Maronite College of the Holy Family in Sydney, Australia | Religious school

Maronite College of the Holy Family

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9633 6600

Address: 23-25 Alice Street, Harris Park 2150 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.mchf.nsw.edu.au

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25.01.2022 With hearts full of joy and pride in our wonderful MCHF community, we watched our container, filled with your very generous donations, enter step one of its journey to Lebanon. May all our hopes and blessings guide it swiftly and safely. God bless the people of Lebanon! #lebanon

24.01.2022 Student Wellbeing Hub, https://studentwellbeinghub.edu.au/ - This is a space for educators, parents and students to build safe, inclusive and connected school communities that promote wellbeing and learning. Australian Government Department of Health, https://headtohealth.gov.au/ - Find digital mental health resources from trusted service providers.

24.01.2022 Year 9 Food technology delved into a new brief for their unit of study in food for special occasions. Students planned, designed and created a birthday cake, with a theme of their choice, using convenience food products. #foodtech #food #bake #cake #cake #students

23.01.2022 Year 6 Graduation 2020 Graduation Mass will be held at Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral at 9:00 am. This will be live streamed via the OLOL YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/gGmLxteidKE Graduation Ceremony will begin at 10:30am. The ceremony can be viewed (live) via the following link - https://youtu.be/X7Jy_Mx_itw

22.01.2022 Our families were so generous in giving to the winter appeal, St Vinnies couldn’t take everything so we passed half to another fabulous charity - Team Jesus.

21.01.2022 After the "Eeew!, Yuck!, It smells! and I don't want to do it!" responses, prior to their dissections of the sheep hearts, Ms Carlos’ Year 8-1 Science students seemed to enjoy it. A memory to last for sure! In this video, the students describe the functions of the human heart using a sheep's heart. #science #students #school #sydney #education #australia #biology

21.01.2022 Remembering Term 3 - We hope you enjoy these photos!

17.01.2022 Our wonderful Year 8 students demonstrating the power of words in communicating information about the past. This public speaking confidence comes from regular, meaningful reading! #soproud #powerofwords #publicspeaking #reading #readmore

17.01.2022 We offer our great appreciation to the following people who gave so much to our Lebanon Independence Day fundraiser, turning this event into 100% profit for Lebanon. With all our hearts, we thank you! Bob The Butcher Donated all the meat for the BBQ!... Jalal and Mary Bechara and family Thank you for organising, Mary! Rania and Samire Fakhri and family Jannau and Gerges Obeid and family Charlie and Rita Mouawad and family Jean and Fabiolla Kanaan and family Grace Laser Clinic Elias and Arze Abi-Khattar and family Richard and Abir Merheb and family Michel and Silvana Geagea and family Jumana and Shenouda Tawadrous and family Carol and Joseph Merheb and family Raymond and Nelly Haddad and family Michelle and Charbel Deeb and family Aline El Hawat and Ron Sahyoun and family Amanda and Joseph Geagea and family Mira and George Azzi and family May God bless you all!

17.01.2022 HSC Visual Arts Major Works We hope you enjoy this presentation of our Year 12 HSC Visual Arts major works. Many thanks to Ms Sarlog for all her hard work and dedication to our students. #visualarts #art #hsc #majorworks #students #school #education #design #textiles #sydney

15.01.2022 Today we celebrated Mass for Lebanese Independence Day. Following Mass there were a number of activites organised for the students from Kindergarten to Year 11. Students were given the opportunity to order a traditional Lebanese lunch for the day. The day was enjoyed by all. I would like to take the opportunity to thank Ms Safi, the Arabic Teachers and all staff for their organisation and help on this day. I would like to also thank the Parents Association and in particular Mrs Mary Bechara, the President of the Association, for their help with the preparation of the lunch orders. A big thankyou to all who donated towards this worthy cause.

15.01.2022 FATHER’S DAY STALL Thursday 3rd September 2020 Students from Kindergarten to Year 12 are invited to buy a special gift for their dads, grandfathers and/or godfathers at our annual Father’s Day Stall. ... There will be a wide range of quality gifts offered at unbelievable prices. Avoid the crowds and the stress of last minute shopping. Let your kids take care of it all, right here at school! All profits from the day will go to our charities in Lebanon. Primary students will visit the stall one class at a time, with the opportunity to purchase some extra gifts during their breaks. Our Secondary students will be able to shop for their gifts during their break times only.

