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College Events Science Week -06-04College Events Kindness Week3:23Col-heartyourallwithitatworkdo,youWhatever Pupil Free Day: Friday 9 September Years 7-10 students - pupil free day/no learning set Year 11 tertiary students - attend school to complete AST trial (multiple choice and short response questions). Year 11 and 12 accredited and Year 12 tertiary students - to access and complete coursework (detailed in SEQTA for timetabled periods that day) independently from home.
Whilst behind the scenes there was some drama around the non-arrival of the traditional rides, our St Clare’s Dance Party proved to be a wonderful success. I was so pleased to see the joy evident on the faces of the students at the spectacular: DJ music, lights, fog and pyrotechnics! A movie was available for those students wanting a quieter option. A huge thank you to Stu Thompson for his significant assistance in getting this great action happening. Another new initiative was the afternoon Variety Show run by the SRC, supported by Mrs Jess Campbell. Congratulations to each year group entry for showcasing their talents, but particularly the dancing, singing and theatrical Year 8 crew who won the inaugural event.
We are now more than half way through the term and I want to thank the amazing staff of St Clare’s for their dedication, particularly with the staffing impacts this term. We have been reporting our staffing absences to Catholic Education each day and we were in serious discussions around what adjustments we could make in response to staff shortfalls of 20-25% in Weeks 3 and 4. Thankfully, we have seen a significant improvement in the last 2 weeks and are now sitting more comfortably with less than 10% of staff out on any day. The shortfall in teachers was the result of three key factors coinciding: a significant peak in illness in staff & their families, end of notice period for a number of staff moving out of teaching or to new schools, and delays in recruitment of new staff due to the nationwide teacher shortage and ‘red-tape’ around the WwVP and teacher registration requirements for teachers moving to us from interstate. We are so pleased to have welcomed a number of new teachers to St Clare’s in the last couple of weeks. Thank you for your understanding when your daughter has noted the number of relief teachers she has had, particularly in Weeks 3 & 4. All lessons have had work set on SEQTA and students have access to teachers. One of the many great strengths of the ACT Senior Secondary System is that while we maintain the expectations of core content and quality assessment, the timing and scope of assessments are entirely determined by the teachers of the subject at the school. We are confident that all our classes are receiving quality learning experiences, by qualified teachers, and that any disruptions will be accommodated for by the teachers when assessments are delivered.
While I was out of action for the week before Feast Day, I used the time to read a wonderful fictional account of the life of St Clare. The work was inspired by the author’s research into St Clare, his interactions with the Poor Clare sisters in communities in Italy and his Franciscan spirituality. It really brought her to life for me and I recommended this book to anyone wanting to know more about her and explore why St Clare is the perfect patron saint for our College (St. Clare of Assisi: Light From the Cloister by Bret Thoman OFS). Thank you to Mrs Marie Manning for all her efforts in preparing the beautiful Mass, and to Fr Alex from our St Christopher’s Cathedral Parish who is supporting us along with Fr Trenton. The presentation of a St Clare’s medal to a student in each House was a wonderful way to honour some of our students who epitomise the spirit of St Clare.
Generally, my observation is that our students have become more settled as Term 3 has progressed. Now is the longest time students have been at school without interruption in the last 3 years. A great time for our new Assistant Principal Pastoral Care and Wellbeing to arrive, and we are excited by the experience and strategic insights Caroline McCaffrie is providing within her portfolio and to our Leadership Team.
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As mentioned previously, I have connected with our police liaison officer at Woden Police station: Constable Samantha Everest. Constable Sam and her colleague Constable Chloe visited last week and delivered information on the police as a service and future job, and in dealing with certain behaviours relevant to the students in Years 7-9: being a bystander, uploading images to social media, supporting friends by speaking up, vaping and other illegal substance use and police power to seize phones for evidence. The talks were positively received by our students. I have given Constables Sam and Chloe an open invitation when on patrol to pop in and continue building community connections.
What a wonderful experience it was for me to be part of the St Clare’s Feast Day. We began with a lovely Mass reflecting deeply on the life and mission of St Clare.
