Edition 20

5 December 2012

LEADERSHIP REFLECTION:

Key Dates Wednesday 5 December to Friday 7 December Wed 5

Books due for Second-Hand Book Sale REMAR Red Embarkment Camp (Shelley Forest)

Thu 6

REMAR Red Embarkment Camp (Shelley Forest)

Fri 7

REMAR Red Embarkment Camp (Shelley Forest) Second-Hand Book Sale: Senior Study Second-Hand Uniform Sale: Nganala Monday 10 December to Friday 14 December

Mon 10

Deadline for 2012 Booklists Ordered Online Deadline for 2012 Booklist in paper form to be returned to College Reception

Tue 11

Year 9 Excursion to La Trobe University (P3 and 4)

Wed 12

Years 7-9 Classes Conclude (Full School Uniform is required to be worn for Awards)

Thu 13

Staff Professional Development Day Year 8 Parent Social Night: Q Manhattan – 7.00pm

Fri 14

Staff Professional Development Day 2013 KEY DATES – Wednesday 23 January to Monday, 4 February

Wed 23

Collection of new books – McAuley Arts Centre – 7.00am – 6.00pm

Fri 1 Feb

YEARS 7, 11 AND 12 – COMMENCEMENT OF SCHOOL

Mon 4 Feb

YEARS 8, 9 AND 10 – COMMENCEMENT OF SCHOOL

Besides this you know what hour it is, how it is full time now for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we first believed: The night is far gone, the day is at hand. Let us then cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light. Romans 13:11-14 As we come to the end of the school year we also begin our season of Advent. Advent is the season of the church that is observed as a time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the birth of Christ. In some ways our students’ lives are a constant Advent season: they are continually waiting to become, to discover, to complete, and to fulfill. Hope, struggle, fear, expectation and fulfillment are all part of our Advent experience. The world is not as just, not as loving, not as whole as we know it can and should be. But the coming of Christ and his presence among us - as one of us - gives us reason to live in hope: that light will shatter the darkness, that we can be liberated from our fears and prejudices, that we are never alone or abandoned. May this Advent season be a time for bringing hope, transformation and fulfillment into the Advent of all our lives." Stuart Thompson – Malone Community Leader (Leadership Team)

SECOND-HAND BOOK AND UNIFORM SALES: THIS FRIDAY, 7 DECEMBER BOOKS in the Senior Study: 7.30am - 1.00pm UNIFORMS at Nganala: 7.30am – 1.00pm •

Both locations will be signposted from Bowman Court.

More information on page 24. Many thanks to busy volunteers - Sherryn Dechert, Catherine Garoni and their assistants – for providing this service.

I would like to congratulate our Graduation class of 2012 along with their parents and families on a great celebration this past Friday, 30 November. It was 17 to 18 years in the making and it was a joy to see our students formally finish their secondary education and embrace the next stage in their lives. From the Mass to the formal graduation ceremony to the graduation dinner, it was truly a very enjoyable and meaningful celebration. Thank you to all who contributed towards its success. As I said to the graduates in my address to them “All of our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them”, and “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think“. Congratulations Graduates of 2012. May you always be on the journey of becoming real! May you become the next generation of “Wise Skin Horses” always helping others to become real as well, making our world a better place. Today I would also like to congratulate our Year 11 and 10 students who formally finished their Pre-Year 12 and 11 classes on Monday with their Awards Assembly and lunch. As I told them on Monday, we look forward to their Senior Leadership at the College next year. It is our senior students who set the atmosphere, texture and culture for all our students and we look forward to their leadership and working with them in 2013. Finally, the Year 10 Formal and Social last night, 4 December, was a dazzling array of our Year 10 students who looked fantastic! I find it amazing how much older and mature they appear on the night when dressed to the “nine’s”. Well done on a great night! Today, 5 December is our “Up-Day” for years 7, 8, 9 and 10 for 2013. Our orientation days is always an exciting time, the Year 6s coming to the College and the other year levels advancing upwards, Year 9s entering the Senior School. Thanks to all who make it happen. Dave Seiter Principal

YEAR 10 AND YEAR 11 AWARDS

ENGLISH

ENGLISH DOMAIN AWARDS English English English English English English English English English English Year 10 English

Mitchell Cowan Seema Deb Kirsty Deacon Alice Grimshaw Sam Groat Lizzie Harris Brodie Martin Angela Naldrett Jayden Schrickker Rachel Van der Veen Lizzie Harris

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 English 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 English

Alexandra Baker Anna Bridge Paige Connolly Brianna Cox Georgina Craig Samuel Cresser Meg Liston Kelsey Walsh Georgina Craig

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

English Language 1-2 English Language 1-2 English Language 1-2 English Language 1-2 English Language 1-2 English Language 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 English Language

Sarah Dalbosco Stephanie Gill Ashleigh Laird Vinny Russell Courtney Saines Haylie Wernert

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

Sarah Dalbosco

Medal & Certificate

Literature 1-2 Literature 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Literature

