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25.01.2022 Our mothers, grandmothers, carers and special friends have been celebrated in the ELC and Junior School this week. Our ELC have been working on special gifts, the GMA hosted their annual Mother’s Day stall for the girl’s to purchase presents to take home and today, our Prep to Year 6 students put on a beautiful breakfast in Centenary Hall.

25.01.2022 2020 was a year like no other, but even with restrictions and learning at a distance, our students adapted and made the most of every opportunity. While we may be happy to see the end of this year, we hope everyone can reflect on the many blessings that have occured in unexpected ways.

25.01.2022 Biology students collaborated to build a large model of the human circulatory system in the Science foyer. Using blue and red tokens they demonstrated how blood becomes oxygenated in the lungs and deoxygenated in the tissues and organs. They modelled the importance of valves in our veins and the differences between blood vessel types. They even considered health conditions that impact the normally healthy functioning of this vital body system.

25.01.2022 As our students and staff return to learning at a distance today, remember to let your dreams shine brightly. We are here to support you, try these basic tips: plan your day, check in with others and take breaks as required. Stay safe, stay healthy and stay connected.

24.01.2022 Some Year 2 and 3 students designed bin wrap artwork as part of the Draffin Street Furniture Bin Surround Competition. We encourage you to like/vote for Genazzano entries. The winning entry will win a dual bay bin surround for their school with their artwork.

24.01.2022 Please enjoy this week's music moment, Rose Cottage, performed by the Senior Flute Quartet.

24.01.2022 On 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after four years of continuous warfare. Today we commemorate Remembrance Day. Lest we Forget.

24.01.2022 Undistanced VCE Graduate Art Show This year the Graduate Art Show went virtual. Undistanced celebrates the notion of connection the students felt with the College, their teachers and their peers as they worked through their folios at home but also shared online. We congratulate our VCE Art and Media students on their resilience, creativity and a strong work ethic throughout 2020, which has resulted in some outstanding final pieces.

24.01.2022 This term our Year 8 students have been participating in a skill acquisition unit during learning at a distance PE. The girls have been encouraged to practice their juggling skills each day using small objects or balls they could find around their house.

24.01.2022 Vote Now! Genazzano student, Yaqi, has entered the below artwork in the Staedtler Secondary School Art Competition, using their products. We encourage you to vote for her submission, with individual and school prizes to be won. https://bit.ly/2BJ1rzW

23.01.2022 Stock (Gold) is named after Mother Stanislaus Stock, the founding Principal of Genazzano from 1889-1914. A woman of vision, she became a nun at 15 and was responsible for the school song. Share your favourite Stock memory.

23.01.2022 Gerda (Green) is named after Mother Gerda Prytz who was one of the first boarders at the College and the first Genazzano student to enter the FCJ Society. We would love to hear your favourite Gerda memory.

23.01.2022 Thats a wrap on Term 3! For some of our students, the whole term was completed online while others had a few weeks on campus. While there may have been some challenges, our community has shown incredible strength, resilience and creativity, and our ELC children have summed up our feelings perfectly. You are the best!

22.01.2022 Today we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This morning our students joined the virtual Royal Women's Hospital event, Meet a Scientist, where they listened to Dr Elizabeth Baker and Dr Amanda Kwong share their story in their nominated field. #InternationalDayofWomenandGirlsinScience

22.01.2022 Douglas (Magenta) is named after Mother Philomena Douglas, an Australian FCJ sister who was Principal of Genazzano from 1932-1958. Douglas girls - share your favourite memory.

21.01.2022 Every year at the conclusion of their VCE English exam, our Year 12 students collect a Genazzano Rose. This rose is a beautiful symbol to remind the girls of their time at Gen and the friendships and memories made.

20.01.2022 Genazzano FCJ College has received an 'Excellence' Australian Education Award Award for Best Use of Technology in 2021. Congratulations to everyone in the Genazzano community, this is formal recognition of the additional effort that went into making 2020 a success; and the courage and confidence our community continues to exhibit every day. Read more: https://bit.ly/3xRCD0Q

20.01.2022 Congratulations to Chloe McCardel (2002) for her astounding achievement! https://www.abc.net.au//swimmer-chloe-mccardel-pa/12563436

19.01.2022 To celebrate the teachers within the Catholic Education system, Melbourne Catholic spoke with Ann Rennie, English and Religion teacher at Gen, about COVID and her teaching journey. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/2FNnYxi

19.01.2022 Catherine Brandon, Director of the Genazzano Institute of Learning & Brain Sciences, recently featured in the Professional Educator, 2020 Edition 1, Volume 23. Her article shares strategies for psychological safety while learning at a distance. https://bit.ly/2PFFJjq

19.01.2022 Our ELC children are exploring wool this term and learning how to knit and make pom poms. As part of their take home packs for learning at a distance, each child was given a ball of wool to continue their finger knitting at home. We cant wait to see their creations!

