Edition 10 June 23rd 2016 (hr) by Saint Ignatius

T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN

Newsletter Edition 10, June 23rd 2016

On behalf of the Principal Welcome! Last Week of Term

Coming Events June 2016 Fri 24th Last day of Term 2 Finish Time: 2.10pm Wed 29th Semester 1 Reports available to Parents Log in via Parent Portal from 5.00pm onwards

July 2016 Mon 11th Students Commence Term 3 Tues 12th Parents and Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association Meeting Fri 15th Student Free Day Wed 20th Year 12 Parent Information Night Mon 25th Year 10 Parent Information Night A more detailed calendar is on the last page.

After a short term one, we knew we were in for a long Term Two however, it seems to have gone so quickly and I find it hard to believe that tomorrow is the last day of this term! There wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a week that goes by without many varied and valuable activities happening at the College on top of the academic program that makes it such a vibrant learning community; no wonder time flies. Our students have obviously been very busy finishing assessment tasks and undertaking tests or exams to finish-up the semester. Teachers have been very busy with corrections and writing the Semester One Reports. The reports will be available online through the Parent Portal from 5.00pm on Wednesday 29th June. Please note that this is a change of date from what had been published earlier and I apologise for any inconvenience. Tomorrow, Friday 24th June, the students will be dismissed at 2.10 pm due to the special school bus timetable for the afternoon of the last day of term two.

We will run six shortened periods so no class misses time on the day. I wish all students a restful break and encourage them to spend some time revising and preparing for next term. In particular, VCE students should be using some of this time to revise the work-covered to-date, preview and prepare for the work ahead and complete any set work given by teachers. Please note that classes for Term Three resume on Monday 11th July. At the end of the first week, on Friday 15th July we will hold a Staff In-service day and students will not be required at school on this day.

Ms. Mary-Anne Hawkins retirement Teacher, Ms. Mary-Anne Hawkins will be retiring at the end of this term. On behalf of our school community I thank Ms. Mary-Anne Hawkins for her seventeen years of service to the education of hundreds of our students. She has been a key member of our Food Technology team and involved in the development of Food Technology facilities at ....continued on Page 2

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In Brief This Page: ‘From the Principal’ Pages 3: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’ Pages 4: From Rev Fr Kevin Dillon Page 5: ‘The Importance of Being Ernest’ Photos Page 6: Year 10 Italian: ‘A Day Out in Carlton’ Page 7: Year 10 ‘Wellbeing Day’ and Students at the Ocean Grove Rotary Club Page 8: Information Learning Centre News Page 9: Canteen Roster and PFA Page 10: Entertainment Guide Form Page 11: Big Science Competition Page 12: ‘Just Visiting?’ Page 13: Ingatius Alumni Page 14: 2016 GISSA Cros Country Report Page 15: From Mr Michael Timms Page 16: Curriculum Update Page 17: The Final Count Down Page 18 and 19: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults information Page 20 and 21: Tertiary Open Days 2016 information Page 22: A Few Funding Facts Page 23: Career Expo - Free Ticket Page 24 and 25: “Parenting in the digital age” by Michael Grose Page 26 and 29: Community Notice Board Page 30: College Calender

the Fenwick Street, Yarra Street and Drysdale Campuses of the then Catholic Regional College and the further progress of the Saint Ignatius facility in more recent years. Ms. Hawkins has also taught a variety of subjects in the Health & Human Development area over the years. On behalf of the College community, I thank Ms. Hawkins for her contribution to Saint Ignatius College Geelong and wish her and her family all the best in the future.

Farewell On behalf of the college I bid farewell and express gratitude to the following staff members who finish at the end of this term. Ms. Katie Self has been a key member of our Student Wellbeing Team over many years. In more recent times she has coordinated our Student Wellbeing Centre. Ms. Self has made a tremendous contribution to the growth and development of the College through her work to provide preventative programs, individual and group student support, and advice and support to staff and parents. Ms. Self immersed herself in College life and we will miss her enthusiastic and cheerful presence. I thank her for her professional support to so many from our community. On behalf of our College I wish Ms. Self all the best for her new appointment. Ms. Lee Abrahmsen has contributed very positively and professionally, worked diligently and ensured the continuity of the teaching and learning program for the Music students while Mrs. Linda Pape was on leave. With Mrs. Pape returning from the beginning of next term, I also thank Ms. Marina Brown (Performance Coordinator) and Ms. Caitlin Doble (Instrumental Music Coordinator) for taking on these positions during Mrs. Pape’s absence. Teacher, Mr. Ashley Latchford will be on Long Service leave for the duration of next term. I wish him an enjoyable and restful time.

East Timor Immersion trip postponed Unfortunately following a revised risk assessment, that elevated the health risk at Atauro Island for our students involved in the East Timor Immersion trip to an unacceptable level, I postponed our school’s trip that was to leave last Sunday. I was advised of an elevated risk of participants contracting Dengue Fever due to the extended wet season. Whilst we have known that there is always a risk of Dengue Fever, under the current alert our risk matrix indicated that risk was not acceptable. I realise this would have been very disappointing news for the students involved and their families and am grateful for their support of this decision. Student safety is a prime concern for us and I am very pleased that the organisation that manages our trip, “Destination Dreaming” was very proactive and supportive in this regard. Mr Clint Miller, Program Manager for Destination Dreaming, contacted our trip leader to inform him they had heard of an increased risk of the illness and requested a meeting with us to decide on whether to proceed with the trip. Destination Dreaming’s knowledge and contacts provided us with valuable information on which to base the decision and we are very grateful to Clint Miller for his advice and support. We are committed to developing our relationship with the people of Atauro Island and to provide the immersion experience for our students. We would like the trip to proceed in the last week of Term 3 and the first week of the Term 3 holidays if possible. This should be well and truly into the dry season and hopefully the current risk will have reduced. A meeting of parents and students involved was held yesterday evening to discuss the way forward.

Feast Day - Tuesday 26th July This year the school’s Feast Day will be celebrated on Tuesday 26th July with a whole school assembly at 9.00am followed by celebrations for the remainder of the day, including a focus on “giving back”. ....continued on Page 3

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Fundraising on Feast Day is from a gold coin donation from all students (casuals on the day) and a donation or percentage of the takings from all the food vans on site on the day.

The presentation was very well received and we are hopeful a few students will follow this up and that over time our involvement will grow. http://thecardonerproject.org

According to our Fundraising Policy and Procedures the money from Feast Day goes to Timor Leste as per this breakdown:

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70% to Jesuit agencies in Timor Leste Specific agencies are identified each year by the senior student leaders and a letter specifying the agency accompanies the funds to Jesuit Mission Sydney; and 30% to the Geelong Viqueque Friendship Schools Group. I wish to congratulate Year 11 student Brooklyn Sacchetta who recently proposed to the SRC, on behalf of the Timor Immersion group of 2015, that some of the funds raised on Feast Day be committed to the sponsorhip of a child to attend the Jesuit school in Kisai, Timor Leste. The SRC have agreed to this proposal, understanding that this is an ongoing commitment. Brooklyn experienced the struggles in Timor Leste first-hand when she participated in our school’s Immersion last year and she is to be congratulated for her dedication to the sponsorship idea and for seeing it through to where it will now become part of the social justice works of our school going forward.