Brianna Cox Lily Raynes Lily Raynes

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award

ARTS

ARTS, DESIGN, CREATIVITY & TECHNOLOGY DOMAIN AWARDS Music Year 10 Performing Arts

Alexei Boyd Alexei Boyd

Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Photography Visual Art Year 10 Visual Arts

Kara Bourke Brooke Wegener Brooke Wegener

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Design & Technology – Wood Food Technology Year 10 Technology

Lochie Hookway Rochelle Broadbent Lochie Hookway

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Drama 1-2 Music Performance 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Performing Arts

Allie Phillips Brianna Cox Brianna Cox

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Media 1-2 Studio Arts 1- 2 Visual Communication & Design 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Visual Arts

Jackson Grant Lily Raynes Corey McKibbin

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award

Corey McKibbin

Medal & Certificate

Design & Technology 1-2 Food Technology 1-2 Information Technology 1-2 Systems Engineering 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Technology

Harry Macpherson-Wood Josephine Wain Jason Withers Thomas Staats Jason Withers

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

College Magazine Cover Design

Jason Withers

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION

HEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION DOMAIN AWARDS The Great Outdoors The Great Outdoors Physical Education for Girls Physical Education for Girls Physical Education for Boys Physical Education for Boys Global Health Global Health Human Movement & Performance Human Movement & Performance Year 10 Health & Physical Education Health & Human Development 1-2 Health & Human Development 1-2 Physical Education 1-2 Physical Education 1-2 Physical Education 1-2 Physical Education 1-2 Physical Education 1-2 Outdoor & Environmental Studies 1-2 Outdoor & Environmental Studies 1-2 Outdoor & Environmental Studies 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Physical Education

Joseph Bon Alyse Burns Rochelle Broadbent Katherine Villagaray Padilla Lochie Hookway Adrian Varghese Patrick Allen Katie Pitman Ainslee O’Connell Joseph Petulla Lochie Hookway

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Sarah Dalbosco Emilee Hallahan Jack Robinson Gemma Grimmond James Hallahan Holly Eckert Tim Elliot John Humphrey Matthew Todhunter Allie Phillips Sarah Dalbosco

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

HUMANITIES

HUMANITIES DOMAIN AWARDS Business Accounting Year 10 Commerce

Kate Guy Kate Guy

Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Teenagers & the Law Year 10 Humanities

Jacqueline Newton Jacqueline Newton

Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Business Management 1-2 Accounting 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Commerce

Matthew Whitehouse Josephine Wain Matthew Whitehouse

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Legal Studies 1-2 Legal Studies 1-2 Legal Studies 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Humanities

Lizzie Harris Daniel Oberin Stephanie Gill Stephanie Gill

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

French French Year 10 French

Seema Deb Lizzie Harris Lizzie Harris

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Japanese Japanese Japanese Japanese Year 10 Japanese

Kelly Brewer Alice Grimshaw Kate Guy Rachel Van der Veen Kate Guy

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award

French 1-2 French 1-2 French 1-2 French 1-2 French 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 French

Alexandra Baker Georgina Craig Jake Curtis Vinny Russell Jordan Sheather Alexandra Baker

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award

Japanese 1-2 Japanese 1-2 Japanese 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Japanese

Brianna Cox Hugh Fuchsen Haylie Wernert Brianna Cox

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

AUSLAN 3-4 AUSLAN 3-4 AUSLAN 3-4 VCE Unit 3-4 AUSLAN

Lachlan Saines William Taffe Stephen Wilson William Taffe

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

LOTE

LOTE DOMAIN AWARDS

MATHEMATICS

MATHEMATICS DOMAIN AWARDS General Mathematics General Mathematics General Mathematics General Mathematics General Mathematics General Mathematics Year 10 General Mathematics

James Armstrong Kara Bourke Kelly Brewer Shannae Brown Lizzie Harris Georgia Smith Lizzie Harris

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award

Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

Award Award Award Award Award Award Award

Mathematical Methods Year 10 Mathematical Methods

Kirsty Deacon James Hallahan Nathan McLean Jacqueline Newton Clare Rowland Jayden Schrickker Katherine Villagaray Padilla Brooke Wegener Kirsty Deacon

General Mathematics 1-2 General Mathematics 1-2 General Mathematics 1-2 General Mathematics 1-2 General Mathematics 1-2 General Mathematics 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 General Mathematics

Jordan Eitler Stephanie Gill Hayden Lyon Luke McKenzie-McHarg Brittany Stones Kelsey Walsh Stephanie Gill

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award

Mathematical Methods 1-2 Mathematical Methods 1-2 Mathematical Methods 1-2 Mathematical Methods 1-2 Mathematical Methods 1-2 Mathematical Methods 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Mathematical Methods

Seema Deb Jordan Dean Zac McFarlane Alice Newman Courtney Saines Rachel Van der Veen Seema Deb

