T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN
Newsletter
Edition 14, August 28th 2014
From the Principal Welcome! Year 7 & 8 Parents - Next week!
Coming Events August 2014 Fri 29th Year 9 Melbourne Camp Return
September 2014 Tues 2nd Year 10 Enviromental Science Excursion Tues 2nd Year 12 VCAL Excursion Tues 2nd Year 7 Father Daughter Night Wed 3rd Instrumental Night Thurs 4th Year 8 Father Son Night Fri 5th Tri-UMPH Day Tues 9th Year 9 ‘Romeo and Juliet’ Performance Tues 9th Year 12 VCAL Excursion A more detailed calendar is on the last page.
Building on the success of our “Time & Space” program over the years, Saint Ignatius College is delighted to offer Fathers* of Year 7 girls and Fathers* of Year 8 boys an opportunity to experience a lifetime memory with their Year 7 daughter or Year 8 son at a ‘Father & Daughter’ or ‘Father & Son’ Night just before Father’s Day. Time & Space’ for… Fathers* & Year 7 Daughters on Tuesday 2nd September 2014 Fathers* & Year 8 Sons on Thursday 4th September 2014 (7pm in St Thomas Church) * = or a male Mentor (eg. Grandfather, Uncle, family friend, big brother,…) “Time and Space programs offer parents the time and the space to strengthen the connections in those crucial relationships in your life. l Periods of transition challenge young people. l The knowledge that important adults are ‘in their corner’ helps them take the next step along life’s path.
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The ‘Time & Space’ programs offer parents and their daughters or sons the opportunity to celebrate and understand important transitions - you just need time and space to make it happen.”
We are looking forward to all Year 7 girls and Year 8 boys and their parents / guardians / mentors attending. Fathers* should have received a notice via their Year 7 daughter or Year 8 son recently with more details. Please feel free to look at the website http://www.time-space.com.au for more information. You can also contact Ms. Allison Carlon (Year 7 YLC) for more information at school on 03 5251136.
Tri-UMPH Festival – Friday 5th September 2014 A further reminder to parents about this special event that will be held next week at St Joseph’s College on Friday 5th September. As part of each school’s mission, students are expected to commit to action in issues of poverty and injustice and so it is the expectation of the management of the four Colleges that all students will participate in this combined Colleges event. ....continued on Page 2
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From the Principal (cont.)
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All students have been asked to donate $20. The major focus for the distribution of the funds raised by this event will be to assist in the education of a number of communities in East Timor.
Continuation of ‘From the Principal’
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Continuation of ‘From the Principal’ and Fr Kevin Dillon Comment
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Science Week - ‘Wizz Fizz’ photos
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Ignatian ‘Examen’ Prayer and Reflection
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Parents and Friends’ Association
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Canteen Roster and Year 12 Food Technology
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2014 Victorian School Netball Championships
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‘Di Rumah Makan’
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Languages: Indonesian 2014 Immersion and Architects of Change Update
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ILC Happenings
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Year 9 2015 Elective Process
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Indonesian music ‘Master Class’
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Year 11 and 12 Senior Soccer
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If the cost of attending the day places any family in a difficult financial position we ask that you make contact with your child’s Homeroom Teacher, year level Coordinator or Deputy Principal. Should a student be unable to attend the festival due to medical or other serious reason we ask that you discuss this with their Homeroom Teacher to make appropriate arrangements for the day. In the event of inclement weather the event will be cancelled and normal classes will be held at each college. Saint Ignatius students will travel by bus to and from St. Joseph’s College. The buses will leave after morning Homeroom time and return in time for students to catch their normal bus home. We are unable to store bags or take responsibility for valuables brought on the day and encourage students not to bring these to the festival. A range of food stalls and food vendors will be operating but, with almost 5000 people present, there may be some delays in serving everyone so students may choose the option of bringing their own snacks and lunch on the day. All students are expected to attend this event wearing their correct College sports uniform for years 7-10 and full sports or winter uniform for years 11 and 12. Normal expectations in regard to behaviour will apply.
Open Days 2014 - 2015
As stated, this project provides a wonderful opportunity to raise community awareness of the important issue of global and indigenous poverty in addition to strengthening the bonds between the four Geelong Catholic schools and as such, we appreciate your support of this initiative.
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School Community Surveys
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Thank you to parents who were able to complete the school improvement surveys that were posted out to all families recently.
Year 10 Italian Excursion
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Time to Shine Performing Arts Gala and ACARA Notice
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ADF Information Sessions “Ten common dicipline mistakes” by Michael Grose
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Full House - Potato Shed
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Community Notice Board
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School Calender
“Insight SRC” is conducting the surveys on behalf of Saint Ignatius College Geelong and the CEOM and they will provide us with an analysis of the responses later in the year. Your feedback will provide valuable information for the College Leadership Team to use to monitor how we are going as a school and plan for improvements.
Meeting of Jesuit & Partner Schools Principals and Rectors On Sunday 18th and Monday 19th of August, I attended the meeting of Principals and Rectors of Jesuit and Jesuit Partner schools in Australia at Xavier Catholic College in Hervey Bay, Queensland. We discussed many matters relevant to our nine colleges from across the country. Agenda items included - immersion programs, inter-school collaboration on sustainability, building stronger links across the curriculum and student leadership. We shared how each school managed various aspects of school operation. I also found the tour of Xavier College very interesting as it is helpful to see what is in place in other schools in comparison to ours. As a group we meet twice annually. It is indeed fortunate to belong to this Ignatian network of schools that provides guidance and support to the important work we all do for the education and faith development of our students.
Deputy Principal Review Last Thursday the panel met with a crosssection of people - staff, students and parents, to obtain feedback about Mr. Paul Lewis’ performance in the role of Deputy Principal. I thank all members of our College community who were able to provide this valuable feedback for Mr. Lewis and the College. As well as helping Mr. Lewis carry out his role, this process provided additional information to help with our leadership and management drive for continuous improvement. I met with the panel at the conclusion of the day for an overview of their findings. I am very pleased to report an overwhelming affirmation for the work of Mr. Lewis. I extend my congratulations to him and thank him for his ongoing commitment, hard work and effort to ensure positive faith development, learning and community strengthening outcomes. The review panel members have been very generous to our school community and I express my gratitude to them. I am so pleased we were able to have such well-respected and experienced panel members. ....continued on Page 3
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Thank you to: Ms. Liz Gleeson (Review coordinator, CEOM) Mr. Tony Frizza (Chairman of SICG Board and exPrincipal) Mr. Peter Cooper (Director of Burke Hall, Xavier College and SICG Board member) Ms. Gleeson will provide Fr. Dillon and me with the official Review Report soon.
