from the Principal...

Term 3 Volume 29 18 September 2013 College Newsletter

from the Principal... Dear Members of the College community I would like to congratulate our graduating Class of 2013 for the outstanding manner in which they celebrated their end of year. Their involvement at the Graduation Breakfast, Morning Tea, College Assembly, Graduation Mass and Dinner last Thursday was dignified and a source of great celebration. Thank you to the many staff and students for providing a special day for the graduates and their families. My sincere thanks to Fr Dave Austin OSA who celebrated the Graduation Mass at St Kieran’s, Manly Vale. Fr Dave was Rector at St Augustine’s College from 1983 to 1993 and is a valued friend and mentor to our College community. He is currently a member of the Good Counsel Priory in St Clair – we thank Fr Dave for celebrating and attending the Graduation Mass and celebrations. A special thanks to Frank Chiment, (Dean of Senior School), Marcela Lyall (EA to the Dean of Senior School), Beth Milne (Operations Assistant), Kirsty Begg (Year 12 Student Formation Leader), Daniel Fee (Year 11 Student Formation Leader) and Margaret McElhone (Mission Advisor), for their dedication and tireless work in organising this special Year 12 event. The boys commence their Higher School Certificate on October 14. We ask that you keep them in your prayers during the examination period.

CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATION CLASS YEAR 12, 2013

“To achieve maturity, a human being needs a certain balance among these three things: talent, education and experience.” (St Augustine; The City of God, 11, 25)

CLASS OF 2013 GRADUATION DAY The day commenced with the Year 12 boys and their teachers sharing breakfast at the Manly Skiff Club. A Guard of Honour was formed by students and staff for the Class of 2013 to the Brimson Centre where a Graduation Assembly was held. In the afternoon the boys and their parents attended the Graduation Mass at St Kieran’s Church followed by dinner and Prize Giving Ceremony at the Miramare Gardens.

 

Graduation Day Breakfast, Manly

Guard of Honour to the Assembly

Ryan Maguire, College Captain

Matthew Hutchison, Head of School

Entertainment from Dylan Chant and Henry Tebbutt and the International Students

Tim Cleary, Principal

GRADUATION MASS ST KIERAN’S CHURCH MANLY VALE

Fr DAve Austin OSA, Fr Brian Buckley OSA and Br Saldie Resaldo OSA

Ryan Maguire - John Reid Black Memorial Award and College Captain Leadership Award

Timothy Schofield - Vice Captain Leadership Award

Fr Dave Austin OSA Thomas Cleary - Fr David Austin Augustinian Trophy

DINNER AND PRIZE GIVING CEREMONY MIRAMARE GARDENS Fabian Dwyer (Chairman of the College Board) Thomas McGain - The Aggregate Cup

Stefan Shen - International Student of the Year for Academia

Fr Dave Austin OSA Charlie Taylor - Sportsman of the Year

Hunter He - International Student of the Year

Stefan Shen and parents who travelled from China for the Graduation

2014 STUDENT LEADERSHIP – CEREMONY OF LIGHT During the Graduation Assembly last Thursday, we held the Ceremony of Light to witness the transfer of the 2013 Student Leadership to the Student Leaders elect for 2014. We are very pleased to announce the following positions of Student Leadership for the 2014 Year 12 cohort:

College Captain – Matthew Schofield



College Vice Captains – Lawrence Gay and James Lough



Head Prefect – Sean Murphy

The College congratulates Matthew, Lawrence, James and Sean on their appointments and is confident that they will follow in the successful path of our 2013 leaders. Ryan Maguire, Tim Schofield and Thomas Cleary are to be congratulated for their support, commitment and contribution to the College as student leaders during 2013. The Senior Prefects will be inducted at the first College assembly in Term 4 (October 15).

FR TONY BANKS OSA – ASSISTANT GENERAL OF THE AUGUSTINIAN ORDER Further to announcement of the appointment of the new Prior General of the Augustinian Order, Fr Alejandro Anton OSA, we are pleased to advise that our Prior Provincial, Fr Tony Banks OSA, has been appointed to Assistant General of the Augustinian Order. We congratulate Fr Tony on his new ministry and assure him of our continuing prayers of those to whom he serves.

The new General Council of the Augustinian Order: (left to right) Anthony Banks (AUS) - Assistant General, Patricio Villalba (QUI) - Assistant General, Alejandro Moral-Anton (HIS) - Prior General, Franz Klein (GER) - Assistant General, Joseph Farrell (VIL) - Vicar General & Luis Marin de San Martin (HIS) Assistant General. Not in picture is Edward Daleng (NIG) - Assistant General.

MUFTI DAY – DANNY HASLER MEMORIAL On Friday 20 September, a Gold Coin Mufti Day will be held at the College. The funds raised will enable our community to honour Danny Hasler through the provision of a Memorial Park Bench at Long Reef where Danny so often walked enjoying both the exercise and the beauty of his heartland. This initiative has been largely driven by a committed group of Year 11 parents and initiated by Jack Ryan, Year 9 student. As a community we are proud to be involved in this well-deserved and fitting memorial of Danny’s life.

PARENT COMMUNICATION Year 12 parents should have received, via email on August 29, a letter from Frank Chiment (Dean of Senior School), outlining end of year information for Year 12 students and their parents. The letter includes our reasonable expectations of the Year 12 seniors. Year 12 parents should have also received a letter from David Holland (Business Services Manager) requesting that all outstanding fees are finalised prior to September 20, 2013. The information contained in these letters is vitally important and we ask that all senior students and their parents read and discuss the details therein.

All parents will receive a special edition of the Communitas in the mail during the upcoming school holidays. This is our second Communitas publication for the year and certainly highlights the vibrancy of our community reported through spiritual, academic, sporting and cultural pursuits. My thanks to Vicki Lewis (Information Services Coordinator), Lianne Williams (Marketing Manager) and Matt Anglicas (Designer) for the production of this excellent publication.

Year 12 Exit Survey Last Friday all Year 12 students were emailed a Year 12 Exit Survey to be completed on line. We request that all boys complete this survey as soon as possible so that we may accumulate the necessary feedback for ‘Student Destination’ on our Annual Report. Any questions relating to this survey can be forward to Kirsty Begg, Year 12 Student Formation Leader [email protected].

Prayers Please continue your prayers for the Gray family, Tony O’Shea and David Gilbert.

A reminder for all students and families The school term concludes at 3.30pm on Friday, September 20. Thank you for all the work, support and assistance given to the College over this busy Term 3. Students return for Term 4 on Tuesday, October 8 in full summer uniform. We trust all families will enjoy a relaxing and peaceful holiday period where once again we can spend some special time with family and friends.

