Newsletter Edition 9, June 15th 2017
From the Principal Welcome! Student Performing Arts involvement One of the key purposes of an Ignatian education is to develop better human persons.
Coming Events June 2017 Fri 16th Year 9, 10 and Unit 1 VCE Exams Conclude Mon 19th Unit 2 and Unit 4 VCE Classes Commence Tues 20th Year 10 Music Performance Potato Shed Thurs 22nd Year 12 Winter Formal Fri 23rd Student Free Day A more detailed calendar is on the last page.
The Arts have a significant place in such an education. As well as developing students’ creativity, collaboration and communication skills, active engagement with the Arts help us to explore our humanity. Involvement in the Arts underpins what it means to be a human and helps develop those virtues that we want to be characteristic of our young people qualities that will inspire, orient and enable them to be women and men for others. This engagement encourages students to find their own voice, develop their confidence as well as enhance their learning. Student involvement in the Arts provides an avenue to contemplate and express enduring themes, issues and significant ideas. Such participation further develops individuals emotionally and provides insight into our human lives. At Saint Ignatius College we intentionally offer a broad curriculum to engage the body, mind, heart and spirit of our young women and men.
We encourage our students to be involved in a variety of experiences to form them as well-rounded persons. The Arts form a vital part of the liberal education we provide, and we believe fosters a significant contribution to developing them as better people that will ultimately lead to a stronger community. The College has been a particularly vibrant learning community over the last two weeks with a large number of students participating in a range of Performing Arts events. In addition to our classroom Music, Drama and Dance programs, we have experienced the following events: Year 7 Instrumental Music Showcase Years 9 & 10 Drama & Dance Night Yesrs 7 - 10 Public Speaking Recital evening VCE Drama: ‘Wizard of Oz’ performances VCE Soiree: Music Performance Evening I congratulate all students involved - well done! It was very pleasing to see so many student families and friends in the audiences. Particular thank yous are extended to our dedicated teachers for their work to provide these excellent learning opportunities. ....continued on Page 2
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From the Principal (cont.)
This Page: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’
“It is in Apple’s DNA that technology alone is not enough—it’s technology married with liberal Arts, married with the humanities, that yields us the results that make our heart sing.”
Work Experience allows students to explore a variety of career opportunities to decide how these relate to their personal interests, skills, values and goals.
Steve Jobs, in introducing the iPad 2 in 2011
Work Experience helps prepare students for life after school and gives an insight into the world of work.
Page 3: Continuation of ‘From the Principal’ Page 4: From Rev Fr Kevin Dillon Page 5: Faith Matters Page 6 to 9: Performance News Page 10: CareMonkey and Cyber Cats Page 11: 9 / 10 AGAT, Year 7 SRC Elections and Getting to know our Student Leaders Page 12: Canteen Roster and Parents and Friends’ Association Page 13: Old Ignatians Invite Page 14: Sponsors for ‘Tri-UMPH Festival 2017’ Page 15 and 16: Geelong’s Big Afternoon Tea: Farewell to Rev Fr Dillon Invite Page 17: Youth Mental Health First Aid Page 18: Financial Assistance Information for Parents Page 19 and 20: “Building self-esteem away from the screens” by Michael Grose Page 21: Geelong Further Education Information Evening Page 22 and 23: Open Days 2017 Page 24 & 25: Community Notice Board Page 26: College Calendar
“We need people who think with the creative side of their brains—people who have played in a band, who have painted…it enhances symbiotic thinking capabilities, not always thinking in the same paradigm, learning how to kick-start a new idea, or how to get a job done better, less expensively.” Annette Byrd, GlaxoSmithKline “GE hires a lot of engineers. We want young people who can do more than add up a string of numbers and write a coherent sentence. They must be able to solve problems, communicate ideas and be sensitive to the world around them. Participation in the Arts is one of the best ways to develop these abilities.” Clifford V. Smith, President of the General Electric Foundation “I believe that creativity will be the currency of the 21st century.” Gerald Gordon, Ph.D., President/CEO, Fairfax County (Virginia) Economic Development Authority “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” Albert Einstein “Pyramids, cathedrals, and rockets exist not because of geometry, theories of structures, or thermodynamics, but because they were first a picture-- literally a vision--in the minds of those who built them. Society is where it is today because people had the perception; the images and the imagination; the creativity that the Arts provide, to make the world the place we live in today.” Eugene Ferguson, Historian
Year 10 Work Experience Week Best wishes to all Year 10 students as they undertake their Work Experience placement during the week beginning Monday 26th June. The aims of the program include the following: By learning to cope with new situations and new people and thus building up selfconfidence and independence. By learning about the changes taking place in society and in the workplace. By learning in a practical way.
A number of Work Experience positions were made available through school; however, students and their families were encouraged to use their initiative to secure a suitable and interesting place themselves. When I signed the Work Experience forms, it was interesting to see the diverse range of placements that our students have been able to obtain. Thank you to Mr. Bruce Connor (Work and Further Education Coordinator) for his efforts to coordinate this program and Mr. Brendan O’Brien (YLC) for his support in this area and the Year 10 Teachers involved.
Immersion experience On Monday 26th June, one of our Year 11 students, Kerry Kingsbury, will travel to Dili, East Timor with a group of Year 11 students and teachers from Jesuit and Jesuit Partner Schools from across Australia. This “immersion” experience for the students will involve them visiting the Jesuit school and touring some of the surrounding areas. They will return late in the first week of the holidays. I wish them all a very rewarding and safe experience. They will return the start of the second week of the holidays, Monday 10th July. We look forward to finding out about Kerry’s experience through the newsletter early next term. I wish the students and staff involved a very safe, enriching and enjoyable time. I look forward to hearing about their experiences early next term. I expect each group that participates in an overseas learning experience will share information about their trips with our school community, one way will be articles in the newsletter.
