Edition 8 may 26th 2016 (hr) by Saint Ignatius

T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN

Newsletter Edition 8, May 26th 2016

From the Principal Welcome! Coming Events May 2016 Thur 26th Year 9 and 10 Dance and Drama Night Fri 27th Year 11 - 12 Vic College Basketball Chamionships Mon 30th Unit 1 VCE Exams 30th May to 3rd June Tues 31st Year 12 Visual Communications Excursion Tues 31st Sorry Day Ceremony

June 2016 Wed 1st Year 7 - 8 GISSA Football, Netball and Soccer Mon 6th Year 11 Day of Hope Mon 6th Year 7 Instrumental Show Tues 7th GAT A more detailed calendar is on the last page.

End of Term and Semester fast approaching Next week is the fourth last week of term two. I encourage parents to check on their daughters/son’s routines and organisation. Is study getting the priority it deserves? The exam period for Years 9 - 11 is fast approaching and in particular the GAT for students undertaking Unit 3 VCE subjects. Students in all year levels will also have assessments by way of tests and assignments as this first semester draws to a close. Now is a good time to plan ahead to ensure that the term finishes as smoothly as possible.

Child safe standards The State Government has introduced child safe standards to improve the way organisations that provide services for children prevent and respond to child abuse that may occur within their organisation. These standards are mandatory for all organisations providing services to children and came into effect on 1 January 2016.

The aim is to bring about cultural change so that protecting children from abuse is embeded in everyday thinking and practice of leaders, staff and volunteers. The child safe standards are an essential element of the Government’s response to the Family and Community Development Committee of the Parliament’s Betrayal of Trust: Inquiry into the Handling of Child Abuse by Religious and Other NonGovernment Organisations (Betrayal of Trust Inquiry). In December last year, the Victorian Minister for Education issued a Ministerial Order, which provides the framework for how schools will be required to comply with the Standards. This Order requires schools to be compliant from 1 August 2016. We have been working on ensuring we will be compliant with the Order. We took advantage of our recent School Review which, included a Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA) check, to guide and plan for our implementation of the requirements. One of the key elements and one we acted on earlier this year, is to have a “Child Safe Policy.” You can find this on our College website (under ‘Our School’ > ‘College Policies.’) ....continued on Page 2

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In Brief This Page: ‘From the Principal’ Pages 3: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’ Pages 4: From Rev Fr Kevin Dillon Page 5: ‘Term 2 Assembly’ Photos Page 6: Faith Matters Page 7: Saint Ignatius are GISSA Athletics Champions Page 8: Year 8 ‘Club Italia’ Excursion Page 9: Netball News Page 10: Health and Nutrition BioLAB visit Page 11: Canteen Roster and PFA Page 12: Entertainment Guide Form Page 13: Lawn Bowls with Year 10 Health and P.E.. Page 14: Golf Team shines at Victorian Championships Page 15: The Sayembara Lisan Page16: Combined Band Workshop Day Page 17: From Michael Timms Page 18: ‘Lunchtime Music’ Photos Page 19: Year 9 and 10 Core Exams Page 20: Year 10 Curriculum Review Page 21: Snap Shot Competition Page 22: Modelling Lifelong Learning Page 23 and 24: Elite Young Sports Women and Men Page 24: ACE Program Workshop 2 Page 25 and 261: “How to move your child from worrier to warrior” by Michael Grose Page 29 and 31: Community Notice Board Page 32: College Calender

This policy provides a foundational statement that commits our College community to the safety and wellbeing of all students. Over the next few months, we will continue to work on meeting the rest of the requirements.

College Assembly As you are aware, we gathered as a whole school in the gym for the term two assembly last Friday. Two features of this assembly were encouragement of student progress for the remainder of the semester and acknowledgement of achievement to date. There was also the opportunity for the College Student Leaders to report on progress in their portfolio area and promote upcoming opportunities. At Saint Ignatius College we encourage our students to strive for continual improvement in a range of areas and use their gifts and talents to become women and men for others. One of the many ways we encourage students to strive to do and be better is through the ‘Loyola awards and colours’ program. This program further recognises and celebrates students endeavouring to be better for themselves and others. The Loyola Outstanding Student Achievement Awards acknowledge and reward outstanding effort and achievement in four areas: l l l l

Academic Excellence Excellence in Sport Cultural Endeavour Community Service

For each category, there are clear criteria for student nomination. These are listed in the Student Planner. Further to this, students can also achieve ‘colours’; that reflect a special recognition of outstanding achievement over a sustained period. l Bronze 5 Loyola Awards in any category l Silver 7 Loyola Awards involving at least three categories

Loyola Awards and colours complement the school report and Mosaic Awards Evening. They indicate the student’s positive qualities to a future employer and therefore will be of real value to them. The award winners are as follows. I congratulate them and I encourage all students to strive for an award or awards in future. Bronze Awards: William Kilpatrick Lucy Carpenter Milly Stannard Madeleine Crothers Riley Coghlan Ruby Mangelsdorf Tilda Sturman Emily Gordon Abigail Valentine Rawlins Natalia Wilcox Jack Dumaresq Ella Mannix Sophie Dinneen Alexander Henry Madison Smith Rachel Deane Teggelove Keira Ford Georgia McFarlane

Ryan McNolty Riley Taylor Mackinley Collins Zali Havelberg Max Kos Thomas McKenzie Holly Milsome Madeline Searle Lucy Simmons Benjamin Smith Meghan Carr Lachlan Prestipino Thomas Harmathy Jacob Cuthill Jonathan Grbac Sabastian Bouma Wilson Kingsbury Niamh Schwaiger

Silver Awards: Claudia Britt Catherine Nitz Alexander Henry Vittorio Truglio Holly Milsome Madeline Searle Benjamin Smith

Claudia Beattie Taylah Frew Nicola Gordon Martina Gulino Zoe Summerfield Chelsea Skuza

Gold Awards: Claudia Britt Kelsey Notting Claudia Beattie Martina Gulino The assembly also provided the opportunity to acknowledge many student achievements across a range of areas and for us to enjoy listening to music performances from the College Orchestra and Senior Choir.

l Gold 10 Loyola Awards covering three categories

Thank you to the parents who were able to be present at the assembly. Your support is appreciated.

These higher awards are acknowledged with a colour pinned on the lapel of the College blazer.

The next full school assembly will be on Tuesday 26th July 2016 (9:00 am - 10:30 am) on the day we celebrate our Feast Day. ....continued on Page 3

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The traditional celebration is held on the 31st July and because this falls on a Sunday, we have chosen the most suitable weekday in the previous week. Parents are welcome to attend this assembly. Please report to the school office before 8:50 am.

