College Street News | Issue 6, 2026

Lord and Teacher,
Bless Catholic Regional College, Caroline Springs
as we seek to end our term
with the grace you so generously provide. 

We give thanks for the students
Staff and their families
and all who have contributed
to this term of nurturing and growth.

We affirm all the positive moments,
of insight, of the excitement of learning,
of accomplishment, of creativity,
of laughter, of a sense of community.

We recognize the times of struggle,
of difficult work, of misunderstanding,
even of failure - we give these
to you for transformation,
so they can become seeds
that will find fertile soil.

May we take with us
the knowledge that 
you will keep us all
in your embrace so
we may rest and be restored
and so we can continue in
the ongoing discovery
of your Love. 

Author Unknown
adapted from a prayer on jesuitresource@xavier.education

As we reach the end of Semester One, I would like to take a moment to celebrate the many achievements, opportunities, and experiences that have enriched life at Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs.

This semester has been marked by strong student engagement across all aspects of College life. From academic support programs and co-curricular activities to sporting competitions, leadership opportunities, faith formation, and social justice initiatives, our students have embraced opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to our community.

A particular highlight has been the way our students have lived our College motto, Live Fully Act Justly. Through their commitment to serving others, supporting charitable causes, and actively participating in initiatives that promote justice and compassion, they have demonstrated the values that sit at the heart of our Catholic identity.

Our faith life has also continued to flourish through College liturgies, Friday morning Masses, faith formation opportunities, and the many ways students have engaged in prayer, reflection, and service throughout the semester.

As we look ahead, excitement is building for our College production of The Little Mermaid. Our students and staff have been working tirelessly in rehearsals, and the dedication, talent, and enthusiasm on display have been outstanding. I have no doubt the performances will be spectacular, and I encourage our community to come along and support what promises to be an amazing show.

I would like to sincerely thank our staff for their dedication, professionalism, and care, and our parents and carers for their ongoing partnership and support. Together, we continue to create a community where students are challenged to achieve their best, encouraged to grow in faith, and inspired to make a positive difference in the world.

As we begin the holiday break, I wish all members of our College community a safe, restful, and renewing time with family and friends.

Please see my Principal's Video Message below for further reflections on Semester One and an update on College life.

Term 3 Student Free Day Monday 13 July

Please note that Monday 13 July will be a staff Faith Development Day (student free day). Students will return to the college on Tuesday 14 July. Please place this student free day date into your calendar.

What began as a dream to recreate the energy and spirit of the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) became a reality on Friday 12 June, when 70 students gathered after school for the inaugural Sacred Heart Fiesta.

Inspired by their experience at ACYF last December, a group of Year 10 students came together at the beginning of Term 2 with a vision: to recreate ACYF at Catholic Regional College, Caroline Springs, for our students to encounter the joy of faith in a fun, authentic and student-led way. That vision quickly grew into a team of 20 students who planned, prepared and ran the entire event.

The Sacred Heart Fiesta was alive with energy from start to finish. Live music filled the space, a Year 8 student bravely shared how Jesus has transformed their life and a Year 9 student challenged their peers to live out their faith boldly in today's world.

Students also enjoyed food and drinks, a range of interactive stalls and activities, including arts and crafts, a photo booth with the Pope, scripture origami, games, worship music, and more. More than just a fun afternoon, the Fiesta gave students an opportunity to experience the joy of celebrating their faith together.

The impact of the event was evident in the experience from those who attended.

A Year 10 student shared:
'The faith is truly alive in this room, and I can feel it and see it around me. I had been drifting away from God over the past few years, but this event makes me want to come back and pray again. I can see the joy around me.'

Another student reflected:
'I have gone to church over the years and have always been interested in going to youth group but never went. This event makes me want to go.'

The success of the Sacred Heart Fiesta is a testament to the faith, creativity and leadership of our students. Through their efforts, they created a space where young people could encounter Christ, build community and celebrate the gift of faith together 'For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them' (Mt 18:20).

We are excited for the future of Campus Ministry and look forward to seeing how God continues to work through the gifts, talents and dreams of our young people.

Proclaiming Jesus’ True Presence through the heart of the city

Corpus Christi is a feast in the Catholic Church that celebrates our belief in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Corpus Christi is Latin for 'Body of Christ,' and this mystery is highlighted annually through Eucharistic Processions held in many parts of the world. During these processions, the Blessed Sacrament is carried through the streets in public prayer and worship, as the faithful walk together with Christ.

This year in Melbourne, approximately 5,000 people participated in the procession from St Patrick’s Cathedral to Federation Square. It was a beautiful and powerful expression of faith, as the Church publicly proclaimed and worshipped Jesus in the heart of the city.

The feast itself was established in the Church calendar nearly eight hundred years ago following a Eucharistic miracle experienced by a priest who was struggling with doubts about Christ’s presence in the Eucharist. While celebrating Mass, the Sacred Host began to bleed onto the altar. The stained altar linens are still preserved and displayed in Bolsena, Italy. This miracle is one of many Eucharistic miracles recorded throughout history, all pointing to the reality of the Real Presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.

