Newsletter
Edition 14, August 31st 2017
From the Principal Welcome Helping develop high performing students How can parents support their daughters and sons to develop the cognitive skills, values, attitudes and attributes needed for lifetime success?
Coming Events September 2017 Fri 1st 2007 10 Year Reunion Fri 1st Parents and Friends’ Association ‘Girls Night Out’ Production Fundraiser Mon 4th College Production Rehearsal Tues 5th Parents and Friends’ Association Meeting 7pm in the ILC Fri 8th TRI-umph Festival Clonard College A more detailed calendar is on the last page.
Here are some ideas Wendy Berliner and Deborah Eyre provide in their book “Great Minds and How to Grow Them.” I am sure parents may already be aware of many of these ideas and probably have even more themselves. I offer these suggestions to encourage reflection on what we do and can further do to promote student performance. Think Right l If a student gets stuck on something, don’t sort it out. Ask: “How could you do this?” “Have you done anything similar before?” “What did you do then?” This helps them develop their learning ideas and makes them much less likely to say they can’t do things.
l
Build big picture thinking. Ask: “What would happen if … it never got dark/the rivers ran dry/ everyone ignored the law?” A key characteristic of students labelled as gifted is their ability to see how learning connects to the wider world.
l Build imagination. Ask: “How would you weigh a giraffe/ rhinoceros/bridge/house/star?” Creativity builds learning capability and is vital for high performance. l Develop critical or logical thinking. Ask: ‘Why do you think … bread goes mouldy if you don’t freeze it/babies cry/ leaves fall when autumn comes?” The ability to deduct, hypothesise, reason and seek evidence is probably the characteristic most associated with academic success. l Help them monitor their progress. Ask: “What do you need to be able to do this? How can you check you’re on track? How can you tell whether you are doing it right?” This is the key to maximising thinking skills. ....continued on Page 2
A Jesuit Partner School
In Brief
From the Principal (cont.)
This Page: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’
Behave Right l
Intellectual confidence. This is a “can do” approach to learning, even when it’s hard. If a student says they are no good at something, say: “I know you can learn how to do this if you work at it.”
l
Open-mindedness. Being open to new ideas is the hallmark of an advanced learner. Start with being open-minded yourself, so you model what it’s like to be receptive to ideas that differ from your own.
l
Curiosity. Students ask lots of questions if you answer them. The desire to know more, curiosity, is at the heart of all learning. The more curious young people are, the better they do at school and in life.
l
Practice. It’s the only way to get good at something. Make sure it is regular, deliberate and planned, working towards achievable incremental goals. Practise what you can’t do well.
Page 15 and 16: Canteen Roster and Parents and Friends’ Association
l
Perseverance. To keep going when it’s tough is the most important behaviour in high performance. With younger children you can talk about what would happen if no one persevered - the farmer who didn’t bother to harvest his crops, the builder to finish the house, the surgeon to complete the operation. With older ones, encourage a sense of pride in what they do so that they are motivated to persevere.
Page 17: ‘Time & Space’ Evenings
[Acknowledgement: Based on content from “Principals’ Digests” Vol. 23 No. 34]
Page 18: Old Ignatians Invite
Tri-UMPH Festival reminder to purchase tickets
Page 3: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’ Page 4: Faith Matters Page 5 and 6: Indonesian Independence Day in Canberra Page 7: 2017 Victorian School Netball Championship Page 8: ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and Vale Betty Cuthbert Page 9: Model UN Conference Page 10: Where are they Now? Page 11 and 12: VCE Practice Exams and 20 Steps to Survive the End of Year 12 Page 12: 2018 Year 10 Subject Selection and Going to the Nationals! Page 13: TRI-umph 2017 information Page 14: ASEAN ‘BRIDGE’ School Partnership
Page 19: ACE Workshop 3 Page 20 and 21: “Father to Father” by Michael Grose Page 22 to 27: Community Notice Board Page 28: College Calendar
A reminder that the Tri-UMPH Festival is next week on Friday 8 September. All students are expected to attend. The festival will take place at Clonard College and students will be transported to and from Clonard by bus. Each student should have purchased an entry ticket by now. The cost of the entry wristbands is $20.00 each or $50 for a family ticket for 3 or more students. The tickets are to be purchased from the Ghanda/Tri-UMPH website - www.ghanda. com/triumph - please see the letter sent via email for details.
Once wristbands have been purchased online, students present their proof of purchase receipt to their Homeroom teacher and they will then be issued with a wristband. Should the cost of attending the day place any family in a difficult financial position, or is unable to make an online purchase we ask that you make contact with your child’s Homeroom Teacher, Year Level Coordinator or Deputy Principal (Students). Should a student be unable to attend the festival due to a medical or other serious reason, we ask that you discuss this with the relevant Year Level Coordinator 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. In this case we would invite families to maintain their donations. Previous festivals were enjoyed by students and were very successful. We are again looking forward to this special event being a wonderful opportunity to raise community awareness of the important issue of global poverty in addition to strengthening the bonds between the four Geelong Catholic schools. The major focus for the distribution of the funds raised by this event will be the “Women Protection Program,” a Caritas initiative aiming to protect and empower vulnerable women and children in East Timor. I thank you in anticipation of your support for this initiative organised by a group of student leaders from the four Colleges.
School Community Surveys - please provide feedback All ‘primary contact’ parents should have received a survey form (via the post) to provide confidential information about how the College is performing in a number of areas. This important information will help us determine how we are performing and inform our school improvement strategy plan. I ask all parents to please take the time to complete the survey. We obviously need as many parents as possible to respond so we have the best possible sample of opinion. Thank you in anticipation of your support.
...continued on Page 3
A Jesuit Partner School
2
College Production - two weeks’ time! The production is shaping up to be a great night’s entertainment and show case of student (and staff) talent. I encourage our community to support the performing arts at our College by attending one (or more) of the performances. Thursday week, we commence the performances of the college production of “Beauty and the Beast.” I wish everyone involved, the cast of over 100 students together with the student, staff and parent support crew, every success. I am pleased to report that there are only a small number of tickets available for the remaining shows – please contact our office or book online (see notice later in this newsletter.) All reports from the rehearsals indicate that it will be very entertaining show. The performances will be held at the Geelong Performing Arts Centre’s (GPAC) Playhouse Theatre at the following times: l Thursday September 14th Evening show 7.00pm l Friday September 15th Evening show 7.00pm l Saturday September 16th Matinee show 12.00pm Late afternoon show 5.00pm Evening show tickets are available from GPAC: During box office opening hours Phone: (03) 5225 1200 In Person: 50 Little Malop St, Geelong or Online: www.gpac.org.au/event/909/ disney-s-beauty-the-beast Please note there will be school matinees at 11am on Thursday September 14th and Friday September 15th at GPAC. Tickets for these matinees are available through the school on 5251 1136. I encourage all members of the school community to support this event by coming along to one of the performances.
