Newsletter No. 11 Week 11 18 April 2013

Newsletter No. 11
Week 11
18 April 2013
IMPORTANT DATES
Lord, thank you for all you have done for us. Each day you provide
us with all the things we need. You give us strength.
You give us friends, family, and more. We don't always claim to
understand your ways, but we do know that you always
understand us. We don't worry about you understanding us,
because you created each one of us.
You know our every thought, hope, and desire.
Thursday 18 April
Term 1 Concludes
Friday 19 April
Staff PD Day - College Closed
Monday 6 May
Staff PD Day - College Closed
We hope that the lessons we have learnt this Easter season
are ones we can take with us. We hope that you will help us to
show kindness to others. We pray that you will give us the
strength to make hard decisions when we have to choose
between the right thing and the easy thing. We hope we never
forget what you have done for us and for those around us.
We pray that we can always be appreciative.
Tuesday 7 May
Students Commence Term 2
Wednesday 8 May
ANZAC Assembly
Year 10 Parent Interviews
Thursday 9 May
BCC Cross Country
Lord, we ask for you to continue to speak to us in ways
we can see, and we ask that you help us to keep our eyes
open so we can always see your path in front of us.
Let us always have your words and your kind heart so that
we can lead others to you, and may we have a little of
your light to be an example to others of who you are.
Friday 10 May
Mothers’ Day Mass
Tuesday 14 May
Year 9 Parent Interviews
In your name, Amen.
Thursday 23 May
Year 8 Parent Interviews
MESSAGES FROM THE PRINCIPAL
COLLEGE ASSEMBLY
Our final assembly for the term was a celebration of Marcellin House with the House Captains, Demi O’Callaghan and
Ben Parker, leading prayer, informing the assembly about Marcellin Champagnat’s life work and the purpose of their
House fundraising. Funds from the Marcellin House lunchtime activities will be given to Waratah Support Centre to assist
the work this group does in the south west supporting victims of domestic and sexual violence.
The College was also privileged to hear from the Young Australian of the Year for 2013, Mr Akram Azimi. The South
Bunbury Rotary Club invited Mr Azimi to the southwest and we were fortunate to take advantage of some of his time in
Bunbury. Mr Azimi was a refugee from Afghanistan and has spent the last thirteen years gaining a secondary and tertiary
education and ‘giving back’ to his adopted country. Among the many activities in which he is involved, Mr Azimi is a
dedicated mentor to young indigenous people and uses his leadership and pastoral skills to help young people in remote
and rural WA. His message to our students was that it is not from achieving our desires that we obtain happiness, it is
from living out our obligations to humanity.
During our assembly we acknowledged the many sporting activities undertaken this term and the dedication and
achievements of our students in these endeavours. The results of the Athletics carnival have not been finalised, however,
we acknowledged the House which demonstrated the greatest spirit in winning the Panda Award, Valentine.
Congratulations to Jessica Tan and Ben Musitano, the Valentine Captains, and the Valentine House on this achievement.
Congratulations to the following students who achieved records on the day:
Mikayla Horan
Year 8 Female Long Jump and Javelin
Elliot Barton
Year 11 Male 1500m
Megan Shine
Year 11 Female 400m and 1500m
Our thanks are extended to all staff, students and parents for their support as officials for the carnival and congratulation
to Jorjah Bell on being awarded the Student Official of the Carnival.
YEAR 8 LEADERS
Our Year 8 students have recently held the elections for student leaders and the following students are to be congratulated
on their selection:
Student Representative Council
Christy Taylor & Kai Luzi
McAuley House Leaders
Amy Garic & Henry Mickle
Valentine House Leaders
Sophia Musitano & Lachlan McClea
Marcellin House Leaders
Emily Sykes & Dave Te
Xavier House Leaders
Shantelle Tassone & Rhys Sheahan
These students were presented with their badge of office which was blessed with the other leadership badges at the
beginning of the year.
AUTUMN FEST
Once again, audiences have been thoroughly entertained by our talented students in the Autumn Fest held last week. With
performances ranging from individual singers to the College Choirs, from dancers to bands, we witnessed an incredible
range of talent. One parent who had never previously attended one of these events expressed his surprise at the excellent
standard of the performers. All students who performed are to be commended and special thanks are extended to the
students, parents and staff members who assisted on the night. Our thanks are also extended to Levi Harley and Finn
Mickle for taking on, at the last minute, the challenge of hosting the evening. The driving force in the organisation of this
event has been from a number of our Arts staff members and I am very grateful to the following staff for their efforts: Mrs
Melissa Mitchell, Mrs Barbara Morgan, Mr Luke Campbell, Ms Stephanie Hart and Mr Oliver Maratea.
YEAR 10 DRAMA NIGHT
Once again our Year 10 Drama students performed magnificently on the second Drama night held this term.
Congratulations to all performers on taking on the challenge of the monologue. This year we have formed a production
crew who are learning about the behind the scenes operation of performances. Thank you to the production crew who
assisted with the lighting and backstage and front of house tasks for the Drama nights. Our thanks are also extended to
our staff members who ensure that these performances are possible: Mr Gerard Robertson, Mrs Karen Walker and
Mr
Oliver Maratea.
