Year 7 2022 Enrolment Information Evening Our Best

Year 7, 2022 Enrolment Information Evening Our Best Hopes CONVERSATION, EMPOWERMENT, GROWTH We are a faith community committed to a positive culture of personal and collective growth; where all are valued, supported and empowered to flourish through respectful conversations Welcome, Mr Tullio Zavattiero, Principal 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Welcome Mr Tullio Zavattiero Principal 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Out College. . . • A faith-based, student-focussed, co-educational community • Relationship driven; has a positive learning culture where students flourish • Partnerships with families- welcoming and inclusive • Commitment to an affordable fee structure 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Catholic Education. . . Working together Life at CRC North Keilor is part of the mission of the Church – People of the Eucharist. Where everyone is aware of the living presence and example of Jesus. He is our guide and role model and is always with us. An education in faith is an integral part of the holistic growth of all students. We are all on a faith journey. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Educating in Faith. . . Education for Life … a partnership Our four core values: Faith, Compassion, Respect and Resilience guide us to live out our faith with action. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Federation of Catholic Regional Colleges 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Federation of Catholic Regional Colleges Sydenham, Melton, St Albans, Caroline Springs, North Keilor CRC Melton CRC North Keilor CRC Sydenham CRC Caroline Springs CRC St Albans

Established in 1982 38 years in operation 649 Students 90 Staff 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Curriculum matters Mr Brendan Hallinan Deputy Principal – Teaching & Learning 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Student centered approach 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Our best hopes 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Year 7 – a snapshot 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Teaching and Learning Curriculum

Schoolbox (Learning Management System) 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

LMS – Schoolbox … cont. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Assessment - Rubrics 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Growth Habits Reporting Persistence Engagemen t Personal Responsibility

Extra curricula activities and programs Lots of possibilities and opportunities! 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

CRCNK Sports Program • Physical Education Program • Whole School Events: o Swimming, Athletics and Cross Country • Premier League – one term per year level • SACCSS (Sports Association Catholic Co-educational Secondary Schools) - 13 Schools 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Premier League Sports (Inter-school sports program) Swimming Cricket Athletics Soccer Golf Netball Cross Country Volleyball Tennis Chess Basketball Hockey AFL Boys & Girls Futsal 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Learning Diversity Support Mrs Debbie Kirk-Brittain Learning Diversity Coordinator 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

We need to acknowledge that children with learning problems or disabilities are more like all other children than they are different from them; and while they may have some special needs, their general needs are identical to those of all other children. Westwood, 1997

Support for students prior to starting Year 7 • Transition begins in Term 3 of Year 6 with visits to Primary schools to gather information about students. • Progress Support Meetings are held with parents. • Pre-Orientation Visit – During Term 4 of Year 6, visits are made prior to the official Orientation Day.

Support in Year 7 • For students who struggle with regular classroom expectations their class work is adjusted, as are Assessment Tasks and Semester reports. • Students whose learning/social/emotional needs cannot be met by the regular curriculum will have Personal Learning Plans developed by subject teachers, these will specify term/semester goals. • Classroom support – Learning Support Officers • Program Support Meetings are held each term with Parents. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

This support continues at each year level. In addition we offer: A variety of assessments which can give us information on the individual’s specific needs; these include individual assessments of cognitive ability, literacy and numeracy tests. Skills Plus is offered at Years 8 and 9. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Student Wellbeing Mr John Coshan Deputy Principal - Student Wellbeing 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Student Wellbeing - Structure / Support Principal Deputy Principal – Student Wellbeing Director of Student Services College Psychologist Student Counsellor Student Subject Teachers Homebase Teachers Student Wellbeing Coordinators Connections/Family Connections Learning Diversity Coordinator “Build positive relationships to enhance learning”

New Beginnings and Transitions • Interviews with Year 6 students and parents • Transition Meeting with Year 6 Teacher/students • Transition Information Evening • Orientation Day • First Day of School in Year 7 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Important enrolment information 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Key information • • • Enrolment Policy - Guidelines and Principles Enrolment Criteria Zoning / Outside Zone Enrolment Process Other Considerations 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Some important points to note CRC Federation schools have been established by the Parishes for Catholics living within the College / Parish boundaries (East Keilor, Keilor Downs / Kealba, Airport West / Keilor, and Sydenham/Hillside) 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Order of Priority for offers of enrolment 1. Catholic students residing within the CRCNK zone and attending a Priority Parish Primary School 2. Siblings of current or past CRCNK students 3. Catholic students residing within the CRCNK zone and attending another Catholic primary school 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Order of Priority for offers of enrolment … cont. 4. Catholic students residing within the CRCNK zone and attending a non-Catholic primary school 5. Non-Catholic students residing within the CRCNK zone and attending a priority parish primary school 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Pastoral Consideration 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

CRC North Keilor School Zone Santa Monica Drive, North Keilor Catholic Regional College North Keilor Shared Enrolment Area CRC-NK & CRC-CS An Interactive Map of the School Zone for CRC North Keilor is accessible on the College Website www. crcnk. com. au Click on the Enrolment Tab and select School Zone You will be able to zoom in for a closer view to check if your suburb and the street are in the school zone.