This year marked the first time Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs, joined the procession. As the only MACS Catholic secondary school present, it was both encouraging and inspiring to witness our students taking part, not only representing the school, but also the young Church. It is hoped that their witness will encourage other school communities to participate in future processions.

Below are testimonials from two of our students who attended the event:

“I really enjoyed the day because it helped me to feel God's presence and love. I felt calm and peaceful throughout the walk and I feel more connected to the Lord. It gave me a sense belonging and community.”
(Mikayla J 7CO)

“The Corpus Christi procession was very exciting and exposed me to new parts of Catholicism that I hadn't heard before. The story of how Corpus Christi came to be officially recognised that was told to us on the bus to the city was very intriguing and a beautiful reminder of Jesus' presence in our modern world. Our experience was truly amazing and it was wonderful to see such a large community of people walking for Jesus, both from our school and the public.”
(Best N 10 BU)

Semester One Reports will be released via SEQTA Engage (for parents and carers) and SEQTA Learn (for students) after 4:00pm on Friday 17 July.

Semester Reports are designed to provide students, parents and carers with a clear and concise picture of a student’s level of achievement throughout the semester.

The Overall Result feature is designed to provide students and parents/carers with an overall indication of how the student has performed across all assessments and exams. This result is displayed as both a percentage score out of 100 and a corresponding grade, based on our newly introduced College Grade Scale.

When looking at the Learning Area Achievement section of the Semester Report please note the following:

• the unshaded dot represents the last Semester One Report progress
• the shaded dot represents the current Report progress
• the shaded band indicates the expected achievement for the student at this point in time
• the unshaded dot will not appear if the Learning Area Achievement was not assessed in the previous Semester One reporting cycle

The work habits on the Semester One Report are described in greater detail below:

Demonstrates academic improvement

• Responds to questioning in class
• Completes all coursework
• Demonstrates growth in class tasks and assessments

Applies effort

• Attempts all tasks
• Maintains attention in class
• Participates in class
• Cooperates and collaborates in class

Manages personal learning

• Punctuality
• Brings correct materials to class
• Organisation
• Satisfactory completion of set homework in a timely manner
• Seeks teacher support as required

Demonstrates appropriate behaviours

• Works respectfully with peers and teachers
• Respects Self, Others and our Environment

Following the release of Semester One Reports, if you have any questions about the report or your child's progress, please contact your child’s subject teacher.

In collaboration with GJ Productions, Catholic Regional College Caroline Springs is proud to announce that tickets for our 2026 College Production are now on sale!

Dive under the sea with us for this year’s spectacular College Production of The Little Mermaid! Our talented students have been working tirelessly to bring this magical story to life, and we are so excited to share their incredible performances with our College Community.

Show Dates:

• Thursday 23 July – 7:30pm (Opening Night)
• Friday 24 July – 7:30pm
• Saturday 25 July – 2:00pm (Matinee)
• Saturday 25 July – 7:30pm (Closing Night)

Tickets:
Book now via TryBooking: https://www.trybooking.com/DKVHI

We cannot wait to share the wonderful talent, energy, and passion of our students with you. Be sure to secure your tickets and join us for a magical journey under the sea!

What a win! In front of a crowd of very loud and enthusiastic supporting parents at the Caroline Springs Leisure Centre, our Year 7 girls Volleyball team fought their way from a set down to come back from behind and take out the 2026 SACCSS Div 2 Premiership against a very strong and determined CRC St Albans team.

Our team had made it to the finals series in third place after the home and away games and began our finals campaign with an impressive win over Emmanuel College in the semi-final two sets to one. The grand final was always going to be a tough battle against CRC St Albans, the top team in the competition. The first set could have gone either way, but St Albans took it out 25-22 in a nerve-wracking game.

After an analysis of the first game and focusing on our strengths, the game plan changed and our girls caught the opposition by surprise winning 25-13. Another convincing start to the final game saw us in front on the scoreboard before St Albans got into some dynamic serving efforts, almost catching our lead. However, the composure of our girls to keep it together, with consistent serving and some amazing teamwork to save almost impossible returns. regained enough of a margin to get over the line winning the final set 25-22 and winning the pennant. 

Coach Manning was clearly excited for the girls who had worked so hard throughout the competition, improving their skills to meet the demands of the final’s games. The enthusiasm and cohesion within the group was a huge factor in how well the girls were able to improve so much.

After the match, all our players were awarded premiership medals and were proud to bring the premiership pennant back to present to Mr Madigan.

Our Year 7 students recently participated in their first Faith Formation Day, an important part in the journey as members of our College community. Our Faith Formation Days provide students with meaningful opportunities to encounter Jesus in engaging, contemplative and interactive ways. Central to the day was an exploration of our College Pillars (Prayer, Stewardship, Learning and Compassion) which guide us in living out our motto, Live Fully Act Justly. These pillars are more than simply words they are values that call us to action and shape the way we learn, pray, serve, and care for others each day. Through a range of activities and experiences, students were encouraged to reflect on how they can actively live these values in their own lives. Two of our Year 7 students share their reflections of the day:

On Monday and Wednesday, the Year 7 students participated in their Faith Formation Day. It was a wonderful experience that helped us learn more about our College Pillars: Prayer, Compassion, Stewardship, and Learning.