Reflection Prayer for our Graduating Class of 2013 Teach me, O Lord To aim high and not be content with mediocrity; To set my sights on noble goals; To have a brave heart, a clear vision; To prize the things that are worthwhile; To always have the courage to choose what is right; To despise what is petty; To shun all selfishness; To have a heart that is strong and brave and pure and happy, Gentle yet courageous, So that under your guidance And with your grace, I may always and in all things Have as my motto— Vincit Veritas. Truth Conquers.

Tim Cleary

Principal

from the Head of School... Vale class 2013 There is perhaps no more poignant moment in the annual calendar of events at St Augustine’s College than the time signalling the departure of our senior students. Last week witnessed the end of formal lessons for our graduating class of 2013 and there was a varied and entertaining programme of activities during the week to celebrate and mark their final week as school students in a formal sense. Our boys completed their formal schooling with dignity, good humour and appropriate celebration. The Year 12 Mothers and Sons Mass, the farewell assembly, the Graduation Mass and Dinner, are part and parcel of the rich traditions of our school. These activities bring to the forefront of our thinking the importance of community and the personal friendships and relationships that develop within the school over the years amongst parents, students and staff. We have acknowledged the graduating class of 2013 for the great support and encouragement that the school received from them in general, in relation to meeting considerable challenges faced in any student’s final year at secondary school. It is my observation that the vast majority of our seniors this year have responded in a very mature fashion to the pressures of their final year and they have led the school in fine style, giving of their best in all their undertakings. In doing so, they have been a credit to their families and the school. For this, I believe, they deserve not only our best wishes for their final examinations but our sincere thanks and praise for a job well done.

Student Leadership Student leadership brings opportunity and privilege to influence the culture and tone of a school community. It is vital to engendering a spirit and character into a school. St Augustine’s College looks to our senior students to lead by example in faith, service, behaviour, studies, relationships and involvement in the co-curricular programme. My hope is that the entire Year 12 student body of 2014 willingly accept the baton of leadership from their predecessors. The senior student leaders for 2014 participated in the Ceremony of Light at the Year 12 Graduation Assembly last week. As a community we look forward to witnessing their leadership through service, participation and by example. Captain Vice Captain Vice Captain Head Prefect

Matthew Schofield James Lough Lawrence Gay Sean Murphy

In 2013, Ryan Maguire carried the sound tradition of captaincy of the College and has more than lived up to the excellent leadership given by College Captains over the years. Ryan has been superbly supported by Vice Captain Tim Schofield and Head Prefect Tom Cleary who have been highly effective, humble and whose loyalty to the College has been greatly appreciated and admired. All have served with great distinction.

I know some of our parents have difficulty dealing with the challenges that arise in their son’s motivation and study life. When it comes to student motivation, I am an optimist and believe in a boy’s ability to change. Furthermore, I believe in a parent’s ability to help them do this. What we are aiming for are students who are motivated and who are academically resilient. Academic resilience is the ability to effectively deal with setbacks, pressure and study stress while still having the energy and enthusiasm to try hard and study effectively. Parents play a significant role in developing and nurturing their son’s academic resilience. The Year 12 journey is one with many twists and turns. The ride, in most parts, is enjoyable and one that witnesses the growth of a young man in their academic, social, physical, emotional and spiritual formation.

Diane Lowe – Long Service Leave College Psychologist, Diane Lowe will be on Long Service Leave in Term 4. In her absence, a counsellor, Narelle Brigden, will be at the College on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please direct all issues to the Student Services Centre during this time.

Foundation Spring Party

On Friday 18 October during the 2nd week of Term 4 the Foundation Spring Party will be held in the Great Hall, International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) at Manly, commencing at 7.00pm. This promises to be a brilliant night as we gather to celebrate a wonderful first year of the College Foundation. Tickets are limited so please book now to avoid disappointment. During the evening, performer and singer Samantha Shaw and the talented Old Boys Band led by Joseph Montz, Performing Arts Co-ordinator, will provide the entertainment. Old Boy and TV presenter, Dr Andrew Rochford will be our MC. During the evening a variety of auctions and raffles will be conducted. I invite you to join us at this exciting fundraising event and in doing so, help to support many of the fantastic educational initiatives we are undertaking at the College.

Congratulations Congratulations to the Athletics squad who won the Division One ISA Track and Field Chmpionship last week for the first time. The team won the junior division and came second in both the intermediate and senior divisions, winning the overall competition.

2014 Year 12 Parent and Son Information Evening

Once again the past term has been a busy one, full of opportunities and experiences to broaden the lives of the boys in our care. At our first assembly this term, the boys were asked to consider the effort they had invested into their learning and the resulting outcome. The boys were asked to take note of ‘what worked’ for them and strategies they needed to employ to get improved outcomes. We are truly blessed with the culture at St Augustine’s College where our boys will take time to discuss and consider such things.

As we farewell the graduating class of 2013, our attention turns to the senior students of 2014 as they prepare to commence their HSC studies beginning in Term Four this year. An exciting year awaits the boys, and despite pressures of expectation, most find it to be the most enjoyable year of their school life.

A reminder that all students are expected to return on day one of Term Four, Tuesday 8 October, in full summer uniform with their hair cut to College requirements. I ask that this is attended to before school recommences, rather than a day or two into the term. Many thanks in anticipation of your support of this expectation.

Year 12 is about perspective and balance. Study, exercise, possible part-time work, social life, and down time are all important ingredients to manage in what will be a busy 12 months ahead. The success of a student’s final outcome is the responsibility of all and reflects the partnership between family, staff and student. For our 2014 graduates, it is about a commitment to do their best and utilise the opportunities that present themselves. It is about boys respecting the learning environment, developing good organisational skills, working in groups supporting their peers and placing high expectations on themselves.

Our work as teachers is ‘privileged’ work and we thank you for entrusting your sons in our care. I wish all parents, boys and staff a happy and safe holiday, one where there is time for rest, for reading and catching up with friends. I hope the boys return to the College reinvigorated for another busy term ahead.

Matthew Hutchison

Head of School

from the Dean of Middle School... I would like to wish all our Middle School families a safe and relaxing holiday. In so many ways this last term has been full and rewarding. Our winter sports finished on a positive note culminating in excellent, well-attended presentation nights. Last week saw our Year 12 class Graduate and we also celebrated a worthy year in the Performing Arts. St Augustine’s College offers so many opportunities in which the boys can excel and enjoy and I believe the finished product that we showcase is of an extraordinary standard. Term 4 resumes on Tuesday 8 October and it will be important for your sons to rest well over the break, take the time to look ahead at what will be expected in terms of course content and assessments and return to school eager and enthusiastic to complete the year on a positive note. Please take note that when the boys return, summer uniform is worn. All families should ensure that boys have a decent, short haircut, polished shoes, and that belts are worn and wrists are free from jewellery.