ITALIAN TOUR
We are receiving daily updates, with pictures, from our Italian tour group and these are posted on our Facebook page. All
is going well and the students and staff are blessed with great weather and have been experiencing the attractions of the
city of Rome and the Vatican.
END OF TERM ONE
I extend our best wishes to Mrs Tina Zuideveld who will be enjoying her well-deserved long service leave in Term Two. We
also say farewell to Mr Frank Townsend and Mr Oliver Maratea, two staff members who have been on leave for the last
year and have officially retired this term. Mr Townsend served the College from 1999 to 2013 as a Science teacher and a
Year Coordinator and was always willing to assist in a variety of co-curricular activities. Mr Maratea has been with the
College since 2004 as a teacher of RE and English and organised the production side of many of our events.
As this busy term comes to a close, I would like to thank our staff and students for their contributions to College life. It is
the extra things that occur in the school which enhance the learning experience for our students and would not be possible
without the generosity of our staff.
My best wishes to all staff and students for a safe and relaxing break.
God Bless.
Ms Denise O’Meara - Principal
MESSAGES FROM THE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
LOWER SCHOOL INTERIM REPORTS AND PARENT INTERVIEWS - TERM 2
The lower school interim reports were posted home this week. Enclosed with the reports were instructions on how to
access the Parent Teacher Online (PTO) website to book parent interviews which will be held next term.
YEAR 11 & 12 SEMESTER ONE EXAMS
Year 11 and 12 students will be sitting exams from Wednesday 29 May until Friday 7 June. The schedule can be
obtained by visiting the following link:
http://web1.bunburycatholic.wa.edu.au/cms/news-and-calendar
Students who only have a few exams scheduled are encouraged to see Mr Downes to organise work experience/
placement during the exam weeks when they are not sitting exams. Further information regarding the exams will be
publicised in the newsletter next term.
Mrs Leonie Ridgway - Deputy Principal
MESSAGE FROM OUR REGISTRAR
REMINDER TO PARENTS INTENDING TO WITHDRAW STUDENTS FROM THE COLLEGE
It is a requirement of the College that the Principal be given written notice advising of children leaving the College.
Ideally parents will meet with either the Principal or a Deputy Principal to discuss the withdrawal of the child from the
school. One term’s notice is required and the College reserves the right to charge one term’s tuition fees in lieu of
notice. Should you have any queries with regards to withdrawing students, please contact Geraldine Bowman,
College Registrar, on 9721 0000.
COLLEGE NOTICES
SCHOOL FEES
Thank you to the families who have paid their first instalment of school fees and music fees. Those families who
have not yet paid their fees, are asked to arrange payment as soon as possible. Should you wish to discuss payment
of your fees or arrange a payment plan, please contact Financial Services on 9721 0000. The accounts office will be
open during the school holidays for your convenience.
Mrs Nola Jennings - Assistant Bursar
ENGLISH TUTORIALS
In addition to the regular weekly English tutorials in the Library on Wednesdays, English Department staff are giving
upper school students the opportunity to participate in intensive exam revision in preparation for their forthcoming
semester one exams.
Wednesday 8 May
Wednesday 15 May
Wednesday 22 May
Reading Section
Writing Section
Viewing Section
3.00 to 4.30pm
3.00 to 4.30pm
3.00 to 4.30pm
Venue - TBA
Venue - TBA
Venue - TBA
Interested Stage 2 and 3 students are asked to let their English teacher know if they plan on attending so that
adequate rooming and resources can be arranged. The tutorials are open to Year 11 Stage 2, Year 12 Stage 2 and
Year 12 Stage 3 students.
ANZAC DAY - THURSDAY 25 APRIL 2013
On Thursday 25 April, students from our school have been invited to march in the
ANZAC Parade in Bunbury. Students who have handed in their permission forms are
requested to assemble at the Coles Car Park in full winter uniform by 10.15am. Step
off is at 10.30am and students will march to the Bricknell Music Shell for the
ceremony. In the past, our College has always had an excellent turnout for the event
and the members of the RSL really enjoy the involvement of school students and
appreciate the time given to the parade. Students are entitled to Christian Service
Learning hours for attending this event.
Mrs Sharon Doyle
BUNBURY CATHOLIC COLLEGE’S FACEBOOK PAGE
Our facebook site will keep you posted on the very latest happenings, news and events. You can ‘like’ BCC on
facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/bunburycatholiccollege to make sure you have all the latest info!
Check out the latest
pictures from the
Italian Trip and
Autumn Fest!
YEAR 11 STUDENTS AND PARENTS - THE NATIONAL YOUTH SCIENCE FORUM
From 1 April 2013, the Online Application process opens for keen science students currently in Year 11 who wish to be
considered for selection for the 12-day residential "science immersion" program to be offered in Canberra and Perth in
January 2014.
The National Youth Science Forum is a unique program that enables students, on the point of entering their final year of
secondary school, the opportunity to get a hands-on feel for careers and learn about study options in the diverse fields of
science, engineering and technology.
There are three sessions offered, each of 144 students from all parts of Australia, plus some from overseas. Two sessions
run in Canberra, and one in Perth. Students live on campus as University students, gain an insider's perspective on
campus life, and experience real science, working with real scientists at a range of laboratories and workshops.
