VOLUME XXXIII No 12 26th August, 2016
DATES TO REMEMBER
FROM THE HEAD OF COLLEGE
AUGUST
A SPECIAL BLESSING FOR ALL OF OUR FATHER FIGURES
Peer Support Year 9
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HSC Success Program begins Year 11 Preliminary Course Final Assess begins
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SEPTEMBER Father’s Day
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Greek Orthodox Combined Athletics Carnival JS
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P & F Father’s Day Breakfast
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ISA Athletics SS Year 7 Vaccinations
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Years 5 – 12 Doxology
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Year 12 Formal Dinner
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Junior School Open Day 10.30am – 1.00pm Term ends for students
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OCTOBER Staff Development Day
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Students return
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HSC Begins
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OHI Day Celebrations Church Years 7 – 9 P & F Spring Fair
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NOVEMBER Parent Forum Year 7, 2017
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Orientation Day Year 7, 2017
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Year 4 Camp
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Years 3 & 4 Camp
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Years 3 & 4 Camp
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Years 5 & 6 Camp
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Years 5 & 6 Camp
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Years 5 & 6 Camp
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We are pleased to announce that His Grace Bishop Iakovos will officiate for the Doxology Service in our Church, from 8.15am – 8.30am. Mrs E. Stefanou-Haag
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We are pleased to invite you to attend our annual “FATHERS DAY BREAKFAST”. All Fathers, Father figures, Grandfathers, Godfathers, Uncles and special people are welcome to attend. Date: Tuesday 6th September, 2016 Time: 8.15am Welcome & Arrival in St Spyridon Church 8.20am Blessing Service in St Spyridon Church 8.35am Breakfast served 10.15am Event closed Where: St Spyridon Church and Hall Donation: Adults: $15.00 Children: $10.00 The delicious buffet breakfast will include bacon & egg rolls; pastries; an assortment of sweets; fresh fruit; coffee, tea or juice. The Father Day Raffle will be drawn during this event, with great prizes available. Tickets can also be bought on the day. To RSVP, please return the slip below together with the correct moneys, in an envelope marked with your family name, to the school office, by Wednesday 31st August. We look forward to welcoming you to this wonderful event in honour of all father figures in our Community. St Spyridon College Parents & Friends Committee 2016 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ I / we will be attending the Fathers’ Day Breakfast on Tuesday 6rth September 2016. Total Number of Adults ____________________ Total Number of Children _____________________ Adult Name(s) in attendance __________________________________________________________ Children’s Name(s) __________________________________________________________________ Total Money Enclosed $ __________________________ Special Dietary Requirements ________________________________________________________
It’s all about building young lives.
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possible. Cost is $15 per adult and $10 per child.
UNIFORM SHOP
The Fathers’ Day Raffle will also be drawn at this event. We have some fantastic prizes organised for you so please support our raffle this year once again!
Reminder The uniform shop is open every Wednesday during term between 8.30 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
SSC UMBRELLAS The P&F Committee have available for purchase as a fundraiser, high quality umbrellas with the school emblem. These may be purchased at both the Senior and Junior College front office. Small folding umbrella: $25 Large Golf Style Umbrella: $40
P&F NEWS The Parents & Friends Committee are looking forward to welcoming you to our Term 3 & 4 events! These fundraising events would not be a success without our parents and donors who kindly support us.
SSC BUSINESS DIRECTORY
In preparation, if there are any parents within the school who can kindly assist us with our fundraising efforts, with a donation or raffle prize, we welcome you to contact our President Erenie 0410 318 053, our Secretary Angela 0407 061 940 or our Treasurer Kim 0402 047 207. You can also email the P&F at pfcommittee_hotmail.com.
We are pleased to update you that our St Spyridon College Business directory fundraiser is nearly complete and will be distributed to all by the end of the school term. The P&F raised $3500 with this fundraiser. We extend our warm thank you to each and every one of the listed businesses who supported this fundraiser and we trust you will find our version of the “Yellow Pages” handy for the many years to come!
All our fundraising efforts directly reward our College children, we welcome your contribution, however big or small. Our upcoming fundraisers are:
FATHER’S DAY STALLS – NEXT WEEK! … Monday 29th August till Friday
2nd September 2016 A flyer has come home with your children last week regarding the annual P&F Father’s Day Stalls that will start on Monday. The stalls will be held every day of next week in the Junior school undercroft area from lunchtime onwards. All students are invited to purchase a gift. A display of gifts will be available at $10, $15, $20 and $25. We look forward to your support!
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SPRING FAIR IS BACK!! ……. Please mark your diaries for Sunday October 30, 2016 from 11am. WE NEED YOUR HELP! If you would like to take up a stall, donate food or know of any generous contacts that may assist our fundraising for the Fair, we would like to hear from you! Please contact the following members: Angela 0407 061 940 Erenie 0410 318 053 Joanna 0419 992 027
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Tuesday 6 September 2016 A permission note has gone home for this event also. All fathers, grandfathers and father figures welcome. This is an RSVP only event so please forward your note and correct money to the office or class teacher as soon as
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More formal details will be available soon via flyer and via our St Spyridon College Facebook page! Lots of fun is planned for this day to bring our school community together once more! Please don’t hesitate to email or call the P&F for further information. Angela Kasmas (Secretary) pfcommittee_@hotmail.com
JUNIOR SCHOOL REPORT We are a truly blessed community when a space can be filled with more than 500 people for a matinee performance. The Junior School students certainly enjoyed presenting their pieces for their family and friends. We did all ‘Smile’! Congratulations to Mrs Coyne for choreographing all the musical items and for bringing the show together. We thank Ka Haska for the exceptional work in bringing Traditional dance and customs to a new generation and, to Mr Amditis who once again brought humour and laughter to the Greek. To the Junior School staff, my thanks for their work behind the scenes, back stage and in the classroom to bring 360 children to the stage and make this a memorable experience for them.