St Clare’s girls have much to be grateful for: they are fortunate to live in the Canberra region, have the support of friends and family members, and are part of this inclusive and welcoming school community where all staff are working to assist their progress and growth. This week I have met each year group. One of my key messages has been the importance of forging and strengthening connections within their cohorts and across year groups. This week the College has promoted ‘Kindness Week’ and I’ve asked students to consider what acts of kindness they can do. Those ‘little services done for others’ that St Clare calls for can have a powerful and positive impact on those around them.
I am passionate about girls’ education and have spent my teaching career in Catholic and independent girls’ schools in Sydney and my hometown of Canberra. Studies have shown that girls perform better in an all-girls’ environment and this is consistent with my experience: I see girls flourish when they feel able to speak their minds and comfortable to just be themselves.
Thank you to the St Clare’s community for their warm welcome this week, and I am enjoying getting to know the students, staff, and families.
As a leader of pastoral care, I know that wellbeing is essential to our students’ success, whether it is their academic progress, or the development of their skills and abilities in other fields. I’m known for saying ‘self care is a priority, not a luxury’ and I try to follow this advice – when I’m not at school I’m with family and friends, in the pool, or doing yoga.
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In meeting these challenges, our students have proven their adaptability and shown what can be achieved when they act collectively and remain optimistic and hopeful.
Another wonderful feature of girls’ schools is that girls have all of the leadership opportunities on offer. This week, many Year 11 students have submitted the applications for 2023 leadership. I applaud them for the courage they have demonstrated in putting themselves forward, and look forward to engaging with them in the coming weeks.
Caroline McCaffrie Assistant Principal Pastoral Care and Wellbeing
The past few years have involved extraordinary challenges, with the pandemic being perhaps the most significant.
I am also an enthusiastic teacher of Legal Studies. As a former lawyer, this subject provides me with the opportunity to join my love of the law with my vocation for teaching. I encourage my students to gain a deeper understanding of the world around them, and to consider ways of addressing injustice.
I am very passionate about the Humanities in general and its value as a field that focuses on human societies, their problems, failures and achievements that all serve to guide us in the present to create our future. I believe that learning is a social and active enterprise so my classroom is often driven by discussions and debates that reflect the non-black and white nature of the Humanities’ subjects. My personal background is History which has always fascinated me since I was little as I like learning about people and cultures and how we have got to where we are. I love Modern History, especially American, European and Chinese history and I am very partial to the heroism of the Ancient Greeks and the scandals of Ancient Rome.
I was born and have lived in Canberra my whole life hailing from Belconnen and my heritage is Croatian. In my spare time I enjoy time with my family and my cat and I am a huge consumer of pop culture and films; I own over 900 films in my personal collection and try to go to the movies once a week. Star Trek, Star Wars, X Men, Batman, Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings all get a lot of time in my house.
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Kris Katavic Leader of Learning - Humanities and Social Sciences
Cecile Michels - Languages Karim Najjarine - HASS Charmaine Reis - Mathematics Annabel Scholes - English, Inclusive Education, Mathematics and Performing Arts Mark Bruton - English, HASS and Religion Trent Adams - Religion 4 Tidings – 2022
Meet Teacherthe Nicolette Kavanagh - Technologies Anthony Kildea - HASS and ReligionRobert King - Health and Physical Education and Religion 5
St Clare’s Day Mass and Recipients of St Clare’s House Medals for 2022
In Japara, Morgan Bolk (Year 7) shows us that we can discover our passions and have the determination to follow them.
In Makara, Kayley Maguire (Year 9) shows us that the true beauty of a person rests within the actions of their heart and soul.
In Ulamina, Sophie Jeffrey (Year 10) shows us that we can be persistent and brave as we strive to reach our goals.
A special thank you to Father Alex for celebrating our Feast Day. To the very talented Music Ministry team lead by Music Ministry Captains Elvy Buckley and Sophie Smith, Evangeline Osborne on Keyboard and Ms Zoe Siviour. To all Staff and Students who were active as altar servers, setting up the altar, doing the readings and Prayers of the Faithful, a part of the Entrance, Gospel and Offertory processions, Eucharistic ministers and PPT operators. And finally to the Maintenance staff for transforming the Hall into a beautiful space for us to celebrate Mass.