Cardoner Project The Cardoner Project is a not-for-profit, Jesuit supported, student-focused hub for volunteering; offering assistance to disadvantaged communities both locally and abroad. With a mission to deepen human, spiritual and intellectual formation, young men and women involved with the Project are grounded in a love of the poor and a desire for social justice. Mr Michael Wright (Ignatian Coordinator and Social Justice Coordinator) recently organized a visit to our school by Ms Sue Walsh who works with the Cardoner Project in Sydney.

My thanks to Mr Brendan Nicholls (Liturgy Coordinator) who, in consultation with Mr Michael Wright (Ignatian Coordinator and Social Justice Coordinator), has arranged a program of the First Spiritual Exercises for staff. I am grateful to Mr Peter Webb, a local parishioner, who will deliver the course.

VCAL Initiatives Thank you to the VCAL staff and students who were involved in the Disability Awareness Day as well as the Red Ribbon event held at the school last week. The VCAL students did a tremendous job planning, organising and delivering really well on these programs. Mr Exton is currently taking a few weeks Long Service leave and on behalf of the school community I wish him a very restful and relaxing time. Best wishes

‘Building Leadership Capacity’ Workshops We recently held the first workshop that ‘is part of a new Staff Professional Development here at Saint Ignatius College this year.

Paul Lewis Deputy Principal

We have developed the program which is called ‘Building Leadership Capacity’ and it is for staff who hold positions of leadership in the school. The focus of the first workshop was “Leading in an Ignatian Way – Servant Leadership”. As part of the first workshop the leaders voted on the topics they would like future workshops to cover and these include: Leading Change; Crucial Conversations; Receiving and Providing Feedback; Staff Wellbeing / Mindfulness; and The Ignatian Leadership Framework.

Music Soirees In the past weeks we have again been treated to the wonderful musical talents of our senior students. Congratulations to the students who performed at the Year 12 Music Soiree (14th June) and the Year 11 Music Soiree (21st June). Thank you to the staff involved in the preparation of these evenings: Ms. Lee Abrahmsen, Ms Marina Brown and several accompanists. It was tremendous to see Mrs Linda Pape and her husband Arthur at the Year 12 Soiree and to see Arthur’s health is continuing to improve.

Sue travelled from Sydney and visited us to speak with all Year 11s and some Year 12s regarding the various programs available through the Cardoner project.

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Crime is up in Victoria, again, with every offence type except one jumping by at least double digits in the past year.

From Fr Kevin Dillon

The overall crime rate spiked 12.4 per cent compared with the same time last year, the latest crime statistics show. Even after taking population numbers into account, there was still a double digit increase in the number of offenders of 10.3 per cent. It follows a rise in crime of 8.1 per cent in Victoria in the year leading up to March. The engine room of the upswing in crime was theft, which saw a 16.1 per cent jump over the past year and a total of 171,531 offences recorded. One third of crimes committed in Victoria are now theft-related, the Crime Statistics Agency says. Also up were weapons and explosives offences (18.5 per cent), burglary/break and enter (13.7 per cent) and drug use and possession (up 13.4 per cent). Justice procedures offences leapt 64.3 per cent, with 11,031 offences recorded. Just once offence category showed a downward trend in the past year: disorderly and offensive conduct, which fell 15.6 per cent. Assaults were the only offence that rose less than double digits, but that category was still up 9.5 per cent last year. “The Age”, Friday June 17, 2016

Something which appears to have changed is participation in and membership of groups and organisations designed to build good character. Well-run sporting clubs, scouts and guides, service cadets - all these have placed a heavy emphasis on strong principles, personal resilience, and the developing of individual responsibility.

A picture of a gun pointed directly at the reader is probably not an image which would normally be on the front page of this parish bulletin. It is confronting, it is frightening, and it represents an aspect of human life that we hope will never cross our path directly. But the crime statistics released for Victoria late this week indicate the average Victorian is 20% more likely to endure such an experience than was the case just one year ago. While we know statistics can be manipulated to prove just about anything, even so, these official police figures are genuinely alarming. Theft up 16%, drug use and possession up 13%, and weapons offences up 18% - this is cause for great concern indeed. And mixed in among these is the revelation that bail jumping, failure to appear at court when facing serious charges - these and other “procedure offences have risen by a stunning 64%. And all these increases are over just one year! So why is this so? What is happening in a society which is increasingly living in fear of it’s next door neighbours? What has changed?

And most are experiencing substantial decline in membership. Further, a general decline in “good manners”, and an escalation in the expectation of individual “entitlement” is not just newspaper talk. These are clear evidence of an issue, if not a crisis in the way in which disrespect for others is becoming increasingly common. Certainly we have always had crime violence, theft, burglary, bag-snatching, and a host of other indications of gross disrespect for the rights of others - these are not inventions of the 21st century. But in earlier times, those in their developing years were not exposed to every kind of human ugliness and depravity as is so possible today through the unbridled use of the internet. And the disrespect directed towards the courts, police and the whole justice system itself - that may be the statistic that is the most concerning of all. Perhaps it’s time to re-invigorate those character-building organisations which, by and large, succeeded well and for many years in developing principles which enhanced dignity and mutual regard for fellow members of our community. Fr Kevin Dillon, Geelong Deanery Coordinator and Association of Canonical Administrator President OAM

Important Dates for the Start of Term 3 Monday July 11th - Students commence Term 3 Friday July 15th - Student Free Day Tuesday July 26th - College Feast Day including whole College Assembly A Jesuit Partner School

‘The Importance of Being Ernest’ Photos

by David Alexander

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Year 10 Italian: ‘A Day Out in Carlton’ On Thursday the 16th of June, the Year 10 Italian class enjoyed a day out in Carlton with a guided tour. We explored many historical cafes and delicatessens that showcase “food as art” in the Italian tradition. We also learned interesting details about Italian immigration to Lygon Street and the commitment and passion that make Italian cuisine so special. “Annabel and I loved the secret coffee shop ‘The Venture of the Coffee Drink” because it was interesting listening into the history of the store and how it turned into a coffee shop two years ago from a stable. It also had really good coffee.” Kayla “We learned about the culture and history of Carlton and improved our knowledge to the different foods of the Italian culture as well as some others.” Devlin “We were able to taste aged cheese and meats in a store called the D.O.C. and were able to experience just how old and unique the Italian culture is through this experience.” Vittorio

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Year 10 ‘Wellbeing Day’ On Tuesday 14th of June all Year 10 students participated in a day of activities focusing on wellbeing and connectedness. The students were invited to attend in casual clothing to set the mood for a fun, informal and energetic day with their peers. Four different 90-minute workshops took place in the lead up to a yummy lunch provided by the College’s clever caterer Leanne. The workshops were gender focused and included the ‘Birdcage’ for girls and ‘Locker Room’ for boys ran by the crew from the Reach Foundation. ‘Birdcage’ encouraged students to explore and critically question expectations and ideas about female gender and influences in the media, while ‘Locker Room’ assisted students in exploring traditional notions of masculinity and the negative consequences and behaviors that can result. The other workshop for the girls on rotation included Talia Klein and Grace Cheatly from Define you, focusing on being yourself and not succumbing to social pressure.