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2. Parents MUST NOT park in any driveway either the neighbours or of that of the College at any time. 3. The practice of parking or stopping in the middle of the road is illegal. 4. Attention is drawn to the extreme danger of leaving motors running while leaving the car to drop off or pick up students from the college, particularly when smaller children are left in the car. 5. Please drop your child/children off in the morning and leave as soon as possible. Similarly in the afternoon after picking up your child please leave so that other parents have room to park. 6. The angled parking behind the Church is for Staff Parking only. Please do not park there. NB: The area between the Church and the Infants School in Mary Hamer Lane is now restricted parking. Please ensure you follow the rules to avoid being booked.
COCURRICULAR Cocurricular will end on the 15th of September for this year. From all reports, the children have enjoyed the activities on offer and have developed some new skills.
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Just a reminder to be cautious and considerate as you approach the school.
This year 196 students from Primary participated in the Digital Technologies ICAS. This assessment tested general computer skills as well as, programming. Overall the results were pleasing with 11 students achieving Distinctions and 41 students gaining a Merit award.
Observance of the following school procedures will greatly assist in the safety of the students, and will foster better relationships with our neighbours. I urge you to be mindful of the messages you send your children about parking, being courteous etc.
The names of these students follow: Year Three Peter Baroutis Credit Cara Diamond Credit Mariah Sartzetakis Credit Ryan Lynch Credit Phillip Preketes Credit Paul Vafiadis Credit Aki Dimitrakopoulos Credit
1. Parents are to approach the College via Doran St. which is a “One Way” for College traffic in the morning from Doncaster Ave. Mary Hamer Lane is also a “one way”, feeding from the College to Borrodale Rd or to Gardeners Rd. PLEASE DO NOT DRIVE DOWN MARY HAMER LANE FROM BORRODALE RD. Please consult the Parent Handbook for a diagram if you are unsure.
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Ellie Eliyah Lara Amali
Liaskos Natsikas Stathis Roumanous
Paul Fotios Stephen Adriana
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Year 4 Victoria Catherine Holly Gabriella Julia Maria Dimitra Chloe Connor Myles Sarah Dean George Dean Alexandra Sarah Andrew Harry Chrysa Elizabeth Tara
Stathos Coutts Durrant Gouveros Kamaras Kappatos Kasmas Kristallis Kristallis O'Reilly Simpson Vlahakis Vlahos Foundis-Borrett Bizannes Constantinidis Dalessis Hatzi Kirkis Notaras Zinopoulos
Year 5 Katerina Nicholas Angelina Crystal Talia Anna Nektarios Alexander Nicholas Mia Jennifer Amelia Sienna Sophia
Alexandratos Bastas Costa Coulits Diamond Kakakios Kollias Kumar Notaras Paras Pyliotis Raptis Tsoukalas Karatasos
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Year 6 Jamyson Angus
Gouveros Chellos
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Giavis Konitsas Koutoulogenis Drakoulis
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Mrs A. Synesios Principal
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What is Resilience? The Olympic Games presents a great opportunity to reflect on the skills of resilience. David Morris a 29 year old school teacher from Melbourne soared to great heights after taking Silver at the Sochi Winter Olympic Games. Morris faced years of rejection and humiliation having been told that he would never succeed in an ariels program let alone be selected for an Olympics event. Morris was also chosen to carry the Australian flag at the closing ceremony. More recently Anna Meares demonstrated true grit and determination to overcome a major life threatening trauma in order to realise a goal she could once barely dream about. Not only did she suffer a fractured neck, dislocated shoulder and torn ligaments in a horrific accident, but was millimetres away from permanent disability. Anna went on to be chosen as Australia’s Flagbearer for the Rio Olympic opening ceremony, having capped a brilliant Olympic career. Their real life examples of resilience demonstrate that when practiced resilience is a skill that can lead to great achievements. Resilience is a 21st Century parenting concept that every parent needs to understand and practice so that they can equip their children with the skills to manage and come through frustrations and disappointments that will inevitably come their way. Research has shown that parents can actively foster resilient skills in their children by modelling the behaviour themselves. Here are some strategies that research tells us works. Thought-stopping: Help children avoid being overwhelmed by parking their thoughts or worries for a while. “That’s enough of those thoughts for now. Think about it after lunch, but leave them for now.”
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SENIOR SCHOOL REPORT
Mental distraction: Read, run, write or roam. Anything they can do to distract themselves. Move away from a situation: Physically removing themselves from a situation temporarily relieves stress and worry. A break from the study room, a walk outside or visit to shops gives children the change-up they need.
EVENTS TO FAREWELL YEAR 12, 2016 A number of events have been organised to farewell our Year 12 students:
A special place: Help children find their special place or thing where they can take solace and draw strength.
Offering hope: “This too shall pass” is a powerful lesson to learn at any age. Don’t forget to have a positive attitude yourself. Your attitude as a parent impacts on your child’s ability to bounce back from some of the difficulties they face. Make sure you model a ‘you can do it’ attitude for your child when they meet some of life’s curve balls.
Look for teachable moments. Many learning opportunities are disguised as problems. Make the most of these opportunities so that children can grow and learn from some of the challenges they face. Make your children active participants in the family. Active participation in a family develops the selfhelp, problem-solving and independence skills of children that are necessary for resilience.
Wednesday, 14th September: Years 7-12 Farewell Assembly 12.25 p.m. SPACe. Thursday, 15th September: Years 5-12 Doxology in the presence of His Eminence Archbishop Stylianos or His delegate, St Spyridon Church – parents and family are welcome and encouraged to attend – 8.45 a.m. Thursday, 15th September: Year 12 Formal Dinner for Year 12 students, teachers, parents and family at Doltone House, Sylvania Waters.
NSW CRYSTAL GROWING COMPETITION 2016 I would like to congratulate the following students who have achieved Highly Commended certificates for their crystals that were sent into the competition at the end of Term 2: 1. James Bletsas 2. Valentina Spyridopoulos 3. Gianni Keramitzis 4. Anastasi Poulos
From a resilience perspective, parents are advised to coach children through some of their more challenging moments and review what they may have learned for next time but keeping in mind not to try to solve all their problems for them.
