Celebrating a year of growth, partnership, and hope, with our gratitude

As we approach the end of the school year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to every family for the trust you place in our College, and for the countless ways you partner with us to help each young person in our care to flourish. Our mission is to educate each student to their fullest potential within a faith-filled and inclusive community, and this objective truly comes alive through your presence, encouragement and open dialogue with staff. This ideal has formed part of the College’s Annual Action Plan for 2025 and will continue to be an area of focus for us.

This year has been rich in learning, wellbeing and faith experiences. Across classrooms and co-curricular spaces, all our students have experienced commitment from their teachers, who continually embrace high expectations, offer opportunities for leadership, and aim to help your child grow in confidence. Our community has continued to gather for liturgical celebrations and social justice initiatives; senior students deepened reflection and gratitude through retreats and their recent transition programs; and staff continue to apply evidence-informed practice to strengthen engagement, assessment and support under the MACS 2030 Framework and specifically through Vision for Faith, Instruction and Engagement. Our College is vibrant, caring and improvement-focused because the staff care and take up their roles with professionalism and under the ethos of the Ministry of Jesus.

Your child has experienced strategic offerings to enable student voice and agency, in respective Garema camp programs, they have built resilience and teamwork, in wellbeing initiatives that foster respectful relationships they have grown to appreciate their place in a respectful community, and in the everyday kindness that makes our College a welcoming place for all, they have identified how fortunate they are to be members of the community. Thank you for your encouragement, feedback and partnership that help these programs support your child to thrive.

Partnership with families: listening, learning, walking together

A cornerstone of our approach is genuine collaboration with parents and carers. We commit to clear communication, accessible policies and pathways for raising concerns, because student safety, dignity and growth are responsibilities we share. Your insights and participation in information sessions, completion of surveys, attendance at meetings and everyday conversations help to strengthen the culture of care and accountability that surrounds each child.

Our strategic directions also call us to be a community that “dialogues with and celebrates all members as equal partners.” In practice, this happens in our welcoming as we honour and celebrate diversity, when we create more opportunities to come together as a community, and in the creation of richer forums for open dialogue with you. Thank you for engaging so generously in this work throughout the year.

Each day, we strive to live our values of Faith, Acceptance, Compassion and Excellence by being thankful and appreciative, respecting and embracing each person, doing what is right and just, and taking pride in every success. These shared commitments shape our classrooms, our pastoral care and our relationships, and they are the foundation of the hope we hold for each student.

Thank you for the trust you extend to our staff. We remain steadfast in our promise to know each learner, to teach with clarity and compassion, and to provide the structures of prevention, intervention and support that allow all students to grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. As partners in your child’s education, we will keep listening, communicating and working together so that every young person is safe, challenged and inspired.

As we prepare for the new year, we take forward the lessons and joys of this one, with gratitude for our families and confidence in the path ahead. May the holiday season be a time of rest, reunion and renewal for you and your loved ones. We look forward to welcoming you back and continuing our shared mission with energy and hope.

My leadership commitment as Principal of the College is to welcome you to be a part of the educational journey of your child. My door is always open, and I welcome you to please visit me so that I can hear your vision, your concerns, celebrations, consideration and reservations, as I know that our unified effort will bring the best out of the community in meeting the best outcomes for the students.

With thanks and blessings,

Nap Rodezno
College Principal

SACCSS Futsal Tournament

Our College continues to be a strong presence within the SACCSS system, with two teams representing CCCC at a recent Futsal Tournament. 
It was a great day out, with both teams having a mixture of Year 7s and Year 8s in their squad,s and all players displaying good sportspersonship and a real desire to perform well.

The boys performed exceptionally well, reaching the grand final where they unfortunately lost to St Monica’s in extra time golden goal after the game was tied at 4:4 in normal time. An unfortunate ending but the boys were fantastic throughout the tournament.

The girls were competitive in all their games, and while they didn't proceed to the finals, they played exceptionally well and fought to the end!

Overall, a great experience for all students involved. Adrian Josipovic coached the girls team and Tomi Gavran the boys, and we thank them both and all the players for their work in preparing for the tournament.

