St Spyridon Stylus No 23

The voice of St. Spyridon College

| December 2016 | NUMBER 23 |

ΑΙΕΝ ΑΡΙΣΤΕΥΕΙΝ

Cover and Photography by Nick Bourdo and Anthony Condous.

stylus The Strategic Plan 2012 – 2016* The new Strategic Plan 2012-2016, will pursue “Excellence in All Things”.

The College will provide students with a culture of high expectations driven by best effort from everyone – from students, teachers, parents, the Board and Parish.

A focus on programs for students with a high intellectual potential, will enrich the educational practices of differentiation and innovation.

Students will experience an education with a moral purpose. As Global citizens, they will work together and alone to make a difference – to make the world better by their presence, thoughts and actions.

Students will have faith in God and in themselves because they learn in a culture of confidence and trust, that upholds the dignity and worth of every person.

Strong and effective operations will ensure a safe and secure environment where students learn in functional and conducive buildings and facilities with optimum access to up to date technologies.

The Seven Goals of the Strategic Plan 2012 – 2016 Goal 1 - Rich and diverse educational experiences that aim for excellence and demand best effort.

Goal 2 - A Passport to Global Citizenship for students.

Goal 3 - Teachers of excellence.

Goal 4 - Strong and dynamic partnerships with parents.

Goal 5 - Established reputation as a centre of excellence.

Goal 6 - A safe environment based on sound policies and procedures.

Goal 7 - A secure financial future with functional and conducive buildings and facilities.

The Pursuit of Excellence in all things

The term Stylus is used to describe a myriad of different devices used in computing, science, medicine, art and technology. In ancient times, a stylus was the bone or ivory pen used to write on wax or clay tablets. Stylus is also the Greek word for pillar, denoting strength and grace. * A copy of the full Strategic Plan is available for download at www.stspyridon.nsw.edu.au

Extract from speech at Academic & Student Leadership Assembly

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ur College motto is “Αιέν Αριστεύειν”, “Ever Striving

commend our teachers for their commitment and dedication

to Excel”. We are proud that over 90% of our students

to our students’ progress.

choose to go on to university.

We thank the members of the P & F Committee 2016 and

But we are just as proud when we see our students line up

our inimitable President Mrs Erenie Bourdaniotis for an

with all dignity to take Holy Communion; when we receive

outstanding year of school community events. These raise

- as we often do, a letter from a complete stranger, telling

money certainly - but just as importantly, our P&F contributes

us of your kindness and compassion; when people off the

to culture building, to creating a strong sense of belonging, and

street come in to enrol their children - not because of our

shared pride in our wonderful school. This year a spectacular

advertising, but because they are impressed with the general

total of $70,000 has been raised. Congratulations P&F.

conduct of the students who wear our uniform.

We thank the Very Reverend Father Steven Scoutas, for his

My dear students, there are thousands of people - millions

hard work in the service of the Church and its people over

of people out there getting paid a lot of money to look after

many years. We thank Father Sotiri for his lovingkindness and

themselves. There are a lot of clever people out there mak-

his prayers. We thank Mr Livissianis and his Board. Thank you

ing the world a little bit worse by their presence - because

to Mrs Tsaconas for her services to the College in her capacity

they do not have what you have. And what you have is

as PEO/College Bursar.

“Φιλότιμο”. What you have is values-Αξίες. You are by your very nature brave and honourable. For you, the pursuit of excellence goes beyond academic ambition; because here we endeavour to develop the whole person, Mind, Body and Soul. What you have my dear students, is sheer determination - and a passion for everything you put your minds to.

Part of the credit for your achievements must surely go to

Very soon, students will come forward to receive their awards. We commend them one and all. Some of you already received recognition for your efforts and achievements at the Middle School Assembly and we congratulate you for this.