Students gain the knowledge, skills and perspectives that enable them to make informed choices about Year 12 studies University course options - and provide them with a confident sense of the way forward and into a future of their choosing.
In school holiday breaks during Year 12, they also have the opportunity to come back to campus in university and industry
locations around the country, to build further upon their knowledge and experience and add further perspectives that assist
in the successful transition to University.
For further details and help with the application process, please visit: http://www.nysf.edu.au/applying
See Mrs Kanakis or look in the Library for flyers and further information next term.
UNIFORM SHOP
EX-STUDENTS’ REUNION
The Uniform Shop trading days and times over the next
few months (due to the School Holidays) will be as follows:
Expressions of interest are being sought from past students
(both male and female) of the former St Joseph’s Convent
and Sacred Heart College Bunbury for your intention to
attend a reunion in Bunbury.
 Open - 11.30am to 3.30pm
Friday 19 April (Pupil Free Day - Staff PD Day)
Monday 29 April (School Holidays)
Friday 3 May (School Holidays)
The date for the reunion is Saturday 29 March 2014. The
venue and cost will be advised once we have an indication
of the numbers wishing to attend. Please reply ASAP to
either Margaret Dalton (Hislop) on 9795 4954 or email
[email protected] or Val Piggott (Rodgers) on
9726 1226 or [email protected].
 Open - 1.00pm to 3.30pm
Tuesday 7 May
Friday 10 May
Monday 13 May
Parents are reminded to organise uniforms early ready for
winter as students return to school in Term 2 in their winter
uniform.
Mrs Julie Down, Uniform Coordinator
Date
RED CROSS SOUP VAN ROSTER
Driver of Van
Helpers
Leonie Ridgway,
Mikala Downes &
Mick Fewster
The Sutton Family (Chris)
Mikala & Tanya Downes
21 April
28 April
12 May
John Ridgway
Michael Downes
COMMUNITY NOTICES
ASTRONOMICAL SOCIEY OF SOUTH WEST (INC)
The Astronomical Society of the South West (Inc) will be holding open astronomy nights for the public at their Observatory,
Keble Heights, College Grove, Bunbury, at the end of the May School Holidays. The Observatory will be open on Friday 3,
Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 May each night from 7.00 to 10.00pm, weather permitting.
Cost:
Adults: $8.00 Children: $5.00
Family: $20.00
Further Information, Phone: Cameron on 9795 8204.
2013 WA NURSING & MIDWIFERY
EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Nominations for the 2013 WA Nursing & Midwifery
Excellence Awards are now open. These awards
provide an opportunity for health colleagues and the
community to recognise those nurses and midwives
who demonstrate qualities of excellence and who are
viewed as outstanding role models for the nursing
and/or midwifery professions. Nominations close at 12
noon on Monday 13 May 2013 and can be made
online at www.wanmea.com.au.
JUNGLE BODY MEGACLASS
DANCE, BOX, TONE & STRETCH
CARITAS FUNDRAISER
Join Tarrin Lenard for the first Bunbury Mega Class!! One hour
workout raising much needed funds for Caritas Australia.
Experience three of the Jungle Body Programs including
Konga, Jagua and VYPA.
Bunbury Catholic College Gym
Saturday 27 April - 7.00 to 8.00pm
$8 Pre-sale or $10 at the door
Bring a towel and yoga mat
For more information, visit:
www.thejunglebodywithtarrin.com.au
Our Nurse has something to say .........
SLEEP
Sleep is vital to your well-being; it’s as important as the air with breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat.
It can even help you to eat better and manage the stress of being a ‘teen’.
Every parent knows that a tired child is a cranky child. But did you know that our experts are also suggesting
that children with chronic sleep problems are at increased risk for developing mental illness (anxiety disorders,
depression, alcohol abuse) later in life.
Most teenagers need about 8 1/2 to more than 9 hours of sleep each night. The right amount of sleep is
essential for anyone who wants to do well on a test or play sports without tripping over their feet. Unfortunately,
many of our teenagers don’t get enough sleep.
Teenagers are often given a bad rap for staying up too late, oversleeping for school and falling asleep in class.
But recent studies show that adolescent sleep patterns actually differ from those of adults or younger children.
During the teen years, the body’s circadian rhythm (sort of like an internal
biological clock) is temporarily reset, telling a person to fall asleep later and
wake up later. This change in the circadian rhythm seems to be due to the fact
that the brain hormone melatonin is produced later at night for teens than it is
for younger children and adults. Therefore it can be harder for our teenagers to
fall asleep early, or at least a reasonable time! These changes in the body’s
circadian rhythm coincide with a time when our adolescents are at their busiest.
For most teens, the pressure to do well in school is more intense than when
they were primary students, and it’s harder to get by without studying hard.
They also have other time demands – everything from sports and other extracurricular activities to fitting in part-time jobs to save money.
How do I Know if I’m Getting Enough Sleep?
If your teens are having difficulty waking up in the morning, have an inability to concentrate, fall asleep in class
and/or experience feelings of moodiness and even depression. Guess what, not enough SLEEP!
Having healthy sleeping habits are not always inbuilt, some may even need assistance in developing good
sleeping routines. I have included some strategies to encourage healthy sleep for our teens.
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Set a regular bedtime and wake time, even on weekends.
Make the bedroom a dark and quiet oasis for sleep. No Homework in bed.
