Galen Catholic College Reflections Newsletter Issue 4 2021 by Galen Catholic College

ISSUE 4 Galen Catholic College Newsletter

APRIL 23, 2021

2012 Graduate Des Flanagan to star in Moulin Rouge! The Musical Sometimes dreams do come true - often through shear hard work and determination. This is certainly the case for 2012 Galen Alumni Des Flanagan who was last week announced as one of the leading cast members in the upcoming stage show, Moulin Rouge! The Musical. Cast as Christian, Des will perform alongside fellow lead Alinta Chidzey as Satine at Melbourne's Regent Theatre.

Beautiful Game with Manilla Street Productions. Other credits include Grease the Arena Experience (Harvest Rain) and The Songs of Pasek and Paul: You Will Be Found. Screen credits include the short film Rabbits, written and directed by Riley Sugars, for which he was nominated for Best Lead Actor at Black Bird International Film Festival New York. In just the past few days Des has appeared in a number of media channels including The Age, Herald Sun, Channel 7, 9, 10 and of course his Galen Drama teacher Julie Nolan is over the moon. “I am absolutely thrilled for Des, that he has landed this wonderful, life-changing role. It was clear from the moment Des took to the stage in the College Productions, that he was destined to shine. An extremely talented performer with a wonderful work ethic, who was very popular amongst the cast and crew.”

From his role as the Tin Man in Galen’s 2012 production of Wizard of Oz to the big stage is an amazing achievement from Des’s humble beginnings growing up in Beechworth. Des commented, “I was lucky enough to see the show (Moulin Rouge) on Broadway and was struck by how immersive the entire experience was; it was like nothing I’d seen before. It’s been a dream of mine to play this character, and to be able to do so in my home state is extremely special.” Des studied Musical Theatre at the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) and since graduating had landed a number of roles. These include a short stint on Neighbours in 2017, and a number of musicals. A highlight being Handa Opera’s West Side Story on Sydney Harbour and he most recently played Thomas in The

Tickets to Moulin Rouge! The Musical went on sale in February 2021, breaking the Regent Theatre record for the single biggest day of pre-sale tickets sold, ahead of performances scheduled commencing August 13, 2021. The Australian production of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will not only be the first international production of the musical, but due to the ongoing Broadway shutdown, Melbourne will be the only place in the world the show can be seen when performances begin in August. Everyone at Galen wishes Des all the best!

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Faith in our Future

Galen Catholic College acknowledges the Traditional Owners of country the Yorta Yorta Nations including all 8 clan groups and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

Upcoming Events To view the Galen Calendar for upcoming events, simply login to PAM and see the ‘Calendar’ section. If you’re having any issues logging onto PAM, please contact the school office on: Admin-Enquiry@galen.vic.edu.au or the SIMON Co-ordinator: john.pasztor@galen.vic.edu.au

Wellbeing Links Email: wellbeing@galen.vic.edu.au Phone: 0357216322 Beyond Blue: beyondblue.org.au 1300 22 4636

Lifeline: lifeline.org.au Gateway Health: (03) 5723 2000 Headspace: headspace.org.au eheadspace.org.au 1800 650 890

Uniform Shop Opening Hours Tuesday: 9am - 5pm Thursday: 8am - 4pm Phone: 03 5723 8320 Email: galen@midford.com.au

MensLine: mensline.org.au 1300 78 99 78 Head to Health: headtohealth.gov.au

Kids Helpline: kidshelp.com.au 1800 55 1800

Mindspot: mindspot.org.au 1800 61 44 34

Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement: grief.org.au

SANE Australia: sane.org 1800 18 7263

GriefLine Community and Family Services: griefline.org.au

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For student absences, phone: 5721 6322 Or email: absences@galen.vic.edu.au

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Our Faith. Our Story. Our Identity.

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Our Learning

Our Community

Our Culture

1. Our Faith. Our Story. Our Identity. Living with Faith & Integrity Our faith is nourished through Gospel values woven through every dimension of life at Galen. 2. Our Learning Growing through Learning Our learning is provided in a meaningful, student-centred stimulating environment that engages, supports and recognises individual aspirations and achievements. 3. Our Community Connecting as Community Our community values the reciprocal relationships that foster and enhance success in our broader community. 4. Our Culture Enriched by our Culture Our culture supports life-long learning, as well as a positive, inclusive and collaborative educational environment directed towards becoming leaders in learning.

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LEARNING & TEACHING AT GALEN

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Year 7 Camp

FIRST, in so many ways. The first camp for year 7 students. The first time we all were together. The first time for a F.I.R.S.T camp (Faith, Integrity, Respect, Self, Team). As our four coaches drove past Mt. Beauty and up the winding way towards Bogong Village the weather decided to give us an extra challenge, RAIN! ‘Anyone can do adventure in fair weather’ they said. ‘Us, Galen students and staff are tougher than that, bring on the rain’. It does make you proud to be Galen when you see students and staff working together. Completing challenge after challenge, in trying conditions without even acknowledging that the weather could be a tad better. The memories we formed

in the rain, mud, on the ropes, attached to a harness, with the bow and arrow, in the dining room or on the walk up the hill, will last forever and so might the bonds we made. Bye for now, Howmans Gap, see you again next year, for another F.I.R.S.T camp. Jonas Anderberg Junior School Leader

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Year 8s to feature in Elemental Exhibition Year 8 students Abbey McLaughlin, Charlie Whitechurch and Emily Younger are will be featured in a show titled 'Elemental' at Wangaratta Library's Bainz Gallery. The Opening evening is Thursday the 22nd April. The three students will also speak at the Where Arts Meets Science event which will be held at the GOTafe Auditorium, Wangaratta on Thursday 29 April, 5.15pm – 7.00pm as part of GANEAA's Across The Arts Forum.