The boys then spent the session with Wes Truscott from 7 Dragons, presenting his F.E.A.R workshop about accepting challenges and personal growth. Unfortunately our keynote speaker set to finish off what was a very successful morning was unable to attend at very late notice. Although disappointed, both students and staff took this in their stride and still managed to finish the day off on a positive note. The feedback received from the day has been extremely positive. Many students reported that the workshops assisted them in breaking down barriers, assisted them to feel more comfortable speaking up, support one another and work together. They were encouraged and supported to engage in deeper conversation and students gained a deeper respect for one another. This feedback has given us a focus and new ideas to work towards next year. Thank you to all staff and students involved in making the day a success. Ms Katie Self Student Wellbeing Coordinator

Students at the Ocean Grove Rotary Club Recently Samuel Salisbury (9 Faber) and Jess Davey (12 Howett) presented at an Ocean Grove Rotary Club meeting. They reflected upon their experiences at the annual RYPEN camp. RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) is an annual camp designed to develop leadership skills. Sam and Jess made successful applications to the Ocean Grove Rotary Club and were consequently sponsored to attend. Samantha Gravener (11 Hurtado) pictured below with Ocean Grove Rotary Club President, Judy Greer made a presentation to club members recounting her exchange year in France. She reflected on family life, the difference between Australian and French schools, leisure time activities (skiing and hiking), French traditions, food, the Haute-Savoie region and Rotary in France. Anthony Gravener Student Leadership Development Coordinator

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Information Learning Centre News With holidays approaching, why not grab a book or two and spend some of those wintery days curled up immersed in another world. Here are just a few suggestions; Risk by Fleur Ferris Taylor and Sierra have been best friends for their whole lives. But Taylor’s fed up. Why does Sierra always get what - who - she wants? From kissing Taylor’s crush to stealing the guy they both met online for herself, Sierra doesn’t seem to notice when she hurts her friends. So when Sierra says Jacob Jones is the one and asks her friends to cover for her while she goes to meet him for the first time, Taylor rolls her eyes. But Sierra doesn’t come back when she said she would. One day. Two days. Three . . . What if Taylor’s worrying for nothing? What if Sierra’s just being Sierra, forgetting about everyone else to spend time with her new guy? When Taylor finally tells Sierra’s mum that her daughter is missing, Taylor and her friends are thrown into a dark world they never even knew existed.

the courage to ask Henna out before someone goes and blows up the high school. Again. Because sometimes there are problems bigger than this week’s end of the world, and sometimes you just have to find the extraordinary in your ordinary life. Even if your best friend is worshipped by mountain lions. Themes: Humor, Science Fiction Source: https://insideadog.com.au/books/ rest-us-just-live-here

The Special Ones by Em Bailey

Esther is one of the Special Ones - four teens who live under his protection in a remote farmhouse.

The Special Ones are not allowed to leave, but why would they want to?

Here, they are safe from toxic modern life, safe from a meaningless existence, safe in their endless work. He watches them every moment of every day, ready to punish them if they forget who they are - all while broadcasting their lives to eager followers on the outside. Esther knows he will renew her if she stops being Special. And yet she also knows she’s a fake.

Can Taylor find Sierra’s abductor in time? Or should she be looking for a killer? Themes: Crime, Friendships, Cybersafety, Online relationships Source: https://insideadog.com.au/books/ risk#comment-103675

She has no ancient wisdom, no genuine advice to offer her followers. But like an actor caught up in an endless play, she must keep up the performance if she wants to survive long enough to escape Themes: Horror, Thriller, Mystery Source: https://insideadog.com.au/books/ special-ones

The rest of us just live here by Patrick Ness

We Were Liars by E. Lockheart

A beautiful and distinguished family.

A private island.

A brilliant, damaged girl; a passionate, political boy.

A group of four friends - the Liars whose friendship turns destructive.

The one who’s supposed to fight the zombies, or the soul-eating ghosts, or whatever the heck this new thing is, with the blue lights and the death?

What if you’re like Mikey? Who just wants to graduate and go to prom and maybe finally work up

A revolution. An accident. A secret. Lies upon lies. True love. The truth. Themes: Relationships, Mystery, Source: https://insideadog.com.au/books/ we-were-liars

Illuminae by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff

This morning, Kady thought breaking up with Ezra was the hardest thing she’d have to do.

This afternoon, her planet was invaded.

The year is 2575, and two rival megacorporations are at war over a planet that’s little more than an ice-covered speck at the edge of the universe. Too bad nobody thought to warn the people living on it. With enemy fire raining down on them, Kady and Ezra - who are barely even talking to each other - are forced to fight their way onto an evacuating fleet, with an enemy warship in hot pursuit. But their problems are just getting started. A deadly plague has broken out and is mutating, with terrifying results; the fleet’s AI, which should be protecting them, may actually be their enemy; and nobody in charge will say what’s really going on. As Kady hacks into a tangled web of data to find the truth, it’s clear only one person can help her bring it all to light: the ex-boyfriend she swore she’d never speak to again. Told through a fascinating dossier of hacked documents - including emails, schematics, military files, IMs, medical reports, interviews, and more - Illuminae is the first book in a heart-stopping, highoctane trilogy about lives interrupted, the price of truth, and the courage of everyday heroes. Themes: Science Fiction Source: https://insideadog.com.au/books/ illuminae Mrs Leonie Stephenson ILC Coordinator

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Canteen Roster Starting 11th July Monday 11th I. Bauer, T. Nicholls, S. Schwaiger, S. Sarauer Tuesday 12th M. Dunstan, S. Crawley, M. Heffernan, L. Vella, L. Tigani Wednesday 13th C. Ford, Needed, Needed, Needed Thursday 14th M. White, M. Gill, T. Mifsud, R. Vallelonga Friday 15th No Canteen Student Free Day Starting 18th July Monday 18th A. Brown, B. Rees, E. Hudson, M. Payne Tuesday 19th L. Vella, C. Carey, A. Schneider, C. Duncan Wednesday 20th R. Scott, R. Hay, L. Eastwood, B. Downey Thursday 21st K. Spawart, T. Mifsud, E. Carpenter, M. White Friday 22nd E. Stokie, L. Hart, K. Every, P. Joly, L. Grant, M. Sideris If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.

Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050258

Parents and Friends’ Association: Next Meeting: Start of Term 3 Come along on Tuesday July 12th (2nd Tuesday due to school holidays)

7pm in the Food tech building: Bring along your good ideas and join in our discussion on possible social and fundraising events for 2016.