Create a calming bedtime routine, reading or listening to mellow music.
Unwind by keeping the lights low.
Light signals the brain that it’s time to wake up. The light from the computer can interfere with the production of
the sleep promoting hormone, melatonin. Limit the exposure to bright light, including computer screens, TV,
computer games and the telephone at least one hour before you go to bed.
Wake up with bright light. Bright light in the morning signals to your body that it’s time to get going.
A couple hours of missed sleep a night may not seem like a big deal, but can create a noticeable sleep deficit
over time. If you’re drowsy, it’s hard to look and feel your best. Schedule “SLEEP” as an item on your agenda to
help you stay creative and healthy.
Ms Miranda McKee RN - College Nurse
BUNBURY CATHOLIC COLLEGE CANTEEN ROSTER - TERM 2 2013
Starting time 9.30am. If unable to attend, please contact Christine Shalders on 9721 0066 (Canteen) or 9721 7679 (Home).
MON MAY 6TH
TUES MAY 7TH
Lisa Bennett
Cenise Harland
Emily Kent
WED MAY 8TH
Tracey Rutherford
Leonie Carbone
Nyomie Kennedy
Jasmine White
THURS MAY 9TH
Marie Tognela
Kim Black
Karen McAneny
FRI MAY 10TH
Louella Temple
Maudie Brearley
Fiona Gulberti
Marlene Kaptein
MON MAY 13TH
Sheelagh McGarry
Meredith Hutton
Kaylene Robertson
Yvonne Reilly
TUES MAY 14TH
Lita Manalaysay
Nicolene Dressel
Emily Jendrzejak
WED MAY 15TH
Claire Pierre
Mary Chiera
Wendy Sydney-Smith
Claire Bach
THURS MAY 16TH
Nia Parker
Tracy Licciardello
Dale Hill-Power
Lyn Bacich
FRI MAY 17TH
Tania Johns Putra
Di Tomlinson
Leanne O'Callaghan
MON MAY 20TH
Tasha Dowson
Melissa Duane
Penny Chorlton
TUES MAY 21ST
Shelley Rielly
Morag Blunden
Emma Gillet
WED MAY 22ND
Maria Griffiths
Lina Powley
Nancy Kusin
THURS MAY 23RD
Lisa Zacher
Nicole Tate
Vanessa Rankin-Hume
FRI MAY 24TH
Amanda Reeve
Eliane Boom
Kersteen Parker
MON MAY 27TH
Vanessa Verbrugge
Catherine Griffin
Narelle Maughan
TUES MAY 28TH
Sandra Pitts
Julie-Ann Richards
WED MAY 29TH
Lyn Bertelli
Marie Bennell
Vikii Grzelka
THURS MAY 30TH
Rachel Freebury
Andrea Keddie
Louise Roberts
FRI MAY 31ST
Alyson Underdown
Jen Ellis
Suzanne Mumford
MON JUNE 3RD
FOUNDATION DAY
TUES JUNE 4TH
Sam Bilcich
Sharyn Brown
Lisa Pesce
WED JUNE 5TH
Denise Cable
Joanne Goltz
Karen Twomey
THURS JUNE 6TH
Annita Sellick
Rochelle Piavanini
Leona Neacy
FRI JUNE 7TH
Elisabetta Giacci
Jennifer Travers
Alison Busher
Pat Clarke
MON JUNE 10TH
Tasha Dowson
Rebecca McClea
Lena Donovan
Dianna Ietto
TUES JUNE 11TH
Kim Hislop
Marisa Frazer
Linette Kendle
Lisa Bennett
WED JUNE 12TH
Tracey Rutherford
Mary Pilatti
Lorraine Fenn
Caroline Cousins
THURS JUNE 13TH
Julie Rando
Rebecca Corps
Cherie Musitano
FRI JUNE 14TH
Tonya Parry
Di Marney
Therese Reeves
MON JUNE 17TH
Leanne Wringe
Melissa Duane
Nicole Johnston
Lisa Kings
TUES JUNE 18TH
Shelly Reilly
Chris Mogg
Kath Keefe
Paula Gianotti
WED JUNE 19TH
Claire Pierre
Fiona Shepherd
Gisela Johnsen
Janet Goldspink
THURS JUNE 20TH
Jodie Chiellini
Tara-Ann Zappia
Kelly Rognetta
Susanna Acala-Aguilar
FRI JUNE 21ST
Angela Doust
Sally McDougall
Paula Godber
Carol Dagostino
MON JUNE 24TH
Cindy Power
Helena Albertsen
Lara Lee
Anne Noonan
TUES JUNE 25TH
Lita Manalaysay
Sandra Pitts
Olivia Teahan
Emily Jendrzejak
WED JUNE 26TH
Tracey Cowan
Mary Chiera
Trish Walker
Denise Cable
THURS JUNE 27TH
Nia Parker
Theresa Baker
Kathryn Warnock
Ann Puglisi
FRI JUNE 28TH
Tania Johns Putra
Jo Waller
Leah Bolwell
MON JULY 1ST
Penny Chorlton
Carolyn Hutchison
TUES JULY 2ND
Maria Celisano
Jenni Thompson
Karen Mustica
WED JULY 3RD
Patricia Vogel
Carmel Sutton
Lina Powley
THURS JULY 4TH
Lisa Zacher
Rachel Thorn
Kylie Brandis
Lyn Bacich
FRI JULY 5TH
Alyson Underdown
Pamela Furey
Kylie Baggetta
STAFF PD
The Health Act requires that sleeveless tops and open shoes are not to be worn by Canteen Workers/Volunteers.