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Yr 9 Photography/Print

Mrs. Bourke and Mrs. Hunter’s yr 9 Photography/Print classes have spent the term focusing on a range of ‘camera-less photography techniques’. We completed many fun and interesting tasks including making a Cyanotype and making a Photogram. This involved using the darkroom chemical process. Going into the darkroom was a strange but fun experience and we felt more confident in the processes by the end of the term. Our final assignment, and the highlight for many of us, was to create a functional pinhole camera. We taped and painted the inside of a shoebox or milo tin black and cut a fingersized hole into the side. Then we covered the hole with a metal sheet that had a pinhole in the centre. This would be the lens. Before we used the cameras we needed to make a shutter with black paper. This kept the light from entering the box until the shutter was pulled down and the light could enter. We then placed some photo paper on the inside of the camera, opposite to the pinhole in the darkroom. The we went out to take our photographs. After 5 or so minutes of the camera in position, we could cover it up again and return to the darkroom, to complete the chemical process and reveal the image. We had a range of final results, some more successful than others. But we were impressed that most of

us got a successful image, and to think it was with a homemade camera! We look forward to learning about Pop Art and the lino-printing process next term. Written by Sarah McInnes and Hannah Mason Photo’s by Eva Kelly and Elody D’Agostino

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Term 2 Parent Information Sessions Good afternoon Galen Parents/Guardians, I hope your children have all had an enjoyable break and are ready for the start of term 2 this Monday 19th April. Please find below some important parent information for the start of Term 2. Kirra Pendergast – Safe on Social expert Parent workshop – Thurs 29th April – 6pm Galen College Auditorium Galen Catholic College is excited to welcome social media expert Kirra Pendergast. Kirra has over 20 years experience in cyber safety and has taught online safety to over 400,000 students across Australia. Kirra will be visiting Galen on Thursday 29th April and Friday 30th April. On Thursday 29th April at 6pm in the Galen College Auditorium Kirra will deliver a Parent/Guardian information session. All parents are encouraged and invited to attend this very worthwhile information session. Below is a summary and description as to what will be covered in the parent information session. Please see attachment also. Concerned about your children’s safety on social media? Looking for the answers but not sure where to turn? The Safe on Social Media presentation and Q&A session delivers real life case studies and strategies to help parents support their children. Topics covered but not limited to: • Online safety and using social media with awareness. • What you signed up for – we explain terms and conditions of use and what they mean. • Keeping your personal information private. • Sexting and image-based abuse and the law. (ageappropriate). • Online stranger danger and what grooming might look like and what to do. • Cyber-bullying, online harassment, and how to report it. • Known scams, hoaxes, deepfake, fake news, and misinformation. • Group Chats and strategies to manage them better. • Identity theft. • Legal responsibilities. • Privacy settings. • Online gaming safety. • Strategies to build resilience • Posting and sharing photos and the law. • Respectful online relationships and consent. • How to create a positive digital footprint. We also leave plenty of time for questions. We also cover the most popular social media apps and trends what they are, how they work, security, and privacy tips for safe use as we know “don’t” doesn’t work.

Term 2 - Winter Uniform The start of term 2 marks the start of wearing winter uniform. The school will allow a 2 week transition period for students to move into the winter uniform as the temperature starts to fall. Monday 3rd May (Week 3 – Term 2) will be the date that all students must be in their winter uniform. Students also now been provided with a hook in their locker to hang their school blazer if they decide to take it off. Please find attached the school uniform policy and brochure for reference. Vaping – A webinar for parents and carers – Thursday 22nd April – 7:30pm – 8:30pm Headspace has passed on the information below for all parents and carers in regards the increase in cases of young people vaping across Australia. The information provided will be via a FREE webinar and will require registration. Please click on the link below to register; www.eventbrite.com/e/vaping-a-webinar-for-parentsand-carers-tickets-147025343761

If you have any questions or concerns in regards to any of the information above please let me know. We look forward to welcoming all of our students for the commencement of term 2 on Monday 19th April. Pat Arcuri Deputy Principal – Staff & Students Pat.Arcuri@galen.vic.edu.au

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Focus on VET

VET BUILDING

The Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship - Carpentry is a first step to getting an apprenticeship in the building industry or in carpentry. It is a comprehensive course based on hands-on experiences. It involves both theory and practical skills in building and construction, with an emphasis on carpentry. This course aims to help students to complete broad-based training in housing and commercial construction, equipping you with the type of skills and knowledge an employer looks for when hiring an apprentice. This comprehensive course covers all aspects of domestic carpentry and is the perfect starting point for a career in the building and construction industry. Our course, specialising in carpentry, covers all skills and knowledge required for domestic building, at the entry level, including all the tools and equipment used by carpenters. Carpenters are the key players in domestic house construction - they're the first on site, and the last to leave. While carpenters have their specific skills and tasks to perform in the building process, carpenters must have knowledge of all other trades, as a carpenter's work often accommodates the other trades who follow them.