End of term approaching There are just over three weeks until the end of this term. Could I please remind you of the following dates: Friday 12th September 2014: Interim Reports available on line Thursday 18th September 2014: Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences, 4.00pm - 6pm and 7.00pm - 8.30pm. Friday 19th September 2014: Student free day. Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences, 9.00am - 12.00pm. Cardinal Pell said it would not be appropriate for legal culpability to be “foisted” on church leaders. He then cited a hypothetical example of a case involving a woman who was molested by a truck driver. “It would not be appropriate, because it’s contrary to the policy, for the ownership, leadership of that company to be held responsible,” Cardinal Pell said. “Similarly with the church and the head of any other organisation. “If every precaution has been taken, no warning has been given, it is, I think, not appropriate for legal culpability to be foisted on the authority figure. “If in fact the authority figure has been remiss through bad preparation, bad procedures or been warned and done nothing or insufficient, then certainly the church official would be responsible,” the cardinal said. A lawyer representing Paul Hersbach, a victim of sexual abuse, put it to Cardinal Pell that the church was not a trucking company but an organisation of the highest integrity. Cardinal Pell said unfortunately some members of the church have not always acted with the highest integrity. “ABC News”, Thurs. August 21.
So the last day of classes for students for this term will be the last Thursday (18/9/14). As I have indicated above, we will not be sending out printed reports as you will be able to access them online. Very soon you will receive a letter from me that explains how you will be able to do this. You will also be able to book Parent/ Teacher/Student Conferences online as well. We won’t be sending out the normal paper-booking sheet. The letter will also cover this too.
Year 12 students’ last weeks The last day of formal classes for Year 12 students is also fast approaching. To help parents of Year 12 students with their planning I draw your attention to the following key dates. (Please note that some of these dates are a little different to the pattern of the last few years. For example, we had to adjust the date of the “last day” due to the timing, which is
From Fr Kevin Dillon The following is a totally fictional story, designed to illustrate an important point, namely the responsibility of an organisation for the actions of representatives it appoints to positions of trust. The story is in no way to be interpreted as reflecting poorly on the transport industry nor on anyone working in that industry. “Leah” had sold a number of items of household furniture on e-bay, and agreed to send them on to the purchaser. Checking the ads at the back of the local paper, she found “Little Leon’s Transport” claimed to have “friendly, reliable staff” on whom she could rely for an efficient execution of the job. She rang the company and confirmed the details, paying in advance by Credit Card. The next day, the driver appeared, driving an “Little Leon’s” van. But he badly damaged her goods by careless loading, some being broken beyond repair. And when she objected to this and indicated she would complain to the company, he brutally assaulted her, causing several cuts and bruises. Naturally, she reported the assault to the police, and the driver was charged, tried, convicted and sentenced to 3 months in prison. Leah then took legal action against “Little Leon’s”. “But we’re not responsible”, their lawyer told the Court. “The driver was not employed by us. We were a few drivers short that day, so we sub-contracted him to transport Leah’s goods. We’re sorry for what happened, but neither he nor his actions are our responsibility.” Leah’s lawyer had mentioned the case to some friends, who had read about it in the paper. “That driver was well-known to be dodgy”, they told him. “It was common knowledge that he was dishonest and a thug.
different this year, of some of the oral and practical subject assessments.) Thursday 16th October 2014: 11:00am Full School Assembly, Farewell to Year 12s (Gym) Thursday 16th October 2014: Year 12 Valete Mass, 7:00pm (St Thomas Church, Drysdale) Friday 17th October 2014: Year 12 Celebration Day (9:00am 12.30pm) Thursday 20th November 2014: Mosaic Evening (7:00pm, Costa Hall, Geelong) Friday 28th November 2014: Year 12 Valedictory Dinner (7:00pm, The Arena, North Geelong) Best wishes,
Michael Exton Principal No way would Little Leon’s Transport not have known that. They just didn’t want to lose Leah’s business, so they sent him there and just hoped he would behave himself. But he most certainly didn’t!” Leah’s lawyer argued that the company had sent the dodgy driver to her home, into her home, despite knowing about his behaviour and character and having received complaints about him on a number of occasions. “Your honour,” he said, “this case is not about the actions of the driver. It is about the trust Leah placed in “Little Leon’s Transport”. They assured Leah she could have total confidence in the driver they would send. He would do a good job, and her personal safety was assured. Yet both these key elements of trust were betrayed by the driver they sent into her home. If they hadn’t sent him, he and Leah would never have met.” The judge found in favour of Leah. On the basis of earlier complaints, he told her, “Little Leon’s Transport” had sufficient reason never to send that driver to her home - or indeed anyone else’s. She had even paid them. Had there never been any suspicion about this driver’s character. the situation might have been different. But they knew this fellow was dodgy, even if they couldn’t technically prove it. He should never have been engaged by them to enter her home. The company’s responsibility, both moral and legal, was quite clear. Fr Kevin Dillon, Geelong Deanery Coordinator and Association of Canonical Administrator President, OAM
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Science Week ‘Making Wizz Fizz’ photos Photography by David Alexander
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The Five Steps of the Ignatian ‘Examen’ Prayer Thanks I give thanks for the graces, benefits and good things of my day.
Ignatian Spirituality Reflection Call and Discipleship As an Ignatian college, inspired by the person of Saint Ignatius, we consciously strive to emulate his example of love and service.
Help I ask the Holy Spirit for help to discern my day with openess.
We are mindful of our Ignatian values of Competence, Conscience and Compassion.
Review I review my day, hour by hour, to see how God is working in my life.
This Christian notion of “discipleship” is one worth exploring a little deeper.
Response I respond to what I felt or learnt in the review of my day. Resolve I resolve with hope and grace to amend my life tomorrow. ‘Examen’ adaption by Fr. Michael Hansen SJ)
In doing this, we, like Ignatius, are being first and foremost disciples of Christ.
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First, unlike the case of discipleship in Rabbinic literature (Jewish writings of the time of Christ), the disciples of Jesus did not choose the master; the master chose and called the disciples. The initiative comes from Jesus.
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Second, there is an inclusive element to Jesus call. Unlike that of the rabbis, Jesus’ call was not restricted to the ritually pure and the religiously obedient. Among those invited to follow him were ‘tax collectors and sinners.’ (Mk 2:15). Women also accompanied him as disciples. (Lk 8:2)
Through our Christian Baptism, we too are chosen and called to be disciples. As Ignatian people, the response called for arises from a heart felt prayer given to us by Ignatius: Lord, teach me to be generous, to serve you as you deserve, to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to look for any reward, save that of knowing that I do your holy will.
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Fourth, discipleship means following Jesus by sharing his ministry. Unlike the disciples of the rabbis who were students concerned with passing on the tradition of their teachers, the disciples of Jesus were called for service.
l Finally, discipleship means a willingness to love others with a sacrificial love. The disciples are to share whatever they have with others. l Thus discipleship in the New Testament means a personal following of Jesus that affects every dimension of human life.
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Parents and Friends’ Association:
Parents and Friends’ provide HHD ‘Real Care’ baby experience The baby is just as demanding (if not more so) than a real baby, crying when it needs attention.
Meetings for 2014
In this circumstance the student must swipe their identification tag to ensure that the baby knows that they are their mother or father, then attend to its needs either rocking, feeding, changing or burping the baby.