Parents and Friends’ Association (PFA) The next meeting of our PFA will be held on Tuesday 5th September at 7pm at the College. The meeting has been promoted by the PFA as a “Think Tank.” The PFA would welcome as many parents as possible to come along and to offer suggestions for “a new, improved, 21st century ‘Parents and Friends’ structure.” The future of the second-hand uniform shop will also be discussed. The PFA provides valuable and significant service to our College community and the wider community. As mentioned above, the second-hand uniform shop is one example of where very dedicated and generous parents provide volunteer work for our community. The raising of funds to support education works in East Timor is a great example of the PFA’s outreach. Strong parent connection to and involvement in our College community is vital to achieving great outcomes for our students. I encourage all parents to consider how they can support our PFA. Your attendance and thoughts at the “Think Tank” meeting, which is being held int he College’s ILC (Library), would be appreciated. The PFA have asked me to promote their next social event and fund raiser in support of the College’s production of “Beauty and the Beast.” The PFA have organised a “Girl’s Night Out” on Friday 1st September (6:30 pm for a 7:00 pm start) at St Mary’s Parish Centre Pioneer Room (Yarra St, Geelong). Tickets are $12. Please see the advertisement later in this newsletter. It promises to be a fun night and will provide the opportunity to meet other parents. Best wishes
Michael Exton Principal
A Jesuit Partner School
3
The Five Steps of the Ignatian ‘Examen’ Prayer Thanks I give thanks for the graces, benefits and good things of my day. Help I ask the Holy Spirit for help to discern my day with openess.
Faith Matters Ióséph
Most beautifully he loved Jesus as a true father.
Cat Stevens released an iconic song in 1974 called ‘Cat’s in the cradle’. If you don’t remember the original the cover by Ugly Kid Joe, released in 1992, is certainly somewhere in your memory bank – it reached number one and went platinum!
He held the Son of God as an infant, he embraced him when he was hurt, tickled him until he almost burst and lifted him upon his shoulders, over and over again. Pause now and consider your relationship as a father or the relationship you had with your father or father figure. What stands out in your mind? Can you remember anything of note? What qualities does Joseph illustrate that relate to your life?
Review I review my day, hour by hour, to see how God is working in my life.
The lyrics offer a poignant insight of the relationship between a father and son that ultimately leads to a repetitive pattern of a heartbreaking lost opportunities. As we celebrate Fathers Day this weekend, we would do well to ponder the lyrics and consider our own lives as fathers, sons or daughters. We know that sadly for many families the people who are closest are in often the most distant.
Response I respond to what I felt or learnt in the review of my day.
When you read the Gospel accounts, St Joseph, the father of Jesus, is an important but fleeting character. In fact, there are only twelve references to him in all of the New Testament and a number of these are indirect. He is a mystery in many ways.
Resolve I resolve with hope and grace to amend my life tomorrow.
Biblical scholars offer some answers as they suggest that as there is no reference to Joseph in the Gospel of Mark, he most probably was older than Mary and died before Jesus began his ministry.
A smile or a hug from your dad can be more expressive than any other thing and more precious because of the absence of words. Our fathers can be elusive also, slipping off to the football or ducking out for half an hour to mow the lawn. In most cases, their elusive nature is at peak when you would like to discuss emotional matters with them.
This seems logical when socio-historical factors and Jewish customs are considered. Even if these conclusions are correct, we still know very little about him. From these scant insights, what can we gain that might inform us in our lives through knowing Joseph?
At these moments dads can be stealthier than a snow leopard. Dads, however, are exceedingly loving. They will sacrifice themselves for their family; they will work every hour of the day to ensure that their wife/partner and children have what they need and want.
What we can learn about Joseph from what is known is fourfold; he is elusive, silent, dependable and loving. Characteristics that we would all do well to develop in our lives.
They often sit back and watch, in their elusive nature, but if you look, you can often observe a smile of deep and pure joy on their face as they enjoy their family. Fathers are dependable; many give up everything they ever wanted for their family. Friendships, sports, hobbies, adventures and life goals are discarded without question when his needs are in competition with any need of a family member. He will always be there, he may not say much, but he does not need to.
‘Examen’ adaption by Fr. Michael Hansen SJ)
Joseph is elusive simply because we know so little about him. With so few references to him, much of who he was and what he offered is supposition. He is silent. Literally, no words in the Bible are attributed to him. He listens and responds, but does not speak. He is dependable and trustworthy. He stays with Mary through faith according to what was revealed by God’s messenger and provides protection and care for the family. The Gospel records that he was the loving husband of Mary and father to Jesus. He did all that he could to care for, guide and teach his son. With these things in mind, pause for a moment and imagine these qualities and how they may have been in the lives of the Holy Family. Joseph loved Mary, but was more faithful to God and was committed even though he could not understand how the child was conceived. He cared for Jesus by working each day to provide what was required. He taught the young Jesus how to find joy in work and provide for others through the skills he learnt. He watched and gently moulded a young man whom, although full of the Spirit, still required the love of a father to become a good man.
Our culture is not that different to that of the 1st Century Israel. Men in Australia are often silent, like Joseph, but this silence is not an absence but a lack of verbose or eloquent discourse. Today fathers often speak through their actions.
With all of this in mind consider your relationship with your father or as a father. What qualities do I offer that build up my family or help me grow as a son or daughter? Where can the characteristics of Joseph be identified in my relationship as a father or with my father? What can I do or what can be done to improve these relationships? Our lives are self-directed, at any moment we can make a change, we decide and through the Holy Spirit can be guided to achieve what is needed in our lives and the lives of others. Seek St Joseph as a role model throughout this week, pray to him for guidance and listen to your heart. If there are areas that are not positive, where we may feel trapped following a script, like in that iconic song, make a change. Do not wait. Sunday looks like a good day to make a few adjustments to me! Yours in Christ, Brendan Nicholls Liturgy Coordinator
A Jesuit Partner School
4
Indonesian Independence Day in Canberra Photos
A Jesuit Partner School
5
Indonesian Independence Day in Canberra Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia in Canberra
We also got a chance to partake in what some call the ‘Selfie Olympics’.
(Or: Indonesian Independence Day in Canbera)
We then went and enjoyed an Indonesian feast where we received the honor of being able to eat from the ambassador’s personal table as we shared the traditional celebratory ‘nasi tumpeng’.
By Keira Ford August 17th 2017 marked 72 years of Indonesian independence and to commemorate this day Alex Henry, Brent Keast, Lachlan Scott, Dominic Randall, Greg Lewis, myself, Bu Hall, Bu Cole and Mr. Exton were honored to travel to the Indonesian Embassy in Canberra to partake in the celebrations. Saint Ignatius College Geelong is the only school in Australia with a standing invitation to this prestigious event, and over the years have created a relationship with the embassy. The day consisted of a formal ceremony where the Indonesian Declaration of Independence was read and then a ceremonial flag raising ceremony was conducted. Then after the formal ceremony was over and then the adorable young children of the embassy staff came out to dance and sing along to Indonesian songs. We were then able to mingle with the different attachés from the embassy and even the ambassador and his wife themselves, H.E Kristiarto Legowo and Ibu Caecilia. This was a great opportunity to practice our language and form some new connections and make new friends
After the delicious lunch we were invited into the ambassador’s office were we exchanged gifts. After leaving the embassy we headed to the war memorial to learn about the shared history with Indonesia and Australia and the importance of building a strong relationship with our northern neighbour. It was truly a once in lifetime opportunity to have the honour of an invite to the Indonesian embassy on their national day, and we were all humbled by the warmth and generosity of the staff at the embassy and the ambassador himself. A special thank you goes out to Bu Cole for organising this amazing day and allowing us to have the hounour of attending such a special day.
