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welcome from the principal

2014: OUR historic year This year has been a momentous one for Tintern Schools. This first semester has been filled with joy and opportunity, with everyone coming together on the one site for the first time in 96 years.

The Tintern family is finally back together in ‘one big house’.

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hen Mrs Emma B. Cook founded Tintern in 1877, boys and girls came to study at the Hawthorn site. This changed in 1918 when sustained growth saw the school become girls-only.

Over time Tintern Schools has continued to change and evolve, moving forward and embracing new ideas and practice to improve the educational opportunities for all our students. It was a bold move in 1953 to move the school from Hawthorn to our current site. It was a bold move under Dr Sylvia Walton in 1999 to open Southwood, which saw us welcome boys back into the school and a return to our founding principle of educating the whole family.

2014 marks the start of a bold new future for the school. After much hard work and dedication from the families, students, staff and the Board, we have said farewell to the Maidstone Street site and come together once again to learn and grow at Ringwood East. What a successful start we have had!

I have loved seeing the opportunities for spontaneous learning moments this has created. We see the benefits every day, even the simple things such as a group of Year 7 boys and girls playing ‘World Series Downball’ in front of the library. These Middle School students, like all students and staff across the

school, are embracing these new opportunities.

Of course none of this would have been possible without the support of our School Board. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank them for their dedication during this period of change. These volunteers have given us exceptional advice and support to ensure a smooth transition into this new chapter for Tintern Schools.

The opening of the Middle Schools building has seen all students settled into their purpose built spaces. I’d especially like to thank the Middle Schools students and staff who had to engage in ‘indoor camping’ during Term 1 and were incredibly patient and understanding whilst awaiting completion. The feedback received is that it was worth the wait.

These facilities have created a learning environment that gives students a sense of belonging, through ownership and connection to a space that is specifically for them. It has given each student his or her own place within the wider school community.

It is the goodwill and understanding within this community that has been vital to our success. I’d like to extend a very special thank you to all the families, students and staff for embracing this change. The partnership between family and school is at our core, and today it is stronger than ever. The convenience

of being on one site has created many opportunities; from simply dropping off brother and sister to the one place, through to sharing in celebrations within the school; all these things continue to strengthen our community. I have really enjoyed being able to do things such as drop in to visit the Southwood Junior boys on the way to a Tintern assembly, or seeing sisters and brothers together within the school. One older sister has used these opportunities to visit her brother when he has received an award in assembly. By sharing in these simple moments we are growing together as one community.

This is a momentous year in the history of Tintern Schools; having returned to our founding principles of educating the whole family and no longer separated by two sites. We have created an atmosphere of friendship and belonging that has led to a greater sense of community and better outcomes for all our students. We are looking forward to sharing many more moments of celebration and joy for the rest of this historic year and as we move forward into the future.

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Our Vice Principals The beginning of the 2014 school year saw two familiar faces take on new positions of responsibility in the school. Jason McManus is now Vice Principal, Curriculum, Reporting, Assessment and Innovation whilst Geoff Connor takes on the responsibility of Vice Principal, Senior College and Administration.

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Mr Geoff Connor almost didn’t become a teacher. His original pathway was Medicine, but he soon discovered that his passion for sharing knowledge and helping others could be fulfilled as a teacher. And we are very pleased that he did. Now in his 24th year at Tintern Schools, he has held many positions over that time, most recently as Head of Campus at Tintern.

Now that we are together on the one site, Geoff has moved into the role of Vice Principal, Senior College and Administration. He has relished the challenges and opportunities this has created, particularly enjoying being amongst the students and staff. It has allowed him to be ‘on the ground’ ensuring the smooth daily running of the Middle and Senior Schools.

Geoff has placed a strong emphasis on enhancing a positive culture across the Senior College. As part of this he continues to teach within the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. He finds this essential as by teaching a class it gives him a different purpose and perspective, rather than simply administration.

By staying in touch within the classroom he is able to receive feedback from the students, allowing him to best serve the community at Tintern Schools.

Mr Jason McManus has had a fantastic first semester as the Vice Principal of Curriculum, Reporting, Assessment and Innovation. Having worked at Tintern for the past 10 years, Jason has been excited to embrace the possibilities and challenges that his new role involves.

Jason was drawn to Tintern by his interest and experience in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. An English teacher, he has spent many years travelling the world, teaching at inner-city schools in England and the IB Program in Turkey. He brings a broad knowledge to the role; having taught at Independent, State and Catholic schools, co-educational and single-sex.

As Vice Principal, Jason oversees the Curriculum and Assessment programs across the school and oversees reporting of student outcomes. He also leads the development of new innovations as technology and teaching practice evolves. He works with both teachers and families to ensure the best possible results for all students at Tintern.

As part of this, Jason teaches within the IB program.

“It is important to continue teaching to remain in touch as we develop the best teaching practice now and into the future. As the school motto states, ‘Factis Non Verbis’, Deeds not Words.”

Vice Principal, Senior College and Administration

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welcome from the board

together as one Enormous change has taken place at Tintern Schools in recent years. The extraordinary effort of staff, students and parents has ensured a smooth transition to one site. At the same time, many initiatives have been implemented to increase the quality of educational experience of all students.

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Whilst only students presently in our Junior Schools will still be at Tintern Schools in 2020 and may benefit directly, our aim is to build for the future as well as the present. By keeping a long-term vision we are building a culture of stewardship for the future. We are committed to Tintern Schools remaining the premier learning institute in our region, offering a contemporary education which prepares resilient young adults with the knowledge and love of learning that will allow them to thrive in a world of accelerating change.

The Board joins me in thanking all our staff, volunteers and Executive for their exceptional service to our schools – in all four of Wilber’s domains. We thank you, the parents of our students, for your ongoing partnership with staff in your children’s education and in the life of Tintern Schools.

Together we can work as one and to continue to position Tintern Schools as one of Victoria’s top schools – in its culture and systems, and through our own “intentions” and “behaviour”.

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Wilber proposes that these combine as an integrated whole when all four domains align as one. Thus, we are only as good as our least developed domain. You could have a great culture, but if the systems don’t work, they will limit performance. Similarly the best systems won’t overcome a negative culture. Or if individuals do not feel they belong to the whole, then it won’t be integrated.

Using this framework to view our school, we are able to understand that as well as structural, geographic and systems changes (objective in nature), we also need to ensure that the subjective changes are bedded down.

These include assuring a great culture in which all can thrive. We are committed to a culture that distinguishes the uniqueness of our Junior Schools compared with our Middle Schools and compared with our Senior College. We want a culture that protects and nourishes the uniqueness of boys and of girls. That way the full potential of our Parallel Learning model can be assured. We can indeed be a school for the whole family, and provide the best for each.

In 2011 the Board, staff and members of the school community worked collaboratively to develop a vision: Tintern 2020. Now that we are on one site, the Board and Executive continue to work to bring further aspects of that vision to fruition. This strategic plan’s goals are to: Enhance and assure highest quality learning and teaching; Attract, develop and retain high quality staff; Continue a program of improving and updating our facilities; Increase our enrolment base to over 1,000 students; Nurture a vibrant school and community culture; and E nsure sustained financial viability.

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The International Baccalaureate difference An alternative to the VCE or VCE/VET programs, Tintern Schools offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma which enables students to achieve a globally recognised ATAR score via a two-year program focused on individual learning and independent thinking.

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ounded in Switzerland in 1968, the IB Diploma began as a program to prepare ‘internationally mobile’ students to be university ready. Today, the IB Diploma provides an alternative to traditional rote-learning, with a focus on autonomous research and essay writing.

This teaches students to think differently, be independent learners and gives them a more ‘holistic’ view of the world.

The reasons students choose IB is many and varied, but for Oliver Wykes in Year 12, it was that the IB is a recognised international qualification. It improves a student’s chances of university acceptance across the globe: “I really wanted to keep my options open as I am considering attending an international university.”

The IB Diploma requires students study 6 subjects in total – 3 at standard level and 3 at higher level, across Humanities, Languages, Mathematics and Science, with a range of options in each. But IB is more than just about achieving academic results. All IB students must write a 4,000 word Extended Essay on a topic of their choice,

participate in Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) (which encourages them to break out of their comfort zone) and study philosophical ideas in ‘Theory of Knowledge’.

“I feel all students should be exposed to a subject like Theory of Knowledge.

It questions how we receive and process knowledge, while challenging what we accept as normal,” says Nola Brotchie, IB Coordinator. Students learn to recognise and acknowledge the ways in which cultural and religious backgrounds inform how we see the world. Oliver says that it informs all of his education, “You question how you think you know things, and consider how someone with a different point of view may think.”

Creativity, Action and Service (CAS) aims to provide a counterbalance to the academic program and encourages students to develop new interests.

Students complete 150 hours across two

years, and are asked to record and reflect on their activities. Anna Wilson, Year 12, has completed a range of activities: “For Action, I spend about 15 hours per week horse riding. For Service, I’ve been involved in Maths Assist Tutoring as well as teaching horse riding. For Creativity, I play the piano and have been participating in examinations. But I have also started learning how to do pottery.”

Nola adds that “Most students really enjoy their CAS hours and many continue these activities after they have graduated.”

The IB requires dedication and organisation and over the two years the students and staff develop a strong bond and help to support each other as a group.