Hats should be worn (these will be supplied).
Vocational Education & Training Newsletter
Year 10 Work Experience
Thank you to parents and students who have arranged
placements ready for the week 1/7/13 to 5/7/13. For those
who have not, the holiday period may be an opportune
time. A reminder that Work Experience Reply Forms need
to be returned no later than Friday 24 May 2013.
Year 10 Workplace Learning
Students participating in the Year 10 Workplace Learning
elective are also reminded to make arrangements as
soon as possible to allow prompt commencement in Term
Two.
Newsletter # 7
18 April 2013
Employment Opportunities
Parts Interpreter - Suitable for a school leaver looking for
a gap year job. Please phone 9721 0000 for more
information.
Apprentice Chef - In the Bunbury area.
Please see the JOBS Board located
outside the VET Office or see Mr Downes
or Mrs Howard.
Should you have any queries, please contact Mr Michael
Downes or Mrs Sue Howard at the College on 9721 0000.
South West Careers Expo
Wedneesday 12 June 2013,
11.00am to 5.30pm
Bunbury Catholic College Hall
Rodsted Street, BUNBURY
Confirmed Presenters
Murdoch University
University of Western
Australia
Curtin University
Edith Cowan University
Notre Dame University
Iluka Resources
St Catherine's College
South West Institute Of
Technology
Cristal
Construction Training Fund
Forrest Personal Inc
Motor Trade Association of
WA
Hospital Group Training
The Apprenticeship &
Traineeship Company
Rural Skills Australia
Southern Aviation
Defence Force Recruiting
CCI Apprenticeship Solutions
International College of Hotel
Management
Main Roads WA
A Day in the Life of a Student is a free event providing a
valuable insight into a typical day at a university, with a
number of interactive and informative workshops in which
to participate. The following sessions will run in the April
school Holidays for Year 11 & 12 students:
A Day in the Life of a Music Student
Monday 22 April
A Day in the Life of an Arts Student
Wednesday 24 April
A Day in the Life of a Landscape Architecture Student
Thursday 2 May
A brochure and application form is available at the
College’s VET office.
Murdoch University
Open Day
Sunday 18 August
For all Year 12 Students considering
studying Medicine
Important Dates
The registration line for the UMAT will open in the next few days. The deadline for UMAT registration is 5.00pm, Friday 7 June
2013. Late registrations will incur a $65 penalty and this option will close on Friday 21 June at 5.00pm. The UMAT date is
Wednesday 31 July.
UMAT Changes for 2013
In previous years there were always three separate sections in the UMAT, where students had to finish each section in a particular
given time. Students were not allowed to go back to the previous section past the allocated time. The styles of questions for UMAT
2013 are still the same, covering Logical Reasoning, Understanding People and Non-verbal Reasoning skills. However, questions
are no longer divided into three timed sections. UMAT 2013 will be a three hour test consisting of 134 questions, the test is NO
LONGER divided into sections and there are no rest breaks. Students can answer questions in any order they want.
Please visit the VET Office if you are in Year 12 and interested in studying medicine or dentistry. Register your
interest so that important information can be forwarded directly to you.
Vocational Education & Training Newsletter
Newsletter # 7
18 April 2013
The VET Department would like to acknowledge and thank these businesses in and around the Bunbury area
who assisted our school in providing work placements and work experience for our students this term. This
partnership between schools and businesses is vital for our students pursuing career pathways and is greatly
appreciated by the College Community.
A & R Engineering
Alcoa Australia
Amana Inn
Andel Plumbing
Ansac
Australian Defence Navy Fleet Base
Australind Home Hardware
BCE Surveying
Better Pets and Gardens Bunbury
Bunbury Auto Electrics
Bunbury Catholic College Canteen
Bunbury Engineering Network
Bunbury Telecom Service Pty Ltd
Café 140
Changing Spaces
City of Bunbury
Collins Booksellers
Coonida Primary School
Cyclone Security Screens and Doors
Dardanup Garage Service Station
David Nowland Hydraulics
Diesel Force
Djidi Djidi Primary School
Dolphin Discovery Centre
Eaton Animal Health Centre
Ella Bache Bunbury
GMW Carpentry
Goodstart Early Learning Centre BBY
Goodstart Early Learning Eaton
GTS Electrical and Data
Harbour Services Australia
Home Group WA
Jackson Electricals
JANDCO Electrics
Just Electricians
Kids Inn Dalyellup
Kitform Kitchens
Komatsu
Lenards
Leschenault Catholic Primary School
Donnybrook
Pinjarra
Harvey
Bunbury
Bunbury
Garden Island
Australind
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Gelorup
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Eaton
Dardanup
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Eaton
Bunbury
Capel
Bunbury
Eaton
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Collie
Bunbury
Gelorup
Dalyellup
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Australind
Mainline Plumbing
Marc Shaddick Ceilings
Mowers Plus
National Lubrication Systems
New Breed Motors
Nites Electrical
Orontide Engineering
Our Lady of Lourdes School
Pages Mechanical Repairs
Parkfield Primary School
Piacentini & Son
Piacentini and Son Pty Ltd
Rachel Wallis Photography
Radio West/HOT FM
Retravision Bunbury
River Valley Primary School
Riverlinks Child Care Centre
Rock N Roll High School
Saint Annes Primary School
SKG Radiology
Solarhart South West
South West Pets
Sportsfirst
Sportsfirst Collie
St John of God Hospital - Physio Dept
St Josephs Primary School
St Michaels Catholic Primary School
Stockman Holden
Terry O'Connor & Co
The Natural Beauty Spot
Tint - a - car Bunbury
Tradelink
Tuart Forest Primary School
Unsunk Funk
Warrick Welding
Westrac
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Davenport
Bunbury
Dardanup
Boyanup
Australind
Bunbury
Picton
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Burekup
Australind
Bunbury
Harvey
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Collie
Bunbury
Bunbury
Brunswick
Harvey
Dardanup
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
Dalyellup
Bunbury
Bunbury
Bunbury
THE ART i FACTS
Dance
Indonesian Dance Workshop
As part of our Indonesian Immersion Arts and T & E Project we were lucky enough to welcome two wonderful
Balinese Dancers into the College on Friday 1 March.