The Parents & Friends’ Association cordially invite all those interested to their meetings for 2014 held from 7.30pm onward in the Food Tech Centre on the following dates: Meeting schedule: September Monday 15th October Monday 20th November Monday 17th AGM December TBA The Minutes for all meetings can be found on the College website in the Parents and Friends’ Portal when available. The Agenda for the up-coming meeting is also available from the website just prior to the meeting date.
Raffle Results The Mega Raffle was drawn Tuesday at St Josephs College - here are the lucky winners! 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th
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Gurrie Margaret Loughnan Mal Anderson Coralie Nash J&B Gorman McDougall Neylan Family Jonathon Woods Patrick Bongiorno Carolyn Dodds Nicole Mulvahil Tanya Muscat Andrew Purdy Therese Jolly Glen Hocking Dennis Beron Natasha Elliston Silvio Sellitto
Bookseller Prize Draw Winners: SJC Diane Johns St Ignatius Peter Martin Thank you to everyone who bought or sold tickets and well done to the winners! Sales of tickets from our College raised us $4186.00 A great effort by everyone.
Throughout the year the Parents and Friends’ Association allocate monies raised through fundraising to various projects and areas in the College. The Year 11 Health and Human Development students have been enjoying their experience with the ‘Real Care’ simulated baby this term. They are currently studying the development that occurs during infancy and childhood and to allow for a deeper understanding of the demands of a baby, they have been taking turns to look after their Real Care baby overnight.
This has been a very beneficial experience for the students and they have found it has not only supported the content in class but it has made them very grateful to their parents for all of their dedication during these early years. On behalf of the Health and Physical Education faculty and the HHD students, I would like to express my gratitude to the Parents and Friends Association for allowing the students to have this enlightening and educational opportunity. Blair Shaw
Join the Parents and Friends’ Association and make a difference The Parents and Friends’ Association is about enhancing the school and wider community. We achieve this through: Meeting regularly to share ideas - Third Monday evening each month at 7.30pm (currently) l Building a school community that is supportive of each other l Developing innovative projects/programs l Focusing on creating a sustainable environment l The organisation of social activities to ensure the opportunity to build relationships l Ensuring that we address issues relating to Social Justice l Being environmentally aware in all our actions and decisions l
If you are interested in joining this dynamic group and being part of the ongoing development of the College contact Kristi Papp, the PFA Secretary at kristipapp@iprimus.com.au
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Canteen Roster Starting 1st September Monday 1st C. Lyons, V. Beasley, V. Durbridge, Needed Tuesday 2nd P. Tyquin, S. Cross, M. Rav-Wig, B. Downey Wednesday 3rd T. Mifsud, M. Sideris, T. Gibbs, Needed
Year 12 Food Technology
The Year 12 Food Technology Classes have been very busy working towards completing their School Assessed Task Folio. They have used the design process to develop a range of products and have been producing them to an exceptionally high standard.
Below are some photos that show the talent of our Year 12 students work and the amazing work they have done in their practical classes. Ms Kristin Williamson Food Technology Learning Area Lead
Students have spent many hours including lunch times and after school to complete their final products. Their SAT contributes to both Unit 3 and 4 assessment and students spend all year working towards the completion of the Task.
Thursday 4th S. Jenkins, J. Gannon, J. Tarleton, N. Elliott Friday 5th No Canteen Tri-UMPH Day Starting 8th September Monday 8th C. Hunter, S. Hammond, G. Gould, J. Wilcox, M. Weatland Tuesday 9th M. Dunstan, S. Crawley, M. Heffernan, K. Lazzaro Wednesday 10th C. Ford, D. Thomson, T. Mifsud, K. Walker Thursday 11th C. Lyons, M. Gill, M. White, Needed Friday 12th S. Roberts, S. Schwager, L. Eastwood, Needed If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.
Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050 258
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2014 Victorian School Netball Championships On Tuesday 19th August, Saint Ignatius College participated in the Victorian School Netball Championships, held at the State Netball and Hockey Centre, Parkville.
The Year 9 and 10 boy’s team (coached by Mrs Isje Timmins) played six games, winning four and narrowly losing two. Better player were: Lachlan Prestipino, Jack Leamer-Alessi and Kody Wilson.
A very large contingent of boys and girls tried out for the teams, and as a result, six strong teams travelled to Melbourne to participate in the preliminary round.
I would like to thank the coaches for volunteering their time to coach the students and I would especially like to thank the umpires: Sarah Papp, Meg Evenden, Taylah Frew, Chelsea Skuza, Chloe McDowell and Caroline Smith.
I would like to commend the students on their commitment to be a part of the netball teams and for always training enthusiastically over the past couple of months. This year, we again received some great results. The Year 11 and 12 girl’s team (coached by Ms Bek Spencer) played four games (winning three and losing one), which means that they have been invited back to play in the Finals Day of competition in September. Better players were: Abbey Middleton, Olivia Young and Amy Gibbs. The Year 11 and 12 boy’s team (coached by Ms Julie Wilson) played six games (winning four and drew twice) and this also means that they have been invited back to play in the Finals Day of competition in September. Better players were: Mitch O’Dowd, Josh Smith and Jack O’Connell. The Year 7 and 8 boy’s team (coached by Mrs Leesa Snookes) played five games (winning two, losing two and drew once), which means they have been invited back to play in the Finals Day of competition in September. Better players were: Noah Young, Denzel Fuller and Lachlan Hart. So, congratulations to the above mentioned three teams! The Year 7 and 8 girl’s team (coached by Ms Blair Shaw) played eight games, winning six and narrowly losing two. Better players were: Olivia Hewitt, April Joseph and Michaela Giblin. The Year 9 and 10 girl’s team played five games, winning three, narrowly losing one and they drew one. Better players were: Allie Smith, Samantha Gravener and Holly Milsome.
