food preparation.

Meanwhile, the Year 9s stepped up their skills by whipping up a delicious vegetable frittata, practicing knife techniques and cooking methods that emphasise nutrition and balance. Over in the Year 10 kitchens, students took on the challenge of making a flavourful beef stir-fry with brown rice, learning about cooking times, ingredient pairing, and the importance of using fresh produce.

With the perfect blend of learning and fun, students are not only gaining essential life skills but also developing a passion for cooking. Judging by the smiles on their faces—and the tempting smells wafting from the kitchen—it’s clear that Food Technology is off to a fantastic start this year!

Social Justice Leadership Day 2025: A Year of Hope and Action

On Tuesday, 11 February, the Social Justice Team of 2025 gathered for their annual Social Justice leadership day, setting a strong foundation for the year ahead. Rooted in the Pilgrim Year of Hope and Caritas’ theme, "Unite Against Poverty," the day encouraged reflection, discussion, and a renewed commitment to social justice.

With the words of Pope Francis, “we desire to heed the plea of suffering humankind in order to feel called, together and as individuals, to break the bonds of injustice and to proclaim God's justice,” the team was inspired to consider their responsibility in shaping a more just and compassionate world. He continued by addressing social justice, calling for care for the most vulnerable—the elderly, children, and the poor—and emphasising the value of “com-passion,” meaning to “suffer with” others, stand alongside them, and be their voice.

Inspiring guest speakers from Give until it hurts (GUIT), Caroline Chisholm Society, Catholic Care, and Assist Ability Australia, shared powerful insights, reinforcing the importance of service and advocacy. Their messages resonated deeply, aligning with our college’s pillars of compassion and stewardship and calling us to act with purpose and conviction.

The afternoon was a dynamic space for collaboration, where students passionately brainstormed and developed ideas to create meaningful change in our community. Their dedication and enthusiasm were a testament to the impact young people can have when united for justice. With renewed motivation, the team set off to the next stage, ready to turn their reflections into action.

With great anticipation, I look forward to the journey ahead and the incredible work our Social Justice Team will accomplish in 2025. May hope guide our mission, and may we stand together in the fight against poverty.

Matilda Mattar
Social Justice Coordinator

Assessment re-sit takes place every Tuesday from 3:05 pm to 4:15 pm for Year 9 and 10 students, and every Thursday from 3:05pm to 4:15pm for Year 7 and 8 students, in the College Cafeteria. These sessions are designed to give students who were absent during an Assessment Task the chance to complete it without missing additional class time. Parents/carers will be notified through SEQTA the Friday prior to a Tuesday Assessment Re-sit Session, or the Tuesday prior to a Thursday Assessment Re-sit Session if their child is required to attend.

Students are required to attend for the full 70-minutes of the Assessment Re-sit Session, regardless of the length of their Assessment Task. If a student is absent for an Assessment Re-sit, this absence needs to be validated for the Assessment Task to be rescheduled.

The following are considered valid reasons for absence at an Assessment Re-sit Session:

• illness (medical certificate required within 48 hours with an accompanying parent/carer note to reception)
• compassionate grounds i.e. a funeral (parent/carer to provide note to reception)
• isolation due to infectious diseases protocols (parent/carer note to reception is required).

The following are considered as examples of invalid reasons for missing an Assessment Re-sit:

• illness (without a medical certificate)
• personal travel/ family commitments
• part-time job commitments.

Students who do not attend an Assessment Re-sit Session, or do not have a valid reason for missing the Assessment Re-sit, will have a score of 0% awarded for the Assessment Task, which impacts the students Overall Result for the Subject.

Click here for a copy of the Assessment Re-sit Policy and can also be found on the SEQTA Learn and SEQTA Engage Homepage.

2025 School Fees

2025 School Fee notice and Fee Payment Agreements have been mailed home. If you have not received your statement, please contact the finance department or visit the school website. College Tuition Fee - CRC Caroline Springs. If you have changed home address or email details, please also advise the College.

2025 Payment arrangements are due back as soon as possible to commence in February 2025 and be finalised by November 2025 unless prior arrangement is in place.

Statements will be issued to parents every month for record keeping purposes. If you have requested for a direct debit to be in place, nothing further is required.

CSEF 2025 (Current health care card holders)

CSEF applications are being accepted for 2025. Please complete the application form on our website and return the completed signed form along with a copy of the parent/carer current health care card valid until the end of term one 2025 to the College office as soon as possible. CSEF-application-form.pdf

Year 9 Camps - Wednesday 26 February to 28 February 2025

Payments due in FULL by 14 February 2025

Year 7 Camp - Monday 17 March to Wednesday 19 March 2025 (7BA,7BU,7CO,7KO,7KU,7LI) and Wednesday 19 March to Friday 21 March 2025 (7MK,7MW,7NA,7WO,7WU)

Invoices were sent out 7 February 2025. Payment required no later than 8 March 2025.

A warm welcome to all families of the Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs community. We utilise a Learning Management System called SEQTA, and the parent portal of SEQTA is called ‘SEQTA Engage’. 

All new parents/carers to the College should have received information on Wednesday, the 5^th of February, containing login instructions and an explanation of the features of SEQTA Engage. A copy of the letter highlighting the features of SEQTA Engage can be found here: SEQTA Engage letter 2025

Additionally, as a beneficial refresher to all families, a demonstration video modelling the features of SEQTA Engage can be accessed below:

https://vimeo.com/794648814

Should you have any problems accessing SEQTA Engage, please do not hesitate to contact the College by phoning 9217 8000 or emailing enquiries@crccs.vic.edu.au.