14.01.2022 Term 4 Live Parent Webinars + Q&A with Elevate Education: We’re excited to announce that parents of MCHF have exclusive access to Elevate Education’s Parent Webinar Series: Empowering Parents to Reinforce Study Skills at Home. Topics Covered: ... - Wednesday 21st October Independent Learning: How to know that your child is focusing on the right kind of work that gets top marks. - Wednesday 4th November Stress & Wellbeing: Understanding your child’s stress triggers, symptoms, and a toolkit for stabilising during tough periods. - Wednesday 18th November Exam Preparation: Developing a pre-exam roadmap with your child to maximise their chances of success and keep overwhelm at bay. - Wednesday 2nd December Technology: Understanding the impact of technology on your child’s habits and how to develop techniques for responsible device use. Register here: https://get.elevatecoaching.info/au/register Webinar Format: The webinar will run online from 6pm7pm. The webinars are live, where the Presenter will share Elevate’s key research and skills, plus answer questions so parents can get the specific tools they need. To contact Elevate directly you can: Call 1300 667 945, Email [email protected] or head to https://au.elevateeducation.com #school #students #education #parenting #webinar #SYDNEY

14.01.2022 HSC Textiles Major Works were submitted on Monday 31st August. We are so proud of our Year 12 Textiles students! Congratulations to Mrs Abdul Ahad on her excellent guidance!

14.01.2022 Good morning! This Friday, MCHF will be celebrating Lebanon Independence Day with a BBQ to help Lebanon. We know how amazingly generous our families and friends are when it comes to raising funds for Lebanon, so we ask you all again - Please; If anyone is able to donate bottles of water for the BBQ, your kind gesture would be greatly appreciated and there will, most definitely, be a special place in Heaven for you! We will gladly take whatever you are willing to give us. ... All proceeds go to Lebanon! Our lovely Lorraine, Caroline and Zalpha are waiting for you in the Primary Admin office, so please feel free to bring or send your donation at any time during school hours (8am to 3:30pm). You may call the girls from the car if you need them to open the gates for a large delivery. Please contact Georgette Baini if you have any questions [email protected] / Ph: 9633 6600. With all our hearts, we thank you! God bless you all.

13.01.2022 Ms Zaferis’ 7.4 science class making parachutes to test air resistance force as part of their physics assessment task. #science #physics #experiment #students #school #sydney #education

11.01.2022 Secondary pastoral sessions at MCHF - The Culture Project on their informative and engaging pastoral sessions, delivered to our Years 8 to 10 students. We received some great feedback from staff and students! Masculinity - Year 8 Boys: This presentation addressed the various struggles and pressures facing young men today. Through the use of real stories, personal examples, interactive activities and discussion questions, this presentation explored what it means to be a man o...f integrity. Femininity - Year 8 Girls: This presentation awakened and explored deepest desires and addressed the challenges we face as women today. Through sharing personal experiences and engaging in thoughtful conversations, students were empowered and equipped to know their value and the unique gifts they bring to the world. Relationships - Year 9: In this presentation, we explored the distinction between love and use specifically in romantic relationships. They explored what makes a healthy relationship and equip students with practical ways to overcome the challenges and pitfalls of human relationships so that they can experience the authentic love they were made for. Human Dignity - Year 10 Cohort: This presentation deepened the students’ understanding of human dignity. Students went on a journey through both historical and current examples of human dignity and seek to equip students with practical tips on how to engage with others. Video - https://drive.google.com//1HQbop5PlGT3VDVueSasgqpLvkw/view Photos - https://photos.google.com//AF1QipPRTqJMX4CTV8MB5JqdwCeOsBZ

09.01.2022 We know you have been waiting and here they are! Special thanks to Ms Nguyen for taking these beautiful photos. Congratulations, MCHF Class of 2020!... #graduation #classof2020 #education #students #school #sydney

09.01.2022 Year 12 Class of 2020 Graduation Assembly You are invited to join us, via live stream, tomorrow (Wednesday 23rd September) at 10am sharp. Here is the link to connect you - ... https://youtu.be/fmFTh7teLMU

07.01.2022 During their Pastoral session today, our Year 9 students focused on Character Strengths. This session included reflecting on individual qualities, the qualities of others and treating them the right way. Sitting in a circle taught them the idea of unity and acceptance of another. Choosing from the Strength Cards in the circle helped them appreciate their qualities, as well as to see and admire the differences of others. Words on these Strength Cards included: forgiving, pro...tective, happy, organised, humble etc. Giving their card away to a peer who saw that strength taught them genuine love and sharing of stories. On post it notes, students wrote down affirmations to the person next to them. The students ended the session by completing a quiz online. This helped them understand themselves better, resulting in living out the words of St Paul: "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing."1 Thessalonians 5:11. #pastoral #education #tolerance #respect #love #school #students #sydney

07.01.2022 RUOK? Day Thursday 10th September 2020 In a year with continuous challenges, pandemics and tough times, we take an opportunity to make the most of important initiatives that come our way.... Today, our Secondary Department will be hosting initiatives and resources for staff and students. You may be interested in watching this video, which will be shown to students during Homeroom this morning - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Db28pEGzQ&feature=youtu.be The message we share with everyone, on this day, is that there is more to say after R U OK? R U OK Day #ruok #mentalhealth #students #school #education #sydney