VET ENGINEERING

There is a shortage of metal workers in Victoria, with only 44% of vacancies filled in 2018. Demand for metal fabricators and tradespeople is expected to rise, making this a perfect time to choose Melbourne Polytechnic’s Certificate II in Engineering Pathways (Fabrication and Mechanical Stream). Fabricators and metal workers work across a wide variety of fields and industries. Typical tasks may include assembling and dismantling precision instruments, repairing and replacing defective machinery parts, reassembling articles using hand and power tools, calibrating precision instruments and welding machine parts to join pieces or repair faults. You’ll graduate ready for a job in various employment sectors such as the food industry, pharmaceuticals, mining, and construction. • • • • • • •

Boilermaker Vehicle Mechanic Manufacturing Tradesperson Machinery Mechanic Metal Fabricator Toolmaker Ducting Fabricator

Career opportunities, include: • apprentice carpenter • trades assistant in the building industry • labourer

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VET AGRICULTURE

Monday 29th March the VET Agriculture students visited GrainCorp in Dookie where Brenton Doig the site manager gave them a tour of the facilities. After a record harvest it was great to see the site still a hive of activity with lots to talk about. Brenton gave the students an overview of what a Workplace Induction looks like for a commercial farm business as well as information on the company. The students learnt the process of ‘sampling’ when the trucks arrive with a load of wheat, barley or canola and the final destination for them all. Brenton was able to step the students through the company policies, OH & S procedures and work health and safety procedures. It was a valuable day and everyone came away with a greater understanding of work health and safety processes.

VCE VET SPORT & RECREATION

Term 1 was a busy one for our VCE VET Sport & Recreation students. Our Unit 3 & 4 students have been exploring Work Health & Safety in a recreation context going Bike Riding and Rock Climbing and assessing the potential risks and how to minimize these to keep clients safe. Students also worked with Matt Dillion from Blue Earth looking at different ways to engage people in physical activity. These experiences help to build confidence and broaden our student’s “tool kits” of skills to be able to apply to their own coaching competencies. Working with our CREW Primary Schools is one of our favorite things to do. The Unit 1 & 2 students have been fortunate to work with Chaye Crimmins from Netball Victoria to help develop skills and knowledge about teaching Netball skills and games to Primary school students. They are about to embark on a 5-week series of coaching clinics where they work with grades 5 & 6 students to teach them the basics of Netball and run a round robin competition at their school. We look forward to sharing photos of this experience soon. 7

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2021 Galen Bookmark Design Competition Winner The Galen 2021 Bookmark Design Competition has been won by Aaron Cole, with his original drawing (pictured below). The competition this year was very strong, with entries received from all year levels. Aaron’s design was chosen for its unique, engaging and skillful interpretation of a love of reading and books. The design has been printed onto 200 bookmarks that have been handed out to classes and staff. So far the response has been very positive, with many blown away by Aaron’s design. There are still copies available at the library circulation desk for anyone that would like to adorn their reading material with a unique piece of art! If you are inspired by Aaron’s design, the 2022 design competition will be launched in term 4 when all students will have the opportunity to submit their original design. Will your artwork be the 2022 winner? Sara Korman - Head of Library

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Galen’s Alumni - Our Young Achievers

Galen Alumni (2019 graduates) Madalynn Baumanis and Rutvik Chaudhary had the honour of attending the 2021 7News Young Achiever Awards last Friday, alongside local MP Tania Maxwell, Cr Ashlee Fitzpatrick and Galen Teacher Maree Timms. A fabulous Wangaratta Contingent. Maddy was a semi finalist in the Leadership Award ( Nominated by ZONTA members) for her leadership and volunteer efforts with Mental Health activities, Zonta Birthing Kits and STEM Initiatives throughout her time at Galen through a the VEX Robotics Program and her volunteering experiences at the VEX National and World Championships, as well as leading “Girl Powered” workshops in the community. Lindsay Fiddes: “Zonta have recognised Maddy’s leadership abilities and potential, through winning the Zonta 2019 Young woman in Public Affairs Award, and it was wonderful to see her get to the semi finalist stage in the Young Achiever Awards. We all are keen to continue following Maddy’s future journey” Maddy: “To be nominated was a great feeling, then to get to the semi final stage was absolutely incredible, especially after seeing all the other nominees and winners on the night. I feel so grateful for the opportunities that have come my way. I hope that I will continue to give back to the community, as

the local Galen and Zonta communities have given me so much.” Rutvik was there to represent the Galen VEX Robotics Kibo Team, who were nominated by local state MP Tania Maxwell. Tania has been a great supporter of Galen VEX and wanted to showcase their success in representing Australia in the first KIBO Robotics Programming Challenge 2020. Tania: “I’m in awe of what these students have achieved. To represent Australia to successfully complete a space mission on the International Space Station was incredible. To have these students be part of the Young Achiever Awards will show others what regional students can achieve. It will also inspire the team to see what others have achieved. Such a vast array of talented young people on show at the awards ceremony.” Rutvik: “It was an incredible evening, and we can’t thank Tania enough for nominating us. To get up on the stage and represent not only the Galen VEX Kibo Team but the whole Galen VEX Program was a huge honour for me. Seeing what the winners have achieved blew my mind, young people creating world breaking medical research to multi-million dollars start ups. It was crazy to be placed in the same spotlight as these incredible people.

