Prospectus 2024

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Hennessy Catholic College is a regional secondary school providing educational opportunities for students from Years 7 – 12 from Young, Boorowa, Harden-Murrumburrah, Cootamundra and Grenfell. C atholic education commenced in Young in 1860. In July 1866 the Presentation Sisters came to Young and took over the Catholic primary schools, which had been in the hands of lay teachers. Monsignor Jerome Hennessy was the Parish Priest responsible for the promotion of Young’s Catholic schools at that time. There was a demand at this time for a secondary school for girls and in 1916 St Brigid’s High School (later renamed St. Mary’s War Memorial School) was opened. A separate boys school was built in 1919 and was staffed by lay teachers. The Christian Brothers took over the running of this school in 1925. The next major change occurred in the 1960’s, when the community of Boorowa looked to CBC and St. Mary’s Secondary to provide a Catholic secondary education for its young people. In the late seventies there was a movement back to co-education and gradually the St. Mary’s Secondary and CBC were merged to form Catholic Secondary School, Young with a Christian Brother in charge. In 1991, the school was renamed St. Mary’s Catholic Secondary School and educated students in Years 7 – 10 under this name. It was at this time that the Christian Brothers withdrew from the running of the school. In 1999, St Mary’s Secondary began to serve the community of Harden Murrumburrah by providing secondary Catholic education, which would have otherwise been unavailable to its young people. In May of 2000 St Mary’s Catholic Secondary School was renamed Hennessy Catholic College. This was in recognition of Monsignor Hennessy who had done so much to build up Catholic education in the region. T he y ear 2000 marked the commencement of a pathway for Catholic Education for Years 11 and 12 for students from Young and surrounding regions. The College has undergone extensive refurbishment and building programs that place its facilities and resources in the forefront of regional education. Hennessy is about a quality Catholic education for the people of Grenfell, Boorowa, Harden-Murrumburrah, Cootamundra and Young. Hennessy is a truly regional Catholic high school that continues to grow and develop to meet the needs of the rural community.

Welcome to Hennessy Catholic College

H ennessy is a comprehensive co-educational regional Catholic college catering for students from Years 7-12. The students come from a number of communities i ncluding Young, Grenfell, Harden-Murrumburrah, Cootamundra and Boorowa. Students have the opportunity to achieve their dreams at Hennessy with students gaining places in universities in the areas of medicine, law, media, education, engineering, politics and international relations as well obtaining Australian Defence Force scholarships and a range of apprenticeships. Students have a wide range of subjects to choose from in Years 11 and 12 and electives in Years 9 and 10. The College offers a range of VET (Vocational Education and Training) courses. Students also have the opportunity to do school based apprenticeships or traineeships. A range of cultural and sporting opportunities are available to students, with pathways provided to national “All Schools” level competitions. Many students have had the opportunity to represent the College and Archdiocese in a variety of pursuits. The students at Hennessy are provided with a wide range of opportunities by a highly skilled, experienced and dedicated teaching staff. A strong culture of learning permeates the College with staff as well as students expected to be life long learners. Hennessy Catholic College is a dynamic, future focused school committed to building your child’s future.

Live Spiritually...

T he Mission of the College is to ensure that students are able to engage with the person of Jesus Christ through their daily interactions with each other. The College aims to guide our students toward developing this engagement though an appreciation of prayer, masses, liturgies, religious education lessons and social justice initiatives. Our Catholic prayer life is open to all in our community and is inclusive of all faiths. Hennessy Catholic College realises the importance of fostering student wellbeing by involvement outside the classroom. Hennessy offers an extensive retreat and camp program. The program is structured to meet the needs of the individual student at the different stages of their Hennessy journey.

Students at Hennessy Catholic College are provided with a formational and educative curriculum during Years 7-10 (stages 4 and 5), which introduces them to the life of Jesus, scripture, prayer, social justice, as well as a holistic education around the stories and example of our H ouse patrons. Our H ouse patrons are Venerable Nano Nagle (founder of the Presentation Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary), Blessed Edmund Rice (founder of the Christian Brothers), Venerable Catherine McAuley (founder of the Mercy Sisters) and Bishop John Gallagher, the first b ishop in the region.