Middle School student Cameron Brown receiving an award at last week’s Performing Arts Presentation Evening.

Middle School Term 4 Next term Frank Chiment, Dean of Senior School, will be on leave. As result, I will be covering his role in the Senior School (Year 10, 11 and 12) and Emma Donnellan will act as Dean of Middle School. I look forward to working closely with Emma next term. Andres Trujillo will be Year 7 Student Formation Leader and an Assistant for Year 7 will be arranged early next term.

Term 4 Parent Seminar Our highly successful and very well attended parent seminars continue in Term 4. On the evening of Tuesday 15 October, Jacqui Marquis-Conder, a Psychologist based in Manly, will present on the topic “Raising Kids that Cope”. Please refer to the flyer attached to this newsletter for further details. The presentation will begin at 7pm in the College Auditorium and run for approximately 90 minutes.

Dates Wednesday 9 October: 8.15am, College Community Mass 7.4 Wednesday 16 October: 8.15am, College Community Mass 7.5 Congratulations to the following Middle School students who recently received Merit Certificates from their Student Formation Leader.

Year 8 Bronze Awards Jesse Allan Billy Blake x 2 Max Douglas Oliver May Aiden Bariol Tom Massey x2 Claeton O’Connell Zachary Wonderley Lachlan Sparke Willy Manu



Year 7 Silver Awards William McManus Liam Mitchell Eugene Kwok



Bronze Awards Jasper Carter William McManus x2 George Shillington Callum Hulme Toby Hills Jack Tetley x2 Isaac Gilmore Louis Williams Patrick Hickey x 2 Aaro Lahtinen Dillon Bliss-Henaghan James Wacher Eugene Kwok Liam Davidson Samuel Kelly Joseph Finn Liam Mitchell Jackson Kinnear



Peter Nolan



Dean of Middle School

from the Dean of Primary School... I wish all families a safe and restful break over the next two weeks. The boys and teachers deserve a well earned respite from their studies and hard work and spending quality time with family is the perfect remedy. I would like to thank all parents for the way you have your boys ready and organised to start each day. The positive partnership with your class teachers ensures that all boys receive the same messages about behaviour, responsibility and relationships. I look forward to seeing all the boys return safely, injury free in their Summer uniform, to what promises to be another term of innovative and creative learning. School commences on the 8th October.

Technology I have spoken to the boys on numerous occasions about the appropriate and discerning use of technology. What is concerning is the downloading of games which I consider to be age inappropriate for boys in Primary School. Could I ask that no boys have games which are not educational bought to the College. It is very timely that our yearly visit from Healthy Harold will concentrate on sensible choices.

Reading Holidays are the perfect time to get into the habit of regular reading and I encourage all boys to go to the library, borrow a book or save their pocket money and buy a book to read. By the end of the holidays I hope all boys will have a favourite author or a favourite book they can tell me about. Take up the challenge and read everyday for a better life!!!

Writing For those budding authors, the holidays are also a time to keep a journal or diary and write your thoughts down each day. You may even begin to write your own Narratives, Science Fiction or Fantasy stories. I would love to receive some published stories upon our return to the College after the holidays. Who knows, we may have the next Maurice Gleitzman, Anthony Horrowitz or John O’ Brien in our midst.

Terry Walsh

Dean of Primary School

Coming Events . . . Wednesday 18 September

2014 New Parents Information Evening, Brimson Centre (7.30 pm)

Wednesday 18 September & Thursday 19 September

Year 5 & 6 Life Education visit

Thursday 19 September

St Alonso de Orozco OSA Football Presentation 11 – 16 Years, Brimson Centre (7.00 pm)

Thursday 19 September & Friday 20 September

NSW High School Basketball Tournament

Friday 20 September

College Mufti Day – gold coin donation Term Three concludes

Saturday 21 September – Monday 7 October

2013 Nepal SEA Programme Trip

Friday 27 September – Saturday 5 October

Mount Roskill Grammar School, Auckland - Rugby Visit

Saturday 5 October

Stage Band 1 – Manly Jazz Festival (12.00 pm)

Sunday 6 October

Stage Band 2 – Manly Jazz Festival (10.00 am)

Sunday’s Gospel: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Luke 16:1‘The manager was squandering his property!’ Question of the Week At school:

Do I ever waste the good things God has given me?

At work or study:

How careful am I with looking after my mobile, laptop… work of human hands?

In my family life:

Do we squander food, drink, natural resources, public services?

Words for this week. Repeat frequently with love. ‘Jesus, abundant giver of all that is good!’

Over the last few weeks a group of students, mainly from Years10 and11 along with Faith Ling, Joe Montz and myself, have spent many lunch hours rehearsing for various College and community liturgies. At each of these liturgies they have shone and generously shared their talents with our extended community. Special thanks to Harry Sekulich, Mila Hingano, Lachlan Ruskin, Edward Afu, Elia Faatui, Brendan Watkins, Dylan Bruce, Aisea Tukipili, Frank Mokofisi, Sione Afu, Nick Darvall, Sean O’Connell, Sean Murphy and Ryan Whittard. Margaret McElhone – Mission Advisor Ph: 9938-8297 [email protected]

Nepal 2013: On Saturday 21st September staff and students will depart for the 2013 Nepal Immersion. Whilst away they will complete service work at Bhairabi and DSA and complete a 5 day trek of the Annapurna Region. They will return on Monday 7th October. We wish them all safe and happy travels. Students: Tynan Brown, Conor Bliss Henaghan, Ben Rattray – Penrose, Fraser Bullock, Henry Ferguson, Brayden Capstick, Jamie Harrison, Brendan Watkins, Harvey Loud, Nicholas Hidas, Mitchell Stacey, Harrison Sekulich, William Grisewood, Peter Long, Liam Drosinos, Matthew Yeates and Matthew Armstrong. Staff: Daniel Fee, Andres Trujillo, Catharina Shepherd, David Anglicas, Joe Gray and Ellis Kinnaird

2014 Philippines Immersion: Thank you to the staff, parents, students and old boys who expressed interest in being involved in the 2014 Philippines Immersion. We have had over 85 people express interest in the immersion! Further information will be made available in Week One next term.

Kate Donnellan – SEA Coordinator: [email protected]

Year 6 Joshua Beachley

Year 5 Peter Vu

For being a co-operative and helpful member of the College.

