ALL SAINTS
COLLEGE QUARTERLY Issue No. 9 July/August 1990
Arts first for the Sambell Centre IT was the start of a new era in performing arts outh of the river on May 20 when the All Saint ' College Arts Foundation presented the first performance at the new Sambell Centre, "Music on the South Bank". The recital marked the beginning of a series of event to be spon ored by the Arts' Foundation and was held in conjunction with an exhibition of the Cullity Timbers' Kings Park Collection. More than 100 people came to see the Madrigal Singers and Ensemble Vasse perform "Mu ic on the South Bank" - a programme of chamber music from the Baroque and Classical periods. The Ensemble Vasse hail from the Western Australian Conservatorium of Music and are wind musicians playing repertoire from two to ten or more instrument, more than half of which were included in the Sambell Centre performance. Thi ,coupled with the melodious voices of the Madrigal Singers under the direction of loan Hind, singing French chansons and Spanish madrigals as well as two compositions of the late John Hind, resulted in an evening of unparalleled entertainment. And if "Music on the South Bank" wasn't enough culture for one night, on conclusion of the recital, the audience wa invited for refreshment in the Art Gallery where the "Cullity Timbers' King Park Collection" drew considerable interest. Western Australian Artist and creator of the
The chairman of the College Board, Dr fan Gibson, discusses the exhibition with Mr Rod Mc/nnes, general manager ofCullity Timbers. exhibition, Patricia Dunda ,wa in attendance to discuss her art with anyone who cared to question her as was a repre entative from the exhibition' sponsor, Cullity Timbers. Dundas spent three year working with botani t in Kings Park to complete the painting which featured Western Australian flora such as banksia, wattle and kangaroo paw. The success of the evening has paved the
Child of former student baptised SU DAY, May 6 saw the first ever baptism of a child of a former student in the Sambell Centre. The star attraction was baby Alexander L1ewellyn James Daddi, son of Sarah and Michael Daddi. Sarah Hawley, as she was then, completed Year 12 at the College in 1985, after having come to All Saints' from Rossmoyne High School in 1983, mid-way through Year 10. Alexander has wisely decided to follow in his mother's footsteps and has lodged an application for enrolment with All Saints' College. Here Alexander is pictured with his parents, Michael and Sarah, the officiating priest, the Revd Ray Colyer, and his god-parents.
way for the Sambell Centre to become the focal point for future Arts Foundation pre entations, giving All Saints' College the opportunity to support the performing arts south of the river in our new and exciting venue. The next concert will be held on Sunday September 9 and will feature the ensemble Mostly Baroque with harpsichordist Jill Belbin.
WHILE talking to ome of the new parents recently at a fundrai ing evening, I made reference to established schools in the English grammar chool tradition. I talked of ivy-covered wall and years ofestabli hed tradition and then I went on to talk about our new Col1ege; its hort history and its very rapid growth. Today, as I write thi ,I have just farewelled our first member of staff to take long ervice leave from the College. We now have two members of the Board of Management who are former College scholarship winners, one of whom, Craig Palmer, wa a memberofthe Scholar hip Interviewing Panel th i year. He has, in a sen e, turned the fu II
PRINCIPAL'S REPORT
circle. There are many examples like that which are now coming to the surface. We are in a ituation of constant growth and change and whilst the Master Plan i developed and its outcomes are explored, there is the opportunity to be an active participant in this exciting process. For those who would rather stand back and take stock there is the opportunity to celebrate our first decade of existence at the Parents' and Friends' Society's Grand Ball in September. You are all encouraged to be part of this exciting activity. I hope that you read these pages with interest.
Mr A.H. LO DON
Goodbye From student to Board member - Craig Palmer Kelvin, hello Wendy
IT'S been a full circle at All Saints' College for one of the newest members of the Board of Management, Craig Palmer. Craig represents the Former Students' Association on the Board of Management and as part of that commitment he erves on the Building and Grounds Committee and the Scholarship Interviewing Committee. Ironically, Craig was a scholarship winner himself, being awarded an Upper Secondary Entrance Scholarship to the College in 1985. ow, at only 21 years of age, Craig has the opportunity to give back part of that which All Saint ha offered him. Craig has a successful history with All Saints, being College Captain and Captain of the rugby team which had an undefeated tour of Ta mania. Although he participated in a number of port at All Saints, Craig finds that hi study commitment at the Univ rsity of Western Au tralia only allow time for ba ketball, sailing and scuba diving these days! Craig hopes to complete Honours in Electronic Engineering at UW A next year and is keen to specialise in communications engineering after having worked at Channel 7 during tenTI vacations.
