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College Newsletter Week 2 Term 2 Friday 9 May 2014

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Front page: Miss Lisa Tognolini is plunged into the tank in the popular game, ‘Dunk the Teacher’ at the Feast Day of Blessed Edmund Rice. Read more in the Newsroom.

From the Principal Feast Day of Blessed Edmund Rice

specifically to provide opportunities for

On Monday of this week the College

the holistic development of all of the

celebrated the feast day of Blessed Edmund Rice. We commemorated this occasion by celebrating Mass at the Basilica and engaging in a variety of activities and competitions at school throughout the afternoon. I know that the staff and students had tremendous fun celebrating our founder’s feast day and that a significant amount of money was raised for donation towards the various charitable works undertaken in the name

young people in our schools. We share that task with our sibling schools in this state (Aquinas College, CAC Bindoon and Trinity College), with the dozens of other schools in this country under the guidance of Edmund Rice Education Australia and with schools around the world that share our heritage.

Blessed Edmund Rice was a remarkable man who worked tirelessly throughout

of Edmund Rice throughout the world.

his life for the good of others, particularly

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continue the work of our founder and

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those cast to the margins of society as a education. We gratefully acknowledge his sacrifice and that of all of those who have followed him. We recognise their

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Brother Pat Kelly speaking at Mass on the feast day of Blessed Edmund Rice

contribution to the blessings we currently

Mothers’ Day

discern what is right and the ability to

enjoy at CBC.

This morning saw many mothers and

love as we have been loved by them.

The prayer below will be well known to many in our community and certainly has not lost any relevance for our contemporary lives despite the passing of the years.

Prayer of Thanks for Blessed Edmund Rice O God, we thank you for the life of Edmund Rice.

He opened his heart to Christ present in those oppressed by poverty and injustice.

May we follow his example of faith and generosity.

Grant us the courage and compassion of Edmund as we seek to live lives of love and service.

Amen.

grandmothers attend the College to begin the celebration of what we all hope will be a wonderful weekend for them. The liturgy which began the morning gave each of the boys a special opportunity to acknowledge their mum and to let them

At least for this Sunday, I hope all of our mums get suitably spoilt and are reminded of how much they are needed and loved by their families.

know the essential part they play in their

College Family Mass

lives. The morning tea which followed

Our first of two College Family Masses

gave the mums a chance to re-acquaint

for this year will be held at St Patrick’s

themselves with old friends and to make

Basilica on Saturday, 24 May at 6.00pm. I

some new ones.

encourage all families to attend this mass in support of your sons and in solidarity

In the lives of young men, the role of

with the primary mission of our school.

mother is a very complex one. The

I’m sure that your regular parishes will

beautiful hymn, Hail Mary: Gentle

understand your absence for this one

Woman is part of our Catholic faith

weekend.

tradition and contains the line, ‘teach us wisdom, teach us love.’ Perhaps these

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teachings are the two greatest gifts we

Principal

receive from our mums; the wisdom to

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8 May 2014

Jordan wins national Youth of the Year CBC Fremantle Year 12 student Jordan Green was initially reluctant to enter the Lions Youth of the Year Quest but the national winner is glad he did.

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8 May 2014

Senior students visit the nation’s capital Over the April school holidays, 13 Year 11 and 12 students travelled to Canberra and Sydney for a valuable learning experience supporting curriculum studies in Economics and Geography.

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8 May 2014

Music Camp Last Friday, the CBC bands and ensembles packed up and headed to Woodman Point Recreation Camp for three days of rehearsals, culminating in a performance for the boys’ families Read more...

7 May 2014

Festival celebrates Blessed Edmund Rice Despite the glowering rain clouds, there was no gloom in sight at CBC Fremantle’s festival to celebrate The Feast of Edmund Rice at the beginning of this week Read more...

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Calendar Week 2 Term 2 2014

College Information Monday 12 May Photo Day Monday is Mentor Group and individual Photo Day. Students are required to be in full winter uniform with polished shoes and neat hair.

Photo order forms will be distributed early next week, and parents have until 23 May to return the order to be able to receive the discount price.