18.01.2022 Congratulations to some of our younger learners who today celebrated 100 days of Prep! They received a very exciting box from their teacher which included fun activities to celebrate this milestone.

18.01.2022 Genazzano FCJ College announces Mrs Loretta Wholley as new Principal for 2021. https://bit.ly/34VZWKV

18.01.2022 Winter (White) is named after Miss Mary Winter, a past pupil in whose memory the annual loyalty prize for school spirit is awarded to a Y12 student. Mary was twice President of the Old Girls' Association and known for her practical charity. Share your favourite Winter memory.

18.01.2022 We are pleased to share the d'Houet and Chamber Strings performance of Subway please enjoy.

17.01.2022 This term our Year 9 and 10 students are participating in an online Taekwondo Program, expertly run via zoom by Hall's Taekwondo.

16.01.2022 Last night we celebrated the commissioning of our Principal, Mrs Loretta Wholley, who was formally welcomed and blessed by our community.

16.01.2022 All members of our Gen community are invited to join us for our annual Christmas Concert (online). The concert, showcasing our wonderful musicians will be broadcast on Monday 30 November at 5.00pm on GenConnect.

16.01.2022 This year, the Genazzano community celebrated Social Justice Week quite differently completely online. During the last week of August, students and staff came together remotely to celebrate our school spirit, engage in fun activities together and most importantly, raise funds to the support the mission work of the Sisters FCJ in the Philippines, Myanmar and Indonesia. https://bit.ly/3hK3EuH

16.01.2022 SmartMusic has proven to be a wonderful platform for our students and teachers during learning at a distance. The immediate feedback feature highlights any errors within the piece a student is practising, allowing them to learn independently between music lessons.

16.01.2022 We offer an extensive music program at Gen where girls can explore their musical talents on virtually any instrument. Enjoy this drum piece from one of our Year 7 students.

16.01.2022 In a year that has been unpredictable, we are incredibly proud of how our VCE students have embraced the challenges with incredible resilience. We invite you to share a few words of encouragement for our Class of 2020. : Catholic Education Melbourne 'Year 12 You've Got This' video series.

15.01.2022 We are pleased to introduce Sarah and Sophia as our College Captains for 2021. At this weeks Investiture Assembly they introduced their 2021 theme, Better Together. They encouraged our community to continue to reach out and be a companion to each other.

14.01.2022 Allow your daughter to shine brighter at Genazzano. Enrolling now for Prep 2021-2023, with limited places still available for ELC3, 2021.

13.01.2022 During May and June, secondary students from Australia, New Zealand and Malaysia, were invited to participate in the annual Explain the Brain competition, designed to promote interest and understanding about the brain. An initiative of Genazzano Institute of Learning and Brain Sciences, and hosted and promoted by Education Perfect, this fourth year of competition was highly successful, with some fabulous entries from more than 120 students. https://bit.ly/3f0itXK

13.01.2022 Help us celebrate Social Justice Week by donating to our Go Fund Me page. We are aiming to raise $5k to support the mission work of the Sisters FCJ in the Philippines, Myanmar and Indonesia. Together we can make a real impact to the lives of people in need. https://bit.ly/2FGFKSx

13.01.2022 (Jack Welch) "Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others." Congratulations to all 12 applicants who shared what they would deliver as one of our two 2021 College Captains with their peers and staff yesterday. We all saw your Gen Girl courage and confidence.

12.01.2022 Ms Lorna Beegan, Deputy Principal of Learning and Teaching at Genazzano FCJ College, has been recognised in The Educators 2020 Hot List as one of the most influential educators over the past 12 months. https://bit.ly/31COIHS

12.01.2022 Genazzano FCJ College recently announced Matt Welsh as its new Head of Aquatics and Head Swimming Coach for 2021. Read more: https://bit.ly/3phNbAK

10.01.2022 Our Music Department continues to remain connected to our Gen Community during learning at a distance. In addition to the weekly Music Moments, our students have prepared snippets of their favourite pieces for you to enjoy. Today, Emily is playing Polka by Smetana.

10.01.2022 Michelle Frazzetto, Rose Richiuiti and Julia Petricevic from the Genazzano FCJ College Library, feature in the Winter 2020 issue of The Journal for the School Library Professional, Volume 24, Number 3. The article reflects on their experience of delivering library services and programs at a distance. https://bit.ly/3i5YKbe

10.01.2022 d'Houet (Royal blue) is named after Marie Madeleine d'Houët, the French foundress of the Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus. Her family motto was 'Do what is right and don't worry what others say'. We would love to hear your favourite d'Houet memory.

