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7 November 2013 | Term 4 - Week 5
from the principal
Dear Parents,
this issue
November is the last month of Ordinary Time. It begins with a double feast in remembrance
of those who have died. The feast of All Saints is celebrated on November 1. On that day
we celebrate all the known and unknown saints and martyrs of the Christian faith. Many
members of our own families have died and are now with God. We prayed for them on
November 2, All Souls Day. On both of these days we use Prayer to remind us of all who
have lived as faithful Christians. Our Christian faith tells us that one day, we will all be
reunited with God in heaven, because we share in the resurrection of Jesus. All through the
month, we offer prayers to remember the dead and to thank God for their lives.
 principal
These feasts remind us of our own life journey and that as baptised Catholics we are
responsible for living our lives the way Jesus asked us to. Jesus gave us the greatest
commandment: Love One Another. As we pray for those who have died we also pray for
 welcome new college staff
ourselves and that at our own judgement we will be able to give witness to a life of service
 maintenance worker wanted
and love.
 bursar
Prayer for November
 careers corner
 college noticeboard
Merciful Father,
 college links
hear our prayer
 social justice and
and console us.
youth ministry news
As we renew
 study skills news
our faith in Your Son,
 english matters
whom you raised from the dead,
strengthen our hope
 In the media
that all our departed brothers and sisters
 english matters cont.
will share in His resurrection,
 year 10 and 11 activities
who live and reigns
 music corner
with
You and the Holy Spirit,
 from the parents
one
God, for ever and ever.
 sport report
Amen
 japanese news
 assistant principal
 food technology news
 community notices
 important information
contact details
St Paul’s Catholic College,
Darley Road, Manly NSW 2095
t 9977 5111
f 9977 0959
e [email protected]
w stpaulsmanly.nsw.edu.au
Freshwater Community Bank is the proud Community Sponsor for St Paul’s Catholic College, Manly
Mr Mark Baker
Principal
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from the assistant principal
Dear Parents,
Our HSC students have finished their examinations and we certainly hope that they have put in the effort needed to ensure
that they achieve the marks they deserve. We as a College are preparing for Year 9 and 10 exams beginning this Friday 8
November and our Year 7 and 8 students will begin on the Monday 18 November. All students have been issued with an
examination timetable and study guides, this will assist in the planning and preparation for this time of the year.
Last Friday, 1st November, our 2014 College Prefects spent the day in a Leadership Forum coordinated by Miss Michaela
Launerts and Ms Julie Hearn. The day started with a breakfast followed by Mass with St Mary’s Catholic Primary School and
then a day of discussion and discernment. Many thanks to these young men for their engagement with the day; their
articulation of thoughts and ideas showed a level of maturity beyond a standard high school student.
Next week our senior students head off on Retreat for three days led by Ms Julie Hearn and the Year 11 team. Retreats are
a time of reflection and a change to have an honest conversation with oneself. As a Catholic school this time is valuable in
ensuring that our young men understand what it means to be a member of a catholic community and how their lives maybe
enriched by the motto of the College - PRIMA PRIMUM – First Things First – and it is a challenge to all to properly arrange
life's priorities.
Our seniors are indeed busy at the moment. They have all received a copy of their assessment handbook, which outlines
the rules and guidelines and dates for assessment tasks. These handbooks should be used for planning ahead so that
assessments are finished on time and are completed to the best of their ability.
Recently there has been discussion at the College in regards to Interstate and Overseas tours. As a College it has been
determined that we will endeavour to hold one Social Justice Tour and one Cultural and/or Sporting Tour each year. In 2014
we are holding a Social Justice tour to Cambodia and a Cultural tour to the USA. In 2015 we are investigating to the
possibility of a Social Justice tour of Indigenous Australia and a sporting and cultural tour to the United Kingdom and Franc e.
Details about the 2015 tours will be available toward the middle of next year.