07.01.2022 From Sydney to Lebanon - Students helping Students Good afternoon As you have been hearing, the economic and social situation in Lebanon is deteriorating. It is becoming very hard for students to go to school and be able to afford the things necessary for their education, such as stationary and books. ... The Heaven on Earth Organisation, at Our Lady of Lebanon parish, are working with the community to send goods to Lebanon. The College has been allocated as a drop-off zone for our Families, so we ask you to please, once again, be as generous as you always have been and donate school stationary and exercise/note books. These will need to be brought to the College by Wednesday 23rd September. The students in Lebanon will be so grateful and heartened to know our Australian students are here to support them. What a wonderful way to live our College motto To Know, To Love, To Serve. Below is a list of the most urgent items needed: Writing pens Black, blue and red Pencils Sets of coloured pencils Glue sticks Sticky tape Rulers Highlighters Exercise books Spiral note books (lined and unlined) Anything else you think they may need #lebanon #students #donate #school #sydney

06.01.2022 First Reconciliation: Last week, our Year 3 students received the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time. They had been preparing for this day by developing a true understanding that reconciliation is a celebration of God’s gift of forgiveness. Reconciliation allows them to reconcile with God, the Church and those they may have hurt. Knowing the true meaning of ‘sorry’ and learning about how they can truly reflect on the decisions they have made, has been an importan...t part of their journey. Special thanks to Sr Irene, Sr Marlene, Fr Tony, Fr Danny, Mr Bechara and our Year 3 Teachers for assisting in the development of the students’ spiritual growth. - Mr D. Day

05.01.2022 Dear Parents and Friends Words cannot express our overwhelming delight at having so many families and friends answer our Facebook call of need. So many beautiful souls filled the container we are sending to Lebanon with all the things these poor destitute men, women and children desperately need. We are truly humbled and grateful for your constant support and are so blessed to have a community of caring and compassionate hearts!... We pray that God will bless you and your loved ones. May He always be there to guide you, love you, and carry you in your times of need. We are each of us angels with only one wing, and we can only fly by embracing one another.

04.01.2022 We are happy to report, our Year 11 students are safely at the camp site and the fun has already begun!

04.01.2022 Remembrance Day Lest we Forget Remember, O Lord, all those the brave and the true who have died the death of honour and are departed in the hope of the resurrection to eternal life. In that place of light from which sorrow and mourning are far banished, give them rest, O Lord, thou lover of men. And grant to us who remain the spirit of service which may make us worthy of their sacrifice, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

04.01.2022 Yesterday, our Secondary staff and students celebrated Wellbeing Wednesday. At MCHF, we promote the importance of wellbeing and mental health on a daily basis, but on our very special Wellbeing Wednesdays, everyone is encouraged to partake in various activities, starting with a complimentary breakfast organised by College Leaders. Staff and students enjoy their free breakfast to the sounds of relaxing music played over playground speakers. During recess and lunch, students ar...e able to request their favourite (clean edit) songs. We have Volleyball matches and other ball games, chess and scrabble games, conga lines (of course!), and other activities to promote a happy and positive atmosphere. A free staff lunch is held on our rooftop, with a live band (our music students) playing mellow music that melts the stress away. Our aim is to promote a soothing environment and positive morale for our teachers. To end off our Wellbeing Wednesdays, students are given an evening of no homework A perfect end to a relaxing day. #wellbeing #healthylifestyle #wellbeingwednesday #students #school #education

03.01.2022 When we do it, we do it with style!!

02.01.2022 YEAR 6 GRADUATION MASS AND CEREMONY - Friday, 27th November 2020 The special day for our Year 6 students began with a beautiful mass held in their honour. It was a wonderful celebration, made even more special with the attendance of their Kindy buddies. The choir led by Mr Nouh, Mrs Chalhoub and Mrs Sassine, did an outstanding job as always. Thank you to Ms Rozario, Ms Mourched, Ms Dasouqi, Mr Watkiss and Ms Mourani for their efforts in preparing all aspects of the Mass. A sp...ecial thank you to Fr Tony and Fr Danny for the constant spiritual guidance they provide. The Year 6 Awards Ceremony was held in the Primary Hall at the conclusion of the Mass. Sr Irene delivered an inspirational and heartfelt speech to all students before the presentation of the awards and Graduation Certificates. The cutting of the cake officially ended the ceremony. Students then shared their Primary School memories and said their goodbyes. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sr Irene for her guidance and support throughout this year of uncertainty. Thank you also to Sr Marlene for her guiding presence. Finally, to Ms Rozario and the Year 6 teachers, your dedication and hard work throughout the year has been much appreciated. Mr D. Day Head of Primary