In Wareen, Rachel Hill (Year 12) shows us that we can have the strength to overcome Inadversity.Wibalu, Lara Burstow (Year 12) shows us that we can overcome challenges with a positive mindset.
Marie Manning Mission and Ministry Coordinator
St Clare’s Day
In Wirana, Amelia Norton (Year 9) shows us that we can stand firm in the face of challenge while maintaining our moral boundaries.
Congratulations to the following students who received the St Clare House Medals for 2022. One student from each of our Houses was recognised for seeking to follow the teachings of St Clare and walk in her footsteps.ForAlinda, Imogen Johnston (Year11) shows us that in giving our service to others, we are able to empower and unite our community in God’s vision.
In Kipara, Katherine Kneeshaw (Year 11) shows us that we can acknowledge the challenges we encounter whilst displaying the courage to overcome them.
STCC Alumna called to the Religious Life Clare Corson, Faith and Community Captain 2020. Clare has spent a number of years discerning her call to religious life. In 2021 she was a member of the Youth Ministry Team in Sydney and then in 2022 returned to her studies at ANU. Clare has now embarked on the next stage of her faith journey with the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia in Nashville, Tennessee. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers as she begins her life as a religious sister.
Tim Fischer Oration on Ethics in Public and Political Life
College Events
On Thursday 18 August Sarah Mooney and Sarah Rosin (Year 12) along with Mrs Campbell, Mrs Edghill, Mrs Flannery, Mrs Manning, and Mrs O’Brien attended the Tim Fischer Oration at Parliament House. The event offered insight into the legacy of Tim Fischer, Deputy Prime Minster (1990-1999). The keynote speaker, John Anderson highlighted the importance of using one’s initiative and assertiveness in order to enhance a society where everyone can live with liberty and dignity. (Sarah ListeningMooney) to John Anderson was extremely interesting as he shared the place of religion and ethics in our current parliamentary system, alongside how many of Tim Fishers principles could be applied by citizens to help us work through the current challenges Australia faces. I loved having the opportunity to meet many students from schools across Canberra who shared an interest in politics, sociology, and economics, and to hear their thoughts and ideas on John Anderson’s speech. (Sarah Rosin) Feast of the Assumption Mass and Friday morning masses
On Monday 15 August Father Alex Osborne along with many staff and students came together at lunchtime to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption, a holy day of obligation for Catholics. Father Osborne or Father Trenton also celebrate mass for staff and students on Friday mornings in the Chapel from 8.20 – 8.45 am. All are very welcome to attend.
Students were challenged to make the longest fibre optic thread they could by using hot glue guns and a bit of ingenuity. Logs of jelly and lasers were used to show how light can bounce within a glass tube. The refractive index of glass was explored by making glass objects seemingly turn invisible in different types of liquids and last, but not least, the humble marble was put through some highly creative marble runs made by Otherstudents.activities on offer throughout the week saw students watching a documentary about the history and properties of glass, a very hotly contested trivia session (see below to test your knowledge!) and a viewing of Blown Away to look at the world of competitive glass blowing. In the classroom, Year 8 have been exploring the properties of matter and were treated to St Clare’s very own Madeline Cardone coming in to talk about her own glass art. Madeline is an emerging glass artist and students enjoyed the opportunity to look at how the properties of glass can be manipulated and the art that can be made . All of these activities help foster STEAM skills because they look at building curiosity, collaboration, communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills. In our science classrooms we build these skills everyday by building skills of effective questioning and flexible thinking.
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Q8 What is the hottest planet in the Solar System?
Lunch time activities helped raise awareness of these applications.
Q1 Where is the coldest place on Earth?
Q4 What racquet sport has the fastest recorded hit?
Q2 Which Australian state or territory has recorded the highest maximum daily temperature?
Q5 Where is the smallest bone in the human body?
Q10 What was the loudest reported sound on Earth?
Q6 Where is the largest muscle in the human body?
Avril Baker Leader of Learning - Science 9
Q3 What is the largest living organism on Earth?