Also, the following students who participated and made it to the finals: 1. Olivia Krasadakis 2. Sophia Mavrolefterou 3. Billy Bourdaniotis 4. Dimitra Katsidis
Promoting resilience in children is a not a single event but a continuous process that requires adults to be supportive and empathetic with children when things don’t go their way. Most importantly it requires you as a parent to have an understanding of resilience, so you have faith in yourself, and your child’s ability to cope.
The following students are commended for their excellent efforts. They contributed immensely with all the teams: 1. Anastasia Dougenis 2. Christo Keramitzis 3. John Leondios
References: Dr Grose’s ‘Positive parenting’ (2014)
Dr. Lakshmi Srinivasan Science Teacher
Mrs M. Kipriotis Infants’ Coordinator
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FROM THE ART ROOM Year 12 have been busy working on their Bodies of Work. This is a yearlong project where the student has a great deal of control, both in their material practice and their conceptual practice. The Body of Work makes 50% of the final Visual Arts mark. Today the focus is on Alexander Cardamis. Alexander has completed a series of small watercolours based on fresh produce. He now has a greater awareness of the availability of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Everyone has a favourite, but the tomatoes and watermelon are the most popular.
Ms M. Pringle Art Teacher Mrs A. Katsogiannis Principal Senior School
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MIDDLE REPORT
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YEAR 9 LEADERSHIP Last week the role, duties and process involved in applying for the position of Peer Support Leader were explained to Year 9. Those interested in taking on this leadership role were provided with a guide for writing their letter of application. This letter should have been handed in to their Year Adviser Ms Kefalouros this week. In preparation for the move into the Upper School and the Leadership roles on offer, all Year 9 participated in a Leadership and Peer Support Training Day led by the ‘Burn Bright’ Group. The selection of Peer Support Leaders for the incoming Year 7, 2017 cohort will be finalized next term and those selected will be formally acknowledged at the end of year Middle School Assembly
YEAR 7 GIRLS ISA NETBALL FINALS CHAMPIONS
2017 PREFECT PROCESS BEGINS
Last Saturday I had the pleasure of going to the Olympic Netball Stadium at Homebush to watch our dedicated and enthusiastic Year 7 C’s Netball Team play against Chevalier College in the ISA season final match. The girls began tentatively with nerves getting the upper hand in the first two quarters. However, with some pep talks from Coach Nansia Koukounaris, Ms Flokis and Mr Meintanis, the girls banded their energies together, regained confidence and valiantly fought back. With each goal scored the St Spyridon support club made up of parents, grandparents and siblings roared and jumped up….drawing the attention of officials and others on neighbouring courts. In a heart stopping final round, the girls not only caught up to their opponents, they out played them by three fabulous goals and brought VICTORY home to St Spyridon. Well done girls, we are all very proud of your determination and teamwork.
APPLICATION
We have once again come to that time of year when one Leadership group prepares to leave us while another prepares to take up the reigns. This week Year 11 listened to a presentation on leadership, the responsibilities of being a Prefect and the process involved in selection. The first round of voting by Year 11 and Teachers will take place after the Preliminary Examinations conclude this term.
ABSENCE FROM SCHOOL Parents are reminded that if your student is ill please call the office with an explanation by 9.00a.m. If this is done, a note of explanation is not needed. All students must make every effort to find their teachers to collect any work missed as soon as they return from an absence. This includes time away due to representative sport commitments or subject excursions. Furthermore, if a student is absent for an extended time due to: injury, illness, or approved leave, the Year Adviser needs to be advised as soon as possible so that they are able to assist with the collection of missed work.
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There is no simple answer to how long a child should spend online. A wide range of considerations come into play such as the age of the child, the website, the family situation, and other influences such as illness, during holidays versus school term and so on. There has, however, been some academic research done that has resulted in the following guidelines being considered reasonable screen time (this includes television, ipods, ipad, gaming consoles, computers and smart phones) AGE Under 2 years 2-5 years 5-18 years
what your older children are doing online keeping TVs and computers in family spaces and out of children’s bedrooms turning the TV and computers off before school and at dinnertime.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK This week’s recipient comes from Year 8 Francis Lee Pascalis. She happened to be around when a student playing in a semi-final netball game suddenly injured themselves. Without hesitating Francis Lee stepped in and helped take the team to victory!
SCREEN TIME None No more than ONE hour a day No more than TWO hours a day
Developing healthy screen time habits will help children and teenagers make better choices about how to use their free time when they’re older. Parents can help by: setting screen time guidelines according to the ages of children in your family separating online homework time and online social time so that they are not mixed up leading by example, limiting your own screen time offering variety, making sure you have a range of activities like dedicated outdoor play time and nontechnology family time to stimulate your children so they don’t look to the screen so much. scheduling online play time (games, social networks for older teens) and limiting times to thirty minutes on school days making sure their children obey age restrictions on social networking sites (most are restricted to 13 years or older). being choosy about what younger children watch or play on the computer, and taking an interest in
Ms G. Kokinelis Dean of Middle School
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Αγαπητοί γονείς και φίλοι, Στην έκδοση αυτή θα σας κρατήσουμε συντροφιά με ένα γραπτό μαθητή της Β Λυκείου. Υποτίθεται ότι παίρνει συνέντευξη από κάποιον ηλικιωμένο μια και το θέμα είναι σχετικό με τη ζωή των μεταναστών. Καλή ανάγνωση. Κ. Μ. Φαλέτα Πρόσφατα, στην επίσκεψή μου στο γηροκομείο «Βασιλειάδα», συνάντησα τον κύριο Θεμιστοκλή και τον παρακάλεσα, αν μπορούσα να τον ρωτήσω κάποια πράγματα για τη ζωή του ως μετανάστης στην Αυστραλία. Με καλοδέχτηκε και εδώ αρχίζει η συνέντευξή μας.