Yr 12 Winter Ball After much collaboration and organisation undertaken by the senior Student Leaders of all four Geelong Catholic Secondary Colleges, I am pleased to advise that on Thursday 22nd June a Winter Charity Ball has been organised, which will be held at Geelong West Town Hall. ...continued on Page 3
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The Ball is only available to Year 12 students from Sacred Heart College, Saint Ignatius College, Clonard College and St Joseph’s College. Parents/guardians need not attend, however, staff from all four colleges will be in attendance to supervise. The evening will commence at 7:00 pm and conclude at 10.30 pm. Individual travel arrangements will need to be made between students and parents/ guardians. We ask that parents/guardians support the College by dropping off and picking up their son or daughter from the Geelong West Town Hall by the start and finishing times indicated. Any profits generated from this event will be donated to two different local organisations being Wombat’s Wish, a specialist service that offers to children who have lost a parent and the second being the Parish Pantry, providing for food for Geelong people in need. The Winter Ball will be an alcohol free event with all school rules being applied. Please note that we don’t want students to have to purchase expensive clothing to be able to attend this social event. Students are asked to dress in neat attire appropriate for a semi-formal/formal evening supporting this event. Year 12 Students interested in attending have received a letter from the College Captains and Mr McLean (Yr 12 Level Coordinator) explaining the Winter Charity Ball in more detail and a parental permission slip that needs to be completed.
Magis 2016
Some important dates
During the next week, parents of Years 8 to 12 students will receive their copy of the College’s 2016 Annual Magazine.
Friday 23rd June will be a ‘Student free day’ for a Correction/Report writing day for Teachers.
Parents of last year’s Year 12 students who do not have a current student at the College will receive their copy in the mail. The reason it is distributed in term two is to allow time for the end of year achievements to be included.
The last day of this term will be Friday 30th June.
‘Magis’ is a fantastic record of College life for the previous year. I hope you enjoy looking over the year’s records in this annual magazine and over time it will become a treasured memory of your daughter/son’s 2016 school year. On behalf of the College community, I express my gratitude to our Communications Officer, Mr Tony Berryman-Long for his coordination, design work and development of the ‘Magis’ for another year.
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 Tuesday 18th July. Our teachers will be involved in a Geelong Catholic Secondary Schools professional learning day on Monday 17th July. Best wishes
Principal leave I am very grateful for the opportunity to take some of my sabbatical leave from the start of the forthcoming school holidays for four weeks - Sunday 2nd July to Sunday 30th July.
Michael Exton Principal
During this time, as part of my ongoing commitment to educational leadership studies, I will undertake a course at Harvard University, Boston, USA. During my absence, Deputy Principal, Mr Paul Lewis will be Acting Principal.
Fr James Puppady, Parish Priest of St Thomas Drysdale officially became an Australian citizen on Tuesday 6th June 2017, pictured here with Saint Ignatius principal Michael Exton.
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Gifted academic. Talented sportswoman. Adventurous traveller. But above all, Kirsty Boden was a warm heart with an omnipresent smile and an insatiable want to help others that sadly cost her own life.
From Rev Fr Kevin Dillon
The people and institutions that Ms Boden touched with her infectious personality and selfless nature yesterday spoke of their fond memories of the 28-year-old nurse killed in the London terror attacks as she went to the aid of others.
Brothers Aaron and Justin Lee, and Justin’s wife Stacey were tragic victims of the murderous explosion at the Sari Club on October 12, 2002.
As the Loxton community where she grew up rallied around her grieving family and flags in the Riverland town flew at half mast, tributes poured in. This morning Loxton locals placed flowers and other tributes at the foot of the town’s sign, which stands proudly at the top of a small park on main street East Terrace. “Kirsty displayed immense courage in helping others in their time of desperate need, reportedly running towards danger to do what she could to bring aid and comfort to those injured in the horrific attacks,” he said. “She embodied all that is good in the face of adversity. It’s said that character isn’t forged in a crisis; it is revealed. Kirsty revealed in the most extraordinary way her devotion, bravery and professionalism in her act of selflessness.”
Some fifteen years ago, a Geelong family was devastated by the loss of three of its members in the Bali terrorist bombing.
Their family has never, and will never forget the horror not only of those terrible days, but of the distress and loss across the years since. They will be able to understand better than most the depth of sadness being suffered by the families of Kirsty Boden and Sara Zelenak, victims of last Sunday’s London terrorist attacks. They will empathise also with the the family of Kai (Nick) Hoo, who was murdered on Monday afternoon at the Brighton apartment complex where he worked, a victim of terrorist gunman Yacqub Khayre. “Mindless”, “evil”, “senseless”, are just some of the words that emerge as we attempt to describe these horrific attacks on innocent young people.
Yet perhaps there is one small, positive glimmer of light as we pray for consolation for their families amid their tears. And that is that such totally unforeseen and tragic deaths can remind us all of the precious nature of family, of what we can, and hopefully do mean to one another. Too readily we can take “family” for granted, perhaps because they are “always there”. But tragedies such as befell these families can occur without warning or meaning. We should treasure our family, and strengthen and, if necessary, mend relationships while the opportunity is available. Rev Fr Kevin Dillon, Geelong Deanery Coordinator and Association of Canonical Administrator President OAM
They were torn from loving families in moments of madness and mayhem that defy explanation, and sully the human nature that we share.