Ms Karen Shawcross
Assistant Principal
welcome new college staff members
The College would like to officially welcome new staff members, Ms Lisa Costabile appointed Coordinator of Teaching and
Learning and Mr Brendan Quail as Year 7 Coordinator to commence at St Paul’s the beginning of Term 1, 2014.
Lisa has worked for 12 years at Holy Spirit College during which she has been the Coordinator of Teaching and Learning,
Literacy and Numeracy Coordinator and Year Coordinator. Lisa is qualified with BA Dip Ed, Master of Educational
Leadership and Certificate of Religious Education.
Brendan comes from Marist College Penshurst where he is the current TAS Coordinator. Brendan has taught a range of
subjects to HSC level and HSC marking. His qualifications include M Ed, B Ed & Dip Ed.
casual maintenance worker wanted
The College is looking for a casual maintenance worker to assist on days when our maintenance workers are absent. Ideally
it would suit a person who is retired or semi-retired. If interested please contact Judy Longrigg at the College for details
regarding employment classification. Phone: 9977 5111 or Email: [email protected]
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from the bursar
School Fees
All families should be in the process of finalising their school fee accounts. If you are unable to finalise your account by
Friday 15 November 2013, kindly make contact with the school office.
2014 Tuition Fees
Please click here to download the letter to parents advising of the 2014 Diocesan Tuition fees.
2014 Family Registration Form
The Catholic Schools Office requires every family each year to complete an updated Family Registration Form and return it
to the school office in preparation for billing for the upcoming year. Last week, all families were emailed this form.
Both parents, where applicable need to sign. If you did not receive the email, please click here to download the form or
you may collect one from the College reception. The form must be returned no later than 8th November so that the correct
fees for the 2014 school year can be determined for your family.
Mrs Vivienne Woods
Bursar
careers corner
Senior Students
Please read the article on the link below:
http://www.careerlifecollege.com.au/blog/job-real-experience/
A well written Resume may be the difference between achieving your goal or not. Any student who would like assistance in
preparing a Resume, feel free to come and see me.
Mr Travis Desborough
College Careers Adviser
Landscape Apprentice with a Future
Are you passionate about landscaping? Love building things? Interested in plants? Working outdoors in beautiful high end
properties? Landscaping is a career that cannot be moved offshore! We are looking for a fit and enthusiastic person to join
our team as a landscape apprentice. This is an amazing opportunity to learn the trade from an established and reputable
company within the industry. You will learn the landscape trade from the bottom up working alongside a team of highly
skilled tradesmen. We offer job security, excellent conditions, above award wages and we will take care of you.
If you are the apprentice we are looking for and:
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You are super fit and healthy
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You have a “can do” attitude
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You love a challenge
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You have good communication skills
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You want to study Certificate III in Horticulture
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You have a current manual drivers licence with no restrictions.
We are looking for someone that values a long-term career with a well-organised, established business with an exciting
future!
Check out or website to see some of the amazing work we have completed. www.pettetlandscapes.com.au
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college noticeboard
Year 12, 2014 Textbook Information
The textbook requirements for 2013/2014 are available at www.campion.com.au Please place the order online if you have not
already done so, using ‘BAAR’ as your code.
We recommend you buy or sell your second hand books online via http://www.sustainableschoolshop.com.au
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to telephone the Information Resource Centre.
Mrs Nicola Pervan / Mrs Vicki Broome
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Next P&F Meeting
The next P&F AGM will be on Monday 18 November at 7.30pm. All welcome.
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St Paul’s Uniform
In 2014 there will be some slight variations to our uniform policy;
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Year 7 to Year 10 students will be required to wear long navy trousers during Term 2 and Term 3 as part of the winter
uniform.
Students will have a choice of socks to wear with the college uniform throughout the year. School crew socks will be
introduced, however, students may continue to wear their normal long grey socks. Both are accepted as part of the
college uniform.