2015 Annual Report to the School Community As part of the funding agreement between the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria (CECV) and the Australian Government, schools are required to report on particular categories of School Performance Information. This information is supplied to the school community in some ways that include (but not limited to): fortnightly newsletter; an annual report; annual school magazine “Magis” and our website. I am pleased to inform you that the Saint Ignatius College Geelong 2015 Annual Report to the School Community is now available on the College Website www.ignatius.vic.edu.au and a copy is also available upon request at the College Office. The report covers three key areas: l l l

Professional Engagement; Key Student Outcomes; and Financial Performance.

Bishop Long appointed Bishop of Parramatta I congratulate Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv on his appointment as Bishop of Parramatta. Bishop Long has served the Archdiocese of Melbourne as Auxiliary Bishop in the Western Region. His service has included undertaking some specific leadership roles: Chair of the Catholic Education Commission of Victoria Ltd (CECV), Episcopal Vicar for both Justice and Social Services and Migrants and Refugees. In his notification bulletin, the director of the CECV, Mr. Steven Elder, acknowledged Bishop Long’s service to “the Catholic education community and the wider Catholic community with humility, compassion and clearsightedness, and he has been a voice for the outcast and the marginalised.” On behalf of our College community, I thank Bishop Long for his service and our best wishes for his new role in Parramatta.

National Reconciliation Week

Some important dates

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2016 occurs between two significant dates in recent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, Friday 27 May (commemorating the 1967 Referendum) and Friday 3 June (marking the 1992 Mabo Decision).

A reminder that Monday 13th June is the Queen’s Birthday holiday and the school will be closed on this day.

Delsie Lillyst (Education Officer, Learning Diversity, Catholic Education Melbourne) writes that “National Reconciliation Week is about celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s histories, cultures, journeys and stories and sharing that rich and vibrant heritage with other Australians.

The last day of this term will be Friday 24th June 2016.

It is an opportunity to remember, reflect, acknowledge, accept, forgive, heal and celebrate stories and journeys. It is more than building bridges; it is about talking and listening to each other, making clear challenges and understandings and how to get to common ground – together. Catholic schools, as part of the Church, share a mission to transform the world into God’s kingdom on earth. We are called to form relationships that honour the dignity of each person and to be active in working for justice in our communities and in society. This is especially clear in this Holy Year of Mercy, when Pope Francis calls us to open our hearts and eyes to ‘the misery of the world, the wounds of our brothers and sisters who are denied their dignity, and let us recognise that we are compelled to heed their cry for help!’ (Misericordiae Vultus, n. 15).”

Friday 17th June 2016 will be a ‘Student free day’ for a Correction/Report writing day for Teachers.

Students will be dismissed at 2:20 pm. This earlier finish is in line with the finishing time of most other secondary schools in the region and as a result of the adjusted bus departure times for the school bus network. The first day of classes for next term will be Monday 11th July 2016. Our pattern over recent years has been to take the first day of Term 3 as a Staff Inservice Day. This year we have decided that this day will be on the Friday of the first week. So, students will not be required at school on Friday 15th July 2016. This change has been made to balance the number of weekdays affected by interruptions to the teaching and learning program. Best wishes,

Michael Exton Principal

Similarly to other schools, we have embraced the reconciliation journey and will be marking this week in a special way. Next week, on Tuesday 31st May we will conduct our annual “Sorry Day” assembly on the basketball courts (weather permitting.) Parents are most welcome to attend this half-hour ceremony that will commence at 12:15 pm. Please report to the school office before 12:10 pm if you can attend.

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From Fr Kevin Dillon In recent years, it has become increasingly common for Funeral Mas or Service to include a “PowerPoint” slide show, providing a pictorial biography of the person for whom the Funeral is being held. Wedding photos are often included, some of which go back more than seven decades. And St. Mary’s Church (as it was then, and now, of course, is our Basilica) has often clearly been the church at which the Wedding was celebrated. Of course, our beautiful church has been the venue for Weddings (and Funerals, and Baptisms, and Sunday Masses etc. etc.) since 1872 - that’s one hundred and forty four years! The Parishioners of past generations have built it, and over the years have restored, repaired and maintained it. That’s why we today can enjoy the privilege of having one of Australia’s most beautiful buildings as our “parish church” - to use whenever we want. But what about the next generation, and the next? Will they have a beautiful Basilica as we do, or will they have an unkempt, decaying building that has been neglected by previous generations who haven’t bothered to look after what they have inherited.

There are innumerable examples of how deterioration can happen, and has happened, with private homes, so it can happen quite readily to churches. Even our Basilica. Of course, the life of a parish isn’t just about buildings. It’s about people. And St. Mary’s has great people and great community services as well as wonderful buildings. Hospital ministry, the Pantry, our partner parish in Viqueque, the theatre, our schools - they’re all part of our parish life now, and they are all thriving in how much they contribute. But just like the Basilica and our other buildings, these services need to be carefully and lovingly maintained. So over the next few weeks, all parishioners (including those who use the church only rarely, and those who are part of our school communities, and those who utilise our many community facilities) , yes ALL parishioners will be asked to contribute “something” to ensure that we all “do our bit” for the future.

We haven’t had a “Thanksgiving Program”, which seeks a pledged financial commitment from parishioners, since 2004!! They are meant to be held every 3 years, so we have “missed” 2007, 2010 and 2013! We’ll explain more - by letter, brochure, and at Mass - over coming weeks. And we’ll be trying to ensure the St. Mary’s Parish of today will hand on to the future something of the considerable gifts which have been handed over to us from the past. A little extra effort from a lot of extra people can, and will, make an extra big difference.

Fr Kevin Dillon, Geelong Deanery Coordinator and Association of Canonical Administrator President OAM

And we need to do that in grateful recognition of what has been handed on to us by the generation(s) who have gone before us.

Marrma’ Rom Two Worlds Foundation presents… Yirrmal: Songlines and stories Date:

Thursday 9th June 2016 at 6.30pm

Venue: St. Joseph’s College Performing Art Centre 135 Aphrasia St, Newtown Tickets: Family (2 adults and kids) $40 Adult: $15 Secondary Student: $10 Primary Student: Free Book: http://www.mrf2worldsgeelong.org.au/presenting-yirrmal-songlines-and-stories/#book-now Yirrmal is an aspiring songwriter and guitarist with a powerful voice, singing songs in language about life and culture. Yirrmal openly shares his identity, spirit and connection to the land and engages the hearts of those that are lucky enough to hear him. Join Yirrmal in a night of conversation and song as he shares his strong, traditional Yolngu culture and the stories behind his songs. Young Blood, the title of his debut EP, is a song co-written after a conversation he had with Archie Roach. Yirrmal, the ‘Young Blood’ of the next generation, is carrying a message, sharing a culture and walking in two worlds. Come along for an exquisite night of entertainment, the chance to purchase some unique Yolngu bark paintings and an opportunity to introduce your family and friends to this amazing young Indigenous man. By coming along you will be supporting the Marrma’ Rom Two Worlds Foundation with several projects in 2016 that include the release of Yirrmal’s debut EP. Join the Marrma’ Rom Two Worlds Foundation Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Marrma-Rom-Foundation-198506100190499/

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Term 2 Assembly 2016 Photos

Photography by David Alexander

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Faith Matters Miss Universe In 2015 Miss Universe, Nia Sanchez, was asked what she would say to “global terrorists” if she were given thirty seconds with one. She responded, “I would say, that, you know, as Miss USA, I can only say I’d spread a message of hope and love and peace,” she replied. “And so I would do my very best to spread that message to them and everyone else in the world.”

