2015 - St Edmund`s College
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2015 - St Edmund`s College
News St Edmund's College Established 1892 A Catholic Boys’ School in the Edmund Rice Tradition Dear Members of St Edmund’s Community, lthough many of the weekend events for students at the College were cancelled, it was great to see that our community was unscathed by the recent weather event. At this time we do stand in solidarity with the communities in Central Queensland and Wide Bay who have suffered damage and loss due to cyclone Marcia. The Dandalions event scheduled for Sunday will go ahead at a later date and AIC sport resumes on Saturday against Padua College. A Years 9 and 10 Information Evening Twilight Tours AIC Swimming On Wednesday we conducted our regular Twilight Tours at the College. Once again our student tour guides were fantastic. Many guests commented on the genuine pride that the boys show for the College and the sense of welcome that they receive. Already enrolments for Year 7 in 2016 are near capacity. Interviews will also be conducted for Year 7 in 2017 in March of this year. I ask parents wishing to enrol their boys that you do so as soon as possible. Vocational Education Awards Our Friday assembly is dedicated to honouring success of those boys involved in our Vocational Education programme. At the College we pride ourselves on catering for a variety of learning styles and career paths. Following our Assembly last Friday, it is fitting that we also acknowledge excellence in the non-OP courses. Well done to all our boys who strive to do their best. 50 Years on the Hill Luncheon - Saturday 14 March 2015 Brothers Leagues Club - From 11.30am Full details Page 9 Volume 37, No 5 27th February 2015 http://sec.qld.edu.au/ On Wednesday 4 March we will have two sessions at the College for Years 9 and 10 parents. Sometimes parents do not see these evening as being as significant as Years 7 and 8 evenings and Senior evenings. My experience tells me that Years 9 and 10 can be difficult for our boys and that these years can determine success in the coming years. I ask that you make the time to attend this evening. On Friday we presented our Open Swimmers to the community and congratulated our Swim Captains for 2015. Students from Years 8, 10 and 12 will attend the AIC Swimming Carnival on Thursday 5 March. I congratulate all swimmers and coaches on their hard work and commitment here. I also congratulate our Seniors on the positive and enthusiastic cheering that has been witnessed at the College. School spirit and pride is difficult to measure, however we pride ourselves on strong, positive support. Best wishes, boys. I also congratulate our Senior Debating squad presented on Assembly. Best wishes to all our Debaters. C ongratulations to Mrs Eva Schmidt who recently turned 106. Eva is the great-grandmother of Thomas Haag (Year 11). Thomas has written a tribute letter in this newsletter. A Final Thought “The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege.” (Charles Kurait) Chris Leadbetter, Principal 106th BIRTHDAY Celebration ge St Edmund’s Colle iation oc ss A s’ Parents & Friend DANCES E va Schmidt is recorded by the Ipswich City Council as being Ipswich’s oldest resident at the age of 106. She was born at Mount Mort (near Grandchester) on 25th February 1909. Things were very different back then. There was no running water, only tanks; no electricity, no phones, and no cars. To go from place to place, you had to use a horse and sulky; going to a friend’s place could take a day or two. Wood fire stoves were the latest cooking trend. Kerosene lamps and candles provided the lighting for your homework. Clothes washing was done in a big copper pot. Eva had electricity connected to her house only when she was 37, in 1946. It was also around this time that the first cars were being made and phone lines were implemented. Eva married Albert Schmidt in 1932. When they moved to Ipswich in 1970, Eva bought their first TV. Albert and Eva were nearing their 70th Wedding Anniversary when Albert passed away. Her main hobbies included gardening, crochet and dressmaking. Eva lived in her own home until she was over 100 years old, after which she moved to her current residence at Brassall Village. Eva Schmidt has three children, eleven grandchildren, nineteen greatgrandchildren and seventeen great-greatgrandchildren. Eva can also tell you who she sat next to in Grade One. Her faith has helped keep her strong. Up until recently, due to her eyesight, she would read the Bible each and every day. Thomas Haag, Great Grandson, (Year 11) For invited schools only Term 1: Term 2: Term 3: Term 4: Years 9 to 12 Years 7 to 10 Years 9 to 12 Years 7 to 10 27 March 2015 22 May 2015 7 August 2015 30 October 2015 Date Claimers! T his week’s prayer is both confronting and challenging, and although for many of us, our Catholic past has included at times an over emphasis on how bad we human beings can be. Generally, I like to have a more positive and affirming focus, however the truth of the sentiment expressed in this prayer is undeniable and it certainly reflects the spirit of Lent. Before you, Jesus, we admit how and where we have underestimated our influence, Letting our words or silences hurt, abusing trust, betraying confidences. We admit how and where we have made a show of our religion, Attracting more attention to us, and less to you. We admit to where in our lives a vague interest has become a dangerous passion, And we are not sure what to do or whether we are in control. Jesus, if we have looked or longed for and easier gospel, a lighter cross, A less demanding saviour, then turn our eyes and avert our longing From what we want to choose to the one who has chosen us. Forgive our unfaithfulness, and, for our better living, Give us not the remedy we desire tomorrow, but the grace you offer today. We ask this in your name. AMEN • I recognise in myself how often I can deny and avoid taking responsibility for my hurtful words and actions. • I also acknowledge how easy it is to become caught up and focused on something to the point that it becomes obsessive. • Certainly I’m aware that I often look for an easy gospel, one that does not demand much of me. If any of these thoughts resonate with you, please pray this prayer for yourself but also for me as I will pray it for you. This is one way a community can demonstrate its love and compassion, to pray for one another. Eva Schmidt & great-grandson, Thomas Haag, at