The students know their teachers are committed to them, offering mentoring and individual support to help them achieve their best. Anna would highly recommend the IB, “You get to make new friends, as well as receive a lot of support from teachers as the class sizes are small.

I thought that I could do my best doing IB and get the best from what Tintern has to offer. I’ve really enjoyed it. I never want to leave school – I love it.”

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campus update

Tintern Re-imagined

With the co-location complete, the entire Tintern Schools family is now located on one site. Since 2012, the school has worked to refurbish and rebuild the school campus, ensuring vibrant and engaging learning spaces. In the space of two short years, we have seen the extensive renovation of our Years 3-6 girls’ building, the opening of our Junior Schools Reception and Music Building, the relocation of our Hospitality, the revival of our Junior Schools library, a new canteen, new playgrounds, plus the reconstruction of the Southwood Junior School and the completion of our brand new Middle Schools. These developments have ensured the best possible learning spaces for all our students from ELC through to Year 12.

Middle Schools (Year 7 – 9) Our boys and girls moved in to the brand new Middle Schools building during Term 2. Nicknamed the ‘Starship Enterprise’, the building features two wings – one for girls and one for boys.

In our Southwood School song we sing “the best of both worlds” and now more than ever we get to truly experience that in action. This new building will ensure the best learning opportunities and

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experiences for every boy and girl.

Our building has been designed to best support student learning. This is reflected in the layout of classrooms, the seamless integration of technology, and the natural light that is evident as you walk through the buildings. Even the temperature is maintained at optimal levels to best support our boys and girls (21°c for girls, 19°c for boys).

We officially opened the doors on Monday 12 May, marking the occasion with a welcome speech from Mrs Collins and a blessing from Father Taplin.

The building will be formally opened on Wednesday 20 August by Mr Andrew Hutchinson, Chair of Tintern Schools Board and Blessed by Archbishop Philip Freier.

Southwood Junior School (Prep – Year 6) The Southwood Junior School is now complete. The Hamilton Centre had a number of new classrooms added, as well as an extensive refurbishment inside and a new playground outside. The finished space features a large open space for the boys, large classrooms and an exciting play space.

The building was officially opened on Thursday 13 February by Mr Gary Coles, a foundation parent of three Southwood Boys, as well as the past Chair of the House and Grounds Committee and former member of the Tintern Schools Board.

Mr Kenny spoke to the boys on how we have a beautiful building, but without the boys at the school it was just that - a building. With the boys now firmly entrenched in their new home the building has come alive with colour, feeling and the Southwood spirit.

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IB Awards

This year our Principal, Jenny Collins, is the Chair of the Association of IB Diploma Schools in Victoria and Tasmania, and her duties include hosting a range of special events. The global spotlight is truly on Tintern Schools this year.

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n Monday 17 February, Tintern Schools hosted the prestigious Victorian & Tasmanian IB World Schools Awards Ceremony at Deakin Edge, Federation Square. This annual ceremony honours students who have achieved a score of 40+ in their IB Diploma (Equivalent ATAR of 98.05 and above) and acknowledges the challenging and highly rewarding aspects of the two-year Diploma Program. Tintern Schools has a fine tradition of hosting such ceremonies, being the first Victorian IB school to do so in 2001.

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evening. Our Principal, Mrs Jenny Collins, delivered the welcoming speech and Erin Manuel, Year 12 2013, responded on behalf of all IB graduates.

Moya Zhang had played the piano as guests arrived. Current Year 12 IB students, Olympia Sarris and Gordon Hoxley, spoke with confidence and poise, impressing all who heard them. Gordon then played a delightful piano solo. Moya Zhang, Eleanor D’Arcy, Olympia Sarris and Meg McKelvie as the Hamilton String Quartet played ‘Paint it Black’ by the Rolling Stones. It may not have been what the audience was expecting, but they certainly enjoyed it.

We must formally congratulate our Tintern Schools students who were

recognised at the event: Michaela Glass, Erin Manuel, Nicholas Shying and Harriet Worrall-Carter.

The keynote speaker for the awards was Tintern graduate Lisa Davidson. Lisa completed her IB Diploma at Tintern in 2001 and has since forged a stellar career in Law and Foreign Affairs. She has just returned to Australia from a two-year posting to Argentina where she served as Vice-Consul.

The evening was a true celebration for the IB community, focusing on the special aspects of the IB: the academic rigour, the development of the whole person and the commitment to intercultural and global understanding. By Nola Brotchie, Head of IB

BY Jason McManus Director of Curriculum, Reporting and Assessment jmcmanus@tintern.vic.edu.au

Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow. Anthony J. D’Angelo

academic excellence at tintern IB Art Exhibition On Friday 14 February Tintern Schools hosted the opening of the IB Art Exhibition at Glen Eira City Council Gallery.

The diverse and exciting range of artworks on display from the IB Diploma Program features the works of 2013 IB Year 12 students who have been selected for inclusion by an independent panel of judges.

Tintern graduates, Harriet Worrall-Carter and Ellie Young had their work selected for the occasion. Their artistic achievements are the result of an intensive two-year program in which they challenged traditional boundaries, as well as explored new ideas, techniques and artistic interpretations.

Prominent Hong Kong / Australian artist John Young opened the exhibition and shared his artistic journey and offered some insights about the road ahead for our up-and-coming artists.

Teaching and Learning at Tintern Schools is all about preparing students to become lifelong learners. Students are encouraged to investigate, research and discover their passions. We celebrate all aspects of academic achievement – from graduation, the winning of competitions. We even celebrate the simple act of a student understanding what is being taught in the classroom.

Every day at Tintern Schools we are focused on providing the best possible education to the boys and girls in our care.

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Congratulations class of 2013

Year 8 / 9 Electives

This year Tintern Schools has introduced a range of new elective opportunities for our Year 8 and 9 boys and girls to enjoy. Subjects include; Who wants to be a millionaire, Cook for your life, Building your own apps/games, 3D printing and design, Drama, Music and Graphic Design – just to name a few.

Through such elective opportunities, students from Years 8 and 9 are able to try out subjects from a range of different curriculum areas, helping them discover signature strengths and areas of passion.

It is the combination of Tintern’s education and cocurricular opportunities that make our students ready for life beyond school. Tintern Schools’ class of 2013 achieved exceptional academic results for the International Baccalaureate, VCE and VCE/VET. We saw many students achieve their personal best and as a result, have successfully enrolled into their first preference of university studies. One of Tintern’s key aims is to provide a distinct pathway for every girl and every boy. Our results prove that we have achieved this for our students, with 99% of students receiving a first round university offer.

Tintern is proudly an open entry school and achieved a 100% pass rate in both the VCE and IB. We wish the graduating students of 2013 every success in the next stage of their lives.

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parallel learning Tintern Schools recognises that boys and girls learn differently. Our Parallel Learning Model, where students are separated by gender through Junior and Middle School before coming together in the Senior College, allows us to embrace these differences.

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dam Kenny, Head of Southwood and Boys Education, sums it up: “Parallel Learning recognises obvious differences in the way boys and girls learn and develop. Therefore, we have a school setting where those differences can be recognised and catered for.”

At its heart this program is attuned to the needs of each gender. Boys need room to move, they are energetic and tactile. At Southwood Junior School one of the ways this is acknowledged is through the Energy+ program; 20 minutes of physical activity each morning before settling in to academic work.

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day sees the benefits of separated education.

The programs are tailored to tap into the girls strengths, such as promoting their fine motor skills. They also place a strong emphasis on sport, science and maths, as well as breaking down gender stereotypes and encouraging students to discover their own interests in a comfortable environment.

The time between Years 7 and 9 is a time of great change, which is why there is a particular focus on each student finding themselves as they travel through our Middle Schools. The goals are the same for both genders, but the boys and their teachers travel a different pathway to meet these outcomes. “My favourite thing about Southwood Middle School is that I get to

build a good relationship with my teachers and I can do more than just academic subjects. I love having the table tennis table to play on with my friends and being able to easily get help from my teacher who has an office next door to my classroom,” says Alex Cheriyan, Year 7.

At Tintern Middle School, separated learning supports our girls to express their own ideas and opinions without fear. We also encourage girls to develop as leaders by offering a range of leadership positions.

“Tintern Middle School is the best place to learn because it realises the skills and talents of each individual and works to enhance them,” Caitlin Howley, Year 8.

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takes into consideration that university, employment and life are all mixed gender.

By joining the boys and girls together in our Senior College, students become life ready.

Coming into Year 10, the focus is on the subjects students have chosen, rather than gender. Students are confident and ready to move into the Senior College – making this the perfect time to bring them together.

As Geoff Connor, Vice-Principal, Senior College and Administration, says, “There is no such thing as boys’ subjects or girls’ subjects. There are only subjects. Senior College brings together like-minded students who share an interest and can learn and grow as they spread their wings toward the future.”

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l o o h c s r u o g Leadin

At Tintern Schools we are pleased to offer a range of leadership opportunities for our students. From Class Captain positions, to House Captains, Music Captains, Sustainability Captains and more – leadership is nurtured and encouraged. tintern school captains

Ellena Kouris What is the most valuable leadership lesson you have learnt?