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Year 8 Science under the microscope

Ruby & Audrey

Plant root section

Spinal chord

Headlice

Tongue taste buds

Charlotte & Georgie

Year 8 students have been enjoying using microscopes, as an introduction to their “Cells” topic. Galen Science Dept has a wide variety of pre-prepared scientific microscopic slides, the students were fascinated at what they were seeing through the eyepiece.

Project Compassion 2021 Thank you to all of the staff, students and families who helped to support Project Compassion this year. We ran many activities including sausage sizzles, a casual clothes day, putting Project Compassion boxes in homerooms, an Easter egg raffle, a flower drive and a coin line. In total this year we were able to raise $4,560.22. Congratulations Galen for coming together and supporting this worthy cause.

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Strong family ties to Galen at Deakin Res

“I was very impressed with how modern everything was and how comfortable I felt being there. Deciding to live on res was an easy decision as it’s a great way to meet new people and form new friends.”

Moving away from home to attend university has long been a rite of passage for many students and for Henry and Hailey Silva, and Lachlan and Jasmine Carboon, living on campus at Deakin Res has become somewhat of a family tradition. Funnily enough, all four are also graduates of Galen Catholic College. Henry and Hailey, siblings from the small country town of Myrrhee in Victoria’s north-east, both currently call Deakin’s Burwood campus home. Hailey is studying Environmental Science (Wildlife and Conservation Biology), first moving onto res in 2019, whilst Henry, studying Biomedical Science, arrived this year. Hailey was first to set the trend in her family, electing to study at Deakin because of the high ranking of her course of study. Choosing to apply to live on campus, she notes that she was keen to find “…a community where I could connect with people with similar interests.” Safety was also a top priority. “I was also looking for somewhere that felt safe as a young woman moving out of home for the first time, and res provided that.” Choosing to study and live on campus was also an easy decision for Hailey’s brother, Henry, who notes that Deakin offered the course in which he was interested, and multiple family members including cousins, his parents and more recently, his sister, had all studied at the university. Henry and Hailey note that living on campus offers a number of benefits. “There’s lots of nice people, the internet is much better than at home, classes are close to where I live and my roommates are awesome” says Henry. He’s also loved the diverse residential experience programs on offer. “I’ve attended a few events already, including boardgames and movie nights, and enjoyed them immensely.” For Hailey, convenience is paramount highlighting that “…the opportunities to meet new people and feel included in a community have made my time on res really positive and helped me to grow as a person.” Lachlan and Jasmine, another brother and sister duo, share a similar story. Jasmine is in her third year of studying Design and Visual Communication, whilst Lachlan is in his first year of a degree in Mechatronics Engineering. Lachlan notes that his experiences visiting the Burwood campus really cemented his decision to choose to study and live at Deakin.

Deakin was Jasmine’s top pick because of the flexibility of her course, offering plenty of free electives for her to explore other design subjects. Her decision to live on campus was actually made before she even chose her university. “I didn’t want a long commute or to have to rely on public transport, and I recognized that living on campus was a good way to ease myself into independent living, and the perfect way of sharing the experience with people like myself.” Whilst only a few weeks into the year, Lachlan loves the residential environment. “I enjoy meeting new people and creating new networks, so it only took me one night to become close friends with everyone in my room. I’ve also really enjoyed the pool tables they have on res. It’s great way to relax after a big day and have some fun.” Having lived on campus for a few years now, Jasmine appreciates “…the freedom, the people and the fact that it’s super easy to get to class. Deakin Res is always holding events like food trucks, live music, morning walks and board game nights, which I love.” Whilst some might think it’s not ideal to move away from home only to then end up living in the same residence and at the same campus as your sibling, Henry actually highlights it’s been of great benefit. “It’s nice, when I feel homesick I have a member of my family close at hand.” Hailey also adds, “…it’s been great so far, we’ve been able to support each other through the transition of moving, and in our day to day lives.” Lachlan has also had a similar experience. “I enjoy having my sister on campus because she has experience being at Deakin. She knows where everything is and how everything works. It’s great when I am travelling around the campus and I run into her and get to have a little chat.” When asked if living on campus at Deakin Res had lived up to their expectations, all four provide a resounding ‘yes!’ Whilst it’s only early days for Henry and Lachlan, having only lived on campus for a few weeks, both note that the experience has been even better than they were anticipating. Hailey and Jasmine can’t speak more highly of their time thus far. “Living on res is a great experience that I would recommend you take if you can” notes Hailey, whilst Jasmine reports, “…it’s been wicked. Ten out of ten would recommend it to anyone considering it.” Sourced from: https://blogs.deakin.edu.au/deakinres/2021/03/31/strong-familyties-at-deakin-res/

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Catholic Identity 2021

Faith in our Future Easter

Glowrey Feast Day

Having Easter at the end of term 1 and the commencement of the holidays provided much needed family time and time for reflection on the important things and people in our lives. Easter reminds us each year that we can renew ourselves and be transformed by the selfless love we find in our families, with friends and in our community.