The original red and black spray jacket is not to be worn.. The black College jacket introduced in 2013 replaces the
spray jacket.
If any of the above needs clarifying please contact Mr Mark Baker, Principal.
The new College uniform, order form and special Pickles opening times for St Paul’s College from now until Christmas can be
found here.
Obsolete College Jacket
As the St Paul’s red & black College spray jacket becomes obsolete at the end of 2013, we are suggesting that parents
donate their son’s old spray jacket to the College where we will be giving them to charity (hopefully overseas). If you would
like to buy or sell any current College uniform items please look at http://www.sustainableschoolshop.com.au.
Uniform Shop Relocation
You can now purchase the St Paul’s College uniform from the Pickles Schoolwear outlet which is located at Unit 8, 42-46
Wattle Road, Brookvale. Opening Times: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm & Saturday 9:30am - 12pm.
Phone: (02) 9905 2711. Alternatively you can order anytime online at www.youruniformshop.com.au go to ‘find your school’
and chose ‘St Paul’s’ from the drop down menu on the left hand side and then click the ‘Shop’ button below.
college links
The following important information is available on the College website:
UPCOMING EVENTS:
www.stpaulsmanly.nsw.edu.au/upcomingevents.html
NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIPTION:
www.stpaulsmanly.nsw.edu.au/subscribe.html
CONTACT DETAILS UPDATE:
email: [email protected] or call 9977 5111
PARENT PORTAL:
www.stpaulsmanly.nsw.edu.au/secure-log-in
SPORT UPDATES & ROSTER:
via the Parent Portal (click on above link and have your username/password handy)
Please bookmark these pages for future reference.
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social justice & youth ministry news
St Vincent de Paul Bushfire Appeal
On behalf of the College we would like to thank the many generous
students and staff who supported the Vinnies Bushfire Appeal over the
last few weeks. The school raised $2000 to help families in need and Mr
Brian Gregan accepted the cheque on behalf of the St Vincent de Paul
Society. Although the weather conditions have eased, for many who
have lost everything, the process to rebuild their lives can take years.
We Remember Liturgy
The month of November is traditionally associated in the Catholic
Church with remembrance of the dead. Throughout this week’s classes
we remembered lost loved ones and friends in a ‘We Remember Liturgy’
held in the Edmund Rice Cottage. Our students remembered cherished
family and friends, offering up prayers and reflections for each one.
Australian Catholic Youth Festival Pilgrims
Over the next few weeks selected students from Year 9 and 10 will be participating in prayer and formation in the lead up to
the inaugural Australian Catholic Youth Festival in Melbourne. Please keep the following students in your prayers: Tom
Barcham, Ben Ford, Aidan Biasi, Curtis Wright, Julian Jansz, Ivica Covic, Tom Walmsley, Lucas Charley and Liam Hilton-Butt
as they represent our College and journey along with 180 students from across the Broken Bay Diocese.
If you would like to
attend the praise
and worship night
please see Jo,
Youth Ministry
Coordinator.
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social justice & youth ministry news
Fundraising for the Social Justice Immersion Tour 2014
Last week students raised $600 for the Social Justice Tour to Cambodia. This can buy almost half a house! Thank you to
Ben Ford and Aidan Biasi for running the canteen on the evening. You can change the way a family lives by joining the
Social justice tour of 2014. Deposits are currently being received for the Social Justice Immersion Tour of Cambodia 2014.
The tour will be our fourth tour to Cambodia for Year 11 and 12 students. The all-inclusive cost of the tour will be
approximately $2600 and each student is required to raise $1500 for the house they will build. Please note that a minimum
of 12 students are required to make the tour viable in 2014. It is not too late to join the tour. Could you please register your
interest to [email protected]
Catechesis classes at Harbord Public School
This week Year 11 boys Justin Press, Harrison Wright and Thomas Frisina assisted the
Catechist at Harbord Public School in furthering the their spiritual development. The students
were preparing for their upcoming play recounting the birth of Jesus Christ; they were supported
in rehearsal and the planning of the stage backdrops as the lesson progressed. Our boys return
to Harbord Public School in two weeks to continue working with the children and their play.