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νέοι για άτομα σαν κι εσάς που δουλέψατε τόσο σκληρά για να εξασφαλίσετε σε μας μια καλύτερη ζωή; Θεμιστοκλής: Χάρη μου, όταν γερνάς, ο καλύτερος γονιός του κόσμου να είσαι, πάντα θα είσαι «βάρος» κι αυτό δεν το θέλω. Οι νέοι με τους νέους κι οι γέροι με τους γέρους. Χάρης: Μη το λέτε αυτό κύριε Θεμιστοκλή, γι’ αυτό είμαστε εμείς εδώ για να σας προσφέρουμε απλόχερα ό,τι κι εσείς κάποτε σε μας. Θεμιστοκλής: Αγόρι μου, η ζωή πάει μπροστά. Το να ξέρουμε εμείς ότι έχετε την υγειά σας και είστε καλά με την οικογένειά σας είναι ό, τι καλύτερο μπορείτε να μας δώσετε. Γιατί τι άλλο περιμένουμε εμείς τώρα, να σας βλέπουμε να προοδεύετε και να κλείσουμε τα μάτια μας ήσυχοι κι ευτυχισμένοι. Ε, και καμιά επίσκεψη, κανένα χαμόγελο και καμιά αγκαλιά πότε –πότε, είναι όλες μας οι απαιτήσεις από σας. Χάρης: Σας ευχαριστώ πολύ, κύριε Θεμιστοκλή. Μου διδάξατε πολλά σήμερα και ειλικρινά, ό, τι περνάει από το χέρι μου για να βελτιώσω τη ζωή των ηλικιωμένων μας στα γηροκομεία, θα το κάνω. Θεμιστοκλής: Την ευχή μου να ‘χεις!
Χάρης: Καλημέρα, κύριε Θεμιστοκλή και σας ευχαριστώ, που δεχτήκατε να κάνουμε αυτή την κουβέντα. Θεμιστοκλής: Καλημέρα, παιδί μου. Χάρη είπες το όνομά σου ε, και χαίρομαι που θα μπορέσω να μοιραστώ κάποια πράγματα από τη ζωή μου μαζί σου. Χάρης: Κύριε Θεμιστοκλή, πότε ήρθατε στην Αυστραλία, από πού είναι η καταγωγή σας; Θεμιστοκλής: Χάρη μου, ήρθα το 1949, ήμουν μόλις 14 χρονών και ήρθα από ένα χωριό της Ηπείρου, που ονομάζεται Ράχη Άρτας. Χάρης: Πώς ήταν τα πρώτα χρόνια και με τι ασχοληθήκατε, κύριε Θεμιστοκλή; Θεμιστοκλής: Στην αρχή, δούλεψα στο λιμάνι, μαζί με τον πατέρα μου. Ξεφορτώναμε και φορτώναμε πλοία. Μετά, σ’ένα εργοστάσιο, μέχρι που μάζεψα λίγα χρήματα και ξεκίνησα δική μου δουλειά. Μου άρεσε να ράβω, είχα μάθει από ένα θείο μου τη δουλειά στο χωριό και έτσι ξεκίνησα τη δική μου βιοτεχνία ράβοντας αντρικά κουστούμια. Τα πρώτα χρόνια, παιδί μου, ήταν δύσκολα, χωρίς γλώσσα, χωρίς τη μάνα και τα αδέλφια σου σε μια ξένη χώρα, ξένος ανάμεσα σε ξένους. Σιγά –σιγά καταφέραμε και φέραμε όλη την οικογένεια εδώ και μεγαλώνοντας, γνώρισα τη γυναίκα μου και έκανα τη δική μου οικογένεια. Η βιοτεχνία μου όλο και μεγάλωνε. Δουλεύαμε μέρα και νύχτα, πολύ σκληρά, έχοντας στο πίσω του μυαλού μας να γυρίσουμε κάποια μέρα στην πατρίδα και να πεθάνουμε στον τόπο μας. Αλλά, δυστυχώς τα χρόνια πέρναγαν γρήγορα και ριζώναμε πιο πολύ στην καινούρια μας πατρίδα, ιδιαίτερα με τον ερχομό των παιδιών μας. Χάρης: Σήμερα, κύριε Θεμιστοκλή, όπως μου αναφέρατε τις προάλλες, έχετε ακόμα την επιχείρησή σας. Θεμιστοκλής: Αχ, παιδί μου, τώρα είμαι πια συνταξιούχος και την έχω παραδώσει στα παιδιά μου, τους δύο γιους μου και στα εγγόνια μου. Γι’ αυτούς δούλεψα όλα αυτά τα χρόνια. Χάρης: Και τώρα είσαστε ευχαριστημένος που βρίσκεστε εδώ στο γηροκομείο αντί με τα παιδιά σας; Θεμιστοκλής: Αγόρι μου, ήταν επιλογή μου όταν έχασα την καλή μου τη γυναίκα, την Φρόσω και δεν ήθελα να είμαι στα πόδια των παιδιών μου. Χάρης: Ναι, σας καταλαβαίνω, αλλά βλέπω κάποια μελεγχολία στο βλέμμα σας, τι νομίζετε ότι μπορούμε να κάνουμε εμείς οι
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UNIVERSITY NEWS Don’t forget the OPEN DAYS! This Saturday 27th August: Sydney University, UTS, Notre Dame, Sydney TAFE Next Saturday 3rd September: UNSW, ACU (Nth Syd) NEW COURSES AT UTS FOR 2017 NEW Bachelor of Technology and Innovation Futurists predict that 50 per cent of the jobs in 2030 don't exist yet. In response to the evolving needs of industry, we've launched the new B Technology and Innovation (BTi) - a degree for technically adept, future-focused students and those who want to go to uni but are yet to find their niche. News article
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http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/our_universi ty/the_core/the_international_core_curriculum
NEW Bachelor of Global Studies With the introduction of a new Health Studies major, revised core subjects and international internship opportunities, the revamped B Global Studies makes our students more global than ever! Course Information
Literacy and Numeracy Test for Initial Teacher Education Students New literacy and numeracy tests have been introduced for students who wish to study teaching at university. The required benchmark in LANTITE must be met for students in NSW to be eligible for accreditation. In the ACT graduates will have to successfully meet the benchmark. For further information on the new requirements follow the link below. http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_in stitutes_and_centres/education_and_arts/schoo ls/literacy_and_numeracy_test_for_initial_teac her_education_students
NEW Bachelor of Music & Sound Design This course is designed for students to develop real-world skills for the digital sound and contemporary music industries. Technology relevant, industry involvement and internships opportunities. Course Information NEW Bachelor of Computing Science This new degree is at the cutting edge design of computers and computation. With a mix of theory and practice, the new B Computing Science has a strong focus on mathematics, with students gaining skills in problem solving, teamwork and communication. Course Information
UNSW: Art & Design Open Day 3rd September, 9am to 4pm, Paddington Campus, CNR Oxford St & Greens Road, Paddington As part of UNSW’s open day, the Paddington campus will also be open to showcase their range of facilities. Those who attend will be able to participate in a portfolio entry workshop, and speak to staff and students about course options. https://www.artdesign.unsw.edu.au/whatson/events/open-day-2016-unsw-art-design