The day began with the Year 8 Dance class being taught some of the traditional movements of Balinese Dance
with the flexed wrists and the bent knee, bare-foot stance causing a few giggles as students attempted to get it
right. We then progressed to the Year 9 students who will be performing at the Indonesian Immersion Evening on
Tuesday 18 June. These students were taught a traditional Pendant Dance by Rosa (Ocha) and Diana. The
dance was certainly more difficult than anticipated with students developing a new appreciation for the skills and
grace of our tutors. By the end of the day both students and teachers were exhausted and there were certainly
many sore muscles to be endured the next day.
Special thanks must go to the dancers, Rosa and Diana from Prebumi Dance Company, Mrs Dianne Stewart –
who although on leave in 2013 arranged for and liaised with the dancers throughout the whole process and
Ms Brenda Della-Sale who organised us all on the day.
Ms Kym Whitney and Mrs Karen Walker - Dance Department
Drama
Year 10 Drama Nights
This year, due to large class sizes, we decided to split the group over two evenings for their solo performances. The
first group performed on Monday 8 April and set a very high standard early. The mixture of deep seated emotion
and humour was a hit with the audience and the applause for performers was generous. The second evening was
held on Monday 15 April and the pressure from the previous performances brought out the best in our students and
they delighted a large crowd with their talents. Performing as an individual in front of an audience can be a daunting
prospect and students should be proud of the effort they put in.
Animal Farm-Shake and Stir
Recently we were fortunate enough to welcome
visitors from the cast of the Shake and Stir
Theatre Company to our College. These visitors
were in Bunbury for one night only presenting
George Orwell’s famous text “Animal Farm”. Our
guests took the Year 11 and 12 students
through elements of Physical Theatre and
looked at the basics of movement, feel and trust.
These activities will greatly assist students in the
development of their monologues which will be
assessed as part of the WACE course.
Upcoming Events
Tours
Early in Term 2, students will be travelling to Perth to participate in a workshop with the Black Swan Theatre group.
This workshop will be targeted directly at the students’ solo performance exam and will be an exciting opportunity to
work with some of WA’s finest actors. As part of the trip we will also be viewing the world famous production of
Jersey Boys and Black Swans adaptation of “Death of a Salesman”. It should prove to be a highlight of the drama
calendar.
Performance
Year 9 students will be involved in the Indonesian Immersion evening that will occur at the College in Term 2.
Drama students will be creating a shadow puppetry performance based on traditional elements of Indonesian
Theatre. It promises to be a unique and interesting event.
Our Year 12 students will also be presenting the famous Australian play “Cosi” by Louis Nowra on Monday and
Tuesday,10 and 11 June in the Performing Arts Centre. A very unique play set in a Mental Institution during the
Vietnam War. It was adapted into a film and helped to launch the careers of famous Australian actors Toni Collette
and David Wenham. Tickets and further information will be available at the beginning of Term 2.
Mr Gerard Robertson - Drama Department
Media
Media as Art:
Once upon a time, the photograph and the film were very envious of the painting.
“We want to be beautiful and admired by our audience,” they groaned.
“Never!” said the critic. “You are too modern and too clumsy and too new. There is
nothing artistic about you.”
There were those who disagreed
with the narrow views of the critic.
“Look at the skilful camera work.
Marvel at the shadows thrown by
the lighting! Consider how the angles
portray the ideas.”
Bit by bit, people around the world
started to agree. The photograph
and the film were excited and grew
in confidence. They experimented
with their techniques and created
artworks which will forever be
admired by their audience. Finally
the critic had to admit that the
photograph and the film had indeed
earned their place as works of art.
They continue to live happily ever
after.
Our Year 12 students are exploring the ‘arty’ side of
Media and are frantically completing their aesthetic
productions as this article goes to print. Of course,
deadlines come with a multitude of challenges which can
be stressful, however, our students are discovering that a
problem solved – and solved artistically – is also very
satisfying!