Also, thank you to the handful of parents who came to watch their son/daughter play. Your support is very much appreciated and I hope you enjoyed the day. Lastly, I would like to thank and congratulate all the players for their dedication over the last few months. Many lunchtime training sessions were held, and the commitment the students showed was commendable. All students performed to their full potential throughout the day, and were a pleasure to take to Melbourne. From what I observed, the students thoroughly enjoyed the day which makes it a terrific day out for everyone involved. I look forward to the same commitment and brilliant performances next year! I would like to wish the Year 7 and 8 boy’s team and the Year 11 and 12 boys and girls teams the best of luck for the ‘Finals Day’ of competition on the 11th September and the 17th September respectively. Stacey Learmonth College Netball Coordinator
Photos (next page): Year 7 and 8 Girls: Back L-R: Ms Shaw, April Joseph, Brittany Nowell, Paige McGrath, Michaela Giblin, Bridget Evenden, Jaimee Crombie and Ella Mannix. Front L-R: Montana Holdsworth, Claudea Britt, Olivia Hewitt and Molly Cross. Year 7 and 8 Boys: Back L-R: Denzel Fuller, Josh Michels Jake Krilcic, Mitchell Thebes, Lachlan Hart and Mrs Snookes. Front L-R: Noah Young, Dominic Randall, Matson Waring, Campbell Harry and Blake Mazouris. Year 9 and 10 Girls: Back L-R: Ms Learmonth, Holly Milsome, Holly Woodhouse, Maggie Leahy, Maddy Clifton, Annie Simmons and Victoria Herring. Front L-R: Hannah Welsh, Allie Smith, Maddy Searle and Samantha Gravener. Year 9 and 10 Boys: Back L-R: Darcy Hewitt, Jack Leamer-Alessi, Kody Wilson, Max Kos, Thomas Wallis, Ben Hargreaves and Mrs Timmins. Front L-R: Alex Skeen, Lachlan Prestipino, Ben Vale and Tristan Volke. Year 11 and 12 Girls: Back L-R: Isabella Searle, Taya Barnett, Abbey Middleton, Naomi Edwards, Olivia Young, Amy Gibbs and Ms Spencer. Front L-R: Kristy Tyquin, Claudea Wilson, Sarah Rushton and Emily Harwood. Year 11 and 12 Boys: Back L-R: Ms Wilson, James Peers, Luke Bowdern, Josh Smith, Tom Rose and Jack O’Connell. Front L-R: Alex Micallef, Zane Micallef, Mitch O’Dowd and Dillon King.
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2014 Victorian School Netball Championships Team Photos (Article on the previous page)
Year 7 and 8 Girls
Year 7 and 8 Boys
Year 9 and 10 Girls
Year 9 and 10 Boys
Year 11 and 12 Girls
Year 11 and 12 Boys
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‘Di Rumah Makan’ (At a restaurant) On Wednesday 20 August, Year 10 Indonesian students came together with Year 11 and 12 Indonesian students for dinner at Warung Bali. Year 10s are studying a unit on ‘Di Rumah Makan’ (‘At a Restaurant’), so enjoyed the chance to try some Indonesian food, while the Year 11 and 12s relish any opportunity for an Indonesian experience of culture and food. With almost 50 participants, we practically filled the restaurant, with all involved enjoying dishes including rendang, mie goreng and sate, lumpia and kare ayam. Year 10 and 11 students participating the study tour also enjoyed the opportunity to meet with each other outside of school in preparation for September’s tour of Java and Bali, as well as benefitting from hearing about Year 12 students’ experiences on previous study tours. Ms Julia Hall Learning Area Leader - LOTE
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Languages: Indonesian 2014 Immersion
Some of the fun had by student’s on the 2012 trip. On September 14, twenty eight Year 10 and 11 Indonesian students and four staff fly out for a 10-day tour of Java and Bali. This year’s trip is the first one to Indonesia for sometime with previous trips going to Malaysia due to travel warnings. The trip begins in Indonesia’s capital city, Jakarta, before making its way east towards Yogyakarta, via Bandung and Magelang, and ending in Bali.
Students are looking forward to immersing themselves in the Javanese culture, including taking part in artistic, musical and handicraft workshops, visiting Borobudur (a UNESCO listed 8th century Buddhist temple), orang-utan rehabilitation centre and the magnificent 9th century Hindu temple complex of Prambanan. The tour concludes in Bali, with an eco-educational bike tour through Bali’s back country and some well-earned R&R in Ubud.
Support staff on the trip will be Ms Julia Hall, Mr Byron Mitchell, Ms Kirsty Allan and Mr Paul James. The trip commences Sunday 14th of September with the students will be returning on Wednesday 24th of September. Ms Julia Hall Learning Area Leader - LOTE
Architects of Change Update We are now half way through the second semester and the two VCAL classes are working on some very productive and inspired projects. The year 11 group has been working on a themed unit called “Walk this Way - Mixed Abilities”, learning about and understanding people with a disability. They began the semester completing the Hoddle Waddle around Melbourne CBD, utilizing many mathematical, literacy and employability skills. They have completed the SCOPE Young Ambassadors program, where Emily and Zane presented a thought provoking session on living with a disability. Students have also been leaders in a mentoring partnership with Year 10 students from Nelson Park School. This program is a valuable way to work in the community and communicate with people with a disability, teaching and guiding the development of new mathematical skills. We look forward to our last session in Queenscliff where small groups will complete a “Queenscliff Waddle” designed by the AOC class. The Year 12 students have been working on their themed unit of Homelessness, researching homelessness and its causes.
They went to Melbourne to participate in the Big Issue classroom and completed a walking tour of Urban Seed. All this knowledge is then transferred into our local Geelong region. Other activities students are working on include: l The Winter Sleepout l Building outdoor furniture for Urban Seed Norlane using recycled wood pallets l Soup Kitchen at Christ Church l Food Bank at Drysdale Community Centre Students are also developing a Trivia Night and all funds raised will be donated to Give Where you Live and Urban Seed. All details relevant to the Trivia Night will be advertised in the next newsletter. The other major element to semester 2 is the Structured Workplace Learning Placement, whereby students work every Friday developing valuable industry skills and general employability knowledge. The constructive feedback from our employers and the development in the students has been extremely positive. Deanne Allen-Emery VCAL Coordinator (Development)
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ILC Happenings Last week (18th August - 22nd August) we celebrated Book Week. With the theme of “Connect to Reading”, we started the week with a two-day visit from Scot Gardner. Scot is a well-known author who entertained the Year 7’s. All Year 7’s attended a session where Scot spoke about his writing and his books; where he get his ideas from and what kind of writing he does and why. Then they attended a writing workshop run by Scot. There were many great stories being told and discussed. A main point from Scot is that “everyone has a story within to tell.” We continued the week with many quizzes, and lunchtime activities. These involved a Word Race using the theme “Connect to Reading”. An entertaining session of Celebrity Heads with our Celebrity Heads being Mr Chris Dainton, Ms Penny King, Mr Byron Mitchell, Mr Caleb Ryan and Ms Kerry Sidaway. And yes, they were just a bit competitive! Thank you so much for taking part. Lastly, we had Lego Creations with many great creations being made. Well done to all our participants and winners of the competition. And a big thank you to the ILC team: Mrs Lynne-Maree Parker, Mrs Julie Jeramiah and Ms Maree Maurer for all your hard work and preparation for Book Week. Leonie Stephenson Acting Information Learning Centre Co-ordinator
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Year 9 2015 Elective Process Year 8 students have begun to consider Year 9 2015 elective choices in earnest this week. On Tuesday August 26th, all students in the year level gathered in the ILC to have the process explained to them.
Printed forms with student names and homerooms will be distributed via Homeroom teachers on Tuesday September 2nd and these forms are due back to the corresponding homeroom teacher one week after that date.
Students were shown how to access the information booklet located on the College website. This booklet contains information about core subjects and elective options and provides a practice elective preference form for students to consult as they contemplate their choices.
Any student who will be away from the College when the elective form is due for submission on September 9th is able to download a form from the website and email it back to his or her homeroom teacher with parent or guardian confirmation of support for that student’s choices.