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award

Further Mathematics 3-4 Mathematical Methods 3-4 Mathematical Methods 3-4 Mathematical Methods 3-4 Unit 3-4 Mathematical Methods

Sarah Dalbosco Brianna Cox Georgina Craig Samuel Cresser Georgina Craig & Samuel Cresser

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award

Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition

Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DOMAIN AWARDS Christian Education/Personal Development Christian Education/Personal Development Religious Education Christian Education/Personal Development Religious Education Christian Education/Personal Development Christian Education/Personal Development Year 10 Religious Education

Seema Deb Geneveive Dodds Lizzie Harris Rachel Henderson Kat Huet-Murphy Kayla Riley Matt Storey Seema Deb

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition

Youth Ministry Youth Ministry Youth Ministry Youth Ministry Year 10 Youth Ministry

Tiarna Chesser James Hallahan Matt Storey Ainslee O’Connell James Hallahan

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award

Religious Education 1-2 Religious Education 1-2 Religious Education 1-2 Religious Education 1-2 Religious Education 1-2 Religious Education 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Religious Education

Anna Bridge Sarah Dalbosco Stephanie Gill Corey McKibbin Daniel Oberin Kelsey Walsh Daniel Oberin

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award

Youth Ministry 1-2 Youth Ministry 1-2 Youth Ministry 1-2 Youth Ministry 1-2 Youth Ministry 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Youth Ministry

Matthew Allan Jess Coates Tim Elliott Liam Shay Jordan Sheather Jess Coates

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award

Religion and Society 3-4 Religion and Society 3-4 Religion and Society 3-4 VCE Unit 3-4 Religious Education

Paige Connolly Ashleigh Laird Haylie Wernert Ashleigh Laird

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

Medal & Certificate

Medal & Certificate

FAITH & SERVICE

FAITH & SERVICE AWARDS Year 10

James Hallahan

Year 11

Jordan Sheather

Award Award Award Award Award Award

Medal & Certificate

SCIENCE

SCIENCE DOMAIN AWARDS Our Living World Our Living World Our Living World Our Physical & Material World Forensic Science Forensic Science Forensic Science Year 10 Science

Seema Deb Kirsty Deacon Alice Grimshaw Seema Deb Zara Fiske Zac McFarlane Davina Soanes Seema Deb

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award Award

Biology 1-2 & Chemistry 1-2 Biology 1-2 Biology 1-2 & Psychology 1-2 Biology 1-2 Biology 1-2 Physics 1-2 Psychology 1-2 VCE Unit 1-2 Science

Samuel Cresser Alexandra Baker Jordan Sheather Sam Groat Nicole Vogel Harry Macpherson-Wood Sarah Dalbosco Samuel Cresser

Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Principal’s Recognition Medal & Certificate

Award Award Award Award Award Award Award

VET Building & Construction 1-2 VET Hospitality 1-2 VET 1-2

Ashley Carter Davina Soanes Davina Soanes

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

VET Building & Construction 3-4 VET Hospitality 3-4 VET 3-4

Jack Robinson Courtney Saines Jack Robinson

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Medal & Certificate

VET

VET DOMAIN AWARDS

COMMUNITY SPIRIT

COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARDS Chisholm Year Year da Vinci Year Year Gandhi Year Year Hollows Year Year MacKillop Year Year Malone Year Year

Medals & Certificates 10 11

Will Stefani Joshua Holt

10 11

Hannah Dwyer Benjamin Lefoe

10 11

Geneveive Dodds Jackson Garvey

10 11

Lochie Hookway Jarryd Tormey

10 11

James Robinson Samuel Cresser

10 11

Laura Power Nicole Vogel

Latrobe University Prize

Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Awards

Kwong Lee Dow Scholarship Nominees

Father Les Ring Scholarship Nominees

Kelsey Walsh

Year 10

Recipients James Robinson

Year 11

Sam Cresser

Seema Deb Lizzie Harris Hannah Farthing Zac McFarlane Percy Morphy

Winners: Seema Deb Lizzie Harris

Mikaela Blackley Seema Deb Rosaleen Cox Alice Grimshaw James Hallahan Lizzie Harris Lochie Hookway Nathan McLean Katherine Young

Winner: Lizzie Harris

YEAR 12 AWARDS

English

Community Spirit Awards

Arts & Technology

Domain

Subject

Student Name

Music Investigation Music Performance VCE Unit 3-4 Performing Arts

Hugh Shanahan Juliet Gibson Juliet Gibson

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Studio Art Media Visual Communication VCE Unit 3-4 Visual Arts

Maggie McAuliffe Rebekah Buckley Amy Robinson Amy Robinson

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Design & Technology Information Technology Systems Technology VCE Unit 3-4 Technology

Riley Payne Daniel Garner David Quarel Riley Payne

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Chisholm

Riley Payne

Medal & Certificate

da Vinci

Catherine Webb

Medal & Certificate

Gandhi

Jessica Weltner

Medal & Certificate

Hollows

Elizabeth Allen

Medal & Certificate

MacKillop

Medal & Certificate

Malone

Maddison DyballLambden Amy Darmody

English English English English English English English English English VCE Unit 3-4 English

