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NEWSLETTER28 AUGUST 2020 | VOLUME 44 NO. 27 TERM 3 - WEEK 6 - 2020
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The Feast of St Augustine - Doctor of the ChurchToday, Friday 28 August, the Catholic Church celebrates the life of Saint Augustine of Hippo, the North African educator who became one of history's greatest teachers of the faith after his dramatic conversion. Monica, his mother, raised Augustine in the Christian faith, but when he went to study law in Carthage, he turned away from his Christian beliefs and led a life of immorality and hedonism. St Augustine’s infamous life of impurity and practise of heresy reveal the magnitude of his conversion to Christianity, mainly through the intercession of his mother, St Monica. St Augustine finally began to pull away from his pagan ways and was eventually baptised in 387 by St Ambrose of Milan, a great friend of St Monica’s. Saint Augustine went on to become the Bishop of Hippo and one of the greatest Catholic Christian writers and a Doctor of the Church. His most well-known works are “Confessions” and “City of God". St Augustine is a perfect example of how God works miracles in our lives, often through the intercession of other people. Once Augustine cried out to God, “Too late have I loved you?” However it is never too late to commit ourselves to conversion and service to our Lord!
From the Principal | Mr Damien Carlton
Flu-like and Other COVID-19 Symptoms: St John Bosco College continues to operate with increased vigilance around hygiene. Any staff member or student exhibiting flu like symptoms or any other symptoms associated with COVID-19 must not attend school. If they exhibit symptoms while at school they are to be sent home. Once symptoms occur, any staff and students must undergo a COVID-19 test and not return to school until they are well and can provide proof of a negative test to their school. This document can be sent to [email protected]. Many thanks go to our parents at this time for doing what is necessary and ensuring that any students who are unwell remain at home.
Year 12 Trials: Year 12 students will complete their Trial exams early next week. I commend the students for the way they undertook study and preparation for these exams. They now have 4 weeks left of formal class work in preparation for the HSC in October / November. It is important that they still need to maintain their focus with their studies. Additionally, I will ask them to cherish the last days of their schooling here at the College. We wish them well in their last few steps on their school journey.
Principal Awards: Congratulations to Isaac Pietrzak and Nicholas Osiowy from Year 11 who have received a Principal Award which recognises student effort and achievement. Due to the current situation we are unable to hold a College Assembly, however it is still important that we publicly recognise sustained effort in all that we do at the College. Well done to you both!
Rest in Peace: It is with great sadness that we pray for the repose of the soul of Mrs Louise Vandergraaf, mother of Carl Year 11, Cody Year 9, Coen Year 7 and husband Mark, who passed away last weekend after a battle with cancer. We pray for Louise and her family in this very sad time. May she rest in the eternal peace of Christ.
Isaac Pietrzak Nicholas Osiowy
2020
Monday 31 August
HSC Trial Exams Finish
Thursday 10 September
Year 7 Vaccinations
Wednesday 16
September -
Friday 25 September
Year 11 Exams
Friday 25 September
Term 3 concludes
12.15pm dismissal
Monday 12 October
Term 4 Students Return
Summer Uniform
Assistant Principal | Mr Peter Halpin
Bullying
Bullying exists at all levels of society. Schools, as microcosms of
broader society, do have incidents of bullying, which is why having policies
and practices to minimise and manage incidents of bullying is essential
for schools. At Bosco our Pastoral Programs, which teach students about
tolerance and respect for each other, definitely help to reduce the incidence
of bullying. Identifying actual incidents of bullying, and taking appropriate
steps in response to these incidents is something that the College takes
very seriously. It is important, however, to ensure that what is labelled
bullying is accurately labelled.
According to a recent survey conducted by The Queensland University of
Technology, some parents have a flawed understanding of what bullying is.
While there is no universal definition of bullying, it is widely agreed amongst
researchers that there are three essential elements: that the behaviour
is ongoing, that it is intended to be harmful, and that there is a power imbalance. Taking these elements into account, incidents such as single acts
of aggression or nastiness, students being involved in a situation of mutual
conflict or disagreement, or students just not liking each other are not
classified as bullying, even though they may be unpleasant experiences for
some children.
The QUT research suggests that parents who misinterpret an incident as
bullying may respond in an inappropriate way, causing greater harm than
good. It also states that the best way to handle bullying is for the school,
parents and students to work collaboratively. With this in mind, if your child
reports that they are being treated in a manner that is bullying in nature, you
should encourage them to have a conversation with their Year Coordinator.
Alternatively, contact their Year Coordinator yourself and ask them to have
a conversation with your child. An investigative conversation with your child
will enable their Year Coordinator to gain a proper understanding of the
situation, and to implement appropriate strategies to assist your child. If the
conversation reveals that the incident is not bullying, the Year Coordinator
will still be able to work with your child to ensure a positive outcome.