“It was the most amazing and influential day of my life. A truly moving experience!” Dominic Randall “Eating the tumpeng with the ambassador was the best” Lachlan Scott “It was great to make friends with some teenagers from Indonesia. And the food was really good” Alex Henry “ A once in a lifetime experience to talk Indonesia with the Ambassador and his colleagues.” Brent Keast “Being the second time I have attended the Independence day ceremonies, I once again found it really worthwhile to be immersed in the culture and the language.” Greg Lewis
We all look forward to continuing to build the relationship between Australia and Indonesia. Selamat Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia!
A Jesuit Partner School
6
2017 Victorian School Netball Championship On Monday the 21st August, Saint Ignatius College took three girls teams to participate in the Victorian School Netball Championships, held at the State Netball and Hockey Centre, Parkville.
The Year 7 and 8 girls team with coach Meagan Canaway:
The girls trained very hard leading up to this competition and we were very pleased with how they performed on the day. The three teams fought hard all day and they were able to win many of their matches. This year, unfortunately the girls weren’t able to progress through to the Finals Day of competition, but they should be very proud of how they played.
The Year 9 and 10 girls team with coach Bec Spencer:
I would like to thank our umpires: April Joseph, Tahlia Rawson and Kiara Butterworth. These girls, along with a number of other girls, have volunteered their time to umpire many training sessions throughout the year, so thanks heaps girls! The Year 9 & 10 boys’ team and the Year 11 & 12 boys’ team will head to Melbourne in mid-September to participate in the Finals Day so we wish them a very successful day.
The Year 11 and 12 girls team with coach Stacey Learmonth:
Stacey Learmonth School Netball Coordinator
Our Year 12 girls:
A Jesuit Partner School
7
Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic. The brainy and beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life...and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventurous than she wanted when she becomes a captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle!
©Disney
Dancing flatware, menacing wolves, and singing furniture fill the stage with thrills in this beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learning how to love.
A Saint Ignatius College Production Music by: Alan Menken Lyrics by: Howard Ashaman & Tim Rice Book by: Linda Woolverton Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia) All performance materials supplied by Hal Leonard Australia
Saint Ignatius College Geelong
An opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s most popular stage shows performed by our talented students. At GPAC’s Playhouse Theatre Thursday September 14th @ 11am and 7pm Friday September 15th @ 11am and 7pm Saturday September 16th @ 12pm and 5pm Tickets available from Friday August 11th Book online: www.gpac.org.au/event/909/disney-s-beauty-the-beast
Vale Betty Cuthbert Betty Cuthbert won 3 gold medals at the Melbourne Olympics in 1956 and another gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 1964. During her athletics career she held 16 world records. Unfortunately, Betty Cuthbert passed away on the 6th August after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. Her great faith and determination allowed her to touch many, she showed tremendous courage on numerous occasions all throughout her career, and even during retirement.
Cathy Freeman says “Betty is an inspiration and her story will continue to inspire Australian athletes for generations to come” May we remember such a magnificent Australian and honour her through our sporting endeavors. She was, and will always remain, one of the greats of Australian sport. Jacqui Harwood Cuthbert House Captain
A Jesuit Partner School
8
Model UN Conference On August 11, Lachlan Ford, Alex Henry, Tex Hallam, Emily Jones, Erin Skene, myself and Bu Hall headed up to Melbourne to participate in the first ever Indonesian-language Model United Nations conference. A Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly during which participants step into the shoes of country ambassadors to the UN and discuss contentious global issues. We were allocated the country of Russia and tasked with the challenge of arguing for amendments to a draft resolution on ‘The Responsibility to Protect: Preventing Mass Atrocity Crimes’. The day consisted of each country, represented by a different school from around the state, giving a position statement on what they believed their respective country would agree or disagree with on the draft resolution.
This was followed by a moderated and un-moderated caucus, where we argued any amendments we wanted to make and tried to win the support of the other countries.
And while no group ‘won’ the Model UN, Team Russia gained support for all of our proposed amendments and we are expecting a phone call from President Putin congratulating us any second now.
All of this was done in Indonesian.
Some words from the rest of the team:
Due to some quick ally-making and some skillful negotiating, we were able to pass all the amendments we wanted and prevent all the amendments we were against.
“It was a very rewarding experience . It motivated me to work harder”
Overall this was an incredibly rewarding day, we were given the opportunity to practice our Indonesian with people from all around the state and it was also extremely interesting to take on the role of a country and to debate amendments that we thought would be best for our country.
Tex Hallam
We all really enjoyed the challenge of debating amendments with students from all over Victoria and seeing how our language skills compared to students from other schools as well as picking up some tips and tricks to improve even more.
Alex Henry “We stole the win and stole the flag”
“It was a challenge but with the support of an amazing group, Team Russia conquered!” Emily Jones “It put my language skills into perspective and made me see I need to work harder.” Lachlan Ford
A Jesuit Partner School
9
Where are they Now? A Past Student’s Scholarship News From Mahala Bond, Class of 2014
Something that I have had to learn is to be very self-directed and motivated.
I enjoyed my time at St.Ignatius College.
There are not many contact hours with lecturers which means that it is necessary to engage with peers and exchange learning and resources to be able to learn in depth.
I loved all of the opportunities that were open to me, played a lot of sport, was Class Captain twice, loved being part of school productions, experienced the Wollangara outdoor education camp and was fortunate to be part of a World Challenge experience that took me to the Galapagos Islands and Ecuador. Throughout school I had two major academic interests, sport and music. I loved physical fitness, playing football and basketball and coaching younger students in basketball. I also loved being involved in school productions and studying music and piano. It seemed to my family and I that it was more likely I would go down the sporting path at university and into a career that was sport based. That all changed in year 11. Although I wasn’t certain about which direction I was interested in, my passion for music began to grow and blossom. In Year 12 I made a decision to transfer out of studying biology to theatre studies. It was not an easy transition as the workload increased, but it was something I decided was important. By the end of the year, after many discussions, I knew that there was only one course I wanted to apply for and that was the Music Industry (B.A.Hons) at RMIT, and I was fortunate enough to gain a place. After a gap year I began studying at RMIT in 2016. I found the course to be both hands-on and academic. I have enjoyed both learning about the history and styles of music and the technical, hands-on approach of software and performance and production studios.
Probably the most important thing I learnt is to keep asking questions and keep asking for help to learn new skills – I had no knowledge of studio technology or mixing songs, but it was something I learnt that I enjoyed. By the end of my first year I knew I wanted to study overseas, so I researched student exchange and discovered that not many music students chose to engage in overseas study programs. It took a lot of work to find a university in California that had a course that matched the RMIT modules. It also took a lot of work to organise the exchange. I leave this week (23rd August).