Prayer for Peace Most gracious God and Father, in whose will is our peace: turn our hearts and the hearts of all to yourself, that by the power of your Spirit the peace which is founded on righteousness may be established throughout the whole world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

I admire her perspective. If humanity could speak a common language of “hope, love and peace”, surely we would be in a world similar to what we understand heaven to be. Of course Miss Universe is not the only voice calling for dialogue and harmony. Religions throughout history have generally advocated tolerance and dialogue to achieve a united commitment to peace from all people. After all 85% of the world’s population currently follow a religious tradition. If six billion people were to spread this message and seek tolerance and acceptance, there would be only a very small number of people who would engage in hate and violence. Over the weekend two very important religious leaders came together at the Vatican. They were the Grand Imam of al-Azhar University in Cairo, who is the highest cleric in Islam (Sunni), and Pope Francis. This was the second time in history the Pope and the Grand Imam have met; the last occurrence was when St Pope John Paul II met the Grand Imam in 2000. After meeting the Pope, the Grand Imam was interviewed by Vatican Radio. He was asked the following question “What are the duties of the great religious authorities and religious leaders in today’s world?”. His response was: “These responsibilities are heavy and grave at the same time, because we are aware, as we said also to His Holiness, that all the philosophies and modern social ideologies that have taken the lead of humanity, far from religion and far from heaven, have failed to make man happy or to take him far from wars and bloodshed.

Man without religion constitutes a danger to his fellow man, and I believe that people now, in the twenty-first century, have started to look around and to seek out wise guides to lead them in the right direction. And all this has led us to this meeting and this discussion, and to the agreement to begin to take a step in the right direction. In summary, I would like to conclude on this matter by saying that we must not blame religions because of the deviations of some of their followers, because in every religion there exists a deviant faction that raises the flag of religion to kill in its name.” Maybe we should reflect on what Miss Universe and the Grand Imam have offered. And as we cannot hope to change anyone, let alone the inherent nature of human kind, we need to look inwardly if we are to see change in the world. As Cain and Able could not love one another as they should, we are often at odds with those around us. We can reach out and make peace with those in our lives but to begin long term sustainable change we need to make peace with ourselves and our God. I encourage you to consider the following form the great book of Wisdom, found in the Old Testament, that is Proverbs. “When a persons ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.” Proverbs 16:7 Simply if we do what is pleasing to God, He will work in the hearts of our ‘enemies’. The reality of this sage wisdom is that if we do what is pleasing to God, what we exhibit to the world is hope, love and peace. Ironically this is the same message that Jesus offers us through the Gospel. I don’t know what religion Miss Universe follows, if any, but I do know she is on to something good. I pray that you will focus on doing what is right in the eyes of God today. He will do the rest! Yours in Christ, Brendan Nicholls Liturgy Coordinator

I believe that the moment has arrived for the representatives of the Divine Religions to participate strongly and in a concrete way to give humanity a new direction, towards mercy and peace, so that humanity can avoid the great crisis we are suffering now.

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Saint Ignatius are GISSA Athletics Champions On Wednesday 4th May, Saint Ignatius College won the Geelong Independent Secondary Schools Association (GISSA) Athletics for the first time in the seventeen year history of the competition. There were high fives, pats on the back and massive cheers! Having our House Athletics Carnival towards the end of Term Three is not ideal when it comes to choosing a GISSA Athletics team, but perhaps it is. On Wednesday 4th May, just on ninetyfive students boarded two buses at 9.00am en route to Landy Field for the annual GISSA Athletics Carnival against Christian College Highton, Kardinia International College, Covenant College, Geelong Baptist College and Geelong Lutheran College. Little did the team know that in around five hours time and 130 events later the team would be crowned GISSA Champions for the first time in the 17 years that the competition has been running. “Finalising the team was like putting together a 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle that required careful analyzing of PE fitness testing results, cross country results, past House carnival results and previous GISSA athletics results. On paper the ‘puzzle’ was complete and looked impressive.” “Leading into the competition day there was competition amongst a number of students wanting to join the team so I guess that strengthened the team before we even started competing.”

A special mention needs to go out to the athletes who filled gaps in a small handful of events that the team had. Without those ‘gaps’ being filled the team would not have done as well as they did. The day started brilliantly for Saint Ignatius in the middle distance events (1500m and 800m). The team collected fourteen placings (1st,2nd or 3rd) out of a possible sixteen 1500m/800m events. A credit to the coaching of Mr Darren Revire who trains our cross country and middle distance every Tuesday and Thursday at lunch times. Our senior boys’ team (16 years & open) won their respective division, which was just reward to those that remained committed to competing in this event for a number of years. The emotions of winning such a ‘big’ thing were felt across all team members and the support staff, when ‘Saint Ignatius’ was announced as eventual winners. I would like to personally congratulate every student who got on that bus that Wednesday morning and competed. It was a collective effort that created this piece of sporting history in our college. Andrew Philp Sports Coordinator

First Place Athletes: Lucy Moate 16 Years - Long Jump (4.16m) Ruby Cordner Open- High Jump (1.45m) Will Kilpatrick 14 Years - 1500m (4:46.16 Record) Rodrigo Blyth 15 Years - 1500m Lauren Board Open - 1500m (5:33.10 Record) Bohdie Williams 13 Years - High Jump (1.40m) Thomas Ritchie 15 Years - Shot Put (10.55m Record) Aaron Tormey Open - Long Jump (5.51m) Skye Magelsdorf 13 Years - 800m (2:53.61) Billy Collins 13 Years - 800m (2:33.36) Mikayla Michels 14 Years - 800m (2:39.80) Jack Preece 14 Years - 800m (2:33.54) Olivia Hewitt 16 Years - 800m (2:45.24) Benjamin Mannix Open - 800m (2:20.76) Brock Wells 16 Years - Shot Put (14.37m) Lily Woodward 14 Years - 100m Div ‘A’ Jaimie Crombie 16 Years - 100m Div ‘B’ Coco Fraser 16 Years - 100m Div ‘C’ Brock Wells 16 Years - 100m Div ‘C’ Gregory Lewis Open - 100m Div ‘D’ Ella Skuza 13 Years - Triple Jump (9.40m Record) Benjamin Smith Open - Shot Put (10.26m) Lily Woodward 14 Years - 400m (1:07.99) William Kilpatrick 14 Years - 400m (1:00.89) Jaimie Crombie 16 Years - 400m (1:07.77) Benjamin Smith Open - 400m (54.04) Heidi Bakker 14 Years - Triple Jump (8.76m Record) Peter Kilpatrick 16 Years - High Jump (1.70m) Benjamin Smith Open - Discus (24.50m)

