Mount Lilydale Mercy College in Lilydale, Victoria, Australia | Secondary school

Mount Lilydale Mercy College

Locality: Lilydale, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9735 4022

Address: 120 Anderson Street 3140 Lilydale, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mlmc.vic.edu.au

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25.01.2022 At 9am this morning our strong and resilient Year 12 students walked into Centennial Hall and the Bradshaw building to sit their first written exam for the VCE. The English exam runs from 9am to 12.15 there is 15 minutes reading time and three hours writing time. The examination will be marked by a panel appointed by the VCAA and will contribute 50 percent to the study score. We wish each and every student all the very best for this morning’s exam and all the other exams t...hey will sit in the weeks ahead. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

25.01.2022 Please join us for the MLMC VIRTUAL MUSIC SOIREE which will go live on the College YouTube site here https://bit.ly/3iBf977 TOMORROW NIGHT at 7.30pm. This year the students have decided to take their annual music concert and make it a virtual one. We invite you to tune in for an hour of fabulous music from students playing a variety of instruments direct from their homes to yours. The students have put all their energy and creativity into this entertaining showcase of musi...cal talent - we hope you can join us. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

25.01.2022 Music Prefect Kirra Smark (Year 12 Green) has created this video message to encouage everyone to join us for the MLMC VIRTUAL MUSIC SOIREE which will go live on the College YouTube site here https://bit.ly/3iBf977 TONIGHT at 7.30pm. Please join us and support our talented young musicians. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

24.01.2022 Each year our Year 11 VCAL Intermediate students undertake a community project. Due to Covid restrictions they were unable to do that this year so they focused on what they could contribute to the MLMC community and came up with the idea of building a row of planter boxes for outside the new MLC and Sinnott buildings. The students had to build, assemble, paint and install the six planter boxes which connect with the others in Catherine’s Way. The planter boxes bring a great boulevard vibe to the walkway and over time they will provide shade for the students to enjoy. We send our thanks to all the VCAL students involved for the care and quality of their work it is a wonderful contribution to the College. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

24.01.2022 This morning was exciting for all of us as we welcomed back our Year 7 students for the first time in over two months. The roundabout, bus bays and paths were busy and the Year 7 classrooms, corridors and lockers are full once again. Welcome back Year 7s it is wonderful to see you! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

24.01.2022 This morning we welcomed back our students from the Class of 2020 and we wish them all the very best for their final term at school. We are especially thinking of those students sitting the General Achievement Test (GAT) this morning in the Doyle Centre. The GAT is a three-hour general knowledge and skills test in written communication, mathematics, science, technology, humanities, the arts and social sciences and comprises two writing tasks and 70 multiple-choice questions. We send our best wishes to each and every student it is wonderful to have you back! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

24.01.2022 Last week our Years 7, 8 and 9 students had the opportunity to gather and celebrate each other's gifts and contributions to the College through the presentation of Academic and Merit awards and College Colour awards. Staff and students gathered indoors (adhering COVID-19 restrictions) to pray, cheer and sing together for the first time since Term 1. It was wonderful to be together to share this experience and to see these young students acknowledged and celebrated for their achievements. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

22.01.2022 We give thanks and we pray for Old Collegian Moira Burgi who passed away yesterday at the age of 104.

21.01.2022 This week we welcomed the newest member of the MLMC community, Ida, a 10 week old Miniature Dachshund puppy. Ida lives with Sr Mary who says she is playful, lively and loves long walks and cuddles. Her favourite food is rockmelon and her favourite toy is a small stuffed cow that she likes to chew. Ida is in training to become a therapy dog and next year she will be visiting the College two days a week with Sr Mary. To become a therapy dog Ida will be assessed when she is eig...ht months old to ensure she has a calm, unexcitable temperament and isn’t easily startled or frightened. She did a great job yesterday meeting some of the students at recess and we look forward to seeing her often in 2021. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