As a thankyou to his family for choosing me, I decided to write about my experiences since leaving school to offer encouragement to all VCE students to remember that there are many opportunities that can open doors for you after you leave school. Year 11 and 12 can be very tough and it is easy to feel overwhelmed and possibly feel that don’t know where you are heading. For me it was important to have a goal to move forward. I hope my story helps you to remember that there are many unknown opportunities out there. If you would like to donate to the Andreas Florez scholarship at RMIT, please click on this link: https://www. rmit.edu.au/about/giving-to-rmit/donate/ andreas-florez-travel-scholarship
Something that really helped me was applying for scholarships. The additional financial assistance helped me to buy equipment, afford rent, volunteer at music festivals. There are many opportunities out there to network, meet new people and gain experience in new fields to gain either musical, technological or event management skills. A month ago I was nominated for a new scholarship that has been created this year – the Andreas Florez Scholarship for Travel and Artistic Excellence. Andreas Florez was a graduate of Music Industry Degree at RMIT. He was a talented musician who was planning to move to the US to begin his music career.
Mahala Bond, Class of 2014
Unfortunately six months after he graduated he was diagnosed with a rare form of leukaemia. His family has created this scholarship in his name to encourage other students who wish to travel and develop the music skills.
The facilities at RMIT allow us as both students and musicians to expand our knowledge and dive more deeply into areas of music that we enjoy and wish to learn more about.
A Jesuit Partner School
10
VCE Practice Exams Practice Exam Timetable 2017 It is expected that all students complete Practice Examinations for all Unit 3/4 Subjects Friday September 22nd
9:00am – 12:15pm English 9:00am – 11:45am Psychology Physics 9:00- 10:45am Visual Communication Design
12:00pm – 1:15pm Specialist Mathematics 1
Tuesday October 3rd
9:00am – 11:45am Biology 9:00am – 10:45am Theatre Studies
12:15pm – 1:30pm Mathematical Methods 1 12:15pm – 2:00pm Further Maths 2
2:15pm – 4:30pm Business Management Computing: Informatics Indonesian Second Language (M4)
Wednesday October 4th
9:00am – 10:45am Food and Technology Studio Arts PDT Wood 9:00am – 11:15am Mathematics Methods 2
12:00pm- 2:15pm Physical Education Italian (M4) Systems Engineering 12:00pm – 1:45pm Music Performance (M4)
2:45pm – 5:00pm History: Revolutions Specialist Mathematics 2 Legal Studies
Thursday October 5th
9:00am – 11:45am Chemistry 9:00am – 11:15am Outdoor & Environmental Studies
12:00pm – 2:15pm Religion and Society
Monday October 2nd
12:00pm- 1:45pm Further Mathematics 1
2:15pm – 4:30pm Health and Human Development Literature Media
All practice exams will be held in M1-3; except Indonesian, Italian and Music Performance which will be in M4 (as indicated in the schedule above) If students need to change an exam time due to an exam clash → Please see Mrs Oliver to make alternate arrangements If students need to make changes to exam times due to a valid reason (i.e. attending revision lectures) → Please see Mrs Oliver.
20 Steps to Survive the End of Year 12 1.
Get enough sleep – at least 7 ½ to 8 ½ hours, no dazzling lights 30 minutes prior, no technology in room, stick to a sleep routing Monday to Thursday. The body needs REM cycles for muscle and brain growth!
2.
Eat well, especially breakfast. Eggs, yoghurt, fish oil, blueberries, avocado and walnuts. Healthy body = Healthy mind.
3. Study time – 50 minutes straight maximum, with 15 minutes break before you continue. During SWOTVAC, mirror your school week routine, use your school timetable as your study timetable.
Classes = study sessions; recess and lunchtimes = study breaks; evenings = free time. All subjects will then be covered.
4. Hydrate brain sip water every 20 minutes. 5. No coffee, caffeine after 2pm. Replace stimulants with water, herbal drinks or meditation. 6. Partake in regular exercise and relaxation to improve brain function. Minimum of 20 minutes each day. 7. Don’t study late at night. 8. Positive psychology – always see the positive in situations.
9.
Parents – try to avoid nagging about study, don’t compare your child to siblings, don’t be busy around exam time as they will need you more, make short visits to study area with food and water
10. Year 12’s include parents in the process eg. Let them know when SACs are, and get them to help you revise 11. Manage social media – have lock out times so no distractions 12. Manage being disorganised especially if this causes stress. Channel the stress - identify and write down the stressor. .....Continued overpage
A Jesuit Partner School
11
20 Steps to Survive the End of Year 12 (continued)
Plan a response (i.e see the teacher; add questions to bullet proof booklet; meet up with a friend).
Then take action!
13. Improve your memory – use mind maps, write lyrics, headings and colours, don’t use computers - pen and paper proven best 14. Help your brain concentrate chew gum when studying 15. Smell learners – vaporub, dencorub
16. Try group study sessions but go with a plan. Try the Rule of 5 approach. Select 2- 3 friends, do a practice exam individually, meet - swap - mark (give positive feedback), discuss the answers and write questions for each other to answer. 17. The mindful revolution - meditate because it increases cognitive ability and decreases stress. Body scan method or guided meditation. Don’t forget that Ignatius has given you the tools to do this with the Examen.
18. Say ‘no’ to parties near exam time. 19. Job - up to 15 hours a week is okay. Above 15 hours is not 20. Mentors - Students learn from teachers, not subjects. Respect your teachers.
You Are Not Your ATAR!
2018 Year 10 Subject Selections Last week, Mrs. Annette Chidzey and Mr. Bernie Lowes presented students in Year 9 the “Booklet Where to Now? 2018” - a great resource for Year 9 students. This Victorian Curriculum Assessment Authority (VCAA) produced booklet clearly explains the ATAR, VCE, VCAL, VET, RTO, Apprenticeships and Traineeships and more. Included are examples of programs students have chosen and the pathways they are considering beyond their secondary education. If you have not sighted the booklet as yet, it is available online by going to: http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/Documents/wtn/WhereToNow_2018_Web.pdf It is also available on our website at: www.ignatius.vic.edu.au on the Course Book page. Mr. Bruce Connor Work and Further Education Coordinator.
Going to the Nationals! Tiana Krilcic, in Year 9 Arrupe, has been selected into the under 15 Victorian squad for under water hockey - going to Nationals being held in Perth 2018 Tiana trains with the Geelong Under Water Hockey Club twice a week and we travel every fortnight to Melbourne at the Monash University where she trains under the Victorian coach along with other team members also selected from the Wonthaggi Under Water Hockey Club. Well done Tiana!
A Jesuit Partner School
12
TRI-umph 2017 The students of Saint Ignatius, Clonard, Sacred Heart and St Joseph’s Colleges have organised an event, the Tri-UMPH Festival, to raise funds for and awareness of the need to eradicate poverty. The name Tri-UMPH reflects the coming together of the 4 schools triennially with the aim of Uniting to Make Poverty History. The major focus for the distribution of the funds raised by this event will be the “ Women Protection Program” - a Caritas initiative aiming to protect and empower vulnerable women and children in East Timor. The festival will take place at Clonard College (including some of St Joesph’s Westcourt campus) on Friday 8 September. Entertainment will be provided by a number of local artists and students. In addition to the music, a number of organisations with a youth and social justice focus eg. Headspace, Caritas and the Geelong Viqueque Friendship group will have information stalls operating.
Cost: As part of each school’s mission, students are expected to commit in action to 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. The cost of the entry is $20.00 each or $50 for a family ticket for 3 or more students, and are to be purchased from the Ghanda/Tri-UMPH website: www.ghanda.com/triumph - please see attached flier for details. When purchasing the tickets, please WRITE THE STUDENT’S NAME(S) in the COMPANY box for BILLING ADDRESS and SHIPPING ADDRESS.