William Brown Nicholas Craig Maddison Dyball Lambden Stephanie Hodson Rory Kelly Oliver Payne Madalyn Quinn Jamon Shay Ki Stratton Rory Kelly

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

English Language English Language English Language English Language English Language

Maddison Dyball-Lambden Kathleen Gehrig Bronte Spiteri Jessica Weltner Georgia Whyte

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

VCE Unit 3-4 English Language

Bronte Spiteri

Domain Medal & Certificate

Literature Literature Literature

Elizabeth Allen William Brown Rory Kelly William Brown & Rory Kelly

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award

VCE Unit 3-4 Literature

Award

Medal & Certificate

Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition

Award Award Award Award Award

Domain Medals & Certificate

LOTE

Humanities

Health & Physical Education

Faith & Service Award

Madeline Maw

Medal & Certificate

Health & Human Development Health & Human Development Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education Physical Education Outdoor & Environmental Studies

Jaime Glass Chloe Beck Ellie Flower Jessica Weltner Matthew Bethune Andrew Van der Veen Lauren Todhunter

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

VCE Unit 3-4 Health & Physical Education

Ellie Flower

Domain Medals & Certificate

Legal Studies History – Revolutions History – Revolutions Australian Politics Australian Politics Sociology Sociology VCE Unit 3-4 Humanities

William Brown Ki Stratton Catherine Webb Rory Kelly Bronte Spiteri Rory Kelly Bronte Spiteri William Brown

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Accounting Accounting Business Management Business Management VCE Unit 3-4 Commerce

Emma Gay Matthew Bethune Simone Brewer Kathleen Gehrig Kathleen Gehrig

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

French French French VCE Unit 3-4 French

Nicholas Craig Bronte Spiteri Catherine Webb Nicholas Craig

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Japanese Japanese Japanese The Vaughan Family Award VCE Unit 3-4 Japanese (Presented by Juliana Vaughan)

Brigitte Hill Alexandra Martin Joanna Merrilees

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award

Brigitte Hill

Domain Medal & Certificate

Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition Recognition

Award Award Award Award Award Award Award

Mathematics Science VET

Further Mathematics Further Mathematics Further Mathematics Further Mathematics Further Mathematics VCE Unit 3-4 Further Mathematics

Rebekah Buckley Sarah Dalbosco Ellie Flower Jaime Glass Michael Pengelly Ellie Flower

Principal’s Recognition Award Yr 11 Acknowledgement Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods Mathematical Methods VCE Unit 3-4 Mathematical Methods

Georgina Craig Samuel Cresser Brianna Cox David Quarel

Yr 11 Acknowledgement Yr 11 Acknowledgement Yr 11 Acknowledgement Principal’s Recognition Award

Georgina Craig & Samuel Cresser

Yr 11 Acknowledgement

Specialist Mathematics Specialist Mathematics Specialist Mathematics VCE Unit 3-4 Specialist Mathematics

Beaudan Campbell-Brown Matthew Oberin David Quarel Beaudan CampbellBrown

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

Biology Biology Biology & Chemistry Chemistry Psychology Psychology Physics VCE Unit 3-4 Science

Brian Allen Ki Stratton Madalyn Quinn Jamon Shay Simone Brewer Catherine Webb David Quarel Madalyn Quinn

Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Principal’s Recognition Award Domain Medal & Certificate

VET Building & Construction 3-4

Jack Robinson

Yr 11 Acknowledgement

VET Hospitality 3-4

Courtney Saines

Yr 11 Acknowledgement

VET Unit 3-4

Jack Robinson

Yr 11 Acknowledgement

University Enhancement Studies Monash University

History/Politics

Rory Kelly

Principal’s Recognition Award

Charles Sturt University Faculty of Education Prize

Simone Brewer

Wodonga TAFE Vocational Prize

Emily Bluck Zoe Goding Matthew Quinn Amy Robinson

La Trobe University Science Prize

Elizabeth Allen

La Trobe University Health Prize

Debbie Soanes

Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Award

Brian Allen

Group Training & Employment Specialists (GTES) Award

Anthony Sandford

Catholic College – ‘Fr Matthew O’Hagan All Rounder Award’: • • • • •

Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s Principal’s

Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award Recognition Award

Winner – Father Matthew O’Hagan All Rounder Award Kevin Keating Award

Brian Allen Stephanie Hodson Jamon Shay Catherine Webb Georgia Whyte JAMON SHAY

Leo & Leisa Whyte

The Dux of Catholic College Wodonga for 2012 will be announced and awarded at the Year 12 Dinner in February 2013.

