Edition 16 october 8th (hr) by Saint Ignatius

T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN

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Edition 16, October 8th 2015

From the Principal Welcome!

Coming Events Term 4 October Fri 9th World Challenge Cycling and Walk Fri 9th Year 7 Cyber Safety Incursion Mon 12th Year 11 Elevate Ed Memory Mnemonics Mon 12th Instrumental Night at GPAC Tues 13th Parents and Friends’ Association Meeting Thurs 15th Year 7 and 8 Immunisations Thurs 15th VCE Art Show Saint Ignatius Gallery Thurs 15th Year 12 Valete Mass - St Thomas’ Church Fri 16th Year 7 and 8 ‘Market Day’ A more detailed calendar is on the last page.

Welcome back to the final school term for 2015. I hope all students have had an enjoyable and restful break (with some revision and preparation for the new term) and are looking forward to finishing the year off on a very good note. The Parent / Student / Teacher meetings held at the end of last term will have helped affirm good progress to date, provided a valuable opportunity to discuss areas of concern and helped set some directions for a productive term ahead. The Year 12 VCE students sat their practice exams during the latter part of the second week of the holidays. VCE Coordinator, Mrs Oliver and Year 12 Coordinator, Mr McLean reported that they were very pleased overall with the way the students approached this very important assessment preparation.

Final weeks for Year 12s There are less than two weeks of formal classes for Year 12 students remaining. Late last term I wrote to all parents of Year 12 students to communicate some of our expectations and hopes and the plans in place at this stage to help facilitate a positive and smooth finish. (Extra copies are available from our office.)

It is obviously very important that the Year 12s remain as focused as possible on their studies right through to the last exam. A lot depends on their ability to apply themselves well during this time. I have made it very clear about our expectations for a positive finish by the senior students on their ‘last day.’ Normal timetabled classes for the Year 12 students will cease on Monday 19th October 2015. On the morning of Tuesday 20th October the Year 12 students will have their “Final Assembly.” The VCE exam period starts in the following week on Wednesday 28th October 2015 with the English exam (for LOTE Oral, Music Performance & Drama exam times please check with the subject teacher.) (Visit the following website for the VCE exam timetable http://www.vcaa.vic.edu.au/vce/exams/ timetable.html ) After Tuesday 20th October Year 12 teachers will be available during normal class time and by appointment out of class time until the exam for their particular subject. Teachers will discuss these arrangements with their students. ....continued on Page 2

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In Brief

From the Principal (cont.)

This Page: ‘From the Principal’

A number of special activities are planned over the “last week” to help make this a special and memorable time for the students and parents. In particular I remind parents of Year 12 students and friends of the college about the Year 12 Mass at St Thomas Church (Peninsula Drive) on Thursday 15th October 2015 (7pm) and the Full School Assembly on Monday 19th October 2015 (11.00am.)

Page 3: ‘From the Principal’ Page 4: From Rev. Fr. Kevin Dillon Page 5: Faith Matters Page 6: 150th anniversary of the Irish Jesuits arrival in Australia Page 7: RUOK? Day Photos Page 8: Italian Performing Arts Competition Victory Page 9 and 10: Performing ArtsNews Page 11: Canteen Roster, Parents and Friends’ Association, Instrumental Showcase Page 12: Interschool Equestrian Championships Page 13: Design Club Page 14: VCE Exhibition Page 15: Year 8 and 10 Indonesian Language Incursion Page 16 and 17: Active Travel Route Launch Page 18: Host Families required Page 19: Community Notice Board Page 20 and 21: ‘Developing your child’s social media script’ by Michael Grose Page 22 and 23: Community Notice Board Page 24: School Calender

It is expected that all Year 12 students and their families will attend the special Mass on the 15th October and you would be most welcome to attend the assembly.

Thank you to our Sport Coordinator, Mr Andrew Philp, for organising the carnival and thank you to the staff for their contribution to make this a successful and enjoyable day. It was great to see a number of parents who were able to attend supporting this event. Congratulations to Cuthbert House members and Captains, Meg Wiffen and Billy Dando, and Vice Captain, Claudia Beattie on winning the House Shield.