Students are able to choose three electives per Semester and each elective extends for three periods per week. The range of electives provides students with the opportunity to find out about their strengths and limitations across various subjects and Learning Areas. To assist with the selection process, the 2015 booklet will be online by no later than August 29. Once it has been uploaded, Year 8 students will receive an email and keynote guidelines from Mrs. Hodge, Year 8 Level Coordinator, reminding them how to access this booklet. All Year 8 students will then have until Tuesday September 9th to select their electives for 2015.
Please note that individual elective preference forms must be signed and dated by parents and/or guardians before Homeroom teachers can accept them from students. We look forward to working with your son or daughter to help them with their elective choices and we ask you to study the subject information booklet and discuss their preferences with them over the next couple of weeks before forms are due to be returned to the College. Mrs. Annette Chidzey Head of Learning and Teaching
Saint Ignatius College presents
“Instrumental Showcase” Drama Theatre, GPAC Wednesday September 3rd, 7pm - 9.15pm
The Old Ignatians’ Association is gaining momentum and hopes to be a really vibrant part of the College community in the very near future. It is important for us to be able to enable all former students aware of reunions, other functions and provide information about the group. It’s about keeping connected, staying in touch and reflecting on our old school days. It would be great if you could update your current contact details with the college especially your mobile numbers and email addresses. These can be updated: via the Portal Old Ignatians’ Association on the College website or email details to connoleya@ignatius.vic.edu.au Contact details include: Name, address, year left the college, home phone number, mobile phone number, email address. Looking forward to catching up with soon. A reunion in September will be held at The Royal Geelong Yacht club mid-September, 2014. An invitation will be mailed to you if your address is current. Tell your friends and bring them along! Check out the Alumni facebook page for the details as well facebook.com/ saintignatiusalumni The Old Ignatians’ Steering Committee and Development Team
You are invited to a wonderful music event on Wednesday September 3rd. There will be acts from all year levels and an incredible staff act from the Performing Arts Department. The show will end approximately 9.15pm. Adults: $12.00 and children under 12: $6.00. (Cheaper than the movies unless you have a senior’s card! ) To book, please go to the following link : http://www.trybooking.com/FQJU It would be great if you could attend. Come along and enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment.
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Indonesian music ‘Master Class’ On Thursday 7 August, all our Year 8 Indonesian students and Year 9 Elective Indonesian students experienced an Indonesian music Master Class with Pak Aaron from ‘Bagus Kan’. He shared his expertise with the gamelan (traditional Javanese percussion orchestra) and taught us the Kecak Dance (also known as the Ramayana Monkey Chant). It was a very intense ‘hands on’ day and was a wonderful taster to learn about some aspects of Indonesian culture. Terima kasih to Ibu Ellis for organising the day! “I enjoyed how we got to have a go on all of the instruments because I had never played them before. I would like to know more about how long it took the gamelan players to learn to play the instruments and how they can perfect the beat for so long.” Felicity Abfalter, 8 Campion “I found it interesting how all the sounds of the Gamelan moulded together and created a beautiful melody and how well a simple tune all played together made an amazing sound.” Isaac Carpenter, 8 Campion “I thought that the gamelan instruments would make a different sound - the bonang and kenon looked like they should make a deeper sound, so I was surprised when we hit them. I want to know more about the story behind the Kecak dance.” Kelsey Notting, 9 Mangin “The session was really short, but we got a lot out of it and made some especially good gamelan music. I’m looking forward to further developing my gamelan skills.” Cooper Seiffert, 9 Regis Ms Julia Hall Learning Area Leader - LOTE
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Year 11 and 12 Senior Soccer July 29th
Year 11 and 12 Senior Soccer at Kardinia International College, July 29th, 2014 Fifteen boys worked hard all day to play three games against Christian College, Covenant College and Kardinia International School at Kardinia. It was a very windy day that made for interesting tactics. In the first game we played against KIC and played against the wind in the first half. We defended well and had several opportunities to score. Unfortunately they used the wind to their advantage and scored two breakaway goals. By half time we were down by 2-0. In the second half we played even better and had several good attempts at goals but were not able to convert. Poor marking in our defensive goal area allowed them an easy shot at goal from two metres out. End result was 3-0 to the opposition. The second game we played much better against Covenant College. This time we started with the wind and Sebastian Hessman scored a great goal. Soon after Addison Krizmanic scored a really great gaol, running threw the defence and striking truely. Each of the goals was celebrated in a choreograph manner in the corner; which set a standard for all the other teams to come up with their own interesting and humorous celebrations. Half time score was 2- 1 for us. In the second half we defended really well - Dylan Chainski was a rock in defence. Jesse Krasic scored an absolute blinder from a tight angle, into the wind (in my opinion it was the goal of the day).
The last game against Christian College was after lunch – we began with the wind but just couldn’t find the back of the net. Isaac McCabe and Sebastian had several shots from a distance that weren’t controlled well enough and they went wide - we defended really well as a team but unfortunately the opposition found the back of the net from a corner. In the second half we once again took the initiative and attacked creatively, but again no luck. One particular shot from a hard working Jesse was only just saved by the keeper. The opposition used the wind to get the ball quickly to the other end to score. End result was 2- 0 for the opposition.
The team on the day were: James Kerr-Nelson Dylan Chainski Raymond Butler Sebastien Hessmann Peter Kamvoussoulis Jesse Krasic Liam McInnes Marcus Neild Isaac McCabe Adison Krizmanic Daniel Nem Singh James Rodwell Harry Stannard Jacob Lee Forrester Sadler
James Kerr-Nelson kept really well all day, he had a little trouble with the wind but made a few excellent saves. All in all a fun day that all the boys enjoyed - it was entertaining and the quality of the opposition was very high. The team would like to thank Mr Philp for organising with the other schools the competition, without all of his hard work we wouldn’t have had such an enjoyable day. Peter Grull Team Coach
End result 3-1 for us.
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Year 10 Italian Excursion On Wednesday the 13th of April the year 10 Italian Students went on a Food Tour Excursion on Lygon Street. If it is true that Italians are all about food, art and soccer, no doubts that the food box has been ticked! Saint Ignatius year 10 students have had one of the most amazing food experiences available in Melbourne in the suggestive scenery of Carlton. Our friendly tour guide, Allan, led us to the best places to taste the most delicious food, varying from Italian pastries to authentic prosciutto, hand made mozzarella, organic coffee, free range cold meat, spicy chocolate and gelati.
Learning about Carlton History
Students’ behaviour has been exemplary at all time and they should be proud of themselves for having tasted all of the food samples offered during the tour (including coffee with no sugar, as a purist should drink!). During our three hours mouth-watering tour, our guide Allan also took the opportunity to tell us about Carlton’s Italian history, development and evolution which has been a great occasion to learn and highlight how foreign influences made Australian culture so rich, diverse and unique.
Mozzarella making....