We commend our many strong and quiet achievers who may not get an award today, but who have done their personal best in their learning and general conduct. I want you to know that we notice you, and are proud of you.

your parents and your teachers. I take this opportunity to Mrs E. Stefanou-Haag Head of College

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ΑΙΕΝ ΑΡΙΣΤΕΥΕΙΝ THEONI THIMAKIS – HSC CLASS 2015 COLLEGE DUX, ARONEY AWARD WINNER UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT:

Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy) University of Sydney.

It is with great honour and privilege that I stand here as recipient of the Professor Aroney award and would like to thank the late Professor Aroney’s family for this honour.

I must say how much I have missed coming here every day and the comfort this school provided me. It was like a home away from home for me. Walking through the school gates always brings back many memories.

the world. Relish the time you have the privilege of going to St Spyridon College, for never again will there be a time when there are so many people around you wanting the best for you.

From my very first day of kindergarten all the way back in 2003, I have had the honour of being surrounded by such people, with the late Mrs Hamer offering continual encouragement, support and guidance, welcoming all new students to the St Spyridon family.

St Spyridon College has created an environment like no other school. It is small, intimate and everyone is made to feel like part of the family. You don’t know how fortunate you are to attend this great place until your time here has ended.

One of the best parts of my final year at St Spyridon is how supported I felt by my family, friends and teachers. Truth be said, I could not have accomplished this achievement alone.

It took the effort of many people to get me here today. I will never forget my family’s love, encouragement and the many sacrifices they have made as they supported me to strive for the very best. For this and their many other acts of love I would like to thank them.

Now that I have moved on from St Spyridon College to university over the past year I can see now how the Christian values and morals the school has instilled in me has shaped my overall behaviour and outlook on life and

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank my teachers. Their never-ending faith in my abilities made me only want to do them proud. I will never forget my teacher’s willingness to take time out of their free periods,

Congratulations to the Scholarship Winners.

University Scholarship Winners: Christos Kollias, Calioppe Kefalas, Theoni Thimakis.

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Adriana Drakoulis, Taylor Marinos, Rhea Tsimboukis, Joanna Skouteris with Mr Con Livissianis Parish President.

lunchtime, recess and after school to help me with my study. They always gave me the time of day, so thank you.

Mr Giles, for your dedication to your students, all those early morning classes and never hesitating to take time out of your lunch to explain concepts to me. Dr Hickie for marking and remarking my essays throughout the entire year. Mrs Koutsoukis for your dramatic interpretations of texts and for never letting a single English lesson be boring.

Mr Croft for actively helping each of your students grasp the more difficult concepts and Mr Kollias, your love for mathematics was infectious and never failed to let us see the beauty of the subject.

In particular, however, I would like to acknowledge Ms Kalithrakis, who at times was much more than just a teacher. She was a mentor, a counsellor, a comforter and a friend. Throughout all of year 12 you were my pillar of support, your office door was always open, you were

Mr Michael Michaelas, CEO Bank of Sydney with recipients of the Athena Pallas Award for Reading in Modern Greek and English.

Dr Nicholas Pappas presents the Goldstein Award for Leadership by Example to Chrystal Christie

always willing to discuss subjects, exams, study or even just a chat about the weekend. Thank you so much for your belief in me and for always going above and beyond for me.

To the students of Year 12 2017, I wish you all the very best for the year ahead. By no means it is not an easy one, however it is a very fulfilling and satisfying year where some of your best memories will be made.

To the current year 12 enjoy the break and I hope all your aspirations come true.

Once more I would like to thank everyone in the St Spyridon College community for giving me the opportunity to be the very best I can be. I feel very proud, honoured and grateful to be receiving this award, given the calibre of past recipients, and I hope that I can do you proud in my future endeavours.

Thank You.

Prof. Socrates Dokos presents the Primary Award for Mathematics to Paul Giavis – Junior School Dux

ΑΡΙΣΤΕΥΕΙΝ Award recipients for first in Years 7-11 with Mr Theo Premetis AHEPA “Education Commitee NSW”.

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Past Students - Where are they now?

Sam Scoutas - HSC Class 2000 Sam was interviewed by The Australian Business Review in his capacity as Managing Director of Fiber Corp which is a Sydney based independent broadband infrastructure provider.