“Herald Sun”, Thurs. June 8
GRIP National Leadership Camp 2017 Would you like to develop valuable leadership skills whilst having enormous fun during the July school holidays? Students in Year 10-12 are invited to participate in a national leadership camp being held in Brisbane, hosted by the GRIP Leadership team. Teenagers from around Australia will be gathering for this 4-day camp from July 3-6 2017. GRIP Leadership is well known for organising Australia’s largest student leadership events and helping students reach their potential as a leader. Full details available at
http://www.gripleadership.com.au/content/grip-national-leadership-camp/gjzix4
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To Brighten Your Day Humour sometimes requires a context or understanding. The following joke is only humorous if the reader knows the practical nature the Jesuits are renowned for and the self-deprecation within. The Jesuit, a Dominican, and a Franciscan… A Jesuit, a Dominican, and a Franciscan were walking along an old road, debating the greatness of their orders. Suddenly, an apparition of the Holy Family appeared in front of them, with Jesus in a manger and Mary and Joseph praying over him. The Franciscan fell on his face, overcome with awe at the sight of God born in such poverty. The Dominican fell to his knees, adoring the beautiful reflection of the Trinity and the Holy Family. The Jesuit walked up to Joseph, put his arm around his shoulder, and said, “So, have you thought about where to send him to school?” (from: http://www.ignatianspirituality.com/dotmagis-blog/morejesuit-jokes)
Faith Matters Hilarious Next week we will celebrate the shortest day of the year, the winter solstice, and the end of exams. Teachers will then have one week to frantically mark all the papers and complete the lengthy process of report writing. As we all become a little run down, we will also inevitably see an increase in illness across the College as the winter cold and flu season begins. Just in time for the holidays! Such busy times of the year are not devoid of joy however. Joy can be found in many ways each day. We might celebrate a great achievement. We may experience joy in a relationship, where we feel loved and supported. We might simply bask in the satisfaction that comes from doing your best or of a job well done. We are fortunate that our lives are blessed with peace and security and that we are free of great distress that so many suffer. For some people joy is quite different, a day without violence, a meal, a night of shelter and warmth. When we consider our place in the world there is much to be joyful about, but there are always experiences and aspects of our lives that diminish our sense of joy. Joy comes in many forms and is inherently multifaceted. One form of joy that is universal is mirth. Laughter is an innate behaviour. From the moment we are born, laughter is something we do. When and why we laugh however varies greatly. Every person loves to laugh! No matter where they are from, how old they are, what job they work in, the language they speak, nor their socio-economic status; all people love to laugh. Laughter is simple: it makes us feel good. Deeper than this, laughter physiologically instigates a positive mood, lowers blood pressure and makes you feel relaxed. It is communal in that it brings us closer to others, especially those who we are similar to us. When we consider the people we enjoy being with they are often those who are like us, with similar interests, who have a ‘similar sense of humour’, who make us feel good. Laughter is also contagious. I am fortunate as a teacher to be able to be with people everyday. The best experiences I have had involved laughter. The classes I remember the most clearly are the ones where we had a laugh. In my job humour and laughter mean so much. Sitting in a double period exploring human pre-history and religious-like behaviour is pretty heavy material. However, nothing brings a Year 11 group back from the brink of unconsciousness like a sneaky caveman gag. Recently I was allocated a study supervision class at the end of a day of exams. The first period was productive, with students studying in rows silently.
As is often the case we took a mini break in between lessons, via a five-minute YouTube clip of a ridiculous parody of the song ‘Let It Go’, from the movie Frozen. Once the ice was broken (pun intended), the second lesson was extraordinary. The laughter did not stop; it was contagious and self-perpetuating. Being with those students made my week and I am sure that many of them will remember the class as fondly as well. I was fortunate enough to be in a position to make a decision. My assessment was that, this is what they needed more than another thirty minutes of study. Sometimes it is what we all need. This makes me ponder the decisions we make and why? When do we avoid or put a stop to humour? Fr James Martin SJ says, “Holy people are joyful, because holiness brings us closer to God, the source of all joy”. By being joyful and offering this joy to others enables us to help others be closer to God. Humour and laughter are fickle. Sometimes humour can be degrading and bring laughter at the expense of another person. So when we offer joy, through humour, we need to ensure that it’s done in a positive manner. This is something our young people work on over time, we can help them use humour well by modeling the good. There are many things that are universally funny. One thing that all people respond to is a humorous story told well. The incongruity, ludicrousness and absurdity of life, are things that we all experience and can share with others. The Bible is not heavy on the humorous side, but I think there is much that in the book that may bring about laughter. A story that comes to mind is about young Eutychus. In The Acts of The Apostles, it records how he grew so tired sitting at a third story window listening to one of St Paul’s lengthy stories that he was “ overcome by sleep, fell down from the third story and was taken up dead. But Paul went down and bent over him, and taking him in his arms, said, “Do not be alarmed, he is alive.” (Acts 20:9-10) I can imagine the story being told by Eutychus and his friends for years afterwards and the laughter both in the telling and at St Paul’s wonderful punch line. Sometimes it’s not the joke itself that offers us joy, it’s the telling of the story or gag and the communal nature of humour that stirs laughter from deep within us. As we experience the pressure and stress this busy time brings, the gloom of winter, and the illness that our loved ones and we suffer from time to time, remember that we can still find joy and offer it to others. Today might be a good day to find a funny clip on YouTube, a new gag or a story that you recall, and share it. Laughter may not be the best medicine, but it surely makes us feel a little happier and in doing so we experience joy; one of the greatest gifts God offers the world.
Yours in Christ, Brendan Nicholls Liturgy Coordinator
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VCE Drama: ‘The Wizard of Oz’ May 8th and 9th
Performance News
During the organisation of this production, my main focus was working with the actors on stage direction and character development. All this while working beside light, sound, set, make-up and costume designers and although there were ups and downs in rehearsals, through the collaboration with the amazingly talented cast and crew we all pulled together to put our own twist on and bring to life the magical play of ‘The Wizard of Oz’.
The scarecrow and Dorothy.
Chloe Young-Director
The scarecrow, lion and the tin man.
Public Speaking Recital May 8th “Comedy” was the topic of the evening presented by Mrs Jessica Sherman and her public speaking students. Over 90 parents and friends attended the very entertaining recital in our college art gallery. I am sure Mrs Sherman was feeling very proud of her students as they spoke confidently and told stories that brought many smiles and laughter to the audience.
Mrs Jessica Sherman, Mrs Pape and the public speaking students.
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Performance News Vocal Night: May 15th The ‘Young Performers’ and many vocalists had their time to shine as they performed in our recent vocal night. Many thanks to our choir coordinator, Mrs Marina Brown and vocal teachers, Mrs Lee Abrahmsen and Ms Jenny Robinson for their hard work throughout the semester.