Q9 What is the deadliest animal on Earth?
The Science department loves to foster STEAM skills and a passion for curiosity about the natural world. Recently there was some commentary on ABC Radio about the optimism of past generations and this was almost entirely focused on the possibilities and wonder generated from the developments in STEAM fields.
Q7 What is the strongest known material?
We recently celebrated Science Week here at St Clare’s and we tapped into this sense of wonder by exploring this year’s theme – Glass. Glass has been explored by humans for thousands of years, however, developments went forward in leaps and bounds from the 16th Century onwards. Without glass we wouldn’t have the microscope, glasses or telescopes, fibre optics, the internet and let’s not forget the humble light bulb – without which there would be no...bright...ideas.
On Wednesday September 7 the Learning Commons will be hosting the Great Book Swap. The Great Book Swap is a fantastic way to promote a love of reading, reinvigorate your book shelves at home and raise money for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. The Indigenous Literacy Foundation is a fabulous charity who work to close the literacy gap by providing books and literacy programs to remote indigenous It’scommunities.easytoparticipate in the Great Book Swap, you just need to donate a book or two from home that you no longer need. These donations can be made at our collection point on level 1 of the Learning Commons before Tuesday September 6.
We encourage the College community to search your bookshelves for some good quality books to donate and to participate in the Great Book Swap on Wednesday September 7.
On Wednesday September 7 (Indigenous Literacy Day) the Learning Commons will display all of the donated books and these books can be ‘swapped’ for a gold coin donation to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.
Renee Jones Leader of Learning - Learning Commons
The Great Book Swap 10 Tidings – 2022
The Learning Commons celebrated Book Week with a special career talk with Jenny Bond and a library themed breakout box activity on Friday 26 August.
Book Week
This year the Children’s Book Council of Australia introduced an exciting new initiative to their annual Book Week celebrations in the form of a Shadow Judging program called the Sun Project. The program invited young voices from across Australia to join the conversation about the books and judge the CBCA Book of the Year Shortlist. St Clare’s College had three representatives in the Shadow Judges program; they were Tara Farrelly, Bronte Lockey and Louise Hill. As Shadow Judges their role was to:
Tara, Bronte and Louise were invited to the National Library of Australia on Friday August 19 to present their creative response and attend the Book of the Year announcements. They enjoyed participating in the program and are commended for their efforts.
• Read the 6 Shortlisted books in the Older Reader category from the 2022 CBCA Book of the Year Awards
Renee Jones Leader of Learning - Learning Commons
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• Discuss these titles and review them against the CBCA Book of the Year Awards criteria
• Vote for their winners
CBCA’s Sun Project
CBCA Book Week 20 –26 August 2022 Dreaming with eyes open
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Kindness Week
On Tuesday, we recognised Daffodil Day by completing a quiz in PC and then creating a daffodil garden acknowledging those who have been affected/impacted by cancer. On Wednesday, we learnt how to knit scarves using Loop Yarn. These items will be donated to our House charities in Term 4.
Marie Manning Mission and Ministry Calling all knitters and crocheters within our College community
The Social Justice committee are currently knitting loop yarn scarves that will be donated to our charities in Term 4. If you have spare time and would like to contribute by knitting or crocheting scarves, beanies, baby items, toys or blankets we would be so grateful. Just drop your donations off at the Front Office before the end of October. Many thanks.
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On Monday, we wrote personal affirmation cards combined with a Hersey kiss chocolate and hand delivered them to a deserving person.
Random Acts of Kindness Week 6 – Thank you STCC During Week 6 the Social Justice committee under the leadership of Jessica Charles, our Social Justice Captain and with the support of our Profile Captains we encouraged both staff and students to participate in Random Acts of Kindness at school, at home and within the community. Over 1200 kindness cards with affirmations and inspiration were spread throughout the school on every student locker and in staff pigeon holes.
The kindness corner was a buzz with activities during lunch time each day and it was amazing to see so many people getting involved. We created a gratitude wall, giving everyone an opportunity to share what they are grateful for and raised money for Catholic Missions with the recycling of cans and bottles.