Next Full School Assembly

I wish our Year 12 students and their families a special and memorable time during the last phase of their secondary school journey.

All Parents are warmly invited to attend this term’s assembly on Monday 19th October 2015.

VCE Music Evening

I ask you to please report to the office at 10.50am so you can be allocated a seat.

On the Wednesday evening of the last week of term 3, I attended the annual VCE Soiree held at Vue Grand, Queenscliff. The variety and talent displayed at this very entertaining event are a testament to the development of the performing arts at the college. Well done to the students involved. Congratulations to the Year 11 and 12 students who performed on the night. Thank you to Mrs Linda Pape (Music Coordinator), Ms. Marina Brown and Ms. Caitlin Doble (Instrumental Music Teachers) and the many teachers who made the evening possible. It was great to see the number of parents and friends who came along to support the student performances.

House Athletics Carnival Saint Ignatius College seeks to develop its students in all aspects of life – not only academically but also physically, spiritually, culturally and socially. The Sport Program is an essential part of a full school life. The “Annual House Athletics Carnival” held on Tuesday 15th September at Landy Field, Geelong was one example of the school offering a valuable opportunity beyond the classroom. Overall the carnival was a very enjoyable and successful event. I congratulate all students who participated on the day. Students had the opportunity to compete in a number of events and those who were unable to compete were able to help out in one of a number of ways. The day also provided the opportunity for students to socialise with each other and interact with staff outside of the classroom.

The main focus of the assembly will be, as in past years, the school’s farewell to the Year 12 students. The College Captains for 2015 will also be announced.

Wednesday 21st October 2015: normal classes Please note that this day is not a holiday for our students – classes will run as normal. As you are aware, this is the day of the annual “Geelong Cup.” Some schools are taking this day as a holiday; we are not as we take Melbourne Cup day instead (together with the day before.) As some schools are taking Geelong Cup off, there was a question over what school buses will run on this day. The Region’s School Bus Coordinator has informed me that buses will run on this day for our students. I would suggest that students should check with their driver just prior to the day, particularly those on buses that carry students from other schools, in case there are any special arrangements being made due to less students travelling on this day.

Staff on leave Visual Communications Teacher and Creative Arts Learning Area Leader Mr Malcolm Campbell is taking Long Service Leave this term. I can now confirm that Ms Magdalena Romanuik will take Mr Campbell’s classes and Ms Tory Wood will be acting Creative Arts Learning Area Leader. ....continued on Page 3

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Summer Uniform compulsory Term Four

Catholic Bishops’ Social Justice Statement 2015 – 2016

Just a reminder about the change to summer uniform for this term.

The Melbourne Catholic Archdiocese celebrated Social Justice Sunday on 27 September. This year’s Social Justice Statement is titled: ‘For Those Who’ve Come Across the Seas: Justice for refugees and asylum seekers’.

I was disappointed that some students returned without doing the necessary check to see all was in order with their summer uniform. In particular, some of the dresses are too short. The dress length is to the knee with an allowance of up to 5cm above the knee for growth during the term. Some things to be mindful of are: l The tie does not have to be worn with the summer uniform in term four; l The new type of summer shirt can be worn not tucked in to the shorts; l The only type of school shoes permissible are black leather (able to be polished) ones, preferably lace-up (no skate or sports type shoes); l The jumper is not to be the outer garment when travelling to and from school, if it is cold the student should wear their blazer; l Long hair (longer than to the shoulder) is tied back with college coloured ribbons and kept off the face; l Summer uniform dress length must be to the knee; and l The navy blue school hat is compulsory in term four. Please find a copy of the uniform policy that relates to summer uniform in the front section of the student planner.