Eva’s 106th Birthday celebration on 25th February 2015. http://sec.qld.edu.au Mr Shane Carr Page 2 Mission and Community Guardian Angel Prayer Angel of God, my Guardian dear, to whom God’s love commits me here, ever this day (or night) be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen. Source: Traditional Catholic Prayers. This was a very common Catholic prayer and would often be heard every morning in Catholic Primary schools across Australia Twilight Tours Special thanks to all those students, some seventy-three of you, who supported the College so well during the Twilight Tours. You were a fantastic advertisement for the school and your enthusiasm and passion of the College was infectious. Project Compassion As Lent unfolds this year the College, under the guidance of the Senior members of the Blue Berets and Brotherhood (these are two groups of students who generate a lot of enthusiasm around the school on issues of a social justice nature), the Lenten theme is to give. This could be at Footprints in the Park, volunteering for Twilight Tours, being a Brother to Another or nominating for the countless service opportunities at the College. This may begin with making a small weekly donation to Caritas. Caritas has had a very long association with Catholic education. Donation boxes are in each homeroom and students are encouraged to give a little to make a big difference. All money goes directly to those in need. Immersions Gradually parents have been getting information regarding the extensive College Immersion Programs to India, Cherbourg, Samoa and Timor. It is vitally important that this information is read and if parents have any questions regarding their specific immersion they should contact Mr Bernie Wong, Director of Service Learning, or myself, at the College. Please note all positions for immersions in 2015 were finalised last year. For new parents to the school… (generally speaking) overseas immersions cost approximately $1,800.00 for between 14 to 18 days and are steered towards students in Years 11 and 12. All participants travelling to a majority world country should have robust health and a strong desire to build and maintain the relationships we have established with our host communities. For the first time we have an adult group going to Samoa this year. These adults are made up of members from our community and have expressed insight into walking in solidarity with the great people of Samoa. This is most exciting. INDIA IMMERSION 2014 During the first week of Christmas holidays last year, three St Edmund’s students partnered students from St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe to travel across the Bengal region of India. Robert Andrews, Adam Francis and Oliver Reeves started their journey at Mother Teresa’s home in Kolkata. The group of eleven students, along with six staff members, worked alongside volunteers from across the globe to care for those living on the margins. Confronting for all, students were placed outside of their comfort zones, often replacing bandages on old wounds, completing laundry tasks, either washing or hanging up washing, serving meals and performing general cleaning duties of respective homes which were run by the Sisters and Brothers of Charity. Leaving one of the mega cities of the world, the group ventured into rural India enjoying the easier pace of life and cleaner environments of Lungai, Rajganpur and Jarsuguda. To end the trip, the group caught the overnight express train, taking eleven hours to reach the coastal town of Puri; taking opportunities to unwind, relax and reflect. Not only were they blown away about the sheer size of India and the difficulties which farmers and indigenous Indians have to endure to hold on to their precious properties, as large mining companies threaten to help themselves to resource rich land; students and staff alike were taken back by the kindness and hospitality of the locals who kindly offered the little they had, sharing sweet potato and specially made Indian sweets with the very appreciative travellers. Mr Tony Skippington (our College Business Manager) will consider flexible payment plans for the families of boys who wish to participate in an immersion, so please speak to him directly should you feel the need. From working with teachers, reading picture books and sharing stories about life in Australia; working with the differently abled, assisting nurses and local nuns and brothers; visiting and serving meals at the many leper colonies which are scattered around northern India, students faced many challengers and overcame fears along the way. With a new shared perspective on the way they view how the world works and how people in developing countries survive. The three young men have kindly offered to share a short snippet of their experience. Over the next few weeks Adam, Robert and Oliver, along with Ms Erin Collins will share a part of their story. Service and Solidarity Education at the College My reflection….The challenges faced I have invited Mr Bernard Wong, Director of Service Learning, to provide an insight over the coming weeks into the many great service works that students do at the College. This information may be of particular interest to new families in our community. Live Jesus in our hearts…FOREVER! Keith Halpin, Assistant Principal Mission & Community http://sec.qld.edu.au By Adam Francis What challenged me most in India was how their class system worked in the Hindu religion. For example, the rich were created out of the head of the god’s, right down to the lowest of the low in society who were made from the feet of the Page 3 gods. The Hindu people still believe this and most likely always will. I had a hard time with this as I believe it is fundamentally wrong and that we are all equal. I had many highlights on this trip. Interacting with the children at Daya-Dan which was a home for disabled was one as well as attempting to body surf at Puri beach, and working in the leper colonies were definitely my fondest memories. My life has been influenced by what I have learned during my three weeks over in India just from meeting new people and experiencing a different culture. Some interesting things I discovered were, nearly all teenagers in training to become a priest have Facebook and that there are only two types of pedestrians in India, the fast and the dead, also that haggling a tuk-tuk driver over two dollars, just to drive you a few kilometres is not as silly as it