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Year 8 ‘Club Italia’ Excursion On Thursday the 5th of May 2016 the Year 8 Italian students went to Club Italia and actively participated in various activities under the guidance of the Club Italia members. The lively and bubbly volunteers of the Club have taught our students the traditional bocce technique and rules which have been finely applied by our students with great fun during the game. After the bocce competition it was time for cooking and master chef Carmela involved the students in the process of making pizza, gnocchi and Italian sweets. The activities also have given the opportunity for our students to have conversations in Italian and listen to some life stories from the Club Italia members. This year we also wanted to introduce something different than the Italian Cinema activity which in deed has been replaced with the new and exciting ballroom dance session!!! The related pictures will be the best description of it… Congratulations to all of the students for having shown excellent manners, great team work during the activities and the courage of showing off amazing dancing steps...! Francesco Melli Languages (Italian) What some of the students thought: Jeremy S: ‘I have loved the dancing! In the beginning I thought it could have been embarrassing, but actually it was really fun!’

Matilda C:

Emma Z:

‘The food was so good!’

‘Baking and making sweets have been my favourite!”

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Netball News On Monday 9th May, Saint Ignatius College entered two Year 9 & 10 netball teams and one Year 11 & 12 netball team in the GISSA netball competition that was held at the Geelong Basketball Netball Centre, South Geelong The girls unveiled the new Aline dresses so it was very exciting to see them looking good in their new uniform. The Saint Ignatius girls proudly represented the College, with the Year 11 & 12 team and the Year 9 & 10 (B) winning their respective divisions and the Year 9 & 10 (A) team came 2nd in their division. The Year 11 & 12 team (coached by Ms Shaw) played a number of games throughout the day and they were able to rotate the girls well. Clare Smith was named the most valuable player for her team.

The Year 9 & 10 (B) team (coached by Bek Spencer) also played a number of games throughout the day. All girls combined well to win the grand final against some tough opposition. Maddie Crothers was named the most valuable player for her team. Throughout the day, all the girls produced some wonderful netball and they should be very proud of their achievements. I would like to thank the parents for coming along and supporting the girls too - your support is also appreciated. Currently, our Year 7 & 8 netballers are playing in their GISSA competition on a Wednesday at the Geelong Basketball Netball Centre, South Geelong. And we are also in the process of selecting the boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teams that we will take to Melbourne in August.

Most valuable players: Clare Smith, Maddie Crothers and Molly Cross.

Ms Stacey Learmonth Netball Coordinator

The Year 9 & 10 (A) team (coached by Ms Learmonth) only played two games before the grand final and they narrowly lost by four goals. Molly Cross was named the most valuable player for her team.

Year 9 & 10 (A) team Year 11 & 12 netball team

Year 9 & 10 (B) team

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Health and Nutrition BioLAB visit On the 28th of April the two Year 10 Health and Nutrition classes went to the BioLAB at Belmont high school to participate in a Meet the Athlete session with Australian Diamonds Netballer Madi Robinson along with some sports scientists We started the session by being put through a brain stimulating activity to test our reaction time and then we participated in 10 minutes of exercise before conducting the same test again.

As it turns out coconut water is more hydrating than popular sports drinks! We also received informal advice from Madi about her training and what a star athlete like her does on a day to day basis to stay at her peak. Overall the excursion to the BioLAB was both fun and informative and gave us an insight into the life of an elite sports performer. We hope future students in this subject enjoy it as much as we did. Adapted from a report by Hannah Power and Chloe Davis

We were surprised to find that our reaction time improved significantly after such a short amount of exercise! We also did lots of hands on lab testing in our session where we investigated several areas of nutritional sports science. These included examining the importance of being hydrated for physical activity, assessing glucose levels and checking how they are affected by certain foods we consume, and finally identifying which drinks are more beneficial before and after a game depending on the amount of electrolytes in the drinks.

Performing Arts Department Term 2 Calendar of Upcoming Events Week 7 l Thursday 26th May Years 9 and 10 Dance and Drama Night 7:00pm Potato Shed Theatre

l Thursday 9th and Friday 10th June Year 12 VCE Unit 3 Theatre Studies Performance â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The importance of being Ernestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 7:30pm Potato Shed Theatre

l Saturday 28th May BFL Indigenous Round Opening Ceremony Members of Saint Ignatius College Choir 2:00pm Drysdale Recreation Reserve

l Tuesday 14th June Year 12 VCE Unit 3 Music Performance Soiree 7:00pm Potato Shed Theatre

Week 9 l Monday 6th June Year 7 Instrumental Music Concert 5:30pm and 7pm Potato Shed Theatre

Week 10

l Thursday 16th June Matilda Performance 7:30pm Princess Theatre Melbourne

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Parents and Friends’ Association:

Canteen Roster Starting 30th May Monday 30th A. Brown, M. Payne, M. Paterson, A. Cassels-Rantall Tuesday 31st L. Tigani, L. Vella, B. Downey, V. Durbidge, A. Rose Wednesday 1st June V. McKee, J. Cinel, K. Carroll, N. Elliot, Needed Thursday 2nd T. Mifsud, S. Jenkins, M. White, Needed, Needed Friday 3rd D. Kennedy, K. Seear, L. Quinlivan, M. Sideris, N. Woodfine Starting 6th June Monday 6th I. Bauer, C. Smith, A. Cassels-Rantall, V. Dywer Tuesday 7th C. Duncan, C. Carey, T. Nicolls, K. Walker, Needed Wednesday 8th C. Ford, S. Schwaiger, T. Nicolls, Needed, Needed Thursday 9th M. Gill, R. Vallelonga, M. White, T. Mifsud, L. Eastwood Friday 10th S. Hammond, M. Sideris, Needed, Needed If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.

Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050258

What’s on in Term 2

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

Bus shopping Trip

When: Sunday 13th November Cost: $50 including BYO lunch Expression Of Interest: sicgpandf@ignatius.vic.edu.au Deposit $25: By June 22nd

Fundraising

The NEW Entertainment Books are available to purchase and $12 from each membership sold supports the fundraiser for the Saint Ignatius Memorial Garden project. Feel free to go to the link provided which will show you what’s in the new book https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/11317f0 You can purchase your new book or digital app on our payment page http://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/flickbook/geelong - All books can be collected at the school office and you’re welcome to pay cash at the office as well. We thank you for your support for this project.

An exciting opportunity to join our sociable and dynamic team: Communications Officer We are in need of a person with a little spare time to take on the newly formed position of Communications Officer. This person will monitor the PFA email account, handling all incoming and outgoing correspondence and promotion. No remuneration but a laptop is supplied! A report listing correspondence in and out is required for the monthly meeting, attendance is welcomed but not required.