Anniversary - Dimitrious, ‘Dimi’, Cassels-Rantall Last week on Wednesday it was one year since the death of Dimi Cassells-Rantall. We fondly remember Dimi as a kind and caring boy who was well liked by both his peers and staff and was in Year 7 last year. We remember his family and friends in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Loving God, We come to you in prayer to remember Dimi who died about one year ago. We give thanks that Dimi’s life was good and his goodness is now united with your love and goodness that will always be with us. We ask your blessing on Dimi’s family. May they be comforted in their sorrow as they reflect on their great loss. We pray for ourselves that we may learn to live our lives in goodness and truth. We make our prayer through Jesus Christ. Amen.

The Statement addresses the divisive national debate over asylum seekers, especially those who arrive by boat. It reminds all Australians of the need to welcome and comfort those who have fled here from terror and danger, and to live out the example of Jesus, who never turned his back on those who were lost or suffering. For further details about the Social Justice Statement, visit the Australian Catholic Social Justice Council website (www.socialjustice.catholic.org.au) or call (02) 8306 3499. This Statement is about 20 pages in length so I haven’t included it with this newsletter. You can download it from the Australian Catholic Social Justice Council website. The Bishops provide a summary as follows: “The Australian Catholic Bishops’ Social Justice Statement for 2015–16 challenges Australians to think again about our national response to asylum seekers, especially those who come to Australia by sea. It invites us to recognise the desperation that has driven these people to seek refuge far from their homes.

The Statement takes its inspiration from the actions and words of Pope Francis on his 2013 visit to the Italian island of Lampedusa, where he met the survivors of a refugee tragedy and mourned for those who had died. It begins and ends with the Pope’s own words and is strongly based on the Scriptures and Catholic teaching. The Bishops’ document traces the experiences of asylum seekers from their flight from persecution and danger, through their perilous journeys, to their experience in Australia of indefinite detention, deprivation and insecurity. It asks why both sides of Australian politics have felt the need to introduce such cruel and self-defeating policies as offshore processing and indefinite detention. This Social Justice Sunday we are invited to reflect on the call of Jesus to welcome those in most need and to give comfort to those who come to us in flight from fear and suffering.” Best wishes,

Michael Exton Principal

The Statement’s title is For Those Who’ve Come Across the Seas: Justice for refugees and asylum seekers. The title, taken from the words of our National Anthem, is intended to remind all Australians of how this nation has aspired to be a place of welcome and inclusion. In this Statement, the Bishops address the divisive national debate over asylum seekers, especially those who arrive by boat. They confront Australia’s current deterrence-based response and remind us of the needs of the nearly 60 million people who are displaced around the world.

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FRIENDS are raising a powerful chorus in support of Belmont mum Anj Aitken on her journey with terminal cancer. The podiatrist and long-time musician has expressed a heartfelt wish to secure a home for her children Ember, 3, Jordan, 2, and infant Leilah before her death. As Geelong started sharing its generous heart in response to appeals in her name, former band mates and musicians from across her decades amplified plans for a benefit concert. Specialists estimate Anj, 42, has perhaps four months to live with neuroendocrine cancer. She said she would die happy if she knew the $200,000 mortgage on their family home was secure enough to provide her kids with a home. Long-time musician George Astanin said a person as open and giving as his friend and former band mate deserved nothing but support. Barwon Club publican Greg Dodds said plans were coming together for a benefit show on November 1. “It’s a way to rally around and raise some much needed funds for a special person.” Anj Aitken Appeal organisers Kerrie Boothey and Emily McDiarmid are canvassing organisations and individuals for donations of items and experiences for auction. “She’s such a beautiful person, very selfless,” Mrs Boothey said. “Geelong Advertiser”, Thu. Oct. 1

From Fr Kevin Dillon Chances are that 90% of those who read this page will be people who live in Geelong. Of course, there will be visitors to our fair city who are here for the (long!) week-end, and there will be others reading this on the parish website. But most readers will be those who, at least for the moment, call Geelong “home”. And while there’s no place like “home”, chances are we can easily take for granted many of our home’s most familiar and engaging qualities. And that’s not just the waterfront, or Deakin University, or our new library, or even St. Mary’s Basilica. It’s much more than buildings - it’s the people. It’s the people who somehow shine out every so often (maybe very often), and demonstrate to themselves and to anyone else who takes time to notice that there is a genuine sense of “community” in this city. “Comm-unity” - it means being together, and being one. A bit like “We are one, but we are many” in Bruce Woodley’s wonderful song “I Am Australian”. Sure, we can be selfish, ugly, immoral just like everyone else. But we are also very conscious that we live in the same world, that we need each other, that when misfortune strikes any one of us, we need to provide the support we would hope for if that same misfortune befell us or someone we love.