HSC subjects allow our students to get a basis and understanding of our multi-faith society, give a rigorous presentation of the importance of religion in society and of the need for tolerance and understanding of other faiths. Students are given retreat and leadership opportunities to develop Christian leadership skills that prepare them well for the ir future.

Act Justly...

T he challenge to ‘Act Justly’ inspires us to recognise and treat others as unique individuals made in the image of Christ. It acknowledges that we are members of a larger Catholic community who are committed to the wellbeing of all members of society. Our staff responds with dignity, showing respect for others in their actions. Our students are also required to be respectful in their interactions with teachers and the broader community. Community and Social Justice Program Hennessy Catholic College encourages students to seek avenues to serve the community at a global, national and local level. Students have the opportunity to participate in the Cambodian Immersion program where they will help the local rural community construct a home for a family, visit orphanages and schools. Students also support charities such as St. Vincent de Paul and Caritas by supporting fundraising appeals and participating in the Vinnies Winter Sleepout. The College places a strong emphasis on supporting our local community through our support for the Food Van, Food Hall and hosting Dine and Donate evenings. Our community and social justice program and Caritas allows us to support others and put into action our values. We recognise and respect the cultural, religious faith and social diversity of our community while inspiring each other through our deeds and actions in the formation of generous and socially aware students.

Learn Dynamically...

H ennessyCatholicCollege has a culture of improvement, high academic expectations and a comprehensive teaching and learning cycle. Hennessy students can expect 5 quality lessons every day and teachers aspire to

maximise student outcomes. The College offers a wide range of subjects and experiences for all students. The skills and knowledge, which our students acquire, enable them to engage in their community both locally and globally.

Our teachers are highly skilled professionals who recognise that students have a wide variety of interests, talents and skills; they work hard to meet the needs of all students in a dynamic classroom setting.

Hennessy has a strong culture of continuous

improvement for all students and utilises the latest research into teaching and learning to support our academic program. We have a BYOD program across the school. We utilise several online learning platforms to maximise literacy and numeracy. Our continuous assessment model in Years 7-10, engages students actively in their learning. NAPLAN and PAT testing results demonstrate over time that this program is enhancing student outcomes. The College offers many opportunities for students to utilise technology to support their learning including the use of virtual reality in French and STEM. Co curricular opportunities such as engineering, STEM and debating enrich the students' experiences. Students are supported academically with Google Classroom, a variety of online platforms, after school study options in the library and careers advice. We have vocational education and training offerings and partnerships with local businesses, TAFE and industry to assist students to find a pathway post school. O ur HSC academic record is exceptional. Our students excel academically and achieve results which enable them to attract offers from Australia's top universities

Sport

A t Hennessy, sport is an integral part of a student’s overall development of both mind and body. Sport takes place in year levels on alternate Thursdays. Students have the opportunity to represent the College and be selected for competitive sports teams. Hennessy students compete against other Catholic c olleges across the state in a range of competitions. Carnivals The College has an annual Swimming Carnival, Athletics Carnival and Cross Country which enables students to compete in their sports houses of Nagle, Gallagher, McAuley and Rice.

Competitive S ports • Basketball

• Soccer • Cricket • Rugby League • Rugby Union • Netball • Touch Football • Tennis • League Tag • Dance • Athletics • Swimming • Cross Country

Student Wellbeing and Pastoral Care

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Pastoral care classes are structured vertically at Hennessy.

• Where possible, students stay in their Pastoral Care class and have the same Pastoral Care teacher throughout their time at Hennessy. • Students engage with their peers in a pastoral care program targeted at fostering wellbeing. Total Wellbeing At Hennessy we believe that every child should be well known by their teachers and peers to ensure their academic and personal success. Happy students make happy learners. We engage in academic wellbeing conversations, goal setting and general wellbeing conversations to support social and emotional growth for every student.