The Young Performers on Vocal Night. Year 9 students, Olivia Sinkinson and Lucy Emery
Senior Citizens: May 16th Many senior citizens were entertained by our music students as they enjoyed a special morning tea. The College Symphonic Winds, the Stage Band, the Choir and many soloists performed to the very appreciative audience. A big thankyou to our music teachers Ms Doble, Mrs Brown and Ms Cordell. We especially thank Mr Glen Chidzey for bringing along some residents from Seaview Manor Aged Care.
Senior Symphonic Winds-Senior Citizens Concert.
Senior Citizens.
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VCE Soiree: May 30th
Performance News
The VCE music students performed their semester 1 works to family and friends at the soiree which was held cabaret style in the Potato Shed. Many thanks to our VCE instrumental teachers, Ms Lee Abrahmsen, Mr Bruce Corrin, Mr Tony Musella and Mr Adam Corless. We also thank Mrs Marina Brown and Mr Nathaniel Taylor for their assistance with accompanying a number of students. Below is an email sent to the college by parents and grandparents of Darcy Sheard.
VCE music students sing Abba!
It is certainly rewarding to receive feed back from our parents. Sensational Soiree Congratulations to the senior music students, all music teachers and the music coordinator, Ms. Linda Pape for the wonderful presentation of musical performance in the soiree last Tuesday night, May 30th. Saint Ignatius College can be extremely proud of their achievement. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire evening of outstanding music, which was presented in a relaxed, informal setting at the Potato Shed.
Year 12 student, Aurora Crosgrove.
We look forward to the next evening of music at GPAC on August 10, and recommend that all students and parents at Saint Ignatius attend, and have a great time. You will be amazed. Well Done!!! Neil and Karren Sheard. Congratulations on the wonderful production of the Soiree last Monday night. We felt very privileged to be part of the audience to see and hear the senior students perform. It was obvious to all of us that each student gave of his or her best with the result that the entire evening was a resounding success. We enjoyed every performance and eagerly await the next display of the senior students talents.
Year 12 student, Thomas Harmathy.
Proud grandparents of Darcy Sheard, Josephine and David Sheard.
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Year 7 Instrumental Showcase: June 5th
Performance News
The Year 7 music students put on an amazing display of the works that they had learnt during the semester. The Potato Shed was packed for the recent Instrumental Showcase. Special thanks to Ms Caitlin Doble who coordinates the Year 7 music program and to the Year 7 music teachers, Mr Bruce Corrin, Ms Naomi Cordell, Ms Courtney Miller and Mrs Sally Hobbs. Year 7 Brass Ensemble.
I would like to thank our Arts Captain, Catherine Exton, for attending the many concerts this past semester and for her very capable assistance with compering these shows. We have a lot happening in the performing Arts Department next term so please stay tuned .
The Percussion Ensemble
Please keep August 10th free for our College Instrumental Showcase which will be held at GPAC and also our College Production which will be held mid September. More details from our producer, Mrs Brown, soon. Looking forward to a performance packed term 3. Mrs Linda Pape Performance & Instrumental Coordinator.
Year 9 and 10 Dance Drama Evening: June 6th The Dance / Drama night was very entertaining and I am sure Mrs Michelle Chambers was very proud of her students. The final number “Grease� was fabulous as parents and friends tapped along to well known tunes.
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As you know we take the health and safety of our students very seriously. As such we are adopting a new health, safety and electronic consent form system named CareMonkey. CareMonkey has an innovative parent controlled electronic medical form for schools, clubs and other groups with a duty of care. It’s an electronic version of the paper based forms you’re always having to fill in for excursions, camps, enrolments, etc. It provides you the opportunity to update medical information promptly and accurately while providing the school with instant access to the emergency information provided by you. We will be using the CareMonkey system in the best interest of the children whilst also reducing the burden on you to fill out the same information on multiple forms throughout the year.
You can use a PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone to enter the details including: ● emergency contacts ● medical contacts ● medical checklist including asthma, allergies, seizures, diabetes ● health and ambulance insurance details ● notes and other care instructions from you ● and more... As a parent/guardian you will receive an invitation to join CareMonkey and enter details for your child/children. By following the instructions you can create your own free CareMonkey account and control all data about your child/children. The CareMonkey system stores the information on your behalf and you will be able to grant (or deny) access to your data with our school.
You are also able to share this data with any other group or individual you choose (eg. your child’s grandparents, their childminder, their sports club, etc). From the schools perspective, this information will only be visible by the relevant staff for your child and will be managed in accordance with the Privacy Act. You don’t need to do anything until you receive the email requesting the information. Please feel free to contact the school if you have any questions. You can also visit the CareMonkey website for more information: www.caremonkey.com We appreciate your assistance. Mr Michael Timms Deputy Principal [Students]
Wellbeing News: Cyber Cats On Wednesday June 28th, selected Year 7 students will take part in the “Cyber Cats” program which is aimed at addressing online safety with young people. In partnership with Headspace Geelong, the program is offered to students in the Geelong region and is run out of the Deakin Cats Community Centre. Cyber Cats works with students affected by negative online behavior and also considers the role and importance of the bystander in online bullying. For more information regarding online bullying: https://studentwellbeinghub.edu.au/focus-areas/online-safety#/?utm_source=e-News&utm_medium=newsletter& utm_campaign=20161129 https://bullyingnoway.gov.au/YourRole/Pages/For-Parents-and-carers.aspx https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/iparent
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9 / 10 AGAT At Saint Ignatius College we respect the role of parents as the primary educators of their children and promote growth and improvement in learning and living for the greater glory of God in the Ignatian way. Ignatius in his writings calls us to strive for the ‘Magis’ - ‘the more’. One way of helping our students strive for the Magis is to identify their areas of strength, to create a picture of where a student’s abilities lie. When this is combined with what parents and students know about their interests, they are more able to select a suitable program. The Year 9&10 students will complete an online General Achievement Test in the week beginning on the 19th of June.