10.01.2022 Genazzano FCJ College has added six new rowing boats to its fleet which now comprises 26 boats. There is a strong tradition at the College for new boats to have names closely linked to Genazzano, including the foundress of the Society of Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ)Marie Madeleine d’Houët, as well as past students, milestones and buildings. Read more: https://bit.ly/35KLkhw

10.01.2022 Taking inspiration from Twoset Violin and Ray Chen, the Music department would like to share with you their version of the Bach Double Violin Concerto, featuring Madeleine and Darby.

09.01.2022 The GFA, in partnership with The Fathering Project, are encouraging you to share your favourite thing to do with your dad or father-figure this Fathers Day. We wish all dads and father-figures at Genazzano a very Happy Fathers Day and hope you get to spend some quality time together today.

09.01.2022 Our ELC children have had some special visitors in the Eugene and Gigi rooms over the past two weeks. As part of the animal care and pet interactions program, the children have observed chickens hatching and learning about caring for young rabbits.

07.01.2022 Yesterday we celebrated our incoming student leaders for 200/21 at our Investiture Assembly. Each girl demonstrates the strength of our community and the desire to lead and serve others. As the leadership positions are handed over, we thank our 2020 prefect team for being outstanding role models and faithful companions in this challenging year. https://bit.ly/3kmGefG

07.01.2022 Genazzano Alumna (1955), Emeritus Professor Mary Hiscock, has been recognised as this years Outstanding Alumna for her vast contribution to the field of Law and service to others. With a career spanning over five decades and significant achievements within her field, Mary has spent a life time making a positive contribution to society and inspiring others. Throughout her professional and personal life, Mary Hiscock has been an outstanding role model to many, instilling a s...trong belief that women can aspire to a career in any discipline. https://bit.ly/31fH5bm

07.01.2022 As we welcome the new year, we look forward to the opportunities, celebrations and collaboration that 2021 will bring.

07.01.2022 You can't stop the beat at tonight's Hairspray Jr Showcase Performance! Congratulations to all the cast, crew and staff involved in the production.

06.01.2022 Today, 162 Genazzano students from Year 12, 2020 received their VCE results and were able to close out the year on a high. Congratulations to the entire year group for their diligence, perseverance and continued commitment to their studies. https://bit.ly/2X0YOjH #VCEResults

06.01.2022 This week our Year 9 students are taking part in the GenEncounter Program. Throughout the week, they will complete a variety of experiences promoting student growth to embrace a view of themselves, each other and the world.

06.01.2022 The Genazzano grounds are beautiful during spring. Did you know our gardens are influenced by the French and European style that Marie Madeleine would have enjoyed in France all those years ago?

06.01.2022 #RUOK is an important question but theres more to say after R U OK? Ask, then listen, encourage action and check in, because a conversation could change a life. #theresmoretosay #RUOKDay

05.01.2022 Today our Year 10 English students shared some phrases and sentences from their creative works-in-progress. If you saw these books on the shelves, which one would be on your ‘must read’ list?

05.01.2022 We wish our Genazzano community a happy and safe festive season. May the harmony of Christmas stay in your heart all year round and may the Lord send his blessings.

04.01.2022 Happy World Teacher's Day! Our teachers have shown incredible strength and creativity this year, helping our students be the very best they can be. #WorldTeachersDay

03.01.2022 During learning at a distance, the Concert Band collaborated on their own arrangement of ’Do Whatcha Wanna’. Each student had input into the structure and form of this New Orleans style tune. Please enjoy!

03.01.2022 Have you ever heard of the famous Gen cookie? They were a regular item baked in the Gen cafeteria between 2000 and 2009 and the smell of freshly baked cookies would fill the d'Houet building, distracting both students and teachers. Why not whip up a batch in your own kitchen these holidays. Makes 60 to 70 large cookies (the recipe can be divided into thirds if required).... Ingredients 1.2kg butter 4 cups castor sugar 3 cans condensed milk 15 cups of SR flour 4 cups dark chocolate buttons 4 cups of white chocolate buttons Method 1. Pre-heat oven to 165C. 2. Beat butter, castor sugar and condensed milk together until fluffy. 3. Add in flour and chocolate buttons and mix well. 4. Scoop out with ice cream scoop and place on baking paper lined trays. 5. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Allow cookies to cool before eating. 6. Take a photo of your delicious cookies and tag us.

02.01.2022 On Friday, our Junior School girls celebrated STEM Day. Each class took part in an activity, including being engineers, exploring AI, making boats, the paper plate challenge, coding and completing various science experiments. They then joined together for an assembly via Zoom, explaining their projects and any problem solving they had to do.

01.01.2022 Its #NationalScienceWeek! This years theme is Deep Blue: innovations for the future of our oceans. Our Science department has put together some fantastic resources for our students to complete from home. As we cant celebrate this week on campus together, we would love you to tag us in any of your activities or experiments.

01.01.2022 #LunarNewYear. This year is the Year of the Ox, symbolising good relationships and moving forward. On Friday, the Prep to Year 4 students gathered together to make colourful dragons, lanterns and traditional Chinese papercuts.