Newsletter

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
SMMC 50 TH CELEBRATION BOOKINGS
SMMC 50 th Celebration Bookings for 3 rd & 4 th May - close 19 th April 2013
Meet & Greet, Light Lunch and Celebration Dinner
COLLEGE LEADERSHIP TEAM
SMMC UNIFORM POLICY
Our uniform policy is founded on inclusivity. To this
end we have rules and regulations that ensure that
students are not excluded on the basis of their
access to resources. So it is timely, as we head
toward the end of term, that reminders about
earrings and hemlines are noted. What is and is not
acceptable is clearly demonstrated in the pictures
below and again this ensures that simple
inexpensive jewellery is worn. Likewise the modesty
of a hemline that brushes the knee contrasts the
mid-thigh dresses we are seeing at the moment.
Your daughter may be issued with a Uniform Notice
(pink slip) as pictured and this will be advice that a
amendments to the uniform need to be made.
We therefore ask that parents take the opportunity
to support this policy by lowering hemlines over the
holidays, and ensuring that your daughters do not
leave home with rings on their fingers and bells on
their toes.
As we approach Open Day it is important to
remember that our school uniform and those that
wear it are our brand in the community, so it should
all be worn appropriately and proudly after school
hours too.
Again thank you for your continued support and
cooperation.
Catherine Whittaker – Deputy Principal Pastoral Care
cwhittaker@smmc.catholic.edu.au
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YEARS 11/12 EXAMS
Years 11/12 students have received copies of their exam schedule for next week. A copy can also be found on
our Website http://www.smmc.catholic.edu.au/curriculum/assessment-calendar
Students should ensure that they are at the Exam venue at least 10 minutes before the start of the exam and
to have the correct materials for the exam. Students need to be in their correct School Uniform for Exams
(some practical exams will require students to wear their Sports Uniform) or if studying at school. There is a
supervised study area (Library-4) provided for students, however Year 11/12 students need only be at school
for their exams.
If a student is sick and cannot do an exam, she will need to present a Doctor’s Certificate to me. If feasible, I
will make alternate assessment arrangements. Please also ring the school on the morning of the exam to let
the teacher know if someone is sick and cannot do the exam.
John Rea - Deputy Principal
jrea@smmc.catholic.edu.au
YEAR 11 STUDENT TO ATTEND MOVERS & SHAKERS
This year over the Easter holidays, Year 11 student, Sharni Jayawardhana will travel to Toowoomba to attend
Movers & Shakers, a week-long Christian Leadership training programme for youth and young adults aged 16-
19 years.
Through participation in the programme, students develop leadership skills and build self-confidence. The
program has been developed to be as experiential as possible. The young people will share in small groups and
will be challenged to work together in problem solving situations.
We wish Sharni all the best and look forward to her sharing her experiences when she returns.
Collette Brickhill - APRE
PASTORAL TEAM & COUNSELLING
NEWS FROM THE COUNSELLORS
Tips for Improving Your Concentration
• Take short breaks – divide your work into one - hour segments, with a 5–10 minute break between
tasks. This short break will allow your mind to rest before focusing again.
• Do your hardest tasks when you're most alert – This will help you maximize your concentration.
• Promise yourself a reward – For instance, make a rule that if you focus intensively for 45 minutes
on one task, you can take a break. Little "self-rewards" can often be great motivators.
•Ask someone else to check up on you. Peer pressure works! Make sure they are suitable bossy.
•Identify the unpleasant consequences of NOT doing the task.
Marijke Keller SMMC College Counsellor
counsellor@smmc.catholic.edu.au
END OF TERM 1 REPORTS
End of Term 1 Reports will be posted out to families. You can expect to receive your Report during the first week of the school
holidays. If you would like to have your mail redirected, please let the Office know by emailing the College
smmc@smmc.catholic.edu.au by Wednesday 27 th March.
Lynette Cooper – Principal’s Secretary
lcooper@smmc.catholic.edu.au
PARENT HELP FOR OPEN DAY
Friday 22 nd March 3pm – 6pm - Help needed!
The Parents and Friends association is running a BBQ and drinks stall at the school open day on 22 nd March.
We are calling for parents who can spare some time to help run the BBQ or sell drinks sometime between 3pm
and 6pm. If you are free for half an hour or an hour during that time and would like to be put on the roster
could you please contact Maree Corkeron (email mcorkeron@westnet.com.au or text or phone 0427 345 008)
with your name, contact details and preferred time. We will confirm the time with you once the roster is
complete.
Maree Corkeron – P & F Committee
0427 345 008 (m)
mcorkeron@westnet.com.au