Throughout the course of the year, I’ve learnt that the best way to get something done is not to tell people how to do things, simply ask what to they want do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity. The hardest task for a leader is to delegate to the right people and then not to meddle when they do it. You need to have enough faith in your team and in your own judgment. Finally, I’ve discovered that what I do has a far greater impact than what I say.

Rhys Bennett What is the most valuable leadership lesson you have learnt?

From the moment we began to lead this year, it became obvious to me that to work effectively as a team you have to occasionally put some of your personal beliefs behind in order to progress as a team. In addition to this, it’s important to realise that not all your goals will be instantly achievable, but putting your head down and focusing on these goals is what separates the great leaders from the good leaders. To be able to delegate effectively and to be able to incorporate everyone willing to work is what makes things happens, as we as a whole leadership team have learnt this year.

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How have your leadership skills come in handy?

Already this year I have picked up so many different skills from my role as one of the Middle School Leaders, which I’ve been easily able to apply to everyday situations. Overall I have become much more organised, confident and better at on-the-spot thinking. Each time I have the chance to do something extra as part of my role - such as making a speech or assisting tours - I feel l am gaining more skills and experience, and I am very grateful for all the opportunities that I have been able to take.

Emily McLean

What has been your proudest moment as a leader?

My proudest moment as a leader would have to be getting up on stage each week and having everyone’s eager faces looking up to you and I will always remember what it felt like to look up to the girls on stage and want to be like them. Another proud moment was when we put together a Valentine’s Day fundraiser. It was completely student orientated and we handled the day very well. Being a leader has opened up so many opportunities to extend ourselves and put us in on-the-spot situations.

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Phoebe Young

What have you learnt about leadership?

Since my arrival at Tintern, I have aspired to be a leader so it is a great honour for me to be Captain of Tintern Junior School. I have learnt a tremendous amount in this role. One thing in particular is that I have learnt to be better prepared. On occasions I have been asked to say a few words of thanks on behalf of my classmates or even the whole Junior School without prior notice. This has taught me to be prepared, to pay close attention and reflect on the contributions made by the visiting speaker. The greatest aspect I have learnt as a leader is the need to be more compassionate, considerate and respectful in my interactions with my fellow students and teachers. The lessons I have learnt will stay with me forever.

What has been your favourite part of being a school leader?

I was honoured to be chosen as Tintern Junior School Vice-Captain this year and I have had a great time this semester working with Angel Tully, Junior School Captain. So far we have had so many amazing opportunities such as hearing Mr Robert Hardie speak at Parliament House about his recent experiences in Gallipoli.

I look forward to many more great occasions such as this event. My proudest moment would be would be standing in front of Assembly for the first time and remembering when I was little, looking at the Captains, thinking that one day that might be me. I will never forget it.

southwood junior school captains What has been the most enjoyable aspect of being School Captains?

It has been a privilege to be the first Southwood Junior School captains on the Ringwood East site, and to give the boys confidence in their new home. We have had the privilege of meeting new students and helping them settle in. Being able to have an active part in all activities.

For example we have introduced Grandparents day, we are involved in our weekly assemblies, and on camp in Canberra it was our job to thank our hosts when we visited places.

How have your leadership skills come in handy?

Being School Captains, we have had to model the Compass points, especially confidence and respect. While we both believe we had these characteristics, our role has certainly strengthened these. At our Cabaret Concert, we hosted the evening, and yet we really didn’t feel nervous.

Being School Captain has also meant we have become more ‘gentlemanly’…not shying away from neighbours, being more considerate and again, modelling the Compass points.

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How have your leadership skills come in handy?

My leadership skills have come in handy many times inside and outside of Tintern Schools. I find my leadership skills helpful when working in groups, or in sport teams. I can use my leadership skills to organise and encourage my friends so the group can get the job done. I believe a skill I have learned through being a leader is commitment. When I have to write a speech amongst other homework I don’t go and complain, I get it done.

I can also use this skill of commitment with my guitar, committing myself to the guitar ensemble and other groups.

Will Hansen

What is the most valuable leadership lesson you have learnt?

The most valuable leadership lesson that I have learnt was from my dad at a very young age. He stated that you must never ask somebody to do a task if you are not prepared to do the task yourself. This message has stuck by me through the years, and as I get older I understand it more. If we ask someone to do something that we can’t do ourselves, then first of all we become demanding and secondly we do not become strong leaders.

As leaders, we must show the correct way in doing things and encourage others to do the same.

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our middle school

A place to spread their wings “The Tintern Middle School is the best place to learn because of all of the excellent opportunities to excel, both in and out of the classroom,” Emily McLean, Year 9

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he Middle School years are a time of great change for boys and girls; emotionally, physically and academically. That is why at Tintern Schools we offer a program designed to guide and support them and prepare them for Senior College and beyond.

We have two complementary but distinct Middle Schools, to cater for the different needs of boys and girls. Tintern Middle School is led by Oriana Constable. Oriana has taught at Tintern for nine years. She strongly believes that girls can do or be anything they want and is a passionate advocate of girls’ education.

By having a girls-only environment students are able to develop and meet key social and emotional competencies. It gives our girls the confidence to take risks and try new things. This encourages healthy competition and helps build confidence.

One of the greatest benefits is that learning can encapsulate what it is to be a girl. Topics relate to their interests and students can share like-minded discussion as a group. Oriana finds it leaves girls “feeling empowered to behave in a way that reflects them and their interests.”

At Southwood Middle School, led by David Simpson, learning encapsulates what it means to be a boy. The curriculum is tailored to get the boys out of their chairs and moving. Teaching incorporates tangible things that the boys can get

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their hands on. In Year 8 Mathematics the students construct boxes when talking about measurement and volume.

New to Tintern Schools this year, David believes that “all students are capable of success and excellence. Our job as teachers is to find for each student what they need from us in order to experience that success.” Our teachers are focused on each boy meeting his best self as he progresses through Middle School.

Boys are given opportunities to excel and go above and beyond, whilst also providing them with boundaries and structures to feel safe. They can then undertake these challenges without feeling as though they will fail or be punished.

David says “In a nutshell, we are aiming to give students an environment where they are able to test their boundaries.”

All of this is supported by the purposebuilt Middle Schools Building. Designed with respect to leading educational theory, the facilities have already proven to exceed expectations. The natural light, wider classrooms, large corridors and break out learning spaces have allowed the Middle Schools to connect as a group.

In the words of Will Snibson, Year 8, “Southwood Middle School offers a wide range of new things for me to try and experiment with. It certainly helps that we have big, bright new buildings to use – they give us plenty of space to move around.”

In the Middle Schools, students share a common curriculum, but it is delivered differently for boys and girls. Below are just some of the teaching strategies employed: Teachers of Boys: B uild relationships with boys first then teach them Use pictures, icons, posters and debates to stimulate reflection Give boys words to articulate their feelings and chances to use them Demonstrate, then let boys learn from experience Teachers of Girls: Encourage girls to take a risk, speculate, explore Assign rotating roles in group work Don’t dampen high energy girls Structured learning sequence: talkingthinking-doing

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he commencement of the 2014 school year saw Tintern Schools take a leap forward in its use of digital technologies. With all students from Prep to Year 9 having iPads, the school also invested in an upgrade of its learning management system and parent portal, MyTintern.

The updated MyTintern site allows students to log in each morning and see news and announcements, check their timetable and throughout the day to input their homework. It allows teachers to post key learning resources, interact with their students, post videos, notes from lessons and study tools.

One semester in, we have seen classes posting resources, blogs and

forums, work being submitted online, tests being conducted online and numerous pictures and videos.

What is fantastic about MyTintern is that it allows students to connect anywhere, anytime and on any device.

They can manage their learning needs and engage with their peers and teachers outside of class time. We seek to prepare each student for life after their school, where technology will be at the core of day to day functioning both in the workplace environment and at home.

Parents are also able to utilise MyTintern by logging in to read the latest news from the school, as well as view their children’s timetables, class resources, homework and class pages.

This allows them to be informed of the work being set at school and easily contact teachers if required.

Staff at the school have all been provided with a mentor, to help them learn what is possible within the new system. The school has also offered parent training sessions.

“The MyTintern sessions with parents have given our families an opportunity to explore what services are available to them via the school portal. The feedback from parents has also provided valuable ideas about functionality they would like to see developed in the future,” explains Sue Healey, Director of Information and Technology Services.

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Tintern Students in Europe French Exchange

On 25 November, six Tintern girls bound for France boarded a plane. When we arrived in France it was a scorching three degrees. One train trip later and we were with our host families.

Some highlights were our visit to the medieval village of Saint-Emilion (sampling the crepes), ice skating (sampling the ice), the Dune du Pilat (sampling the cake), cooking class in Bordeaux (sampling the macarons), walking tour of Bordeaux (sampling the bakery) and generally having a great time and eating a great deal with our host sisters. It was really good to be immersed in the culture and everyone’s French has improved enormously.

We enjoyed meeting people and getting to know more about French culture and history, especially as we spent Christmas and New Year with our host families.

After six weeks, we caught the train to Paris, where we enjoyed ourselves at famous sites such as the Eiffel Tower, Sacre-Coeur, Moulin Rouge and Notre Dame and took a lot of photos! From this trip I have learnt a lot of valuable things. I have learnt how to break a language barrier, and how to survive in a French school, and also that some things, like friendship, happiness, and reality TV are universal.