THE College said a ad good-bye to our fir¡t Executive Officer, Kelvin Bartholomeusz in April, but extended a very warm welcome to his replacement, Wendy Gratwick. Kelvin leftto take up a new appointment at Swanleigh in / their recently estab- Executive Officer, lished Foundation Wendy Gratwick Office and we wish him the best of luck. Wendy has already settled in fast, tackling her fir t i sue of CQ.
Craig Palmer It's not only Craig Palmer that has had a close as ociation with the College. His mother, Diane, has served as office bearer in Ladies Forum and the P & F Society and his younger sister, Brenda, also attended the College to graduation.
Brian Murphy selected for Silver Jubilee Seminar BRIA Murphy has been selected to attend the Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Tru t 1990 ational Capital Seminar in Canberra at the end of September. Brian i one of 10 Western Au tralian students selected and the only male chosen from an independent school. He will join 100 students from across Australia at the seminar aimed at generating a lively interest by secondary pupils in the affairs of the nation and its future. The seminar specifically deal with the proces of shaping the law and administering
it in a democratic society, planning and development of the ational Capital, and diplomatic and trade relations between Australia and other countries. To be selected, Brian wa required to have demon trated involvement and interest in community/extra curricula activities, be an outstanding individual in term of achievement and character and have the intellectual and social maturity to participate in this demanding week of continuous activities. It is expected Brian will pa on what he learn at the seminar to hi peer.
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She brings with her extensive administrative experience in tertiary education to her new job, having spent five years as Executive Officer of the Australian Music Examination Board, followed by her appointments in the Scholarshi p Office and the Business Manager's Office at the University of We t rn Australia. Speaking about the tran ition from the Nedlandscampus to her new office in 'D' Block at the College, Wendy was enthu ia tic about the plea ant environment of the College and the warmth and friendliness of the taff. "I have already met a number of parents and sense a commitment to the continuing development of the College and I know how much this will help the work of the Foundation," she said. Over recent years, Wendy has undertaken ome interesting overseas jaunts, including bicycling in China, renting a villa in Tu cany for Chri tmas and last year, a month in a fannhou e in the Dordogne. However, a move to a new house in Bull Creek, coupled with her appointment to All Saints, should curtail Wendy' globetrotting for the moment.
New Zealand tour a big success AFfER ten months of planning, fundraising and countless hours of rehearsal, the All Saint' College band was ready to show its talent abroad in April. The 36 band members, along with band master Keith Maughan, tour manager Jeff Cahill, and four parents set off to Christchurch, embarking on an II day, 3000 kilometre musical tour of ew Zealand's south island. After arriving in Christchurch and travelling west through mountainous terrain, experiencing the pleasures (and the coldnes ) of snow, panning for gold and walking up the Fox Glacier, the band arrived at Queenstown, the site for their first performance. They were greeted with howling wind and driving rain at the Queenstown Mall but as the saying goes, "the show must go on". And it certainly did after obtaining penllission from the Mall' retai lers to move the band under the verandah. The audience was certainly receptive, especially a group of Japanese tourists that recorded the concert - Keith expects an invitation to perform in Tokyo any day now! From the Mall, it was on to Queenstown Primary School for the band's second perfol11lance which also met with acclaim, particularly from one little fan who actually requested Keith's autograph. While in Queenstown, the band and their escorts took the opportunity to dine at the Skyline restaurant on top of the mountain overlooking the town. The only way to reach the restaurant was by gondolas suspended from a cable - an experience in itself. And if the trip up the mountain wasn't enough, those that were game even took a ride on the Shotover River in jet boats! Leaving the many experiences of Queenstown behind, the band set off to Lumsden for their next concert at the North Southland High School. The band members were billeted with orth Southland student, giving them the
The ASC band rehearsing for the New Zealand tour.
