Churchill Avenue News

I extend a heartfelt welcome back to all students and their families within the Caroline Chisholm Catholic College community as we embark on the 2024 School Year. A warm greeting is particularly extended to our new students and their families, including approximately 300 Year 7 students and 30 individuals across other year levels, as they commence their educational journey at CCCC. I trust that all students enjoyed a restful break and are now ready to embrace the challenges that the upcoming school year holds.

Over the break, we shared the news that our Principal, Robert Brennan, is presently on leave, undergoing treatment for Cancer. During this time, he has remained in our collective thoughts and prayers as we wish him strength for his recovery. In his absence, the college community stands united, ready to support one another and maintain the positive and nurturing environment that defines our College.

Despite the challenges posed by Mr. Brennan's absence, as Acting Principal, I am committed to ensuring the seamless continuation of our academic and extracurricular activities. Caroline Chisholm Catholic College remains steadfast in its dedication to providing the highest quality education to allow students to reach their full potential. As we navigate this period, let us draw inspiration from the enduring values of the Catholic Sacred Heart charism, emphasising compassion, love, and resilience.

As we embark on the new year, I would like to take a moment to briefly reflect on and celebrate the VCE results of 2023. While we will officially recognise the class of 2023, especially the accomplished students, during our Top 20 Assembly on Thursday, February 15th, it is important to highlight some particularly pleasing aspects of the past academic year. Isabella Mancewicz emerged as the Dux for the year, securing an outstanding score of 97.3, while Quan Cao earned the title of Proxime Accessit with an impressive score of 97.25. Notably, the elevation of our median study score from 29 to 30 marks the third consecutive year of improvement, a milestone that fills us with pride.

The college extends sincere congratulations to all our students for their remarkable results and wishes them success as they transition to the next stage of their lives. Additionally, we commend all schools, particularly our fellow Catholic institutions, for their noteworthy achievements and outstanding efforts in guiding their students toward success.

Today, the College will celebrate the opening school mass, formally welcoming in the new school year. Our celebrations will include the welcoming ceremony for new staff and students, with the presentation of a College and house badge to all Year 7 students. We will also induct the 2023 College leaders. It will be a wonderful gathering full of pomp and ceremony, reflecting the strength and unity of our college community. As we embrace this new academic year, let us carry forward the spirit of the Catholic Sacred Heart charism, ensuring that it will be "business as usual" at Caroline Chisholm Catholic College.