Mrs Joanne Kalayzich
Youth Ministry Coordinator
study skills news
November Tip - How do you study for a test or exam?
A common form of assessment in secondary school is a test or examination. Unfortunately many students don’t really know
how to study properly for a test. They just read their notes over and over and hope that the content will stay in their head.
This is the slowest and most ineffective way of studying. Some students manage to get through on natural ability for a
while, but in the end it is necessary to learn how to study effectively so students can achieve their personal best in an as
efficient manner as possible.
So here is the short version of how you study for a test:
Make study notes
Learn the notes by testing yourself on them
Do lots of questions as practice
To read the full version of ‘How to study for a test in High School’ click here. In light of the upcoming exams and recent
study preparation sessions, we advise parents and students to visit this website using our College subscription details
below to discover more in-depth study tips.
www.studyskillshandbook.com.au
Username: stpaulsmanly
Password: 55success
Mrs Trish McGregor
Mathematics Coordinator
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english matters
Author Visit: Will Kostakis
Last term, all of Year 11 had the opportunity to listen to popular Australian author deliver a workshop on the creative writing
process. Having just had his second novel, The First Third, published to universally positive reviews, at only 23, Will was well
placed to speak to our boys about writing. Over the course of an hour, he spoke about where he gets his ideas and what to
do in the creative writing section of the English Higher School Certificate examination. This was great for our boys to hear as
not only did he reiterate a lot of the advice Year 11 students currently receive from their English teachers but he also help ed
the boys to consider how they could turn their own life experiences into suitable material for stories.
After a very entertaining and informative hour with Year 11, Will then spoke to one Year 8 English class 8Y and with this
smaller group of students spoke to them about how to write engaging short stories, and how much fun creative writing can
be.
I first heard Will speak at an English Teachers’ Conference a number of years ago. At that time, he had just been awarded
the Sydney Morning Herald’s Young Writer of the Year after writing a short story about a teenager’s romantic attempts to woo
using social media. After entering the story on the advice of his English teacher, he won the state-wide competition and
shortly thereafter published his first novel. When asked how he was able to write such a clever and engaging story, his
response was lots of practice!
Mr
Anthony Catanzariti
English Coordinator
in the media
A few weeks ago, a group of our Year 10 and Year 11 boys swapped the classroom for a confronting tour of Royal North
Shore Hospital to see first hand the shocking reality of what happens if they drink, take drugs or text while driving.
The P.A.R.T.Y (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth) program aims to cut the number of young lives needlessly
lost to reckless and risky behaviour. In the past five years, 1638 young people aged between 15 and 25 were killed on NSW
roads without ever making it to hospital.
Our students were the first in the State to take part in the one-day course and witnessed the stark and painful reality of the
emergency, intensive care, burns, spinal, neurosurgical and rehabilitation wards. They also met with accident survivors who
were left paralysed and wheelchair bound after making the wrong decision by hoping in a car.
All of the students agreed the program was confronting and a must for every student of driving age. “Nothing was sugar
coated that’s for sure” said College Captain, Connor Barham.
RNSH Head of Trauma Dr Tony Joseph said it was hoped every senior NSW student will have the opportunity to take part in
this program.
If you missed this story on The Project on Tuesday night at 6:30pm on Channel Ten, you can view it by clicking on the link.
http://tenplay.com.au/channel-ten/the-project/extra/season-5/trauma-lessons
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english matters
In response to the parents I have spoken to this year about engaging books for boys, I have spent a lot of time this year
reading and a lot of time talking to boys about what they are reading in order to compile this list. In the next St Paul’s
newsletter, I will be recommending books for students in Years 9 and 10.