And while we’re not in competition with any other city, town or village, our Geelong community is not too bad at all when it comes to looking after one another, especially when one of us is facing a major challenge in life. So it’s not remarkable that friends and strangers alike have set out to help cancer-stricken mum Anj Aitken to give her three small children the financial security of having the family home mortgage free. Even if that significant financial goal is not fully achieved, the security, respect and affection that will come from the various fund-raising efforts will ease at least some of the pain the family will have to manage. This sort of care and effort is not exclusive to Geelong, of course. But here it is such a regular occurrence, where all sorts of needs and causes achieve support that would be much more difficult in any large city. We take it for granted, most of the time. It’s what we do. It’s what we are. But we should treasure it as something very valuable for our city and or region. Fr Kevin Dillon, Geelong Deanery Coordinator and Association of Canonical Administrator President OAM

Evening 2015 An evening of celebration showcasing our fine programs and achievements during the year at Saint Ignatius College St. Ignatius. Inspiring me to be a leader

Date: Thursday November 19th at Costa Hall, Deakin Waterfront Campus Time: Doors open at 5.30pm for foyer displays and perfomances, main presentation from 7.00pm in the auditorium (open from 6.45pm). No tickets required

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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. Help I ask the Holy Spirit for help to discern my day with openess. Review I review my day, hour by hour, to see how God is working in my life. 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)

Faith Matters Family, society, the changing world and the Church On Sunday the General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops commenced at the Vatican. This synod, and synods generally are an important component in the life of the Church. A synod seeks to gather Bishops together to discuss issues and have been a regular part of the Church since the conclusion of Vatican II, over fifty years ago. There has been much media interest in this event since the extraordinary synod was called by Pope Francis in 2013 which served as a guide to discussions for the current synod. The extraordinary synod was titled, “The Pastoral Challenges of the Family in the Context of Evangilisation” and was held in October 2014. Many issues were discussed and from this extraordinary synod the larger general synod was scheduled to discuss issues raised and determine further discussion points for the ordinary synod. The preparatory document that encapsulate and direct the discussions at the general synod, know as a Lineamenta, is titled “The Vocation and Mission of the Family in the Church and Contemporary World”. This document includes a diverse number of issues ranging from pastoral support for the family in contemporary society, pastoral care for those in same sex relationships and pastoral care and sacramental inclusion of divorced Catholics. The discussions that are scheduled to be held over the three weeks at the current ordinary synod have led to much interest within Catholic and secular environments. This synod is reminiscent in many ways to Vatican II (1962-65), although a synod rather than an ecumenical council, there are strong parallels in addressing cultural change, the position of the Church in society and the desire to navigate a path the meets the needs of all, whilst remaining true to scripture and the core beliefs of the Church. Furthermore, the possibility of radical change from the decisions made in the synod is similar to the reality of the outcomes that came from Vatican II. The possibility of change has led to much speculation and debate within the Church and from those interested in the discussion. Many individuals within the media have offered their suggestions of what will eventuate. Their speculation and differing opinions of what to expect are interesting and thought provoking. Although the outcomes of the synod are unknown as yet, there are some indicators from initial speeches from Pope Francis and Cardinal Erdo that some of the more contemporary social issues will not be addressed.