Technology at Hennessy A t Hennessy, we have a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program. Students and staff use the Google Classroom Suite and a number of online applications designed to support learning in the digital age. Students are required to bring a laptop to school each day, fully charged. Parents are advised to personally insure all digital devices their child brings to school. Year 7 students are not permitted to have a mobile phone at school until S emester two. Other s tudents may bring a mobile phone to school, however, they may not use it in the classroom unless it is used for the purposes of teaching and learning and only if the teacher facilitates this. At Hennessy, we work with all young people to develop respectful relationships through using their technology responsibly in and out of the classroom. The use of technology at school is supported by a proactive policy designed to teach students to become digital citizens through their responsible use of technology, both in and out of the classroom.

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PERSONAL DIGITAL DEVICES PROCEDURES Rationale:

Personal Digital Devices Procedures Rationale: Personal digital devices can be useful pieces of technology in today’s society, provided their use is appropriate. However, they can disrupt the learning environment when used without permission or guidance in the classroom. Personal digital devices include but not limited to mobile phones, iPhones/smart phones, smart devices, iPod/MP3 and any other personal digital devices that are not part of the BYOD programme at Hennessy Policy Directive: STUDENTS ARE PERMITTED TO USE THEIR PERSONAL DIGITAL DEVICES:  Before school until the bell rings at 8.45am  To check Compass for daily timetable and notices  During recess  On the playground at lunchtime  After school Outside of these times and when not in use devices must be turned off and are to be securely stored by the students unless the device is being used for approved learning use under teacher direction. There are times when the use of Personal Digital Devices is not approved:  Between periods during the day  PC Time or assembly  Lesson time when personal digital devices are not being used as part of approved learning activities under teacher direction. Personal digital devices can be useful pieces of technology in today’s society, provided their use is appropriate. However, they can disrupt the learning environment when used without permission or guidance in the classroom. Personal digital devices include but are not limited to: • Mobile phones • Smart watches • iPod/MP3; and any other personal digital devices that are not part of the BYOD program at Hennessy Policy Directive: STUDENTS ARE PERMITTED TO USE THEIR PERSONAL DIGITAL DEVICES: • Before school until the bell rings at 8:45 am • To check Compass for daily timetable and notices • At breaks • After school Outside of these times and when not in use, mobile phones must be turned off and are to be stored at the front of the classroom unless the device is being used for approved learning use under teacher supervision. Vid eo and Photography The taking of vide or photograph not associated with learning activities under the explicit direction of a teacher eg: bullying and harrassment by transmission of video / photographs, publishing on-line etc. is prohibited.

The taking of Video or Photography not associated with learning activities under the explicit direction of a teacher e.g. bullying and harassment by transmission of video / photographs, publishing online etc. is prohibited. Consequences for this could involve suspension / expulsion.

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Junior Girls Uniform: Years 7 - 10

Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)  School blue blouse with navy piping and official College crest.

Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)  School blue blouse with navy piping and official College crest.

 Navy cross over tie or navy College tie  Navy skirt (standard length to knee), or  Midford navy trousers  Navy school jumper with official College crest  Navy Jacket (no logos or added colours)  Navy stockings  College beanie  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes  Plain navy scarf (optional)

 Navy skirt (standard length to knee)  College navy shorts or navy trousers.  Plain white school socks (above ankles)  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes

Junior Boys Uniform: Years 7 - 10

Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)  Midford school blue shirt (short or long sleeve) with official College crest  Junior tie: (royal blue with gold stripes)  College navy trousers.  Plain black belt (for belt loop trousers)  Navy school jumper with official College crest  Navy Jacket (no logos or added colours)  Plain navy fold over socks to cover ankles (not long socks).  College beanie  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes  Plain navy scarf (optional) Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)  White blouse with navy piping and official College crest  Navy cross over tie or navy College tie  Navy skirt (standard length to knee), or  Midford navy trousers  Navy school jumper with official College crest  Navy Jacket (no logos or added colours)  Navy stockings  College beanie  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes  Plain navy scarf (optional)

Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)  Midford school blue shirt (short sleeve) with official College crest.  College navy shorts or slacks.  Plain black belt (with trousers)  Plain navy school socks (above ankles)  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes

Senior Girls Uniform: Years 11 - 12

Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)  White blouse with navy piping and official College crest  Navy skirt (standard length to knee)  College navy shorts or navy trousers.  Plain white school socks (above ankles)  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes

Senior Boys Uniform: Years 11 - 12

Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)

Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)

 White shirt with official College crest  Navy senior tie  College navy trousers.  Plain black belt  Navy school jumper with official College crest  Navy Jacket (no logos or added colours)  Plain navy socks (above ankles)  College beanie  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes  Plain navy scarf (optional)

 White shirt with official College crest  Navy shorts or navy trousers.  Plain black belt (with trousers)  Plain navy school socks (above ankles)  Black polishable lace-up leather school shoes

Sports Uniform

Sports uniform can be worn to school on Thursdays . All other days i f students have practical PDHPE or Sport , they must change into their complete sports uniform as required. Otherwise, normal school uniform must be worn to school. Normal school uniform must be worn to College masses.

 Hennessy Sports shirt with official College crest  Royal blue unisex shorts  Hennessy royal blue tracksuit pants  Hennessy navy hooded top  White sports socks  Joggers with grip and arch support  College hat

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Additional Uniform Requirements

Nails Acrylic/Gel type nails are not permitted. Nail polish, shellac or any other coloured style nails are not permitted. Makeup Students are permitted to wear a light and natural coverage of tinted moisturiser or BB Cream that has an SPF component for sun safety. Swimwear Students are asked to wear swimwear that provides appropriate coverage for both modesty and sun safety. Casual Clothes Day/Mufti Day Students are invited to wear Casual Clothes/Mufti on certain days throughout the school year to support charity. Students need to wear appropriate clothing in terms of our Workplace Health and Safety and Sun Safe Policies. Students do not have to adher e to hair and jewellery rules on casual clothes/mufti days, however the rules must be adhered to in practical subjects. Casual Clothes/Mufti days will include but are not limited to the following items: • No singlets tops or midriffs will be permitted • No inappropriate wording/symbols on clothing • Modest neck and hem lines • Appropriate covered footwear that allows for the practical nature of lessons

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Additional Uniform Requirements

Shoes A plain black, polishable, lace up, full leather upper shoe is the only acceptable footwear for Academic Uniform days. Shoes that are not entirely black, work boots, canvas shoes and non-polishable joggers or the like are not permitted.

Socks Must be plain and the correct colour according to uniform type. There should be no symbols, words or logos on the socks. Hats The Hennessy Catholic College cap and bucket hat are appropriate for extra protection when outdoors. This may be worn before and after school, during the breaks and in practical lessons conducted outdoors. Caps, hats and beanies are not to be worn during class. Non school hats or caps are not permitted. Year 12 Jersey The Year 12 Jersey can be worn everyday by Year 12 students. Jackets On cooler days students may choose to wear either the College jumper or a plain navy jacket or both. The plain navy jacket must have no symbols, logos or colours on the outer. College representative jackets (with Hennessy signage or logo) are permitted. No other representative jackets or clothing items are permitted. Personal Presentation Tattoos are not permitted. Jewellery The following jewellery items are permitted: • Two earring per ear (small studs or sleepers) • One fine metal necklace with a small pendant appropriate for a Christian school subject to Principal discretion. • One watch • Medical Alert Bracelet Facial piercings must be a clear stud or covered with a bandage or removed. Senior students are permitted to wear ONE ring of any style, however, this must be removed before practical lessons. Hair The following expectations of hair are acceptable: • Hair must be of a natural colour • Hair that is longer than the back collar of a shirt must be tied up Boys must be clean shaven.

Congratulations to Year 12 Class of 202 2

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Ximing Xia ATAR: 9 6 . 7 5

Distinguished Achievers

Charles Tuckfield ATAR: 96.05

Sarah Dillon ATAR: 95.50

Jordan Beath ATAR: 90.25

Grace Hoey ATAR: 90.95