On Thursday, we shared lunch together and played some fun activities in the Quad. On Friday, we finished the week with a lunchbox concert celebrating our gifts and talents. What a wonderful week of celebrating, saying thank you and showing gratitude to all those who make up our College community.
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2, focused on how true leaders work collaboratively with each other for the best outcome. The rope activity required us as cohort to use our teamwork skills to get through a moving rope under a specific time frame. By working off each other’s ideas and testing team solutions, we were able to get over 100 of us through the rope, under 8 seconds, understanding that true leadership is achieved when each one of us work effectively as a team.
On Wednesday 17 August, Year 11 engaged in the Y Lead Leadership program, where we participated in a range of fun activities that provided us with the tools to become leaders as we prepare to enter our final year of high school in 2023.
Year 11 YLead Leadership Day 14 Tidings – 2022
Session 1 taught us about what a leader is, and how it’s not always a person who takes charge and just gives orders. We learnt that a leader is a person who shares the very best of themselves with their peers. To do this all of Year 11 had to bust a move! In small groups, we came up with two unique dance moves to perform and teach to our group. For most of us, this was daunting, but we could not have been prouder as we looked around the room and saw every future leader, having fun and giving it a Sessiongo.
Session 3 provided us with a chance to bond as a cohort, by sharing our appreciation for one another, and collectively support each other in achieving our goals. From being able to sing in front of a crowd, to getting into criminology at ANU, this session showed us the importance of strengthening and encouraging one another. Through words of kindness and affirmations, Year 11 learned that bringing out the best in others, is the greatest thing a leader can do.
Alicia Thomas and Isabella Spurrett Year 11 SRC
Health and Physical Education St Clare’s College is proud to be a part of the ACT Tennis Women’s and Girls Lead program. The aim of the program is to continue to improve access opportunities for women and girls to achieve gender equality in Tennis. The program is delivered and refined using feedback from students and teachers to increase the participation across the ACT specifically with tennis. The intention is to create an effective program that will be embedded with schools targeted at women and girls.
On Tuesday 16 of August our Year 10 students were able to engage in an empowering and relatable theatre in education program developed to align with the Australian Curriculum which also aligns with our content covered in our Party Safe module.
Our Health curriculum in Health and Physical Education (HPE) prepares our students to plan, apply and critique strategies to enhance their safety in a variety of situations. The learning content within the Year 10 curriculum is complementary to student’s everyday life situations which allows students to relate and also engage more authentically in the learning environment.
Women and Girls Lead Program
Following on from the live theatre performance was an interactive workshop where students were invited to probe the cast on any of the issues brought up during the show. The live performance explored the life changing effects of alcohol impacting health, safety, relationships and career aspirations. We would like to thank Gibber Education for their outstanding performance to which our students and staff thoroughly enjoyed.
Sepi Hawke Health and Physical Education Leader of Learning Alcohol Education Theatre Program
Year 10 student feedback
In the Classroom STCC
ACT’s long-term leading professional tennis player and former STCC student Alison Bai is the driving force behind this great initiative delivering skill and fitness based sessions within our Year 7 Net and Wall Games module in PE. Throughout the sessions Alison shared her extensive knowledge, skills and experience throughout the lesson providing students to demonstrate concepts and extend their learning. We look forward to continuing our community connections with Tennis ACT next term with after school sessions to further promote tennis in our local community.