21.01.2022 Chloe Morris (Year 8 Silver) created a Covid gameboard during lockdown and has chosen it as the subject of her entry in the 2020 MLMC Photography Competition. She said "it shows how quickly things can change because of Covid and that is almost like a board game". Thanks Chloe! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

20.01.2022 Hanging out in the backyard has been big part of the lockdown experience for many of us, as we've sought to take time away from our screens. As we start to look forward to coming back to school and face to face learning in the weeks ahead, we though't we'd share this wonderful photo by Seamus Coffey (Year 10 Blue) who chose his backyard as the inspiration for his entry into the 2020 MLMC Photo Competition. Thanks Seamus! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

20.01.2022 Ela Greentree’s (Year 9 Gold) entry for the 2020 MLMC Photo Competition puts a spotlight on the materials worn by our health workers to protect themselves and their patients. Ela’s mum works as a coronavirus tester and every day she wears the PPE clothing. Ela said For me, this photo represents that this is what society might look like if we can't deal with this pandemic. Thanks Ela! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest.

19.01.2022 Today we celebrated the incredible run of doughnut days in Victoria (14 consecutive days of zero new Covid cases) with you guessed it a doughnut. This morning all Year 7 to 10 students received a doughnut in their homerooms but our Year 11 students had to wait until after they finished their English exam. At recess there was free coffee and doughnuts for all staff at the Mercy Catherine’s Café community van. This was an MLMC Staff Association initiative to acknowledge a...nd give thanks to staff, for the contribution they have made towards ensuring the College is a safe place to be for our students and each other. Thanks to McAuley Canteen and Barak Canteen for ordering the 1500+ pink and chocolate doughnuts they were a big hit! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

19.01.2022 Empty streets have been a very obvious component of our weeks of lockdown. Lochie Foster (Year 9 Bronze) took his empty street as the inspiration behind his entry in the 2020 MLMC Photogrpaphy Competition. Thanks Lochie! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

18.01.2022 This week as part of the Australia Read’s initiative, we hosted a digital event for parents with author Ursula Dubosarsky who discussed the power of reading and its importance in the lives of young Australians. Urszula is the Australian Children’s Laureate for 2020-21 and the author of 40 books for children and young adults. Across the year our team of Librarians is working hard to build a culture of reading for pleasure within our students at all year levels. Term 4 is full of celebrations about books and reading including National Book Week, the Australia Reads initiative and International School Library Month. You can read more about our Library activities this term here: https://bit.ly/35jlroL Australia Reads. #mlmc

17.01.2022 The Semester 2 Awards were held for our Year 10 and 11 students this morning and it was wonderful to be able to come together in the Doyle Centre for the ceremonies. Academic and Merit awards were presented to students who excelled academically and who made a positive contribution to the learning environment at the school. College Colour commendation badges were also awarded in acknowledgment of the contributions to school life that students have made through a range of activities. Congratulations to each of the award winners. The award ceremonies for students in Years 7, 8 and 9 will take place in the last week of term. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

17.01.2022 STEM MAD (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Making a Difference) is a virtual showcase for Science students run by Catholic Education Melbourne. A group of enthusiastic Year 7, 8 and 9 students took on a range of challenges including cracking a secret code, building a Mars rover, solving an escape room challenge and building a bridge. Congratulations to Max Biddiscombe (Year 9 Blue) and Joshua Roberts (Year 9 Gold) who made it to the finals of the STEM Challe...nge and who also won the bridge building competition pictured below. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

16.01.2022 MLMC's student-created 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon has been recognised as one of Australia's best, receiving an Honourary Gold Medal in the 2020 James Halliday Australian Cabernet Challenge. With our 2018 vintage producing one barrel and not being sold commercially, it was not eligible for the regional win despite scoring 96 points. But the judges were so impressed they decided to award an Honourary Gold Medal to recognise the students' efforts. Congratulations to everyone involv...ed in the wine program on this significant achievement. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest Wine Yarra Valley Yering Station See more