SMMC OPEN DAY 2013
Friday 22 nd March - 3.15pm - 6.00pm
Roll up, Roll up! Open Day 2013, is not only going to be
a day when our school simply sparkles with pride as we
showcase our very best for prospective parents.
Open Day 2013 will be a celebration of our whole
school community, both academic and non-curricula
offerings, that continue to make SMMC a wonderful
school for girls, 50 years on from when it was first
established.
We would like to invite current families, and past
students to attend our Open Day this year.
Enjoy wandering about the classroom displays, listening
to the choir, the musical ensemble performances in the
marquee, or a cappuccino and cake in the hospitality
centre.
Dance and Drama will have performances non-stop
throughout the afternoon, while the MPF will boom with
the action of the sports elite.
The P & F will host a family BBQ, which will be enable
you to feed the crew before heading home to watch
Friday night footy.
So join us on Friday 22 nd March
3.15pm - 6.00pm
St Margaret Mary's College Open Day 2013
50 years
Honouring the Past, Forging the Future.

STUDENTS ‘EGG-CITED’ TO HELP
The true Maggies spirit has shone yet again, with a very large collection of Easter bunnies, eggs and bilbies
being donated for the annual Vinnies Easter appeal. For three weeks, eggs and bunnies of all shapes and sizes
have been accumulating in my office and this week we had the great pleasure of handing them over to the
senior St Vincent de Paul Society conferences, and in particular, our own St Mary Mackillop Parish conference.
The ‘goodies’ are distributed to the families they assist. Many thanks to all who made a donation this year and
I know that there are many, many children who will receive a surprise come Easter Sunday because of your
generosity.
Ms Collette Brickhill - Co-ordinator Teen Vinnies
cbrickhill@smmc.catholic.edu.au
Eleanor Meaney & Chelsea Purcell
MESSAGES ABOUT SMMC CLOSURE & CANCELLATION OF EVENTS
If the College has to be closed because of weather or some other reason, this will be broadcast on ABC radio.
Normally all Catholic and State schools follow the same decision based on advice on weather, roads and water
levels. Any early closures will be notified on radio as well.
Parents may find that their own circumstances do not allow them to send their children to school, because of
flooding or the risk of floods. Please contact the school in the normal way. Whatever the reasons for students
missing school for legitimate causes, teachers always assist and if necessary modify work demands for
students.

ST MARGARET MARY’S COLLEGE
50th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE BOOK
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SPORTS NEWS
TERM 1 INTERSCHOOL SPORT
Term 1 Block Sport finishes this week. We thank all of the staff that gave up their time to coach teams and
make term 1 sport such a wonderful success. Well done to all students who participated throughout the term.
Great Maggies spirit was shown by all.
Term 2 Block Sport commences in Week 3 next term. Nominations for all of the sports on offer occurred last
Friday at the College. All forms and money are due back on Wednesday 27 th March. We look forward to
another successful term of sport in term 2.
The results from the second last week of competition are as follows:
YEAR 8 BASKETBALL SMMC 1:Unortunately, the team did not have a game this week because WRSHS
had to forfeit. The girls have been undefeated all season and look forward to
their last game against Annandale CC.
SMMC 2 had the bye this week.
U/15 NETBALL (A) In our last game for the season, SMMC once again travelled to Kirwan. With
several team members unable to play, Year 8 students Rebecca Sleigh,
Brooke Valinoti and Ashleigh Moser stepped up to A Division, and all three
played magnificently. SMMC took the game out to an early lead, and dominated
Kirwan 2, winning 24-2. Thanks for a fantastic season girls - you all showed
fantastic Maggie's spirit and were a pleasure to work with! Ms James
U/15 NETBALL (B) SMMC 1: The girls had a narrow loss to St Anthony’s this week. The game was
played in magnificent spirit.
OPEN WATERPOLO
SMMC 2: On Wednesday 13 March, under 15 B2 defeated Thuringowa 18-13.
The girls showed determination and skill to move the ball down the court and
hold possession for the majority of the game. Well done girls!
SMMC 3: The side played Heatley SHS this week and had a very narrow loss.
Special mention to Tamara Hussey for on court determination and commitment
in multiple positions. Well played girls!
SMMC 4 had the Bye this week
The SMMC waterpolo girls played against Pimlico’s waterpolo team this week,
which resulted in a triumphant 6-3 win. The girls worked great as a team and
big congratulations to our two grade eight girls, Siena Braddick and Caitlyn
Heyer, who were the outstanding players in the game this week. A Big Thanks
to those girls who have volunteered to play our LAST game of this terms
waterpolo season. For those who are working at the SMMC Open Day, it was a
great season girls, I hope you enjoyed it. Our last game is on Friday the 22 nd of
March at 4.45pm. Lets go all out, girls
By: Veronica van Mierlo (Waterpolo Captain)
TOWNSVILLE FUTSAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
The College has 4 Futsal teams in the upcoming Townsville School’s Championships. The day will see 1 under
14 side, 2 under 16 sides and 1 open side compete. We wish the girls the best of luck on Tuesday 19 March.
TOWNSVILLE HOCKEY AND NETBALL TRIALS
Congratulations to the following girls who have gained selection in the Townsville Schoolgirls Hockey Squad:
Kim Berryman
Rachelle Knack
Corrine Knack
Holley Morton
Ashleigh Hardy
Congratulations to Kim Berryman, Corrine Knack, Holley Morton who have been selected in the NQ Squad.
Congratulations to the following girls who have gained selection in the Townsville Schoolgirls Netball Squads:
Codee Kersh
Chloe Cooper
Ashleigh Moser
Rebecca Sleigh
Samantha Taifalos
Katie Gould
Kasey Walters
Georgia Bulley
We wish the girls the best of luck in the upcoming NQ trials