For his generosity, respect for others and humble nature.

Year 8 Lawson Green

Year 7 Cameron Tierney

For showing kindness and compassion to a fellow member of the College community.

For always displaying the attributes of honesty and kindness.

Year 9 Jacob Hall

Year 10 Daniel Murace

For always displaying respect and friendliness towards all in our community.

For the importance he places on friendship.

Year 11 Ryan Whittard For his contribution and commitment to the College choir.

FOUNDATI N ...commitment to our boys

Foundation

Spring Party

With less than 29 days to go…book your tickets today to avoid missing this great party! Everything is coming together nicely for the Foundation Spring Party. Sincere thanks to the many parents and friends who have generously donated an item, prize or bottle of wine for the auctions and raffles. We are still seeking further donations so please let us know if you have something in mind or you can just send donations directly to the Foundation at the College or via the wine collection points (see below). Now if you are planning to join us for what promises to be a fantastic night of entertainment, fun and celebration, please secure your tickets today through TryBooking. When:

Friday, 18 October 2013 – Term 4 (just two weeks into the term)

Where:

Great Hall, International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) in Manly

Cost:

Tickets are $80 per person with delicious cocktail food, premium beverages, a fabulous venue with stunning ocean views, all the excitement of a great party and the chance to win some terrific prizes, including:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Gorgeous accommodation packages – The Rees Queenstown NZ, Hunter Valley and the South Coast Restaurant experiences and a framed Limited Edition Brett Whiteley print Apple laptop, iPad and some quality wine packages A great range of terrific gift vouchers

Major entertainment includes: Dr Andrew Rochford as MC, performer and singer Samantha Shaw with live music by The Old Boys Band led by Joe Montz. Me

How you can be involved and support the College: Donate a quality bottle/s of wine for auction – dust of a bottle or two from your cellar and drop it off to the College or our collection points at Seaforth, Dee Why, Collaroy and Davidson (addresses provided by email via class parents). *Please note: it is important students do not bring wine donations to the College. Donate a prize for the silent or live auction – perhaps you can donate an item or ask someone you know. Suggestions… restaurant experience, health and fitness packages, leisure boating escape, holiday accommodation, artwork or framed memorabilia. Sponsor our entertainers – a minimum $500 sponsorship will give you maximum exposure. We appreciate and value whatever support you are able to give the College Foundation. All donations are due by this Friday, 20 September 2013 or by arrangement with the Foundation Office.

For all St Augustine’s College Foundation enquiries please do not hesitate to contact: Rod Loneragan

Head of College Foundation



Margaret Oates

Foundation & Development Assistant

[email protected] [email protected] Tel: 9938 8292 Tel: 9938 8269

Principal Tim Cleary and the College Foundation invite you to the

Foundation

Friday 18 October 2013 Great Hall, International College of Management Sydney (ICMS) 151 Darley Road, Manly 7:00pm – 11:00pm $80 per person (includes cocktail food and beverages) Dress: Cocktail RSVP: Friday 11 October 2013 Purchase tickets here or visit www.trybooking.com/58525 Entertainment by

Auctions, lucky

Donate a bottle of

Performer

raffles

for the wine

Northern Beaches

Samantha Shaw and the Old Boys Band

door prizes,

and more!

wine

auction

All funds raised will support current College educational initiatives for all students. Enquiries | Margaret Oates | 9938 8269 | [email protected]

P&F President’s Welcome Welcome to our Parents and Friends’ Association page. This page allows the Parents and Friends of Saints to easily share activities from P&F meetings and other information such as P&F and social events organized by our Class/Year Level Parent Reps. Our next P&F meeting is the AGM and it is on Wednesday 13th November. I’d like to invite all parents to join me at the meeting. For enquiries please contact me on [email protected] The St Augustine’s Foundation Spring Party is coming up. Thank you to our Class/Year Level Reps for their help and support of the Foundation Spring Party. Thank you to all the families who have already purchased tickets for the party or donated bottles of wine for the event. For those who haven’t done so yet, the invite and information is in this newsletter.

P&F Pink Breakfast Our P&F annual Pink Breakfast is coming up, Term 4, Week 3, Tuesday 22nd October, 7.30 till 8.45 am. Please put this date in your dairy. We would really love to see as many men helping out on the morning and supporting the cause! This year we are asking for donations for raffle prizes. The P&F would warmly welcome any and all generous donations for a pink raffle to be drawn at the Pink Breakfast. ALL MONIES RAISED ARE DONATED TO THE BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION. Your Pink Breakfast invitation is in this newsletter and more information coming soon via Class/Year Level Reps. For all enquires please contact Gabrielle McKinnon [email protected] or Lisa Watt [email protected]

P&F Class/Tutor Parent Reps Information Thank you to Rosemary Cullen who is continuing to support our Parent Class/Year Level Reps. Below are the Term Four dates for socials organized by our Class/Year Level Reps. For all enquires please contact the P&F Class Parent Coordinator - Rosemary Cullen, [email protected] October

Fri 18th

November

Fri 8th Fri 15th Fri 22nd Sun 24th

Foundation All Parent evening event Yr 9 Yr 12 Yr 7 Yr 8 & 6

Yr 9 Parents’ Cocktail Party Yr 12 Parent Dinner Yr 7 Christmas Party Yr 8 and 6 Family BBQ

Liliana O’Toole

P&F President

CANTEEN ROSTER . . . Thursday 19/9/13

Friday 20/9/13

Monday 7/10/13

Tuesday 8/10/13

Wednesday 9/10/13

Mary Sidery Annabel Nelson Cassandra Waddington Narelle Nicholls

Sophie Osborne Kylie Fallow Kay Phillips Frances O’Connor Cathy Whittard

PUBLIC HOLIDAY

FIRST DAY OF TERM 4

Justine Stewart Robyn Price Julie Londero Cathy McGain Zina Sgangarella Sue Jones

Maria Caronna Libby Murphy Vanessa Huijsen Theresa Opadchy

The P&F Association invite you to the

ink Breakfast 2013

Tuesday October 22, 2013 | 7:30am – 8:45am

$10 per person or $25 per family

All students and their mother (mother figure/grandmother/aunty) are invited to this special event. Tables, stalls, breakfast and musical performances will be held outside at the front of the College. Includes gourmet style breakfast - summer fruit compote

with yoghurt and muesli, BBQ egg & bacon rolls, juice, water, tea, pink milkshakes. Coffee vans serving fresh espresso coffee.

Live music performances Pink Breakfast Stalls - selling a variety of goods, home wares and more!