This year’s Easter Liturgy media presentation was built
around our Year 10 students’ photographic work.
Students responded creatively and enthusiastically to the
task and enjoyed seeing their images on the big screen in
the Cathedral. Their next brief is to produce promotional
material for the Indonesian Immersion Evening (Term 2)
which will see them apply their design and desktop
publishing skills.
‘Sharpies’, ‘grunge’ and ‘wiggle’ skirts
As part of their research into popular culture for Stage 2 Media Production and Analysis our Year 11 Media students
have brought the language, iconography and fashion of different subcultures to life for a contemporary audience.
Feature articles produced by the students explore the impact of popular culture from the 1950s to the present as
well as replicate the design elements and language of the print magazine medium. Our next project sees students
turn their attention to the emerging popularity of pop music and pop music stars from the Asian region. Their
research and investigations will result in students producing their own three minute music video and discovering the
joys and challenges of film-making. We look forward to seeing the fruits of their labours.
Mrs Cally Yates & Mrs Jane Smith - Media Department
Music
The Term That Was:
On Sunday 17 March 2013,
Bunbury Catholic College
Music students were invited
to perform at the Harvey
Harvest Festival, our first gig
of the year. After an
interesting start with sound
checks, the Celtic Band
performed
three
songs
including ‘Danny Boy’, which
was
accompanied
very
unexpectedly by a passing train. The Girl’s Choir also performed and
wowed the crowd with a final ‘Bubbly’ number. Overall this was a
successful event and students are to be congratulated for their very professional performance.
This term, students from The Young Fiddler Program, have prepared new and exciting musical pieces which will be
performed at this year’s Bunbury Eisteddfod. There will be three orchestra groups where one will have a new
member playing Double Bass. We welcome new violin teacher Mrs Anne Spear in Term 2 who replaces Ms Rogers
who is due to have her first child at the end of this month. We wish her all the best with this happy event.
On Thursday evening, 11 April, the Autumn Fest was held in the College
Hall. This event saw a huge audience treated to a diverse range of musical
and dancing talent from our students. Our students had them clapping,
laughing and literally dancing in
the aisles. Our last minute MC,
Levi Harley, assisted by Finn
Mickle, delivered jokes as they
proudly wore the “bling” Tiaras.
The evening included many original songs, first time performers,
dancers, choirs, soloists, rock bands, Celtic bands and concert
bands. Many students multi-tasked by being backstage crew and
performers.
We would like to thank the following sponsors who provided raffle items, for their support.
BNatural Woodcraft
Grooves that Move
Mitchell Harrison Photography
Mitre 10 Bunbury
Ferguson Falls Winery
Our lucky winners left with their hands full!
Thank you to all the students who assisted backstage and with
lighting, Mrs Morgan, Mr Campbell, Ms Hart and all the teachers and
parents who volunteered with refreshments. Autumn Fest would not
be possible without this amazing team
of students, teachers, sponsors and
parents.
Thank you for giving our
students this amazing performance
opportunity to shine!
Upcoming Events
The West Australian Performing Arts Eisteddfod in June is our focus next term, with all
ensembles and choirs performing. Our Girls Choir will proudly be opening the National
Seniors Conference on Monday 6 May in Bunbury. Look out for our new music
uniforms. Details of this event to come shortly. Also in Term Two, our instrumental
music students will be showcased at a concert in our Performing Arts Centre, so watch
out for this ‘not-to-be-missed’ event.
Mrs Melissa Mitchell, Mrs Barbara Morgan, Mr Luke Campbell & Ms Stephanie Hart- Music Department
IN RETROSPECT TERM ONE
Our Year 12 Art Camp was the first major art event on the College
calendar and this year we had a brand new location to our previous art
camps. The first week of March holds many exciting opportunities in Perth
so our three day camp consisted of visits to several places of artistic
inspiration. Our first port of call was the Art Gallery of WA where we
viewed the Year 12 Perspectives and Picturing New York Exhibitions.
Other artistic endeavours included the Sculpture by the Sea exhibition in
Cottesloe, Urban artworks in Northbridge, the café strip and markets of
Fremantle and of course our accommodation at Woodman point by the
beach. Our students left with a collection of visual memories of our day
trips and inspiration from artist talks, diverse works and innovative mixed
media workshops.
Our Term One art exhibitions also included Year 9, 10, 11 and 12 student
visits to the South Western Times Survey at the Bunbury Regional Art
Galleries. Students were in awe of works from local artists in particular our
very own Mrs Tanya Downes and Miss Maria Delle Donne with their
thought provoking artworks.
THE YEAR AHEAD
Projects that commenced in Term One are now well underway and include Year 8 ceramic warrior figurines inspired
by the ancient Japanese Samurai. Both Year 9 Art classes are currently working on artworks inspired by Indonesia
which will be on display for our Indonesian Immersion Evening in June. The art forms include Batik, wood carving
and mixed media. Year 10 Craft are creating Generation “Z” inspired designs for a t-shirt whilst the Stage 1A Year
10 Art students are analysing the work of artist Marc Chagall and gathering visual information towards their silk
screen print based on the theme “Journey”. Year 11 Certificate III and Year 12 Certificate II students are currently
working through the design development process for their studio production pieces to complete their drawing and
painting units inspired by the theme of ‘Memory”. The Year 12 Certificate ll students were also fortunate to
participate in a ‘Life Drawing’ class which was held on campus providing guided technical precision to produce some
inspiring artworks. Year 11 Stage 2 Visual Art students are currently designing portrait paintings inspired by the
theme “Differences” and Year 12 Stage 3 students are in their production stage creating various works in painting
and mixed media which explore the theme of commentaries with a focus on their modern world. All this equals a
very busy Term Two and we encourage all art students to stay focused, up to date and to strive for originality and
precision of techniques and processes.