NEW Bachelor of Forensic Science + combined degrees With four majors, Biology, Chemistry, Crime Scene Investigation and Digital Forensics, the new Forensic Science can also be combined with Laws, International Studies and Creative Intelligence and Innovation. Course information
A Practical Guide to University Preferences If you’re preparing to submit your uni preferences, it’s likely you’ll have a few questions about choosing a course and institution. This article explores some of the questions that are probably on your mind. http://www.hobsonscoursefinder.com.au/Lates t-news/Getting-into-university/A-practicalguide-to-university-preferences
NEW Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws The new combined B Economics and B Laws degree will provide students with requisite legal knowledge, as well as the quantitative skills required for a thorough understanding of key economic principles. Course information
The University of New England Early Entry Program UNE’s Early Entry program allows year 12 students to gain a place at UNE before ATARs are released. Selection for the program is based on an applicant’s ability to work and learn independently, as well as their overall potential for academic success. http://www.une.edu.au/study/study-oncampus/get-early-entry/about
ACU Core Curriculum The University Core Curriculum units emphasise critical judgment, clear expression, ethical decision-making and concern for others, as individuals and as a community. http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/our_universi ty/the_core ACU offers students the opportunity to study one Core Curriculum unit overseas. Generous student scholarships are available to assist with travel and program expenses.
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3D Animation – 24th September, 22nd October, 19th November, 10th December, 9:30am to 4pm http://www.ait.nsw.edu.au/
Australian Veterans’ Children Assistance Trust Scholarships The scholarships are worth between $3000 and $5000 per year and may continue for up to four years. To be eligible to apply for AVCAT scholarship you must be the child or grandchild of a person with operational service (as defined by the legislation) or three or more years’ continuous full-time other service, as a member of the Australian Navy, Army or Air Force. You must be planning to enrol or be enrolled in tertiary education in Australia at an Australian university, TAFE or registered training organisation. http://www.avcat.org.au/scholarships/
HSC REVISION LECTURES The University of Sydney: HSC Preparation Workshops The University of Sydney, Camperdown Throughout September the University of Sydney will be holding a number of exam preparation courses for Year 12 students. Courses are usually three hours in length, with costs of each course ranging from $120 - $158. https://cce.sydney.edu.au/courses/education/H SC Matrix Education: Holiday Courses Chemistry and Physics – 19th to 24th September English Advanced, Mathematics extension 1 and 2, Mathematics Advanced – 26th September to 1st October Biology, Chemistry, Physics – 3rd to 8th October https://www.matrix.edu.au/hscexam-preparation-course/
SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS JMC High School Workshops Modelling and Animation – 23rd September, 10am Games Workshop – 23rd September, 10am Songwriting – 23rd September, 10am Film and Television – 23rd September, 10 Introduction to Digital Design – 23rd September, 10am Entertainment Business Management and Music – 23rd September, 10am Audio Engineering – 23rd September, 10am http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/sydney-highschool-workshops
GENERAL CAREER INFORMATION Become a Psychologist Pathway The Australian Psychological Society has outlined the pathways to become a registered Psychologist. In short it takes a minimum of six years in education and training broken into undergraduate study, postgraduate study, internship and a registrar program. http://www.psychology.org.au/studentHQ/stud ying/study-pathways/
JMC Information Session Career opportunities in Animation, Film and TV, Music, Songwriting, Game Design, Entertainment Management, Audio Engineering and Digital Design. Thursday 29th September 2016, 6:00pm @ 561 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007. http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/inform ation-sessions/jmc-academy-informationsessions
Maths Ad(d)s Maths Ad(d)s gathers together mathematical and statistical jobs that have recently appeared online across a broad spectrum of industries. The online booklet provides an overview of possible careers available to prospective university students after graduation if they include mathematics or statistics in their degrees. http://careers.amsi.org.au/mathsadds/
AIT Workshops Game Design - 24th September, 22nd October, 19th November, 10th December, 9:30am to 4pm Intro to Concept Art - 24th September, 22nd October, 19th November, 10th December, 9:30am to 4pm Film Editing - 24th September, 22nd October, 19th November, 10th December, 9:30am to 4pm Android App Development - 24th September, 22nd October, 19th November, 10th December, 9:30am to 4pm
Careers that started in science The scientists profiled have used their qualifications to catapult themselves into rewarding and diverse roles across the globe. http://www.science.uq.edu.au/career-profiles The future of the Australian workforce This is a very informative article.
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http://australiancareersservice.com.au/2016/08 /02/overview-australian-workforce/
competition. She asked who wanted to join; a few of my friends raised our hands to join in the competition. On the first day we were being taught what the chemicals were and how to use them.