Please bring cash for stalls, raffles etc. as monies raised from the Pink Breakfast will go towards the National Breast Cancer Foundation Please RSVP via your online payment slip (located on the College website - Homepage - ‘News & Events’) by Wednesday October 16, 2013 Enquiries:- Liliana O’Toole, P&F President M: 0412 596 759 | [email protected] Lianne Williams, Marketing Manager T: 9938 8222



Universities Bond University: 2013 Medicine Information Evening is being held in Sydney on the 23/9/13. • As a Partner School of Macquarie University 2 students from our College will be eligible for 5 bonus points to attend Macquarie University. A number of scholarships are also available exclusively to Partner School students. Year 12 students have been emailed details of these opportunities. Partner School bonus point applications are due at the end of this term. • Central Queensland University has provided a copy of their 2014 Undergraduate Guide. • Applications for ACU’s early entry scheme, the Early Achievers Program are now open. Visit the website or see me for a brochure. Applications close 21/10/13 • Macquarie University offers some course preference advice in its article “Getting Your UAC Preferences Sorted”. • The Universities Admission Centre (UAC) has produced a very useful guide, “All about UAC for Parents”. It includes all the facts parents (& students) need to know about UAC and about helping students navigate their way through the university admissions process. • UAC Information for Year 12 Students provides power point presentations on the university application process. Students are advised to look at these prior to making their application. Applications open 7/8/13 and on-time applications close on 27/9/13. An additional fee is applied to late applications. • The University of Canberra Principal’s Recommendation Scheme enables students to secure an offer to university in December. Offers are made only on the basis of principal recommendation; no other supporting information is required. See me if you are interested in this pathway. • Charles Sturt University invites students to participate in the Principal’s Report Entry Program (PREP), where they may be eligible to receive a university offer in November. See me for an application form. • The UTS Principal’s Recommendation Scheme enables candidates to receive a 10 ATAR point concession below the UTS cut-off. It is available to financially disadvantaged students. See me for further information. • The University of New England offers early entry to university based on school recommendation. See me for an application form. • UTS Engineering Faculty provides the opportunity for students to complete a questionnaire which may allow a student access to UTS Engineering if their ATAR falls short of the cut off. The questionnaire is open from 2/7/13 to 29/11/13. Private Colleges • Billy Blue College of Design Open Day is being held on 21/9/13 • Endeavour College of Natural Health Open Day is being held on 13/10/13 • The Australian Film Television and Radio School offers a range of school holiday courses throughout September for students aged between 9 and 17 who have an interest in filmmaking, game design, animation or screenwriting. • Tocal College provides agricultural and conservation land management education. They are hosting Open day on 27/9/13 & 4/10/13 • Basair Aviation College is hosting Information Sessions in the coming months • Scholarships/ Cadetships • University of Technology Sydney: Bachelor of Information Technology Co-operative Scholarship Program worth $16000 p.a. applications close 30/9/13. • UTS Science is advertising a range of scholarships for students studying specific science or mathematics based courses. See link or poster in Cameron House. • The NSW Department of Education & Communities - Teacher •

Education Scholarship Program applications are open until 4/10/13. Gap Year Programmes • Projects Abroad is hosting an information night on the 17/9/13 • Antipodeans Abroad has sent brochures about their GapBreak program Student ProgramMEs/ Workshops • Year 11 students have been invited to nominate themselves to attend the UNSW Faculty of Engineering High School Information Day on the 31/10/13 or the UNSW Science Information Day on the 7/11/13. The days are designed to give senior high school students the opportunity to sample several fields of engineering or science. Students are asked to see me for further details • Life at Sydney is an exciting event that provides Year 11 students the opportunity to experience what it’s like to be a University of Sydney student. Students are able to participate on either the 30/9/13 or 2/10/13 depending on their area of interest. Students have been asked to see me for further details. • The Northern Sydney Institute of TAFE is hosting a HSC & Tertiary Preparation Course information evening on 11/11/13. Details available from the coordinator on 9942 0732. • Macquarie University: Uni in a Day provides Yr 10, 11 & 12 students the opportunity to find out what university life would be like. It is held 27/9/13. • Access Education is holding HSC Exam Revision Lectures at Nth Sydney in October. • The School for Excellence is hosting HSC revision lectures • Students in Year 10 or 11 who are interested in science or engineering can take part in the University of New South Wales: Minerals Summer School 4 day residential summer school. Students will learn about study, careers, lifestyles and opportunities in the Australian minerals industry. Applications close 20/9/13. • Australian Institute of Physics: Physics in Industry Day hosted by CSIRO Materials Science & Engineering is being held on 7/11/13. This day will provide students with an insight into how physics is used in real world industries. • The Honeywell Engineering Summer School brings together 100 Year 11 students with the desire to pursue Engineering as their future career. It will run from 1/12/13 to 6/12/13 Miscellaneous • A local joinery business has a vacancy for an apprentice Cabinet Maker. Contact Chris for details - [email protected]. au • College Old Boy Martin Beasley has a vacancy for a student interested in a Wall & Floor Tiling apprenticeship. Contact Martin on 0417459966 • The Australian Government has launched a new site to help young people find the support and resources they need to overcome barriers to university study. It allows potential students, families and teachers to search for information about different types of Government assistance they can apply for. • MyUniversity provides students with a broad range of information about Australian universities and other higher education providers. • The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations has provided copies of “Australian Jobs 2013” which summarises information about the Australian labour market. I have some copies available. •

The Australian Defence Force Academy Education Award is presented annually to Year 12 students in recognition of leadership potential, and academic and sporting achievements exhibited during Year 11. The award comprises of a laptop computer and certificate, along with a plaque of recognition for your school. Applications close 28/2/14.

For further information on any of the above contact Paul McAlinden at the College. Previous editions of Career News are available on the College Portal under the News heading.

Study Skills Study tips for students from students Almost there… Elevate Education provides study skills information to our students in regular seminars throughout the year. Their presenters are all university students who offer the following tips and insights to HSC students. •

Mind maps in exams – Normally, when the examiner says, ‘you may start writing’ people go bananas trying to write as much and as quickly as possible. Instead, I would draw up an essay structure and write down the start of the quotes I was going to use. I learned it was better to write a well structured essay than write whatever came into my head. I was more likely to remember quotes in the first few minutes of the exam than when I was frantically trying to finish an essay. Adam studies International/Global Studies at Sydney University.