Congratulations Sam, we are proud of you.

Fiber Corp looks to fill NBN gap The tortured politics surrounding the National Broadband Network has opened the doors for a number of independent broadband infrastructure providers to step into the breach.

One of these operators, Sydney-based Fiber Corp, is targeting new apartment buildings to bring them superfast broadband before NBN Co comes to their neck of the woods.

Backed by veteran food industry businessman Nicholas Moraitis, Fiber Corp is looking to deploy fibre infrastructure that it says can deliver speeds ranging from 200Mbps up to 10Gbps using equipment provided by its technology partner Calix.

The Fiber Corp idea started taking shape three years ago and company managing director Sam Scoutas told The Australian the key catalyst was frustration within the business community about getting access to high-quality broadband.

“We identified there was a significant gap with infrastructure in the country. Some of our business customers (were) waiting up to six months for fibre installs and were unable to use the best technology,” he said.

One factor that compounded the delay was the less than ideal pace of the NBN rollout. The inception of the project and its role as a wholesale access monopoly disincentivised existing operators to launch new wholesale offers while the slower than expected network rollout left many customers in the metro areas underserviced.

“What the government of the day neglected (to say) was that 78 per cent of metro areas in Australia already had fibre infrastructure on the ground. Telstra had the Velocity program, which did exactly what NBN Co is doing but when they signed over the copper, they also signed away the ability to compete with NBN Co,” Mr Scoutas said.

“NBN has a fantastic role to play in this country in rural and regional areas that need better connectivity … but the government should allow private operators like us, like Opticomm, to target high-rise greenfields areas in the metros.”

With taxpayer exposure to the NBN now up to $50 billion, the complicated financial engineering that keeps the NBN off the budget is underpinned by NBN Co facing as little competition as possible in the wholesale space but Mr Scoutas says the emphasis needs to be on getting customers connected.

“I have developers that have built 200 apartment complexes but are waiting for up to six months before the NBN comes and activate services. We are there the day the building is completed with our network ready to go,” he said. “The NBN has done a fantastic job in marketing something that they can’t sell.”

Terry Giavis - HSC Class 2007 Prefect.

Bachelor of Commerce at Australian Catholic University (ACU) Graduated 2012 Now Account Executive at Associated Foreign Exchange (AFEX) AFEX is a trusted global payment and risk management solutions specialist with a heritage that dates back to 1979. They offer a comprehensive range of global payment and foreign exchange services, including Foreign Currency Drafts, Wire Transfers, risk management tools and designated Account Executives.

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stylus Unsurprisingly, pure fibre, which is taken into every premises, is at the heart of the Fiber Corp.

The company has secured a deal with US access vendor Calix, which will provide the standards-based GPON and NG-PON2 gear to power its services.

“They have given us the entire arsenal of their technology and guaranteed that the products that we are taking into the buildings can achieve speeds hundreds of times faster than what NBN Co can deliver,” Mr Scoutas said.

NBN models. While the glacial rollout speed of the Labor NBN created discontent and demand in the market, the Coalition government’s decision to ditch full fibre has given operators like Fiber Corp a technological advantage.

The company hopes to leverage its advantage to carve out a handy niche in the greenfields market with a product squarely aimed at developers.

Mr Scoutas says fibre opens up a number of additional opportunities as developers explore the potential of the emergent trends of smart home and building automation, as well as services such as high-quality IP CCTV, intercom and access control.

“This is not pie in the sky stuff; this doesn’t need stars and planets to align.”

The secret, Mr Scoutas says, is the fibre optic backbone to which individual building networks will be overlaid.

With no contention “We are an ACMA between the buildings, approved carrier and the fibre network Fiber Corp group general manager Abdul Helou, left, managing director we are not here to can be optimised for Sam Scoutas and chief information officer Joel Clarke. just line up a few speed and function. multi-dwelling buildings,’’ he said.