Year 9 students
Erin Elstermann and
Brooke Heenan working
on their Indonesian
inspired Batik works.
Year 8 Ceramic Japanese Samurai
Ms Brenda Della-Sale, Mrs Tanya Downes & Ms Maria Delle Donne - Art Department
Holy Thursday Liturgy
It has been a tradition that every year the Arts Department lends its creative flair to make the Holy Thursday Liturgy
experience a memorable and meaningful one for our students before their departure into the Easter season. This
year the story of our crucified Christ was incorporated into a full Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral. Whilst the venue
proved a challenge to incorporate all aspects of the Arts, it was an advantage to only have to perform it once. The
setting also allowed for a more reverent atmosphere and brought together the College Community in its entirety.
The great acoustics of the choir was accompanied by the ceremonial movements of the dance and drama students
with eye catching costumes. The students worked together brilliantly to uphold the Crucifixion mural which came
together like a jigsaw puzzle. Once again we concluded the Mass with a Year 10 Power Point inspired by the
meaning of this significant event on the Christian calendar. Thank you to the Arts staff, Mrs Viv McKenzie, Mrs Janet
Wilson and students who put in many hours towards this Liturgical event and the College Community for their
support to aid in the greater meaning of Easter.
The Arts Department
The Back Page
Issue 10 – April 18 2013
BCC Athletics Carnival
This year was our second year at the new Olympic standard arena at Hay Park Athletics Track. Thank you to all
staff for their support throughout the day, especially the PE staff who were all there at dawn to prepare the
venue. Thank you also to our students and parents who helped out on the day. Without your help we could not
run such a successful day. It was disappointing that the carnival was called off with everyone still participating,
however, you cannot help the weather. All students who participated and competed with such great enthusiasm
should be commended.
Due to the carnival being called off, we were unable to hand out any champions awards, however, below are the
students who achieved outstanding results on the day and broke records:
Student
Faction
Event
Old Record
New Record
Mikayla Horan
Xavier
Year 8 Female long Jump
4.46
4.93
Year 8 Female Javelin
22.05
23.05
Elliot Barton
Xavier
Year 11 Male 1500m
4.51
4.48
Megan Shine
McAuley
Year 11 Female 400m
1.06.22
1.04.42
Year 11 Female 1500m
5.49.72
5.18.00
A special mention to Josef Bandera (Year 10), and those students who competed in the 100m race, for showing
great sportsmanship and school spirit. Jorjah Bell (Year 10) was official of the day due to her excellent
marshalling skills and selfless effort. Valentine won the coveted Panda Award for their fantastic organisational
skills in the morning.
The SSWA team will be finalised next term and there will be one training session next term before the
interschool carnival is held in Week 3.
Country Week Teams Announced
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected into Bunbury Catholic Colleges first ever
country week teams:
Senior Boys Country Week Football Team
Senior Girls Country Week Soccer Team
Sarah-Jane Ietto (Year 9)
Taleah McCagh (Year 9)
Emalee Neacy (Year 9)
Marlie Philp (Year 9)
Kennedy George (Year 11)
Gemma Parisella (Year 8)
Amber Lilley (Year 9)
Tahlia Parisella (Year 11)
Mikaela Kusin (Year 11)
Sarah Currell (Year 10)
Rebecca Allan (Year 9)
Sophie Thomson (Year 11)
Melissa Pinzone (Year 9)
Emma Zolnier (Year 9)
Darcey Ryan-Barnard (Year 10)
Sophie Ellis (Year 9)
CONTACT US
[email protected]
Phone: 9721 0050
Fax: 9721 0044
Kale Triplett (Year 10)
Hayden Hancock (Year 10)
Kye Murray (Year 10)
Harley Depiazzi (Year 10)
Gaetan Mwanangela (Year 9)
James Finucane (Year 10)
Jayden Rando (Year 10)
Hamish Hall (Year 10)
Harry Creasey (Year 10)
Michael Tassone (Year 10)
Blair Della Franca (Year 11)
John Sanchez (Year 10)
Ira Howard (Year 11)
Cam O'Dea (Year 11)
Elliot Barton (Year 11)
Brendan Craig (Year 11)
Alex Jerrard (Year 11)
Elliott Dixon (Year 11)
Kris Golemo (Year 11)
Levi Harley (Year 11)
Nathan Catalano (Year 11)
Christian Zappia (Year 10)
Tyler Bennell (Year 10)
Lachlan James (Year 10)
Daniel Taylor (Year 9)
Lachlan Nicolson (Year 11)
Mackenzie Shepherd (Year 11)
Jordan Falco (Year 9)
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We all know about the advantages of physical activity, but most of us have
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instead of the elevator, take a walk with your friends, walk your dog a bit
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