The aim of this is to help them identify their areas of strength in preparation for subject selection in 2018. It can also be used to help identify students who should consider accelerating into Units 3&4 studies in Year 11. A similar test was completed in Year 7. All students are expected to undertake the online test in an allocated class time. It will take 45 minutes and assess reasoning skills in three areas - verbal, numerical and abstract thinking. Students will obtain a score for each section out of 15 and an overall ranking based on national standards. Karen Perkins Strategic Data Leader
Year 7 SRC Elections Congratulations to Alisha Jones and Sam Hines (pictured opposite) on their recent appointment as the representatives for all Year 7’s on the College’s Student Representative Council (SRC). Congratulations to all who showed the ‘courage to act’ in making an application. Anthony Gravener Student leadership Development Coordinator
Getting to know our Student Leaders As part of our Student Leadership Development program the College provides opportunities for students to develop their leadership potential. In up coming newsletters we will share a series of ‘snapshots’ of our student leaders for 2017.
Inspired by: Former Arts captain Sophie Crothers. What advice would you give a student going into a leadership position for the first time?
Recent Leadership Opportunities:
The most important part of being a leader is being selfless, your main job should be to build others up and help them to reach their fullest potential in whatever area you can.
MC’d at music nights, spoken at assembly, ran music Monday,
What is one characteristic that you believe every leader should possess?
Future Leadership Opportunities:
Being relatable to people and have compassion. (Servant Leadership)
Catherine Exton Arts Captain 2017
Snap shot competition, talent quest, ‘Beauty and the Beast’ school musical
Catherine performing at the Academic Awards afternoon at Costa Hall in Term 1
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Parents and Friends’ Association:
Canteen Roster Starting June 19th Monday 19th B. Rees, E. Hudson, M. Payne
Next Meeting:
Come along on Tuesday July 18th 7pm in the Food tech building:
Tuesday 20th C. Duncan, L. Vella, Needed, Needed Wednesday 21st R. Hay, C. Lyons, M. Sideris, Needed Thursday 22nd N. Lowther, M. White, E. Carpenter, R. Dickenson Friday 23rd No Canteen Student Free Day Starting June 26th Monday 26th C. Dumaresq, B. Brinfield, N. Van Vliet Tuesday 27th L. Tigani, R. Murray, L. Hart, T. Nicholls Wednesday 28th L. Hamer, K. James, B. Downey, Needed Thursday 29th J. Padarcic, M. White, Needed, Needed Friday 30th N. Condon, Needed, Needed, Needed If unable to attend, please make sure you get a replacement.
Sandra Woodall Tel: 0417 050 258
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Cardholder’s name:ͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺ ^ŝŐŶĂƚƵƌĞ͗ͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺͺ ϮϬй ĨƌŽŵ ĞǀĞƌLJ DĞŵďĞƌƐŚŝƉ ƐŽůĚ ĐŽŶƚƌŝďƵƚĞƐ ƚŽ ƐƵƉƉŽƌƚŝŶŐ ŽƵƌ ĨƵŶĚƌĂŝƐŝŶŐ
Secondhand Uniform Shop Open Monday afternoons during Term 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Time to get in and pick up your Winter Uniform requirements Lots of Kilts, Trousers & shirts in stock. Uniform Shop volunteers always welcome Reminder that all items are on Consignment therefore No Exchange or Refund
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“ The First of September a Night to Remember! “ You are invited to our class of 2007 10-Year school reunion. We are the College’s first Old Ignatians ! To be held at The Deck (formerly the Max Hotel) 2 Gheringhap St, Geelong Friday the 1st of September. From 7.30pm onwards Ample parking available and easy access to public transport. Bookings are essential. Tickets to be purchased at https://www.trybooking.com/PZZP Sales close August 1st. Cost $30 single ticket, $50 double ticket (significant others welcome). Limited tickets available. *Ticket prices include finger food, half price drinks (TAB), DJ and venue hire. Tickets to be presented on entry.
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Sponsors for ‘Tri-UMPH Festival 2017’ We are looking for local organisations and businesses to sponsor the Tri-UMPH Festival of 2017. If you would like to be involved, please read on. The festival will take place on September 8th, 2017 at Clonard College and will see over 5000 students unite to make poverty history. This festival is an initiative of four combined Catholic Colleges in the Geelong region, Clonard College, Sacred Heart College, Saint Ignatius College and St Joseph’s College, and will be the fourth festival following the inaugural 2008 Tri-UMPH festival and in that time we have raised in excess of $150,000. We invite you to help support this festival. We will be raising both funds and awareness for Caritas Australia’s ‘Women Protection Program’, which aims to promote the protection of vulnerable women and children in Timor Leste. Through provision of women’s shelters for survivors of domestic violence and their children, vocational training, counselling and legal services, women and children affected by the high incidence of domestic violence are able to receive the assistance that they need. Your organisation can support us, the Geelong youth, in our mission to support the wellbeing of these young people in poverty stricken East Timor.
Monetary values donated will contribute to the ‘100 Women Project’ and the successful running of Tri-UMPH festival by contributing to costs, allowing for more revenue to be donated to the funds raised. Service based donations will also help eliminate the cost for the successful running of the event. All organisations that choose to sponsor or donate to the event will be recognized suitably according to the level of sponsorship embarked on. A hierarchy of publicity to organisations who choose the greatest value of sponsorship will apply as per listed, but all organisations will be formally acknowledged for their contribution towards the event.
PLATINUM - $2000 - Certificate of appreciation - Priority acknowledgement on Triumph 2017 website - Official thank you (in opening and closing ceremonies) - Hold a tent on the day of the event - Acknowledgement on each school newsletter from date of payment - Acknowledgement on K-Rock for our Platinum sponsors
GOLD - $1000 - Certificate of appreciation - Acknowledgement on Triumph 2017 website - Participation in Gold Stall Sponsor tent on the day of the event - Acknowledgement on each school newsletter from date of payment
SILVER - $500 - Certificate of appreciation - Acknowledgement on Triumph 2017 website - Acknowledgement on each school newsletter from date of payment
BRONZE - $250 - Certificate of appreciation - Acknowledgement on each school newsletter from date of payment Please contact Anthony Gravener (Student leadership development coordinator) if you are able to assist, or for further information, by email: gravenera@ignatius.vic.edu.au Thank you to the following sponsors: Buxton’s East Geelong K-Rock Ghanda Roderick Insurance Victoria Police Blue Light Disco
We ask that you consider sponsoring or donating to our event by choosing one of the various options outlined below, either as a cash payment, or a ‘service/goods’ donations. Platinum Sponsor
$2,000
Gold Sponsor
$1,000
Silver Sponsor
$500
Bronze Sponsor
$250
Individual donation of goods or service
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GEELONG’S BIGGEST AFTERNOON TEA
OUR FAREWELL TO FR KEVIN DILLON AM PP WHERE: ST. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE GYMNASIUM (Enter off Queens Road)
WHEN?