The performance was very interactive and engaging and I took a lot out of it - Brea I thought it was very insightful and gave me a new perspective on alcohol - Marcy It was fun and intriguing - Imogen Funny, educational, interactive and engaging - Siena 15
CareersVETNEWS Career Chat Tuesdays Students, particularly Years 10, 11 and 12 are invited to attend the Career Chat Tuesday sessions running throughout the year. The talks are at lunchtime in A108; students are encouraged to bring their lunch, bring a friend and be inspired. The term planner is outlined below: Date Career Chat Tuesday Speaker Company 19 July Living on Campus Lauren (Ex-studentThomas2020) University of Sydney (Women’s College) 26 July Nursing Courtney (Ex-studentPearce2018) ACU 2 Aug Occupational Therapy Dr Stephen Isbel UC 16 Aug Science Dr Ann Cleary St Clare’s (Principal)College 23 Aug Writing Jennifer Bond St Clare’s College (English Teacher/Author) 30 Aug University of Melbourne Victoria Howard University of Melbourne (Newman College) 13 Sept Aviation Andrew Scheiffers Learn2Fly 20 Sept ACT Cadetship Opportunity for Year 12 in CommerceAccounting/Finance/Economics/ Kirstie Hardy (KingstonBonsella Foreshore) Attention Year 12 - ATO Please see flyer on page 21 University Open Days Colour-Print_2.pdfuploads/2022/08/Pages-from-open_days_2022-https://stcc.act.edu.au/wp-content/ Work Experience – Years 10-12 Students are encouraged to participate in work experience, which is most suited to Years 10, 11 or 12. Interested students should see Mrs Brown to discuss ideas, dates and administration requirements. Trish Brown Careers and Future Pathways Coordinator 16 Tidings – 2022
National Skills Week Australian Training Company (ATC) are now recruiting for the next cohort of Women in Construction Pathways Program (WICPP). This program is a partnership between ATC, National Association for Women in Construction (NAWIC) ACT Chapter, and Skills Canberra. This exciting opportunity takes the form of an ASBA program for Year 10 and 11 female students looking to explore a career in Construction. The partnership is designed to deliver a program which promotes both White Collar and Blue-collar areas of trade to women. Examples of the industries covered throughout the program include, but not limited to, the following Non-Traditionalareas:
The program is aimed at increasing the uptake of females wishing to undertake a career within the Building and Construction industry via Australian School Based Apprenticeships (ASbA) for students in Years 10 and 11. In the current recruiting round we are seeking students who are in Year 10 (2023) or Year 11 (2023) as this will allow them to progress through the entire program.
The theme for this year is A Universe of Skills: Go beyond your imagination. This is asking people to imagine and re-imagine possibilities for careers, opportunities and emerging industries.
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This week is National Skills Week and this national event highlights the significance that Vocational Education and Training (VET) plays in continuing to produce exceptional education and employment results for its graduates. There are many misconceptions surrounding the benefits and opportunities that an individual can gain by completing a VET qualification. This week is about inspiring other Australians to consider VET career pathways.
This is a fully supported and mentored 12–18-month program that allows the participants to earn and learn whilst experiencing a variety of different trades. (i.e. Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Civil Construction, Project Management, Drafting, Business in the sector completion of ASBA women currently working to work find attached a Flyer outlining the program an Expression of Interest Form. Closing date for Expressions of interest in the program is 7 October 2022. The program will commence November 2022. require any further information, please contact Tom Gregory on tgregory@austrg.com.au
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The Associated Southern Colleges (ASC) Netball carnival is arguably the highest level of netball competition that ACT has to offer across Years 7 to 12. The number of talented athletes from ACT representatives to Capital Spirit players and also those students who cross over various sports such as Aussie Rules and Basketball, it definitely sets the scene for a highly competitive competition.
Places in the ASC netball teams are hotly contested and choosing our three teams of only 10 players across two year groups was a challenge for selectors!
It was really exciting to showcase our netball talent at ASC level after the COVID cancellations of the past few years. Most of our players were first-timers at ASC level, so our senior students led the way. Our results were outstanding, with all three teams qualifying for their respective grand finals; and two teams taking out the championship.