During the Prayer session, we learned how to pray the Rosary. As part of the activity, each student had the opportunity to place a candle on the ground to help create a large Rosary, making the experience both meaningful and memorable.

In the Compassion session, we decorated bags that will be used to hold the personal belongings of people receiving palliative care, allowing these items to be returned to their families in a thoughtful and dignified way.

During the Stewardship session, we played games such as 'Would You Rather?' and discussed how simple acts, such as acknowledging someone or showing kindness, can positively impact a person’s day and change how they see the world.

Finally, in the Learning session, we explored how God guides us, much like a lighthouse guides ships safely through the darkness. We also experienced a different form of prayer through singing and reflection.

Overall, it was a fantastic day that gave the Year 7 students a deeper understanding of our College Pillars and how they can be lived out in everyday life.

Chloe B, 7 Naarm

Faith Formation Day was both an enjoyable and educational experience for the Year 7 community. Throughout the day, we learned about our College Pillars: Prayer, Stewardship, Learning, and Compassion. We rotated through four different activities that helped strengthen our faith and deepen our understanding of these important values.

First, we participated in games such as “Would You Rather?” and a scavenger hunt in the Performing Arts Centre (PAC). During this session, Ezekiel spoke to us about stewardship and taught us that it is about caring for others and looking after the world around us.

Next, we sang and danced to songs such as 'My Lighthouse' and listened to stories about how giving Jesus a second chance can transform people’s lives. This helped us reflect on the importance of faith and trust in God.

After recess, we were privileged to spend time in the church, where we took turns praying the Hail Mary as part of the Rosary. This was a meaningful opportunity to grow in prayer and connect with our faith.

Finally, we decorated bags that will be used to hold the belongings of people receiving palliative care, allowing these items to be returned to their families with dignity and compassion. As we completed this activity, we kept those who are suffering and grieving in our thoughts and prayers.

Overall, Faith Formation Day was a wonderful experience that allowed us to learn, pray, reflect, and show compassion. It was a memorable day that helped us better understand and live out our College Pillars.

Jaylani F, 7 Kororoit

On Tuesday 9 June, 46 of our year nine and ten Italian students participated in the annual Dante Alighieri Italian Poetry Competition. To represent our school among over 2500 students from across Victoria, the students were required to learn an Italian poem and recite it in front of a judge at the University of Melbourne.

This day out aimed to provide students with Italian cultural experiences and so we also enjoyed a pizza lunch together at Café Corretto and a visit to Brunetti to enjoy some delicious Italian sweets. This was such a great day that was enjoyed by students and staff!

We have been notified that four of our year nine students have progressed to the finals of the competition! Arsema Tesfay, Ava Lo Guarro, Havana Jacobson and Sophie Rodriguez have been selected to return to the University and recite their poems again among only 150 students across Victoria who have progressed to the finals. What an achievement!

Our students recited their poems with great effort and skill in spoken Italian. It was wonderful to see the effort that went into these poetry recitals and for the calibre of our Italian students to be showcased amongst so many talented students across the state. Congratulations to Arsema, Ava, Havana and Sophie and all of the students who participated!

Our Year 7 Visual Communication Design students recently completed an exciting design project, creating their own unique phone cover designs. Throughout the unit, students explored the design process, developed their creative thinking, and learned how to communicate ideas through visual design.

After carefully refining their concepts, a selection of outstanding designs from each class were chosen by a panel of Art teachers to be professionally printed onto real phone cases. These students demonstrated exceptional creativity, attention to detail, and a willingness to challenge themselves throughout the project.

Congratulations to our selected students:

7CO: Aaron A and Mikayla J
7KU: Selene N and Ethan S
7BA: Ben S and Candice H
7NA: Carolina A and Jackson G
7MK: Karl K and Andrea L
7WU: Sienna S and Julian B

Well done to all Year 7 students for their enthusiasm and effort during this project. We look forward to seeing many more creative designs throughout the year!

2026 School Fees

The 2026 School Fee Schedule and Fee Payment are available on the College website (College Tuition Fee – CRC Caroline Springs) for your convenience.

Families are reminded that school fees must be paid in instalments as outlined in the Fee Payment Agreement, unless alternative arrangements have been approved by the College Business Manager.

If you have not yet returned the signed Fee Payment Agreement, we kindly ask that you do so as soon as possible, as fee payments for 2026 have now commenced.

The BPAY payment option is now available. Please refer to your monthly statement for the relevant BPAY details.

If you have recently changed your home address or email details, please notify the College to ensure our records remain up to date.

CSEF 2026 – Current Health Care Card Holders

Applications for the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) for 2026 has now closed.