TRADES AND APPRENTICESHIP INFORMATION Career Journeys in Skilled Trades This booklet has inspiring stories about people who are working in trades and how they got there. https://www.migas.com.au/assets/PDFs/16032 1-MIGAS-Career-Journey-Book-Web.pdf
The chemicals were copper sulfate and aluminium potassium sulfate. We would grab the beakers, get the retort stands, Bunsen burner, gauze mat and tripod stand. We would then beaker over the Bunsen burner and add either the copper sulfate or the potassium sulfate.
Australian Apprenticeship and Traineeship Information Sessions 20th October 2016, 9:30am, 1/111 Harrington Street, Sydney The information session will cover various pathways, as well as industry career information, self-help job hunting tips, aptitude quizzes and other general resources. http://www.aatinfo.com.au/What-s-New--FAQ/Events
We slowly grew our crystals in to cool and randomised shapes. For example Anastasi and I grew a crystal in a diamond shape where we made it to the final round. We unfortunately lost but we had a great time. I learnt a lot of things about chemicals; how they should be used, safety precautions and how to use various lab equipment. I would definitely recommend other students from all schools to give it a go.
What it’s really like to do an apprenticeship Find out exactly what is involved from real people who’ve recently completed apprenticeships. From cabinet making to business administration, we have close to 50 videos featuring Australian apprenticeship ambassadors on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7B_ uQpPnIti_Xmugg-8kMLaoX5Z_4tqb https://wacareercentre.wordpress.com/
Gianni Keramitzis
CRYSTAL GROWING Crystal growing was fun, exciting and full of learning. The crystal growing team completed the experiment and competition with enthusiasm and greater understanding about science. We learnt that water is a good solvent because it dissolved the potassium aluminium sulphate and copper sulphate. The mixtures developed into well-defined crystals that earned our team a high place in the competition. If you enjoy doing science, you can achieve a great result and have fun doing it. Our team challenged each other to create the best solutions and the best crystals. The deciding vote was our teacher, who taught us how to create crystals and what was happening to the particles. Overall, our team learnt a lot, had fun and created crystals.
APPRENTICESHIP/ TRAINEESHIP VACANCIES http://austrg.com.au/job-vacancies/ CHRISTMAS JOBS If you are thinking of earning some cash over the Christmas period many organisations are conducting recruitment drives now. For example, Bonds stores are conducting interviews this month! Take a look at: http://au.indeed.com/Christmas-Casual-jobs Ms G Hakos Careers Adviser
LISTENING STUDENTS
James Bletsas
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UNSW Vision Centre
CRYSTAL GROWING
On Thursday the 18th August, Year 5 attended the University of NSW Vision Centre. The
During Term Two, our Science teacher Dr Lakshmi told us about a crystal growing
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excursion gave us the opportunity to learn about our precious eyes.
YEAR 6 SNACK BAR FUNDRAISER On Friday 19th August, Year 6 had a fabulous fundraiser selling healthy, homemade treats. It was a full, colourful, inviting snack bar. Year 6 families prepared and donated cheese twists, cheese muffins, choc dipped strawberries, cucumber and tuna sushi, cheese patties, vegetable surprise packs with dips, crunchy health slice, strawberry and banana/cacao smoothies, berry kinder surprises and banana dolphins and much more. It was a busy, buzzing afternoon at pick up time under our favourite spot, the Mango tree, as Year 6 worked hard to raise just over $1,000.
Our guide gave us a lesson about the human eye. We were told so many interesting facts. One of those being that the human eye sees everything upside down, and our brain then converts the image! Following the lesson, we played with some reflection games and figured out some optical illusions. After a short morning tea, we had our eyes tested. The university students tested us on whether we needed glasses or not. During the test they told us to put on a pair of glasses, and to try to read some blurry letters. Finally, we received a report on the health of our eyes.
We were happy that the students of the College supported our snack bar and ate nutritious food. Year 6 wanted to follow through with the school’s efforts to promote healthy eating. We welcome your ideas on new healthy treats that we could sell at our next two fundraisers. Please approach the Year 6 students and let them know. Look out for our next fundraisers at the end of Term 3 and beginning of Term 4. Thank you to all the families who supported this fruitful event.
It was an interesting, educational and fun day. As we watched the optometry students in practice, not only did we learn facts about our eyes, but we also got a sense of what it was like to be a university student! Thomas Pambris and Willem Chellos 5A
On behalf of Year 6, Christina Pascalis
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she loves and that is representing her school in a sport she loves. These girls actually surprised themselves and enjoyed each game and uncovered their talents and skills. As the for the younger girls watching the development of their skills each week was a privilege and hopefully with further dedication and training 2017 season can be as successful as this year.
SPORTS
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SENIOR SCHOOL REPORT
Congratulations to the Junior B girls who defeated Blue Mountains Grammar in the semi-final 38-16 which meant they would be up against a strong Chevalier in the Grand Final. Given that this was the girls first year of netball, winning the Grand Final was going to be a daunting task. They were riddled with nerves, however, continued to persevere, entering the last quarter the girls were down by 4 and went on to win 26-23. I’ve been told the atmosphere was incredible with the supporter’s encouragement overwhelming and loud. In fact the ISA Director mentioned that this was the most exciting match of the day. Congratulations to the girls on an excellent achievement and Junior Champions.