Bus shopping Trip

When: Sunday 13th November Cost: $50 including BYO lunch Deposit $25pp: By July 23rd Come and support Saint Ignatius College and do all of your Christmas shopping in one day.  Get in quick as seats are selling fast. Morning and afternoon tea provided Bring your own or buy your lunch in Bridge Rd, Richmond  Outlets include: Feel Good Australia, Natio, Beaches, Bambis, Home Direct, The Richmond Chocolate Factory, Bendon Lingerie Outlet, Bonds, The $6 Warehouse, TS14 Plus and Sirocco Leather.  Heaps of prizes, raffles etc throughout the day!!!

Fundraising Thank you to all those who have purchased the new Entertainment books in support of the Saint Ignatius Memorial Garden, so far we have raised around $450. The landscape plans for the garden will be released soon. 2015 books are now out of date so now is the best time to buy your new 2016/2017 book and get great value deals. Lots of great offers, take a quick look for yourself at: http://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/flickbook/geelong You can purchase your new book or digital app on our payment page https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/11317f0 All books can be collected at the school office and you’re welcome to pay cash at the office.

Uniform Shop Coordinators / Team Members / Volunteers Helpers Needed for Monday afternoons 1:30 - 3:30pm On the job training. 2 -3 afternoons per term to assist with the running of our Uniform Shop. Without your help this service can’t operate. For more information about this or if you’d like to become a volunteer, please contact: uniform@ignatius.vic.edu.au if you can assist.

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On the 24th May, selected students from Years 7 - 10 competed in the Big Science Competition. This competition allowed students the experience of testing their science skills in a competitive situation outside of their regular class assessments. Over 48,000 students took part in the competition across Australia and every student who took part will receive a certificate that reflects their achievement. These certificates will be distributed to students when the school receives them. Congratulations to all students who participated this year. The award that each student receives is are based on the following scores: Top 5% Top 10% Top 20% 0 – 65%

High Distinction Distinction Credit Participation

Ms. Elise Meehan Science Learning Area Leader

Junior Level (Year 7 & 8) High Distinction Izaak Gillies

Distinction Zoe Ballard Nicholas Benson Sara Braden Sam Briggs Cassandra Howells Grace Hudson Joshua James Brodie Lawrence Max Lyon Tom Muir Darby O’Meara Harper Renkauskas Dylan Vigilante Emma Zanghi Credit Georgia Allsion Kaylie Brew Coco Bullock Alexandra Cooke Elliot Crowther Jasmine Duff Aidan Erichsen Caine Gale Erin Gillett Jesse Hart Thomas Hruska Alexander Ireland Tasos Kontogeorgis Matthew McAteer Angus McGee Matthew McInerney Ted Murphy Florence Noble Rory Quinn

Emily Seear Ella Skuza Millie Stannard Oscar Stevenson Matthew Swift Tatum Wootton

Intermediate Level (Year 9 & 10) High Distinction Isaac Carpenter Mackinley Collins Riley Menzies Kyle Wig Distinction Matthew Clark Keira Ford Sarah Hurst Benjamin Robertson Credit Kara Barnes Gemma Bell Leah Bensted Isabella Borley Kiara Butterworth Maddie Crothers Matthew Ferry James Gal Riley Haydon Alexander Henry Olivia Hewitt Liam Mifsud Sean Neylan Jamie Law Matt Stanic

Parents and Friends’ Association Secondhand Uniform Shop

Our Secondhand Uniform Shop is located at the far end of the College in the Music Department area, look for the signs. The shop opens Monday afternoons during school term from 2:00 - 3:30pm. Have you got your Winter Uniform organised? We have a large range of Long Sleeve Shirts and Trousers, plus we also stock NEW socks. Don’t forget to bring in your outgrown uniform and we can sell it on consignment for you. Make sure you have your items cleaned and pressed and complete one of our sales forms. All College Blazers must be presented to the shop dry cleaned or they will be returned to you and not be put up for sale. If you are interested in helping out a couple of Monday afternoons a term please don’t hesitate to contact us at: uniform@ignatius.vic.edu.au

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‘Just Visiting?’ Recently Mr Michael Wright, teacher and Ignatian and Social Justice Coordinator at Saint Ignatius College, was interviewed by Australian Catholic magazine about the College’s successful immersions program and the further exploration of Catholic Social Teachings derived from the ‘Just Visiting?’ seminar based on the papal encyclical ‘Laudato Si’. 1. First of all, a bit about yourself: what is your position at St Ignatius? Are you a teacher? Have you been on immersion trips before? As well as teaching Mathematics and Religion in year 8 and 11 I am also the school’s Ignatian and Social Justice Coordinator. Saint Ignatius is a Jesuit Companion school which means we have adopted the Ignatian way of doing things. My role as the Ignatian Coordinator is to work with our Deputy of Mission to ensure what we do and how we do it is in line with Ignatian teachings and practices. This role includes the responsibility to ensure our immersion programs encompass not only Catholic Social Teaching principles but also Ignation reflection practices. In 2015 we offered three immersion programs. I, and our Deputy of Mission attended the East Timor Immersion with fifteen students. This immersion is occurring again in June 2016 and I will again be participating along with twenty students. As part of the wider Australian Jesuit Community we also have students participate in an East Timor immersion with other Jesuit schools. Two students from every Jesuit and Jesuit companion school in Australia participate in this immersion and the running of the program is shared between the schools. 2. What immersion/social justice program does St Ignatius offer its students? Was there a trip that the school had prior to your use of the ‘Just Visiting?’ resource, or did the development of the CST program trigger ideas to run a trip? At Saint Ignatius we recognize the educational and faith formation potential of overseas and domestic immersion programs and have been striving to develop an immersion program for some time. In 2015 we offered three – to Southern India, North Stradbroke Island and East Timor. These programs were designed and coordinated by external providers.

In 2016 we are conducting only the one – to East Timor. I became aware of the Just Visiting program in late 2015 at a seminar offered by Melbourne Catholic Education Office on the latest papal encyclical Laudato Si. Therefore last year’s programs were run prior to us becoming aware of the document. Since becoming aware of the document I have been able to use it as part of our preparation for this years trip to East Timor. It has enabled me to frame what was already an excellent program into a program where students are better able to explore the principles of Catholic Social Teachings. This in turn allows us to better understand why we are undertaking this program and the desired outcomes for us and our host community. It has also been extremely beneficial as a means of reflecting on our providers and whether or not their programs, aims, values and commitment to development ideas are in tune with Catholic Social Teachings. These are the great strengths of the document. It allows us to link our actions to Catholic Social Teachings and hence educate our students, parents and wider community about the narrative behind what we do. A blueprint for what it means to be Catholic in today’s world if you like. It also provides an outstanding framework to discriminate between the many external service providers that cater to this market to ensure the programs they offer are truly mutually beneficial to us and our host community and not just a form of poverty tourism. Our main provider Destination Dreaming shares a similar vision to us on the purpose, benefits and goals of immersions. The program they have provided for us sits very well with the aims and the do’s and don’ts of immersions and teachings behind the Just Visiting document. As such we will continue to develop our partnership with them. 3. Could you briefly describe how you have run the CST program at your school (e.g. whether students meet in or out of school, use of videos/questions/ reflections, what is basically involved in a typical session, etc.). How have the students embraced the resource? In the lead up to this year trip in June the students will spend time considering the reasons and risks associated with our trip. These will be framed in light of the Catholic Social teachings as discussed in the document.