Farewell Fr Mike The Wangaratta Parishes farewelled Fr Mike Puller with Mass and and morning tea on Sunday. There were a number of staff, parents in attendance and Mr Bernard Neal presented Fr Mike with a gift and words of thanks on behalf of the Galen College community. Fr Mike has been a strong supporter of Galen with involvement in the College Advisory Council, with the employment of senior leaders and advice and support on a range of matters. We wish him well with his move to the Beechworh parish where he will still have a connection of may of our Galen families.

Glowrey House celebrated today with an assembly in the morning and a Trivia Night in the evening. Congratulations to all of the Glowrey staff and students who have made it a significant day in the college calendar. Dr Sr Mary Glowrey was a trailblazer in a number of ways including as the first religious to be granted permission by, the pope at the time, to work as a medical Doctor due to her important work in India. She has a fascinating life story that will provide the Glowrey students with plenty of material for inspiration and motivation.

Staff Cultural Awareness PD Catholic Identity Day was titled “Walking Together” and was the culmination of about 18 months of work by Sara Korman and Tim Ellis with the Sandhurst Aboriginal Network after being successful in receiving a grant for Social Justice through the Arts. It was a very engaging and informative day for staff which helped all of us to gain greater insight, understanding and empathy regarding aboriginal education and supporting the aboriginal families in our community. Keynote speakers were Jandamarah Cadd a prominent artist who resides in the Sunshine Coast and Glennys Briggs who is the new Gallery Director at Burraja Gallery in Albury. The Galen Aboriginal Education Policy was launched by Mr Michael Chisholm who umpacked the foundation stones of the policy and the day began with a smoking ceremony and welcome to country followed by an Aboriginal Sations of the Cross led by Louise Levey, Michael Chisholm and Troy Firebrace from the Sandhurst Aboriginal Network.

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ANZAC Assembly Friday 23rd April 2021

Galen students, staff and special guests commemorated Anzac Day at the college assembly on Friday 23rd April. Students respectfully paused to reflect on those who served our country 104 years ago. Those in attendance were privileged to be joined by Wangaratta RSL Sub-branch President Lieutentant General Ash Power AO, CSC (Retd), Wangaratta RSL Member Major Arthur Bretherton OAM (Retd), Wangaratta RSL Member Mr Kevin Howard OAM, Rural City of Wangaratta Councillor Ashlee Fitzpatrick and Galen Parents' Association President Kim Saunders. College co-captains Archie Gemmill and Aislin James represented the college at the Anzac Day March on Sunday 25th April.

- The Ode -

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. 14

The Ode comes from For the Fallen, a poem by the English poet and writer Laurence Binyon and was published in London in The Winnowing Fan: Poems of the Great War in 1914. This verse, which became the Ode for the Returned and Services League, has been used in association with commemoration services in Australia since 1921.

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Walking Together: Social Justice Through the Arts

Galen Catholic College was the recipient of the Philomena Billington Social Justice Through the Arts Scholarship. It was decided that the scholarship funds would be put towards developing staff and student knowledge of Aboriginal culture and perspectives through a range of art forms including visual arts, dance and music. On the 1st of April staff participated in a number of workshops and keynote addresses from prominent Aboriginal artists including Jandamarra Cadd, Glennys Briggs and Dr Treahna Hamm. Through these experiences staff had the opportunity to learn engaging and culturally appropriate ways to explore Aboriginal perspectives within the curriculum. This included learning about traditional Yorta Yorta weaving, Traditional Aboriginal Games, how to read symbols in Aboriginal art and Yorta Yorta culture. As part of the program we were also thrilled that students and staff had an opportunity to experience the meaningful singing of Breanna Lee Wilson. Breanna is a 15 year old Indigenous performer who has featured in lead roles in the last two State School Spectaculars. Breanna spent time in workshops with Galen Dancers and singers as well as performing two special songs for Galen staff. Later in the year local artist Glennys Briggs will also conduct a workshop with senior student leaders. Artworks developed out of the program will be exhibited in the Mary Mackillop art exhibition in Bendigo later this year.

Glowrey Feast Day

Sara Korman and Tim Ellis

State Swimming Achiever Congratulations to Tayah Martens who was the only Galen student to made it through to State Swimming this year. She achieved two PBs and came 5th in her 50 backstroke and 7th in 50 freestyle. Well done Tayah!

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Senior Volleyball The senior boy's volleyball team had a great day on Thursday 25th March. The team consisted of Sam Henderson, Charlie, Luke, Lukas, Sam Marher, Brodie, and Rufus. During the day we only dropped 1 set which was a fantastic effort as a team. We are all very excited for the next round in the 2nd week of term 2. - Charlie Young The girls team consisted of Chloe Shallue, Keeley Sheridan, Jessie Naus, Viveka Pizzini-Smith, Georgia McGuffie, Jenna Woods and even though it was the first time they played together, they learned a lot and had a very fun day!

Senior Tennis

After not playing in 2020 due to inclement weather and then Covid, the Senior Tennis squads were very keen to fire up this year. Following a few solid hit outs during lunchtimes, the teams were named and ready to play. Unfortunately Joe Allen tore his ACL playing footy just prior to tournament day, so Lachie was selected to step up and fill the void. Beth, Emily, Lucy and Millie played CCW and won convincingly 32 games to 23 with one of their girls forced to retire due to a knee injury. Dan, Jesse, Fraser and Harvey played CCW and won 20 -10. Then Dan, Jesse, Fraser and Lachie played Cathedral College and won 23 -10. Dan and Jesse were outstanding and only dropped 1 game for the day. Thanks Peter O’Donohue for all of your support.

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Year 10 English Macbeth Memes Year 10 English have been studying Macbeth and they have been making memes related to the text as part of their work. These were some examples created by Year 10s in Ms Duff's class at the end of Term 1.

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Brigid 4 make an entrance

Mr Anderberg's Brigid 4 homeroom decided to check out the impressive new main entrance this week, while also doing some creative photography while they were there.

Who’s Who at Galen Leadership Team • Bernard Neal: Principal • Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal - Staff & Students • Dale Gleeson: Deputy Principal - Teaching & Learning • Jim Samon: Deputy Principal - Catholic Identity • Emily Hordern: Business Manager • Kylie Quin: Senior School Leader • Jonas Anderberg: Junior School Leader • Daniel Armitage: Professional Learning Leader • Zoe Tait: Human Resources Leader • Sara Korman: Innovative Curriculum Design Leader • Tess Barnard: Executive Assistant to the Principal • Beth Code: Staff Representative • Anthony Batters: Director of Staffing

Advisory Council • Fr Mike Pullar: Parish Priest • Colin McClounan: Board Chair • Bernard Neal: Principal • Patrick Arcuri: Deputy Principal • Emily Hordern: Business Manager • Lyndel Annett: Staff Representative • Chris Dwyer: Parent Representative • Leah Waring: Parent Representative • Matt Chadban: GPA Representative • Angelo Pomponio: Parent Representative • Glenn Mercer: Parent Representative • Leonie Irwin: Catholic Education Sandhurst representative

Parents Association Executive • President: Kim Saunders • Vice President: Margaret Anderson • Secretary: Cathryn Carboon • Treasurer: Leigh Chadban The Parents Association can be contacted via email: gpa@galen.vic.edu.au Members of the Board can be contacted via the office on 03 5721 6322 or email: admin-enquiry@galen.vic.edu.au

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Principal: Bernard Neal Email: principal@galen.vic.edu.au Phone: 03 5721 6322 Web: www.galen.vic.edu.au

Galen Catholic College 2021 Uniform Policy & Price List

The uniform is a mark of identification with the College and the ideals for which it stands. Therefore it is expected that students will wear the uniform with pride. A uniform should be distinctive, yet comfortable. It should be clean, neat and in good repair - a student’s self image is reflected in the way he or she dresses. By enrolling their child at Galen, parents undertake the responsibility of ensuring that the student is provided with all items of uniform and of ensuring that he or she is correctly dressed for all school occasions. The average cost of the uniform - over 5 days per week for 39 weeks of the year is far from exorbitant when compared with weekend and after school wear. It is therefore expected that students will have sufficient changes to ensure that they are always wearing clothes which fit, are clean and tidy. The official uniform applies to all students in Years 7-12. All items of uniform are to be purchased from the College Uniform Shop. The following stipulations must be followed.

The Summer Uniform must be worn for Terms 1 & 4. Winter Uniform must be worn for Terms 2 & 3. (Unless under extreme changes in weather.) The tartan skirt and summer dress must be knee length. School shoes must be black, polishable, lace up shoes or T-bar shoes. No high-cut boots, sandals, or open, canvas, zip-up or suede shoes are acceptable. This is partly to maintain consistency and partly because of Health and Safety issues. Students must not wear coloured T-shirts or coloured long-sleeved skivvies under their uniform. Headbands should be narrow and either white or navy blue. School scarves must be purchased from the Uniform Shop. Acceptable jewellery is confined to watches, studs or sleepers, and small, simple earrings and necklaces. For OH & S reasons, there should be no bangles, chokers, wrist bands or dangly earrings. Facial piercings are not permitted. Only white coloured socks are acceptable as part of the uniform.

SunSmart Policy

As part of Galen’s strategies to provide a safe school environment, and especially to increase awareness of skin cancer, staff and students are required to wear hats whenever they are outside in Terms 1 and 4. All students are required to wear Galen’s Anti-Cancer Council approved close-weave blue, broad-brimmed hat or the Galen cap hat. Galen also encourages students, parents, teachers and other staff to wear protective clothing and sunscreen during high-risk

times such as lunch times, sports activities, camps and excursions. Students without hats will be restricted to designated shaded areas when they are outside. The school endeavours to provide adequate shade structures for students but students are also expected to make responsible decisions about sun protection. The school will ensure that school uniform and hats are available for purchase from the uniform store. Staff and students will be encouraged to wear sunscreen.

Girls

Boys

All items (excluding white socks) should be purchased from the College Uniform Shop. Please note that Summer Uniform must be worn for Terms 1 & 4. Winter Uniform must be worn for Terms 2 & 3. (Unless under extreme changes in weather.)

Summer Uniform

Winter Uniform

• Summer dress $75 • Navy shorts $40 • Short sleeve shirt $38 • Hat: Cap $15 or Bucket Hat $19 • Tartan skirt • Navy tights • Navy pants • Long sleeve shirt • Blazer • School tie • Cotton Jumper • Wool Jumper

$72 $15 $48 $40 $150 $19 $70 $75

Summer Uniform (Terms 1 & 4)

Winter Uniform (Terms 2 & 3)

• Navy shorts $45 • Short sleeve shirt $38 • Hat: Cap $15 or Bucket Hat $19

• Navy trousers • Long sleeve shirt • Blazer • School tie • Cotton Jumper • Wool Jumper

$55 $40 $150 $19 $70 $75

Sport Uniform Galen’s sport uniform is a unisex one designed for both comfort and durability. It also provides the freedom of movement students need in physical activity. Students are required to wear their college hats during Terms 1 and 4 when participating in outdoor PE and sport activities. Galen has an excellent reputation at sporting carnivals for the distinctive appearance of our teams. When representing Galen in sporting competitions, students are usually expected to wear the College Sport uniform. Exceptions include netball, football and swimming. Shoes should be proper athletic footwear, such as joggers, netball shoes etc. Black leather school shoes are not suitable. Sports uniform items are only available from the Uniform Shop.

Sports Uniform Items • Maroon shorts • Maroon track pants • Maroon wet weather jacket • Blue short sleeve polo • Blue long sleeve polo

• School Bag • Belts • Socks white 3pk • Football shorts • Football socks • Year 12 Jumper

$35 $52 $80 $38 $43

Other Items

$60 $20 - $26 $19 $40 $20 $95

• Shoes • Winter Gloves • Scarf • Beanie • Umbrella

$120 - $130 $10 $20 $15 $22

Prices in this document are correct as of 10th October 2019. Prices may change without notice.

Opening Hours Throughout the school term opening hours are:

Tuesday: 9am – 5pm Thursday: 8am – 4pm Phone: 03 5723 8320 Email: galen@midford.com.au Address: 188 - 244 Phillipson Street, Wangaratta VIC 3677

Order online:

See instructions back page

Secondhand Uniform Shop

Galen’s Secondhand Uniform Shop opens each week on Wednesdays from 1pm – 5pm.

ORDER YOUR GALEN CATHOLIC COLLEGE UNIFORM ONLINE Enjoy the convenience of online shopping. Save time and energy by ordering your uniforms online in six easy steps.

NEW USER INSTRUCTIONS 1. Go to www.midford.com.au 2. Select Galen Catholic College from the Online School Shops tab 3. New users to click the ‘Register New Account’ button 4. Start the registration process by selecting Galen Catholic College from the drop-down menu and add the unique school pass phrase: “Galen1887” 5. Add your personal information, create a username and password 6. Order the items you need, select pick-up in store or option for home delivery FURTHER INFORMATION: galen@midford.com.au Tuesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm Thursday: 8.00am - 4.00pm

188 - 244 Phillipson St, Wangaratta VIC 3677

Concerned about your children’s safety on social media? Looking for the answers but not sure where to turn? The Safe on Social Media presentation and Q&A session delivers real life case studies and strategies to help parents support their children. Topics covered but not limited to: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Online safety and using social media with awareness. What you signed up for – we explain terms and conditions of use and what they mean. Keeping your personal information private. Sexting and image-based abuse and the law. (age-appropriate). Online stranger danger and what grooming might look like and what to do. Cyber-bullying, online harassment, and how to report it. Known scams, hoaxes, deepfake, fake news, and misinformation. Group Chats and strategies to manage them better. Identity theft. Legal responsibilities. Privacy settings. Online gaming safety. Strategies to build resilience Posting and sharing photos and the law. Respectful online relationships and consent. How to create a positive digital footprint.

We also leave plenty of time for questions. We also cover the most popular social media apps and trends what they are, how they work, security, and privacy tips for safe use as we know “don’t” doesn’t work.

DATE: Thursday 29th April

TIME: 6pm Galen Auditorium

Please note this presentation is for ages 18+ After a 20+ year career in Cyber Security and IT Business Consulting, in 2014 Kirra Pendergast founded Safe on Social Media Pty Ltd after experiencing serious and relentless cyberbullying and trolling herself. Kirra is a leading expert on the topic of Cyber Safety and speaks about the topic and her own experience with serious cyber bullying, to 1000’s of people each week. Kirra presents to students K-12, teachers and parents at schools across Australia and New Zealand. She is also regularly asked to speak at legal seminars, government and business events, conferences and consults too, and advises organisations in Australia, the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. Kirra is a regular media commentator on the subject of Cyber Safety.