Multicultural Youth Leadership Conference

Hosted by Endeavour Youth Australia, in partnership with the Victorian Government, the Multicultural Youth Leadership Conference was held at the Melbourne Town Hall earlier in the term. Students heard keynote addresses, attended youth-led panels, participated in interactive workshops on racism and AI, and saw open mic reflections and creative performances. It was a wonderful event, and our students really enjoyed their time!

I just wanted to thank you for the opportunity I was given to participate in the Student Conference yesterday. I enjoyed every single workshop and gained so much insight on dreaming and planning a future that reaches your full potential. My favourite part of the event was listening to the last speaker and filling in the worksheet related to our dreams. I truly believe every student would benefit from an event like this one based on the interested and captivated reactions was I receiving from my classmates as I shared my experience.

Kind Regards,

Zoe A.

Alumni Reunion Night

Our Alumni Reunion Night was held on the 7th of November, and it was amazing to welcome back so many of our previous students! With over 100 attendees from the classes of 1975, 1985, 1995, 2005 and 2015, we heard some amazing stories about the 4Cs of the past! 
Thank you to everyone who attended, we look forward to seeing you at the next one. 

Mr O'Keefe visits the Lady of the Immaculate Conception 

Our own Mr O'Keefe was recently invited by primary school students at the Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Parish Primary to come and give a speech on Australian native birds.

The students, who have been learning about native birds in their classes, had heard that we had our very own expert bird photographer and enthusiast at 4Cs, and were incredibly excited to share what they'd learnt in class, what their favourite birds are, and see some of the incredible photos Mr O'Keefe has taken over the years.

Thank you so much to the primary school for the invitation, to Bernard O'Keefe for sharing all his knowledge, and to all the wonderful students for their enthusiasm!

Excursion to Jetstar

Earlier in the month, three of our Year 10 students, Elise Pasquier, Andre’ Napoli and Mankaran Singh, had the privilege of participating in an Industry Experience Day hosted by Jetstar. During the day, our students heard from a Jetstar pilot, engineer, apprentice, and graduate program employee, who shared insights into their career pathways, daily responsibilities, and what they enjoy most about their roles. A highlight of the experience was visiting the Jetstar hangar and touring one of the aircraft. Unfortunately, we weren't allowed to take many photos inside the facilities, but it was an incredible day and really highlighted all the different career paths available in aviation!

Boys to Noble Men Program

Our Year 7 boys recently attended a special program with Eric Agyeman, who shared his experiences as a young man experiencing hardship, and how he grew from those experiences. The session saw themes of belonging, identity and social media use all discussed, with our boys engaging thoughtfully with the topics and their own wellbeing. 

The room was filled with energy, curiosity, and moments of quiet reflection. It was more than a talk, it was a call to action for our students to be brave, kind, and thoughtful in how they show up in the world.

Think Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Session

Our Christ the King student leaders arranged a Breast Cancer Awareness session during their 'Think Pink' Fundraiser. Students were encouraged to wear some pink on the day, and heard about both ways to keep themselves healthy and from inspiring survivors. 

It was a wonderful initiative, and a really thought-provoking day! Well done to our CTK captains for their work and proposal. 

Christmas Arts and Crafts at CTK

The festive season is upon us!
With students finishing up on the 5th of December, 4Cs Christmas celebrations are well underway.
At CTK our students have created some beautiful pieces of art to celebrate advent, and have decorated with handmade paper decorations strung across the halls!

Year 11 Reflection Day

Our Year 11 students participated in a number of activities for their reflection day in Term 4, aimed at helping smooth their transition to Year 12. Students completed a Life Maze, created envelopes that will be used at their Year 12 retreat, wrote letters to themselves and participated in liturgy and prayers. 

It was a really meaningful day and we hope students will take what they learned and use it to uplift themselves throughout their final year with us!

Year 7 Gardening

Our Year 7 students on both campuses have been hard at work, digging in our garden and providing us with lot's of beautiful flowers! 
The planting was done across multiple days, with students in LM at both sites getting in the garden and planting a range small flowering bushes, which both makes our campuses more appealing and feed our native bees!

