On the 18th and 19th May 2023, we organised a Transition and Orientation Visit for all Year 6 students who are going to MRC Naxxar Middle school next scholastic year.
Mr Patrick Decelis, Head of College Network, addressed the students and emphasised the importance that once they move to Middle school they remain focused on their studies and show respect to all teachers and students. Ms Cilia, Head of School, welcomed the prospective students and briefly explained some school rules. Naxxar Middle School Guidance teachers helped introduce the school to our students through a school tour. Students also enjoyed a Question-and-answer session with present Year 7 and Year 8 students and another session on how to make Smart Choices. Students had the possibility to get to know other students from different schools through some Team Building games. Also, students expressed their expectations from Middle school by creating posters, charts, etc, which will be displayed around the school noticeboards. The event ended with a movement activity. Thank you goes to all MRC Psychosocial Team members and all involved.
On Wednesday 10th May 2023, Maria Regina College organised a meeting for Yr 5 parents about the Introduction of Learning Outcomes for Year 6 next scholastic year. This was held at MRC Mosta Secondary (ex-Lily of the Valley). Mr Jude Zammit, Director General DCLLE addressed the parents.
The STEAM committee at Maria Regina College met to discuss the 21st century skills and the shift from STEM to STEAM. When the arts are part of STEM, STEM can come to life and spark connections for many students to engage creatively, critically and confidently in their learning. 21st century jobs require creative confidence, critical thinking and collaboration and that is why the College plan is focusing on this. Ms Cordina, EO Curricilum, coordinated and conducted the session whilst Ms Camilleri Dimech, HoD Primary Mathematics and Ms Pace, HoD Primary Science invited members to team up in three groups and produce an activity/project to teach one sustainable development goal through STEAM education. Through discussions and a group work activity, members came up with awesome ideas how to impart 21st century skills through STEAM.
During the first week of February 2023, two meetings, one in Maltese and another one in English, were held for all Maria Regina College Year 6 parents/guardians, about Language choice, the transition from Primary to Secondary and Benchmark exams. The meeting was very fruitful and well attended.
After the presentations, parents/guardians were given the opportunity to put forward their queries. These were clarified by Mr Decelis (Head College Network), Ms Cordina (EO Curriculum) and MRC Career Advisors Mr Cascun and Ms Farrugia.
On Wednesday 25th January 2023, Maria Regina College organised two concurrent meetings, one in Maltese and another one in English, for all Yr 8 parents about Subject Choice for Year 9. This was held at MRC Naxxar Middle School. Mr Patrick Decelis, Head of College Network addressed the parents and explained the importance of the parental role in such decisions, hence the importance of being informed through such meetings. MRC Career Advisors Mr Glen Cascun and Ms Roseann Farrugia explained the My Journey different routes and the Choice of subject Option Form. Ms Mary Rose Cordina joined in to answer questions forwarded by various parents. Meetings for students on their subject choice will now begin on the 26th January. Thanks to Ms Cilia, Head of school, Assistant Heads, guidance teachers and other staff for making this meeting possible and for helping in all the process.
Maria Regina College sent original Christmas cards to various leaders of the Maltese society, College schools and MEYR SMT and officials, including the Hon. Minister, PS, Directors and HCNs.
Maria Regina Secondary School students, directed by two Art teachers Ms M. Zarb and Ms D. Muscat created these artistic cards.
Mr Decelis would like to thank Mr Bugeja, Ms Zarb and Ms Muscat for taking up this initiative and creating such wonderful works of art.
On the 28th of April 2022, Maria Regina College organised a symposium which was introduced by the Permanent Secretary, Mr Matthew Vella. Mr Patrick Decelis, Head of College Network, gave the first presentation about the Vision and Plan of the college. This is his presentation:
Resources for a Multidisciplinary Approach
Ms Mary Rose Cordina, E.O. Curriculum, gave a presentation about three Resource packs which she created – A Multidisciplinary Approach: STEM and Literacy activities through stories. These packs are for Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3 students and one can find various literacy, mathematics, science and technology activities which emerge from stories. They offer a creative way to develop children’s knowledge, skills and understanding while motivating them to learn through stimulating, interconnected topics.
Ms Michelle Zard, HoD Literacy and Ms Odette Schembri, HoD AfL, created two Maltese Resource Packs, one for Year 3 and another one for Year 4. They gave a presentation about these Resource packs and explained the idea behind them. Training will be given to MRC educators at the beginning of next scholastic year. This is their presentation.
A Positive Behaviour Policy
Mr Aaron Borg, Assistant Head at Mosta Secondary School Zokrija, gave a presentation about his Masters Research study – Developing a whole-school positive behaviour. This is his presentation.
Perspectives on the Implementation and Effectiveness of Assessment for Learning
Ms Odette Schembri, Head of Department AfL at Maria Regina College, gave a presentation about her Masters Research study – Schools’ perspectives on the implementation and effectiveness of Assessment for Learning. This is her presentation.
Challenges in Teaching Maltese
Ms Jeanette Muscat, Year 6 teacher at Naxxar Primary school, gave a presentation about her Masters Research study – Malta National Benchmark: Analysis of the Maltese Language results in one of the Maltese colleges. This is her presentation.
Students’ Perceptions of barriers to their wellbeing,potential and identity formation.
Mr Trevor Kissaun, PSCD teacher at Naxxar Middle school, gave a presentation about his Masters Research study – Students’ perceptions of barriers to their wellbeing, potential and identity formation. This is his presentation.
On the 28th April 2022, Maria Regina College organised the first Symposium “A Community of Reflective Practitioners”. 50 persons attended face to face and another 750 online. This event was another huge success due to good teamwork. Thanks to Mr Decelis and Ms Cordina, Mr Attard and all the team at the Administration Centre, the speakers including Mr Mathew Vella, PS, the Hon Minister Dr Clifton Grima, DGs Ms Galea, Mr Zammit and Mr Vassallo.
Fil-21 ta’ Lulju 2021, saret ċerimonja qasira imma sinjifikanti fiċ-Ċentru Amministrattiv tal-Kulleġġ Maria Regina. Il-Kap tan- Netwerk tal-Kulleġġ, is-Sur Patrick Decelis spjega dwar l-oriġini tal-Kulleġġi f’Malta u kif dawn evolvew tul dan l aħħar erbatax-il sena. Intervjenew is-Sur Ray Facciol li kien l-ewwel koordinatur ta’ dal-Kulleġġ u s-Sur Mario Testa li kien Prinċipal qabel is-Sur Decelis. Inkixfet plakka sabiex dan jibqa’ mfakkar. Ingħatat ukoll tifkira ta’ ringrazzjament fl-okkażjoni tal-irtirar tas-Sur Facciol u s-Sur Testa.
Click on the link below to hear the end of school year message by Head College Network, Mr Patrick Decelis, to all educators working at Maria Regina College.