However, Pope Francis has clearly noted that society is changing and the Church needs to respond if families, in all of their diversity, are to be nourished pastorally and sacramentally by the Church. In all facets of human life differing opinion can cause frustration and disenchantment. Change is very difficult and decisions that are agreed upon will inevitably alienate those who have views that are furthest from the centre. As a Church however we as individuals follow the teachings of the Church according to our conscience. This leads to the final point of interest of the authority of the synod to settle questions or issue decrees. As Canon 343 states, a synod cannot do either, unless the Pope grants it deliberative power; Pope Francis has not indicated this authority explicitly as yet, and may not. As the Supreme Pontiff, Francis does have the ability to promulgate (make official) a decision and speak ex cathedra and in doing so be infallible (CC 891). The decree of infallibility was promulgated after the First Vatican Council in 1870, since then there have been only two instances in which a Pope has issued a decree ex cathedra. Therefore it is highly unlikely that Pope Francis will do so on any issue arising from the synod, however the potential for such has caused wide spread discussion. Pope Francis is a prophetic figure and seeks to engage with the world and evangelize through the power of the Spirit and remove obstacles that inhibit those who seek Christ. Through the guidance of the Spirit the synod seeks to investigate issues, engage with the changing world and allow the voices of those in the magisterium to be heard, so that Church teachings truly reflect and respond to world and society as it changes and develops over time. Let us all pray that the Church, through Pope Francis and leaders within the clergy are able to discuss, debate and transmit the outcome of such to the world for the good of the Church and all who seek Jesus. Yours in Christ, Brendan Nicholls Liturgy Coordinator

Pope Francis, guided by the recommendations of the extraordinary synod, wants a discussion about families and how they can be supported and strengthened through the Church in contemporary society. The teachings of the magisterium and the Traditions of the Church are unlikely to change dramatically.

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150th anniversary of the Irish Jesuits arrival in Australia Archbishop Hart celebrated a special Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral Melbourne on Sunday September 27th 2015 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the first Irish Jesuits in Australia. St Patrick’s College SJ (Melbourne) was entrusted to the Jesuits by Bishop Goold on the arrival of the Irish Jesuits in Australia 150 years ago, on 21st September 1865. The school was located in the grounds nearby St Patrick’s Cathedral and the Archbishop’s residence. It operated as a school until 1968 and a number of former students of St Patrick’s school attended a variety of functions over the weekend of September 26 and 27, including the Archbishop’s special Mass on the Sunday.

Archbishop Hart with Saint Ignatius College students Nicole Nguyen, Zoe Summerfield and Bryony Wig at the 150th anniversary Mass.

Saint Ignatius College Geelong was represented in an exemplary fashion at the Archbishop’s Mass by Year 11 students Zoe Summerfield, Nicole Nguyen and Bryony Wig and they were involved in the Offertory Procession. Our school was also part of the display in the Cathedral of Jesuit schools and in his homily the Archbishop welcomed Saint Ignatius College Geelong and mentioned how wonderful it was to see the students at the mass. It was very important for Saint Ignatius College Geelong to be involved in this 150th celebration to pay tribute to the first Irish Jesuits and to those who followed because our school, being a jesuit Partner school, is a direct legacy of this tremendous Jesuit heritage that started in East Melbourne 150 years ago.

Nicole, Bryony and Zoe were part of the Offertory Prossesion during the Mass.

Paul Lewis Deputy Principal - Mission, Formation and Pastoral Care

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RUOK? Day Photos

by David Alexander

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Italian Performing Arts Competition Victory On September 8th, the Year 11 Italian class participated in a Performing Arts competition at the beautiful Melbourne Museum Theatre. The experience was a big success and our students won first place in their category. The competition was open to students from schools in Victoria to compete in a short language performance. Our students prepared and memorised a 5 minute long original script written in Italian, which they brilliantly dramatised before representatives of the co.as.it in Carlton.

The competition was a fantastic opportunity for our students to experiment with the Italian language in a real situation and to meet students from other schools who share their passion. A delicious lunch in a restaurant with Italian staff in Lygon St enriched further the day with authentic interaction. It was a great success and I compliment our talented students. Flaminia Pace

“I really enjoyed watching the other schools’ performances and having lunch in Lygon Street.” Ella Sjodin It was a wonderful cultural experience, something that the girls and I will cherish “forever, oh and it was plus that we won” Martina Gulino “The performance was great, we were all pretty nervous, but ended up doing so well and winning which is amazing!” Sally Rodwell

Their Italian pronunciation and acting on stage were impeccable, resulting in their great achievement. Waiting for the winner to be announced was exciting and our students experienced great satisfaction when they were recognised for their effort.