Uniform Shop Coordinator Tasks can be split if a joint position or undertaken solely - while still having the support of the Parent’s and Friends’ Association. Uniform Shop is under the PFA umbrella, but attendance at meetings is not required, but always welcomed. Shop opens Monday afternoons, but is structured so that a great volunteer base is rostered to cover afternoons, Co-ordinator does not have to be in attendance, but welcomed. l

Duties include: Responsible for Financial side of shop, including reimbursements to families (just paperwork side as College Accounts Dept. physically deal with $$) l Coordinating Volunteer Roster l Stock & Quality Control Oversee l Promotion via College Newsletter l Reporting to PFA: either verbally, personally or via written reports l Keep all forms; procedures and protocols current (laptop provided) Position available now. Handover period available under the current Co-ordinator, Sharon, who will be finishing up at the College this year. If you could help us out please contact Jo Britt at sicgpandf@ignatius.vic.edu.au or 0400826715

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Lawn Bowls with Year 10 Health and P.E. Our Year 10 students as part of the Health and Physical Education program have just completed a fun unit of Lawn Bowls thanks to the great assistance offered by the volunteers at the Clifton Springs Bowling club. Bowls is taught as one of the many lifestyle activities offered in Year 10 Health and Physical Education. Term one involved golf, next term will include an aquatics unit and in term four students will be involved in a surfing program. Students are thoroughly enjoying these experiences and are showing a real willingness to learn new skills.

Parents and Friends’ Association Secondhand Uniform Shop

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

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Golf Team shines at Victorian Championships The Victorian School Teams Championship is played annually at The Metropolitan Golf Club. It is a school teams event played over 18 holes Stableford, with the best 2 out of 3 scores counting towards the teams aggregate. Saint Ignatius entered two teams in this year’s competition. Team 1 (Div. A) Max Edmanson (H’cap 7) Lauren McCleland (H’cap 26) Lachlan Bassett (H’cap 4) Team 2 (Div. B) Robert Burza (H’cap 11) James Daglas (H’cap 5) Matthew McFarlane (H’cap 18) Grace Campagnolo (H’cap 15) The team departed on the evening of Thursday 5th May and spent the night in a motel only a few minutes from the sand belt golf course capital of Australia.

From Left to Right: Lachlan Bassett, Matthew McFarlane, Max Edmanson, Lauren McCleland, Robert Burza, James Daglas, Grace Campagnolo Lachine Bassett putting on the 14th Green

The Metropolitan Golf Club, one of Melbourne’s renowned ‘Sandbelt’ courses and widely regarded as one of the finest championship courses in Australia, is located approximately 20 minutes from Melbourne Metropolitan and enjoys a reputation as one of the best-conditioned and most beautiful courses in the country. Pure couch grass fairways with large, fast bent-grass greens that are hand-mown to the edges of the greenside bunkers add greatly to the challenge of the course. It was certainly a challenging day for all golfers. Saint Ignatius Div. A team finished 15th with the best score being Max Edmanson’s 28 points.

Matthew McFarlane in Action

James Daglas in Action

The Saint Ignatius Div. B team faired much better finishing a credible 5th place with Lauren McCleland’s 32 points proving that she is one to watch in future years. There is certainly some serious talent amongst our golfers and the school will continue to support these students in future competitions. Andrew Philp Sports Coordinator

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The Sayembara Lisan (Speaking Competition)

The Sayembara Lisan 2016 crew: Josh Arumets, Leah Bensted, Sab Bouma, Jack Brassington, Claudia Britt, Lucy Carpenter, Riley Coghlan, Mackinley Collins, Madeleine Crothers, Elliot Crowther, Maeve Dungey, Crawley Dylan, Kelly Evans, Keira Ford, Lachlan Ford, Nicky Foster, Jade Gillett, Jonty Grbac, Tex Hallam, Georgia Hammond, Jacquelin Hardcastle, Isabella Harry, Jasmine Hay, Chloe Hayes, Kaidyn Henry, Emily Henry, Alex Henry, Lucy Irving, Emily Jones, Brent Keast, Georgia Kerr-Nelson, Isabel Kincaid, Hannah Lace, Gregory Lewis, Claire Lowe, Debra Lu, Ruby Mangelsdorf, Kasey Markovic, Georgia McFarlane, Jaimie McKee, Charlotte McKenzie, Mikayla Michaels, Zoe Moon, Darby O’Meara, Andrew Power, Dominic Randall, Hannah Scott, Lachlan Scott, Nickolas Sideris, Erin Skene, Ellie Small, Tom Smith, Alicia Sutton, Maggie Van Bakkum, Georgia Webb, Tahlia Webb, Natalia Wilcox and Belinda Zappa

Every year, the Victorian Indonesian Language Teachers’ Association (VILTA) runs a Sayembara Lisan (Speaking Competition) giving primary and secondary school learners of Indonesian the opportunity to test their skills against students from other schools. This year, 58 students from Years 8, 9, 10 and 11 represented the College at Christian College, competing against students from ten other regional schools. This was the first time Year 8 have represented the College, and they and other first-timers joined seasoned veterans, to engage in a general conversation with assessors, present a prepared speech, and answer unrehearsed questions on that speech. Everyone involved should be congratulated on the excellent effort they put in - the standard was very high and competition was fierce. In a field heavily dominated by students from Christian College, the following students qualified highest in their level,

The Sayembara Lisan experience was so much fun and would highly recommend this activity to others. Tom Smith

making them eligible to represent the Geelong region at the State Finals of the Sayembara Lisan at the University of Melbourne on Saturday 11 June: Tom Smith, Emily Henry, and Hannah Scott (Year 8); Belinda Zappia, Mikayla Michels, Tex Hallam, and Isabella Harry (Year 9); Chloe Hayes, Alex Henry, Dominic Randall, and Leah Bensted (Year 10); and Jayde Gillett (Year 11).