The College regularly reviews its practices regarding bullying, with student
surveys being an important part of the review process. Our aim is to
continue to build and maintain a safe and supportive environment for all
members of the College community.
Year 7 Vaccinations
The second day of Year 7 Vaccinations is being conducted on Thursday 10 September, when students will receive their second dose of the HPV
vaccine. Year 7 students who were absent for the first vaccination day, and
who have returned their vaccination form, will receive their first dose of the
vaccine on this date. Additionally, there will be the opportunity for any Year
10 student who missed their Meningococcal vaccination to receive it on this
day.
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YEAR 12 Standard 1 Maths, Construction, Photography
YEAR 11 Music, Design & Technology, Timber
YEAR 10 PDHPE, Music
YEAR 9 Music, Timber, PASS, Textiles
YEAR 8 Mathematics
YEAR 7 RE
Curriculum Coordinator | Mrs Belinda Westwood
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ASSESSMENT DATES FOR TERM 3 WEEK 7 – 31 AUGUST - 4 SEPTEMBER
The following assessments are due in the upcoming week:
YEAR 11 YEARLY EXAMS
WEDNESDAY 16 SEPTEMBER –
FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER
UPCOMING EVENTS
TAKE TIME TO MAKE YOUR SOUL HAPPY
WELLBEING @ BOSCO
FINANCIAL HARDSHIP DUE TO COVID-19?If any parents / carers are suffering financial hardship due to impacts on their jobs - the loss of employment or a reduction in income / hours - and you need assistance with school fees, please go to the COVID-19 Fee Assistance Application, found here.
Please fill in this form, attach supporting documentation and email it to [email protected] or hand it in at the College. If you have any questions please call the School Fees Support Unit on 02 9568 8198.
College Counsellor | Ms Charmaine Guthrie
Stay connected
As COVID-19 restrictions of varying levels remain in place across Australia, and that will likely be the case for the foreseeable future, R U OK? is calling on Australians to check in on their friends, family, colleagues and neighbours because it’s important that we stay connected, especially in challenging times.
On Monday 31 August St John Bosco College pastoral classes will be watching How to be a good mate and chatting about what we can do to stay connected to our friends, family and school community.
Please continue this conversation at home ...
Newman Facilitator | Mrs Stephanie McVey
Traditionally, the Newman Symposium showcases the learning and differentiation that have occurred within the Newman classroom. Unfortunately, due to health concerns related to COVID-19, the Newman Symposium will not be held this year. This is because it would be impossible to maintain effective social distancing with the number of guests involved and the close proximity when viewing the students’ work.
However, the College still wishes to share with you the excellent work and different learning opportunities that have occurred in the Newman classroom. Parents/guardians of Newman students will receive an email towards the end of this term, when the Symposium was to be held, that will contain information and links to students’ work. In addition to this, Newman teachers will continue to place examples of students’ work in the College Newsletter. We hope that you enjoy this showcasing of achievements, and that you and your family remain safe and healthy during this challenging period.
CANCELLATION OF 2020 NEWMAN SYMPOSIUM
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Indigenous Coordinator | Mrs Natasha Dalton
CaSPA DREAMING STORYTELLING PROJECT
Sydney Catholic Schools' CaSPA program provides opportunities for students to learn, collaborate and grow through the performing arts. One program that they have been running for several years is the Murrawadeen Goodjarga Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Performance Ensemble. Two of our students at the college, Bailey and Kyanne Robinson-Armstrong have been performing with this ensemble group for several years, highlighting at events and school tours the rich Indigenous Culture of our country.
This year, however, many limitations have been placed on the Goodjarga Ensemble group due to COVID 19, so new innovative ways of embracing and sharing culture to the community have been developed, and here at the college we have supported this venture.
Bailey and Kyanne were filmed last Friday retelling a local Dreaming story that is based around the Illawarra East Coast near Port Kembla, New South Wales. 'The Story of the Five Islands' by the Children of the Coomaditchie community, represent the beliefs and teachings of the custodians of the land around the Coomaditchie lagoon, and reflect the continual Aboriginal presence in the area since prehistoric times.
Year 9 multimedia students, Harrison Errington and Lyla Smart volunteered their time and expertise to capture this Dreaming story, told by Bailey and Kyanne. This footage will be used by CaSPA as an educational and learning tool to be shared with Indigenous and Non Indigenous people.
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HSIE | Ms Michelle Halpin
Every year in November the College commemorates those men and women who have served their country in a time of war. This year, we would like to create a commemorative photo presentation of relatives of the College community who have served their country in a time of war, allowing students to feel a personal connection to this significant day. These relatives can be from any country and have served in any war.
If you would like a photo of a family member included who served their country, would you please email a JPEG photo to [email protected] with a name of the person photographed (preferably in uniform) and any other relevant information, if able (war served in, battalion, rank, etc.).