Here are some student’ comments: “One of my favorite things from the day was seeing mozzarella been made first hand and then getting to taste it fresh.” Martina G. “It was definitely a learning experience for us all. I found it interesting watching how mozzarella was made by hand. Eating gelato was the best way to finish the tour. Now I know why Lygon Street is referred to as ‘Melbourne’s Little Italy’. I was glad to go home knowing that I have taken in something from the excursion” Nicole N.
and prosciutto tasting…
Francesco Melli Language Teacher - Italian.
On the bus
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Open Days 2014-2015 Institution
Open
days
Academy of Design Australia 10 August 2014, (9am-5pm) Academy of Interactive Entertainment 17 August 2014, (10am-3pm) 15 November 2014, (10am-3pm) Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus: 10 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Ballarat Campus: 31 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Australian College of Applied Psychology 10 August 2014, (10am-2pm) 11 August 2014, (10am-4pm) 14 August 2014, (4pm-7pm) Australian College of Sports Therapy 8 September 2014, (12pm-3pm) 11 September 2014, (4pm-7pm) Australian College of the Arts 17 January 2015, (10am-3pm) Australian Guild of Music Education By appointment: (03) 9822 3111 Australian Institute of Fitness Melbourne City Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am) Australian Institute of Music http://www.aim.edu.au/future-students/domestic-melbourne Australian Maritime College 31 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Bendigo TAFE City Campus and Charleston Road: 17 August 2014, (10am-2pm) Billy Blue College of Design www.billyblue.edu.au/events Blue Mountains International Hotel Management Leura Campus: 30 August 2014, (10am-2pm) School Box Hill Institute 24 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Charles Sturt University www.csu.edu.au/oncampus/campus-life/tour Chisholm Dandenong Campus: 23 August 2014, (11am-4pm) CQUniversity 10 August 2014, (9am-1pm) Virtual Open Day: 10 September (10am-7pm) Deakin University Warrnambool Campus: 3 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Geelong Waterfront Campus: 10 August 2014, (9am-3pm) Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus: 10 August 2014, (9am-3pm) Melbourne Burwood Campus: 24 August 2014, (9am-4pm) Elly Lukas Beauty Therapy College 2 August 2014, (11am-12.30pm) 17 September 2014, (6pm-7.30pm) 11 October 2014, (11am-12.30pm) 12 November 2014, (6pm-7.30pm) 29 November 2014, (11am-12.30pm) 6 December 2014, (11am-12.30pm) 7 January 2015, (6pm-7.30pm) 17 January 2015, (11am-12.30pm) Endeavour College of Natural Health By appointment: (03) 9662 9911 Federation Training By appointment: 1300 133 717 Federation University Australia Ballarat and Gippsland Campuses: 31 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Footscray City Films 24 August 2014, (1pm-4pm) Gordon (The) 10 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE By appointment: 1 300 468 233 Health Skills Australia Blackburn Campus: 9 August 2014, (10am-2pm) Melbourne CBD Campus: 10 August 2014, (10am-2pm) Holmes Institute 10 September 2014, (11am-3pm) Holmesglen www.holmesglen.edu.au/open International College of Hotel Management 17 August 2014, (2.30pm) Investment Banking Institute Business School By appointment: 1300 659 298 JMC Academy 23 August 2014, (10:30am) 17 January 2015, (10.30am) 9 May 2015, (10.30am) Kangan Institute Broadmeadows Campus: 2 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Docklands Campus: 9 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Richmond Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Richmond Campus: 26 August 2014 (6pm-8pm) Moonee Ponds Campus: 30 August 2014 (10am-4pm) Kaplan Business School By appointment: 1300 602 809 La Trobe Melbourne By appointment: (03) 9479 2417
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Open Days 2014-2015 Institution
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La Trobe University Shepparton Campus: 8 August 2014, (4pm-7pm) Mildura Campus: 13 August 2014, (3.30pm-7.30pm) Bendigo Campus: 17 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Melbourne Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Albury-Wodonga Campus: 29 August 2014, (4pm-7pm) LaTrobe College of Art and Design By appointment: (03) 9606 0933 Longerenong College By appointment: (03) 5362 2222 Melbourne Institute of Business and Technology Geelong: 10 August 2014, (9am-3pm) Burwood: 24 August 2014, (9am-4pm) Melbourne Institute of Technology By appointment: (03) 8600 6700 Melbourne Polytechnic http://melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/info-nights Monash College By appointment: (03) 9903 4788 Monash University Berwick and Peninsula Campus: 2 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Clayton and Caulfield Campus: 3 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Parkville Campus: 17 August 2014, (10am-3pm) Moorabbin Flying Services 30 August 2014, (10am-2pm) Navitas College of Public Safety 10 August 2014, (10am-2pm) Northern College of the Arts and Technology 19 August 2014, (6pm-8pm) 13 October 2014, (6pm-7.30pm) Northern Melbourne Institute of TAFE www.nmit.edu.au/info-nights Oceania Polytechnic Institute of Education 10 August 2014, (10am to 4pm) Oxygen College 30 August 2014, (11am) Photographic Imaging College 24 August 2014, (12pm-3pm) Photography Studies College 17 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Republica Education Tractor: 10 August 2014, (10am-4pm) RGIT Australia rgit.edu.au RMIT University 10 August 2014, (10am-4pm) SAE Creative Media Institute 13 September 2014, (11am) Sage Institute of Education Melbourne Campus: 17 August 2014, (10am) Elsternwick Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am) Southern School of Natural Therapies By appointment: (03) 9415 3333 Sunraysia Institute of TAFE 12 October 2014 Swinburne University of Technology Hawthorn Campus: 3 August 2014, (10am-4pm) University of Canberra By appointment: 1800 UNI CAN University of Melbourne (The) Parkville & Southbank Campuses: 17 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Burnley Campus: 11 September 2014, (12pm-7pm) VFA Learning By appointment: (03) 5223 6800 Victoria University Footscray Park Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Victorian Institute of Technology Every Friday from 10am William Angliss Institute of TAFE Melbourne Campus: 24 August 2014, (10am-4pm) Sydney Campus: 13 September 2014, (10am-2pm) Wodonga Institute of TAFE By appointment: 1300 698 233
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Adventure, travel, great pay and diverse career opportunities – just to name a few of the benefits on offer when you join the Navy, Army or Air Force. If you’re up for the challenge and would like to find out more, come along to one of our upcoming information sessions: 04 Aug 14 06 Aug 14 07 Aug 14 13 Aug 14 19 Aug 14 20 Aug 14 25 Aug 14 27 Aug 14
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ADF Careers Army 1 Year Roles Army Reserve (Geelong Session– see note below) Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) Army Reserve Royal Military College (RMC) ADF Technical Trades Women In Defence (WID)
All sessions are taking place in the Defence Force Recruiting Centre Location: Level 14, 501 Swanston Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 *Please note: the Army Reserve session on 7th August will be held at 196 Myers St, Geelong. There are limited positions available for these sessions so reservations are essential. To book your seat please email CPTVIC@dfr.com.au with the date and title of the session and also the number of seats you would like. Hope to see you there! DEFENCE FORCE RECRUITING
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INSIGHTS Building parent-school partnerships
Ten common
discipline mistakes
WORDS Michael Grose
Here are 10 common and easily avoided mistakes parents make when disciplining their children. Replace these mistakes with better techniques and you’ll be on your way to parenting easy street. Discipline is easy when children are easy. It can be downright tricky when children are difficult, have interesting personalities or are at one of the challenging developmental stages. It’s with kids in these difficult categories that
4 Setting no limits Boundaries, rules, expectations and standards teach kids what’s expected. Boys love them. They also like to push against them, so you need a firm backbone.
we need to get our discipline techniques right.