SUNDAY 23RD JULY
TIME: OPEN HOUSE from 2.00 PM. till 5.00 P.M. FORMALITIES at 3.00 P.M. EVERYBODY WELCOME No Invitation list and no RSVP required
→ PTO for more details.
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A small group is planning a large function to farewell Fr Kevin after more than sixteen years in the Parish and the wider Geelong Community. The event will take the form of an afternoon tea at St Joseph’s College, Newtown (enter off Queens Road) on Sunday 23 July 2017 between 2.00pm and 5.00pm.
At 3.00 p.m. there will be a few formalities. Frank Costa AO has kindly agreed to move a vote of thanks on behalf of the Parish and wider Geelong Community, and Father Kevin will be given an opportunity to respond and say farewell.
Everybody is welcome.
There is no invitation list and no RSVP required.
The venue is kindly being provided by St Joseph’s College and the afternoon tea is being arranged by all the schools who will also assist with some musical entertainment.
It is difficult to know what form of presentation should be made to Fr Kevin but the planning group is currently thinking that valuable small contributions will be used to purchase a gift for Fr Kevin and, as agreed with Fr Kevin, any larger donations will be accumulated and donated to Lifeboat Geelong Foundation (LGF). This is a charity which was founded by Fr Kevin and one in which he has indicated that he will be playing an on-going role. A cheque for the funds raised will be presented on the day of the afternoon tea, and the money will greatly assist in the on-going work of Lifeboat. More details of how donations can be made will be supplied during the weekends of 17-18 and 24-25 June.
Please tell family, friends and associates of the event and the opportunity which exists to attend on 23 July. In this way the people of Geelong will be able to fully participate in thanking Fr Kevin for his tireless work, and the positive initiatives he has driven in so many areas, since his arrival here as Parish Priest over sixteen years ago. Should you have any queries please contact Sr. Anne Lourey (0417 556 637) or at the Parish Office (5222 1977) or Michael Dowling on ( 0418 145 231)
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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.
Closing Date Completed applications can be lodged with the College from the start of Term 1 (30 January 2017) closing date is 30 June 2017. A copy of your current concession card must be attached to your application.
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POSITIVE PARENTING
Building self-esteem away from the screens By Martine Oglethorpe
As so much of a young person’s social world revolves around their online feeds and connections, it is no wonder that ‘likes’ and comments have become a social currency and a reflection of where young people see themselves amongst their peers. Whilst social media has the ability to ignite a flourishing self-esteem with glowing comments, hundreds of likes and thousands of followers, it can also have a negative impact. A lack of likes, followers or comments, or even just a small number of nasty or negative comments, can do irreparable damage to a struggling self-esteem.
In addition, because many of the social networks kids are using centre around the sharing of visuals, this can lead to an over representation of aesthetics as the yardstick of popularity. Instagram, Snapchat and musical.ly are some of the popular networks right now and all are based on photos, video and performance. Which is all well and good if you have a good sense of who you are and are not relying on the feedback from these networks to decide your worth. But for many, putting themselves out there can mean they open themselves up to judgement and even ridicule.
And even if they get hundreds of likes or lots of lovely comments, it is often the one nasty one they remember the most. We need kids to know they are worth more than their likes and followers. We need them to know their sense of self is not based on what others, and even strangers, may think of them. But how do we do that in a world that sees kids so attached to their screens and their online social connections? Well, like all things in parenting today, there is no one simple solution. However there are certainly ways we can help ensure that a sense of selfworth is based on the achievements, the values and the qualities that make each and every child unique.
Build their independence and resilience early From a very early age, provide them with opportunities to build their independence, have responsibilities, learn to fail, make mistakes and problem solve when things don’t to go to plan. These skills will become invaluable in a world that sees constant comparison and the inevitable negative interactions of the online world.
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Building self-esteem away from the screens Stay relevant Don’t resort to the “in my day we…”. We may well reminisce about the more carefree days where we got to switch off and hangout with mates in the neighbourhood oblivious to what the rest of the world thought of our latest picture. But that’s not particularly relevant to our kids today. And shutting down their account, turning off their computer and walking away from social media altogether is really not an option for most. Be sure your kids know that you understand the role the technology plays and the challenges they face. That way you put yourself in the best position to have the right conversations and put in place the right boundaries.
Provide other role models and community Getting involved in outside pursuits and interests away from the screens can help them form connections with other parts of the community. Coaches, youth leaders and other role models can all play a part in mentoring a child about the importance of balance whilst reminding them that there is a life beyond the screens.
Give them opportunities to help There is no better way to feel better about oneself than to feel useful.
Helping at home, helping in the community and volunteering can be great ways for kids to build self-worth away from the screens. It may be helping coach some kids at the local sports club or getting involved in a cause or issue that matters to them. This will give them a sense of purpose that revolves around their actions and their input and not just what others perceive about them.
Family rituals Regular meals and time where no devices are present can be crucial to providing the stability and security young people need. Mealtimes have been proven to be an effective way of letting kids know they always have a place that is familiar, secure and unconditional. This may not be a reality for every family every night, but trying to incorporate any sense of ritual into a family, especially one where screens are not involved, will certainly provide a positive impact. We know that the technology and the devices are going to continue to play a huge role in the social and emotional lives of our children. Therefore we need to ensure that we are doing all we can to give them a balanced, true and positive view of themselves that continues to flourish both in real life and online.