They will reflect on these principles and use them to frame our actions whilst away and the interactions with have our host community. As an Ignatian school we believe strongly in the power of personal reflection. Whilst on our immersion the students will be required to maintain a personal journal. The work we did and learnings we made prior to departure based on the Just Visiting document will also provide us with a solid base on which to reflect upon after each days activities. We found last year that the students really enjoyed this reflective journaling activity and the opportunity to engage in an Examen –an Ignatian prayer exercise and key element of Ignatian Spirituality that we include in our daily reflections. T. S. Eliot wrote in his poem, Four Quartets, the profoundly sad line, “We had the experience, but missed the meaning”. We find that through reflection and daily journaling students are better able to understand the meaning behind what we do. The Just Visiting document will assist us greatly in this journey. 4. Finally, how has the trip been conducted in a way that it is not a “poverty safari” and more of an engaging cooperation of communities that has a lasting impact? (especially for the underdeveloped school). The essence of our program to ensure that it is not just a “poverty safari” is that we are focused on ensuring the trip is mutually beneficial to all parties. We have already established a relationship with this community and are committed to visiting them every year. We do not take ‘donations’ of any kind, nor do we engage in any building or painting programs. Our students offer the skills that they posses, conversational English, friendship and their time. In return we ask for nothing other than acceptance of who we are and an invitation to learn from one another and realize that we are all one, regardless of cultural and geographical differences. Testimonials from Students who have been on the immersions: “I thought I was going to teach them but I learnt a lot more than I taught. I learnt about Timor life and history and how to better live my life”. “I learned so much about myself. I would highly recommend this program because it is an amazing experience and truly opens your eyes and your heart”.

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Saint Ignatius College Ignatius Alumni June 2016 Opportunity to work in our College Community with our students.

Coaching/Managing Sports teams Please email your interest to: sicgalumni@ignatius.vic.edu.au Include: l Your name and contact details: Year left the College, address, home phone number, mobile phone number and email address.

A call to former students who are interested in tutoring our current students or managing/coaching our college sporting teams, both for $30/hour.

l What teams you would be interested and have the skills in coaching.

You will need to obtain and submit a “Working with Children Check”.

l What teams have you played for in the past? l What you are currently studying now or working now?

Tutoring Please email your interest to: sicgalumni@ignatius.vic.edu.au Include : l Your name and contact details: Year left the College, address, home phone number, mobile phone number and email address. l What you are studying now or your completed studies l Where you are working now (if relevant) l Considering your academic strengths and studies completed, what subjects and to what year level would you like to tutor? l

When would you NOT be available?

Families will be advised via the newsletter of the opportunity to be provided with the name of a former student tutor, after which our involvement and responsibility will cease. They will make contact with you and then you will able to negotiate when and where this will take place.

When would you NOT be available?

What teams do you currently play for?

Your name and details will be passed onto the Director of Sport who, when and if in need of a coach in your area, will be able to make contact and make arrangements with you.

“Where are they now” Alumni and the wider college community enjoy hearing about what you are all up to these days. Email with a sentence or two and a photo or two for our newsletter and maybe a publication for later this year. Email sicgalumni@ignatius.vic.edu.au

Where would you like us to focus our efforts for you in the future? Please take five minutes to answer our short online survey email: sicgalumni@ignatius.vic.edu.au for the link to the survey. We will be using your responses to assist us in working with you, the alumni, to organise events and activities that you will find interesting, engaging and fulfilling both now and in the future. We hope to further develop opportunities for alumni networking, alumni programs, activities and events. If you know of any other former students who have not received a letter or this email could you please encourage them to do the survey too. We are keen to collect as many responses as possible to gain a better understanding of what is important to you. The Survey will close on Friday 29th July, 2016. Mrs Claire Hewitt Alumni Coordinator

Hey keep in contact !! We hope that you will keep your contact details updated. Go to: www.ignatius.vic.edu.au -PORTAL -Old Ignatians’ Association to update your details online

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2016 GISSA Cross Country Report On Wednesday 25th May, this year’s GISSA Cross Country was held at Christian College’s Highton campus. The weather was similar to what it was like in 2015, cold and wet! However, this did not dampen the competitive spirit of our runners. All students are to be congratulated on their overall efforts in difficult running conditions. There were a record number of 70 students who made the team this year and all of our runners are to be congratulated on their efforts. There was a feeling amongst other colleges that we would ‘double up’ and win the cross country just like we did with the GISSA athletics. With the rain set in and a tough course to master, all runners arrived pumped and ready to do their best. Competing Schools: Geelong College, Saint Ignatius College, Christian College Geelong, Kardinia International College, Geelong Lutheran College, Geelong Grammar School, Covenant College, Clonard College and Geelong Baptist College.

I would sincerely like to thank ‘Coach Darren’ for the time and effort he put in to train members of our squad every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch times. The College is extremely lucky to have Darren coaching our team and turning them into the best possible runners they can be. I would also like to thank Blair Shaw, Brendan O’Brien, Meagan Canaway and John Clatworthy on assisting the team and ensuring each runner was safe and arrived at the start time on time. In 2017, it will be our turn! Regards Mr Andrew Philp Sports Coordinator

Top ‘10’ Place finishers – Boys Will Kilpatrick Jack Preece Lachie Hart Riley Theilemann Rodrigo Blyth Billy Collins Sam Quigley Sean Neylan Max Kos Nick Nadile Gus Kivlighon Peter Kilpatrick Jeb Taylor-Hewson Riley Hayden

1st (14 Years) 2nd (14 Years) 2nd (16 Years) 4th (13 Years) 4th (15 Years) 5th (13 Years) 5th (Open) 6th (15 Years) 6th (Open) 8th (14 Years) 8th (15 Years) 8th (16 Years) 9th (15 Years) 9th (16 Years)

Top ‘10’ Place Finishers – Girls Mia Gleeson Hannah Moyle Hannah Dunstan Olivia Hewitt Kelli Stack Mikala Michels Molly McKenzie Grace Cotter

2nd (14 Years) 3rd (15 Years) 4th (15 Years) 4th (16 Years) 5th (14 Years) 6th (14 Years) 6th (15 Years) 8th (15 Years)

2016 Team Results

Please Note: The ‘smaller’ the points score the better

From left to right: William Kilpatrick (1st - 14 Years), Mia Gleeson (2nd - 14 Years), Jack Preece (2nd - 14 Years)

TEAM

2016 Position and Points

2015 Position and Points

2014 Position and Points

Junior Girls (13,14,15 Years)