Saturday 13th August 5 out 8 Girls sports teams played in the ISA Winter semi-finals. Of those 5 teams 2 qualified for the ISA Grand Finals. Congratulations to Opens Football Girls who defeated Barker College 2-1 which resulted in them playing 1st placed St Pauls Grammar at Blacktown International Sports Park. Unfortunately the girls were defeated in the last minute of the match 3-2, however, they showed great determination throughout the whole match. Special mention should go to a number of students who played a pivotal role in the success of the team. Chrystal Christie who Captain coached the team not only taught the girls to be the best players they could be, but she inspired the girls both on and off the field. Her capacity to lead her peers is inspiring and the younger girls were most certainly privileged to play with such a great player but most importantly an exceptional leader. Katie Thimakis despite being the shortest player in the team raised her hand to be the goal keeper for the season, not an easy task. Katie showed commitment and dedication throughout her years whilst participating in girls football and is to be commended for this positive attitude. The remainder of the Year 12 students who only played their first season in their final years at school to ensure their friend Chrystal Christie could finish her last year of school doing what
Congratulations also to the teams that did not qualify: the Intermediate C Netball team who were defeated by Chevalier, the Junior Football team who were defeated by St Andrews Cathedral School and the Open
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your daughter wishes to trial they must be committed to a 10-12 week season over Term 4 2016 and Term 1 2017. The teams available to trial for are as follows: Open A Intermediate (Year 10) Intermediate (Year 9) Junior A, B, C, D – (Year 7 and 8)
Netball team who were defeated by Barker College. To qualify for a semi-final is an achievement in itself given the competiveness of the ISA competition.
ISA REPRESENTATIVE NEWS Congratulations to Rhea Tsimboukis who competed for the Under 15’s ISA Netball team at the NSWCIS championships on Monday 22nd August. The ISA team finished 2nd and Rhea thoroughly enjoyed the experience and will bring back the knowledge and skills to her own team. Well done Rhea.
Thank you to all the parents for your continual support of the Girls Sport program and I hope that support continues in the Summer Season. For all the teachers who supervise the girls each week and assist with the transportation as without your support the girls could not continue to compete each week.
ISA ATHLETICS Since the St Spyridon College Athletics Carnival the selected students chosen to compete at the ISA carnival have been training each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon in preparation for the carnival on the 6th September. The squad also attended a half day training session at Hensley Athletic field on Tuesday in order to allow the students to adequately prepare for each of their disciplines. The 2016 Athletics squad is one of the largest teams we have taken to compete at the ISA carnival and given the attitude and commitment shown by the athletes we should hopefully see some successful results.
To the Year 12 students particularly Georgia Koukounaris, Lia Albanakis and Chrystal Christie who have dedicated their time across a number of sports since Year 7. Their contribution has not been unnoticed and they most certainly left big shoes to fill…. I hope they continue to play the sports they love and enjoy in years to come. Thank you all the coaches: Mr Meintanis, Ms Flokis, Nansia Koukounaris, Andriane Efstratiou, Natalie Michos, Demi Flokis and Cassandra Georgiou who remain patient and dedicate so much of their time to improve the girls’ skills each season. Finally, to Ms Flokis who demonstrates such passion and enthusiasm to get the best out of each player and reinforces the importance that the girls continue to believe in themselves despite the score. I am truly blessed to have such incredibly talented coaching team to support the success of the girls sport program.
ISA SUMMER SEASON – BASKETBALL
Ms K. O’Shea Girls Sport
Trials will commence for the ISA Basketball season during the Thursday ISA lessons. If
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had the better of the game taking an early 2-0 lead. In the second half the boys pressed higher up the field in the hope that they could get the much needed goal to get back in the game only to find that the higher they pushed the more easier it was for the St Pats boys to create more scoring opportunities. Unfortunately the score line blew out and our boys were beaten 5-0. Despite the blow out in the score line, the boys deserve to be commended on making the finals in the first year. They now have the task of trying to back up in the second year to try and bounce back and change the outcome of the final for 2017.
Boys Sport ISA FOOTBALL FINALS 2016 This year the College had three football teams representing the school at this year’s ISA Football finals. The U13 White team, U15 Blue team and U15 White team were all trying to be this year’s champions. Our U15 Blue team was the first team to play on Saturday. The team was undefeated all year, without conceding a goal and their opponents St Patrick’s College were also undefeated. It was a fitting final between two even teams, while St Patrick’s College had the better of the chances, Brendan Borodyansky with his gloves was at his best and his fine work in goal ensured we were in the contest from start to finish. After the full time whistle neither team had been able to score the elusive goal needed to secure victory. Extra time followed and the St Pats team were fortunate to score a goal. Our boys chased the game but were unable to equalise and for this year the St Patrick’s team were champions. Congratulations to the boys and their parent coach Mr Jenkins on this outstanding achievement for season 2016.
The U15 white were out trying to defend their title from last year against St Patrick’s College. While the first half started positively with the boys creating several chances they were unable to secure the first goal and as so often occurs in sport, your opponents seize on the one opportunity they get and St Pats were no different scoring their only real opportunity in the first half to lead at the half time break 10. By the second half the boys had to start pushing numbers forward to try and get the much needed goal. Unfortunately, it was not to be and the boys conceded again. Despite their best efforts the boys lost the game 3-0. The U15 Boys played for the last time together as a team. Next year there will only be one U16 boys’ team with a number of boys being asked to play for the Opens team for 2017.
Next season we will only be having the one U16s football team, we look forward to trying to go one better with the help of Mr Jenkins who will be at the helm.
Thank you to Dane Ivanovic our ex-student coach who has helped to guide the development of boys’ football over the last couple of years. Despite not winning the final we look forward to welcoming him back next year as the possible coach for our Opens Boys Football team.
The U13 White team were next to play against St Patrick’s College. These boys were our Year 7 boys and only in their first year found themselves the unlucky opponents of St Patrick’s College. Unlucky because the St Pats team were undefeated for season 2016 and had only conceded 1 goal throughout the season. Nevertheless our boys were resilient throughout the game, and after the first twenty minutes it was obvious that the St Pats team
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volunteers and coaches are looking forward to an even better season in 2017. We look forward to working closely with all families and students in trying to make season 2017 an even more rewarding season of sport in the ISA.
BOYS BASKETBALL All the boys are now trialing for our ISA Basketball teams for season 2016-2017, we will only be fielding 6 teams this season which include two U13 teams which have already been chosen, one U14, one U15, one U17 and an Opens team. Trials will be taking place both in school time and may also include additional trial times during mornings.