HUGH FUCHSEN – JAPAN SHORT-TERM SCHOLARSHIP Hugh Fuchsen, a Year 11 student has been successful in his application for a short-term scholarship to Japan. The program is run by the Japanese government with the objective of promoting other countries’ understanding with regards to Japan’s road to recovery. 200 Australian students and educators will visit the earthquake-affected areas with school visits and volunteer activities organised by the Japan International Cooperation Centre. Following the visit to the affected areas, the group will assemble in Tokyo to share their understanding and thoughts about what they have experienced. The program covers airfare, insurance, accommodation, meals, activities and transportation. Students will complete an orientation program prior to departure and enrichment activities will be conducted during their stay. The American Field Scholarship group is working with the Japanese government to coordinate the program and students will be able to access the American Field Scholarships support network 24/7 while they are travelling. This is a wonderful opportunity for one of our students and we are sure that Hugh will not only gain immeasurably, but will also be an exceptional representative of our school community. Ros Scharf Japanese Teacher

WODONGA GOLF CLUB AWARDS On 29 November, the Wodonga Golf Club held their annual awards ceremony, in which two Catholic College students were recipients. Liam Gransden (Year 8) won the Junior Encouragement Award and Monthly Medal for July, and Zach Murray (Year 9) was the 2012 Junior Club Champion. Well done to both students for their achievements at the Wodonga Golf Club.

Liam Gransden

Zach Murray

WELL DONE TO ALL YEAR 9 STUDENTS ON THEIR MOCK INTERVIEWS! On Tuesday, 21 November, Year 9 students participated in mock interviews with industry representatives and teachers. The mock interviews were the final task in their World of Work subject. Their teachers, Eamonn Buckley, Kieran Mullins, Emily Walsh, Steve Demamiel and Peter Symons worked hard to prepare the students for their interviews by assisting them to develop industry standard resume and application letters and interview skills. All students applied for the same job at the ‘Wodonga Supermarket’. Students wore clothes that were appropriate for a job interview and all looked very professional. Interviewers were given the student’s application letter and resume and interviewed each student for approximately ten minutes. Once the interview was complete, the interviewer filled out a feed back template which gave the student feed back on their dress, body language and how they answered questions. Students have since written a thank-you letter to their interviewer and have completed a reflection task. Thank you to all students for how seriously they took the task - all were very impressive! Kale Robb with Scott O’Brien from Wodonga TAFE

Matt Spann with Stacey Bonfield

Sandie McKoy Career Education and Development Leader Personalised Programs Leader

ALICE O'REILLY – CREATIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Alice (Year 12) has been accepted into the Creative Leadership Program, run by Regional Arts Victoria. The program sought regionally based young people, who are completing Year 12 this year to participate in a nine-day intensive creative development workshop in Melbourne and provide an insight into the professional world of the creative arts. Twelve young people from a variety of regional areas in Victoria were selected to participate in this rare opportunity. Alice was selected after undergoing a competitive application process. Well done to her VISCOM teacher Jane Powles for her mentorship of Alice over the past two years.

UPPER HUME TENNIS CARNIVAL On Wednesday, 31 October the Upper Hume Tennis Carnival was held at the Wodonga Tennis Centre. We had four teams represent Catholic College in the Junior Competition this year. The Year 7 girls had four games for the day against Wodonga Middle Years College (Huon), Wangaratta High School, Cathedral College and Galen College. Wins over all four schools saw them win their division for the day. The Year 7 Boys had two games for the day against Cathedral College and Wodonga Middle Years College (Felltimber). Winning both these games brought the boys into the final but unfortunately they lost to Galen. The Year 8 girls had four games for the day and the Year 8 boys had three finishing 3rd overall, a great effort by all the teams! On 30 November, the Year 7 girls traveled to Melbourne for the State Finals. The girls played three games against Edenhope College, Montmorency Secondary College and Mount Waverley Secondary College. They had a win over Edenhope College and had a great day of competition. Year 7 Girls Sarah Coleman Holli Smith Sophie Distefano Kyra Quinlivan Lucy Dixon Olivia Leech

Year 8 Girls Tayla Weltner Grace Cresser Caitlyn Barton Hannah Phillips Breannan McCabe Olivia Scholz

Year 8 Boys Mitch White Ben McIntosh Nick Houston Ollie Greenhill DJ O’Connor Fraser Neill

Year 7 Boys Jack Coleman Tristan Hedditch Mitch Dinneen Hamish Hallahan Daniel Smith Jacob Schmidt

L-R: Olivia Leech, Holli Smith, Kyra Quinlivan, Sarah Coleman, Lucy Dixon and Kelli Moylan (Coach)

L-R: Mick Houston, Ollie Greenhill, DJ O’Connor, Fraser Neill, Mitch White and Ben McIntosh

Emily Bouwhuis, PE Trainee

YEAR 7 GIRLS HOCKEY STATE FINALS On 20 November the Year 7 Girls Hockey Team travelled to the State Netball and Hockey Centre in Melbourne for the School Sport Victoria State Final. Catholic College were undefeated in their pool of four schools. Games were played against Maribyrnong College (4-3), Maffra Secondary College (5-0) and Balwyn High School (2-1). These fantastic results landed the girls in the grand final against Melbourne Girls College winning 3-2. The girls are now crowned as State Champions for 2012. A wonderful effort! You can see them in today’s edition of the Border Mail, on Page 57.