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Keep it simple – Write honestly and simply – write as if you are speaking directly to the examiner – in other words, write an essay the examiner will understand and, most importantly, will enjoy reading! Harry studies Arts/Laws University of Sydney

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Teamwork – nothing helped me as much as working with my peers – one mate and I who was a similar standard in English, worked together, bouncing ideas off one another, writing whole essays and comparing them. We evaluated, analysed, discussed, compared and contrasted until we were sick of each other but both had English as our best subject. Tim studies Arts/ Law Melbourne University

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The power of practice – for me, practice papers were the most powerful study tool. When studying for exams, in the first week I would do a practice paper - open book, open time. In the second week I would do a practice paper closed book, open time. Final week I would do it under exam conditions. I often did this with friends and discussed the answers afterwards – a great way to share ideas. Dan – Juris Doctor at Monash University

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Mix it up - I liked to exercise and hated being indoors so I put my notes, as audio files, on my IPod and went for long walks, revising for my exams at the same time. Andrew studies Media and Communications RMIT

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Plan – do not underestimate the importance of list making and planning. I wrote a list every afternoon of tasks still to be done. It is a relief to write down what you have to do to clear your mind of stress and anxiety. Write next to the task a day and time to complete it – Lily studies Arts/Law at Monash University

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Sleep – do not cram the night before – it’s a waste of time. Spend it instead relaxing and resting – stop at 5pm as cramming till 3am is the easiest way to mess up an exam – Sam studies Commerce Law at USYD

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Give yourself time - For me, I have found that having a few days where you exclusively focus on one or two subjects has worked well. These days are also great for study groups. Conor studies Arts at Melbourne University

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Break it up – when studying for long periods of time, even a quick walk around the block every hour wakes you up and gets the blood flowing. Drink LOTS of water and keep the windows open for fresh air in a well lit room while you are studying. Anna studies Arts/Law at UNSW

Students were provided with the September 2013 Holiday Study Programme where teachers offer workshop style classes during the September holidays. Students are encouraged to take full advantage of these sessions.

To contact the Studies Co-ordinators, Middle School students and parents should email Kylie Bowra at [email protected] and Senior School students and parents should email Tricia Briggs at [email protected]. Both Studies Co-ordinators work closely with their respective Dean of School.

Learning Enrichment News GAME TRAINING ROADSHOW THURSDAY 10th OCTOBER 2013 GAME TRAINING ROADSHOW is an educational video game development incursion for students in Years 5 to 9. The two hour session aims to teach students to write code and develop their own commercial quality games for major operating systems, mobile devices and game consoles. Students will develop analytical and creative skills in relation to writing code.

Cost: $45 As well as the 2 hour incursion, GAME TRAINING provide video tutorials, ongoing email support  and $3,500 worth of resources to every attendee

Venue: Lecceto Auditorium Hurry, limited places. Payment required before the end of Term 3. Permission forms can be collected from the Front and Primary offices. Graham Bruce

Learning Enrichment Co-ordinator

Years:

7 – 12

Dates:

Sunday 1st and Monday 2nd December 2013

Venue:

Lands Edge Chowder Bay Sydney

Applicants for the Writer’s Retreat will be required to submit the following: A portfolio (3-5 entries only) which displays pieces they believe ‘shows their journey through writing’. All entries should be original. The entries could show a progression in writing ability (from Year 6 onwards) or exemplify how they have used writing to express something they are passionate about. Submissions are due Thursday 10 October 2013 to Tate Williams by email at [email protected] or via Moran House Office.

ATTENTION PARENTS!

College Sport & Co Curricular Photos All Sport & Co-curricular photo order envelopes will be available from the Front Office or the Primary Office until the end of term. Rugby and Basketball photo order envelopes are also now available. Please return order envelopes containing the correct money to the Front or Primary Offices by Friday 20 September. After this date orders will need to be completed by contacting Advancedlife on Ph 9905 6688.

The College requires complete student, family and medical information. The information provided is used for parent communications, in the event of illness or accident and to assist in the organisation of excursions and/or sporting activities. Details currently on record at the College may have changed; it is a requirement of enrolment that parents/guardians provide all known contact details, medical and family information about their child to the College. Please contact the College Registrar, Philippa Sherwood [email protected] to advise of any changes.

THE ATLAS PERFORMING ARTS SITE

the Council Chambers.

Our Tolle Lege newsletter is only updated once a week. Stay up to date with Music and Drama. Use the Performing Arts ATLAS site. Log in here.

Stage Band 1: Saturday October 5 12noon Stage Band 2: Sunday October 6 10am Jazz Ensemble: Monday October 7 5:15pm (Council Chambers)

REHEARSALS TERM 4 A reminder for all Co-Curricular Music And Drama Students: All rehearsals commence 1st week back.

STAGE BANDS AND JAZZ ENSEMBLE The Manly Jazz festival is the last week of holidays. Joseph Montz is holding a special holiday rehearsal for all the bands involved. Attendance is voluntary, but highly encouraged. Stage Band 1: Thursday October 3 12-2pm Stage Band 2: Friday October 4 9-11am Jazz Ensemble: Friday October 4 11am-12pm

THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE You will need to be available for dance rehearsals at Stella on Tuesday afternoons from 4-6pm.

BRASS ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE Well done to Brass Ensemble. What a fantastic performance! I am really impressed with the level of maturity in remembering all the little details in phrasing and dynamics. Rehearsals are now back to one per week, and will commence the first Monday of Term 4.

PERFORMANCE FOR STAGE BAND 1 Manly Council contacted us requesting for Stage Band 1 to perform at the Brookvale Show (Saturday, October 19). We have performed at the last two of these events, and owing to the popularity of the performance, have been specifically asked to come back. We have confirmed our performance slot for 1:30-2:10pm. Of course, we need to meet at 12:30pm to carry over all the gear. And again, at the end, no boy can go until all the equipment is brought back over to the College.

MANLY JAZZ FESTIVAL Jazz ensemble and both Stage Bands are playing in this year’s Manly International Jazz Festival over the October Long Weekend. Boys need to arrive 30 minutes prior the start times in order to be allowed to play on the day. Boys with large “borrowed” instruments (eg Baritone Saxophone) need to remember to take the instrument home with them on the last day of term. Stage Band 1 and 2 will be at the “Stars of the Future” stage and should meet next to the stage, Jazz Ensemble will meet outside

There will some singing rehearsals at lunchtime at school, Catharina Shepherd will let you know the times. Please note there is no regular Thursday rehearsal next term. Leads will be required for more rehearsals, stay tuned for details!!

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE If you would like to review the current rehearsal schedule, you can find it on the Performing Arts ATLAS site. Log in here.

THE BUSKING PROJECT The Busking Project gives students an opportunity to perform in the quad on Monday lunchtime and raise money for the SEA program at the same time. Please see Jennifer Power to register for your chance to perform.