feels. It would take around 15 million dollars to cure leprosy in India but first the government would have to officially recognise that there is a problem in the first place. So to end off the next time you’re in the tuckshop line complaining the pork rib rolls have gone up in price just think about how many people are wanting to be in your position, wondering when there next meal will be. 6.30am Mass on the Day of Harvest in Jarsuguda. Feeding children known as “Untouchables” and Sister Magdalene Pe ter who continues to overcome obstacles in providing hope for families in Rajgunpur. Adam Francis on camel back, enjoying some leisure time in Puri. http://sec.qld.edu.au India Immersion December 2014 Page 4 TEACHING AND LEARNING VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING AWARDS This week we celebrated the Vocational Education and Training Awards on Assembly. Congratulations to all boys who received recognition at this Academic Assembly. JUNIOR Students will have exams in the coming weeks. Revision should be frequent and active. I have included below some suggestions for making notes. To our Years 7 and 8 students experiencing exams for the first time in Secondary School I wish you well for your revision. Homework Club is available each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the library from 3pm to 4pm. Below are some tips to help you prepare for the exam season as well as some common mistakes to avoid. These have been provided by the Enhanced Learning Educational Services study skills website. Some General Study Tips • • • • • Have a routine Have a timetable – how will you cover all of your subjects? Give yourself variety – study different subjects each day Test yourself on what you have studied – ask family, use revision sheets, use chapter review questions. Drink plenty of water, have enough sleep, have some exercise. Best wishes. Carmel James, Assistant Principal Teaching and Learning YEAR 11, 2014 - Enterprise Pathway GoldSilverBronze Aaron Ball Cameron Abbott Daniel Evans Matthew Gilroy Russel Banham Reed McIntosh Hayden Kliese Daniel Bushnell Jordan Salih Rhett Velasquez Corey Lenihan Luke O’Doherty Archie Taylor YEAR 11, 2014 - Integrated Pathway SilverBronze Jack GraysonMitchel Gimpel Gregory McCabe Matthew Mills Caleb Wendt LATIONSP) and CONGRteAgrTaU ted Pathway (I to our In (EP) Enterprise Pathway Award Winners Semester 2, 2014 bly s Assem Presented at today’ http://sec.qld.edu.au New Apprentices Talus Kerr Connor Lacey Corey Lenihan Zane Richards Hudson Tonkes Jordan Woodman Page 5 Carpenter Plumber Plumber Mechanical Engineer Trainee Retail Services Electrician Pastoral News Restorative Practices With the Twilight Tours this week we have commenced our enrolment interviews for 2016. One of the most common questions parents ask relates to the College’s behaviour management strategies so I thought this would be the ideal opportunity to revisit our Restorative Practices. As an Edmund Rice College we are committed to creating an ‘Inclusive Community’ which is accepting and welcoming, fostering right relationships and committed to the common good. For some time the College has practiced the Restorative Justice system of behaviour management. Restorative Justice stresses the importance of relationships. It seeks at all times to restore the relationships between people when these have been damaged by inappropriate or offending behaviour. This has profound implications for our community. Our students are learning to be effective and reflective young men. The well-documented applications of Restorative Justice in schools to date are the processes which seek to repair undisputed harm - Restorative Conferencing and Victim/ Offender Mediation. These are being used not only in cases of offending behaviour but also with young people who are at risk of exclusion (or who have been excluded) as a way of addressing the relationship issues and residual tensions. Restorative Practices are being used in over 2000 schools and practitioners are discovering that other issues can be dealt with restoratively, and these may involve conflict where there is no ‘guilty party’ or when both sides are blaming the other. Mediation is often an appropriate response to such situations, where neutral facilitators enable those in conflict to listen to each other and find a mutually acceptable way forward. Restorative Justice is predicated on the notion that damage has been done to relationships by inappropriate behaviour and that prior to an incident there were relationships that have subsequently been damaged. This may not have been the case. In a school community relationships and community need to be actively developed and not taken for granted. This requires a set of Relational skills and can be nurtured with certain relational processes. Article from www.parentingideas.com.au TEENS, GROG AND PARENTS The long-term consequence of current binge-drinking, I predict, will be a higher degree of alcoholism in future adults than we currently see. This is based on the fact that the developing teen brain tends to hard-wire prominent behaviours they are engaged in, which is why teenagers and addiction go hand-in-hand. As Paul Stanley, father of Matt, who died a violent death at a party in Queensland recently and member of that state’s government youth taskforce says: “The research is telling us that this (i.e. supplying young people with grog prevents them getting drunk) is rubbish. We want to see a situation where parents are not dropping their 15 year-olds off at parties with crates of beer. It is happening and it is irresponsible and it is wrong.” A Federal Government report released this year showed 37 per cent of young people aged from 12 to 17 got their most recent drink from their parents. The supply of alcohol to young people is an easy option and one that needs to be moderated. Another recent Australian study shows that parents believe it is safer to introduce their children to alcohol than to let them get it from other sources, usually their friends. This is a simplistic notion and somewhat flawed as an assumption. Parents may be better off teaching children about the negative consequences of alcohol and not provide alcohol for them at home until they are very close to the legal drinking age. They should definitely not provide alcohol to young people when they are under age to take to parties, ‘schoolies week’ or wherever they will consume it. If recent proposals become law then parents will be prosecuted