Thank you to all of the Bu’s who prepared us for the event. The time that spent revising with us calming our nerves so that when the unrehearsed questions came along we wouldn’t have a nervous breakdown. This event is truly one of the best experiences any Indo student could ask for. Lachlan Scott

Congratulations to all our competitors and winners and we wish them all the best in both their language learning and in the next phase of the competition! It was a really good challenge on your Indonesian skills, ‘public’ speaking skills and nerve control Isabella Harry It is a great experience, whether you do well or not, I strongly recommend it for everyone to try. Jayde Gillet It was a very good experience, as it helped me improve my confidence when speaking in another language. It also reinforced the skills, words and pronunciation that I’ve been taught while learning Indonesian. Jack Brassington

The Sayembara Lisan was a great experience for me to test my Indonesian speaking skills in preparation for the oral exam! It was definitely a worthwhile experience! Georgia Hammond Sayembara is a great experience for all language learning students, its a friendly competition that encourages us to challenge ourselves and meet new people. Tahlia Webb Ms Julia Hall Learning Area Leader - Languages

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Combined Band Workshop Day The Senior Orchestra was a part of a highly impressive performance at Covenant College on Thursday 19th May for the annual Combined Band Workshop Day. This is an annual event that is held with four other schools from the region: St Josephs College, Covenant College, Belmont High School and Kardinia International School. Students worked with the famous conductor, Mr Ken Waterworth for the afternoon before having dinner and then performing to a large and welcoming audience. Each school performed individual pieces before the combined band of 200 students presented the finale with two pieces, Arabian Dances and Shenanigans. It was a wonderful opportunity for students experience being part of a very large band that had a great breadth of instruments and talents. Ms Cailtin Doble Year 7 Classroom/Instrumental Music Teacher ‘Going to the combined Band Day at Covenant College was such a great experience for me and all my peers in the School Orchestra. Playing with the other four schools on this day was great, it created such an educational environment for me to learn more about how to play together as a band. Playing with all these people in one big Concert Band was so much fun. I can’t wait for next year.’ Noah Gullan Year 8 Realino

Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund Applications Closing Date As previously advised, the Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund (CSEF) provides payments for eligible students to attend camps, sports and excursions. l The final day that schools can accept CSEF applications is 3 June 2016. l The amount payable is $225 for eligible secondary school students. The CSEF website www.education.vic.gov.au/csef includes the parent application form and other communication materials to assist schools in informing families about the program. l

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Critical Dates l The final day for schools to accept CSEF applications is Friday 3 June 2016. l The final day for applications to be processed by the state government is 24 June 2016. Families wishing to apply for the program should go to the CSEF website to download the parent application form.

Additional Information For more information about the CSEF program, visit: Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund or phone the CSEF Helpdesk on 1800 060 970.

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From Mr Michael Timms, Deputy Principal Last week we celebrated the second Full School Assembly for the year. The assembly was dedicated largely to student achievement and highlighted some of the outstanding accomplishments of students at Saint Ignatius College.

This term there has been a significant amount of programs across numerous year levels building on the mental health and overall student wellbeing.

Celebrating student achievement is an important aspect of the College’s Ignatian charism; “no commonplace achievement” was a phrase taken from St Ignatius Loyola who created heroic expectations amongst Jesuits and encouraged them all not to settle for mediocre results.

The Retreat aimed to further develop the spirituality of all students, but apart from this objective, this year it also focused on two additional aspects of student wellbeing, namely prevention of bullying as well as development of team building skills. The Retreat was very successful and each session continued to strengthen the overall wellbeing of the Year 8 students.

The assembly clearly demonstrated that Saint Ignatius College is achieving in all areas and students certainly do not settle for mediocre results. This was evident from a number of the presentations: l Nicola Gordon and Emily Krahe discussed the fantastic achievement of the current Year 12 VCAL cohort.

The students recently received the 2015 Geelong Youth Community Citizenship Award.

l The sensational efforts from the 2016 SICG Athletics Team. Mr Andrew Philp took over 100 students to Landy Field and for the first time in history won the GISSA Athletics Shield. l The large number of students who received Loyola Outstanding Student Achievement Awards.

This demonstrates a strong culture of students who really are striving in all aspects of the College.

The growth and development that occurs to young people on the World Challenge Experience was also demonstrated throughout the assembly. Three students who participated in the program in 2015, Jess Vella, Austin Wilcox and Aaron Tormey, clearly showed that student achievement could be measured in a number of ways. The students’ presentation epitomized the notion of servant leadership, as the community service aspect of the trip was spoken about with enthusiasm and adoration. It also demonstrated that the College is truly developing students of competence, conscience and compassion.

Year 8 Retreat The Year 8 cohort participated in their annual Retreat on the 28 and 29 April.

Year 7 Camp All Year 7 students participated in the year level camp at the YMCA centre in Anglesea during Week 2 of this term. Students participated in a number of initiatives and challenging activities, including: high ropes, vertical challenge, the big swing, canoeing and crate climbing. Students also received a presentation about developing the important values of competence, conscience and compassion from the College Principal, Michael Exton. Some senior student representatives from the College’s Student Leadership team also attended and this furthered the mentoring connection between the newest and oldest students in the school. It was fantastic to see such a range of students enjoying each other’s company, challenging themselves and working together in different groups.

Year 11 All Year 11 Students attended a performance by Brainstorm Productions titled WIRED. WIRED is an educational theatre performance that addresses student mental health issues including the physiology, chemical imbalances and the psychological aspects of mental illness.

Time & Space Bill Jennings facilitated the annual Time & Space program. This program is coordinated over two nights, one for Year 7 boys and their mothers/mentors and one for Year 8 girls and their mothers/ mentors. The evening is designed to build and foster important relationships between the students and their mothers/mentors. Both evenings were very successful and feedback received from the parents and students has been extremely positive. The perception of the College within the community can really be affected by how our students present themselves. Therefore, it is really important we continue the high level of expectations for our student uniform. A reminder as part of the winter uniform, all students have to wear their blazer as the outer garment to and from school, top button done up, shirt tucked in and tie up to the collar. If Parents/Carers could support the College in this area it would be much appreciated. Furthermore, it was discussed at a recent Parents and Friends’ Association meeting that the old sports uniform which consists of a parachute material jacket, straight wide leg tracksuit pants and a polo top with a knitted collar should not be worn by any student in Years 7 - 10 at the beginning 2017. The phase in period of the new sports uniform began three years ago. The exam period will begin next week with the Year 11’s, followed by the 9’s and 10’s the following week. I wish all the students the best in their exams and encourage them all to study hard and achieve at their highest possible level. Mr Michael Timms Deputy Principal [Students]

The performance showcased different supportive measures that can be utilised to assist students when dealing with mental illness.

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Lunchtime Music in the Gallery Photos By David Alexander

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Year 9 and 10 Core Exams The Semester core exams for students in Years 9 and 10 are fast approaching. Students in both levels will undertake these exams in their homerooms for three consecutive days commencing on Wednesday June 8th and concluding on Friday June 10th. The exam timetables for each level are provided for your reference and students will be reminded of exam protocols at upcoming level assemblies on Friday June 3rd. As the College interrupts the regular learning program to schedule these exams, it is expected that all students prepare adequately for these tests. While subject teachers lead revision sessions and provide specific guidance regarding exam preparation, it is important that students themselves set aside time to read over their notes, tackle practice questions and seek one-on-one clarification from their teachers as required in order to optimise their results. The exams form part of the combined assessment tasks at both levels and overall subject results will be affected by the failure to prepare adequately or persist during the exams themselves. Please be aware that the College does not provide any opportunity to complete exams outside the scheduled exam days. Therefore any student who is not present for an exam must provide a written note to the relevant year level coordinator as soon as they return to school. Depending on the reason provided for this absence, the coordinator will then determine whether the absence is to be deemed ‘approved’ or ‘unapproved’.