Martine Oglethorpe is a speaker, counsellor and educator with a passion for building resilient kids in a digital world. Devices and the online world will continue to play an increasing role in the lives of our families for much of their information, education, entertainment and socialisation. It is imperative therefore, we have the skills, understanding and strategies to help them navigate the challenges and make the most of the opportunities that the technology has to offer. Martine is available for student workshops focused on positive online behaviours, for teacher professional development on how the digital world affects what happens in the classroom and for corporate and parent information sessions. If you would like to book Martine for a presentation or to get more ideas on dealing with the digital world then head to her website themodernparent. net. Contact details: info@martineoglethorpe.com.au themodernparent.net facebook.com/themodernparent
Visit our website for more ideas and information to help you raise confident and resilient young people.
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OPEN DAYS 2017 INSTITUTION Australian Catholic University Melbourne Campus Ballarat Campus
Sun 13 August Sun 27 August
10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm
Australian College of Applied Psychology
Sun 13 August
10am – 2pm
Australian National University
Sat 26 August
9am – 4pm
Bond University Box Hill Institute of TAFE Lilydale Campus Box Hill Campus Deakin University & Deakin College Warrnambool Campus Geelong Campus (Waurn Ponds & Waterfront) Melbourne (Burwood) Campus Federation University of Australia Mount Helen Campus; Berwick, and Gippsland
Sat 22 July
2pm – 6pm
Sun 20 August Sun 27 August Sun 6 August Sun 20 August Sun 27 August Sun 27 August
10am – 3pm
The Gordon Geelong – City Campus
Sun 6 August
11am-3pm
Holmesglen Institute Open Thursday’s – all campuses
10 August 21 September 2 November 14 December Sat 12 August Fri 4 August Sun 6 August Sat 12 August Wed 16 August Sun 27 August Sun 20 August Sat 5 August Sun 6 August Sun 20 August Sun 13 August
Various times
Sun 13 August Sun 13 August Sun 30 July Sun 20 August Sat 26 August Sun 20 August Sun 13 August
10am – 2pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 4pm 9am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 9.30am – 3pm
JMC Academy La Trobe University & La Trobe Melbourne Shepparton Campus Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus Albury-Wodonga Mildura Campus Bendigo Campus Melbourne Polytechnic Preston Campus Monash University Peninsula Campus Clayton & Caulfield Campuses Parkville Campus (Pharmacy Focus) Photographic Studies College Navitas College of Public Safety 123 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne CBD RMIT City, Bundoora & Brunswick Campuses Swinburne University Hawthorn University of Melbourne Parkville & Southbank Campuses University of Sydney Victoria University Footscray Park campus William Angliss Institute of TAFE
DATE
TIME
9am – 3pm 9am – 3pm 9am – 3pm 10am – 3pm
CONTACT DETAILS
1300 ASK ACU Email: opendayvic@acu.edu.au http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/future_student s/undergraduate/experience_uni_before_you_start/o pen_day 1800 061 199 http://www.acap.edu.au/ http://www.anu.edu.au/study/choose-anu/anu-openday-2017 1800 074 074 https://bond.edu.au/open-day 1300 269 445 www.boxhill.edu.au/openday 1800 334 733 http://openday.deakin.edu.au/ 1800 333 864 http://federation.edu.au/future-students/study-atfeduni/open-day 1300 954 371 http://www.thegordon.edu.au/quick-links/specialnotice-pages/save-the-date! 1300 MY FUTURE
Online bookings are essential
http://www.holmesglen.edu.au/open 9.30am – 4pm 4pm – 7pm 10am – 4pm 3pm – 6.30pm 4pm – 7pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 4pm 10am – 3pm 10am – 3pm
9624 2917 www.jmcacademy.edu.au 1300 135 045 http://www.latrobe.edu.au/openday
9269 1200 https://www.melbournepolytechnic.edu.au/ 1800 666 274 www.monash.edu.au/openday 9682 3191 https://www.psc.edu.au/ 1800 783 661 www.ncps.edu.au 9925 2260 www.rmit.edu.au/openday 1300 SWINBURNE www.swinburne.edu.au/openday 1800 801 662 https://openday.unimelb.edu.au/ http://openday.sydney.edu.au/ 1300 VIC UNI https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/newsevents/events/open-day-2017 1300 ANGLISS http://www.angliss.edu.au
This information was correct at the time of publication. Students are encouraged to confirm times themselves. Addresses of tertiary institutions are available via VTAC on www.vtac.edu.au or by ringing the institution directly or visiting their website. Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are encouraged to go along to Open Days
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OPEN DAYS 2017 Getting the most out of an Open Day
Most institutional Open Days are held in late July and August (see over the page for Open Day dates). However, you are more than welcome to contact an institution to arrange a visit any time.
What happens on an Open Day? On Open Day you can visit an institution when it’s at its best. Everyone is there – academics, lecturers, current students and information officers. More importantly, you can talk with academics, lecturers and current students about what certain courses are actually like, and what is required to get into them.
Who should attend an Open Day? Anyone who is considering studying at a tertiary level in the next few years should attend.
Why should you attend an Open Day? Apart from the opportunity to obtain course information there are many other reasons why attending an Open Day is a good idea: •
You are going to feel more comfortable arriving at a university or TAFE institute on the first day of classes if you have been there before.
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What is really involved in the course or courses you are interested in?
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If you have to move away from home, where are you going to live?
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Will you be happier studying in a large metropolitan institution or a smaller, perhaps rural institution?
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What does the place ‘feel’ like? Is it a bustling environment with lots of activity or a quieter, more relaxed campus set in landscaped grounds?
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How are you going to get there? Is it close to public transport or should you start saving now for a car?
If you don’t know the answers to any of these questions, then you should attend an Open Day!
How to make the best of Open Days To make your Open Day visits fun and informative, here are some pointers: •
Write down a list of questions you would like to ask about particular courses
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Be there early. Crowds tend to develop as the day progresses
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On arrival, get a map from a central point and ask for directions to the relevant faculties or schools
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Ask questions!