2nd 123 points

1st 89 points

2nd 122 points

Senior Girls (16, Open Years)

4th 143 points

5th 141 points

4th 134 points

Junior Boys (13,14,15 Years)

2nd 112 points

2nd 119 points

2nd 125 points

Senior Boys (16, Open Years)

1st 68 points

3rd 87 points

4th 134 points

Overall

2nd (446 points)

2nd (436 points)

2nd (515 points)

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From Mr Michael Timms, Deputy Principal “People perform their best in supportive, encouraging and positively charged environments”. This was a common belief between St Ignatius and his colleagues and one that could be easily applied to any workplace or school in today’s modern society. This phrase also epitomises what we are trying to foster at Saint Ignatius College through a number of areas especially within the Student Wellbeing Team. The Student Wellbeing Team at Saint Ignatius College consists of the Year Level Coordinators, Wellbeing Officers and Deputy Principal (Students). This team has been working towards implementing a new Wellbeing framework called MindMatters. MindMatters is a whole of school approach to foster positive mental health. It has a number of key areas that aim to build relationships, increase student resilience, decrease anxiety levels and encourage students to seek the necessary external support as required. The evidence suggests that if we maintain or increase the mental health of our students it will promote better school attendance and potentially increase academic performance, which, in turn enhances their opportunities for success after school. As part of the MindMatters framework, schools are encouraged to obtain data that will allow them to create a mental health program specific to their College. Researchers from the University of Melbourne have developed an easy-to-use and efficient online questionnaire tool to measure adolescent well-being, called The Well-being Profiler. The Well-being Profiler requires students to complete an online questionnaire on their background and perceptions of their well-being in the following six domains: 1. Physchological Well-being Young people’s beliefs and attitudes about their own value, their outlook on life, and their engagement with life

2. Cognitive Well-being Young people’s perception of their quality of life, competence and accomplishments and their capacity to be mindful in the present moment. 3. Emotional Well-being and Strengths Your people’s perceived ability to manage their emotions and their ability to use their strength in their daily lives. 4. Social Well-being Young people’s perceived quality of relationships with their parents, teachers, peers and community. This domain also taps into the presence of bullying, loneliness and pro-social behaviors. 5. Physical Well-being Young people’s perception of their general physical health, their physical appearance and their quality of sleep. 6. Economic Well-being Young people’s perception of economic stability in their home environment. The results of this questionnaire will help us understand where students need more support so that we can implement programs that target these specific areas. This survey will be undertaken by all students at the beginning of Term 3.

We wish Katie all the best in her new position at Kardinia International College, Geelong. Tenielle Thomson has been appointed as the new Student Wellbeing Coordinator. Tenielle has been working in the mental health field for over 10 years and is very experienced in dealing with adolescent issues. She has past experience in leadership positions in her field and has implemented a range of programs within schools and organisations. Tenielle will commence her appointment at Saint Ignatius at the beginning of Term 3. Tenielle is very excited about joining the Student Wellbeing Team and becoming part of the Saint Ignatius community and we look forward to welcoming her into our College. It is hard to believe we are half way through the school year already. I am sure all of the students are looking forward to a well-earned break and I wish all the community of Saint Ignatius a safe, restful and enjoyable break. Mr Michael Timms Deputy Principal [Students]

If you would like any further information in regards to MindMatters or the Well-being Profiler please visit the following websites: http://www.wbprofiler.com/ http://www.mindmatters.edu.au/ I would like to take this opportunity to farewell our current Student Wellbeing Coordinator, Katie Self, who is finishing up at Saint Ignatius College at the end of this term. Although I have only worked with Katie for a short period of time, I have appreciated the honesty, dedication and commitment she brings to this role. Katie has been an integral part in establishing a preventative Wellbeing program across all year levels and has worked closely with an extensive number of students and families at Saint Ignatius

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Curriculum Update End of Semester Reports End of semester reports for all students in Years 7 to 12 will be available for parents and guardians to view via the parent portal from Wednesday June 29th at 5pm. These reports provide an overview of student progress and performance in individual subjects since the beginning of the year. In viewing these reports, we encourage conversations related to student learning and ways to extend and build on current achievements during the second semester.

Year 10 Curriculum Review The Year 10 Curriculum review has concluded and the outcomes have been presented at our last staff meeting this week. On behalf of the Executive and the staff, I extend our sincere gratitude to the members of the review team who have used the Change2 process to investigate ways to improve the learning for all our students in their senior years at the College. The review commenced in Term Three 2015 and continued into the first two terms of 2016.

The members of the team were as follows: Mr. Chris Dainton [Team Leader] Ms. Andrea Dart Mrs. Norma Ellis Mr. Anthony Gravener Mr. Bill Miles Mrs. Anna Oliver Ms. Leesa Snookes Ms. Tory Wood Mr. Ian Anderson [Facilitator] This review has been a major undertaking on the part of the College and the exciting challenge will now be to bring these opportunities to fruition in the months and years ahead.

Professional Learning Day As advertised previously, Friday July 15th will be a Student Free Day. Teachers will work in times to develop and adjust learning programs in line with the Victorian Curriculum changes that are mandated for introduction in 2017.

2017 Subject Selection Subject selection will form a key focus in Term Three for students currently in Years 8 to 11. Details related to subject selection at each level will be shared at appropriate times across the term. Given this impending selection process, the information and results provided on Semester 1 reports assumes even more importance as one key indicator of current student strengths and areas of challenge. We look forward to working with your sons and daughters as they plan learning pathways for 2017 and beyond and we encourage you to begin or continue conversations based on the information in these reports that will support the decision-making process. In ending this report, I would like to congratulate all students and staff on their fine accomplishments and achievements this semester. Mrs. Annette Chidzey Deputy Principal [Learning and Teaching]

Given the outcomes presented as part of the curriculum review, some time on that day will also be devoted to determining elective offerings at Year 10 2017.

Extensive input was gathered from students, teachers and parents to shape the final outcomes and we now have a blueprint to introduce specific changes to the Year 10 2017 curriculum that is designed to strengthen the sequence of knowledge and skills across Year 10 to 12 as well as complement a more clearly defined learning pathway as students move through the school.

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The Final Count Down Topics to be discussed: General Advice for Students and Parents in the final weeks of Year 12 Past and current students sharing their experience of Year 12 Expected and Unexpected challenges and solutions Structure and format of End of Year Examinations Hosted by: Joe McLean Year level Co-ordinator and Anna Oliver VCE Co-ordinator

Date: Wednesday July 20th Time: 7.30pm to 8.30pm Venue: St Thomas Church A Jesuit Partner School

Emailing Fee Statements / Receipts / Tax Invoice We are in the process of moving to electronic mailing of fee statements, and where requested fee receipts and building fund receipts. Tax invoices for items such as music lessons, laptop costs and tours/trips will also be emailed. We are using your email addresses provided for the designated fee payer. Should you prefer we use a different e-mail address please reply to me at fitzgeraldd@ignatius.vic.edu.au We are confident that this electronic system will provide a more efficient and reliable means of communication. Mr. David Fitzgerald (Business Manager)

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults for the Holy Trinity Parish. A journey of Faith – we are all on this journey and we are on it together! And we encourage, support, challenge, pray for one another – we can’t be Christians on our own we need a community to help us!