if caught doing so in the state of Queensland in the future. That is not such a bad thing. We need to revolutionise our thinking in terms of young people and alcohol and the role that parents play in promoting responsible drinking. Indeed, maybe teenagers and responsible drinking is an oxymoron and we need to present ‘NO’ as an option, just as parents of past generations did. O n Friday the Year 9 cohort attended a drama production by Brainstorm productions. The performance is titled “The Hurting Game” and it is an action packed, humorous and engaging anti-bullying program. The Hurting Game Anti-Bullying Program covers • • • • • • Bullying Cyber Footprint Cyber Safety Harassment Rumours Body Image Peer Pressure Resilience Self-Esteem Binge Drinking Social Websites Positive Relationships Adam Firman, Assistant Principal - Students Professionals in fields of mental health, education and psychology are now questioning the notion of parents introducing alcohol to teenagers at home below the age of sixteen. This is at a time when increasingly parents are purchasing alcohol for young people to take to parties in the belief that they are going to drink anyway so if they buy it for them they are less likely to get smashed. http://sec.qld.edu.au • • • • • • Page 6 2015 Senior FORMAL • Thursday 14 May 2015 at Ipswich Civic Centre at 7.00pm • $110 per person • Payment must be received by Friday 1 May 2015. • Payments can be made through the locked box in the Student Office. Cash or cheques (made out to St Edmund’s College) should be put in an envelope with your name, the total amount and the fact that the payment is for formal tickets. OR Payments can be made through the front office via credit card or eftpos. • It is not essential to take a partner. • If you are taking a partner it is essential to pass on any dietary requirements they have such as allergies, vegetarian or gluten free meals. • Seating plans will be made available outside the old Deans’ room from Week 8 (Term 1) for you to write down the names of the people (including partners) sitting at your table. Tables are comprised of 16 people. It is essential that you correctly spell your partner’s name on the table plan as this is used for the table place cards. • The Pre-formal is held from 6.00 to 7.00pm outside the Edmund Rice building and photographers will be set up in the Schofield Centre to take family photos. The photographers will then be at the Civic Centre for the evening so that you and your partner and friendship groups can have photos taken. • Finger food and punch are served at the Preformal. • Expensive transport is discouraged as the travel between school and venue is so short. • Please contact Vanessa Bell on 3810 4491 or [email protected] with any further questions. http://sec.qld.edu.au SCHOOL CROSSING SUPERVISOR Casual Position A casual position exists for a School Crossing Supervisor at St Mary’s School. The hours of work for the School Crossing Supervisor may be up to an hour in the morning and half an hour in the afternoon. School Crossing Supervisors may be required to work five days per week in all weather conditions. Commencement of work for the successful applicant is dependent on: • The favourable outcome of a health assessment carried out by a duly qualified Medical Practitioner according to the guidelines in the “Notes for Medical Practitioner” on the School Crossing Supervisor Scheme - Health Assessment Form; • The applicant either holding a current Blue Card or having submitted an application for a Blue Card to the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian. An applicant will not be employed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads unless they meet this criterion. Department of Transport and Main Roads will organise and pay for both. Application packs are available from St Mary’s Primary School. Completed applications should be returned to the school. Address applications to: Private and Confidential The Principal St Mary’s Primary School Mary Street Woodend Qld 4305 Page 7 Library News Word up: Three day creative writing workshop Do you want to extend your creative writing skills? If so, join 30 like-minded young people over three jam-packed days in a fun, collaborative and relaxed workshop series led by a team of professional writers. You will receive: • Hands-on experience and resources to develop your skills, confidence and abilities across various transmedia writing platforms • Tips on how to make it as a writer • A body of work created during the workshop To be part of this workshop series all you have to do is ….. • Be aged 15 -17 as at 16 April 2015 • Be available for the full period of the workshop series from the 14-16 April 2015 • Be able to travel to and from the workshop each day at the State Library of Queensland • Be able to pay the program fee of $100 Completed application forms must be emailed to [email protected] before 5.00pm Monday 16 March 2015. Enquiries or requests for further information should be directed to the Literacy and Young Peoples Service, State Library of Queensland on 07 3842 9827 or [email protected] Application forms can be found at http://www.slq.qld.gov.au/whats-on/calevents/secondary_school_groups/ learning/word-up - Or see Mrs Callaghan in the library. Mrs Callaghan, Teacher-Librarian Sunday 29th March, 7.00pm (Doors Open 6.30pm) Aquinas College Edmund Rice Drive, Ashmore Tickets: Adults $18, Senior/Students $15, Children (6-14yrs) $5, Children (5 & under) Free. Pre-booked discounts for groups of 10 or more - $10 per person. Contact: (07) 3333 1993 or [email protected] The Iona Passion Play is brought to you by a volunteer cast and crew, dedicated to bringing the meaning of Easter alive to communities throughout Australia. http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 8 d r o W e h t Spread In 2015, St Edmund’s College is celebrating 50 Years on the Hill and to mark this momentous occasion we will be launching “The Story of the Christian Brothers College Ipswich 1892 – 2005” written by the late Maurie Keenan (with an added update to cover the period 2006 – 2015) st edmund’s COLLEGE L L I H HE ON T Please join us at a luncheon at Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey Street, Raceview, on Saturday 14th March from 11:30 am. The cost is $50.00 per head which includes 2 Course Meal / beer/ wine and soft drinks. Tickets can be purchased by phoning through credit card details to the phone number below. Numbers are limited to the