By Elly D’Arcy - Year 12

German Exchange

Over the Christmas holidays, I and four other students took part in a six week exchange to Germany. We arrived in Dusseldorf on the morning of 26 November. After the long flight everyone was happy to meet their families. My family was amazing and made me feel right at home. The next day all us Australians headed to school with our exchange partners. It was an early start with school starting at 7:30am! The classes we attended were hard to understand at first but after a week or so we could follow along.

We participated in multiple day trips while we were in Germany, travelling to Trier, Maastricht and Berlin. The rest of our time was spent enjoying the holidays with our families, having a German Christmas and New Year’s where we experienced many of the unique traditions they have. Many of us also had the chance to travel to different parts of Germany and Europe with our families.

Overall the German exchange was an incredible experience. I thoroughly recommend that anyone learning German take part in this exchange. You will learn lots about the culture and language of the country, experience incredible unforgettable places and meet many new people.

By Claudia Rosenbrock, Year 11

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trips and tours

China 2014

Tuesday 1 April was no average Tuesday for the 24 students and 4 teachers who embarked on the China Tour. From Beijing all the way down to the beautiful beaches of Xiamen, we loved the acrobats, the Forbidden City, the kung fu master, the Sacred Way, the silk factory, the Terracotta Warriors, the Shanghai Bund, the Temple of Heaven, the rickshaw rides… the list goes on. Here is just a small snippet of our amazing trip.

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e arrived at our first destination, Beijing, after a rowdy 15 hours of travelling. After struggling out of the airport, we managed to safely deposit our luggage onto the bus, ready to see our first sights of China! The diversity of China’s capital surprised us when we arrived at the Modern Beijing Art District with its hipster vibe. This scene juxtaposed against the ancient ruins of the Great Wall, the place we were all dying to visit. After seeing the Ming tombs and strolling along the Sacred Way, we made the much anticipated journey to the famous landmark and began the quest up the monster of a fence. The Great Wall would be a hard act to follow, however, the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven were both serious contenders for the number one highlight. We also enjoyed a home-cooked lunch in a small village in Beijing.

On our last day we visited Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City - an unforgettable experience.

One overnight train ride later, we arrived in Xi’an. The definite highlight of this city was the Terracotta Warriors. The grandeur and detail of the warriors was breathtaking. We also had a bike ride along the top of the city wall, giving us full view of the ancient city.

Shanghai was our next destination, a more modern and dynamic part of China. Standing at The Bund, we could clearly see the differences between modern Shanghai (on one side of the river) and old European Shanghai. While in Shanghai we took a day trip to Suzhou, the “Venice of the East”. We also visited one of Shanghai’s more privileged schools and had the opportunity to make life long pen pals and to see what school life is like.

Our last destination was Xiamen, where we got a taste of China’s magnificent seafood. We visited China’s ‘Island of Pianos’, where Matthew Wakeley’s dad showed us around the Organ Museum and gave us a special tour of the watch tower and also performed a song on the largest organ in the museum. Xiamen was a nice, relaxing way to end the trip. The trip didn’t end when we arrived home because the China bond is still living in all of our hearts, yearning to

By Stephanie Jones, Rachael Sheehan and Maddi Pretto go back.

Arts are an integral part of every student’s education. The Arts speak to our students’ creative spirits, allowing them to be both creators and appreciators. Through the Arts, students learn to frame the world from an aesthetic perspective encouraging them to reflect and explore new methods for personal expression and creative thinking. As students experience the work of others they develop empathy and through collaboration, and community is fostered. As their creative skills are developed, students learn that problems can have multiple solutions, enhancing their work across all disciplines of study. The first semester at Tintern Schools has seen a number of wonderful performance opportunities.

Here are just some of them.

VCE DRAMA ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE

The VCE Drama Ensemble Performance Evening on Thursday 29 March presented two distinct group-devised performances that offered an insight into the nature of ‘Obsession: Possession’. Drama students from Units 1 and 3 worked intensively in afterschool rehearsals, improvising movement and chorus work, and the end result was well worth the hard work.

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school musical

Kiss Me Kate

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n Wednesday 19 March, the cast of Kiss Me Kate 2014 waited nervously in the wings of the Karralyka Centre stage before the first preview performance. As the curtains opened, nerves turned to excitement and the cast was finally, after months of preparations and rehearsals, able to share the show with a lively and supportive audience.

The whole cast was eager for, in the words of Hattie (played by Chase Young), “Another Op’enin’ Another Show”. Thanks to the enthusiasm of the chorus, dancers and main cast led by Emma Purcell as Lilli Vanessi, Alfred Kouris as Fred Graham, Meredith Watts as Lois Lane and Brendon Green as Bill Calhoun, the opening night was a wonderful success. Enthusiasm

By Olympia Sarris, School Vice Captain

remained consistent through the entire performance week and each cast member strived to give every audience their absolute best performance so that each show would be even better than the last. Every night was unique, though equally enjoyable for both the cast and the audience.

By Saturday night there was an incredible buzz amongst the cast, although for some there was a tinge of sadness as it marked the end of the production journey at Tintern Schools.

No matter how many shows each cast member has participated in I am positive that all would agree that being a part of the Tintern Schools musical is always an incredibly rewarding and enjoyable experience.

YEAR 8 PERFORMING ARTS EVENING Our Year 8 Performing Arts Evening on June 12 allowed students to share their experiences in Music, Drama and Dance. The theme was The Four Seasons and we saw confident drama performances, energetic dance routines and beautiful musical renditions.

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year 8/9 music

Beyond the classroom

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n Term 2, the Year 8 and 9 Music Technology class confronted the cold and wet and headed toward Melbourne. We had been writing original compositions for the Federation Bells at Birrarung Marr for a few weeks during lessons. This was the day when we got to hear our pieces played live in public.

It is the only carillon in the world where the bells are spread out so that you can walk amongst them to experience the full ‘surround sound’. Mr Ariel Valent, from the City of Melbourne, used MIDI technology to play our music, and we

felt like real composers and musicians.

Our music sounded even better than we expected when we heard it live on these amazing bells.

We were looking for somewhere warmer, and The Beatles in Australia exhibition was our next stop. What a surprising range of everyday items were used as merchandise — toy guitars, tea towels, pin cushions, all with the “fab four’s” faces on them.

Our visit to the Melbourne Town Hall was a new experience for almost everyone.

We couldn’t believe the detail and beauty

of the furniture and artwork. A central feature of the decor was the Australiana, featuring exquisite gum leaves, kangaroos and gum nuts.

Who could possibly get lost inside a musical instrument? We could (and did), with the Melbourne Town Hall Grand Organ. Who wouldn’t, as it had lots of flights of stairs and organ pipes everywhere. We were allowed to play it, and we showcased a range of material from a Bach fugue to ‘Twinkle Twinkle Little Star’.

By the Girls of the 8/9 Music Technology Elective

Tintern girls perform at the Melbourne Recital Centre A choir consisting of girls from the Intermediate Choir and Cooper Choir joined with the Star Chorale and orchestra to perform Carmina Burana at the Melbourne Recital Centre in June. A capacity audience gave the Tintern singers well deserved sustained applause at the conclusion. The performance was certainly a memorable occasion for all involved.

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kelson awards assembly The Ilma Kelson Music Scholar Awards

Every year Tintern Schools is pleased to to offer students at the school the opportunity to audition for a range of music scholarships. The Ilma Kelson Music Scholar Awards are named in honour of Mrs Ilma Kelson, a former music director at Tintern. In their eleventh year this year, the Kelson Family have endowed annual encouragement scholarships to be awarded to students in pursuit of musical excellence.

We were pleased to welcome Mr Michael Kelson and his wife, Mrs Lyn Kelson, to Tintern on Friday 13 June to present this year’s awards to the following recipients.

Outstanding Senior Performer Brendon Green (Guitar), Year 11 Music Captains Charlotte Anderson (Saxophone), Year 12 Robert Pywell (French Horn), Year 12 Encouragement Award for Desirable Instrument Chloe Eckley (Oboe), Year 8 Tara McAsey (Cello), Year 8 Ella Watt (Trumpet), Year 7

jazz night

Drawing a big crowd

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n Saturday 17 May, the Tintern Schools Friends of Music held their annual Jazz Night in the CM Wood Centre. As always, it was a fantastic evening which not only showcased our students’ talents, but also one which brought the Tintern community together.

The concert featured the many senior choirs, duets from Year 12 students Meredith Watts and Elly D’Arcy, the Jazz Band and, in a Jazz Night first, the Hamilton String Quartet. The Hamilton String Quartet performed four pieces on the new electric string instruments which were purchased by the Friends of Music Committee.

This was actually the launch of these fantastic additions to the Music department’s resources and it was a

very exciting performance. The New Melbourne Jazz Band also provided great entertainment and their music promoted some awesome moves on the dance floor.

Suade, an a cappella vocal group, were a new and exciting addition to this year’s performances. They impressed the 300+ people in the audience with their tight harmonies and entertaining banter between songs. It was great to see so many teachers at the event.

This has become a truly whole school event, and we hope to see everyone back for next year’s Jazz Night. We would also like to congratulate Brendon Green who was awarded the Ron Trigg Jazz Award for his contribution to music/jazz. Well done Brendon!