Thank you THE band tour of New Zealand was an unparalleled success but would not have been possible without the hard work of bandmaster, Keith Maughan and the support he received from both students and parents. Musicians and parents, after paying out for airfares and other expenses, raised more than $20,000 before the trip (and a considerable amount during and after it) through their efforts in selling BMW raffle tickets for the Foundation which, in turn, granted money for the land content of the tour. Special thanks are extended to Jeff Cahill, Sian Doughty, Gaye Irving, Rona Marcos, and Ann Shugg for their assistance on the tour and to the members of the committee which didn't make it to New Zealand - Bev Trolio, Robbie Litster and president ick Murphy - for their continuous support. To show their appreciation, the band put on a special "thank you" concert for parents and relatives on May 25. This special concert was recorded and copies of the tape as well as recordings from the Christchurch concert will soon be available. opportunity to make new friends. Next stop (after a tremendous snow fight and visit to Olveston House in Dunedin) was Twizel where the fourth concert was held at the
Happy raffle winner JUNE 6 was a lucky day for Alan Richardson of Riverton when his ticket was drawn from the thousands who had entered the All Saints' College BMWraffle. Here, the Principal Tony London presents Alan with his brand new set of wheels - a BMW 318i by courtesy of Auto Classic, Western Australia's leading BMW distributor.
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local high school, not to mention the impromptu game of basketball which All Saints won convincingly. With only one more concert left to be performed back at Christchurch, the band took the opportunity to tour Mount Cook. The final performance was stag d at the Rangi Ruru Girls School to a packed house of students from both Rangi Ruru and the nearby boy' school, St Andrews. The tour was completed, and an exhausted, but extremely happy All Saints' band headed for home. It has been the first time that the College band has perfonned outside of Western Australia and from a musical point of view was an outstanding success with a very high tandard of performance maintained. But the success was even more far reaching. It brought all the members of the band closer together and co-operation between parents and bandmaster flourished like never before.
CAMP WEEK EMPTY locker rooms, locked cla rooms, no long canteen queues, empty staffroom, silence at the bu stop and in the amphitheatre, only a handful of small bikes - this was the cene at All Saints' College with all econdary students involved in simultaneous camps dispersed to sites as far away as Kalgoorlie and Margaret River with many stop in between. The ambitious camping programme not only involved all students, but every staff member, both full-time and part-time. Few schools can boast that their whole staff from the Principal down the youngest classroom teacher as well as several support staff (office, library and laboratory) are involved in the detailed planning and implementation of a camping programme. "The primary students had been away on their camps earty in the year, an ideal time for orientation of new students. A dedicated committee, et up in 1988 to review the whole camping programme, saw camps as an ideal vehicle for the development of a range of life skills not readily acce ible in the cla room. Many of the e kills uch as problem olving and social skills apply to all age group . They help student to develop confidence and respect for other and the environment. In addition, speciali ed activities were introduced for more senior students so that the whole camping programme was seen as evolutionary. The main aim of the Year 8 camp, a safari to the Goldfields, was social interaction with the whole year group participating in some common activitie . It enabled staff and students to get to know each other better through co-operating and enjoying new experience. Year 9 faced many new per onal challenges, both physical and mental at the anga Bush Camp. For some, hiking 18km in cold rainy conditions or canoeing while coping with inclement weather was somewhat of an ordeal. For all, the terror, then the thrill of ab eiling down a tower was a highlight. Some might ay such experiences are "character building". Teamwork played an integral part in many of their activitie and students "grew" from their new encounters. The camping philosophy ensured that demands and ski lis were broadened for Year 10 and 11 tudents. Activities such as scuba diving
An empty school as camp fever hits
ALL Saints' students take to the waters of the Swan. and dinghy sailing involved intense theoretical as well as practical experience and all students qualified for certification at the end of the weeklong courses. Are the Maldives and Rowley Shoals or even Fastnet now a possibility? Some students faced the challenges and frustration of golf and hor eriding whilst others enhanced their powers of persuasion by convincing their audience that "parents do undertand their children" and "all men should wear green suit and red shirts" in debate. ew kill, new friends, new horizons spell growth and grow they did as some taff and students took to the skies on the skydiving camp. It took courage to leap alone from a plane at 3000 feet or even in tandem at 6000 feet. It is often the least likely candidates who show the greatest courage and such opportunities for risk taking allowed students to observe other qualities of the fellow tudents. They learned respect for their talents and tolerance of their differences. It took other students great courage to de-
Dangling on a string " OW lean back, spread out your arms, lean back more, look around." "Look Mum, no hands." There i omething quite pecial about leaning back, attached to a rope with a one hundred and forty foot drop below you, the ocean and rock awaiting your descent, and your instructor saying, "Relax, have confidence in your equipment and your in tructor". There is something quite special in being able to take your hands from the rope and to just look around before descending to the bottom of the Wilyabrup cliffs. But this was exactly the pecial experience for the Principal and Year 10 and 11 tudents who went abseiling as part of Camp Week. Mr London said he regarded the experience as a privilege and a marvellous opportunity to be able to cope with fear, nerves, and the descent into the unknown - all of this in the company of the students who were haring the same experiences. There are also many intangible experiences that are associated with abseiling and no doubt each student has a story of their own to tell. Mr London hopes their experiences were as enrIching as hi . He hopes to go again next year but has one query - will a 140 foot cliff be a long enough drop?