Congratulations to all the boys’ finalists and their respective coaches. Season 2016 was a great success and it goes without saying that when you are competing in the Division 1 competition, making finals is indeed a major victory.
Mr F. Kaldis Boys Sport
It looks as though the College will retain its position in the Division 1 competition for season 2017. I know that all our parent
PREFECT PROFILE Name: Kiri Kondou Age: 16 years Number of years at St Spyridon College: 8 years Previous Leadership Roles: SRC, Peer Support. Subjects I am currently studying: English Advanced, Mathematics, Mathematics Ext 1, Business Studies, Food Technology, Chemistry. Hobbies: Reading, spending time with family, hanging out with friends and catching up on my favourite TV shows. My future aspirations: I’d like to pursue a career in healthcare. My role models: Emma Watson (actress) and my mum. Favourite quote: If you only do what you can do, you'll never be better than what you are – My proudest moment: Becoming a part of the 2016 Prefect Body. One piece of advice I would give to younger students: Don’t say NO all the time. Be grateful for the opportunities you are provided with, give yourself a challenge, take that risk and don’t worry about what anyone else thinks.
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The Parents & Friends Association will be hosting our annual FATHER’S DAY STALLS at the Junior School WHEN: Monday 29th August through till Friday 2ndSeptember (during and after lunch) All students are invited to purchase a small gift for their fathers, grandfathers, uncles, father figures and godfathers.
A display of gifts will be for sale at
$10, $15, $20 and $25 Students will visit the stall with their class groups to purchase their gifts. Please place your nominated amount in an envelope and give to your child on any one of the above dates.
Thank you once again for supporting our fundraising efforts for the College! Please also find attached 10 raffle tickets for your purchase at a donation of $1 each. The raffle prizes will be drawn at our Father’s Day Breakfast on Tuesday 6th September. Please write your child’s full name and a mobile number on each ticket and return them with the correct money in an envelope to the school office by Monday 5th September.
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INVITATION You are warmly invited to the 300 Spartans Cocktail Party to be held at the Junior School Saturday 3rd September 2016 at 5.00pm On this occasion, an auction will be held for Leonidas’ name and armour including his shield and sword. We will also be drawing the 5 winning raffle tickets, for five travel vouchers of $2000 each, of which there are still some left for purchase. With only 300 tickets, the chances of winning are very high. In addition we will be unveiling the new 300 Spartans Mural. We still need a few Spartans to complete the Mural. This is an opportunity for those who want to be part of the mural and the College’s journey to join in. All proceeds will go to the St Spyridon College Building Fund. Please RSVP by the 27th August 2016 to enable us to cater properly. Entry and refreshments are free. So come along and catch up with old friends and students, teachers and supporters of our College. Everyone is welcome. RSVP: Helen on 9313 6899 or admin@stspyridon.org.au
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@ OUR JUNIOR SCHOOL … IS BACK!!
SUNDAY 30th OCTOBER 2016
YOU ARE INVITED TO HIRE A STALL WITH US!
For further details, please contact our P&F members: Angela Kasmas 0407 061 940 Joanna Coutts 0419 992 027 22
ST SPYRIDON COLLEGE PARENTS & FRIENDS ASSOCIATION SPRING FAIR 2016 CONTRACT OF STALL HIRE PACKAGE Dear Sir/Madam, We welcome your participation in the St Spyridon College Spring Fair 2016 which will take place on the grounds of the Junior College Campus on 80 Gardeners Road Kingsford, located behind the St Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church. The Fair will officially operate from 11am until 5pm on Sunday 30th October 2016. We wish to inform you of the details and conditions of the stall hire. The fee required for one stall hire is $250. The hiring fee covers you for 6 hours of hire - from 11am until 5pm. The stall hire package also offers you the following items: - 1 sheltered stall structure - 3 long trestle tables covered with single coloured plastic tablecloths - 2 chairs - 1 laminated sign of your business positioned at the shelter top. Full payment of the stall must be made at a minimum of 2 working weeks prior to the Fair in order to secure the stall. Therefore, payment is required by Friday 14th October 2016 in the form of cash or cheque to the Front Office of the St Spyridon College Junior School (address above) or via Direct Deposit to our account, St Spyridon Parents & Friends Junior School BSB: 062 303 Account number: 2800 7218. Once this has occurred, a receipt will be provided. The full amount will be refunded to the stallholder only if the Fair is officially cancelled by the St Spyridon College Parents & Friends Association committee. Please sign below and fax to front office on 9663 5365 once you have carefully read the above conditions of the stall hire contract. If you have any further queries or concerns please contact P&F committee members Angela Kasmas 0407061940 or Joanna Coutts 0419992027. I, ___________________________ agree with all the conditions stated above with regards to the Stall hire Package for Spring Fair 2016.
Stall Holder’s Full Name printed
Stall Holder’s Signature _______________________ Date
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ST SPYRIDON COLLEGE
TERM 1 Thursday 26th January 2017 th
2017 DATES
Australia Day, Public Holiday
Friday 27 January 2017
Staff Development Day
Monday 30th January 2017
Staff Development Day
Tuesday 31st January 2017
Years 1 to 7, 11 & 12 commence
Wednesday 1st February 2017
Kindergarten and Years 8 – 10 commence
Friday 7th April 2017
Term ends
Sunday 16th April2017
Easter
TERM 2
Monday 24th April 2017
Staff Development Day
Tuesday 25th April 2017
Anzac Day, Public Holiday
Wednesday 26th April 2017
Students return
Monday 12th June 2017
Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday
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Friday 23 June 2017
Term ends for Staff and students
TERM 3
Monday 17th July 2017
Staff Development Day
Tuesday 18th July 2017
Students return
Tuesday 15th August 2017
The Dormition of the Theotokos – School Closed
Friday 22nd September 2017
Term ends for Staff and students
TERM 4
Monday 9th October 2017
Staff Development Day
Tuesday 10th October 2017
Students return
Thursday 7th December 2017
Term ends for students
Friday 8th December 2017
Staff Development Day
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