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Don’t spend the day collecting printed information only. Use the opportunity to speak directly with academics before applications close
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Introduce yourself to selection officers if you feel it is appropriate, but don’t be pushy
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Check out the residential colleges, if available. After all, it is you that will be living there.
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Walk around the campus. Have a good look! See what sporting facilities and other services are available.
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Enjoy the visit!
Not everyone can attend every Open Day and various Institutions hold their Open Days on the same date! If you can’t attend an Open Day and you are interested in a particular institution, you may visit at other times. If you wish to speak to a particular person, it is essential to make an appointment first. This information was correct at the time of publication. Students are encouraged to confirm times themselves. Addresses of tertiary institutions are available via VTAC on www.vtac.edu.au or by ringing the institution directly or visiting their website. Students in Years 10, 11 and 12 are encouraged to go along to Open Days
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Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
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Community Notice Board Weekend Mass Times for All Parishes Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
Summary of regular weekend Masses for all parishes in the Geelong Deanery.
Please see the Calendar for Easter and Christmas Mass Summary of regular weekend Masses for all parishes in the and Reconciliation Times Geelong Deanery Suburb
Mass Centre
Routine Weekend Schedule
Anglesea
St Christopher
5:30pm (Sat) OR 6:30pm (Sat) during summer daylight saving time
Bannockburn
St John Evangelist
9:00am
Barwon Heads Holy Family
6:00pm (Sat)
Bell Park
Holy Family
8:00am, 9:30am, 11:30am (Slovenian 2nd Sun), 11:30am (Croatian not 2nd Sun), 12:30am (Croatian 2nd Sun)
Belmont
St Bernard
6:30pm(Sat), 9:00am, 10:30am
Corio
St Francis Xavier
5:00pm (3rd Sat Filipino) 7:00pm(Sat), 10:30am
Drysdale
St Thomas
9.00 am
Geelong
St Mary of the Angels
6:00pm(Sat), 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:15 (Polish), 5:30pm
Geelong East
St Margaret
9:45am 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday
Geelong North St John
8:30am 10:30am(Latin Mass) Rosary 10:05am
Geelong West St Patrick
9:30am (Italian)
Geelong West Ss Peter & Paul (Ashby)
5:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (2nd & 4th Sun)
Grovedale
Nazareth
10:30am
Lara
St Anthony
9.00am
Leopold
Lumen Christi
10:30am, 5:30pm
Manifold Heights
Holy Spirit
6:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday)
Marshall
Rice Village
Mt Moriac
St Patrick
7:00pm(Sat)
Norlane
St Thomas Aquinas
6:00pm (Sat), 10:00am
Newcomb
Christ the King
5.00pm Vigil
Newtown
St Robert
9:45am 2nd & 4th Sunday
Ocean Grove
Our Lady Star of the Sea 9:00am
Portarlington
St Patrick
9.00am
Queenscliff
Holy Trinity
11:00am
St Leonards
Ss Philip and James
6:00pm(Sat)
Torquay
St Therese
8:45am
Winchelsea
St John the Baptist
6:00pm (Sat)
Radio
Light FM, 89.9 FM
7:00am
Radio
The Pulse, 94.7 FM
10:00am
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Community Notice Board
Want to know more about the long-running maritime boudary dispute between East Timor and Australia? Come along to a movie night held by Geelong Viqueque Friendship Schools at the Pivotian Cinema.
Book at: https://tickets.demand.film/event/1700
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College Calendar June 2017
June 2017 Friday 16th
Year 9, 10 and Unit 1 VCE Exams Conclude
Friday 16th Year 11 VCAL Ministry of Food / Smiling Minds Meditation Monday 19th
Unit 2 and Unit 4 VCE Classes Commence
Monday 19th
Year 7 Immunisation
Monday 19th Year 10 Wheelchair Basketball June 19th and June 20th Monday 19th
Year 11 and 12 Student Leadership
Monday 19th College Production Rehearsal 3.15pm to 5.30pm Tuesday 20th
Year 9 Personal Fitness Excursion
Tuesday 20th Year 10 Music Performance Potato Shed Wednesday 21st Year 10 Wellbeing Day Wednesday 21st Year 9 Personal Fitness Excursion
Friday 23rd Year 12 PE Excursion Thornbury Monday 26th Year 10 Work Experience June 26th to June 30th Monday 26th Jesuit Schools’ Immersion to Timor Leste June 26th to July 9th Monday 26th College Production Rehearsal 3.15pm to 5.30pm Wednesday 28th CyberCats Wellbeing Thursday 22nd Year 9 Music and Drama Excursion Arts Centre Melbourne Friday 30th End of Term 2 Students dismissed at 2.20pm
July 2017 Monday 17th
Student Free Day
Thursday 22nd Year 9 and 10 Engineering Excursion Deakin University
Monday 17th Minjerribah North Stradbroke Island Immersion July 19th and July 22nd
Thursday 22nd Fundraising BBQ for Timor Imemersion Lunchtime
Tuesday 18th Start of Term 3 For all students
Thursday 22nd Smith family Reading Program
Tuesday 18th
Thursday 22nd Year 9 Personal Fitness Excursion
Tuesday 18th Parents and Friends’ Association Meeting 7.00pm in the Food tech building
Thursday 22nd Year 9 Adventure Planet Excursion The Rock Climbing Centre Thursday 22nd Year 12 VCAL Excursion OZ Tenpin Bowling Thursday 22nd Year 12 Winter Formal Geelong West Town Hall
Year 11 ‘Day of Hope’ Seminar
Wednesday 19th Year 12 Finishing Line Elevate Ed Thursday 20th Year 9 Italian Excursion Carlton
Friday 23rd Student Free Day Report Writing
Look for the Calendar available through the Saint Ignatius College Website: www.ignatius.vic.edu.au T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN
Saint Ignatius College Geelong
27 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale, Victoria. 3222 E: info@ignatius.vic.edu.au T: 03 5251 1136 www.ignatius.vic.edu.au A Jesuit Partner School
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