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Performing Arts News

Will it stay up....

Hairspray Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, musicians and production team of our recent production “Hairspray”. I was so proud of everyone and I know this musical ranks as one of our very best! What can we do next? Music students rise to the occasion Seven of our very talented music students played in their first ever musical, “Hairspray”. After many, many hours of practice and joined by our talented music staff, they ventured into the orchestra pit to experience the real world of theatre.

Proud of their work

I was so very proud of each student and the manner in which they tackled the tricky aspects of a sometimes very difficult score. Congratulations to students: Kent Baden Isabella Searle Jason Ballard Josh Humphrey Tess Havelberg Marli Dean Harry Morris

Drums Trumpet Percussion Bass Keyboard Keyboard Guitar

The “Hairspary” Orchestra

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Performing Arts News (cont.) Public Performanceis the Major Key! On the last Tuesday of term 3, The Vue Grande was alive with music ranging from Debussy to Crowded House . The Year 12 music students held their music performance assessment, VCE Soiree, at the beautiful venue in Queenscliff. The students were very nervous but also excited and really appreciated the opportunity to perform to 100 staff, family and friends of the college. Nerves can really take over a performance and so I do encourage the more public performances the better. I do believe that students need to be in a real setting to experience the world of entertainment.

The Vue Grand dining room.

A two course meal, fine wine, an exquisite candlelit room and great entertainment was certainly the recipe for a great night out! The college was very grateful to Caleb Fleet and his staff for their wonderful hospitality. “We were truly blessed to be able to perform in such a beautiful setting”.

Many thanks to the Parents and Friends’ Association

Courtney Devereux

Eliza Fleet

Last term the parents and friends were run off their feet organising a fabulous trivia night. It was a great night out and on behalf of the Performing Arts department and the production team, I sincerely thank the PFA for their very generous donation . We shall certainly spend the money wisely and keep you all informed of what we decide to purchase.

Staff table at the trivia night attempting to beat the Pape table!

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Canteen Roster Starting 12th October Monday 12th C. Hunter, C. Lyons, Needed, Needed Tuesday 13th M. Dunstan, S. Crawley, M. Heffernan, L. Irving, T. Mifsud Wednesday 14th M. Fanning, M. Sideris, B. Downey, Needed Thursday 15th M. Hallam, M. White, M. Van Loon, T. Wagener Friday 16th S. Anson, J. Marles, Needed, Needed Starting 19th October Monday 19th A. Brown, J. Chainski, B. Rees, E. Hudson Tuesday 20th C. Carey, T. Mifsud, C. Duncan, K. Dawson Wednesday 21st R. Scott, L. Eastwood, R. Hay, M. Sideris, K. Walker, C. Ford

Parents and Friends’ Association:

Meetings

Uniform Shop

The Parents & Friends’ Association cordially invite all those interested to their meetings for 2015 held from 7.30pm onward in the Food Tech Centre on the following dates:

The uniform shop is located behind the office and is open Monday mornings between 8.30 and 9.30am, and Monday afternoons between 2 and 3.30pm.

Meeting schedule: October November December

Tuesday 13th Monday 9th AGM 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.

We have a wide variety of uniform in stock and we also sell new socks. Please email uniform@ignatius.vic.edu. au for any enquiries regarding buying or selling uniform. We are also looking for volunteers to help out once a month, either mornings or afternoons. If you are interested contact us on: uniform@ignatius.vic.edu.au

Instrumental Showcase Monday October 12th, GPAC Drama Theatre, 7pm - 9.15pm

Thursday 22nd P. Bakker, M. White, N. Lowther, Needed

Students from all year levels will be showcasing their many musical talents.