We ask that wristbands be purchased as soon as possible and prior to Friday 1st September. Students are encouraged to wear their wristbands to school in the lead up to the event.
Valuables and Food: It is not possible to store bags or take responsibility for valuables brought on the day, so we encourage students not to bring these to the festival.
Should the cost of attending the day place any family in a difficult financial position, or is unable to make an online purchase we ask that you make contact with your child’s Year Level Coordinator or the Deputy Principal - Students to make appropriate arrangements for the day.
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.
If you are in the position to ‘Pay it forward’ (ie. Pay the entry cost for another student or family who are financially unable to contribute), there is this option also on the ticketing website.
If you have any questions regarding the day, please visit the TriUMPH website www.triumphmusicfestival.weebly.com before contacting your son or daughter’s homeroom teacher or Year Level Coordinator.
In the event of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled and normal classes will be held at each college. In this case we would invite families to maintain their donations.
Transport: ALL students will come to school as normal and then will be bused from Saint Ignatius at 9.00am. It is an expectation that ALL students return to Saint Ignatius at 2.00pm to ensure we can account for the entire student body.
Attendance, roll marking and required uniform:
We would also like to say a huge thankyou to all the sponsors who have helped make this event possible: • K-rock • GHANDA • Buxton East Geelong • Geelong Branch – Blue Light Disco • Rodrick Insurance Brokers • Evologic Technology • Ocean Grove Blinds and Awnings • Arthur Reed Photography • Sian Pritchard Triumph Committee
All students are expected to attend this event wearing their correct College Sports uniform. If a student has purchased a printed “Tri-UMPH” t-shirt prior to the day, this may be worn as a replacement for the sports shirt. Should a student be unable to attend the festival due to a medical or other serious reason, we ask that you discuss this with your son or daughter’s Year Level Coordinator.
Please note that there is also an option for families to purchase a ‘pay it forward ticket’ to help support families who may not be in a financial position to purchase a ticket. Once purchased online, students then produce evidence of purchase (receipt, screen shot, etc) to their Homeroom Teacher and collect a wristband (that has been handmade by the women of the Terrace Timor Network, East Timor and will be used as their ‘ticket’ to the day).
A Jesuit Partner School
13
ASEAN ‘BRIDGE’ School Partnership This year, Saint Ignatius College Geelong has joined the Australia Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) BRIDGE School Partnerships Program to establish an international school partnership with Sekolah Menengah Sains Kuching School in Malaysia to improve student learning outcomes. We will be one of 16 schools around Australia in 2017 embarking on a nationally acclaimed program aimed at fostering greater ties between Australia and South East Asia through education. The Australia–ASEAN BRIDGE School Partnerships Program connects Australian teachers, students and school communities with their counterparts in Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam. BRIDGE is a whole school professional learning program that builds teachers’ capability through school partnerships to develop intercultural understanding, build global competencies enhance technology skills, and establish sustainable school partnerships and a community network of learners. Teachers at Saint Ignatius College are delighted to be delivering an engaging and real-life curriculum to their students, embracing the Victorian Curriculum’s Cross-Curriculum Priority of ‘Australia’s Engagement with Asia,’ with programs such as this through different curriculum subjects.
“BRIDGE is an international program that establishes school partnerships between students, teachers and school communities. BRIDGE students collaborate on projects, practise language skills and develop life-long friendships with students at their partner school.” Ms. Elana Cole, Indonesian teacher at Saint Ignatius committed to introducing the College to this partnership. In the last week, Saint Ignatius College Geelong has hosted a Malaysian teacher, Mr. Liman Anthony from our partner school, Sekolah Menengah Sains Kuching, Malaysia to collaborate on professional teacher practice and develop strategies to make the most of and maintain their international school partnership. Over the coming 12 months teachers, Elana and Ms. Annaliese Wandersmith will be working collaboratively with Chemistry teacher Liman Anthony from SM Sains Kuching, to ensure that students become global citizens who are able to actively participate in the wider global community. “As a school with a strong Bahasa Indonesian program, (a similar language to Bahasa Melayu) and with the effective use of ICT students studying both Bahasa Indonesia and Chemistry, students have been excited to engage with our partner school in Borneo and have already commenced communicating with each other, further developing their intercultural awareness and understanding of the Asian region.” Elana explained.
“Cultural intersections are pervasive in our interconnected world. We are exposed constantly to the consequences and implications of these intersections. Being able to make sense of and navigate these intersections is a basic skill for living in today’s world. Through the BRIDGE program we hope to provide our students with a more practical experience to develop ability to compete globally.” Principal, Michael Exton said today. “To do this we need to collaborate with our peers in the region, understand our similarities and differences and establish friendships. BRIDGE aims to go beyond the classroom and develop meaningful and long-lasting people to people connections.” Elana and Annaliese will travel to Malaysian Borneo during Term 3 holidays to develop a greater understanding of the teaching methodology of our partner school, SM Sains Kuching, and to further mature the ongoing relationship between the two schools. Students at Saint Ignatius College are enjoying applying real-life Language learning into action with their Bornean counterparts and it is envisaged that this partnership will continue to flourish and develop in the years to come. Claire Hewitt Development Manager
Annaliese, Elana and Liman at the Conference.
A Jesuit Partner School
14
Canteen Roster Starting September 4th Monday 4th B. Brinfield, L. Grist Tuesday 5th L. Tigani, L. Smith, L. Vella Wednesday 6th J. Cinel, V. McKee, J. Mercado, T. Nicholls Thursday 7th M. White, J. Padarcic, S. Jenkins
Parents and Friends’ Association: Next Meeting: ‘Think Tank’
Come along on Tuesday September 5th 7.00pm in the ILC (Library).
Come along and offer your suggestions for a new, improved, 21st Century ‘Parents and Friends’ structure. The future of the secondhand Uniform Shop will also be discussed.
Girl’s Night Out - Last Chance!
Starting September 11th
Tickets available at the office now, limited tickets at the door. Date: Friday September 1st Time: 6.30pm for 7.00pm start Where: St Mary’s Parish Centre Pioneer Room Tickets: $12 (redeemable on purchases) Sparkling on arrival, light supper provided. See the flyer in this newsletter and Facebook page for full details. Huge amount of prizes and raffles thanks to our generous sponsors
Monday 11th M. Priritelli, E. Musella, B. Downey
Support projects at the school and buy your 2017 Entertainment Book now
Friday 8th TRI-umph Day No canteen
Tuesday 12th A. Brown, M. Dunstan, M. Heffernan Wednesday 13th K. James, S. Peters, M. Cartin Thursday 14th M. White, L. Eastwood, R. Dickeson Friday 15th E. Stokie, K. Seear, T. Dowd-Hamilton, D. Kennedy If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.
Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050 258
Brochure available in the office or order online Digital version or hard copy book www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/11317f0
Be on the PFA email list to hear all the news first! Some emails are bouncing back to our Secretary. If you haven’t heard from us in a while it means we do not have your current correct email address. Email us at sicgpandf@ignatius.vic.edu.au to get on the list.
Secondhand Uniform Shop We have a wide range of quality uniform items available for purchase. The shop is located on the school grounds and is open on Monday afternoons from 1:30 - 3:30pm.