It’s a luxury that NBN Co doesn’t have under its current mixed “We are looking to generate technology improvements for technology mandate and it’s a weakness outfits like Fiber Corp our core customers and that means keeping a close eye on the are seeking to exploit. evolving technology.”

In a way, Fiber Corp has benefited from the deficiencies of both

Miss F. Kilias - HSC Class 2010 Bachelor of Economics, Master of Teaching University of NSW (UNSW) Teacher of Mathematics at St Spyridon College “Mathematics may not teach us to add love or minus hate, but it gives us every reason to hope that every problem has a solution.”

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Student Leadership

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George Raptis (Senior Prefect), Larissa Andrianakos (Vice Captain), Constantinos Kollias (College Captain), Charlie Georgas and Sienna Tsoukalas (Junior School Captains) with Father Steven, Father Sotiris and Mrs Stefanou-Haag.

College Leaders 2017 - The Prefect Body

Larissa Andrianakos Demetrios Avdalis Keti Bull Michael Constantopedos Joel Dean

Charalambos Gavalas Giorge Gemisis Peter Giokas Constantinos Gouskos Sabrina Hijazi

Constantinos Kollias Vasileios Kourliaftis Kristen Phillips George Raptis Joel Richardson

Irene Roussis Kerryanne Syros Georgio Svolos Tina Ventoura Deyarna Xenos

Junior School Leaders 2017

Captains Sienna Tsoukalas Charlie Georgas Vice Captains Sophia Karatasos and Nektarios Kollias

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Prefects Crystal Coulits Adam Stamos Jasmin Moros Alexander Kumar Krissy Bourdaniotis Nicholas Notaras Talia Diamond

Willem Chellos

Anna Kakakios

House Captains Corinthians

Nemeans

Hudson Rallis Theoni Asproukos Delphians Antony Kourliaftis

Kosta Micos Fiona Neroutsos Olympians Stavros Haralambides Angelina Costa

Stepping Out HSC Intensive Studio Practice Constantinos Kollias and Irene Roussis spent five days during July and then the September school holidays at the National Art School in Darlinghurst completing the HSC Intensive Studio Practice course.

Constantinos worked on the Printmaking studio focusing on the practice of etching.

Quote from Constantinos “The atmosphere was dynamic and encouraging. I learnt new skills that enhanced and harnessed my creativity.”

Irene was in the painting studio. Quote from Irene, “At NAS I was given autonomy in what I did. There was no judgment from the staff but they did give a lot of positive energy and feedback. I didn’t feel left out, as we were all new and in the same boat.”

Constantinos Kollias, Ms Pringle and Irene Roussis What should be noted is that most necessary to prepare the body of work for the HSC in 2017. schools only had one student accepted Both students were especially proud of the exhibition for family into the program. St Spyridon was unusual having multiple and friends at the end of the week. students accepted. We are getting a reputation in the outside arts community.

Ms M. Pringle The students gained knowledge and technical conceptual skills

Art Department

The Communicator’s Forum Nida Event Mrs Laskas and I felt incredibly proud when the NIDA teachers announced that four of our own students impressed them the most, taking first position with their unique pitch.

Mrs E. Mulligan - English Team

Police Force Work Experience In August, I was lucky enough to participate in the Botany Bay Local Area Command Work Experience Program. As a result, I got to experience many different areas of the NSW Police Force and a taste for what it means to be a Police Officer.

would definitely recommend this program to others who are interested in a career in the NSW Police Force. And I urge others when given an opportunity such as this to defiantly give it a go and not be scared of trying out different things.

Those four days were the my most enjoyable days in my life; I

Jordan Bond - Year 10

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Life at the Junior School Junior School Steps Out Not even the damp and miserable weather could deter the Year 5 students who performed at the Greek Festival at Parramatta in December. The children performed in Greek, the play written by Ka. Stella “Elia”. In attendance were His Grace, Bishop Iakovos, Fr Dimitri Kokkinos and Dr Stavros Kirimis, Consul General of Greece. The audience were amazed by the many lines the children had to learn and the ease with which they delivered them.