Friday 23rd E. Stokie, D. Byron, S. Smith, Needed,

Items include the college junior and senior orchestras, senior and junior choirs, ensembles, bands, solos and the Staff act!!

If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.

Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050 258

The students and Performing Arts staff would love you to attend and I promise it will be a thoroughly enjoyable evening! Tickets can be purchased from GPAC: http://www.gpac.org.au/ Hope to see you there! Yours musically, Linda Pape and the Performing Arts staff A Jesuit Partner School

Interschool Equestrian Championships Congratulations to Saint Ignatius students Lilly Herzer (12 Garnier), Lucy Moate (8 Realino) and Edwina Lumsden (7 Miki) who recently represented the college over the September holidays at the Australian Interschool Equestrian Championships held at the the Sydney International Equestrian Centre. The students competed throughout the week in a range of Dressage and Showing events. Some outstanding results from these classes were: Novice 2.2 Dressage Edwina Lumsden DOUBLE TT DEBONAIR - 1st Place Advanced Freestyle Dressage Lilly Herzer GRAND FLEMINGHO - 5th Place Advanced 5.2 and 5.3 Dressage Lilly Herzer GRAND FLEMINGHO - 8th Place

Lilly Herzer and Lucy Moate

Novice 2.2 Dressage Lucy Moate NISCINDA WELSH TORQUE 6th Place Novice 2.3 Dressage Lucy Moate NISCINDA WELSH TORQUE 9th Place A further congratulations to Lucy Moate who also competed at the Boneo Park Spring CDI on September 27th, gaining a 1st place for her Novice Dressage Test and for coming 3rd in the overall Novice Championship. Ms Marina Brown Equestrian Team Manager

Edwina Lumsden who placed 1st in the Novice 2.2 Dressage.

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DESIGN CLUB What? A club for any year level to learn, brush up or extend your knowledge of textiles and fashion with like minded people. Why? Learn something new/ make your own clothes, illustrate your own designs etc. When? Thursday lunchtime Where? Textiles T01 Who? Mrs Horbowsky

Are you ex Navy, Army or Air Force? Then Carry On (Victoria) may be able to help you with education costs if you meet our eligibility criteria. If you have served in the Australian Defence Forces or Allied Forces and you wish to apply for a Secondary Education Grant for 2016, please telephone Carry On (Victoria) on (03) 9629 2648 to establish eligibility and request an application form. Carry On (Victoria) assists Secondary School students in Years 7-12 with grants for expenses such as fees, books, uniforms, excursions etc. For those students going on to Tertiary Education a grant may also be available. Children whose Parent/s or Legal Guardian/s have a need for financial assistance and comply with our eligibility criteria may apply. All grants are income tested and applications should be submitted by 29 October 2015.

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SAINT IGNATIUS COLLEGE PRESENTS

135 DAYS THURSDAY 15TH OCTOBER T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN

4PM - 6:30PM. SPEECHES AT 6PM. SICG GALLERY

V.C.E EXHIBITION - VISUAL COMMUNICATION DESIGN - STUDIO ART - MEDIA

Year 8 and 10 Indonesian Language Incursion All Year 8 and Year 10 Indonesian Language students had the opportunity to participate in a workshop that gave all participants a real taste of Indonesian music, dance and culture. Students had the opportunity to play a gamelan song on a genuine gamelan orchestra. Instruments included the Saron, Bonang, Kendang, Kempul, Kenong and the Gong. In the second half of the workshop students sang the popular Kecak song and dressed up in costume to act out the story of the Ramayana. This practical, hands-on workshop was a positive learning experience for all. ‘I enjoyed learning how to play the gamelan. Learning the Kecak song was really fun and I had a good time.

Year 8 Campion practicing with gamelan.

The Ramayana was very interesting and funny because people acted it.’ Logan Hockley 8 Campion ‘I enjoyed listening and playing the Gamelan, I found it very interesting and a good experience. I liked learning to play the different instruments and when we all played together it sounded pretty cool. The Kecak dance was another highlight, I loved learning the dance it was probably my favourite part. The play was also really good and funny and I was lucky to be a part of it.’ Lily Kitchen 8 Montserrat ‘I found the dance very interesting and fun. It was a good experience for me and I hope to see it when I go to Bali.