Due to reduced volunteers available, Shop not open August 21st and September 18th Volunteers Required to assist with the weekly opening of the Uniform Shop. Monday afternoon’s during school terms 1:30-3:30ish. On the Job Training. Also looking for Uniform Shop Co-Ordinator (s) Great opportunity to job share. Computer skills definitely an advantage. Contact sicgpandf@ignatius.vic.edu.au or uniform@ignatius.vic.edu.au if you want more information. We apologise for any inconvenience but without your support we cannot offer the opening times without volunteers.
A Jesuit Partner School
15
Proudly Supported by:
A Jesuit Partner School
16
‘Time & Space’ Evenings Recently Saint Ignatius College hosted the annual Year 8 Father/ Son & year 7 Father/Daughter ‘Time and Space’ evenings. Facilitator Bill Jennings facilitated the event and provided participants with the opportunity to connect and have meaningful conversations with one another. This amazing program is now in it’s eight consecutive year at the College and the timing couldn’t have been more perfect, with the night being help just prior to Father’s Day. Some of the comments on the evening included: “Concreted the relationship I already have with my daughter.” “Was great to hear I wasn’t alone in my feelings.” “Great to hear that the young men still want their dads to be asking questions and be connected in their life.” “It was a great night and it will surely become a new memory.” “Fantastic to hear from other fathers and also sons, to understand the similarities in issues and challenges.” Thank you to all of those who attended and the staff who continue to donate their time in supporting this wonderful event. Ms. Tory Wood Year Level Coordinator - Year 7
A Jesuit Partner School
17
"THE FIRST OF SEPTEMBER - A NIGHT TO REMEMBER!" Former students and partners of the "Class of 2007" are invited to the 10 -Year school reunion. The Class of 2007 is the College’s first group of Old Ignatians! Where: The Deck (formerly the Max Hotel) 2 Gheringhap St, Geelong When: Friday 1st September, 2017 at 7.30pm. Parking available adjacent to venue. Bookings close: August 31st Book on: https://www.trybooking.com/PZZP Cost: $30 single ticket, $50 double ticket. *Ticket includes finger food, half price drinks (tab), DJ and venue hire. Tickets to be presented on entry. Dress Code: DRESS TO IMPRESS! LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERYONE THERE! BOOK NOW!
A Jesuit Partner School
18
C
E
Ac hi ev e Ch al le ng e Ex ce l
A
Workshop 3 “Practice Makes Perfect” Thursday 7th September 3:30 - 4:30pm in the ILC This Workshop includes the following key topics: Decoding examination language Editing and proofreading Study timetables and time management Each workshop concludes with a group discussion led by the participants. Please see Mrs. Oliver to sign up for Workshop 3.
ACE! Program ACE! Improving Student Outcomes in Year 12 VCE
Achieve, Challenge and Excel The ACE! Program is designed for students to achieve, be challenged and attain the highest levels of excellence. It aims to promote opportunities to achieve outstanding results and to develop all areas of a student’s academic potential. The ACE! Program aims to provide additional educational support through workshop style seminars. The ACE! Program will utilize the expertise of Saint Ignatius College staff as well as external professionals. The ACE! Program is open to all Unit 3 & 4 students at Saint Ignatius College and will be held after school, 3:30 - 4:30pm on specified dates in Terms 2 and 3. Please see Mrs. Oliver for more details or bookings for the Workshops.
A Jesuit Partner School
19
POSITIVE PARENTING
insights Father to Father by Michael Grose
As a father and father-in-law to three young dads, it’s great to see each of them embracing the life-changing nature of fatherhood and becoming fully involved in their children’s lives. I see myself in these young fathers, and in doing so I’d like to guide them away from making the same fathering mistakes I did. However, knowing that young dads are loathe to take fathering advice from a member of the previous generation, I’ll give the following advice to my younger self instead: 1. Play to your strengths Men generally parent differently to women, based on their biology. Fathers often parent in a more active or action-oriented way than mothers so games, play and physical activity become important parts of a man’s parenting repertoire. Your partner may not always appreciate your more active approach, particularly if you play with kids just before bedtime then leave it to her to calm them down. Practical advice: Be yourself, but be smart about it! 2. Lighten up – don’t take yourself too seriously It’s easy to get caught up in your own importance, taking yourself and your work too seriously. For many men a bad day at work translates into poor or, at best, distracted experiences when they’re with their families. Consider putting a strategy in place, such as exercise, that will help you leave work and the moods it engenders behind. Practical advice: Be present in mind as well as in body when you’re with your kids. 3. Have something in common with each child It would be wonderful to say that you can always connect with your kids, but family life is not that straightforward. There’ll always be a child who we struggle to connect with or a developmental stage during which a child seems alien to us. In these cases and times it helps if you share a common interest (such as a love of sport or music) with a child so that you always have something that will bring you together, even though you may not always see eye to eye. Practical advice: Be prepared to take an interest in your child’s interests. 4. Take it easy on your son Many dads are tough on their boys and have expectations way above their son’s interest and ability levels. It helps to remember that it takes a little longer for a boy to mature. Resist the temptation to turn every game and
We're a Parenting Ideas school
parentingideas.com.au/schools
every joint activity into a lesson and avoid giving advice when all your son wants is some understanding. Practical advice: See the boy as he is now, not the future man, when you spend time with him. 5. Enjoy the outdoors with your daughter The biological nature of fathering causes most men to be very protective of their daughters. But that doesn’t mean you should put your daughter on a pedestal and treat her like a little princess. Expect a lot from her. Play with her, and get her outside into nature as it will do wonders for her confidence levels. Practical advice: Enjoy spending time with your daughters on a daily basis. 6. Be ready for kids to knock you off your pedestal Most children in the pre-school and middle- to late-primary school years look up to their dads. “My dad is better/bigger than your dad” is a type of mantra that’s familiar to many parents. Make the most of it as this Superman Syndrome doesn’t last. Young children soon become adolescents and will go to great lengths to prove that you’re Clarke Kent after all. Expect that they will stop laughing at your jokes, raise an eyebrow at your well-intentioned advice and even stop being friendly to you in public. Ouch! It can be hurtful to a man who just wants to be the best dad he can be. Practical advice: See number 2 above: don’t take yourself too seriously. 7. Give your kids a compass and a map One day your children will become independent of you. Don’t worry! You won’t be irrelevant, just redundant in a practical and managerial sense. There are two things you can do to help your kids safely navigate the world when you’re not around. First, help them develop a set of positive values including integrity, honesty and respect that will act as their moral compass when they have difficult decisions to make. Second, reveal your personal story over time as this narrative will become a personal map that will reassure them when life gets tough. It’s good to know that they are not in uncharted territory when they finally strike out on their own. Practical advice: Tell kids your story – don’t make them guess it or learn it from someone else. Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the contribution that men make to the lives of their children. It’s a very personal reflection as each man’s experience of fathering is as unique as the children they are raising. I invite you to reflect on your own fathering as well as the contribution that fathers – whether your own dad or someone else’s – have made to your own life.
Michael Grose Michael Grose, founder of Parenting Ideas, is one of Australia’s leading parenting educators. He’s the author of 10 books for parents including Thriving! and the best-selling Why First Borns Rule the World and Last Borns Want to Change It, and his latest release Spoonfed Generation: How to raise independent children.