By Charlotte Anderson, Instrumental Captain

Penelope Thwaites Music Scholar Awards

The Penelope Thwaites Music Scholar Awards, sponsored by Mr Michael Kelson, were also presented on the day. They are named in honour of the world-renowned pianist and former Tintern student and school pianist. The recipients of these awards were:

Outstanding Junior Performer Gilda Ferrie (Violin), Year 5 School Pianist Eunice Tang (Piano), Year 11 Choral Captain Maeghan McKenzie (Voice), Year 12 Performance of Australian Composition Gordon Hoxley (Piano), Year 12 Original Composition Eleanor D’Arcy (Quintet), Year 12 Factis / 19

A sporting philosophy

EISM SUMMER SPORT EISM Summer Sport was conducted during Term 1. Year 9 and Senior teams competed in Cricket, Basketball, Hockey, Tennis, Volleyball, Touch Rugby and Ultimate Frisbee, whilst Year 8 Girls competed in Netball, Softball, Soccer and Tennis. With some 28 teams heading out to sport each week there was plenty of opportunity for students to be actively involved and enjoy some friendly competition.

Congratulations to our most successful teams during Term 1: Team

Place

Girls Senior Tennis A

Runners Up

Girls Senior Tennis B

Premiers

Girls Senior Basketball A

Runners Up

Boys Senior Hockey

Third

Girls Year 9 Softball

Premiers

Girls Year 9 Tennis A

Premiers

Girls Year 9 Tennis B

Runners Up

Girls Year 8 Soccer

Premiers

Girls Year 8 Tennis A

Premiers

Girls Year 8 Tennis B

Premiers

EISM SWIMMING Tintern Schools experienced great success in the pool this year due to the wonderful commitment shown by the students and organisation of Ms Maher and Mr Stephenson.

Tintern Schools came third overall in the Division 1 group (only a few points behind second), and won the Most Improved School trophy.

Outstanding performers at both the Division 1 Carnival and Champions Meet were: Moya Zhang, Matt Gilling, Ella Donoghue, Ashleigh Harrison and Joel Pearce-Schmidt.

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ith a wide range of sporting opportunities available to students, as well as a “No Saturday Sport” policy – what exactly is the philosophy behind Tintern Schools sporting program?

“It is about opportunity,” explains Adam Kenny, our Head of Southwood and Boys Education, who also oversees the sporting programs. “Being a relatively small school means that we can create lots of opportunity for students to join sporting teams. If a student wants a place on the cricket team, whilst there is healthy competition for those places, they are not one of 100 students competing for a place.”

An equally important part of the schools approach to sport is its “No Saturday Sport” commitment. “We have students in trampolining, racing, yachting, aerobics, calisthenics, roller skating, and just about every sport imaginable. As there is no Saturday sport, they are free to follow this passion. During the week, students compete at a high level in their school program and on the weekend they can be involved with sport in the local community.”

Sport is about developing responsibility, camaraderie and teamwork.

It builds confidence but it is not just about participation. “We want everyone to participate in sport, but we also have high expectations of students in regards to striving for success on the teams as this gives them a sense of achievement,” explains Adam.

Outside of competitive sport, our Physical Education program exposes students to a range of different sporting opportunities.

There are also extra opportunities, such as fitness programs before the school day starts. These are voluntary but students are provided with a structured program and an instructor. “Involvement in sport allows our students to develop self-confidence and built their selfesteem, which ultimately helps them to succeed in life.”

EISM ATHLETICS

The EISM Division 2 Athletic Carnival was held in what can only be described as bleak conditions. 15 students qualified for the Champions Meet and most performed beyond expectations with many recording personal bests and leap-frogging into medals.

Outstanding performers at the Division 2 Carnival and medallists at the Champions Meet were:

Name

Division

Event

Place

Anjali Lobo

U/16 Girls

Long Jump

1st

Triple Jump

1st

800m

1st

400m

2nd

1500m

2nd

400m

2nd

800m

2nd

Long Jump

2nd

100m

4th

800m

2nd

1500m

3rd

Jess Reid

Brendon Green

Emma Whitla Jasmin Amiet

U/14 Girls

Open Boys

U/13 Girls U/13 Girls

Triple Jump

3rd

High Jump

3rd

Sophie Cookes

U/13 Girls

800m

1st

Nikki Davis

U/16 Girls

Shot Put

1st

Gary Haasbroek

U/15 Boys

Long Jump

1st

Maddy Button

Open Girls

1500m

2nd

HOUSE SPORTING ACTIVITIES

Middle School students have enjoyed competing in a range of year level House sports. Year 7 Girls enjoyed competing in House Volleyball, Soccer and Cheer Sports, whilst Year 7 Boys competed in House Hockey, Soccer, Basketball and Football. Year 8 Girls participated in a Volleyball round-robin and joined with the Boys for House Tenpin Bowling.

Level

Sport

House Champions

Year 7 Girls

Volleyball Soccer

Somner/Stewart Butterss/Cross

Year 7 Boys

Hockey Soccer Basketball Football

Mansfield/McKie Mansfield/McKie Basketball Gordon/Grant

Year 8 Girls

Volleyball

Mansfield/McKie

Year 8 Mixed

Bowling

Gordon/Grant

HOUSE CROSS COUNTRY

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Ruffey Lake Park in Doncaster was the venue for our Senior and Middle School House Cross Country runs with both days being held under sunny skies around a beautiful course framed in Autumn colours.

This year it was great to see that as each Year 12 student crossed the finish line they formed a ‘guard of honour’ to applaud their peers home on their final House Cross Country. Students enjoyed the day which concluded with a barbeque and presentations. Mansfield/McKie left the other houses seeing red as they notched up their second carnival for the year.

Level

BOYS

GIRLS

Year 7

Matt Evans

Emma Whitla

Year 8

Joel Williams

Jess Reid

Year 9

Adam Blazevic

Grace Power

Year 10 Gary Haasbroek

Maddy Button

Year 11 Brendon Green

Olivia Bridgeford

Year 12 Michael Whitbourn Laura Page

HOUSE ATHLETICS

Our House Athletic Carnival was held at East Burwood Track in February 1s under sunny skies and with loads of enthusiasm. Senior and Middle School Pl a t Man ce: House Captains are to be commended for their organisation and the sfi Mc K e l d / level of participation they engendered. There were many outstanding ie individual and team performances across the range of traditional and nontraditional athletic events offered on the day. Despite a tremendous challenge from the other houses, it was Mansfield/McKie that collected the trophy.

Year Level Champions Level

BOYS

GIRLS

Year 7

Matt Evans

Kali Dolphin

Year 8

Jay McKean

Emily Noonan

Year 9

Hunter O’Shaughnessy

Sophie Horvath

Year 10 Gary Haasbroek

Anjali Lobo

Year 11 Brendon Green

Nikki Davis

Year 12 Chris Wilks

Megan Henderson

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Social World Awareness Group This year Tintern Schools has created a new co-curricular opportunity – the Social World Awareness Group (SWAG). The group meets weekly to discuss issues surrounding social justice, and aims to educate and further students’ knowledge of the world around them. They are led by past students as mentors, who present topical issues such as world poverty, inadequate education, poor health provisions, equality, human rights and injustice through the loss of personal power.

duo top the state Last year Oliver Wykes (Year 12) and Dinali Fernando (Year 4) won medals in the University of NSW International Competition and Assessment for Schools competitions. Oliver achieved the top score in Victoria for writing, and Dinali achieved the top score for English. To win a medal is a huge achievement and we congratulate both students on their success.

Writer in residence In Term 2, 10 Year 9 and 10 Year 8 girls have participated in the creative writing workshops, run by Amy Han. Amy has published many books and is a highly regarded author. We were involved in seven sessions to write a short story of approximately 3,000 words. We started off with some basic writing tasks and free writing sessions to get the main idea of our story. We were inspired by photo prompts and other real life situations. We then all read each other’s stories and suggested things that could improve the final piece.

The stories will all be published in a book named Tintern Stories and this will be available shortly. It was a great experience and we all loved our weekly sessions.

By Emily McLean, Year 9

In May students from Years 10-12 learnt how to manipulate people’s lives and kill their darlings. Naturally, it was in the context of a writers workshop.

Horizon English students from Tintern’s Senior School participated in a threeweek workshop with Australian crime writer Ellie Marney. Over the weeks, we were taught about the structure of writing and characterisation, culminating in the writing of several pieces, which may well be appearing in Pegasus Campanile at the end of the year.

By Elly D’Arcy and Alannah Murray, Year 12

It’s official – the Tintern Schools Fair is back in 2015! We invite all members of our community to put Saturday 18 April, 2015 in their diaries. The Fair is always a wonderful opportunities for the community to come together and celebrate with rides, amazing food, fireworks and performances.

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Tintern girl performs at Carnegie Hall

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n Monday 26 May, Year 5 Tintern student Gilda Ferrie, had the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York City. Gilda performed at the American Protégé International Piano & Strings Competition 2014 and was named as the Third Place Winner in the Young Musicians category.

Jumping for joy

Alex Dillon, Year 10, represented Australia at the Indo Pacific Championships, held in South Africa in July, where he won silver in the Under 17s Mens Double Mini Trampoline.

