Mount Carmel Catholic College Varroville
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210 Spitfire Drive
Varroville NSW 2566
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Phone: 02 9603 3000

Assistant Principal

The Importance of Community Events at MCCC

From next week until the end of this term, Mount Carmel has several important community events:

  • Friday 6 June: Champagnat Day
  • Wednesday 11 June: Parent Library Evening
  • Wednesday 18 June: College Photo Day
  • Wednesday 18 June: Year 11 2026 Course Information Evening
  • Thursday 19 June: College Athletics Carnival
  • Monday 30 June, Thursday 3 July, Friday 4 July: Year 7-10 Parent/Teacher Interviews

Community events are important for several reasons, both socially and educationally. They provide students, staff, and families with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and foster a stronger sense of belonging. In essence, community days and events are more than just a break from the norm—they’re a crucial part of cultivating a supportive and thriving school environment.

We ask all students to ensure their usual high attendance is prioritised just as much on these community days as for all other days. Significantly these events:

  1. Build School Spirit and Unity - By encouraging pride in the school and a sense of identity. They also help break down social barriers between grade levels, cliques, or different student groups.
  2. Promote Inclusion and Belonging - Students who might feel isolated can find community and common ground, whilst they also help foster and encourage respect and understanding amongst a diverse student body.
  3. Strengthen Relationships - By providing a relaxed, non-academic setting for students and staff to interact to build positive relationships that can carry into the classroom.
  4. Reduce Stress and Boost Mental Health - Through offering a break from academic pressure and routine and providing opportunities for activities like games, performances, or outdoor events promoting well-being.
  5. Support Personal Growth and Leadership - Students are provided experiences to help organize or lead events, developing valuable skills through teamwork, planning, problem-solving, and communication.
  6. Reinforce School Values and Culture - By reinforcing the school’s mission as a Christ centred community, providing opportunities for excellence beyond academics.

Stay safe, keep well, go gently. 

Ms Samantha Giles