We're a Parenting Ideas school
parentingideas.com.au/schools
Alcohol and other drug information session for parents and carers
The Cats Just Think alcohol education program has been offered to your school and your young person may or may not have participated. Regardless, we would like to invite you to an information session that outlines the program and key messages (see below). The Just Think Program for schools We have partnered with Barwon Child, Youth and Family and worked with Deakin University School of Psychology to develop a day of information and activities based upon the Smart Generation alcohol education package for use in schools. The Just Think program has some very specific messages and as with Smart Generation, is informed by the Australian National Health and Medical Research Centre: • • • • •
Consider having a no alcohol until 18 rule as a family policy Alcohol impacts the growing brain and can lead to lifetime deficits in memory and emotional regulation. Adolescent alcohol use increases the chances of injury, assault and motor vehicle accidents. Early uptake of alcohol can increase the chances that a person will struggle with managing their use over their lifetime. It is illegal to supply a person under 18 with alcohol without the express permission of their parents.
Just Think aims to inform young people about the risks of alcohol use and how to minimise these risks of use to themselves and those around them. The Just Think program does not talk to students about prescription or illicit drugs as we would not want to risk exposing someone to drugs and possibly encouraging a certain curiosity. Alcohol, we feel is different, being legal and widely promoted. The information night will consist of an outline of Just Think, its messaging and the reasoning behind it. We will also talk about illicit drugs and adolescent development and how to have conversation about alcohol and drugs and tips on setting family rules. We are happy for you to bring your children with you if you feel this is appropriate for your family. If you would like a more detailed breakdown of the content, please email or call on the numbers below If you would like to attend the session, please email myself: kgregory@geelongcats.com.au or feel free to contact me on 0419546265 or 5225 2480 to book in and/or discuss any aspect of the program.
Session date & time: Wednesday 15th November 6.00 to 9.00pm (snacks provided) Location: Deakin Community Cats Centre- Simonds Stadium Geelong Please indicate any dietary requirements Keith Gregory, Community Development Coordinator, Geelong Football Club
A Jesuit Partner School
22
A Jesuit Partner School
23
OPEN DAYS 2017 INSTITUTION Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus Ballarat Campus
Sun 13 August Sun 27 August
10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm
Australian College of Applied Psychology
Sun 13 August
10am – 2pm
Australian National University
Sat 26 August
9am – 4pm
Bond University 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; Berwick, and Gippsland
Sat 22 July
2pm – 6pm
Sun 20 August Sun 27 August Sun 6 August Sun 20 August Sun 27 August Sun 27 August
10am – 3pm
The Gordon Geelong – City Campus
Sun 6 August
11am-3pm
Holmesglen Institute Open Thursday’s – all campuses
10 August 21 September 2 November 14 December Sat 12 August Fri 4 August Sun 6 August Sat 12 August Wed 16 August Sun 27 August Sun 20 August Sat 5 August Sun 6 August Sun 20 August Sun 13 August
Various times
Sun 13 August Sun 13 August Sun 30 July Sun 20 August Sat 26 August Sun 20 August Sun 13 August
10am – 2pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 4pm 9am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 9.30am – 3pm
JMC Academy La Trobe University & La Trobe Melbourne Shepparton Campus Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus Albury-Wodonga Mildura Campus Bendigo Campus Melbourne Polytechnic Preston Campus Monash University Peninsula Campus Clayton & Caulfield Campuses Parkville Campus (Pharmacy Focus) Photographic Studies College Navitas College of Public Safety 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne CBD RMIT City, Bundoora & Brunswick Campuses Swinburne University Hawthorn University of Melbourne Parkville & Southbank Campuses University of Sydney Victoria University Footscray Park campus William Angliss Institute of TAFE
DATE
TIME
9am – 3pm 9am – 3pm 9am – 3pm 10am – 3pm
CONTACT DETAILS
1300 ASK ACU Email: opendayvic@acu.edu.au http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/future_student s/undergraduate/experience_uni_before_you_start/o pen_day 1800 061 199 http://www.acap.edu.au/ http://www.anu.edu.au/study/choose-anu/anu-openday-2017 1800 074 074 https://bond.edu.au/open-day 1300 269 445 www.boxhill.edu.au/openday 1800 334 733 http://openday.deakin.edu.au/ 1800 333 864 http://federation.edu.au/future-students/study-atfeduni/open-day 1300 954 371 http://www.thegordon.edu.au/quick-links/specialnotice-pages/save-the-date! 1300 MY FUTURE
Online bookings are essential
http://www.holmesglen.edu.au/open 9.30am – 4pm 4pm – 7pm 10am – 4pm 3pm – 6.30pm 4pm – 7pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 3pm
9624 2917 www.jmcacademy.edu.au 1300 135 045 http://www.latrobe.edu.au/openday
9269 1200 https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/ 1800 666 274 www.monash.edu.au/openday 9682 3191 https://www.psc.edu.au/ 1800 783 661 www.ncps.edu.au 9925 2260 www.rmit.edu.au/openday 1300 SWINBURNE www.swinburne.edu.au/openday 1800 801 662 https://openday.unimelb.edu.au/ http://openday.sydney.edu.au/ 1300 VIC UNI https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/newsevents/events/open-day-2017 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
JB TKS
A Jesuit Partner School
24
OPEN DAYS 2017 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 of classes if you have been there before.
•
What is really involved in the course or courses you are interested in?
•
If you have to move away from home, where are you going to live?
•
Will you be happier studying in a large metropolitan institution or a smaller, perhaps rural institution?
•
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?
•
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
•
Be there early. Crowds tend to develop as the day progresses
•
On arrival, get a map from a central point and ask for directions to the relevant faculties or schools
•
Ask questions!
•
Don’t spend the day collecting printed information only. Use the opportunity to speak directly with academics before applications close
•
Introduce yourself to selection officers if you feel it is appropriate, but don’t be pushy
•
Check out the residential colleges, if available. After all, it is you that will be living there.
•
Walk around the campus. Have a good look! See what sporting facilities and other services are available.
•
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
JB TKS
A Jesuit Partner School
25
Amanda Vernon_Saver_Plus_ High-School_Flyer_A5
Come along and enjoy local cricket with your mates in the 2017-18 season
Junior Cricket
At training complex Community Bank Oval, Melaluka Road, Leopold
Could $500 help you with high‑school costs? Join Saver Plus and we’ll match your savings, dollar for dollar, up to $500 for school costs. laptops & tablets
specialist subjects
uniforms & shoes
books & supplies
sports fees & gear
camps & excursions
4.30 – 6.30pm
Sign-up Day Under 11
Under 15
Under 13
Under 17
Phone 03 5278 8122 Email avernon@bethany.org.au Web www.saverplus.org.au
Great family environment. Girls welcome to play. No experience necessary. All players coached. Look in g to establish a junior girls team.
Enquiries to Leopold Cricket Club Junior Coordinators: Kathryn Vick (0408 114 680) or Alison Spong (0400 425 801)
Saver Plus is an initiative of the Brotherhood of St Laurence and ANZ, delivered in partnership with Berry Street, The Benevolent Society and The Smith Family and other local community agencies including Bethany. The program is funded by ANZ and the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Go to www.dss.gov.au for more information.
