other positions when they are in Year 12. School Spirit The school prayer is recited at the beginning of the week. This, along with the school song, are important parts of the College's identity. Students who exhibit school spirit are presented with the prestigious Champagnat Award. This award is presented in four distinct levels, which are presented annually as part of Champagnat Day celebrations. It recognises students who embody the qualities of St Marcellin and the Mount Carmel spirit every day. Bronze: Awarded to students between years 8 and 10. Silver: Awarded to Senior Students in years 11 and 12 who have not previously received a bronze award. Gold: Awarded to Senior Students who have received at least one bronze award or silver award. Platinum: Introduced in 2013, this is awarded to students who show exemplary attitude and who are committed to the school on a day to day basis. Celebrations Yearly celebrations and important festivities include: House days (Term 1 - Murray, Term 2 - Howard, Term 3 - MacKillop, Term 4 - Avila) Champagnat Day (Term 2, around the Feast of St Marcellin) Our Lady of Mount Carmel Feast Day (Term 3, July) End of Year Celebrations (Last day of the year): Mass, Celebration of Learning Assembly & Concert Sport Mount Carmel has a strong sporting tradition and culture. It is a member school of the Macarthur Independent Schools Association (MISA) and competes weekly against independent schools in the area, fostering a sense of school pride. All students are expected to participate in the College's recreational sports program from Year 7-10, and may elect to participate in senior school, which is held on Tuesdays for two periods before dismissal. Mount Carmel also offers pathways for students to progress into New South Wales Combined Catholic Colleges (NSWCCC), Diocesan and Representative (regional, state, etc.) pathways. Sport is overseen by the Sports Coordinator. Sports carnivals are key events on the College calendar. Students participate in three major carnivals throughout the school year: swimming, athletics and cross country. Alumni Following the success of the College’s 30 Year Celebrations through 2015 and 2016, the Mount Carmel Catholic College Alumni was initiated. The establishment of the Alumni has resulted from the strong sense of family and community that is part of the Marist charism and which forms the fabric of the College. Facilities Classrooms Mount Carmel has a large campus with a number of