Year 9 Exam Week Timetable Semester One 2016 Periods 1 & 2

Periods 3 & 4

Periods 5 & 6

Health & P.E.

Exam study in homeroom groups

English

Thursday June 9th

Humanities

Exam study in homeroom groups

Mathematics

Friday June 10th

Religious Education

Exam study in homeroom groups

Science

Wednesday June 8th

Year 10 Exam Week Timetable Semester One 2016 Periods 1 & 2 Wednesday June 8th

English

Thursday June 9th

Science

Friday June 10th

Health & P.E.

Periods 3 & 4 Exam revision in Year 10 groups in normal maths rooms Exam revision in Year 10 homerooms

Exam revision in Year 10 homerooms

Periods 5 & 6 Mathematics

Religious Education

Humanities

Students who do not attend exams without an adequate explanation will risk being awarded a ‘0’ for such exams. If you already know your son or daughter will be absent during the exam period and have not yet formally made contact with Mr. Ben Collyer, Year 9 Level Coordinator, or Mr. Brendan O’Brien, Year 10 Coordinator, please do so by Monday June 6th.

Similarly, if you are concerned about your son or daughter’s ability to complete the exams at either level, please contact either Year Level Coordinator within the next week to discuss these concerns. Mrs. Annette Chidzey Deputy Principal [Learning and Teaching]

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Year 10 Curriculum Review The Year 10 Curriculum review is in its final stages and on Tuesday May 24th, the facilitator Mr. Ian Anderson presented a progress report to the Steering Committee, seeking feedback and input to further refine the outcomes related to the review.

Following the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Change 2 processâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as a model of investigation, they have consulted both formally and informally with students, teachers and parents over four consecutive terms to develop responses and recommendations that address the critical challenge.

The Steering Committee comprises students, teachers, parents and members of the College Executive and its function is to act as a sounding board to the Review team at pertinent stages in the consultative process.

Members of the Steering Committee comprise:

The Year 10 Review team consists of eight teachers drawn across all learning areas and the team leader is Mr. Chris Dainton. The team itself has been presented with a critical challenge from the College Executive linked to areas in the School Improvement Framework that target enhanced learning and teaching outcomes at Year 10 and beyond.

We look forward to the completion of this investigation in the coming weeks and thank all members of the College community who have provided input to this investigation since it first began. Mrs. Annette Chidzey Deputy Principal [Learning and Teaching]

Student representatives: Noah Hodgson, College Captain and Meg Evenden, Academic Captain Teacher representatives: Colleen Boland and Bruce Connor Parent representatives: Jenny Matthews and Callum Harper Executive members: Michael Exton and Annette Chidzey

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Modelling Lifelong Learning Teachers at Saint Ignatius are committed to lifelong learners and we invite you to share in their experiences of ongoing professional learning in their pursuit of best practice as educators who engage, challenge and care for your children. In Jesuit terminology, our community of both students and staff are supported to pursue the ‘Magis’: To do more, to be more. Teachers at Saint Ignatius College model lifelong learning by continuing to pursue knowledge and expertise in their fields, develop best practice, enhance their effectiveness as teachers and to grow themselves personally.

None of these presentations or publications has been for any pecuniary reward, but for the opportunity of sharing my learning with others.”

During 2014 and 2015 Head of Mathematics Karen Perkins was fortunate to be awarded a grant from Catholic Education Melbourne to study a Masters in Leadership (Numeracy) through Monash University. The second year of study involved a research project where she investigated what happened when challenging problems were used in middle school classrooms. Karen has since presented her observations to her fellow students completing the Masters in Leadership, a group of Principals from Victorian and interstate schools, and teachers at Saint Ignatius College. Her report has been published in the journal of the Mathematical Association of Victoria ‘Prime Number’ and is currently under consideration for publication through the Australian Association of Mathematics Teachers. She discusses the sharing of her findings, “ I have previously shared my teaching experiences at the Mathematical Association of Victoria’s annual conference and I plan on presenting once again in December this year.

She discusses her academic pursuits and interest in learning. “As a lifelong learner, I have taken many opportunities and constantly look to do my best, not for external reward but for the satisfaction of learning. In order to be a teacher I completed a Bachelor of Science and a Diploma in Education with a double Mathematics major. Whilst I was able to teach Mathematics with this qualification, in my first few years of teaching I undertook a Bachelor of Education with a Physic major. Later, as an experienced teacher I had the opportunity to complete a Graduate Diploma in Auslan and studies of the deaf community at La Trobe University. Whilst Auslan for me has never been used for more than on a volunteer basis or socially, the communication and language skills developed have been beneficial for my teaching and for life. In researching the deaf community and the struggles they face, I have developed a deeper understanding of what it is like for those who have hearing impairments or other challenges. It is my desire to instill a love of lifelong learning into my students not just learning to pass an exam or achieve a desirable ATAR score. Completion of Year 12 is the start of a new phase of the learning journey, not the end.”

Ms Karen Perkins

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Elite Young Sports Women and Men A number of students at Saint Ignatius College are currently competing at the elite level of their varied Sports and the stories of some of them are included below. Dominic Randall. (10 Morse) Sailing Dominic is a member of The Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) and sails in the international cadet class in the club competitions during the weekends during the season from September to May each year. Dominic trains twice a week after school sometimes with the Australian cadet class team coach Mr. Tony Bull who works with all the junior sailors at the club developing their skills both on and off the water such as theory lessons, tactics and boat handling. Dominic, as skipper, and his crew Elliot Hughes, a grade 5 student from Barwon Heads, came 1st in the recent season’s championship Blue Division comprising experienced young skippers. Elliot’s father Howard Hughes is a part time instructor at RGYC and wooden boat builder. www.sailinglessonsgeelong.com

Ella Purnell Year 8 also a RYGC sailor came 1st in Championship Red Division, as a first year skipper. 3rd in handicap, 1st in Single-handed race, and Maiden skipper award (Gordon Jackson Perpetual cup). Ella came 12th at the state championships held on the Labour Day weekend in Metung, she also won the best first place skipper, for a first year skipper award. Dominic and Elliot are off to Argentina this December to compete in 50th Cadet World Championship 2016, Club Náutico Albatros, Argentina. He explains that, “ I like sailing because it’s a way to forget about other aspects of life such as school for a short time and, although challenging at times, I like to be able to find a schoolwork/ sailing balance. I hope to become an architect in the future but would like a significant part of my life to be sailing which I enjoy so much

The next step for me will be in boat is to transition to a ‘29er boat’.” Oliver Scutt - US 29er Class Association President writes about 29er boats, “The 29er is a very modern and exciting skiff sailing boat with particular appeal to today’s youth. It is the most popular skiff design in the world but perhaps better known in Europe and Australasia than the US. The 29er breeds an infectious enthusiasm amongst those who sail it.” http://www.29ernorthamerican.org/ guidance/29erMythsRetortsFAQs.pdf At RYGC Dominic would like to be able to take advantage of opportunities that become available in the future to enjoy his sailing, develop his skills further and increase his experience. The College community wishes both Dominic, Elliot his crew and Ella well in their sailing endeavours and congratulates them on their fine achievements.