luncheon so please RSVP by Wednesday 4th March Email – [email protected] Phone – Kath 0403 269 955 Postal – P.O. Box 2343 North Ipswich 4305 THANKS TO BROTHERS LEAGUES CLUB FOR SPONSORING THIS EVENT http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 9 t o h s p a n S ’ s e i d Ed 81) ingham (Senior 19 rm Bi hn Jo or th Au - Guest Speaker: - Academic Awards OP1 to OP5, Seniors of 2014 C 1990) - Presentation of SE Speaker: Andrew Conway (Senior uest - VET Awards - G Swim Carnival se ou H r- SEC Inte tice - Year 12 QCS Prac t Team ke ric C I X t - 2015 Firs yball Team lle Vo I V t - 2015 Firs ating Team - 2015 Senior Deb ing Team m - 2015 Senior Swim http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 10 2015 – TERM 1 Term 1 commenced. Tue 27 Jan Wed 1 April Term 1 concludes. Fri 3 to Mon 6 April - Easter 2015 2015 - TERM 2 Mon 20 April Tue 21 April Thu 25 June Fri 26 June 2015 Student Free Day. Term 2 commences. Term 2 concludes for students. Student Free. PLEASE NOTE - A Mobile Phone still remains unclaimed from the Year 7 Camp Mater Hospital - Mater Little Miracles Walk Mater Hospitals have more than 5000 staff across several hospitals in three suburbs of south-east Queensland, the proud traditions and values of the Sisters of Mercy live on in the life story of Mater. Mater Little Miracles 5kms Springfield is a family fun day and walk that brings together the community, friends and neighbours to walk together and raise money for Queensland’s smallest patients. Join your school community at Robelle Domain in the heart of the beautiful Springfield Central Parklands where you can enjoy the spectacular scenery, art installations and activities. It’s a fantastic and affordable day out for families with fantastic atmosphere, entertainment, food and games. 2015 - TERM 3 Mon 13 July Tue 14 July *Thu 17 Sep Fri 18 Sep 2015 - TERM 4 Mon 5 Oct Tue 6 Oct Mon 19 Oct Fri 20 Nov Fri 27 Nov Student Free Day. Term 3 commences. *Term 3 concludes. Student Free Day. * Please note amendment Labour Day – public holiday. Term 4 commences. Student Free Day - QCAA Moderation Year 12s conclude. Term 4 concludes – Years 7 to 11. UNIFORM SHOP Trading Hours Tuesday - 8:00am to 3:30pm, and Wednesday - 8:00 am to 5:30 pm [Closed 12:30pm to1:00pm]. Visit the SEC Website for all Uniform Shop information including an updated Price List - www.sec.qld.edu.au Email Orders: [email protected] Phone Orders: 3810 4489 St Edmund’s College Tuckshop Price List Please refer to the College website link: http://www.sec.qld.edu.au/wp-content/ uploads/2013/07/Tuckshop-Menu-2015.pdf The details are: What: Mater Little Miracles 5kms Walk When: Sunday 22 March from 9.00am Where: Robelle Domain, Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield How to register: www.materlittlemiracles.org.au Look forward to: Meeting Dora the Explorer, Miracle Max, jumping castle, face painting, petting zoo, live cheerleading performance and much, much more! 2015 TUCKSHOP ROSTER Term 1, Week 6 Mon 2 Mar: G Velasquez, J Muller, T Williams, A Farmer, A Johansson, L Donnelly. Tue 3rd: K Woodford, L Daniels, L Brandish, A Robertson. Wed 4th: J Roberts, S Steele, D McGuire, S Atuatika.Thu 5th: M Bill, H Rodgers, B Hormann, C Schultz, L McLean. Fri 6th: K Hockings, J Collins, L Firman, V Albury. ST EDMUND’S COLLEGE 16 Mary Street, Woodend, Ipswich Qld 4305 Link to St Mary’s College Newsletter: Postal address for ALL correspondence: PO Box 2343, North Ipswich, Qld, 4305 Phone: (07) 3810 4400 **PLEASE NOTE**NEW FAX NUMBER** for St Edmund’s College - 3810 4402 Saturday Sport - Wet Weather Line: 0419 739 720 24-hour Absentee Line: 3810 4401 St Edmund’s College has an official Facebook Page. Like Us to keep up with what’s happening. www.facebook.com/SECIpswich web: www.sec.qld.edu.au Email: [email protected] http://sec.qld.edu.au/ Page 11 http://www. stmarys.qld.edu. au/newsletter Lessons from Nature – For the Young Sportsman Much research supports the notion that participation in co-curricular activities helps young people develop interpersonal skills. In my opinion, resilience is one of the most important skills to learn. How do we equip young people to deal with the struggles of sport and help them ensure that the mountainous problem is only a speed bump in their lives? I am reminded of a story about a winemaker and the growing of grape vines. During the vine’s early life, the winemaker hoped that the rain would be sparse, not drought sparse, just less than ideal. Apparently, if rains are plentiful during the seedlings early life, they grow quickly and look healthy. Unfortunately, their root systems remain shallow because they have no need to develop deeper. These vines need an abundant supply of water throughout their life. However, if there is a decrease in rainfall, the shallow roots struggle and the vine withers. For those vines whose life cycles start off a little harder, with less than ideal rainfall, their roots grow deep. This stands them in good stead later in life and assures their survival during the harsher years. As parents and coaches, we all try to help our children and players as much as we can. We provide quality coaching and training, good facilities and equipment, honest feedback and spend time and money because we want to give them the best opportunities. We water our young seedlings with the best intentions but sometimes “the struggle” is invaluable. As parents, we sometimes hover over our children, clear the path, or “mow the grass” in front of them so they do not have to deal with challenges. We need to help our children enjoy the game, compete strongly, train hard, manage time and persevere when things aren’t going so well. The player with a more realistic view about his level of skills or why he is playing sport in the first place will be more likely to cope with life’s “struggles”. Indeed they are less likely to be disappointed when they do not reach the professional pinnacle. Perhaps there is a lesson for the young sportsman from the vineyard and the grape vine’s quest for resilience and growth. Mr Warren, Assistant Principal Activities http://sec.qld.edu.au C to the following members of the Senior Debating Team and the Open Swim Team who were presented at today’s Assembly. ongratulations Senior Debating Team Matthew Bohan Oliver Carr Hamish Owbridge Jacob Pennell (C) Oliver Reeves Open Swim Team Jonathan Bill Riley Knight Joshua Newton Harrison Peucker Rhys Rodgers Ryan Smith (C) Aiden Tuihalangingie (C) Justin Turner Joseph Vella