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scend on a rope more than 40 metr s down a rock face for the first time and those on the Adventure Out Camp overwhelmingly supported each other as each overcame his or her own personal fears. The euphoria experienced after a ucce ful abseil is something to I' member for a long time. The ba ics had to be attended to a well. Teamwork and leader hip were nec sary in planning and cooking meals for a group. Initiative comes to the fore if it is raining. Year 12 retreats have become an important tradition over the past four years. Thi year's setting in the fore tat larrahdale wa ideal for reflection, for sharing part of one elf with other and for reaching out to tho e who n eded support. To know and under tand that other ex perience the same concerns, fear and joy ,to receive genuine positive affirmation, to laugh together, to learn to trust other, to work as a team, to understand how different p rsonalitie can be complementary and to discover the art of relaxation are all rich experienc s crammed into a three-day retreat. A mark of the impact of Year 12 retreats is the eagern s with which a number of former tudent have volunteered to come back a leader. Former students and tudent executive member have also played an acri e role in the Year 9 camp. Parent upport at camp ha also been appreciated. It is almost impossible to quantify the outcome of the camp programme. As a result of the conc ntrated contact a camp w ek affords, teachers have gained valuable insights into a child's personality. Student al 0 have the opportunity to see teacher a real p ople a they share all the camping activitie with them. To grow closer as a caring upportive community of taff, students and parents is something we continue to strive for through formal classroom instruction, extra-curricular activities and our innovative camp programme.
CAMP WEEK
om the sky
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MR London raised an eyebrow, incredulous that someone would even propose such a camp -and Mrs Maio and Mr Radich at that. Surely not! But it was true. Much to everybody's surprise, the two intrepid dare-devils were determined to conquer the skies, with the aid of 20 Year 10 and 1I students, to propel A1I Saints' College into the annals of sky-diving history. With God on their side, the group bade farewell to family and friends and headed for Pinjarra on April 30 for the experience of a lifetime. The group were eagerly met at the' drop-zone' by instructors from the W.A. Skydiving Academy and immediately began theory instruction, lasting the entire afternoon and recommencing the following morning. More than eight hours of instruction later, the theory was concluded with a written test. (Mrs Maio and Mr Radich obtained the lowest scores!) With the written test over, the group partook of luncheon some felt it akin to the last supper. Lunch completed, the big moment had arrived. Mr Radich, Nick Kelly, George Albanis, Amanda Hooper and jump-master Steve prepared for the first jump. It was "nervewracking stuff' tinged with a great deal of excitement and anticipation. Mr Radich was heard reciting a few "Our Fathers" before take off, but this wasn't really a sign of nerves. He maintains that he often prays straight after lunch and at regular intervals throughout the day. The pilot, Rony, thought he would add to the feel of this momentous occasion by doing a bit of stunt flying - it was almost fortunate that the intrepid skydivers were about to disembark, even if was at 3000 feet. The all important moment came: 'standby, power off - out you get". The jump-master had ordered the trembling Mr Radich out. Climbing out on to the wing was fun! Then the command"Off you go ....." "Wing" comes the retort and you let go ..... praying ..... hoping that the chute opens. From all reports, the exhilaration was unbelievable and certainly worth experiencing by anyone with the courage. Plans for another weekend camp for interested Year 12 students and some other College staff are under-way. Many other schools and private colleges have contacted All Saints' and are currently planning their own camps. All Saints' College - as always - exploring the way in all things new and exciting.
Thank goodness the chute opened...
Oh No! Here comes the landing...
I've hit the ground and ['m still alive! What an experience!
Under the sea FROM the crystal clear heated water of a Rockingham pool to the murky, cold water of the Indian Ocean, All Saints' students with an urge to submerge in water, learnt to scuba dive as part of Camp Week. The students, many of whom now hold an internationally recognised diving certificate, attended theory lessons at the Point Peron Recreational Camp before placing theory into the practical. Under the guidance of Malibu Diving and All Saints' students who were already qualified divers, the group first mastered the pool before braving the deep of the ocean. Although the weather was not conducive to pleasant diving conditions, all the students were a credit to the College. Many students managed to go on several dives off Malibu Diving's boat, Liberator and despite the conditions mastered the mysteries ofthe deep for a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Who's behind the mask? All Saints' students learn the basics of scuba diving before taking to the sea.