Priority Parish Primary Schools Cana Hillside Emmaus Sydenham St Augustine’s Keilor St Christopher’s Airport West St Mary Mac. Killop Keilor Downs St Peter’s East Keilor Enrolment is NOT automatically granted to students attending these Primary Schools – priority is based on RESIDENTIAL address (living in Zone) AND attending a Priority Parish Primary School 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Other considerations for enrolment 1. Support of Catholic Family values as shown by the acceptance of the Sacraments and attendance at Mass. 2. Parish involvement and Support 3. Support of the Community: School and/or other 4. The present commitment of the family to the College if they already have a student here 5. Other Pastoral factors 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Submission of Application 1. Application for Enrolment Form MUST be signed by BOTH Parents/Guardians and mailed to the College at PO Box 40, Taylors Lakes 3038, marked to the attention of Samantha Beg, Enrolment Officer, or emailed to: office@crcnk. vic. edu. au The requirement to have the Parish Priest sign the application form has been waived during the current COVID-19 restrictions. 2. Application for Enrolment Form MUST be accompanied by TWO documents confirming PROOF of RESIDENTIAL address 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Clarification – Residing in Zone Applies to families currently living in zone Moving into Zone? Must provide evidence of: Commencement of building of Family Residential Home in zone - Or Proof of Purchase of land with the intention to build Family Residential Home in zone - Or Signed documents/paperwork (Lease) for rental of Family Residential Home in zone 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Clarification – NOT Residing in Zone • Will not be Priority 1 -5 for Enrolment regardless of Primary School • If residing in CRC Caroline Springs or CRC St Albans Zone may be directed to apply for enrolment there • If residing on other catholic College Zones may be placed on Waiting List 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Waiting List • Waiting List will apply for applicants not receiving an Offer in Round 1 • Offers to students on Waiting list are made following the advertised Enrolment Criteria • If on Waiting List CRCNK cannot guarantee a position will become available • If on Waiting List families must consider other options for their child’s secondary education 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Partnerships Mr Manny Gambin School Development Officer 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

School community In 2018, Catholic Regional College North Keilor moved towards forming closer and more productive relationships with our key stakeholders, in particular, our Priority Parish Primary Schools. The College offers a variety of activities for current Grade 5 students from local primary schools. 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

After school activities offered to current feeder primary schools • ‘Math-Nastics’ - a 6 week maths skills development program • STEM - Science Tutoring Education & Mentoring – a 6 week program exposing students to life in the lab • Stem Tech - a 4 week hands-on technology class • Girls Only - Soccer for beginners – a girls only Soccer Skills program • Mini Chefs - a 3 week Introduction to Cooking program 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

CRCNK website Parents/Guardians are encouraged to explore the College website: www. crcnk. com. au 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Process • Applications close: Friday 21 August, 2020 - Parish Priest’s recommendation (waived during COVID-19 restrictions) - 2 documents confirming proof of residential address • Offers Posted: Thursday 15 October, 2020 • Offers Accepted: Friday 6 November, 2020 • Unsuccessful Applicants placed on waiting list - If criteria is met • Appeals: To Deputy Chair, College Council 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Frequently Asked Questions 1. Are non-Catholics welcome to apply? Yes 2. If I accept a position at CRCNK does this mean I am automatically enrolled at CRC Sydenham for Years 11 and 12? No – you are required to enrol at CRC Sydenham in Year 9 3. Dual Applications – only 1 offer? Only 1 offer, however criteria will still apply to any College applied for 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Frequently Asked Questions 4. What if I live in the shared zone? You may apply to both CRC colleges, or just one. Check feeder school and other criteria. 5. Any other questions? Please direct all questions regarding enrolment in the first instance to the Enrolment Registrar, Samantha Beg, at enrol@crcnk. vic. edu. au 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” Psalm 145: 9

Please direct all questions regarding enrolment in the first instance to the Enrolment Registrar, Samantha Beg, at enrol@crcnk. vic. edu. au Key contacts at the College: Principal: Tullio Zavattiero Teaching & Learning: Brendan Hallinan Student Wellbeing: John Coshan Additional learning support: Debbie Kirk-Brittain Enrolment process: Samantha Beg Partnerships/Grade 5 activities: Manny Gambin 2020 Year of Compassion “The Lord is good to all; He has compassion. . . ” (Psalm 145: 9)