Year 11 Highlight from Mrs Browne

The Year 11 Preliminary Exams will commence in Week 8, starting on Monday 8 September, and mark an important stage in each student’s academic journey. These exams provide a valuable opportunity to consolidate learning and demonstrate understanding across all subjects before moving into the HSC course. In the lead up to the exam block, it is crucial that students develop and follow a clear study timetable to ensure their revision is balanced and effective. A well-structured timetable helps students to manage their time wisely, prioritise key areas of focus, and reduce stress by spreading out revision rather than leaving it all to the last minute. Maintaining this routine during the exam block itself is equally important, allowing students to remain organised, focused, and prepared for each subject as it arises.

On Thursday, 14 August the NSW Parliament's Regional Roadshow was held at Cessnock for a day focused on engaging high school students from the Hunter region. Deena Clemson a student in Year 11 took part in the day where the event featured a public speaking competition and a youth forum, where students delivered speeches and participated in discussions on important community issues. The roadshow also included a keynote by The Hon. Virginia Bell AC, SC, on the political significance of the NSW Women's Legal Status Act of 1918 and a historical re-enactment, Congratulations Deena on your participation in the event and representing CMCC with such enthusiasm.

Year 12 Highlight from Ms Harrison

Congratulations on finishing Trial Examinations:

We are incredibly proud of the way Year 12 approached their Trial Examinations. Year 12 students received a high level of compliments from supervising staff about their conduct during the exams – a true reflection of their maturity, respect, and commitment at this stage of your journey.

The weeks ahead provide them with a valuable opportunity to strengthen their depth of knowledge, skills, and understanding as they prepare for the HSC. We encourage Year 12 to make the most of the resources available to you, especially the dedicated teaching staff, who are here to support them in achieving their personal goals.

As marks and feedback are returned, Year 12 are asked to seek support – both for your study and your wellbeing. Use this feedback to shape effective study plans and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need guidance.

Finally, remember that all of CMCC stands proudly behind you, our very first graduating McAuley Eagles. You are the trailblazers of the College, and your hard work and perseverance set the path for future students to follow.

Year 12 Mercy Award Winners:

Congratulations to our Term 2 Mercy Award winners

• Jayden Belan (not pictured)
• Destiny Atutahi
• Charlotte Hopkin
• Isabella Sumner
• Stephanie Hallam (not pictured)
• Ryan Breslin (not pictured)

DioSounds Recognition:

Several of our impressive Year 12 students have been recognised for their contribution to DioSounds – their last ever!

• Jacey Ganey
• Logan Miller
• Lincoln Graham (not pictured)

Study Resources:

Year 12 are reminded of the many study and wellbeing resources that are available to them in the OneNote section of the Stage 6 TEAM, including study planners, academic writing support, study tips and wellbeing resources.

Week 10 Activities for Year 12:

The Year 12 Student Leadership team have been busily working on activities for their final week of school. The following themes and activities were selected through a whole year survey.

Monday – Dress up as a teacher + childhood games

Tuesday – Pyjama Day + ‘Anything but a backpack’

Wednesday – Dress as a celebrity + Senior Olympics

Year 12 Upcoming Dates:

Mayoral Academic Scholarship opportunity: