KRB News Issue 09 – 21 june 2013
A de ep r espe ct f o r in t e l l e c t u al values
SACRED HEART DAY CELEBRATIONS
FROM THE Deputy PRINCIPAL Feast of the Sacred Heart 2013 Our celebration of the Feast of the Sacred Heart on Thursday has been a wonderful way to conclude Term 2. There was a real sense of belonging to a special community, engendered particularly by the students, as they participated in the celebration. The day began with students from Kindergarten to Year 12, Sisters of the Sacred Heart, staff, parents and Board members gathering for a Eucharist in the MTC celebrated by Father Phillip Watkins. The festive atmosphere was demonstrated by both students and staff dressing in red and white for the occasion. We were privileged to have at our Mass the Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Heart and to express our appreciation to them for inspiring us in the spirit of the Sacred Heart. Following the Mass, we held an Assembly for our Years 3-12, during which Sister Philomene Tiernan RSCJ presented the Madeleine Sophie Awards. A feature of the Assembly was the Notre Coeur House Competition which highlighted the students’ creativity and their gifts and talents. The Assembly culminated with the Sacred Heart Cheer where we were able to witness the KRB student community in action! Following the Assembly, the students enjoyed the Mission Fete held over lunch which saw each year group creatively prepare a stall selling a variety of services and goods to raise funds for the work of the Society of the Sacred Heart in India. There was a wonderful atmosphere as Junior and Senior school students participated enthusiastically in support of this social justice venture. Another very special occasion during the week was the Procession of the Lanterns celebrated by our boarding community
PROCESSION OF THE LANTERNS
on the eve of Sacred Heart Day. This is traditionally a very special occasion for our boarders, particularly for those in Year 12 who lead the Procession. We were also privileged during the week to celebrate cultural diversity at KRB through the Cultural Diversity Assembly on Wednesday. The Assembly provided wonderful insight into the different cultures which make up the KRB community. During the the week we were also able to experience firsthand the diversity of cultures through the variety of food on offer at our International Food Stalls.
CONTENTS 1
Welcome from the Principal
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Teaching & Learning
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Students in Action
6 Sport 7
Community News
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Calendar
The past week has therefore given us an opportunity to be to have been reminded of our very special Sacred Heart traditions and also the richness of our school community through our diversity. Debating Congratulations to all KRB debaters for a very successful season in debating. Special congratulations go to the Primary A Team of Claudia Chen, Zoë Davidson, Dominic Grimshaw, Caitlin Mulveney and Tanami Penfold who won the Grand Final against the Pymble Ladies College Team. Sport Term Two has also been a very successful one for Sport. Five KRB Basketball teams were premiers in their divisions. As well congratulations to the KRB 2 Football team who were premiers. All students are to be commended for their commitment and team work throughout the season. Thank you to all our parents who have supported the many functions and events we have held this term. I wish you all a relaxing holiday with your families. With regards
Mark McCrossin Deputy Principal
FROM OUR STUDENTS TWEET OF THE WEEK
Such a wonderful, bittersweet ceremony tonight at Procession of the Lanterns. #boarders