We thank Mrs Dimitra Micos and the Hellenic Lyceum

Sydney, for sharing their space with us as the stage that was erected for the performance was unable to be used due to the weather.

We are honoured that ka. Stella trusted her beloved script to our students and also directed them to get the best possible performance. We thank ka. Anna and Mrs Bennett who accompanied the students to the event and, the parents who willingly and enthusiastically support the students in all that they do.

Write 4 Fun - Imaginative, Intepretive, Critical and Creative Students Recently, the students were provided with opportunities to showcase their talents through authentic learning platforms outside the classroom. Ms McCarthy and Miss Bletsogiannis coordinated Write4Fun and Oz Kids in Print and along with Mrs Bartlett and the Primary teachers, entered students into both of these.

We are proud to announce that we had more than 10 students successfully progress past the initial judging stages in the 2016 schools Write4Fun competition and we have been presented with a Certificate of Excellence. This is an extraordinary result as less than 10% of schools achieved this level of achievement. We look forward to the announcement of

the winners on the 26th of October.

We congratulate Anastasia Lambrou from Year 6 who had her literary work published in Oz Kids in Print last month and, who is now eligible for the 2016 Young Australian Writer’s Award. Well done Anastasia! We look forward to reading more or your stories. We thank Ms McCarthy and Mrs Bartlett for encouraging Anastasia and supporting her with her writing.

NSW Music Teachers Junior Music Festival Crystal Coulits and Mrs Coyne attended the NSW Music Teachers Association Junior Music Festival in October. This annual festival attracts students who are studying music with a private Music teacher.

Crystal Coulits of 5I was awarded first place for her wonderful performance of “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly” from the musical My Fair Lady. Well done Crystal.

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Anastasia Lambrou Year 6

Future Scientist Day To celebrate science and showcase some brilliant ideas, St Spyridon College held the Year 6 fundraising event ‘Future Scientist Day!’ in October.

On this day, everybody came to school dressed as a Future Scientist and donated a gold coin!

The runners up included: 3rd highest rated idea - Ciana Foti Equal 4th highest rated idea - Talia Diamond and Cara Diamond 6th highest rated idea - Vasili Giaras

It was a fun-filled day full of science challenges, investigations and experiments. Followed by a special ‘Future Scientist’ assembly, where the finalists presented their highest rated ‘Little Big Ideas’.

7th highest rated idea - Eva Drivas

In the weeks leading up to ‘Future Scientist Day’, these finalists asked their family and friends to sponsor their idea. Their sponsors rated their idea from 1-5 stars. 1 star equalled $1, 2 stars equalled $2 and so forth.

11th highest rated idea - Heleena Ginis

Our Future Scientists for 2016 were Angelique Drakakis and Chrissy Drakakis! Who received equal first place for the highest rated idea.

Equal 8th highest rated idea - Jorge Cooney, Paul Giavis and Christos Paraschos

Together with the gold coin donations and sponsorships, we raised $686.50 for our school. Thank you everyone for your initiative and enthusiasm. Your brilliant ideas are a beacon, leading us all into an exciting and innovative future.

Miss T. Bletsogiannis - Curriculum Coordinator

Olympics Day Last term, the Year 6 students as part of their leadership program organised and lead “The St Spyridon College Olympic Games”. Inspired through sport and the values and ethos of our College Year 6 prepared activities for all classes K – 5 and worked in teams to run these activities.

The children enjoyed being outdoors and enthusiastically engaged with all the activities. They cooperated with one

another and demonstrated sportsmanship. During the breaks they spread out and enjoyed the open space, playing their own games. Not one complaint or argument was heard.

We thank Ms McCarthy for coordinating the day and preparing the students and Mr Davies for assisting. Our thanks are extended to Mrs Bourdaniotis and our P & F for providing lunch.