16.01.2022 At 8.50am this morning all students took part in a Remembrance Day ceremony in their homeroom groups, where they learnt about the meaning and importance of the day and had the opportunity to reflect and give thanks. The ceremony began with this prayer: Dear Lord, Today we are gathered to remember those who have fought for us, and those who died in your service. We ask that those who gave their lives for us are respected by all. We ask that we all remember their sacrifice a...s we continue to grow as a community. Amen. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

15.01.2022 The Academic Foundation Program began this morning which is when our Year 10 students officially become Year 11 students and our Year 11 students become Year 12 students. The aim of the Program is to give students a jump start on their studies for next year and to provide them with a transition period so that they can adjust to the important leadership role they will all play as the College’s senior students in 2021. It was pouring at recess today, but it gave our Year 11 and 12 students an opportunity to get to know their new buildings, classrooms and corridors and to find their favourite spaces to hang out with friends. We wish them well with this important next step. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

15.01.2022 This week is Health and Physical Education Week celebrating and promoting everything to do with a healthy lifestyle. The week began with a healthy breakfast for staff and students. Faculty Leader Mr Dan Kelly wanted students to understand the importance of a good breakfast as it helps the brain absorb information throughout the day. The final activity for the week was the annual CDC (College Downball Champtionship). It was a hard fought lunchtime downball competition involv...ing Year 7 and 8 students. Well done to everyone who got involved. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

12.01.2022 Our Year 11 students are at the business end of the year. Their first exam, English, was on Friday morning and there are exams scheduled through to Thursday afternoon this week. The Year 11 Level Leaders Mr Neal Haining and Ms Simone Esmonde have created a ‘Wall of Praise’ in the two classrooms set aside for study, as a place for students to share their positive messages of support for one another. We wish each of our Year 11 students all the very best with their exams, whi...ch are an important step towards their Year 12 studies in 2021. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

12.01.2022 Olivia Vandenberg's (Year 9 Red) entry for the 2020 MLMC Photo Competition beautifully captures the life and joy that our pets have given us during the weeks of lockdown. Thanks Olivia! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

11.01.2022 The 2020 SRC (Student Representative Council) has one final project for the year the planning and production of the MLMC Student Diary for 2021. One of the most important aspects of the project is that students across all year levels have the opportunity to put forward their thoughts and ideas about what the diary should contain. To achieve this, a student survey and a student workshop (facilitated by William Geeves, Eliza Russell and Courtney Barnes) was held. This year’s... diary (pictured below) has messages of wellbeing, motivational thoughts for the week as well as timetables and other resources to help students plan and stay on top of everything. We look forward to seeing the 2021 diary at the start of next year. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

11.01.2022 Over the last few weeks, we have seen a return to sport at the college with our Choose your own Adventure programs running at Year 8-10 Sport. It’s been brilliant to see students enjoying and being thankful for some friendly competition. #mlmc

08.01.2022 Year 7, 8 and 9 MLMC students finished a remarkable school year by celebrating together, having fun in the sunshine with their friends and classmates while competing in athletics events and games yesterday and this afternoon. Students represented their Houses in a variety of track and field events from sprints and shot put to the long jump and high jump, as well as the hotly-contested tug-of-war, tunnelball, dodgeball and frisbee games. It was wonderful to see the students al...l competing with smiles on their faces and enjoying each other's company before the holiday break. Well done to all our students and families for a stellar effort in 2020. Enjoy your holidays!! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

08.01.2022 At 3pm this afternoon a group of 14 students walked confidently towards Centennial Hall to sit the final VCE exam for the Class of 2020 Italian. Tara Vanstan said it has been really hard seeing everyone else finish their exams last week and head off to Schoolies and we’re still studying. Their Italian teacher Mrs Marie Prusac provided reassuring words of support and encouragement for the group and language teachers Ms Giulia Benatti and Ms Chiara Pardini also came along ...to wish the students well and to give them a gift. We congratulate this hard working group of students for staying focused to the end and we send our best wishes to everyone in the Class of 2020. The exams are over well done! #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