Metropolitan West Regional Sport While our major sport commitment is to the AIC competition, eligible students are able to nominate for Ipswich Independent Zone selection, Metropolitan West Regional trials and hopefully QLD Secondary Schools competition in a wide range of sports. Students need to realise that Regional selection is quite competitive and only students with above average ability in a particular sport should apply. In addition, students are reminded that St Edmund’s College will only nominate students who are committed to St Edmund’s College sport. In some cases we do not nominate students for Regional trials because of a direct clash with AIC sport. Most Regional teams are at Under 15 and 19 levels, however this year, Year 7 students are also able to compete at 12 year trials in a number of sports. Nominations are usually taken approximately two weeks before the Regional trial. All students are reminded to collect the following forms from Mr Warren prior to the trial days. 1. 2. 3. Trial Information sheet Principal Approval form Parental Consent and Medical forms. Mr Warren, Assistant Principal Activities SCHOOL SPORT Vs CLUB SPORT With a number of sign-on days for various sporting clubs being held in the near future, it is timely to remind students that St Edmund’s College sporting commitments take priority over all outside sporting bodies. Students are expected to explain this situation to outside sports coaches. Page 12 Music NEWS It is very pleasing to see a large number of students involved in the Instrumental Music Program for 2015. This is very exciting and will create a number of new instrumental ensembles for students to participate. All times for tuition are now full. If you would like to put your name on the waiting list to learn an instrument please see Mr Kirkwood at K205. Last Friday saw a great performance by Morgan Leschke, Hayden Michel and Dylan Bennett. The boys performed an acoustic version of ‘Somebody to You’, a hit song by The Vamps. It was the first performance on assembly for all three boys. They did a great job, well done boys. An acoustic version of The Vamps hit song, Somebody to You, was their first assembly performance on 20th February for Morgan Leschke, Dylan Bennett and Hayden Michel. On Monday’s Activities Assembly, we were very lucky to be entertained by Asher Kunde, and William and Hamish Potter. The boys performed ‘Valerie’, made famous by Amy Winehouse. These three boys are very talented for their age. This was evident during their performance. Keep up the great work boys! The Performing Arts Night for Term 1 will be held on Wednesday, 11 March. It will be held in the Performing Arts Centre, starting at 7pm. Auditions for this evening will be held next Monday at both lunch breaks. Any student wanting to audition should put their name down on the audition sheet outside K205. Asher Kunde and William and Hamish Potter performing Amy Winehouse’s Valerie, Activities Assembly, 23 February 2015. Mr Tim Kirkwood, Director of Music WET WEATHER – SATURDAY SPORT All boys are reminded of their commitment to College sport, even in doubtful weather conditions. It can be raining here in Ipswich and perfectly fine in Brisbane or vice versa. In some instances, particularly with Cricket it may be necessary to travel to the venue only to find that the game has been shortened or cancelled. AIC cricket rules indicate that only half of the overs have to be completed to constitute a game. As a general rule of thumb, Cricket is ON until it is called off. All coaches have access to the AIC Wet Weather line for St Edmund’s students – 0419 739 720. http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 13 AIC SWIMMING 2015 Inter-House Swim Carnival 18 February - Bundamba Pool The annual AIC Swim Carnival will be held at Chandler on Thursday, 5th March starting at 9.45am. Year Level Champions All Year 8, 10 and 12 students (except some EP students) will be attending the Carnival to support our swimmers. Obviously, this is a normal school day and full attendance is expected. Year 7 1William Cruice(E) 40pts 2Jack Edwards(T) 36pts 3 Thomas Chandler (C) 30pts Spectator buses will leave the College at 8.35am approximately, after marking of rolls and checking of uniforms. Year 8 1Joshua Doyle(E) 48pts 2Oliver Schmidt(M) 30pts 3Blake Stephens(F) 24pts Year 9 1Dylan Smith(A) 46pts 2 Nicholas Weston (E) 38pts 3Max Ivanovic(T) 32pts Students are requested to bring their own lunch and drinking water. They are also asked not to bring large school bags. The Carnival will finish at 1.30 pm and all students will travel back to St Edmund’s before being dismissed. Unfortunately, there cannot be any drop-off points on the way home because of the bus schedules. The AIC has developed a Code of Conduct for all Carnivals and sporting events. As such, I remind all students about the high standard of behaviour that is expected. Code of Conduct Year 10 1 Nathaniel Smith (A) 46pts 2Lachlan Bilyj(C) 42pts 3 Nicholas Dowsett (F) 32pts Year 11 1 Joshua McIntyre (C) 42pts 1Max Roche(R) 42pts 3Harrison Rea(A) 35pts 4Ryan Floyd(M) 29pts 1 Good sportsmanship and fellowship must prevail at all sporting venues and situations at all times. Year 12 1 Aiden Tuihalangingie (M) 48pts 2Rhys Rodgers(E) 34pts 3 Andrew Richardson (A) 30pts 2 At Swimming, and Athletics carnivals in particular, but at all sports, no student may use musical instruments or noise-making devices in their cheering. The only exception is a nonelectric megaphone for leading students. CYMS – St Edmund’s Trophy - 100m 3 No student may enter other schools’ areas in grandstands or provoke students from other schools at any time. 4 At Swimming and Athletics Carnivals, staff members from the various Colleges will be designated OFFICIALS by some specific marking or mode of dress. Students from all schools will follow the directions given by any such Officials. 5 Keep our cheering positive and focused on OUR school’s achievement and NEVER against others. Booing or harassing other schools is never acceptable. Avoid arrogance in cheering at all times. 