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PASTORAL CARE
Helping students become wellrounded individuals Keith Maughan
Anthony Radich I the south-west corner of the Performine, Arts centre, in addition to the Chaplain Father Dean and the Guidance Coun ellor, Moshe Price, four dedicated people are helping All Saint ' College develop students into wellrounded individuals. They are the Pastoral Care Department Anthony Radich, Brian Han on, Greta Cleghorn and Keith Maughan. Our pastoral care structure has been developed to provide counselling for student with academic and/or personal problem, to ensure everyone in the school ha omeone to turn to with confidence, enabling them to fulfil their basic needs and expectation . The basis of All Saint 'pa toral care is in the Chri tian community. Student are organi ed into House (Forrest, Murdoch, O'Connor and Stirling) and within each House the students are further divided into eight groups, representing the overall age composition of the secondary sector. The different age in each group more naturally reflect the family tructure and allow older students the opportunity to develop leadership and pastoral skill . The students stay in these groups throughout their chooling lives at All Saint '. Each teacher is assigned a particular group to operate as House tutor. But it's the role of Brian, Keith, Greta and Anthony, a Heads of Hou e, in conjunction with Father Dean and Moshe Price, to take on the responsibility of admini tration and pastoral care. They work clo ely with the House tutors and aim to develop a close under 'tanding and liai on with the family of each tudent, over eeing the counselling programme of those in need of special care. As Head of House they take on reduced teaching loads, making them more accessi ble to student and parents. Anthony joined the College in 1984 and teaches hi tory, social studies and economics. Out of school, Anthony is involved with the Lado-Dalmatinac Folkloric Ensemble and has toured with the group to represent Australia at international festivals. Together with Brian and Greta, he runs the aerobic group at the College as an after-school activity.
Greta Cleghom
Brian Hanson
Brian has been teaching at All Saints' since 1982 in social studies and geography. He is responsible for the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme at the College and leads a group of students on a kiing trip to Falls Creek each year. Keith has been with the College since 1983 and teaches English and English literature. As director of the Concert Band, Keith recently organi ed the band's tour of ew Zealand. Greta teaches social studies and geography and joined the College in 1984. She taught at the Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School before moving to All Saints and has maintained a keen interest in French studies. Greta sometimes heads the students' travel group which tours France as part of their studies. All four are not only hard-working teachers, but dedicated in providing new and intere ting activities for the students. The current organisation of pastoral care is only in its second year and yet many of the benefits are already being observed in tutorials and out on the grounds. The whole process is expected to come to fruition in about four or five years, comple-
menting the already established Peer Support Programme. In the meantime there will be ongoing review and, where necessary, change implemented to improve the system. What is important to us all is that each student is seen as the important individual they are and i really known and under tood by at least one adult who can be a real human resource for them.
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• The next issue of CQ will focus on the work of the College Chaplain, Father Dean, and the Guidance Counsellor, Moshe Price.
International success for Larry Mitchell and his art
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ALL Saints' College demonstrated their prowess in the sciences on July 3, winning the Western Australian section of the ational Chemical Analysis Competition, at Curtin University.
Larry Mitchell at work during his artist in residency at All . Saints. LARRY Mitchell, All Saints' artist in residence in term three 1989, has recently held a highly successful 010 exhibition at the prestigiou Agnew Gallery in London. Twenty two Mitchell painting were displayed at the exhibition, this number being restricted by the large dimensions of many of his paintings. Already two thirds of his work has been sold. The major galleries in London and New York have begun to show preference toward regional art, moving away from mainstream International styles. Consequently, the distinctive style which characterises Larry's work was favourably received by both the art critics and collectors alike. The Tate Gallery showed considerable interest in a land cape produced by Larry during his residency at All Saints. This was, however, eventually purchased by Rupert Murdoch along with four other works. FourofLarry's paintings have been selected to tour galleries in Devon and Cornwall during the northern summer. These painting are part
of a series inspired by Larry's trip to Cornwall two years ago. "Gorran Haven", a large triptych painted in the College tudios and also exhibited at the College last year, is one of the chosen paintings. Following his success, Agnew Galleries have invited Larry to hold another exhibition in two years' time. A collection of his work will al so be shown at Perth galleries in Apri I 1991. Larry's residency gave us a unique insight into the creative world of an established artist. Those who came into contact with him would agree that his international recognition i fully deserved.