Ella Purnell

Dominic and crew Elliott also won the award for best performing RYGC boat in the cadet Nationals held at Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Sydney in the recent summer holidays while also enjoying the thrill of sailing on Sydney Harbour. Dominic and Elliott came first in the state championships at Metung in March. He also came 1st in the Cadet class at RYGC an award that embodies the spirit of cadet sailing-the best of fairest of sailing. Dominic Randall and Elliot Hughes

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Elite Young Sports Women and Men (cont) Continued from Page 23 Two girls from Year 8 Realino and the Saint Ignatius College Equestrian team Ella Berry and Edwina Lumsden talk about their horseriding passion. Their homeroom teacher, Marina Brown, also a keen Dressage rider, is the College Equestrian Coach and organiser of the interschool competition Equestrian events and she actively supports and encourages the team to do their best. “As I know from my own experience as a rider, the Equestrian sport is one which requires a lot of drive, persistence and infinite hours of practice and refinement. At such a young age, the level of accomplishment that these young riders have already achieved at both a local, state and national level is outstanding. All of the students who ride in the Saint Ignatius team have displayed such commendable dedication to the sport, evident through the level of proficiency they consistently display both out in the wider equestrian community and throughout the interschool events. The students are all genuinely proud of their team and this is evident in the way they encourage and support each other at team events and competitions. I look forward to further supporting these students as they continue to excel in their sport and await with pleasure to follow their riding journey after they finish school”.

Ella Berry on her horse Baringa Maggie (Lizzy)

Edwina enjoys riding and is from another family of passionate horse riders as her mother and sister both ride as well. “Horse-riding is hard work but can be made easier especially if you know your horse. Edwina likes to compete in Dressage and Showing Events and trains as often as possible She has competed in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Canberra and Tasmania. Edwina’s riding coach is Mary Hanna - Olympic Dressage rider who is currently based in Europe preparing for the Rio Olympic Games.

Great friends Ella and Edwina have a joint dream to compete in the Olympic Games one day and hope to train and prepare themselves in Germany which they say “is the home of the best horses in the world”. We congratulate the girls and wish them great success as they develop their expertise and “reach for their stars” while developing tenacity, resilience and enjoying the journey along the way. Mrs. Claire Hewitt Development Manager

Edwina Lumsden on Double TT Debonair (Ollie) photo courtesy of Derek O’Leary

Ella loves to ride and finds it is exhilarating and gives her a sense of freedom. She explains that, “ My mother rode horses a lot and I have always loved riding too.” She rides at home and in competitions representing the College and for the Drysdale/Leopold Pony club at Werribbee and Ballarat and other Victorian venues. “ I compete in Dressage, Eventing, Show Jumping and Combined training. You have to be very strong and you use every muscle in your body to ride horses. I like to compete, have developed many friends and have developed goals. I try to ride 7 days a week” She hopes to compete internationally and train horses professionally in the future.

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Workshop 2 “Continue to Build” Thursday 2nd June 3:30 - 4:30pm in the ILC This Workshop includes the following key topics: Mental Health: the pressures of VCE Coping strategies and dealing with Academic stresses Study notes and note taking Revision techniques and exam preparation. Each workshop concludes with a group discussion led by the participants. Please see Mr. McLean or Mrs. Oliver to sign up for Workshop 2.

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 Mr. McLean or Mrs. Oliver for more details or bookings for the Workshops.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION FOR PARENTS Every Victorian child should have access to the world of learning opportunities that exist beyond the classroom. The Camps, Sports and Excursions Fund helps ensure that no student will miss out on the opportunity to join their classmates for important, educational and fun activities. It is part of making Victoria the Education State and the Government’s commitment to breaking the link between a student’s background and their outcomes. CAMPS, SPORTS & EXCURSIONS FUND (CSEF) School camps provide children with inspiring experiences in the great outdoors, excursions encourage a deeper understanding of how the world works and sports teach teamwork, discipline and leadership. All are part of a healthy curriculum. CSEF will be provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families to cover the costs of school trips, camps and sporting activities.

HOW TO APPLY Contact the school office to obtain a CSEF application form or download from www.education.vic.gov.au/csef

MORE INFORMATION For the CSEF application closing dates and more information about the fund visit www.education.vic.gov.au/csef

If you hold a valid means-tested concession card or are a temporary foster parent, you may be eligible for CSEF. A special consideration category also exists for asylum seeker and refugee families. The allowance is paid to the school to use towards expenses relating to camps, excursions or sporting activities for the benefit of your child. The annual CSEF amount per student is: • $125 for primary school students • $225 for secondary school students.

Eligibilty Date For concession card holders CSEF eligibility will be subject to the parent / legal guardian’s consession card being successfully validated with Centrelink on the first day of either term one (27 January 2016) or term two (11 April 2016).

Closing Date Parents are encouraged to lodge the application form by 29 February 2016, so that payments can be made from March 2016. However schools can accept parent applications up until 03 June 2016.

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INSIGHTS Building parent-school partnerships WORDS Michael Grose

How to move your child from

worrier to warrior

As a parent of a worrier, and also a natural

morning and won’t return home can seem

Your Child from Anxiety, and Washington

born worrier myself, I’m a collector of ideas

irrational to all-knowing adults but make

Post columnist Suzanne Nelson I learned

and strategies to better manage anxieties

perfect sense to them.

these ideas:

and worries. Fortunately, as a child my young worrier didn’t allow her anxieties to prevent her from participating in sporting,

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anxieties and worries. You know that being

feel less scary and more manageable. My

told not to overthink things or to stop

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worrying just won’t cut it. If you are the ‘It’ll

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be right. Don’t overthink it’ type then you

worrying about how little everyday things

Hazel Edwards personifies fear of the dark

may be scratching your head wondering

as a friendly hippo. Much more friendly and

what all the fuss is about. There’s no

easier to boss around if you’re a child.

learning, social or leisure activities inside or outside school.

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doubt that worriers need careful, sensitive handling by families and teachers alike. Your concern and understanding is one thing but they also need some practical tools and ideas to help them cope now and build strength so they can minimise the impact of worries in the future.

to take her home! ‘Being prepared for

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every contingency’ was one of her main

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strategies to help alleviate her worries.

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some paper and lock them away in a jar by

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least get the worry bug under control.

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get out because they are locked up tight.

Many children worry about seemingly little things that they have no control over. Whether it’s worrying about the house catching on fire; monsters or spiders

author of Everyday Jitters, Mary Sheedy

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Kurcinka author of Raising Your Spirited

that their parents will go to work in the

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