Alex also competed at the Australian Gymnastics Championships and came second in the synchronised trampolining category for Junior Synch Men. Congratulations Alex!

Gilda performed the Beriot Violin Concerto in A Minor Op. 104, 1st Movement. Gilda earned the prize by submitting a video recording of her playing and competed against thousands of young musicians from around the world.

Tintern Junior School supported Gilda by conducting a raffle to raise funds to pay for rehearsals with an accompanist in Australia and New York.

Gilda was overjoyed by the opportunity she earned and was enthralled by the performances of other gifted young musicians in the concert. Tintern Schools would like to congratulate Gilda on her amazing efforts.

Swimming up a storm

In March 2014 I competed in the Victorian State Lifesaving Championships. I entered in over 25 events and competed well in all of them. The first race was the swim, which I won for the second year in a row.

My next race was on the board, where I finished 5th overall. This was followed by one of my favourite races called the ‘Iron’ and I was really happy to have finished 4th overall.

On the Sunday I was really excited to compete alongside my friends in the team events. Our team competed in the Aqua Cameron and in the final we won gold by a fingernail. The next big race was the Beach Relay.

Our team won by three metres and we were all jumping for joy.

Training for an event like this involves two board sessions and up to seven swim sessions per week. There are also up to two sessions of core work and then running sessions. A lot of people dislike training but I love the preparation and I always push myself to get better.

I do surf Nippers because my brother started to do it and he said it was a lot of fun.

I gave it a go and I am really happy I started.

I have learnt a lot about the beach and how to tell if there is a current or a rip or the easiest way to get out through the waves. I have been very fortunate with my swimming experiences to date and feel that this is a great way for me to give back to the community.

By Kim Gilling, Year 6

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Annual Cathedral Service at St Paul’s

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his year’s Tintern Schools Annual Cathedral Service was held on 23 February at St. Paul’s Cathedral.

As always, it was a wonderful day which brought the whole Tintern Schools community together. The service was opened with a beautiful rendition of Bach’s Italian Concerto performed by the Tintern Schools Chamber Orchestra. Throughout the service, the congregation was lead in worship by the Student Leadership Team who conducted themselves with great poise and grace. The Litany for Unity was accompanied with great sensitivity by

the Year 8 Wind Trio. Both the Boys and Girls Chamber Choirs filled the Cathedral with their beautiful voices, singing each of their songs with great unity. This was fitting when we consider the theme of the Cathedral Service; ‘Unity, together as one.’ The Leadership Team had invited the Reverend Stephen Delbridge, Co-ordinator of Anglican Health Chaplains, to give the Sermon.

The Reverend Delbridge spoke of his work at the Royal Children’s Hospital, and how much he has learnt about unity while working there. He also used many other

experiences from his life to explain the true value of unity in society. The Cathedral Service was brought to a close with a combined item utilising the forces of all of the Senior and Intermediate Choirs and the Tintern Schools Chamber Orchestra in a performance of Verdi’s Va Pensiero. Again, this was a great representation of the theme of Unity. All members of the congregation left the Church feeling uplifted by the musical offerings and worship experienced at this event. The school also raised a total of $2,000 which will go towards The Smith Family.

By Charlotte Anderson, Instrumental Captain

horse trials

The 14th Annual Tintern Schools Interschool Horse Trials Championships was once again a great success. The event was held at the picturesque Wandin Park on 26 and 27 April 2014.

There were 250 competitors from 75 schools across Victoria who participated in the competition.

Tintern Schools Interschool Horse Trials is the only event of its kind on the Interschool Equestrian Calendar where competitors participate in three phases of competition over two days dressage, show jumping and cross country. Dressage being the main event on Saturday and Cross Country and Showjumping on Sunday.

The weather was kind to us for most of the weekend and the sun was shining, aside from Saturday when the heavens opened for a short time whilst the dressage phase was underway.

Most competitors camp with their horses and team mates Next year’s be at Wandin Park over the course of the weekend. Many of will event and the competitors, teachers and their families enjoyed the

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Farewell Father Taplin We are sad to farewell Father Stewart Taplin, who will be leaving Tintern Schools at the beginning of 2015. Stewart joined Tintern at the beginning of 1994 and over his 20 years of service has been affectionately known as Papa T, Father T or Chaplain Taplin.

Over his years at Tintern, Stewart has guided the school spiritually in his role as Chaplain and as a teacher of Religion, and has mentored students through the Outdoor Education program. He has also been a strong supporter of the school’s social justice programs, notably through Red Cross, Oaktree and the newly formed Social Justice Group.

His fondest memories of Tintern are, unsurprisingly, the relationships formed. “My favourite moment in teaching is when you see the light being ‘switched on’, that moment when the student understands what you are teaching them – the look on the student’s face is fantastic,” explains Stewart. Having taught the boys and girls over 20 years, he has experienced this countless times.

“20 years at Tintern could be summed up by: the planning of Cathedral services and working with the School Leaders to develop themes; countless assemblies and reflections; over 400 Chaplain’s Corners written for the newsletter; numerous chocolate frogs and packets of smarties dispersed to staff and students; tears and laughter; long hours behind the wheel of the school bus en route to different camps; attendance at an amazing number of Music and Drama performances; a privileged time caring for the school community; happy meals shared with many; the brides and grooms I have married in churches, beaches and gardens; the faces of those we have mourned as they have left this world; celebrating the opening of Southwood as well as the last day at Maidstone Street and together as one the East Ringwood campus.”

The Tintern Schools community wishes Stewart well in his plans for the future and we will farewell him formally at the Annual Cathedral Service in 2015. spit roast and disco which was organised on Saturday evening whilst others enjoyed staying warm by their camp fires.

The competition is scored individually and as a team event.

We are pleased to announce that Tintern came second in this years competition, with a team comprised of Anna Church, Amber Shiel-Jones, Sophie Bennett and Grace Garland.

Individually Amber Shiel-Jones entered the competition riding two horses and won both Grade 2 and 3 sections. Anna Church came third overall in Grade 3 and Grace Garland placed fifth in Grade 4. Congratulations to all our riders from Tintern Schools Equestrian Team. There were many personal bests achieved over the course of the weekend and all our riders were outstanding ambassadors for Tintern Schools.

Thanks go to the parents from the Friends of Equestrian, alongside our Equestrian Captains who all worked together to organise the day with enthusiasm, precision and professionalism.

We look forward to another successful event in 2015.

By Amanda te Boekhorst, Equestrian Coordinator

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reunions

Class of 1999 and 1994 Reunions

The class of 1999 and 1994 reunited on Saturday 15 March.

Many ladies arrived bearing babies and buggies. Years gone were quickly forgotten as classmates reconnected with each other and the school. In particular, it was great to see five of our “Survivors” back together again.

Pictured below left, L-R: Sophie Webber, Mandy Warren (nee Ward), Chelsea Lane-Baker (nee Lane), Marlo Saunders (nee Phizacklea) & Aisha Archbold (nee Martini).

25, 30 and 35 Year Reunions

Class of 1994

1994 “Survivors”

Class of 1999

Approximately 80 people reunited with old friends on Saturday 14 June as they came back to school to mark the passing of 25, 30 or 35 years since they said goodbye to Tintern. Speaking personally, it was a fabulous opportunity to catch up with people I had not seen for 35 years – it’s amazing how spending the early part of your life with people creates a bond that never breaks.

There was a lot of laughter and never-ending chatter with so much to catch up on and share – how anyone found time to eat the lovely lunch provided is beyond me! I’m now looking forward to the next reunion in five years’ time.

By Shelley-Anne Eckley (nee Baker, YG 1979)

TOGA Women of Influence 2014 As a break from tradition, this year TOGA held their AGM within a Networking session, inviting four past students to speak to the group. “TOGA, Women of Influence” was so successful we would like to repeat this next year.

TOGA encourages past students from all walks of life to come along and be involved. This year we focused on women who are successful business women and heard from: Cheryl Batagol (YG1970), Chairman of the Victorian Environmental Protection Authority Karen Gately (YG1988), Director and Principal Consultant of Ryan Gately Jenny Brown (YG1981), Owner and Senior Adviser of JBS Financial Strategists Kate Jenkins (YG1985), Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissioner

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It was an amazing couple of hours hearing about their three key influences on their success. They were given a short time frame to share their years of knowledge and they did an outstanding job. Authenticity, passion, courage, knowing your numbers, networking, branding you, relationships and the importance of storytelling were stirring lessons.

TOGA encourages and strives for the connection of past students and it is our ambition that we will continue to focus on how we can increase the networking and mentoring available.

We have incredible women within TOGA, in all fields and all spheres.

Together we are strong, together we can help each other out, in deeds not words we encourage your participation. Roll on 2015 to our next AGM.

By Carol Robertson, TOGA President

past students

Where are they now?

Alaria Cawood (YG2008) has completed a Bachelor of Property and Real Estate majoring in Marketing at Deakin University. She was recognised as top performing student in Consumer Behaviour during 2013 and was accepted onto the Dean’s Merit List for 2014.

Ashleigh Moffatt (YG2005) was named Box Hill Institute’s Vocational Student of the Year for 2014. Ashleigh has completed an Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Technology is currently completing a Bachelor of Fashion.