1 2 3 Aiden Tuihalangingie (M) Max Roche (R) Nathaniel Smith (A) Combined Aggregate House Points 1Elliott905 2Finn836 3Rice789 4Morgan779 5Ambrose738 6Callan677 7Ignatius648 8Treacy533 MR W WARREN ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 14 56.53 SEC Swimming... SEC Swimming training continues for all St Edmund’s students. Wednesday morning is a compulsory training session for all swimmers with a $1.00 breakfast afterwards. Swimming shirts are available from the Uniform Shop, cost $20. Yesterday we competed at West Moreton Anglican College for our swim meet. Some boys also competed at the Met West carnival on Wednesday. This Monday we have a swim session at Chandler in the afternoon, with the bus returning to school by 4.00pm. Thursday of next week (5 March) is also our big AIC carnival at Chandler. SEC Swim Training • Years 7 and 8 - Tuesdays and Thursdays 3.00 - 4.00pm; Wednesdays from 6.00am . • Years 9, 10s and 11s - Mondays 3.00pm, Friday and Wednesdays from 6.00am. • Year 12s any afternoon from 3.00pm or mornings from 6.00am • Members of the Senior Club Swim Squad continue in the pool and gym with Mr Critoph. Please check with him for details. If boys are unable to attend their specific session they can organise with Mr Critoph or myself to attend another session instead. Cheers. Under 15 NZ Rugby Tour 2015 Information Training GYM - Training continues, currently operating on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 6:30am or a makeup session on a Monday and Tuesday at First Break. Training involves some weights, core circuits, strength circuits, cardio circuits, plyometric exercise and general stretching. Mr Moran, our Strength and Conditioning Coach, has been taking a roll to monitor attendance. These training slots have been and still are open for all 15 Years Rugby players to attend, not just those boys going to NZ. Payments The College’s policy is that all money must be paid prior to departure. The final cost of the tour is $1,300. No student will be allowed to tour if they have not paid the full cost before departure. It can be paid at the College Reception in person via cash, cheque, money order, EFTPOS or credit card, or over the phone (3810 4400). Any questions regarding payment, contact Mr Tony Skippington at the College. Passports For those NZ Tour boys who already have a passport, these are currently being collected. Please bring in a photocopy of your details’ page or you can bring in your passport and photocopy to the Deans’ Room. For those boys who do not have a passport, this needs to be organised now; if you leave it to last minute, in late February or March, it will cost more to expedite it. Application forms are available from any Australia Post Office or online: https://www.passports. gov.au/Web/index.aspx http://sec.qld.edu.au Mr de Waard, SEC Swimming Coordinator Tour Kit Your tour kit will also need to have a pair of the College Rugby socks and an SEC Hoody or SEC Jacket. These are available from the College Uniform Shop. I suggest when purchasing the Hoody/Jacket it is also bought in a larger size, keeping in mind for future years’ use with room to grow. General Any questions or issues in relation to the NZ tour itinerary, please feel free to contact Mr de Waard on cdewaard@sec. qld.edu.au or 3810 4521. Should you have any questions or issues in relation to meeting the tour payments or the cost of the tour or school tuition fees, please feel free to contact our College Business Manager, Mr Tony Skippington, at the College on 3810 4400 or [email protected] Finally, please note that any student who partakes in the 2015 NZ Rugby Tour is expected to be committed to the SEC Rugby Program for the remainder of their years at the College and to show a commitment to SEC Sport in general. This is the College expectation! Should you have any questions in relation to the above, please feel free to make contact. Regards. Mr de Waard, NZ Rugby Tour Coordinator Page 15 CRICKET @ SEC The rain prevented our cricketers facing Iona College last weekend, although after a solid week of training with spirits still high from a successful Round 2, all teams enter this week’s fixtures with great confidence. Our dedicated group of coaches are committed to improving performances in all disciplines of the game. All teams are encouraged to continue to apply themselves at training and take the opportunity to attend the addition lunchtime sessions conducted by Mr Purcell and Mr Baxter. A reminder that the College sports cap or a wide brim plain white cricket hat are the only acceptable hats to be worn by SEC Cricketers. Boys representing ‘A’ or ‘B’ teams are required to wear the College Cricket / Tennis shirt. This is available for purchase at the Uniform Shop. All other teams can wear the College sports shirt. Training will continue next week as per the training schedule posted on the Cricket page of the Student Portal, the sports noticeboard and in this newsletter. Cricket bags are to be stored on the verandah adjacent to the Staff Room during the day. Coach’s information and team lists are available on the College portal. Good luck to all players for this week’s fixtures. Mr Nic Aldridge, SEC Cricket Coordinator AIC CRICKET - Round 3 vs Iona College 21 February 2015 - washed out Volleyball & Firsts Cricket Photos Saturday, 28 February 2015 Photos taken in front of the Edmund Rice Building Volleyball 11:30amFirsts 10:40amSeconds 08:40amThirds 09:40am11A 08:30am11B 10:30am10A 09:30am10B Cricket 08:45am AIC VOLLEYBALL - Round 3 Vs Iona College, 21st February 2015 - washed out Firsts Cricket Please make sure that you are on time and your full playing uniform is neat and tidy AIC CRICKET Round 4 Vs Padua College FIRSTS SECONDS THIRDS 10A 10B 9A 9B 8A 8B 8C vs 8C Gold 7A 7B 7C vs 7C Gold 7D vs 7C Brown 9:15am 1:00pm 1:00pm 8:15am 8:15am 8:15am 8:15am 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 8:15am 8:00am 11:15am http://sec.qld.edu.au Home Home Home Home Home Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Date: 28 February 2015 Mulkerin Oval, St Edmund’s College, Ipswich Field 1, Tivoli Sporting Complex, Church Street, Tivoli Field 2, Tivoli Sporting Complex, Church Street, Tivoli Field 1, Tivoli Sporting Complex, Church Street, Tivoli Field 2, Tivoli Sporting Complex, Church Street, Tivoli Field 1, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Field 2, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Field 1, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Field 3, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Assisi Oval, Padua College, Turner Road, Kedron Field 2, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Field 3, Padua Playing Fields, 222 Elliot Road, Banyo Melrose Park East, Roseleigh St, Wooloowin Melrose Park East, Roseleigh St, Wooloowin Page 16 Turf Turf Turf Turf Turf Turf Turf Turf Turf Syn. 