Louise Patton Sports Facilitator
Seek Sport YEAR 7/8 TEAM Result: Winners Lilly CharliseGabrielleAmeliaKateTahliaJariahCharliTaiahEmilyBerBourneDunnIoppiKivaluNichollsPattonRichardsonScott-CameronWebb YEAR 9/10 TEAM Result: Winners Niamh Billiards Eva AnnabelleTiffanyBriannaAshleySophiaJasminEllaAlannahBurkeFurnerHillLeMartinussenPattonSimonTaylorWheadon YEAR 11/12 TEAM Result: Runners up Zalee Agnew Ava AmberEleniAbbeyEllyMaggieAbigailAlishaHollyBoyesCookCrowleDavidsonDickensFurnerHallLolesioThomas Player’s Player Jariah Kivalu Coach’s Award Gabby Scott-Cameron MVP Charli Ioppi Player’s Player Niamh Billiards Coach’s Award Annabelle Wheadon MVP Sophia Martinussen Player’s Player Ava Boyes Coach’s Award Eleni Lolesio MVP Amber Thomas 18 Tidings – 2022
YEAR 7/8 TEAM
Round Opposition Results 1 CGGS Won 22-5 2 SJPC Won 35-1 3 CollegeRadford Won 16-10 4 CGS Won 34-2 6 CollegeDaramalan Won 18-13 7 CollegeBurgmann Won 15-4 GF CollegeDaramalan Won 23-12 19
YEAR 9/10 TEAM
The team showed determination, camaraderie, school pride and amazing skills. What an exciting day, congratulations girls! Huge thanks to our umpire Rhiana Webb who did a fantastic job, and to Tylah Baker (Year 11) who was selected to umpire our grand final on the basis of her great performances throughout the day.
Coach – Louise Patton
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Coach – Lisa Bourne
The girls had a great start to the day winning all our games leading up to our break. We always looked strong and maintained a lead in every game. We knew our toughest competition on the day would be Daramalan College and they didn’t disappoint. We also shared some closer scores with Radford College and Burgmann College. A particular mention to Anabelle and Niamh who pulled off some great intercepts that kept sending the ball back down to our shooting circle with our shooters’ accuracy on pointe. During the games, Eva and Tiffany were formidable defenders with their height, reach, rebounds and ability to read the game. The middle court players, Alannah, Niamh, Bri and Ashley, provided ample opportunity for us to feed the circle and create turn overs at the right time. Sophia, Jasmine and Ella worked beautifully together and in any combination in the goal circle and shot with confidence.
Our talented team was made up of representativelevel players from South Canberra, Tuggeranong and Queanbeyan associations. There were existing combinations within the team, but also some very exciting new combinations that settled in as the day Weprogressed.hadfour great shooters in Amelia Richardson, Tahlia Nicholls, Taiah Dunn and Kate Patton. Amelia and Kate also showed their versatility in providing great drive through midcourt positions, along with Emily Bourne and Charlise Webb who were work horses through the middle. Gabby Scott-Cameron, Lilly Ber, Charli Ioppi and Jariah Kivalu were relentless in defence all day, with each combination of the four causing headaches for our opposition in the circle and at wing defence. We lost one round match by a goal and needed to topple the unbeaten Daramalan in the final round match to qualify for the grand final. We put out an outstanding performance to set up a clean sweep of St Clares v Daramalan grand finals across the three age groups. The grand final was a rematch with Daramalan which saw us take a decisive lead into half-time after a strong start. The second half was eventful; with turnovers, intercepts and precision shooting. Daramalan threw everything at us, but we took some clutch intercepts through the midcourt and in defence, and steadied in attack to take out the championship. Charli clinched the team’s MVP award for her defensive efforts throughout the day and a switch to Centre for the final games that was crucial in shutting down Daramalan’s attack.
Thanks also to our parent scorers and to John Paul II College for their organisation of the event.
The team communicated well all day and worked together from the centre pass, backing each other from one end of the court to the other.
Thank you to our umpire Indi Kildey who showed great knowledge of the game throughout the day and Natalie Simon, Brianna’s Mum who was our scorer on the day.
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Congratulations to Letiesha Radoll who also competed in the NSW State RG championships in level 5. Latiesha came 3rd overall! Sport
Our senior team was supported by Lara Myers who was always positive throughout the day and assisted with officiating and managerial duties.
Congratulations to Tia Townsend who competed in the NSW State RG Therechampionshipswere22competitors in Tia’s division in Level 6. Tia achieved 2nd place in her ribbon routine and 12th in her ball routine, ending up in 3rd place All Around for the competition (with a Gold medal banding for her Herscores).hard work, dedication and perseverance have truly paid off!
Thank you to Tylah Baker for umpiring the team so expertly throughout the day and for being selected to umpire the year 7/8 grand final. Congratulations to our senior team for a successful day and representing the College with pride and greats sports behaviour.