Brent De Souza (YG2009) is now a commercially qualified pilot who is studying for his air transport licence.

Kate Redwood (nee Blaubaum) (YG1966) was recently made a Member of the Order of Australia for community service. Her many achievements include serving as president of Berry Street Inc., a director of State Trustees Limited, a director of Melbourne Health and a director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute. She served two terms as a City of Melbourne councillor and was elected to Hepburn Shire Council in 2012.

Kate Richards (YG1991) is a trained doctor working in medical research. She is an award winning writer. Her memoir, Madness, was published in February 2013. Kate is an advocate for living well with disability and long-term illness.

Lisa Davidson (YG2001) studied international relations and law at Bond University. After graduating, she worked as a judge’s associate in Queensland, then undertook post-graduate studies in development practice and joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade’s (DFAT) graduate program.

She undertook a diplomatic posting Lisa Davidson

as second secretary and consul at the Australian Embassy in Buenos Aires from 2010-2013 before returning to DFAT’s Canada and Latin America branch. She recently delivered the keynote speech at the International Baccalaureate Diploma Awards Ceremony for Victoria and Tasmania, which Tintern hosted.

Melissa Conley Tyler (YG1987) was appointed Australian Institute of International Affairs national executive director in 2006. She is a lawyer and specialist in conflict resolution. She was previously program manager of the International Conflict Resolution Centre at the University of Melbourne and senior fellow of Melbourne Law School. In 2008 she was named one of Australia’s 1000 “best and brightest” to take part in the Australia 2020 Summit.

Melissa Neal (YG2002) has been a Livestock Industry Development Officer at DPI Bendigo, since 2007. She has been a member of the Beef Co-operative Research Centre, National Distillation Team to interpret scientific research outcomes into key producer messages. She is also National Lamb Supply Chain Officer at Australian Meat Processor Corpration and Sheep CRC. Nick Shying (YG2013) is now an officer in training with the navy. He writes: “During initial training we woke up at 0530 every day and had Physical Training for an hour.

We had instruction from 0800-1800. We also had exercises where we would camp out in the field with ration packs and then spend a full day doing exercises. During the second exercise we marched 30km and rowed 7km in an inflatable dinghy. It’s intense but a lot of fun.”

Ashleigh Moffatt Nick Shying

In 2013 Janine Kirk, AM, (YG1970) became Chief Executive of The Prince’s Charities Australia, which co-ordinates Prince Charles’ Australian charitable work.

She had been a partner at Ernst & Young for six years and is a director of the Ernst & Young Foundation. Before that she was chief executive of the Committee for Melbourne.

She chairs or sits on prominent committees including Tourism Victoria.

Thomas “TJ” Lacey Strictly B (YG2011) started will be c allroom o professional work Melbou ming to r – keep a ne in 2015 at age seven in ‘The n eye on o Magic Faraway Tree’. Facebook page to ur o find ut when Other stage credits ticke include ‘Singin’ in the on sale. ts go Rain’ and the Melbourne and Singapore seasons of ‘Oliver!’ and ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and several appearances with The Production Company in shows including ‘Music Man’, ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ and ‘Oklahoma!’

Lacey played the lead role of Ben Tickle in the ABC’s hit teen series ‘Dance Academy’, and had a recurring role in Channel Seven’s ‘Winners and Losers’.

Most recently, he was cast as Scott Hastings in Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Strictly Ballroom’ the Musical, which opened in Sydney in April and coming to Melbourne in January 2015.

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marriages

Cara and Nick Mill

Tintern ❤ Southwood This year we have seen a number of Tintern girls marry Southwood boys.

Laura De Lacey (nee Douglas) (YG2006) and Aaron De Lacey (YG2006) met in Year 9 at Tintern/Southwood dancing lessons, and had been dating since then.

They were married at St. Pauls Cathedral Melbourne on Saturday 8 February 2014, with the reception at RACV Club Melbourne.

Aaron’s groomsmen were James McWhinney (2006) and Steve Lockie (2006) and Laura's bridesmaids were friends from university.

Braden Cooper and Jasminder Ghotra

Braden Cooper (YG2008) and Jasminder Ghotra (YG2009) met in

2006 whilst doing the Year 9/10 production.

Braden played Macbeth and Jasminder played Witch #8 (which he still teases her about). They remained friends until 2009, when Jasminder added Braden as a friend on Facebook, and the rest is history.

The wedding honoured Jasminder’s Indian heritage, and they had a Sikh ceremony as well as a traditional wedding. The wedding party was comprised of friends they had made whilst at Tintern and Southwood. Braden's groomsmen were Josh Mason (YG2008), Paul Van Der Toorren (Southwood from Year 5 - Year 10, peer year 2008), Chris Taylor (YG2008) and Nick Kerr (YG2008).

Jasminder's bridesmaids were Lisa Dowling (YG2009), Erin Verberne (Tintern from Year 7 - Year 10, peer year 2009), Claire Steenhuis (YG2009) and Laura Martin (YG2009).

births Mardi Riordan (YG1994) and her husband Brad Reeves welcomed a baby boy in November 2013.

Linda Pyne (YG1999) and her partner Mark welcomed their son Thomas on 28 February 2014.

Samuel Felix Baker arrived on 15 January, 2014. He joins big sister, Sadie (born April 2011)

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Laura and Aaron De Lacey Cara Mill (nee Versteegen) (YG2007) and Nick Mill (YG2007) met at the end of Year 9 at the Tintern bus bay. They started dating in Year 10 on the 27 February. They accompanied each other to all their school formals and to the Debutant ball. After high school they both went to university and travelled together. On their 8th anniversary Nick proposed while on a holiday. A year later,

and their parents Iain and Amy BAKER (nee Brown) (YG1999) couldn't be more thrilled.

Holly Shera-Jones (nee Press) (YG2002) and her husband Leigh welcomed their daughter Ava Hope into the world on 30 March 2013.

Archie Paul Franke-Williams was born on 10 April 2014 to Suzie Franke (YG1996) and David Williams.

on Thursday 27 February, they were married at Newman Chapel, followed by a reception in the River Room at Crown Casino. Nick had Nathan Mill (YG2011) as his Best Man, Chris Wong (YG2007) and Alex Versteegen (YG2009) as his groomsmen. Cara had Sonya Imbesi (YG2007) as her Maid of Honour and Heather Leong (YG 2007) and Brooke Carlile as bridesmaids.

Grandson to Manfred and Lynne Franke (nee Bernadou) (YG1958), Nephew to Libby Franke (YG1990) and Great Nephew to Pam McCartney (nee Bernadou) (YG 1952) and Yvonne Shaw (nee Bernadou) (YG1955).

Wayne and Allison Bromley (nee Robertson) (YG1988) along with their three daughters, Courtney (6), Alyssa (5) and Taylah (3), welcomed with surprise and

excitement a little boy Cruz Allan Bromley on 3 April 2013.

The family are all enjoying the little dash of blue that has joined their family.

Kayla Jennifer Wright was born to Katherine Ross (YG2009) and Matthew Wright on 13 April 2014. Kayla’s grandmother is Heather Ross, current staff member and her aunty is Sarah Ross (YG2003) and uncle is Matthew Ross (YG2006).

deaths

Past students

Elizabeth (BETTY) Cust (nee Mitchell) (YG1934) passed away on 11 January 2014, aged 97 years. Beloved wife of Eric. Mother of Richard and Caroline, mother-in-law of Kathleen and Richard, grandmother of Elizabeth, Andrew, Sarah, Fiona and Kate.

Grandmother- in-law of Tom, Louisa, Michael, Simon and Alex and great grandmother of Annabel, Alistair, Amelia, Sophie, Sam, Max, Tom, Jack, Lucy, Nicholas, Harry, Jasper and Finnegan.

Vanessa Lyons (nee McIlwraith) (YG1950) passed away on 2 August 2012 in Port Macquarie, previously of Palm Beach NSW. Condolences to her son, Mark Lyons. Sister of Kathleen Michael (Dec) (YG1949). Vanessa attended Tintern from 1945-1950.

Pamela Pisasale (OAM) (nee Carroll) (YG1953) passed away peacefully at St Vincent’s Hospital on 12 December 2012, aged 77 years. Our condolences to her husband Tory. Much loved mother of Anne, John, Michael, Jane, David, Elizabeth, Anthony, and Mark. Pamela attended Tintern from 1950-1952.

Beryl Edith Pitt (YG1937) died peacefully at Camberwell Gardens Nursing Home on 30 July 2013. Sister of Muriel Williams (YG1939). Beryl attended Tintern from 1929-1934.

Yvonne Morgan (YG1937) passed away peacefully on 30 July 2013 at Shanagolden Aged Care Facility,

Pakenham, aged 93 years. Yvonne attended Tintern from 1932-1936.

Yvonne Boyd (nee Lennie) (YG 1937) passed away on 12 November 2013.

She was married to one of Australia’s most prominent artists, Arthur Boyd, and an artist herself. She is survived by her three children, Polly, Jamie and Lucy, who are all artists, and nine grandchildren. Yvonne attended Tintern from 1934-1935. Sister of Carol Bouvier (dec) (YG1941), Aunt of Julie Bittner (YG1968) and Sally Bouvier (YG1973).