Are you someone who may like to be part of this journey with us? Maybe you… Have been encouraged by Fr. Michael to learn about the Catholic Faith because your child is preparing for Holy Communion or Confirmation; Want to know more about what your child is learning at the catholic school; Are seeking to understand more about God’s place in your life; Are looking for something to give more meaning to your life; Want to belong to a community whose beliefs and values you want to know more about. A leaflet entitled “RCIA, A Journey in Faith” can be found on the next page of this newsletter and is also available from the school office. Leonie Hamer (A Saint Ignatius mum) came with us on our last ‘journey’ and should you wish to talk to her about her experience contact details can be obtained from the school office. Please be in touch with Fr Michael on 5258 1673, or Sandra Gould on email: sandra@salmanda.com by 27th July if you wish to know more – a friendly reception awaits you – no question is a ‘silly one’!

Be part of the Journey!

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Are you searching for……

Are you curious?

A place of welcome,

We invite you to chat with a member of the RCIA team or contact the parish priest or the team member nominated below.

A sense of community,

Know your privacy will be respected.

A sense of belonging,

Have you ever wondered about what Catholics’ believe?

Where to go from here? Contact: Parish Priest: Fr. Michael Richardson. (03) 5258 1673

Are you interested in learning more

about the Catholic Faith?

RCIA Representative: Sandra Gould

with churches at

on email sandra@salmanda.com

Holy Trinity, 34 Stevens Street Queenscliff

Our Parish invites you to

Star of the Sea, 68 John Dory Drive Ocean Grove

explore with us

Holy Family Church, 101 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads

the place of God in our lives,

Parish Office – 34 Stevens Street, Queenscliff e-mail: htqcliff@bigpond.com

in and through the Catholic Faith.

What is the R.C.I.A.? It is the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults... ….. a process for preparing and welcoming new members into the Catholic Community. It is a journey of faith and life. A Community Journey…….. that leads to a change of heart and mind through our journey with one another……. sharing, praying and worshipping with the church community. A Personal Journey…….where we are able to discover our personal relationship with God through the Gospels and teachings of the Church in a friendly and caring environment.

How does it work? The process of becoming a Catholic Christian is a journey of faith made in the company of other enquirers, sponsors, catechists or presenters and Parish Priest The process involves discussion and sharing of the Gospels and the teachings of the Church, and leads to an understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus and a Catholic Christian.

Holy Trinity Catholic Parish

How long will it take? That will depend on you !! The gatherings begin on Tuesday 2nd August, 2016. No sessions take place during school holidays. Most enquirers are received into the Church the following Easter, and continue the journey up to the celebration of Pentecost. If, after consultation with the parish priest and the team, you feel that you are not ready to be received into the Catholic Church the team will respect your decision. This is your journey of faith !! At any time you are free not to continue.

What are the Sacraments of Initiation? These are the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion (or Eucharist) received by unbaptised people when they become members of the Catholic Church. The Catholic Church recognises the Baptism received by Christians from other Christian Churches. In these cases the people wishing to enter the Catholic Church would receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Communion.

Who are the sponsors? The sponsors are practising Catholics from the community to walk with you on your faith journey, to help you, support you, encourage you and provide a tangible link between yourself and the community. They are not necessarily the Godparents. They are companions on the journey.

Who are the RCIA Team? They are members of the community who have the skills and expertise necessary for the formation of enquirers. They guide the members on their journey with Christ Jesus during this process.

Who else is involved? The entire community is involved in welcoming, being prayer partners and supportive of those who take the journey into our faith community.

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OPEN DAYS 2016 Getting the most out of an Open Day

Most institutional Open Days are held in late July and August (see over the page for Open Day dates). However, you are more than welcome to contact an institution to arrange a visit any time.

What happens on an Open Day? On Open Day you can visit an institution when it’s at its best. Everyone is there – academics, lecturers, current students and information officers. More importantly, you can talk with academics, lecturers and current students about what certain courses are actually like, and what is required to get into them.

Who should attend an Open Day? Anyone who is considering studying at a tertiary level in the next few years should attend.

Why should you attend an Open Day? Apart from the opportunity to obtain course information there are many other reasons why attending an Open Day is a good idea: •

You are going to feel more comfortable arriving at a university or TAFE institute on the first day o f classes if you have been there before.

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What is really involved in the course or courses you are interested in?

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If you have to move away from home, where are you going to live?

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Will you be happier studying in a large metropolitan institution or a smaller, perhaps rural institution?

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What does the place ‘feel’ like? Is it a bustling environment with lots of activity or a quieter, more relaxed campus set in landscaped grounds?

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How are you going to get there? Is it close to public transport or should you start saving now for a car?

If you don’t know the answers to any of these questions, then you should attend an Open Day!

How to make the best of Open Days To make your Open Day visits fun and informative, here are some pointers: •

Write down a list of questions you would like to ask about particular courses

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Be there early. Crowds tend to develop as the day progresses

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On arrival, get a map from a central point and ask for directions to the relevant faculties or schools

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Ask questions!

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Don’t spend the day collecting printed information only. Use the opportunity to speak directly with academics before applications close

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Introduce yourself to selection officers if you feel it is appropriate, but don’t be pushy

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Check out the residential colleges, if available. After all, it is you that will be living there.

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Walk around the campus. Have a good look! See what sporting facilities and other services are available.

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Enjoy the visit!

Not everyone can attend every Open Day and various Institutions hold their Open Days on the same date! If you can’t attend an Open Day and you are interested in a particular institution, you may visit at other times. If you wish to speak to a particular person, it is essential to make an appointment first. This information was correct at the time of publication. Students are encouraged to confirm times themselves. Addresses of tertiary institutions are available via VTAC on www.vtac.edu.au or by ringing the institution directly or visiting their website. Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are encouraged to go along to Open Days

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OPEN DAYS 2016 INSTITUTION Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus Ballarat Campus

DATE

TIME

Sun 14 August Sun 28 August

10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Sun 14 August

10am – 2pm

Australian National University

Sat 27 August

9am – 4pm

Blue Mountains Hotel School (Leura Campus)

Sat 3 September

10am – 2pm

The GORDON TAFE

Sun 21 August

9am – 3pm

Box Hill Institute of TAFE Lilydale Campus Box Hill Campus Deakin University & Deakin College Warrnambool Campus Geelong Campus (Waurn Ponds & Waterfront) Melbourne (Burwood) Campus Federation University of Australia Mount Helen Campus; SMB

Sun 21 August Sun 28 August Sun 7 August Sun 21 August Sun 28 August Sun 28 August