YEAR 8 STUDENT SHAVES FOR A CURE
Last Friday Year 8 student Abbey Bowe had a haircut,
witnessed by about 200 girls. No ordinary trim but Abbey's
long and wavy locks were taken off at the scalp for a very
good cause. Abbey's hair will be used to make a wig for
someone undergoing cancer treatment. Her brave
endeavour was in support of the Leukaemia Foundations
"Shave for a Cure" campaign, which runs at this time in
our community. Abbey has sought the support of many
students who have pledged donations for her brave act.
We congratulate Abbey and remind people who have
pledged donations to meet this obligation as soon as
possible so that Abbey can forward her fundraising efforts
on to where they can do most good.
Catherine Whittaker – Deputy Principal Pastroal Care
cwhittaker@smmc.catholic.edu.au

BELLA VOCE HARMONY DAY PERFORMANCE
Bella Voce were once again called upon to perform at the Harmony Day concert organized by the Townsville Multicultural
Support Group at the Museum of Tropical Qld. A small group from the choir were in attendance on Saturday along with the Mrs
Beams, Miss Beams and Ms Sheriff. Thanks to the girls and teachers who represented the College.
Harmony Day concert: College Leader for Performing Arts, Kelly Wilson, Teacher Miss Alice Beams and Year 12
Student Claudia Oram
2013 SMMC CALENDAR DATES
WEEK 8 Fri 22/03/2013 OPEN DAY – 3.15pm – 6pm
WEEK 9 Mon 25/03/2013 Yr 11 & Yr12 Exams
Tues 26/03/2013 Yr 11 & Yr12 Exams
Wed 27/03/2013 Yr 11 & Yr12 Exams
Thurs 28/03/2013 Easter Liturgy
Thurs 28/03/2013 Yr 11 & Yr12 Exams
Thurs 28/03/2013 End of Term 1
Mon 15/04/2013 START TERM 2