Books for Boys in Years 7 and 8
1. The Ranger’s Apprentice books by John Flanagan. The first one in the series of 12 books is called The Ruins of Gorlan.
2. The Percy Jackson and the Olympians books by Rick Riordan. The first one in the series is called The Lightning Thief.
3. The Hatchet books by Gary Paulsen. The first one in the series is just called Hatchet.
4. The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness. This is the first in a trilogy.
5. Reboot by Amy Tintera.
6. The Vampire’s Assistant by Darren Shan. This is the first in the series.
7. The Phoenix Files by Chris Morphew.
8. Stormbreaker by Anthony Horowitz.
9. Gone by Michael Grant. There are others in the series.
10. The Ship Kings books by Andrew McGahan. The first one in the series is called The Coming of the Whirlpool.
If parents or students have any other suggestions for engaging books for boys in Years 7 and 8, please let me know and I will
add suggestions to future lists.
If you haven’t visited the blog I created to accompany these recommendations, the address is:
http://anthonycatanzariti.edublogs.org/
The majority of book reviews on this blog were written by students of St Paul’s.
Mr Anthony Catanzariti
English Coordinator
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year 10 and 11 activities
As part of our end of year activities St Paul’s is offering optional training and certifications for all Year 10 and Year 11
students.
The details are as follows:
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Life Lessons Training will be Thursday 21 November and cost $20
Click here to download form
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First Aid and CPR Training will be Monday 2 December and cost $120.
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RSA and Barista Training will be Tuesday 3 December and cost $200 for both (Barista = $125 and RSA = $75)
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White Card Construction Safety will be on Thursday 4 December and cost $120.
All courses are offered onsite and during normal school hours. All permission notes must be returned with payment by
Friday 15 November 2013. Construction students are required to attend White Card Training but the cost is included in the
course fees.
Mrs Jaimee Jackson
Year 10 Coordinator
music corner
Jackson James - GUITAR TUITION
Gain knowledge from a friendly professional with eight Years experience.
Learn different techniques & theory by studying the songs you love.
Get the results you want in your exams.
Beginners to Advanced.
Rock - Blues - Metal - Jazz - Folk
Contact: [email protected]
from the parents
Now that Joshua has finished all studies I would like to take the opportunity to say thank you to everybody at St Pauls.
As everybody knows it is a very hard decision where to send your son to high school.
I gave Josh the choice and he and I chose St Pauls.
Josh has enjoyed and grown into a very likable engaging man. This does not come with the parents alone as the time spent
at school over the 6 years is huge.
I would like to thank all the teachers and office staff who had my numerous calls on a monthly basis.
In the earlier years Josh has grown and learnt how to behave and respect everybody thanks to the schools teachings.
The last 2 years of study has been intense but thankfully help is always there for him in his studies.
Thanks to all the teachers for preparing him for the HSC as he believes that he was well prepared for the exams.
We will be highly recommending the school to anybody with boys for future education.
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sport report
Volleyball
Our St Paul’s Catholic College volley ball team took part in the BBSSSA volleyball competition down at manly beach last
Tuesday. This was our second year competing in this competition and our students did themselves proud.
We played five games and ended up winning three out of the five, which placed us in third position. St Edwards College East
Gosford ended up winning the day.
A great day had by all and was very well organised by Fiona Stuart, Sports Coordinator.
Mr Antony Charles
Coach
Year 8 Rugby Union
At the end of term 3, St Paul’s Under 14’s rugby union team contested the final of the Peninsula Cup Rugby Union
competition at Pittwater Rugby Park. Having finished the regular season undefeated, St Pauls entered the final full of
confidence. However, to their credit, Barrenjoey High School out enthused St Paul’s and managed to secure a 35-19 victory.