TENNIS
Wallington Cricket Club
Juniors - seniors - midweek
Interested in giving tennis a try? Want to play in a team? And have practice hitting at least once a week? Professional coaching available Beginner players welcome
!
Cricket is back!!!
SENIOR/JUNIOR - competition play on Saturday MIDWEEK LADIES - competition play on Tuesday !
Come along to practice nights at
MOOLAP TENNIS CLUB INC.
Wills Crescent (near school)
every Wednesday and Thursday from 3.30 pm
Call in, ask for Phil or Fran
Phone Phil on 5251 3002 or Fran on 0409 366 545
Email - phil.hunt@moolaptc.org.au
Check out our website - www.moolaptc.org.au E
September 2017
Contact Amanda Vernon your local Saver Plus Coordinator
To join Saver Plus, you must have a Centrelink Health Care or Pensioner Concession Card, be at least 18 years old, have some regular income from work (you or your partner), and have a child at school or attend vocational education yourself.
HOUS GREAT CLUB FRIENDLY RE HE SP ATMO
Wednesday 6th
FREE
Junior Membership for new members*
*Free membership for first year. Ball fees and insurance fees apply
Come and join us at Wallington Cricket Club for our information & sign up day.!
Joeys!–!!!!!!!!!!!Age!5+!!!fun!skill!building!!sessions!for!boys!and!girls!!
!
!!!!!!!!!$50!(includes!11!sessions,!club!shirt,!hat!&!drink!bottle)! (Commencing!late!October)!!!!!!!
Juniors!–!!!!!!U11's,!U13's,!U15's,!U17's!(Boys!and!Girls)! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Junior!membership!$80!(includes!club!shirt!&!hat)! ! ! !
SeniorsJ! !!!!All!ages!and!abilities!catered!for!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Sunday sept 10th! Junior sign up 10am-12pm Senior sign up 12pm-2pm! 2nd chance sign up Sunday Sept 17th 10am-12-pm !
At WCC we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, family oriented club. We may be small but our spirit and club pride is plenty. We encourage and nurture our junior programs with a positive future of the club in mind.! FOUR PLEXI COURTS WITH LIGHTS TWO ASPHALT COURTS KIDS PLAYGROUND
!
Call us about senior, junior or midweek pennant play
Wallington Reserve 481 wallington rd
Any queries call Sean 0413 035 302!
A Jesuit Partner School
26
Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
http://geelongdeanery.cam.org.au/index.php?view=article&ca...
Community Notice Board Weekend Mass Times for All Parishes Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
Summary of regular weekend Masses for all parishes in the Geelong Deanery.
Please see the Calendar for Easter and Christmas Mass Summary of regular weekend Masses for all parishes in the and Reconciliation Times Geelong Deanery Suburb
Mass Centre
Routine Weekend Schedule
Anglesea
St Christopher
5:30pm (Sat) OR 6:30pm (Sat) during summer daylight saving time
Bannockburn
St John Evangelist
9:00am
Barwon Heads Holy Family
6:00pm (Sat)
Bell Park
Holy Family
8:00am, 9:30am, 11:30am (Slovenian 2nd Sun), 11:30am (Croatian not 2nd Sun), 12:30am (Croatian 2nd Sun)
Belmont
St Bernard
6.00pm (Sat), 6:30pm(Sat), 9:00am, 10:30am
Corio
St Francis Xavier
5:00pm (3rd Sat Filipino) 7:00pm(Sat), 10:30am
Drysdale
St Thomas
9.00 am
Geelong
St Mary of the Angels
6:00pm(Sat), 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:15 (Polish), 5:30pm
Geelong East
St Margaret
9:45am 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday
Geelong North St John
8:30am 10:30am(Latin Mass) Rosary 10:05am
Geelong West St Patrick
9:30am (Italian)
Geelong West Ss Peter & Paul (Ashby)
5:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (2nd & 4th Sun)
Grovedale
Nazareth
10:30am
Lara
St Anthony
9.00am
Leopold
Lumen Christi
10:30am, 5:30pm
Manifold Heights
Holy Spirit
6:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday)
Marshall
Rice Village
Mt Moriac
St Patrick
7:00pm(Sat)
Norlane
St Thomas Aquinas
6:00pm (Sat), 10:00am
Newcomb
Christ the King
5.00pm Vigil
Newtown
St Robert
9:45am 2nd & 4th Sunday
Ocean Grove
Our Lady Star of the Sea 9:00am
Portarlington
St Patrick
9.00am
Queenscliff
Holy Trinity
11:00am
St Leonards
Ss Philip and James
6:00pm(Sat)
Torquay
St Therese
8:45am
Winchelsea
St John the Baptist
6:00pm (Sat)
Radio
Light FM, 89.9 FM
7:00am
Radio
The Pulse, 94.7 FM
10:00am
Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
1 of 2
http://geelongdeanery.cam.org.au/index.php?view=article&ca...
28/04/2016, 2:48 PM
Mass times are correct as of 22/02/13 - Please advise deanexec@pipeline.com.au of any corrections.
A Jesuit Partner School
27
College Calendar September 2017
September 2017
R U OK Day
Friday 1st
Year 8 Retreat
Thursday 14th
Friday 1st
Year 12 Food studies Excursion
Friday 1st
Year 7 Resilience and Art Excursion
Friday 15th Interim Reports available to Parents Via Parent Portal from 9am onwards
Friday 1st
GISSA Golf
Friday 1st 2007 10 Year Reunion The Deck, 7.30pm Friday 1st Parent and Friends’ Association ‘Girls Night Out’ Fundraiser for the ‘Beauty and the Beast’ College production Monday 4th
All Day College Production Rehearsal
Monday 4th
Year 11 Legal Studies Excursion
Monday 4th
Year 10 Aquatics
Tuesday 5th
Year 9 Adventure Planet Excursion
Tuesday 5th Year 12 VCAL Excursion Cotton On and Farm Fresh Tuesday 5th Parents and Friends’ Association Meeting Starting at 7.00pm in the College ILC Wednesday 6th Year 12 Theatre Excursion Thursday 7th
Year 10 Aquatics
Parents are able to book Parent / Student / Teacher conference after Interim Reports are released. Close Wednesday 20th at midday.
Conferences will be held in the College gym
Sunday 17th Timor Leste Immersion Sunday 17th to Wednesday 27th September Tuesday 19th
Year 9 Adventure Planet Excursion
Tuesday 19th VCE Music Soiree Terindah Estate, 7.00pm Thursday 21st
Year 9 Adventure Planet Excursion
Thursday 21st
Last day of Term 3 for students
Thursday 21st Parent / Student / Teacher Conferences 4.00pm to 8.30pm Friday 22nd
Student Free Day
Friday 22nd Parent / Student / Teacher Conferences 9.00am to 12.00 pm Friday 22nd VCE Unit 4 English Practice Exam 9.00am to 12.15 pm
Friday 8th TRI-umph Festival At Clonard College 9.00am to 3.00pm Saturday 9th College Production Final Dress Rehearsal 1.00pm to 5.00pm Monday 11th
Start of ‘College Production Week’ Culminating with shows: Thursday 14th, Friday 15th and Saturday 16th
Tuesday 12th
Year 10 FFL Excursions
Tuesday 12th
Year 12 PE Excursion
Wednesday 13th Year 10 FFL Excursions
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
28