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AIC VOLLEYBALL Round 4 Vs Padua College FIRSTS SECONDS THIRDS 11A 11B 10A 10B 9A 9B 9C 8A 8B 8C 7A 7B 7C 12 noon 11:00am 9:00am 10:00am 9:00am 11:00am 10:00am 12 noon 11:00am 11:00am 10:00am 9:00am 8:15am 10:00am 9:00am 8:15am Home Home Home Home Home Home Home Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Away Date: 28 February 2015 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Show Court St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 1 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 1 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 1 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 2 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 2 St Edmund’s College, Br Schofield Centre, Court 2 Court 1, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 1, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 2, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 1, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 1, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 1, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 2, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 2, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Court 2, Padua College, La Cordelle, 80 Turner Road, Kedron Bus Information Bus for 7C, 7B, 7A, 8C, 8B, 8A, 9C, 9B and 9A departs SEC at 7:00am and returns at 2:30pm approximately. Director of Sports Performance and Coaching Rugby Coaches Wanted! With the 2015 Rugby season fast approaching the College is seeking expressions of interest in coaching a College Rugby Union team in Term 2. Anyone above the age of 18 years is welcome and coaching courses will be provided to those who would like to learn more about the game. If you would like to coach a team, please email your expression of interest to me. I look forward to hearing from you. Rugby Season Fast Approaching! Rugby Pre-Season is now in its fourth week. If you haven’t shown up yet, time to start now! Opens and U16s have begun pre-season training on Monday and Wednesday afternoons with other age groups soon to follow. Please note that all those considering playing Rugby in 2015 should make use of the College’s Sports Performance Centre and/or speak with Mr Moran, our Strength and Conditioning Coach. Prepare today, succeed tomorrow! Mr Chris Purcell, Director of Sports Performance and Coaching Email: [email protected] http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 17 Sports Performance Centre - Gym Schedule TERM 1 - WEEK 6 - 2nd to 6th March 2015 MORNING Monday Tuesday Wednesday 6.00am to 7.15am Swim Squad (6.00am start) 15 Years Rugby Open Football 7.00 to 8.00am Open Rugby 14 Years Rugby Open Rugby and Open Football Squads Thursday Friday 14 Years Rugby Open Football Swim Squad (6.00am start) 15 Years Rugby Open Rugby & Open Football Squads AFTERNOON 3.00 to 4.00pm Open Rugby Field Session 4.00 to 5.00pm Open Rugby Field Session 3.00 to 4.30 pm All Students All Sports Please bring training gear, towel and water bottle CRICKET Training 2015 Day 7.00 - 8.00am (Team Training) First Break (Optional Training) 3.00 - 4.30pm (Skills Training) Monday - Senior (Years 10 to 12) Cricket Nets Third XI, 10A /10B Tuesday 8A / 8B, 9A / 9B Junior (Years 7 to 9) Cricket Nets 7A / 7B / 7C / 7D Third XI Senior (Years 10 to 12) Cricket Nets First XI , Second XI, 8C 10A / 10B Junior (Years 7 to 9) Cricket Nets 8A / 8B, 9A / 9B First XI / Second XI - - Wednesday Thursday Friday Volleyball Training 2015 MCourt Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 7 A,B,C 8 A,B,C 9 A,B,V Friday First Break 1&2 10 A,B,C Before School 7.00 - 8.15am 1 7 A,B 9A Before School 7.00 - 8.15am 2 8 A,B 9B After School 3.00 to 4.30pm 2 9 B,C 10 B,C 11B 8 B, C 7 B,C After School 3.00 to 4.30pm 2 9A 10A 11A 8A 7A After School 4.30 to 6.00pm 2 Seconds, Thirds 11 A,B Seconds After School 4.30 to 6.00pm 2 Evening 6.30 to 8.00pm 1 http://sec.qld.edu.au 10A 10B Firsts Firsts Page 18 COMBINED COLLEGES’ MUSICAL: St Mary’s College is hosting the 2015 Combined Colleges’ Music and we are very pleased to announce we will be producing “Legally Blonde—the Musical” in July. This fabulously fun international award-winning musical based on the adored movie, LEGALLY BLONDE follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal! The musical contains great parts for both male and female characters including dancers, so students from St Mary’s and St Edmund’s Colleges are invited to audition. Rehearsals will be on Mondays from 3pm to 5pm for leads, Fridays from 3pm to 5pm for all cast concentrating on songs and dance numbers and Sundays from 11am until 5pm for all cast commencing on Friday 27th March and continuing through all of term 2. The performances are in the first week of term 3, with a matinee on July 15 and evening performances on July 16, 17 and 18 in the McAuley Hall from 7pm. AUDITIONS: You will need to decide whether you are auditioning for a lead role, dance part or a chorus position. Please note the audition process: Main Audition: Friday March 13th 3pm to 5pm in McAuley Hall Call Backs (if necessary) Monday March 16th 3pm to 5pm in McAuley Hall Cast List Published Friday March 20th First Rehearsal Friday March 27th 3pm to 5pm in McAuley Hall If you are unavailable on March 13th, please email Mr Paxton to arrange an alternate audition time at: [email protected] I look forward to seeing as many SMC and SEC students at auditions as possible. Mr Simon Paxton College Cultural Leader http://sec.qld.edu.au Page 19 DELIVERED FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF A FORMER ONLINE UNDERCOVER POLICE DETECTIVE SIMPLE MEASURES TO CREATE A FUN, EDUCATIONAL AND POSITIVE ONLINE EXPERIENCE WITNESS THE REAL LIFE DANGERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES THIS IS AN EVENT NOT TO BE MISSED – IT WILL CHANGE YOUR THINKING Delivered by a professional speaker on the topic of digital compliance and internet safety. You will be presented with engaging and powerful information in a way that will bring to life possible online dangers and responsibilities which are a part of your child’s digital world. Strategies of protection and prevention will empower you to reduce online risks within your home. You will be amazed how simple this can be. DISCOVER HOW ESSENTIAL AND IMPORTANT YOUR ROLE IS SOCIAL NETWORKING THE LAW ONLINE IDENTITY PROTECTION CYBER BULLYING Where: St Edmund’s College, Ambrose Place WHERE: St Edmund’s College, Ambrose Place. 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