Lead by captain James Roach, during the season St Pauls were the form team of the competition. Game 2 against eventual
premiers Barrenjoey was our closest game of the season, winning 20-12. During the season St Pauls accounted for Masada,
Oxford Falls Grammar, Mater Maria and NBCS, only to meet Mater in the semi final at Warriewood. For the first 15 minutes,
Mater Maria threw all they had at the St Paul’s team, only to finish the first half 15-0 behind. The second half was not as
close, with St Paul’s racing away to a 42-0 lead. Mater Maria fought hard late in the second half to bring the score closer than
it may have been.
After the Year 7 team won their final in the preceding game, the under 14’s were full of confidence starting the final.
Unfortunately, so were Barrenjoey, who skipped away to a 19-0 lead in quick time. Down 19-10 at half time saw St Paul’s still
in the game, with the next points scorer likely to win. After defending our line for 10 minutes, Barrenjoey managed to score
the first try of the second half, creating an insurmountable lead.
Congratulations to all players on the way they represented the College this season. In the forwards, Oli Brown, Max Nyssen
and James Roach were excellent all season. Well done also to Tyson Holmes at fullback who was the leading point scorer for
the under 14’s this season.
Mr Steve Tulevski
Coach
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sports report
BBSSSA Tennis Competition
On Tuesday October 22nd St Paul’s Tennis team participated in the BBSSSA Tennis Competition at the Australian Tennis
Academy. The Under 13’s team was captained by Oliver Davies, with Josh Wheen and Lachlan Brinkman supporting. The
boys had an impressive debut in the tournament, beating St Leo’s in the semi-finals to qualify for the Grand Final. After
winning the first set, the boys were unable to keep their lead, and lost the following two sets to St Edwards and finished the
tournament in 2nd place. Great effort boys! The Under 15’s team was captained by Brendan Vestergaard and supported by
Jesse Ball and Jesse Welsh with Archie Smith in reserve. The boys played some terrific sets, and ended their day in a 1-2
semi-final match against St Leo’s. The St Paul’s Opens Team was captained by Year 8 student Ben O’Connell, and supported by Ben Murace and Josh Cotton. Facing much older boys in the tournament did not intimate our young team, as they
breezed through the qualifying matches, winning each game. The Grand Final against St Edwards was a nail biter. Ben
O’Connell and Ben Murace won the first set, but again were unable to hold on to their lead. The boys lost the final two sets
and placed 2nd overall. Next year they will be looking to win it all!
Ms Kate Skillicorn
Coach
Noah Attanasio Coolongatta Gold
Year 12 student Noah Attanasio successfully completed the 2013 Coolongatta
Gold on 19 October 2013. On his 17th birthday, and competing in the under
19 age group, Noah completed the gruelling 33.36 km course, comprised of a
14.6km surf ski paddle, a 2.1km run, a 2.5km Swim, another 962m run, a
6.1km board paddle and finishing with a 7.1km run in a time of 3 hours 34 min
and
seconds, placing him 14th in his age group and 22nd overall. A huge
effort. Congratulations Noah.
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japanese news
Senpai Kohai Cup winners!
This week marked the 10th year of the Senpai Kohai Cup, our school’s Japanese Interview speech Contest. Year 9 students
are paired up with Year 11 students of Japanese who coach the boys for the contest. On the day, it was an extremely tight
result with the teachers having to turn to the video reply to make a final decision.
The winners overall were :
1st : Ivica Covic coached by Coleton Annett
2nd : Cooper Snel coached by Ben McVean
3rd : Dante Simonetta coached by Tom Newcombe.
A special commendation goes to Euan MCDonald, Theo Guichon and Ty Zochling though who also put in stand out
performances on the day. The high level of the boys on the day bodes well for our school as we head into the Manly Council
Tokimeki Speech Contest next year. Well done year 9!
Thanks to Mrs Kibby who made a guest appearance as a judge on the day. She will be returning from maternity leave at the
beginning of next year and I am sure the boys will welcome her back into their classes. Thanks also to Miss Lee who has
done a fantastic job running the practice sessions at recess and organising the event on the day.