Sport and Music group photos are scheduled in third term.

Important notice regarding student absences from the College

Monday 12 May Photo Day Mentor & Individuals Tuesday 13 May NAPLAN Testing Year 11 ODE Camp -2 Wednesday 14 May

Year 11 ODE Camp - 2 Thursday 15 May Mass 8.15am (Morgan 1, 2, 3 & 4) Year 12 PES Fremantle Dockers Excursion Friday 16 May Year 12 Careers Expo Rice House fundraiser

Student Services require student absences to be notified by 9.00am by either emailing absentee@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au or telephoning 9430 2007.

Mrs Jennifer Giancaspro is Secretary of Student Services and can be contacted at students@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au. Mrs Violet Gohr is no longer working at CBC Fremantle and any emails sent to her direct address will not be received by CBC. Please ensure you use the correct address when contacting the College.

Put these dates in your diary...

1, 2 and 3 July Lord of the Flies College Drama production Tickets on sale now

CBC City to Surf It’s time to start training for the Chevron City to Surf, which is on 31 August. Join in a training schedule with members of your CBC community to encourage your commitment to this fantastic event and raise your fitness level.

Beginners training group: Tuesday and Thursday at 4.40pm All levels: Wednesday 5.30am, Friday 5.15am and Sunday 6.30am Everyone welcome! All enquiries can be directed to Sally Northeast at sallyn@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au.

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NAPLAN 2014 Next week our Year 7 and 9 students

undertake the NAPLAN to the best of

will sit the NAPLAN tests. This year the

their ability and we encourage parents to

NAPLAN has increased significance for

discuss this with their sons.

students, especially in Year 9.

The schedule for both Year 7 and 9 The new requirements for WACE

NAPLAN is as follows:

certification at the end of Year 12 mean

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students have to achieve a Band 8 in

Period 2

Language and

Year 9 NAPLAN for Numeracy, Reading

Conventions

and Writing or sit the Online Literacy and

Period 3

Writing

Numeracy Assessment (OLNA) during Year 10 to 12 to demonstrate competency

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in these areas.

Period 3 & 4

Many students are capable of this

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benchmark in Year 9, while most will

Period 2

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reach it in the Year 10 OLNA.

Period 3

Numeracy

It is, therefore, essential that students

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Senior students visit the nation’s capital

Isaac Pollard with his silver medal in Sydney

Over the April school holidays, 13 Year 11 and 12 students travelled to Canberra and Sydney for an invaluable learning experience supporting curriculum studies in Economics and Geography.

From exploring Australia’s seat of national government at Parliament House and Old Parliament House, to interacting and gaining an insight into Australia’s elite athletes at the AIS, to building our knowledge of the nation’s economic decision-making with visits to the Reserve Bank of Australia and Treasury, the inaugural Canberra Tour exceeded the expectations of all participants.

Students from CBC Fremantle have undertaken an education Tour of the national capital. On this Tour they were given the opportunity to participate in a variety of educational programs with a focus on Australia’s history, culture, heritage and democracy.

The Australian government recognises the importance of all young Australians being able to visit the national capital as part of their Civics and Citizenship education. To assist families in meeting the cost of the excursion the Australian government is contributing funding of $240 per student under the parliament and Civics Education Rebate program towards those costs. The rebate is paid directly to the school upon completion of the Tour.

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Isaac Pollard with his silver medal in Sydney

CBC swims well in Sydney Congratulations to Isaac Pollard for

finish second and was awarded the silver

Isaac Pollard – 200m Breaststroke,

winning silver in the 100m Breaststroke

medal.

200m Individual Medley, 4 x 50m

at the 2014 National Age Championships

Medley relay, 100m Breaststroke and

held in Sydney in the April school

Along with Isaac, there were five other

400m Individual Medley.

holidays.

CBC boys racing at the national meet.

Jack Swainson – raced in the 200m

Solomon Wright received bronze in the

(placed 44) and 400m Freestyle

Isaac qualified in the top 10 for the heats

200m Individual Medley and the other

(placed 26); the 4x100m Freestyle Relay

in the 200m and 100m Breaststroke,

swimmers performed well against the

(placed 18) and 4x200m Freestyle Relay

giving him a spot in the final. He came

strong competition.