5 Failing to follow through.
Here are 10 common mistakes I see many parents
Talk! Threaten! Nag! No way! See No. 1 above.
make when trying to get cooperation from
Keep the two actions separate so they can both be effective.
9 Deferring discipline Deferring discipline to a child care centre, preschool or school. This is taking the easy way out and teaches kids that you don’t have real authority. Have the confidence to be the authority and take a lead.
their children, keep them safe or teach them to
6 Making consequences too harsh
behave well.
10 One parent is always the bad guy
“You’re grounded for a month, Mr 6-year-old” is
This gets wearing. Also it’s hard to have fun when
Do any of these bloopers ring a bell? 1 Repeating yourself If you do this, you are training your kids to
a tad harsh and will usually bring resentment,
you are the tough cop all the time. If you are in a
not to mention confusion. Stick to the 3 Rs
two-parent situation take discipline in turns.
– respectful, reasonable and related to the
If you are parenting solo, bring sparents into the
behaviour – when setting consequences and you
act.
can’t go too far wrong.
become ‘parent deaf’. Kids learn more from respectful actions than your repeated words, so speak once – twice at most – then DO something.
7 Applying consequences when
you, or they, are angry
2 Shouting to be heard
When anger is in the air kids will become mad
You will getter better results by going below the
at you ... if they listen at all. Calmness makes a
noise baseline to get their attention rather than
huge difference to effectiveness at the point of
raising your voice.
discipline.
3 Setting limits too late
8 Mixing discipline
We’ve all made mistakes when disciplining kids. Tiredness, emotion and lack of skill can get in the way of effective discipline. But part of the evolution and growth of you as a parent involves eradicating some of your old ways, and replacing them with new, more effective, more sophisticated ways of managing yourself and your kids.
or situation is introduced (e.g. a kid gets a new
Never mix the two as it sends mixed messages.
mobile phone, a teen starts going out at night),
If a child misbehaves manage that situation. If
you will be seen to be taking away a freedom. It’s
you suspect something negative is going on in
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better to set limits first then loosen them up later.
their life, then deal with that at a separate time.
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Community Notice Board Local up-coming events and sporting club information
Clifton Springs Bowls Club
Whether you’re looking to play competitively, join a social team or have a casual roll, we can accommodate you, your family and friends. Our three greens are playable year round, making us the perfect choice for your bowling experience. With a fully licensed bar and full kitchen facilities, Clifton Springs Bowling Club is the ideal location to enjoy a seriously cheap drink, hold a function and have a roll. With a variety of memberships and participation opportunities available, why wouldn’t you come for a look! We have fantastic coaches available to introduce beginners to lawn bowls, assist bowlers with technique and all at no cost! Our social members are given full access to club facilities and enjoy the benefits of our community.
“Try Bowls”
Saturday 20 September, 2.00 to 4.00 pm Sunday 21 September, 2.00 to 4.00 pm Call Jan 52513106 or Club 52513555 to register your interest & we will have volunteers on the green to assist you
Casual Bowls If you’re time poor or simply looking for a non-competitive opportunity to try bowls then our “Barefoot Bowls” and “Bowl With It” programs are for you. Learn the basics of the game in a friendly environment whilst enjoying a drink and a laugh with friends. Springs Street, Clifton Springs 3222 Phone: 03 5251 3555 Fax: 03 5251 1260 E-mail: cliftonspringsbowls@bigpond.com Web: www.cliftonspringsbowlingclub.com.au
Portarlington Junior Cricket Program 2014 - 15 Our club is looking for players and coaches for the up coming cricket season. Our teams include U/11, U/13, U/15, U/17 and Milo Cricket. Our family friendly club provides great opportunities for players of all ages and abilities, We encourage girls andboys of all ages to get involved, with parental involvement welcomed. We provide great opportunities for coaches to work in a supported environment with excellent facilities. Our club prides itself on our junior and senior cricket divisions working together and supporting each other.
Registration Night
Thursday September 4th Portarlington Cricket Club from 5pm. Cost of junior player membership is $50 and this includes a playing shirt, cap and insurance, and all playing equipment. Players will need to supply personal protectors and white pants. Family and senior playing memberships are also available. Milo cricket registration is also Thursday 4th of September. Cost $65 for a 12 week program in which children receive a backpack with bat, ball, hat, shirt, drink bottle and insurance. If you are unable to attend registration night, would like further information or to register your interest, please contact James Harvey (Junior Cricket Co-ordinator) on
0404800384
or jim14harv@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you in September ready for a successful season!
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Community Notice Board Local up-coming events and sporting club information
Ocean Grove Tennis Club Junior Division
Summer Tennis
TENNIS
The Summer Competition includes girls, boys and mixed teams competing on Saturday Mornings at both home and away games across the Geelong Region. Teams comprise 4 - 6 players, with a minimum of 4 required to play each week. Each player competes in one set of singles and one set of doubles. All players must be under 18 years of age as of October 1st 2014.
New Players Welcome
The Summer Season commences on Saturday October 11th Registrations Close on Saturday August 30th For further information or to register: Donna James Secretary - Junior Division Ocean Grove Tennis Club
0425 723 065
oceangrovejtc@gmail.com
JUNIORS ... boys and girls Interested in giving tennis a try? Want to play in a team? ... and have practice hitting a couple of times a week? Like some FREE coaching? Beginner players welcome
SUMMER COMPETITION STARTING IN OCTOBER!
MOOLAP TENNIS CLUB Wills Crescent (near school)
09 366 545
Phone Fran 04 Practice nights 02 or Phil 5251 30 every Wednesday and or email Thursday from 3.30 pm g @moolaptc.or nt hu phil. - ask for Phil
Clifton Springs Tennis Club Free Junior Membership for 12 months!
Drysdale Junior Tennis Summer Competition Summer Tennis season will soon be here. If you wish to play in a great family friendly environment, give Drysdale Tennis Club a go! Summer tennis season starts on Saturday 11th Oct, and we need your application by Saturday 30th August. You just need to be under 18 on 1st Oct 2014 & be prepared to have fun! For further information please contact Kerry Humphrey on 0400 078 337 or email drysdalecomputers@bigpond.com
Our new courts will be ready in October. They are the plexicushion grand slam surface used at Melbourne Park. We are celebrating this great addition to our community by offering free membership for all junior members for 12 months (including Tennis Vic Insurance) If you either have a child playing tennis, or wish to try tennis for the first time or needing coaching, the Clifton Springs Tennis Club can cater for all ages and levels. What better way for your child to be part of a club with the best community sporting facilities on the district - with free membership! Ring Carol for junior registrations on 0401997448 Ring Mark Hagebols for all coaching enquiries 0416288956 Clifton Springs Tennis Club is located in Jetty Rd. Clifton Springs.