08.01.2022 To celebrate the return to school, the Year 11 Yellow Ribbon Ambassadors decided to create a couple of fun lunchtime activities for everyone to get involved in. The aim of the Mural initiative is to capture the memory of our time in lockdown and to build connections and a sense of belonging. Students were encouraged to make hand prints to symbolise ‘lending a hand to each other’ during the long months of lockdown. Handcrafted spoon characters started popping up across Melbou...rne as part of the Spoonville project which sought to brighten up neighbourhoods and bring a burst of enjoyment during lockdown. Much to our delight Spoonville has arrived at MLMC! Our thanks to the Yellow Ribbon Ambassadors for these fun and engaging activities. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

07.01.2022 Over the next few weeks, we will be taking a look at each of our College houses. Starting with Frayne! Don’t forget to get involved in anything you can between now and the end of the year to earn points - the House Cup is still up for grabs! #mlmc

07.01.2022 Ayda Paterson (Year 7 Jade) has won a prestigious art competition The Lester Prize’s Youth Award for 2020 for her amazing painting of her brother Ruben who sadly passed away when he was nine months old. Her piece ‘Promise You Won’t Forget Me Ever’ took first prize in the Years 7 to 8 category which was announced last night via a live stream event in WA. Ayda painted the work a couple of years ago when she was 11 as a gift for her mum and dad, Alicia and Rob. Alicia said We ...are just so proud of her and it makes it all the more special that the portrait is of her beautiful brother in heaven. Congratulations Ayda! You can read more about Ayda and The Lester Prize here: https://bit.ly/3pjUIjR #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

05.01.2022 From 7.00pm TOMORROW night you are invited to take a look at the MLMC Visual Arts Exhibition 2020 live online. It features the work of our Media, Visual Communication and Design and Studio Arts students from Years 7 to 12. The students' passion and commitment despite adversity this year shines through with the high standard production of films, designs and artworks. We are very proud of the hundreds of visual art pieces we have on show in this online forum. Please show your... support by viewing the works at: https://www.mlmc-visual-arts.com/ #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest See more

05.01.2022 Welcome back everyone! The final term of the year starts today with all students engaged in the full remote learning program this week (with the exception of students attending school based asessments). Best wishes for a great Term 4 and we look toward to seeing everyone back at school in the coming weeks. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

04.01.2022 There was a great turn out for our lunchtime session yesterday in McAuley Library by Mark Wilson one of Australia’s best book illustrators. The live drawing session was shown on the large screen in the Library where Mark talked about his career as an author and illustrator of 17 books with students then following a guided drawing lesson using basic shapes to draw a sea turtle. Mark also shared his passion for Australian history and endangered animals with the students. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

03.01.2022 It is a busy week for our VCE students who are sitting their Unit 3/4 practice exams in the Doyle Centre. These trial exams are an important part of the process as they give students an opportunity to measure where they’re at in their preparations for the final VCE exams in November. Our Year 12 students and teachers are thrilled to be back at school, back together and focused on the end goal. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

03.01.2022 There is nothing like a bit of sunshine at the end of the week, coupled with a Casual Clothes Day to create a great vibe around the school. Today our junior students wore casual clothes and contributed a gold coin donation in support of Caritas Cristi, Vinnie’s Assist and the Catholic Mission. Our senior students wore casual clothes and also donated non-perishable goods which are urgently needed by our local Vinnies. ... Thanks to all our students and families who supported today’s initiative. Have a great week. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest

01.01.2022 In the last week of the school year there is always a lot of fun activities to keep students busy and engaged. This week the Barak Library is running a series of lunchtime activities, including Christmas card making which took place yesterday. The students had a lot of materials to choose from to create their wonderful Christmas messages for family and friends. #mlmc #beyourbestgiveyourbest