L-R: Eden Young, Amanda Foster, Grace Cordy, Ellie Sidoti, Jordyn Causer, Maggie Teefey, Paris Raynes, Leah Wolter, Imogen Albon, Eliza Hill, Chelsea Condon, Neve Teefey and Grace Oswald

VICTORIAN U17 BOYS SOFTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Steven Garoni (Year 10) and Adam Garoni (Year 8) competed in the State Softball Championships on 24 and 25 November at Sunshine. The Albury-Wodonga Representative Team came runners up to Casey in the Grand Final losing 3-0 after seven innings. Steven is off to Launceston in early January to play for Victoria at the National U17 Boys Softball Championships.

Steven Garoni

Adam Garoni

YEAR 9 OPEN WATER LEARNING EXPERIENCE 2013 Students from Year 9 will be participating in an Open Water Learning Experience to Noreuil Park, Albury on Monday, 4 February and Tuesday, 5 February 2013. The organising teacher, Ms Lauren Kerrins, will be responsible for the excursion and will be accompanied by other staff and adults as supervision ratios require. Students will travel by bus departing from the Silva Drive bus stop at 8:50am and will be returning at approximately 11:30am. Aim of excursion To familiarise students with open water environments; with a major emphasis on water safety, the program teaches students to use potentially lifesaving skills. Description of activities • Danger awareness activities • Body boarding skills • Rescue skills Excursion requirements • Snacks and drink bottle • PE uniform • Hat and sunscreen • Towel Lauren Kerrins PE Leader

ALUMNI UPDATE This year I was able to help organize two successful reunions of Catholic College Alumni. The first, held in July, was a dinner at Café Grove where 57 students from the graduating class of 1992 got together for a meal and a few drinks and a catch up. The night was so much fun the group is already planning their 25-year reunion for 2017! In October the graduating class of 2002 gathered at Catholic College for a BBQ and school tours to celebrate their 10-year reunion. It was agreed that much had changed at the school in that time whereas most of the past students hadn’t changed much at all! We have also had many and varied past students visit the school this year to talk to current students about careers and post school experiences. We value, appreciate and celebrate this valuable input from our alumni. Next year I will be looking to support the graduating classes of 2003 (10 years), 1993 (20 years), 1988 (25 years) in their preparations of their milestone celebrations. If you know of someone from those years, I am more than happy to be of assistance with planning. The next edition of Catholic College Connections will be published early next year. Articles and photographs are invited from Alumni and their families for the information of the College family and friends. Gabby Dodds Alumni and Archive Coordinator

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO CONVEYANCE ALLOWANCE FOR 2013 – MEANS TESTING FOR NEW APPLICANTS HAS BEEN REMOVED! After receiving feedback from parents and schools, the Minister for Education has decided to remove the means testing component from the eligibility requirements for Conveyance Allowance Program. This means that all new applicants in 2013 will be able to apply for the Conveyance Allowance under the 2012 criteria. Copies of the Conveyance Allowance application form are available from the office or from the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development website: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/principals/safety/Pages/transport..aspx#conveyance Tony Holt Business Manager

UPDATE CONTACT DETAILS WITH EASE! Catholic College needs your correct contact details … use the link below to add or update emails and other contact details: http://www.ccw.vic.edu.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=788&Itemid=259

Catholic College requests that members of our Community advise us of the death of a family member or other significant person in your child/ren's life when convenient for you. This is to ensure that the affected student/s receive the relevant support and care at a difficult time. Please advise Mrs Louise Symons, Wellbeing Leader / Home Liaison or a Learning Mentor with whom you have a connection: 02 6043 5500.

YEAR 9: NGANALA CAMPUS DIRECT LINE - 02 6043 5592 10.00am to 3.00pm, Monday to Friday

YEARS 7-12 STUDENT ABSENCE LINE Student absences/lateness to school are to be reported, via the Absence Line, on 02 6043 5502 by 9.00am on the day of the absence. Notes need to be handed in at Student Reception. The Absence Line is available 24/7.

