The NMR Athletics Carnival, held at Meadowglen Athletics Track in Epping on 9 September, was a successful day despite recording our lowest attendance in many years, with approximately 22 students participating. Unfortunately, several students were unable to attend at the last minute due to unforeseen circumstances.
While the cold and windy conditions presented an additional challenge, they did not stop a number of our students from achieving outstanding results and earning medals. All participants experienced a higher level of competition, which provided valuable insight into the standards required at this level. For many, it was an eye-opening experience and one they thoroughly enjoyed, helping them identify areas to focus on as they strive for even greater success in the future.
Congratulations to all students who represented the school and gave their best effort throughout the day.
A special thank you to Mr James Ryan for his ongoing support, and to our Year 2 Sport and Recreation students, Macy Gillett, Keeley Deveraux and Matilda Donald, for their assistance in managing the girls' triple jump event. Their contribution provided a valuable hands-on learning experience which could lead to bigger and better things in the future.
Well done to everyone involved on a day that showcased resilience, teamwork and determination.
Tyler Fynch – 1st 800m/1500m ( Going onto States)
Elke Fisher – 2nd 800m 3rd 400m
Tiare Kome – 3rd Shot Put/Discus
Ava Smith – 3rd High Jump
Emilia Morelli – 2nd Javelin
Maino Kome – 2nd Javelin
Lucinda Bowen – 2nd 800m
Darren was appointed Principal of Sacred Heart College in January 2019. Darren has had almost 30 years experience in teaching and leadership across a number of Victorian Catholic secondary schools. These include eight years as Principal of Mercy Regional College, Camperdown; nine years as Deputy Principal and Director of Mission at Mount Lilydale Mercy College; seven years as a Chemistry, Religious Education and Science teacher as well as REC at Sacred Heart College, Geelong.
Darren has been committed to a lifetime of study and professional development. After completing his initial degree of Bachelor of Science and Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, he continued his study by completing a Graduate Diploma of Religious Education, a Masters of Religious Education and a Doctor of Education, all at Australian Catholic University. In 2018, Darren participated in the Enhancing Catholic School Identity programme in Leuven, Belgium.
Darren has a deep and passionate affiliation with the Mercy tradition and charism and believes that Mercy schools must be “…committed to holistic education; determined to ensure that each student flourishes academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically”.
The purpose of the Catholic school is to provide “… an authentic Christian education, where students are called to embrace the essence of the Gospels, to flourish as whole human persons” and “… to provide exemplary learning experiences for the students who attend”.
Darren was appointed Principal of Sacred Heart College in January 2019. Darren has had almost 30 years experience in teaching and leadership across a number of Victorian Catholic secondary schools. These include eight years as Principal of Mercy Regional College, Camperdown; nine years as Deputy Principal and Director of Mission at Mount Lilydale Mercy College; seven years as a Chemistry, Religious Education and Science teacher as well as REC at Sacred Heart College, Geelong.
Darren has been committed to a lifetime of study and professional development. After completing his initial degree of Bachelor of Science and Graduate Diploma of Education at the University of Melbourne, he continued his study by completing a Graduate Diploma of Religious Education, a Masters of Religious Education and a Doctor of Education, all at Australian Catholic University. In 2018, Darren participated in the Enhancing Catholic School Identity programme in Leuven, Belgium.
Darren has a deep and passionate affiliation with the Mercy tradition and charism and believes that Mercy schools must be “…committed to holistic education; determined to ensure that each student flourishes academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically”.
The purpose of the Catholic school is to provide “… an authentic Christian education, where students are called to embrace the essence of the Gospels, to flourish as whole human persons” and “… to provide exemplary learning experiences for the students who attend”.