UNIFORM SHOP ROSTER
The College Uniform Shop is open
Tuesday 8am – 9am and 12pm – 2pm
Thursday 12pm – 2pm
Roster volunteers required from 12.30pm to 1.30pm.
Thurs 21 st Mar Virginia Whitby
Tues 26 th Mar Lisa Saunders
Thurs 28 th Mar Volunteers Required
BINGO ROSTER – 11.45pm - 2.00pm
If you have any queries regarding your roster, please contact
Kristine Browne 4729 1954. If you are unavailable at short
notice on Sunday, please phone Abbey at the Hall on 4796
0255 after 10.30am.
Group
9
24/3/13 Ray Palma, Val Browning, Kerry
& John Garbutt, Anthony
Meekin, Kym McIntyre, Susan
Brennan, Fiona Keyes
TUCKSHOP ROSTER
Wednesday 20 th March
J Hinchliff
Thursday 21 st March
Kaylene Melloy
Friday 22 nd March
Denise Rafaldi
Monday 25 th March
Antonella Nobble
Tuesday 26 th March
Doreen Hararty
Wednesday 27 th March
Annette Leicht
Thursday 28 th March
Marcia Jones
Friday 29 th March
Denise Raffaldi
ST MARY MacKILLOP PARISH MASS TIMES
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, Ross River Road
Mon 5.30pm – Wed & Fri 6.30am
Sat 6.00pm Vigil - Sun 8.00am
Reconciliation - Mon 6.00 – 6.30pm, Sat 4.15pm – 5.15pm
VILLA VINCENT CHAPEL
Mon to Sat 9.00am
Sun 9.30am
Reconciliation - Sat 9.30am to 10.30am
COMMUNITY
ANNOUNCEMENTS
NETBALL PLAYERS REQUIRED
Curra Swans Netball Club are seeking girls turning 12
& 13 years to this season. If you are interested
please contact Traceylee Carlin 043 402 511
TOWNSVILLE CATHOLIC
DEBUTANTE BALL
Please be advised that we will not be holding a
Townsville Catholic Debutante Ball in 2013.We are
anticipating having a Ball in 2014 and it will be open
to Debutantes from 16 – 25. If you wish to register
your interest for the 2014 Deb Ball, please do so by
contacting Erin Jones on 4726 3235 or
ejones@tsv.catholic.org.au. We will then be able to
keep you informed as to the status of the
preparations. If you have already made enquiries,
but still want to register your interest, please contact
Erin.
SMMC EXCURSIONS
DATE
EXCURSION
Tues 19 th Mar Yr 12 Pre-Voc Maths – Spotlight
Thurs 18 th April Yr11 & Yr12 Legal Studies
Tues 23 rd Apr Yr 11 Geography – Reef HQ
Tues 7 th May Yr11 Dance - Workshop
Thurs 9 th May Yr12 Dance - Workshop
Tues 14 th May Yr11 Dance – Workshop
Thurs 16 th May Yr 12 Dane - Workshop
Tues 30 th July Yr 12 Hospitality – The Saltcellar
Bookings close 19 th April 2013
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19 March 2013
50 th Anniversary News Update No. 3
50 th Anniversary Weekend Celebrations – May 3 and 4
We would like to once again extend an invitation to any of our planned events this year. If you have not
already booked for the functions in May and would like to, use the following link:
www.smmc.catholic.edu.au/50-anniversary. Should you not have internet access, please contact the
school on (07) 4726 4900 to purchase tickets.
If you would like any more information on any of the above, please email us at
celebrating50years@smmc.catholic.edu.au.
PLEASE NOTE: TICKETS CLOSE FOR ALL OF THE WEEKEND EVENTS ON
19 APRIL, 2013.
IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO VIA THE ONLINE BOOKING,
PLEASE ADVISE THE COLLEGE OF ANY DIETARY REQUIREMENTS YOU
MAY HAVE FOR THE EVENTS
We would very much appreciate you helping to spread the word of the planned celebrations for the
College this year. Please pass this on to friends and relatives and in particular, the above email address
so we can add them to our database.
International Women’s Day
St Margaret Mary’s celebrated International Women’s Day
with a full college assembly, special guests and ABC Radio
Journalist Paula Tapiolas as interviewer. It was a wonderful
insight into how things have changed for women over the last
50 years.
Past and Present SMMC Staff
For all past and present SMMC Staff, please save the 13 th July 2013 for a Dinner Dance Reunion. All
welcome to attend. Venue is Townsville RSL. Cost $50. Please phone Leonora on 47264900 to register
or email smmc@smmc.catholic.edu.au. Numbers are limited.

The Catholic Leader and Townsville Bulletin
St Margaret Mary’s will have a special commemorative lift out in the Townsville Bulletin on Wednesday
20 March and The Catholic Leader on Sunday 24 March 2013 for those interested in reading some of the
very special articles that have been compiled for the editions.
Special Requests for particular years
Particular years are taking the opportunity to hold their own “reunions/get togethers”. If you graduated in
these years, please contact the following persons:-
1978 Elizabeth Rigby (nee Carey) email: rigbyhugh@bigpond.com
1980 Anne-Maree McInerney email: amh@moss.org.au
1997 Peta Thomson (nee Wacura) email: dan_pete@bigpond.net.au
50 th Anniversary Merchandise
The College will have special 50 th Anniversary commemorative merchandise for sale, particularly for the
Celebration weekend in May.
A 50 Years Commemorative Book is now available for purchase.
www.smmc.catholic.edu.au/50-anniversary, during the Celebration weekend in May or
through the school office on (07) 47264900. It will also be available to purchase at Open
Day on 22 nd March 2013.
Price $35.00
(+ $10.00 postage if required)
Cath Meharry print (available for purchase at the beginning of Term 2) Price
$25.00
(+ postage if required)
Vanilla Scented candles gift boxed Large Price $15.00
Small Price $10.00
Round compact travel mirror with a brushed aluminium finish. Price $15.00
St Margaret Mary’s 50 th Anniversary special edition key rings available for purchase on our celebration
weekend. Price $10.00