• This term there will be two artists in residence, instrument maker Mike Burns during August and harpsichordist Jill Belbin during September. Both will spend time with students, staff who are interested and members of the community. They will also be involved in the College concert on September 27.
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Another All Saints team of Daniel Fick (captain), Jonathon Grenville and Matthew Tompkin came in 12th. Both teams will now represent Western Australia in the finals of the national competition held in Term Three. All Saint' has a good record in this competition, having had teams in the national finals for the past three years. Last year's team of Michael Camarri, Joseph Geha and Katherine Smith came seventh in Australia and this year we are hoping for an even better performance. The science department hopes to put the College's $50 towards the purchase of A grade pipettes and burettes for next year's competitors to use. This hould assist them to continue in this very proud tradition.
Come and celebrate our 10th Anniversary IN recognition of All Saints' College 10th Anniver ary, the Parents and Friends' Society is holding a Ball in the Terrace Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency Hotel on September 7.
Support our College Family EACH issue of CQ will contain a section displaying the business cards of members of the College Family. These business cards could represent parents, former students, suppliers, or any other group which is supportive of our College. These businesses will be advertised free of charge and we ask you to support them if you have a need for the services they offer.
The winning team of Sarah Hedges (captain), Kylie Chan and Simon Harrison, completed their analysis with an accuracy of two parts in 1000, which saw them take home $50 each and 50 for the school.
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The Ball will provide the perfect atmosphere for parents, friends, staff, former students and the parish to come together and reminisce about the important achievements of the College and to celebrate! It will be a thoroughly memorable evening in itself so why not get together with your friends and organise a table of ten. Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased from the Executive Officer, Wendy Gratwick, at the College or by filling in the order form inserted in this Quarterly and enclosing your cheque or credit card authorisation. The tickets will be sent to you . More information can be found in the parent notice or contact Jeremy AlIen on 368 3466 (work) or 332 5927 (home).
SPORT AND RECREATION
Jump rope for heart AS part of the College's annual fund raising event for the National Heart Foundation students from Years 5, 6 and 7 participated in the Skipathon to "Jump Rope for Heart". Students were required to skip non- top for 45 minutes either as part of a group or as individual entrants. To add to the fun groups came in costume of their choice. The sponsorship of this event enabled the College to donate $540.00 to the National Heart Foundation. Below, some of our tudents show off their co tumes and how they can "Jump Rope for Heart".
Rebecca powers away in the pool REBECCA Joyce (Year 8) recently broke two record when she competed in the College's interhouse championships at the Superdrome. And if that wasn't enough, he then went on to win all her events at the interschool championships. Rebecca's swimming career has really taken off in 1990 - at the beginning of the year she competed in the State Championship and won medals in a number of events. She qualified for the Australian age champion hips he had not but decided not to compete a fully recovered from illness. Her training schedule, one and a half hours from 5.30am and another thre hour from 4pm, six days a week, is preparing her for th State winter competition to be held in August. Rebecca hope to corn pet in the national championships in Sydney early next year.
Hidden star MICHAEL Close (Year 9) has been declared a "hidden star" in the new letter of the South Thornlie Red Sox Softball Club. In recent matches he has achieved succe s a a pitcher and catcher although he had previously always played hort-stop throughout his softball career. In one match, when a ked to pitch, he struck out four batt r and two week later when the catcher wa hurt Michael t pped in and wa ubsequently named "Man of the Match".
Blake the ace ALL Saints' student, Blake Brinklow, has recently enjoyed international succe splaying tennis in ew Zealand and We t Germany. Blake wa cho en as the 0 I play r in the 15 year age group in We tern u tralia although he i till only aged 14. The Challenge Team (two boys and two girls) which travelled to New Zealand won in Wellington, lost in Hamilton and drew their match in Auckland. Blake defeated the No 2, 16-year-old player from New Zealand which was a remarkable achievement. In We t Germany Blake pent fiv week playing in a number of challenge matche where he reached the quarter final. The multinational tournaments were played in Hamburg, Frankfurt and Wolfsburg and gave the Australian team the opportunity to meet talented players from many European countries.
Touring tigers ALL Saint' tudents, athan lone and Guy Taylor-Rennie have just completed a tour of the orthern Territory with the under-15 W A Junior Ba eball Tiger Academy Touring Squad. The boys travelled by road to Darwin playing matches at a number of town in the northwe t en route. After competing in the round robin competition the team toured Kakadu ational Park and visited theOrd River cheme before returning to Perth.
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