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (ICT) UPDATE ICT Services Centre The College ICT Services staff are available from 8.00am - 4.30pm during Monday to Thursday and 8.00am 4.00pm on Fridays for Free ICT Support. Students and parents are welcome to visit the centre during these times or email any queries to [email protected]. 2012 MacBook Return Last week Years 9 and 12 students returned their hired MacBooks to ICT Services. It is pleasing to report that the majority of these have been returned in good working order. However, the final test will come when they are passed back to the lease company. Please note that any second hand MacBook purchased from the College must be taken to ICT Services so that Pages, Numbers and Keynote can be removed. MacBook Pros for Year 7 Students in 2013 In the continued belief that middle school students need a powerfully creative learning tool the College has made the decision to issue a MacBook Pro to each Year 7 student in 2013. With the MacBook Pro students will be able to create complex movies, spreadsheets, presentations, word processed documents as well as find information on the internet and access their email. On Tuesday 19 February 2013 at 7.30pm the College will be hosting a compulsory Parent Student ICT Forum for Year 7 families. At the end of the forum students will be issued with their MacBook Pro. In 2013 the College will be charging families $530 for the hire of the MacBook Pro. The College plans to charge families similar amounts in 2014 and 2015. It is also envisaged that families will be offered the opportunity to purchase their child's MacBook for a nominal amount at the end of 2015. Students whose families opt to purchase the MacBook Pro at the end of 2015 will be able to use it on the College network through Year 10 to 12. Full details about the Parent Student ICT Forum and the MacBook hire agreement will be sent home to families early next year. iPad's for Year 10 Students in 2013 The College is excited to announce that next year each student in Year 10 will be issued with an Apple iPad. Based on research, case studies of similar schools and a comprehensive trial carried over a three-month period the College believes that the iPad is the perfect learning tool for senior students. The nature of senior school classes is very different to those in middle school. In senior school the emphasis is on consumption of information and the building of skills in preparation for examinations and assessment tasks. The iPad is a fast and lightweight tablet computer that allows students to easily consume information and communicate with others. With the iPad students are able to find information on the internet, read textbooks and notes prepared by their teachers, access their email account and much more. Further information can be found in the ipad eduction section of the Apple website: http://www.apple.com/au/education/ipad/. Staff will engage in a series of extensive professional learning activities towards the end of this year to ensure they are prepared for the roll out in early 2013. On Tuesday 12 February 2013 at 7.30pm the College will be hosting a compulsory Parent Student ICT Forum for Year 10 families. At the end of the forum students will be issued with their iPad. In 2013 the College will be charging families $300 for the hire of the iPad. The College plans to charge families similar amounts in 2014 and 2015. It is also envisaged that families will be offered the opportunity to purchase their child's iPad for a nominal amount at the end of 2015. Full details about the Parent Student ICT Forum and the iPad hire agreement will be sent home to families early next year. What about the Year 11 and 12 Students in 2013? In 2013 every student in Year 7 to 10 will possess a device that they can use both at school and home. The COW's (Computers on Wheels), housed in various locations throughout the campus, will be dedicated to the Year 11 and 12 students. Families may also elect to voluntary hire a device from the College. Full details can be found in the letter sent out to families on the 5 December. Student Internet and Printing Quotas It is pleasing to note that students have recently been managing their internet and printing quotas more effectively than in the past. The College provides students with generous monthly amounts that should not be exceeded. However, if in the event that a student needs more credit they should make a purchase through the Student Office.

MacBook Survival Guide Attached to this newsletter is the MacBook Survival Guide. The guide is designed to serve as a quick reference for parents and students. It reinforces information that the College has previously made available to families in newsletters, parent forums, user manuals, policies and user agreements. Parents should take the time to discuss the content of the guide with their child. It would be useful to keep the guide in a prominent place within the house. I would also like to take this opportunity to publicly thank the hard working and highly competent staff who work in ICT Services. Hayden Middlin, Michael Ratcliffe and Jackie Surman have provided excellent service to students, parents and staff throughout 2012. Thankyou! Have a Happy and Merry Christmas. Shane Piper Director of ICT

PARENT NEWS MIDDLE SCHOOL LAST DAY - AWARDS AND POOL Learning Mentor will begin the day for final goodbyes and clean ups. The Middle School Awards Ceremony will begin at 9.30am in the Catherine McAuley Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, 12 December. Principal Recognition Awards will be announced. Medals and Special Awards will be announced and presented. There will also be a number of special performances throughout the ceremony. Parents and guardians are more than welcome to attend. At the end of the Awards ceremony students will be bused to the Albury Swim Centre. Students who depart from the Swim Centre after 2.30pm must have a note signed by parents/guardians and shown to the student’s Learning Mentor in the morning. Buses will return to the College on time for picks ups and buses. Sarah Carter Deputy – Learning and Teaching

YEAR 8 NOTICEBOARD: http://www.ccw.vic.edu.au/year-8/year-8.html Last Function for Year 8 Parent Team 2012! Our last social function for the year will be held at Q Manhattans Tapas Bar (550 Kiewa Street Albury) at 7.00pm on Thursday, 13 December. We realise that this is a busy time of the year but we would love you to drop in for a drink and a bite to eat. If you are able to attend, email Melissa Page at [email protected] by Tuesday, 11 December.