LEARNING AN INSTRUMENT If you would like to start learning an instrument in 2013, the College provides several instrumental tutors. Please enrol by clicking here and emailing to Lynne Papahatzis.

INSTRUMENT DONATIONS


 The College Music Department is always looking to acquire instruments.  Doesn’t matter how big or small it is, or whether it is not in full working order, we’ll fix it up and find it a great new home!  If you have an instrument lying around unused, please contact Joseph Montz.

Old Boy, Mitchell Thompson, at the Performing Arts Presentation Evening last Tuesday evening.

UPCOMING EVENTS October 5 Manly Jazz Festival (Stage Band 1) October 6 Manly Jazz Festival (Stage Band 2) October 7 Manly Jazz Festival (Jazz Ensemble) October 19 Brookvale Show (Stage Band 1) November 9 Stage Band 1 to perform at St John the Baptist Fair Joseph Montz

Performing Arts Co-ordinator

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BASKETBALL Congratulations Congratulations to Tom Savage (Year 11) on his recent inclusion into the New South Wales Institute of Sport Basketball squad for 2013. Tom has been chosen from an elite group of athletes and will undergo an extremely intense training programme with the NSW institute of sport over the next 12 months. This is a fantastic opportunity for Tom and another great achievement by one of our elite Basketball players here at the College.

Date

Teams Involved

Time

Venue

Thursday 19th September

ALL ISA TEAMS

ALL DAY

BAKETBALL NSW TOURNAMNE BANKSTOWN

Friday 20th September

ALL ISA TEAMS

ALL DAY

BAKETBALL NSW TOURNAMNE BANKSTOWN

Monday 23rd September

1st V & U17 U13, U14, U15

9:30am-12:00pm 12:30-3:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Tuesday 24th September

1st V & U17 U13, U14, U15

9:30am-12:00pm 12:30-3:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Wednesday 25th September

1st V & U17 U13, U14, U15

9:30am-12:00pm 12:30-3:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Monday 30th September

U13, U14, U15

12:30-3:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Tuesday 1st October

U13, U14, U15

12:30-3:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Wednesday 2nd October

U13, U14, U15 1ST V & U17

12:30-3:00pm 4:00pm-6:00pm

Brimson Centre SAC

Thursday 3rd October

1st V & U17

ALL DAY

SYDNEY SCHOOLS SHOOTOUT KNOX GRAMMAR

Friday 4th October

1st V & U17

ALL DAY

SYDNEY SCHOOLS SHOOTOUT KNOX GRAMMAR

Emma Donnellan Tom Savage in action for the College First V

ISA Basketball TIC

NSW High Schools Basketball Tournament On Thursday and Friday of this week our elite Basketballers from Years 7-12 will be competing in the NSW High Schools Basketball tournament at Bankstown Basketball stadium. All teams have been preparing over the last few weeks and we wish them all the best of luck for this tournament. Our 1st V team will be hoping to carry on their success from last year’s tournament to become back to back NSW High School Champions.

The 2013 season is well underway. There is one game left before we break for the holiday period and I encourage all players to ensure they are prepared for each game.

ISA Holiday Training Camps

Due to the Brimson Centre being unavailable for the next two weeks all LOCAL comp teams trainings scheduled to be held in the Brimson Centre are cancelled.

A reminder to all ISA players regarding the camps and tournaments that will be run during the holiday period. It is compulsory for all players to attend, please notify your coach if you cannot attend for any reason. During the holiday period our 1st and 2nd V will also be competing in the Sydney Schools Shootout tournament to be held at Newington College and The Kings School on Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th October. All players have been working hard in preparation for this tournament and again we wish players and coaches the best of luck.

Manly Warringah Basketball

Cancelled trainings

Games Draws can be accessed from the College website http://www.saintaug.nsw.edu.au/results-basketball

Kate Donnellan

Manly Warringah Basketball TIC

CRICKET

FOOTBALL (SOCCER)

Some more great team and individual performances on the weekend. All cricket teams will now be taking a break over the holidays and resuming on Saturday October 12.

End of Season Presentations The football presentation date and times are as follows: •

11Yrs – 16Yrs is on Thursday19 September in the Brimson Centre, arrive at 6:50pm for a 7:00pm start. Boys should wear their full College Winter uniform.

All players are expected to attend. Any issues please contact me.

Manly United 13’s

The U13 Div 2 Greens batting at Nolan Reserve last Saturday morning versus Peninsula CC. Photo: courtesy Amanda Holland Sports Photography

Congratulations to the U13’s Manly United team. They played their Grand Final in the Football NSW Youth League last weekend. Unfortunately, they were defeated 2- 1 by Sutherland but still an outstanding result to make that final. The St Augustine’s students playing in that team are Finn Ashton, Aiden Bariol, Oscar Casteigt, Nick Corcoran, Ben Varvaressos and Ben Koop. Well Done!!

Champion of Champion’s ST AUGUSTINE’S CRICKET TRIVIA NIGHT Last Saturday evening, the St Augustine’s College Cricket Club held its official season launch ‘friend raiser’ evening along with a trivia night in the St Mary MacKillop Centre. A great night was had by all and a huge thankyou to Trivia hosts Tony and Sally Garman (parents of Tom, Yr 12 2013) who kept everyone thoroughly entertained and to Sharon Porter for her endless preparation for the event. Next years night will be bigger and better still!

PLAYERS NEEDED! There are still some places available in the U14 age group for any interested Yr 7s. Boys should see me as soon as possible for more information.

SCHOOL HOLIDAY CRICKET CLINICS

I have details of some September / October school holiday cricket coaching clinics for interested players. Please email me for further details.

CRICKET BAT RE-GRIPPING

Spice up your bat with a new grip this summer. Only $10 fully fitted. Bring your bat up to the PE Office for same day service. Great range of colours available.

CRICKETERS OF THE WEEK Well done to Nick Hidas of the U16/17 Greens who belted an unbeaten 92 on Saturday morning against Beacon Hill CC to guide his team to 7/252 from its 30 overs. Nick smashed 12 boundaries and 3 huge sixes to anchor the huge total. Well batted Nick! The U12 Div 2 Greens Mitchell McNaughton made 36 retired not out with the bat including 4 magnificent boundaries and lots of hard running 2’s and 3’s. Mitchell then backed this up taking a wicket in his 3 overs bowled. Great work, Mitchell! James Scholtens

TIC Cricket

[email protected]

The 13/1A’s and 14/1’s travelled out to Goulburn for their first round games. Both teams came away victorious with some very clinical performances. The 13/1A’s won 5 – 0 and the 14/1’s won 5 -2 with Paul Caronna scoring four goals. Well done to all involved and keep posted for their next game result.