Remembrance Day

Each year our College community marks Remembrance day with a small service in LM classes, a moment of silence across the College along with the Last Post, and members of our Junior Leadership attend the local RSL.

This year, Dr Napoleon joined students as they laid a wreath at the local memorial site at Sunshine RSL, remembering those that sacrificed so much for our country.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.

VET Awards

A big congratulations to Noah Aquilina and Mhanna Sabah, who have recieved awards from the Brimbank VET Cluster for their outstanding work in their VET subjects.

Noah Aquilina studied Building & Construction, and Mhanna Sabah studies Furniture Making Pathways.

Congratulations on your hard work!

Christ the King 70 Years Celebrations

In collaboration with christ the King Primary School and The Holy Family Parish Community, our College has been celebrating 70 years of Catholic Education in Braybrook, with Christ the King having been operating in some capacity for that time!
Christ the King students put on a concert for the primary school, leadership attended a special 70 year anniversary service at the Holy Family Parish. On Friday, before our Afternoon of Excellence, the College community will celebrate as a whole in a mass marking the event. 

End of Year Youth Celebration

Maribyrnong Youth Services is excited to host our annual End of Year Youth Celebration for 2025, a celebration of the achievements and recognition of young people in our community.

The End of Year Youth Celebration is about shining a spotlight on young people and their positive contributions they make to Maribyrnong community. We invite you to join in on the celebrations and help spread the word, there will be a DJ, food truck, bedazzling station, candy bar and more!

📅 Event Details:

Date: Friday 28 November

Time:6-9pm

Location: Phoenix Youth Hub – 72 Buckley Street, Footscray 3011

Age: 12-25 years only

REGISTER HERE

Parents and Carers Webinar: Respectful Relationships & e-safety

Brought to you by Maribyrnong Youth Services:

Join Body Safety Australia for an interactive sessions strategies to support young people in the digital space, addressing consent and respectful relationships. The session will provide timely information for parents and carers in preparation for the National social media delay, set to roll out in December.

This free webinar will cover:

· Affirmative consent

· Healthy boundaries in exploring and expressing sexuality

· Challenging misinformation about sex and relationships

· Responsible use of technology and social media

· The role of age and gender in power imbalances

This session is suitable for parents, carers and grandparents of teenagers. Registrations essential – book your free spot here.

Young Creatives Workshop: Become an at-home music producer

Brought to you by Maribyrnong Youth Services:

Join The Push and Maribyrnong Youth Services for a beginner's workshop in producing music! This FREE workshop is an introductory production session that focuses on how to begin the music making process at home.

This workshop will cover:

· Understanding simple audio setups

· Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs)

· Basic mixing concepts.

Key details: Thursday 4 December,

This activity is for young people aged 12-25 who live, study, work or hang out in the City of Maribyrnong (Footscray, Braybrook, Yarraville, Maribyrnong and surrounds).

Registrations essential. Find out more and book your spot.

Game On Footscray!

Brought to you by Maribyrnong Youth Services:

We’re bringing the community together to celebrate the relaunch of Maddern Square from 3-6pm on Friday 28 November.

Join us for Game On, Footscray! - a free afternoon of connection, basketball, music and food in the heart of Footscray.

Check out bold new artwork by Olana Janfa, hit the court or the skate zone, and enjoy the energy of Footscray’s newest hangout.

Don't forget to bring some heat to your tote with the free tote bag printing marquee brought to you by Maribyrnong Youth Services and Amplify. Whether it’s bold paint, sharp stencils, or chill embroidery - this is your space to flex your style and walk away with a special gift.

Loving God,

During this month of November, we pause to remember all souls, those we have loved and those who have gone before us into eternal life.

May the memory of their lives inspire us to live with faith, kindness, and gratitude.
We thank You for their example and the ways they have shaped who we are.

At this time, we also give thanks for the end of another semester and for the effort and perseverance shown throughout the exam period.
Bless our students with peace after their hard work, and bless our teachers and families who have supported them along the way.

May this season of remembrance also be a season of hope,
reminding us that Your love is stronger than death,
and that Your light continues to guide us through every ending and new beginning.

We ask this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.