Year 8 Montserrat students preparing to act out the story of the Ramayana.

The instruments are very creative and cool.’ Riley Woods 8 Montserrat

Year 10 Indonesian class dance rehearsal.

Year 8 Campion Kecak Dance

Year 8 Chardin

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You Are Invited to the Peninsula Drive Active Travel Route Launch! Students are getting creative and chalking the walk on Thursday 8th October! Students, staff and families are encouraged to walk, ride, scoot or skate home from school along the new active travel route and vote for their favourite chalk artwork along the way! Date: Thurs 8th of October 2015 Time: 3—4 pm (after school) Where: The walk will be chalked along the shared path between Anderson and Reserve Roads *Voting slips supplied on the day Parking: Instead of picking up students from out the front of the schools, families are encouraged to pick them up from Drysdale Railway Station, Reserve Rd or Andersons Rd

Students and families regularly walking and riding to and from our schools (even part of the way) will help to reduce the high amounts of traffic and parking congestion we experience on Peninsula Drive. 

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Healthy Together Geelong, funded by the Victorian Government, is improving the health of our community.

A Jesuit Partner School

Drysdale Under Lights - Come and Have A Go! To celebrate the completion of our new lights at Drysdale Tennis Club we are holding 3 nights of fun and activities. Mon 12th Oct – Adult Fast 4 tennis 6.30-9pm Wed 14th & Fri 16th Oct – Hot Shots, Cardio Tennis & Fast 4 Tennis 6.30-9pm Free sausage sizzle each night. Collins St Drysdale (next to Drysdale PS).

More Info call Kerry on 0400 078 337. A Jesuit Partner School

INSIGHTS Building parent-school partnerships WORDS Michael Grose

Developing your

child’s social media scripts

It’s important to start conversations with children about using social media at a young age to prepare them to be savvy users when we’re not around. “If a job’s worth doing, it’s worth doing

The same maxim holds true for the world

around. Here are some ideas to get you

well.”

of social media that children now inhabit

started:

This mantra always pops into mind

from an increasingly young age. Even

whenever I’m about to cut some corners

though our children are growing up

or do a rushed job in any endeavour. As a

with technology as a part of their every

result I double-check every article I write

day lives, they will still make plenty of

for mistakes. I over prepare every talk I

mistakes while using it. This means we

give. And I continually edit and re-edit my

need to have direct conversations with

books. This message keeps me at the top

our kids about the comments and posts

of my game.

that are okay to make using social media of all forms.

I can thank, or blame, my mother for

1 “Is this worth posting?” The relatively impersonal nature of social media means that we can post information and pictures with relative immunity. Also its immediacy means that we can do so without much thought. This means that kids need to be very critical about what they see online. ‘Is this accurate?’ and ‘Is this

inserting this mantra in my mind as she

As parents we teach our kids to talk

repeated it whenever I did a rushed job

politely and clearly so that they know

as a youngster making my bed, doing

how to speak to others when we’re not

homework or cleaning up my bathroom

around. In effect, we give our kids social

mess.

scripts to fall back on when they talk to

Parents of every generation have always

friends, teachers and relatives. There’s

A child who blurts out everything that

no guarantee they’ll look an adult in the

comes into his mind without thinking

eye when they speak to them, but our

is sure to put plenty of people offside.

discussions, reminders and lessons about

‘Think before you speak’ is the type of

manners will hopefully hold up when

message that every child should have

or real world intuitively knew that they

we’re not around.

in mind.

needed to teach child important lessons

The same applies to social media. Our

about safety and manners rather than

conversations and lessons will prepare

assume they’ll be understood.

them to be savvy users when we’re not

found ways to frame messages of safety and success for their children to remember. Parents of past generations who only had to contend with the offline

worth posting?’ are two valid questions children can ask when they read posts placed by others.

2 “Have you taken a big breath?”