COLLEGE SERVICES Canteen Help Required For 2013 … Advise Availability Asap! I am keen to finalise the rosters for 2013 in the next couple of weeks. The times required to volunteer are as follows: Morning: 10.00am – 10.45am and Afternoon: 1.00pm – 2.00pm. If you are putting your name down for next year, please think about it before you do so. I have had lots of "no shows" this year. If you are currently on a Friday and you don't think you can commit, please let me know. Friday is the day when I need all hands on deck, as it is so busy. If you are interested in assisting in the canteen next year, or know someone who is, please telephone or email me as soon as possible with suitable days and times: [email protected] or 6043 5500. Maree Kelly Canteen Manager

Booklists 2012/2013: TIMELINE … Friday 7 December: Monday, 10 December: Wednesday 23 January 2013:

Secondhand book sale – see information below General booklists due back to Catholic College Book collection date: 7.00am – 6.00pm

* General Booklists 2013 Printed copies of the Landmark booklists were distributed through Learning Mentor to students beginning the week of 12 November. The Landmark booklist contains texts and specialised stationery. An online copy of the booklist is available through the following link on the College website. A copy of the general stationery list is also available through this link. http://www.ccw.vic.edu.au/booklists-and-learning-materials.html A complete list of books available for selling and purchasing at the second hand book sale is also available through the above link. Only books on the 2013 list are accepted for sale. Landmark orders may be completed online or the completed printed form must be returned to College Reception by Monday, 10 December.

Volunteers – Secondhand Book And Uniform Sale If anyone is available to help with the Secondhand Book and Uniform sale this Friday, could you please email Catherine Garoni on [email protected] or Sheryn Dechert on [email protected] They are looking for volunteers to help on the day. Please let them know if you can help. Thank you also to all the families who have brought in their books and uniforms for sale. Any items still to be donated will need to be dropped at the College by tomorrow, Thursday, 6 December.

Book Sale: Time: Venue:

7.30am – 1.00pm Senior Study – signage from Bowman Court. EFTPOS facilities will be available at Front Reception.

Terms of Sale – Books: • We set the price based on conditions of the book; • Books that are not sold on 7 December are held for a year before being disposed of; • 2013 booklists have been distributed: only books on the 2013 booklist are accepted for sale.

Uniform Sale: Time: Venue:

7.30am – 1.00pm Nganala - signage from Bowman Court. EFTPOS facilities will be available at Front Reception.

Terms of Sale - Uniforms: • All clothing must be in good condition and laundered; • Every item of clothing must have a completed College label attached to it; • Clothing is to be delivered to College reception, week commencing 3 December; • We hold the garments for one year then disposed of or donated to new families; • Funds are dispersed in Term 1 by being credited to your fee account; • If you have left Catholic College, funds must be collected from College Reception in February 2013. Click here for the book and uniform labels: http://www.ccw.vic.edu.au/publications-reports/forms/index.php

CEW UNIFORM SHOP HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS The CEW Uniform Shop will close at 5.30pm on Thursday, 20 December and re-open at 9.00am on Monday, 14 January 2013. The Shop will have Extended Summer Opening Hours:  

Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm from Monday, 14 January 2013 Please note that they will not trade on Saturdays during January.

Normal shop opening hours will apply until Thursday, 20 December:  Tuesday 8.30am – 11.30am  Thursday 2.30pm – 5.30pm  Saturday 10.30am – 1.30pm This information is also available from the CEW website: http://cew.vic.edu.au/latest-news/student-uniform-shop/.

PARISH NEWS Weekend Mass Times • Saturday • Sunday nd th • Every 2 and 4 Sunday nd • Every 2 Sunday th • Every 5 Sunday st rd • Every 1 and 3 Sunday th • Every 5 Sunday • Sunday, St Joseph’s

Sacred Heart Church, Wodonga Sacred Heart Church, Wodonga Our Lady Help of Christians, Tangambalanga St Francis, Bethanga St Francis, Bethanga St Joseph’s, Dederang St Joseph’s, Dederang Mt Beauty

6.00pm 8.30am and 10.30am 10.30am 12.00 noon 10.30am 10.00am 10.00am 8.30am

Weekday Mass Times • Monday to Friday

Sacred Heart Church, Wodonga

9.10am

Sacred Heart Church, Wodonga

9.00am – 9.30am before Masses

Reconciliation Times • Saturday • Country Churches

Next Wodonga Catholic Parish Leadership Course (Building Community 2013): 16 February 2013 Please consider applying for this course, as it is a fantastic way to gather new skills, build on the skills you already have, complete a project that you have been hoping to implement into the parish, your community or workplace. You will meet new people, connecting with some old friendships and build new networks along the way. It is hoped that our friends from the outer areas of our parish will join this course. Please contact Sonni or Marg at the Parish Centre for more information: 02 6024 3366 Ros Revell PPC Chair

Wodonga Catholic Parish

Do you love to sing? Want to sing with great people?

~Our Parish Choir is open to all~ Where:

Rehearsal @ the church, Tues 5.45-6.45pm

Sing:

4th Saturday every month, 6pm Mass Meet at 5.30pm for prayer and prac.

Dress:

Black & White

Cost:

NONE

Ages:

10-100!

Contact: Fiona Dyball 0413 665 738 Free:

Good company and beautiful music!

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