10am – 3pm

Holmesglen Institute Open Thursday’s – all campuses

11 August 15 September 27 October 15 December Fri 5 August Sun 7 August Sun 14 August Sun 17 August Sun 6 August Sun 7 August Sun 21 August Sun 14 August

4pm – 7pm 3.30pm – 7.30pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 3pm

La Trobe University & La Trobe Melbourne Shepparton Campus Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus Bendigo Campus Mildura Campus Monash University Peninsula Campus Clayton & Caulfield Campuses Parkville Campus (Pharmacy Focus) Photographic Studies College

9am – 3pm 9am – 3pm 9am – 4pm 10am – 3pm Various times

CONTACT DETAILS 1300 ASK ACU Email: opendayvic@acu.edu.au http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/futu re_students/undergraduate/experience_u ni_before_you_start/open_day 1800 061 199 http://www.acap.edu.au/ http://www.anu.edu.au/study/events/anu-‐ open-‐day-‐2016 https://www.bluemountains.edu.au/open day2016/ www.thegordon.edu.au 1300 269 445 www.boxhillinstitute.edu.au 1800 334 733 http://openday.deakin.edu.au/ 1800 333 864 http://federation.edu.au/future-‐ students/study-‐at-‐feduni/open-‐day 1300 MY FUTURE http://www.holmesglen.edu.au/open

1300 135 045 http://www.latrobe.edu.au/openday

1800 666 274 www.monash.edu.au/openday

Navitas College of Public Safety 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne CBD RMIT City, Bundoora & Brunswick Campuses

Sun 14 August

10am – 2pm

Sun 14 August

10am – 4pm

9682 3191 https://www.psc.edu.au/ 1800 783 661 www.ncps.edu.au 9925 2260 www.rmit.edu.au/openday

Swinburne University Hawthorn

Sun 31 July

10am – 4pm

1300 SWINBURNE www.swinburne.edu.au/openday

University of Melbourne Parkville & Southbank Campuses

Sun 21 August

9am – 4pm

Victoria University Footscray Park campus William Angliss Institute of TAFE

Sun 28 August Sun 14 August

10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm

1800 801 662 https://futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/exp lore/events/victoria_and_interstate/victori a/university_of_melbourne_open_day 1300 VIC UNI www.vu.edu.au/open-‐day 1300 ANGLISS http://www.angliss.edu.au

This information was correct at the time of publication. Students are encouraged to confirm times themselves. Addresses of tertiary institutions are available via VTAC on www.vtac.edu.au or by ringing the institution directly or visiting their website. Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are encouraged to go along to Open Days

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THE 2016 FEDERAL ELECTION:

A Few Funding Facts Catholic schools are a major partner in Victoria’s education system. One in four children are taught in one of the 493 Catholic primary, secondary and special schools throughout the state. At this federal election, it’s important to remember that funding from the Australian Government constitutes a huge part of your school’s budget. On average, 62 cents in every dollar spent in Victorian Catholic schools comes from the Australian Government. After state government contributions (about 17 cents in the dollar), Catholic school families on average pay the remaining 21 cents.

School Fees 21%

Commonwealth 62%

similar government school students, and our system’s average NAPLAN scores in literacy are on average three per cent higher. Government funding is also essential to our mission of keeping parent fees affordable so that Catholic schools are accessible to as many Catholic families as possible. Any move to cut or freeze Catholic school funding would have a devastating impact on the quality of your child’s education and the school fees you pay. At this election, both the Liberal–Nationals Coalition and the ALP have recognised the continued social and economic value of Catholic schools by committing to continued funding for our system.

Victorian Government 17%

Government funding ensures that Catholic schools can provide an enriching curriculum that develops the whole child, preparing your child to thrive in the 21st-century global economy. Our student achievement scores demonstrate that these dollars are being put to very good use.

This Election Day, please take this information into consideration. The future of your child’s education may depend on it. †

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The average ATAR score achieved by Victorian Catholic school students is six points higher than

Unfortunately, Catholic schools don’t have the same commitment from the Greens. Some of their policies seek to undermine your choice of a faith-based education for your child, not only by attacking our values, but also by taking money from Catholic and other non-government schools. This would lead to a poorer education system for all children around the country.

Catholic Education

www.cecv.catholic.edu.au

Authorised by Stephen Elder, CECV Executive Director, 228 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne VIC 3002

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Learn Piano/Keyboard Adrian Montagnese is a professional musician and head of piano/ keyboard in the music department here at Saint Ignatius College. Classically trained, he has continued his musical journey through styles such as jazz, pop, funk, soul and rock through tertiary study at Monash University and extensive experience as a performer. Adrian strives to tailor individual lessons to suit each individual student. His philosophy is to provide a sense of enjoyment through practical learning, self-awareness, self-confidence and musical expression. If your child is interested in learning piano/keyboard Adrain has spots available on Mondays (limited) and Tuesdays and can be contacted through the Saint Ignatius College Music department by email to: doblec@ignatius.vic.edu.au or collect an Instrumental Music Form the College to register.

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Parenting in the digital age

Recently I spoke at a school in Melbourne about the challenges of parenting in the digital age. It was a great night with a very enthusiastic crowd. I thought I’d share some key messages with the Parentingideas community. If every generation of parents had it’s own new or unique challenges then it’s safe to say that the overriding challenge shared by the current generation of parents centres around technology – their children’s use and their own use. The communication technology now available to all of us is constantly being updated. Every innovation in technology presents a new set of challenges for parents. Yesterday’s schoolyard bullying is today’s cyberbullying!

and balanced users – so we need some guidelines to follow. Every parent needs to set their own guidelines suitable to their own situation.

Here are some ideas to help: 1 Be a good role model It’s well established now that children will copy many of their parents’ behaviours. Our behaviours and habits now extend to our use of communication technology, which is a good thing as we’ve got the chance to model smart, balanced technology habits. This means we need to be mindful of how often we have a mobile device in our hands when we are around kids. It means we need to take care that we don’t use technology as an emotional pacifier when we feel stressed or under pressure. Model faceto-face communication and healthy ways to manage your stress levels so kids can learn these techniques too.

Frequently I hear parents talk about children’s use of technology as if the technology is a problem. However technology is the context or background in which we must raise our kids to be safe, social and savvy. The bigger question we need to ask is: “What is good parenting in the digital age?”

2 Think about expectations and rules for your kids in the digital world

Our job is to educate kids about technology – helping them be safe, smart

You wouldn’t drop your kids off for the day in the middle of the city

and say, “Have fun. Stay safe!” Yet we often do the equivalent to our kids with technology. Most digital devices are set up for adults so when you introduce a piece of technology think carefully about it’s use and expectations before handing it over to your kids. Where possible and practical use restrictions under settings when you give a device to a child. And place your own restrictions around use and timing when kids use devices, rewarding responsible use with greater freedom.

3 Differentiate between uses One use doesn’t fit all. Digital technology has three purposes – communication, education and entertainment. Gender plays a part here with girls using digital technology more for communication and boys using digital devices more for entertainment. As a parent we need to be aware how our kids are using technology, which will influence how we respond to them.