Mrs A. Synesios - Principal Junior School

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A Dynamic Community

300 SPARTANS APPEAL

In September, $60,000 was raised for the building fund at the 300 Spartans Cocktail Party. We gratefully acknowledge the following Spartan Sponsors: “LEONIDAS”- George Milios “SHIELD”

- Bill and Kathleen Drakopoulos

”SWORD” - Nick and Georgina Anastasopoulos “SPEAR”

- John and Alexia Drakoulis

“CLOAK”

- Philip and Julia Eliopoulos

The $2000 travel vouchers were won by the following: Mrs Karedis, Mrs Tsaconas, Mr Missos, Mrs Stratiotis-Kasmas, and Mr Tsougranis.

We thank Mr Peter Souleles, MC and Coordinator of the event. We appreciate the hard work of Mrs Christina Tsaconas and Parish Staff, Mrs Helen Simicos and the Parents & Friends for this wonderful event.

Mrs E. Stefanou-Haag

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Thank You P&F Fathers Day Breakfast

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Accademic and Student Leadership

Theoni Thimakis – Aroney Award winner HSC 2015 College Dux with Mr Stephen Aroney.

Mrs Olga Brown with the Orthodox Studies Award recipients.

Mr Ron Hoenig MP with award recipients from Year 5 Indigo.

Erenie Bourdaniotis P & F President with Year 7 award recipients.

Mrs Christina Tsaconas with Year 8 award recipients.

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Cr Anthony Andrews with award recipients from Year 3 Amethyst.

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Year 10 award recipients with Mr Con Pavlou.

Year 11 award recipients with Mr Michael Stavropoulos.

Mrs Vaya Tournas with Year 12 award recipients.

Mr Matt Thistlethwaite MP with Year 12 award recipients.

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Celebrating The Arts 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 all 360 of them, 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.

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“The Class with the record number of twins ends up being a powerhouse of talent and originality. An electric Showcase of what is best about our school. For the Year 12 Class of 2016, it has always been A Time to Shine. You Dared to Dream, and took us on a magical journey Over the Rainbow, wearing your Yellow Gloves. I look at you and see the flame of fire within each of you, all of different hues, all beautiful. And I can see that you have not even begun to realise the power that you have to impact on the world. I hope you never change - except to get stronger in your faith. That you stay strong and determined and optimistic.�

Mrs E. Stefanou-Haag

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Community Action Junvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Presentation Student representatives from each of the invited schools, gave a short presentation. Our Junior School Captains, Jamyson Gouveros and Adriana Drakoulis, accepted the certificate and spoke on our behalf…

Mrs Synesios, Jamyson Gouveros, Adriana Drakoulis & Ms Bletsogiannis with IPSHA cheque presented to JDRF representative.

In September, IPSHA presented a cheque to a representative of JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) for the total monies raised by IPSHA schools that participated in, or donated money towards the IPSHA Fundraiser “Walk Around the World for JDRF”.

St Spyridon College, as one of the top four fundraising schools in NSW, were invited to take part in this presentation where IPSHA Federal President, Ms Deb Dalwood, presented a cheque of $137,862.10 to JDRF Australia.

“…We premise our proud fundraising results on the values and principles which are taught at our school. At St Spyridon College, the harmonious development of students into intact, resilient and socially responsible persons, is promoted and nurtured. We value the community as an extension of our Orthodox Church. We have a duty to contribute to the welfare of others, and we work together as a school community to do this. Friendship, compassion and decency are our distinguishing characteristics. We thank everyone involved in this fundraising event. The combined effort, support, encouragement and generosity, are a true reflection of dynamic community spirit known as ‘St Spyridon College’.”

Miss T. Bletsogiannis Curriculum Coordinator

Snog Fundraiser Concert

Senior School student representatives went to the Seymour Centre in July for the concert which featured Damien Leith and the 10 Soprano’s.

Jeans For Genes Day In August, students came dressed in denim apparel and donated $2 gold coins in support of Jeans for Genes day.