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Community Notice Board Local up-coming events and sporting club information
Drysdale Cricket Club Junior Regristration Night
Ocean Grove “Grubbers” Cricket Club
Boys and girls wanted for age grades Under 11’s, 13’s, 15’s, 17’s You must have turned 9 before 1ST SEPT 2014 FOR U11’s
Season 2014 / 2015 Junior Registration and MILO In 2 Cricket Sign Up Days
Under 11s play on Friday nights Cricket is fun, healthy and promotes an active lifestyle, so we hope to see you at the Registration night
Tuesday 2nd Sept 5.30pm and Sunday 21st Sept at 11am Junior Co-ordinator: Maxine Moriarty
0425 707 325
email: Maxine.cnm@gmail.com
TRACK & FIELD ATHLETICS Athletics Chilwell is inviting athletes to join the club for the upcoming Track and Field season, which commences on Saturday 4 October. Competition is held each Saturday afternoon at Landy Field. South Geelong. Athletes of all standards, aged from Under 14 to Masters are welcome to participate. Coaching is available in all disciplines eg sprints, middle/long distance, throws and jumps. Enquiries to Mary on
52293920
or email athschilwell@yahoo.com
Sunday 31st August 10.00am - 12.00pm Wednesday 3rd September 6.00pm - 7.30pm @ Memorial Reserve, The Avenue, Ocean Grove Fielding Teams in age groups for MILO and Under 11, 13, 15 and 17 for players born on or after the 1st September. Under 11 will play on Friday afternoon / evenings starting about 4.45 - 5.00pm, Under 13, 15 and 17 play on Saturday mornings 9.00 – 11.45 am Under 13, 15 and 17 Training will begin the week commencing Monday 29th September with the first game of the season expected to commence Saturday 11th October (U13, 15, 17). Under 11 training will commence on Thursday 9th October and the first game for Under 11s and MILO first night will be Friday 24th October. Registrations for Milo In 2 Cricket for children 5 - 10 years old can also be made Registration Fees for Juniors and MILO are as follows:1st child $ 70.00 2nd child $ 60.00 Family registration (3 or more) $ 150.00 Social Member $ 25.00 Registration fees payable by cheque (to Ocean Grove Cricket Club) or cash only. Unfortunately no credit card or Eftpos facilities available. All enquiries to Paul Madden
0458 500 801
or email paulmadden@nbnco.com.au
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Community Notice Board Local up-coming events and sporting club information
SWorDFish Club Swimathon Sunday 14th September 2014 6am to 6pm @ Geelong Aquatic Centre 3 Bridge Street Newtown 3220 Prizes for individual, corporate and the school that raises the most money. Gain sponsorship either per lap or overall donation. Barbecue, spinning wheel and entertainment running throughout the day. Ring G.A.C. on 5222 5530 for more information.
Swordfish Swimathon Sunday 14th September 2014 To whom it may concern Each Saturday afternoon during the term at Geelong Aquatic Centre, the SWORDFISH Club run a Learn-to-Swim therapy program for children with a variety of disabilities who s truggle to learn in mainstream classes. As the cost of running the program exceeds $60,000 per year, it is heavily dependent on subsidisation by fundraising so that parents can afford to take part in the program. With the government cutting funding it makes it very difficult for families some having to withdraw from the program. On Sunday 14th September from 6am to 6pm, the Swordfish Club will be running a Swimathon at GAC. We are in the process of contacting schools, clubs and businesses to take part, as we feel that young adults, children helping other young adults, and children in need, is a vital part of their community awareness. Each group will enter a team of as many swimmers as they like (which could include siblings, parents, teachers, friends, work colleagues). They will be allocated a lane and will need to roster swimmers during that time. As many swimmers as you like can swim in a lane at the same time and can use swim aids or dress up. Each swimmer will be asked to gain sponsorship, either per lap, or an overall donation. We would hope that each team would raise at least $2000. There will be entertainment, barbecues and spinning wheels running throughout the day including a silent auction. We now need your generosity to donate prizes or services for the raffle and auction. Please contact Kerry Miller or Tanya Doak as soon as possible on 5222 5530 to discuss further details. Regards, Kerry & Tanya Swordfish Club
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School Calendar August 2014 Friday 29th
Year 9 Melbourne Camp 2 Return
September 2014 Tuesday 2nd
Year 10 Enviromental Science Excursion
Tuesday 2nd Year 12 VCAL Excursion Drysdale Community Church Tuesday 2nd Year 7 Father Daughter Night College, 7pm - 9pm Wednesday 3rd Year 10 Aquatics (Morse) Wednesday 3rd Instrumental Night Drama Theatre, GPAC, 7pm - 9.15pm Thursday 4th
Year 10 Aquatics (Andres)
Thursday 4th Year 8 Father Son Night College, 7pm - 9pm Friday 5th TRI-umph Day St Josephs College Geelong All Day Tuesday 9th Year 9 ‘Romeo and Juliet’ Performance All Year 9 Students Tuesday 9th Year 12 VCAL Excursion Drysdale Community Church Tuesday 9th Year 12 PE Revision Workshop Christian College Wednesday 10th Chess Competition Geelong College Thursday 11th Year 12 VCAL Excursion Norlane Baptist Church
September 2014 Thursday 11th Year 7 and 8 Netball Final Parkville Thursday 11th
R U OK? Day
Thursday 11th Vocal Night Potato Shed, 7pm - 9.30pm Sunday 14th Year 10 / 11 Indonesian Trip Departs 14th to 26th of September Monday 15th Parents and Friends’ Association Meeting Food Tech room, 7pm - 9pm Wednesday 17th Year 11 and 12 Netball Final Parkville Thursday 18th Year 10 ‘Keys Please’ Periods 1 and 2 Thursday 18th Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences 4.00pm to 6.30pm Friday 19th
Student Free Day - End Term 3
Friday 19th Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences 9.00am to 12noon Friday 19th
Year 12 Practice English Exam
Friday 19th
Year 12 October Test Exam
October 2014 Monday 6th
Term 4 Begins
Tuesday 7th Year 7 LOTE Incursion Magic Performance, St Thomas Church Friday 10th Year 7 Market Day College, All Day
Look for the Calendar available through the Saint Ignatius College Website: www.ignatius.vic.edu.au T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN
Saint Ignatius College Geelong
27 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale, Victoria. 3222 E: info@ignatius.vic.edu.au T: 03 5251 1136 www.ignatius.vic.edu.au A Jesuit Partner School
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