31 March 2021 Dear Principal, On 31 May 2021, Youth Affairs Council Victoria (YACVic) will be convening a 1-day Reshape Our Future Youth Forum for young people aged 12-25. The event will be run across five in-person locations across Victoria – Melbourne, Mildura, Warrnambool, Lakes Entrance and Wangaratta – as well as online, with all locations joined up via technology. The Youth Forum is being designed and led by young people, and will be opened by the Hon. Ros Spence MP, Minister for Youth. It will feature a diverse range of speakers who are experts of key issues of concern for young people, the majority of whom are young people themselves. There will also be time for participants to share their own perspectives on the topics, and build connections with other young people outside their day to day life. Topics to be covered in the Reshape Our Future Youth Forum are: - Leadership today and tomorrow - Addressing mental health and stigma - Finding meaningful work - Sexual health and healthy relationships - Disability justice and inclusiveness in education - How to be a better ally I am writing to encourage you to support your students to attend the Youth Forum that is closest to your school, as a unique opportunity for exposure to big ideas, youth leadership, and connection with other young people who are passionate about creating a better world. On 1-2 June, immediately following the Youth Forum, the event will continue with a 2-day Youth Sector Conference, for those who work with and support young people. The conference will follow a similar five-location and online format, with the added component of locally run sessions for part of each day. I also encourage you to support teachers and workers from your school to attend, as a unique professional development and networking opportunity. More information about the Youth Forum and Youth Sector Conference can be found at https://www.yacvic.org.au/get-involved/events/reshape-our-future/, and please also find attached a poster for promoting the event to your students and parents. For more information, please contact Derm Ryan at dryan@yacvic.org,au. Yours sincerely,

Katherine Ellis CEO

Youth Affairs Council Victoria Level 2, 235 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Phone 0438 638 734 | info@yacvic.org.au www.yacvic.org.au | ABN: 39 774 045 170

Reshape

Our Future

Youth Forum & Sector Conference May 31–June 2

Reshape Our Future is a 1-day youth forum and 2-day youth sector conference, running across five in-person locations plus online, presented by Youth Affairs Council Victoria (YACVic) from 31 May to 2 June 2021. Today’s generation of young people are facing uncertainty, inequity and unprecedented challenges. That’s why we’re bringing over a thousand young people, workers, policy-makers and decision-makers to connect, build capacity and inspire action to Reshape Our Future.

Our Locations Mildura

Wangaratta

Online

Lakes Entrance

Warrnambool Melbourne

The Youth Forum (31 May) is entirely youth-led and youth-designed. Connect with hundreds of diverse young people (aged 12 to 25) across Victoria and be at the forefront of the movement of young people leading and advocating for change. Find out more here: yacvic.org.au/reshape Scholarships are available to young people experiencing financial hardship, and young people who face marginalisation and are often not represented in youth spaces.

Across The Arts Forum

ATA Evening Program

This is a unique event in Wangaratta, Victoria, where successful artists share their skills and insights through workshops and discussion over four stimulating and creatively charged days. The workshops are open to everyone.

Earth Day & ELEMENTAL Exhibition Celebration Thursday 22 April 5.30pm - 7pm Bainz Gallery, Wangaratta Library

Art Meets Science Evening Event Thursday 29 April 5.15 - 7pm GOTAFE Auditorium

Registration is from 9am at the GOTAFE Auditorium, Docker St. Wangaratta. For info: 0408 109 707 www.ganeaa.com.au - Facebook

Across The Arts Opening

s t r A e h t s s o Acr WORKSHOPS CONCERT FUN

Friday 30 April 5pm - 7pm Wangaratta Art Gallery

Program & booking online

2021 Across The Arts Concert

www.ganeaa.com.au

email: info@ganeaa.com.au

Saturday 1 May 6.30pm $25 ($20 GANEAA members) Vine Hotel, Detour Rd. Wangaratta

Goulburn And North East Arts Alliance

PRESENTS

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Dan Barnett

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ELEMENTAL

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Arts & Sustainability Forum 2021 29 April - 2 May @ GOTAFE Wangaratta

Mal Webb & Kylie Morrigan

Goulburn Arts G o u l b u r n AAnd n d NNorth o r t h EEast ast A r t s Alliance Alliance

Penelope Swales

Featuring a huge, diverse lineup

This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through the Festivals Australia program.

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Jazz legend DAN BARNETT Festival Favourite PENELOPE SWALES Scorching fiddle player KYLIE MORRIGAN Sound-Smith from another planet MAL WEBB Talented locals JAZZARATTA

Don’t miss out on these brilliant workshops, book online now using the security of Trybooking:

www.ganeaa.com.au Program details correct at the time of printing, although subject to change. Please check the website for any updated details.

CHECK OUR WEBPAGE FOR DETAILS OF EVENING EVENTS EARTH DAY CELEBRATION-ART MEETS SCIENCE FORUM ATA OPENING-ATA VINE CONCERT

Image courtesy Helen Hill ‘Exotic Plants’ (detail)

VICTORIA 2021 EASTERN REGIONAL SERIES

SATURDAY 1ST MAY

MITCHELL AVE SKATE PARK COMP

11:00AM SKATE 12:30PM BMX 1:30PM SCOOT

28 Mitchell Avenue, Wangaratta Free entry, all abilities welcome Enrol on the day or online at skateparkleagues.com

@skateparkleagues

MIXED ROCK UP NETBALL

ENQUIRIES wangnetball@westnet.com.au 2021

15 YEARS AND OVER AS A TEAM OR INDIVIDUAL