Additionally, eight Year 9 representatives travelled to Westfield Eastgardens to sell merchandise on behalf of the Children’s Medical Research Institute. This organization is committed to unlocking the mysteries of children’s disease. Scientists at the institute investigate conditions such as birth defects, cancer, and epilepsy. Unfortunately in Australia one in twenty children is born with a congenital abnormality or genetic disease.

That’s over 12,000 children each year! The Children’s Medical Research Institute is dedicated to changing this.

Institute like SNOG, use every dollar donated to help scientists discover treatments and cures, to give every child the opportunity to live a long and healthy life.

Ms G. Kokinelis Dean of Middle School

Congratulations and thank you to all for your donations, SRC’s who collected them and students from Year 9:- Leo Gouskos, Bill Avdalis, Stella Ktenas, Sophie Ioannidis, Sonya Paradisis, Katherine Raptis, Christopher Vlachos and Brendan Borodyansky, who did a really wonderful job selling merchandise at Eastgardens as well as James Valmas and Alexia Costa from Year 7 for assisting at school. Altogether $2,100 was raised.

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Excelling in Sports FOR REPRESENTING CIS NSW ATHLETICS TEAM AT PSSA

Natalia Fountoulis

Netball Champions - Lia Albanakis, Larissa Andrianakos, Christiana Kilias, Georgia Koukounaris, Maria Krassas, Anastasia Mylonas, Sonya Paradisis, Rhea Tsimboukis, Tina Ventoura, Christina Vlahos

Leon Kalyvas FOR REPRESENTING CIS SOCCER AT PSSA

Girls Basketball Champions - Lia Albanakis, Larissa Andrianakos, Chrystal Christie, Jennifer Contominas, Christiana Kilias, Georgia Koukounaris, Maria Krassas, Tiana Milisavljevic Rhea Tsimboukis, Tina Ventoura

Paul Giavis Open Boys Football Champions - Nathan Adam, Steven Antoniou, Lewis Athanasopoulos, Panos Bounos, Alexander P. Cardamis, Gabriel Cassimatis, George Contominas, Peter Giokas, Michael Hatzon, Christian Ishak, Nicholas Kollias, Jacob Mavrolefterou, Alexander Michos, Harilaos Papas, Billy Retsas, Hesan Soufi, Alexander Stamoulis, James Stathis

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COLLEGE SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEAR

ISA Intermediate B’s Girls Basketball Champions - Jennifer Contominas, Carissa Frazis, Florence Georges, Erin Giaris, Felicity Ginis, Maria Krassas, Kallioppi Mentis, Yovana Stosic, Deyarna Xenos

Eleni Haralambides ISA Swimming U12 50m Freestyle U12 50m Backstroke ISA Cross Country - U12 4km ISA Athletics - U12 1500m COLLEGE SPORSTSMAN OF THE YEAR

ISA Junior Boys Division 2 Swimming Champions - Vasilis Bounos, John Dalakiaris, Marko Gacevic, Christian Jenkins, Jordan Kougias, Nicholas Lisgaris, Jonathon Mournehis, Dean Tsalikis, Spiros Zafiropoulos

Nicholas Kollias

Intermediate Boys ISA Division 2 Athletics Champions - Nathan Adam, Alexander Alsop, Jordan Bond, Brendan Borodyansky, Alexandros Gousetis, Constantinos Kollias, Nicholas Kollias, Anthony Pascalis, Zac Prelec, John Trovas, Daniel Xeras

15 yrs Long Jump 15 yrs Triple Jump 15 yrs High Jump ISA - 1st in High Jump CIS - 1st overall 15’s High Jump 1.85m NSW All Schools - 2nd in High Jump 1.88m.

Australian All Schools Athletics Championships – 6th in High Jump 1.88m Pierre De Coubertin Award

Chrystal Christie

ISA Junior C’s Netball Champions - Stephanie Bousoutis, Rida Chowdhury, Katherine Fragias, Elise Georgiou, Maria Grivas, Dimitra Katsidis, Anneta Maroulis, Demi Micos, Anna-Simone Mina, Valentina Spyridopoulos STYLUS Page 25

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