Coach – Sepi Hawke
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Tia Townsend Year 8
Progressively throughout the day our senior team became stronger as a unit with each game. The beauty of our senior team was our versatility with numerous players playing throughout the court. Abbey Hall proved to be a mastermind in the goal keeper bib was also able to stir up some intercepts in Wing Defence. Her partner in crime was Amber Thomas who played across goal defence and keeper but also goal attack and goal shooter, wow! Amber utilised her height to maintain possession and gain possession which was magical to witness. In addition to a double threat was Ava Boyes whose powerful jump was magnificent in the air and had some serious hang time. Maggie Dickens was fabulous off the ball providing much hustle and causing a lot of turnovers. Alisha Crowle has come off Nationals with great confidence which was evident on court. Her ability to read the ball and attack down the court looked effortless and we wish Alisha all the best as she recovers from her injury. Eleni Lolesio demonstrated great endurance and cardiovascular fitness playing through the middle at centre and also going across to wing attack and in the shooting circle. Holly Cook through the middle caused trouble for the opposition going for every ball and being an option consistently in attack. It was great to see Elly Furner back on court dominating through the middle in both attack and defence. Cool, calm collected Zalee Agnew controlled the shooting circle and presented to our feeders with a solid hold and sinking shots with precision.
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Latiesha Radoll Year 9
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Thank you to the SRC for assisting with final style choices.
Long pants (grey) are now available from Lowes and no longer a special order. Pants can be worn in Summer and Winter.
Navy blue shorts (2 styles) have been introduced as part of the Summer uniform only. Shorts can be worn with a short sleeve blue shirt (junior) or a short sleeved white shirt (senior).
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Webinar Information Evening will be held over ONE night: Registration is essential Astrophysics, Biodiversity, Chemistry, Physics and Specialist Mathematics, Discovering Engineering and Computing Global Perspectives in Commerce, Advanced and Continuing Japanese, Continuing Chinese, Indonesian Politics and Culture, Cult and Language academics, teachers and current students will present information to prospective and eligible current year 10 students, and any other interested parties. information visit website http://extension.anu.edu.au/ or contact
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ANU Extension is an academic program designed to provide an enhanced learning experience for Year 11 and 12 students. The program is open to all domestic students that will have a concurrent full time enrolment in Year 11 at an Australian secondary school in 2023. Successful completion of studies in ANU Extension may lead to an early offer for entry to ANU that will allow students to articulate into an ANU bachelor degree program and receive credit towards this bachelor degree. Extension programs contribute to the Senior Secondary Certificate and toward the ATAR Itcalculationisanticipated that in 2023 advanced courses will be offered in ASTROPHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIODIVERSITY, PHYSICS, SPECIALIST MATHEMATICS, ENGINEERING, CREATIVE COMPUTING, JAPANESE, CHINESE (MANDARIN), INDONESIAN, KOREAN AND COMMERCE.
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The confidence and capabilities I learnt from the experience will hold me in good stead for the rest of my life and I’ve been fortunate to ski in Europe, Canada and Australia. I had always planned to go to university, and after a couple of years as a ski instructor, I started at the University of Canberra, studying a Bachelor of Psychology. While I was completing my undergraduate, I worked in a out of hours school care program. Through my work I was nominated for the 2017 ACT Chief Minister’s Inclusion Excellence in Support Work and was privileged to receive a Commendation award. I have now successfully completed my undergraduate degree and this year I started a Masters of Speech Pathology at the University of Technology in Sydney.
Alix Welin Class of 2013
My family moved to Canberra in late 2004 and one of my first memories was seeing St Clare’s College. I announced in the car that day that St Clare’s College is where I wanted to be. I started Year 7 in 2008. I loved it. Being part of such an inclusive group allowed my confidence to grow and I credit much of this to my involvement in the St Clare’s Snowsports team. My love of skiing grew, and I became one of the Snowsports Captains in Year 12. Through the College I applied for an internship in Canada to become a ski instructor, and for two winter seasons I lived in Banff and worked at Lake Louise. It truly is a beautiful part of the world. I taught many young people how to ski. This experience allowed me to gain employment as a ski instructor at Perisher in NSW.
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