Judy Pearse (nee Engel) (YG1944) passed away peacefully on 16 November 2013, aged 86 years. Sister of Elizabeth Jack (YG1948). Judy attended Tintern from 1933-1944.

Dr Joan Gardner (YG1936) died on 19 November 2013 aged 95 years.

Our condolences to her nephew, John Sunter. Joan attended Tintern from 1929–1936. In the Honours list published on the Queen’s Birthday holiday in June 1992, Dr Joan Gardner, a microbiologist, was awarded the Order of Australia medal for her services to medicine, especially her work in sterilisation and infection control.

Vivienne Neale (nee Silcock) (YG1934) passed away Sunday 6 July 2014. She was a student at Tintern from 1923–1934 and had a long family history with Tintern. Her mother, Mrs G Silcock was a member of the Tintern School Council for 26 years (February

Bromley family

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1930 to March 1956) and served 25 years on the Finance committee. Mrs Neale’s sister, Joan Blaubaum (dec) (nee Silcock) (YG1932) also attended Tintern, as did her nieces; Rosemary Balfour (dec) (nee Blaubaum) (YG1960), Vivienne Jones (nee Blaubaum) (YG1956), Catherine (Kate) (nee Blaubaum) (YG 1966), Jacquie Bagnall (nee Silcock) (YG1966) and Marion Gibbins (nee Silcock) (YG1969) and her grand niece, Rebecca Bagnall (YG1992) The Silcock family donated the wrought iron gates that stood at the Victoria Street entrance for 48 years in memory of Mrs. G. R. Silcock, who for so many years helped the School as a parent, member of the Finance Committee and Member of Council. The gates are currently being modified to take residence down at the farm.

Margaret Simpson (nee McDougall) (YG1941) died peacefully in the early hours of Thursday 17 July 2014. Adored and admired mother of Julie Agar (YG1966), Robert, James, Bruce and John.

Past student family members:

Our condolences to Joan Hoyle (nee Nairn) (YG1952) on the death of her husband Rodney, who died peacefully on 25 November 2013 after a brief battle with cancer. Devoted husband of Joan for 56 years, loving father to Amanda Dyer (YG1978) and David, proud grandfather to Michael, Jessie, Ned and Mimi.

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Solve the mystery of the William Ricket ts Sculpture For many years a William Ricketts Sculpture has rested in the garden outside the entry to the Art Department. Unfortunately, it was recently damaged and the school is now considering its options to restore it. We have begun to research its history and when it actually arrived at the School.

The only detail we have found has been a photo in the 1979 Brook along with a poem written by Kate Walker, Form 1:

Movie Under The Stars

After deliberately ignoring weather reports for six weeks and then fretting about rain in the final week of preparations, we were Some pa s t u d e nt s t graced with a glorious evening for recollec s have our Movie Under The Stars gett William Ricketts io sculptu ns of the re together. This event is always a He nimbly flits among the trees, others r from the 1960 relaxed and enjoyable evening stand in emember it be s, and He tends the ferns, and there he sees in t have an he librar y in 19 g on a for families to come together, Again the life he spent 59 yr the sculp ecollections on . If you catch up with friends and In every sculptured face, content, w t time at ure was during here enjoy a fun movie.

To show the world with charm and grace, your paststu Tintern , pleas Food stalls were manned d e nt s @ e The vision of an ancient race e m ail tint or mail by volunteers from Friends the Tint ern .vic.edu .au Kate Walker, Form 1 er n A PO Box of Music, Friends of Young 26, Ring rchives, wood East Vic Farmers, Southwood Parents 31 3 5 .

Interested in helping out?

Club, The Tintern Association, Cheerleaders and the Senior We would love to hear from past students who Leadership Group, providing all would be interested in helping with: the typical movie-going victuals Reunions Golf day SOBA nights and novelties.

Archives Lost contacts Interstate Sausages sizzled, children Careers networking Work experience connections played and parents gathered to relax and chat while we waited Contact Us for the sun to go down and the

By Post: Community Relations Office, PO Box 26, Ringwood East VIC 3135 movie ‘Despicable Me 2’ to

By Phone: 03 9845 7877 start. A special mention must be

By Email: paststudents@tintern.vic.edu.au made of the Senior Leadership Group, who turned up dressed as Minions to wander the crowd, selling their glowsticks so successfully that by the end of the evening they had sold out!

A big thankyou to all the members of our community groups who came to run their stalls, contributing to a wonderful social evening for everyone.

By Shelley-Anne Eckley

A very Tintern wedding On Saturday 26 April 2014 Larissa Baker (YG1986) married Phillip Wakeley (uncle of Alexandra Wakeley (YG2012) and Matthew Wakeley (Year 11) at St Paul's Anglican Church, Canterbury.

Larissa and Phillip met at an Oaktree Fundraising Evening held at Tintern in 2012, which was organised by members

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of Oaktree, which included Alexandra Wakeley and Holly Eckley (currently in Year 9) who is Larissa's niece and daughter of Shelley-Anne Eckley (YG1980). Larissa was there with a stall selling jewellery, while Phillip attended as Alexandra's guest. Both Alexandra and Holly take credit for the match.

The wedding party included bridesmaids Holly as well as Chloe

Eckley (Year 8), Maid of Honour Nikki Purtill, daughter of Julie Purtill (YG 1986) and Larissa's god-daughter and Matthew Wakeley (Year 11). Readings were by Alexandra Wakeley and Julie Purtill. Hair was styled by Georgina Long (YG1990) and the wedding cake was made by Sarah Lerpiniere (YG2011). More past Tintern students attended as guests.

dates for your calendar

Reunions

Year Group 2004: your 10 year reunion will be held on Sunday 12 October 2014.

Year Groups 1974, 1969, 1964, 1959 and 1954: your reunions will be held on Saturday 18 October, 2014.

Year Groups 1995 and 2000: your 15 and 20 year reunions will be held Saturday 14 March 2015.

Year Groups 1990, 1985, 1980: your 25, 30 and 35 year reunions will be held on Saturday 13 June 2015.

Year Groups 1975, 1970, 1965, 1960, 1955: your 40, 45, 50, 55 and 60 year reunions will be held Saturday 17 October 2015.

We are also looking for volunteers from Year Groups 2010 and 2005 for their 5 and 10 year reunions. If you would like to help organise this event, please contact paststudents@tintern.vic.edu.au

Our School Fair

Saturday 18 April 2015, 12pm to 7pm Bring your family and friends along for a day of rides, food and performances.

Opportunities to visit Tintern Schools We provide a number of opportunities throughout the year for potential families to come and visit the school. We hope you will join us at one of our upcoming dates: Information Morning – Saturday 13 September, 10.30am Twilight Tour – Wednesday 22 October, 5pm to 7pm ELC Open Morning – Saturday 15 November, 10.30am We would also be happy to arrange a time for a personal tour at your convenience. Please contact 9845 7777 to arrange a time.

Friends Of Young Farmers Spring Celebration

Friday 5 September 2014, 3.30pm to 7.00pm This is a community run event, hosted by our Friends of Young Farmers, and will be a fabulous opportunity to explore our Farm.

There will be sausage sizzles, a bonfire, and an opportunity to see any newly born lambs.

key contacts Principal

Mrs Jenny Collins principal@tintern.vic.edu.au

Vice Principal, Curriculum, Reporting, Assessment and Innovation Mr Jason McManus jmcmanus@tintern.vic.edu.au

Vice Principal, Senior College and Administration Mr Geoff Connor gconnor@tintern.vic.edu.au

Head of Tintern Junior School and Early Learning Centre

Mrs Anna Riddell ariddell@tintern.vic.edu.au

Head of Southwood and Boys Education

Mr Adam Kenny akenny@tintern.vic.edu.au

Head of Tintern Middle School and Girls Education Miss Oriana Constable oconstable@tintern.vic.edu.au

Admissions and Marketing Manager

Mrs Sarah Buchanan admissions@tintern.vic.edu.au

Tintern Schools Celebration Evening

Monday 13 October 2014, 7pm Robert Blackwood Hall, Monash University (Clayton Campus) For tickets please contact 9845 7777.

Year 12 Art Exhibition

Friday 17 October 2014, 6.30pm Visual Arts Centre.

Tintern Schools Spring Garden Tour

Friday 24 October 2014, 8.45am to 3.00pm Garden tour hosted by our Community Groups. The day includes morning tea, lunch and raffles. Bookings are essential for this event, and there is a small cost involved.

Munch With the Musos

Sunday 23 November 2014, 10am CM Wood Centre.

For more information, contact the Music Department on 9845 7837.

Factis magazine is produced by Tintern Schools.

Editorial enquiries: Admissions and Marketing Manager 9845 7768 Editorial Contributions: Ms Tegan Martin

contact details 90 Alexandra Road, Ringwood East, VIC 3134 Phone: 9845 7777 Email: reception@tintern.vic.edu.au

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bring your wings At Tintern, we pride ourselves on small class sizes, led by dedicated and passionate teachers. Our proven Parallel Learning Model allows boys and girls to learn in a mixture of single-sex and co-educational classroom environments.

These are just some of the reasons why Tintern is one of the top schools in Victoria. Call today to discover how your child can begin their educational journey with us. tintern.vic.edu.au or 03 9845 7777

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