(placed 15).

Solomon Wright – raced in the 100m

fourth in the 200m, just missing out on bronze by .61 of a second.

Rafael Cipriano – raced 50m (placed

(placed 16) and 200m Breaststroke

19) and 100m Freestyle (placed 28) and

(placed 18); 200m Individual Medley

Isaac had qualified with the fastest time

4x100m Freestyle Relay (placed 20).

(placed 3) and the 4x100m Freestyle

in the final of the 100m Breaststroke,

Samuel Harlick – raced 100m (placed 46)

Relay (placed 14) and the 4x100m Medley

putting the pressure on. However, he

and 200m Freestyle (placed 36).

Relay (placed 12).

managed to harness his nerves and,

Luke Mertens – raced in the 4x50m

despite turning in fifth position at the

Freestyle Relay (placed 6).

50m mark, had a sensational comeback to

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CBC FREMANTLE PRESENTS

BY WILLIAM GOLDING ADAPTED BY NIGEL WILLIAMS PRODUCED BY ROSALBA JEFFREYS

1, 2 and 3 July 2014 at 7pm CBC Fremantle | Arts Learning Area Tickets $5 child/$10 adult/$20 family at www.cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au CBC Fremantle Newsletter | Week 2 Term 2

Community Notices It is the policy of CBC Fremantle to distribute information when requested regarding community activities and details about educational programmes. This does not imply that CBC endorses these activities or the information. Please provide information in an unformatted Word document to enquiries@CBCFremantle.wa.edu.au. Submissions will be accepted at the discretion of CBC Fremantle.

Tennis Coaching @ The Melville Tennis Centre All ages and abilities are welcome, classes all year round & holidays. Call Glen 0433 340 646 or email glen@poptennis.com.au for information.

NEW Diocesan Youth Music Team – seeking musicians & singers.

Are you a young person passionate about playing or singing and passionate about your faith? Keen to work with new musicians and singers? The Catholic Youth Ministry office is seeking musicians and singers to form two Diocesan Youth Music teams to be able to lead music at a variety of youth events throughout the year. This will include playing at teens and young adults rally nights, retreat weekends and other selected youth events throughout the year. Instrumentalists will include: keyboards, guitar, bass guitar and drums. Other instrumentalists are encouraged to join too. Musicians and singers must be 16 years old or older. Contact CYM to arrange an audition before 30 April by email: admin@cym.com.au , call 9422 7912 or send a Facebook message.

Catholic musician - Steve Angrisano Perth tour Two years ago, Steve Angrisano came to Perth for the first time and led an amazing night for more than 400 young people. Last year he was featured in Melbourne at the Australian Catholic Youth Festival, leading over 3,000 young people in music, prayer and praise. Steve returns in 2014 to Perth: Saturday 24 May Saturday at 7-9pm – Youth rally with Steve Angrisano and Bishop Sproxton – Tickets $10 each. (All ages event) Venue: Aranmore Catholic College, 41 Franklin Street, Leederville.

Sunday 25 May at 2-4pm – Music workshop – Tickets $15 each. Venue: TBC Monday 24 May at 7-9pm – Youth leaders and RE teachers’ workshop – Tickets $15 each. Venue: TBC Sessions will sell out fast so purchase your tickets early. To purchase tickets or for more information: www.cym.com.au or 9422 7912.

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St Michael’s School Bassendean celebrates centenary St. Michael’s School, Bassendean, cordially invites past students and staff to a celebration of 100 years of growing in faith and knowledge, to be held on Saturday 24 May 2014 commencing at 11am. Celebrations start with Mass officiated by the Most Reverend Archbishop Timothy Costelloe at St. Joseph’s Church, Hamilton Street, Bassendean.

A shared Agape meal and the opportunity to view classrooms and displays will follow Mass.

RSVP by 9 May by calling 6278 9888 or email admin@stmichaelsbass.wa.edu.au St. Michael’s School 4 James Street, Bassendean WA 6054

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