Year 10 & 11 Talk with Mitch Garth
Year 10 and 11 enjoyed a visit from former school captain and dux, Mitch Garth who spoke to the boys about his experience
of learning Japanese and studying law and finance at university. Mitch was inspiring as he talked of meeting with heads of
corporations such as banks, Facebook and twitter due to his knowledge of Japanese and experience in Japanese culture.
His advice was for all boys to try to look towards the future and how they plan to stand out against thousands of other
applicants who all have the same degrees. It is great to see not only how successful Mitch has been in his studies and
career so far, but also how generous he still is with his time to help boys at his old school.
Japan Tour
The boys in Year 10 and 11 who plan on attending the Japanese Tour to Japan in January 2015, please ensure you have
handed in a copy of your passport and paid $300 to the office to secure your spot. If you have not received the tour
newsletter, please email Mrs Campbell for a copy at [email protected]
Mrs Liberty Campbell
Languages KLA Leader
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food technology news
Year 12 Food Technology
On Thursday 31st October, Year 12 Food Technology students took a trip out to Leppington Pastoral Company (LPC),
which is a dairy farm on the Northern Road Bringelly. This large dairy farm operates 24 / 7 and milks 2000 head of cattle
three times a day. LPC produces A2 milk to large Sydney milk manufacturers as well as boutique cheese makers.
The boys are currently studying the various sectors of the Australian Food Industry. This excursion covered the Agricultural
Sector of the Australian Food Industry and formed the basis of their first HSC Assessment Task. They thoroughly enjoyed
watching the automated milking process from the factory floor, watching baby calves only minutes old, trying to get to their
feet and patting the older calves in the nursery.
Mrs Catherine Winter
Languages KLA Leader
community notices
How to teach a learner driver - Free Manly Council workshop
Teaching someone to drive can be a happy experience. You can learn all the simple steps on how to teach a learner driver
at a FREE two hour workshop.
The next workshop in our area will be held:
Monday 25 November 6 - 8pm
Manly Library, Market Lane
Click here to download the brochure and book your spot.
By Michael Grose - No. 1 parenting educator
Parenting when you don’t see instant results
The results of your parenting often don’t come until adulthood but you’ve got to keep doing your best in the meantime.
Click here to download this informative brochure
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community notices
Are you Cyber Savvy?
A quarter of Australian children have reported that they have been bullied online, with many more inadvertently coming
across adults-only content on their home computer or mobile device.
Warringah and NSW Police are holding a FREE presentation.
Click here for details
3rd Annual Summer Sessions Shopping Party at South Curl Curl SLSC
To benefit research for Friedreich’s Ataxia
Fifteen year old, Jai Maurice currently studying at St Paul’s in Manly is one of the of the 30,000 Australian’s who have
Friedreich Ataxia, a genetic neurological degenerative condition that gradually affects a person’s coordination, mobility,
speech and heart function.
Generally the symptoms are gradual and progressive and usually start around about the age of 12. Jai’s mother, Kaija said,
“It was as if my son had two left feet. Just walking around the house was like an obstacle course for Jai, 13. When he was
younger we’d laughed it off as clumsiness”.
But now as he reached his teenage years, it seemed to be getting worse. Jai also had a heart condition,
hypotrophiccardiomyopathy, that he was diagnosed with at age seven. It meant he couldn’t be as active as other kids his
age in case he overexerted his heart.
Jai has since discovered there’s no cure for Friedreich’s ataxia or even a treatment and he’s dedicated himself to trying to
help other kids like him.
Proceeds from the third annual summer sessions shopping party will benefit the research to find a cure for this rare
disease.
Third Annual Summer Sessions Shopping Party
Sunday, November 17th 2013
11:00am till 4:00pm
South Curl Curl SLSC
Over 30 stalls
Gold coin donation to enter
FA (Friedreich’s Ataxia) is a degenerative, genetic, neurological disease that appears predominantly in children and
teenagers, usually first diagnosed between the ages of 5 and 15. FA causes difficulty walking, talking and performing
everyday functions, soon leaving sufferers wheelchair bound.