Representative Players If you played Football this season in a representative team (eg. Manly United) could you please send me an email to let me know so I can add your name to my end of season report. Chris Gray

TIC FOOTBALL (SOCCER) [email protected]

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MIGHTY MURRAY MAKE IT A TRIFECTA

Semi Finals Friday 6 September: St Augustine’s F v St. Luke’s Yellow Lost 3-10 St Augustine’s M v Balgowlah Drew 5-5

For the first time in several years the traditional House Relay found itself back at Brookvale Oval. In front of a crowd of 1300 people the Murray House took out the prestigious event in a nail biting finish, narrowly defeating Goold, Reville and Crane in that order.

I was also able to present awards to our three Junior teams at the Middle School Assembly this week.  Congratulations to all boys involved in Junior water polo this term and particularly to the award winners.

The win made it now three years in a row for the victors. The 2013 team consisted of Thomas Trevaskis, Tristian Cauchi, Sam Kelly, Joshua Bartholomeuz, Jack Kelly, Ben White, Callum Travers and Hamish Ferguson.  

St Augustine’s M Player of the Year            Callum Hulme Coach’s Award                  Sam Rimmer Players’ Player                  Tuatai Marsters

Our congratulations go out to all the elite runners who represented their House on the day. A mighty effort by all.

St Augustine’s W Player of the Year            Harry Chilcott Coach’s Award                  Sean Vaivelata Players’ Player                  Nathan Clancy

Garry Simmons

Sport Co-ordinator (Years 5-9)  

WATER POLO Intermediate At the Middle School Assembly this week, I was able to present awards to boys in each of our Intermediate (Years 8 & 9) teams for 2013.  Congratulations to each of the award winners and to all the boys involved in Intermediate Water Polo on a fine season. St Augustine’s A Player of the Year            Daniel Ferreira Coach’s Award                  Asher Riese Players’ Player                  Jack Watt St Augustine’s B Player of the Year            Harmon Kassulke Coach’s Award                  Zac Mrakovcic Players’ Player                  Aiden Pashley St Augustine’s C Player of the Year            Ben Donlan Coach’s Award                  Matthew Van Den Bosch Players’ Player                  Marvin Smith

Junior The Junior (Year 7) competition concluded on Friday 6 September, with two out of the three St. Augustine’s teams featuring.  In the first match St. Augustine’s F came up against Minor Premiers St. Luke’s Yellow.  St. Augustine’s played a high level of water polo, but one or two stand-out players for St. Lukes were able to score multiple goals despite being closely marked and at full-time, the score was 3-10 to St. Luke’s.  In the second semi-final, St. Augustine’s M came up against Balgowlah.  St. Augustine’s got away to a great start and led at every break.  With a minute to go, St. Augustine’s were holding onto a 5-4 lead when Balgowlah equalised.  St. Augustine’s went straight on to attack, but time was up and Balgowlah progressed to the final as they had finished higher on the competition table.  A great game of water polo from both teams

St Augustine’s F Player of the Year            Matt Melhuish Coach’s Award                  Cole Pittar Players’ player                  Jack Stevenson

Primary Term 4 sees the Primary water polo competition take place.  Boys have been placed into teams, which have been entered into the Breakers Competition.  All games take place on Friday evenings at Manly Pool.  We have not yet received the draw for the competition, when it is received, it will be placed onto the College website.  Typically in this competition, we receive the first two or three weeks one week at a time until a final draw is published.  This year we have four teams and training times are: Piranhas                               Monday 4pm-5pm WAC Barracudas                          Wednesday 7am-8am WAC Dolphins                              Thursday 6.30am-7.30am WAC Sharks                                   Friday  6.30am-7.30am WAC Boys do not have to pay pool entry, they should proceed to the diving pool after they enter the pool to meet their coach. 

Uniform Just a reminder that boys should arrive and depart Manly Pool in College sports uniform.

Looking Ahead to 2014 Boys who will be in Years 10, 11 and 12 will begin gradings/ training in week 3 of Term 1 Boys who will be in Year 8 and 9 will begin gradings/training in week 6 of Term 1 Boys who wish to play in these teams should be engaged in some form of swimming squad over the summer months.  The College runs a swimming squad on Friday mornings in Terms 4 and 1 at Manly Leagues Club pool from 7am to 8am, forms are available from the front office for boys who are interested. Paul Hull

TIC Water Polo

Football Congratulations to the 13 years and 14 years Football teams that won the first round of the Champions of Champions competition on Sunday in Goulburn defeating Goulburn by 4-0 and 5-2 respectively. These teams have been outstanding throughout the Football season being minor premiers in the Manly Warringah Football Association which qualified them to compete against all other minor premiers across NSW. We wish the teams the very best in their future matches.

Athletics As a result of winning the ISA Division 1 Athletics Championships many of our Athletes qualified to represent the ISA at the NSW Independent Schools Carnival at Homebush, good performances at this carnival will see them progress to the NSW All schools championships. I would like to acknowledge and congratulate the following students: Patrick Fraser 12yrs Shot Put, Discus, Long Jump / High Jump Addison Hawke 12yrs 200m and 100m Albert Hopoate 12yrs 100m Zachary Youlten 12yrs 800m Luke Huijsen 13yrs 800m Nicholas Osborne 13yrs Junior 4x100m Relay Jesse Allan 14yrs Long Jump, Triple Jump, High Jump Paul Caronna 14yrs Junior 4x100m Relay Lachlan Cooper 14yrs 800m and 1500m Jack Mills 14yrs 3000m Cameron Prince 14yrs Junior 4x100m Relay Liam Thomas 14yrs Junior 4x100m Relay Matthew Dunn 15yrs Javelin Deng Gak 15yrs High Jump Luke Lough 15yrs 200m and 100m Jack Maguire 15yrs Shot put and Discus Max Newey 15yrs Long Jump Elijah Burton 16yrs 1500m Elia Faatui 16yrs Shot Put Jackson Koop 16yrs Discus Ben White 16yrs 200m and 100m Bill Awet 17yrs High Jump Matthew Levene senior 4x100m Relay Lames Lough 17yrs Shot Put and Discus Lachlan Reid 17yrs 1500m Ben Treeby 17yrs 200m, 100m, Triple Jump, Long Jump, senior 4x100m Relay Grant McDonald 18yrs senior 4x100m Relay Charlie Taylor 18yrs Long Jump, Shot Put Joshua Tyler 18yrs senior 4x100m Relay

John Papahatzis

Head of Sport & Co-curricular