FA is a progressive condition and in time causes weakening of the limbs and in turn complete incapacitation. It does not
affect intellectual capacity. It’s associated with vision, hearing and speech failure, combined with severe heart disease,
scoliosis and diabetes.
For more information or to donate please visit www.fara.org.au
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important information
uniform shop
parking & personal property
Please note the Uniform Shop no longer operates at
St Paul’s. College uniforms are now available from Pickles
Schoolwear, located at 8/42-46 Wattle Road, Brookvale.
www.youruniformshop.com.au.
Parking: Only staff/permit holders may park on the College
grounds. Those who park onsite do so at their own risk.
Personal Property: The College cannot be held responsible
for any damage to personal property incurred on the College
grounds.
personal contact information
band information
Please ensure you notify the College immediately if your
Ensemble: Rehearsals are held on
personal contact information changes; it is important that we Percussion
Wednesdays
at
2:20pm in DM3 with Mr David Kemp.
have current addresses, phone numbers and email
addresses.
Big Band: Big Band rehearsals are held on Wednesdays at
Please email [email protected] or call 9977 5511
7:45am in DM3. Please see Mr James Bresnahan for more
information.
absent students
Please contact the College Office on 9977 5111 or via email Senior Jazz Ensemble: The Senior Jazz Group is held on
at [email protected] by 10am to advise that your Mondays at 3:30-4:30pm in DM3. Please see Mr David Kemp
son is not attending school. If phoning, a note must be given for more information.
to College Office or his PC Teacher on his return to school.
study club
bullying
A reminder that study club is held each Monday from
If your son is experiencing any issues regarding bullying 3:30-4:30pm in the IRC. All students are welcome.
please email your son’s Year coordinator or e-mail
maths club & peer tutoring
[email protected]
achievements
Maths Club
Maths staff provide assistance for all students 3:30-4:30pm
Does your son deserve recognition for a job well done outside each Tuesday in the IRC. All students welcome.
the College community? Let us know!
Please email: [email protected]
Maths Peer Tutoring - for Years 7 and 8
With Year 11 students. Thursdays and Fridays 8.00-8.30am
excursions
in the IRC. To book in, please email
Standard excursions will be automatically billed on your fees. [email protected]
Annual and one-off excursions will need individual approval.
canteen roster
Friday
8 November
Monday
11 November
Tuesday
12 November
Wednesday
13 November
Thursday
14 November
Di Greenwood
Heidi Henry
Maria
Nicky De Nysschen
Kylie Hearn
Cathy Martin
Maria
Kim Lutze
Alice van Bokhoven
Isabelle Balder
Jo Barham
Karen Hayes
Lyn Pryor
Cathy Gardner
Sharon Fitzpatrick
Jenny Grimmond
Friday
15 November
Monday
18 November
Tuesday
19 November
Wednesday
20 November
Thursday
21 November
Jenni Priest
Jenny Gilchrist
Liz O’Brien
Cassi Cak
Karen Blakeney
Petra Chappell
Huang Jenson
Tracey Crowe
Rebecca Main
Camilla Zervas
Gaby Palin
Vanessa Ball
Shell Mayo
Jill Guermandi
Jacinta Adair
Jacqui Potts
Volunteers - please ensure you arrive by 10:00am and you will be needed until 2:30pm. You MUST sign in at the College
Reception and be issued with a VISITOR badge each time you enter the site, then sign out at the end of your shift. Thank
you for your support again this year. We are so grateful !!
HELP !! The Canteen still need volunteers to help in the Canteen particularly on a Monday or Tuesday. Please call the Front
Office on 9977 5111 or Max on 0447 690 136. Thanks again for your help, Maxine
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