DO YOU HAVE A FAMILY MEMBER WHO HAS SERVED IN ANY WAR? WE WOULD LIKE TO PAY TRIBUTE TO THEIR SERVICE.
Science Department | Ms Margaret Burnes
As an end to our Geology topic in which we examined our resource use, the Year 7s reflected on their own ecological footprint. By redesigning a more positive footprint they came up with ways to improve everyday behaviours that would reduce their impact on the environment. Considerations included using less plastic, helping wildlife, reducing their length of time in the shower, walking to school and donating goods to charity. I think the future of our planet is safe in their hands.
ECO FOOTPRINTS
This term, the Year 11 Industrial Technology - Timber Class have been designing watch cases. Initially, different hardwoods and softwoods were laminated together. When the glue had set, the block was cut into a lid and base. As a class, the pocket and profile cuts were drawn on V-Carve. Each case was CNC routed to remove the centre timber. The students then sanded and trimmed all faces of the case.
There were some great projects and potential Father’s Day gifts to take home.
TAS Coordinator | Mr Steven Katalinic
YEAR 11 INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY - TIMBER CLASS
Coordinator Awards
Year 7 - Mrs Maria Millward & Mrs Jennifer Abbott
Leila Barilla x2
Tamsyn Jackson
Tayla Leishman x2
Eve Mercieca
Jada Picker
Ava Styles-Fleming
Samuel Byrant
Edana Budrodeen
Misha Chen
Xanthe Crain
Jack DunLany
Moses Ekutu
Ava Giorgianni
Danny Kearney
Ellie McGuire
Pink Tangkhaothong
Mahni Watt
Sarah Luton
Tammi Watt
Sophie Colquhoun
Jessica Osmand x2
Thomas Blair
Daman Cassar
Emilia Danne
Zak Rider
Benjamin Smart
Leonard Stewart
Ellen Titmuss
Jack McVean
Maddison McWiggan
Zoe Papadakis
Millie Stevens
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HOW SHARED READING CAN HELP US CONNECT
Literacy and Numeracy | Mrs Peta Batty
Literature is a human tool created over the last, shall we say, 3,000, maybe 4,000, years to help humans survive and live well. Jane Davis (founder and director, The Reader)
The importance of reading cannot be overemphasised, particularly in times of stress and uncertainty. The Ancient Greeks recognised the power of reading and saw libraries as places for 'healing of the soul'. Great literature offers stories which reflect different models of human thinking, feeling, and being.
People involved in book clubs often report enhanced feelings of connectedness, which increases their ability to cope with the pressures of everyday life. The impact of group reading sessions is also garnered through bibliotherapy, which aims to help individuals improve their life by providing information, support, and guidance in the form of reading activities via books and stories.
Good books make you reread them. Great books make you re-examine your soul. ... stories capture our imagination sending us on a powerful journey of self-exploration, opening up our minds to new ideas and possibilities. They expand our sense of what it means to be human, teaching us about deep human experience heightening our sense of empathy and compassion, our emotional intelligence. By plumbing the depths of another's experience and gaining an insight into their fears and triumphs, we can be reassured as to what human beings are capable of as we survive our own lives every day, our own mysterious journeys.(from http://www.literaryhand.com/)
In these current times of anxiety, it may be books and reading that can offer a sense of connectedness and a greater understanding of the array of emotions being experienced.
Year 11 Food Technology students have been busy studying the sensory and functional properties of food throughout this term. To assist their learning students are required to conduct practical experimentation which has included coagulating eggs, denaturing protein through marinating meat, aeration and foaming in meringue/ pavlova, gelatinisation in lemon meringue pie and caramelisation and crystallisation in barley sugar and violet crumble. Lots of hands on fun and some fantastic results.
TAS | Mrs Melinda Wagner
YEAR 11 FOOD TECHNOLOGY
WALL DESIGN/ ART COMPETITION
HOW TO SUBMITSubmit by creating ONE (1) PDF - file of your artwork and Artist Statement. Email the PDF - file to the TAS Coordinator [email protected]
The PDF must include:
• One (1) paragraph Artist Statement - Explain how the work relates to technology, design, innovation and the values of St John Bosco.
• An artwork for both walls - Print this template that contains both wall sections. Use the template, which includes measurements (perimeter lines with annotation of their real-world size) to hand draw and colour your artwork. Use colours that complement the adjoining buildings. Scan your artwork and save it as a PDF file. Note: All images used in your artwork need to be original. You can not use images that have a copyright in your design.
ATTENTION ALL
CREATIVE BOSCO
STUDENTS
...
During the holidays, the spandrel (triangular space)
underneath the main TAS stairway was enclosed for
storage purposes. This is a fantastic addition to the
building which will be used to store student projects
and timber.
The TAS Department would like to further enhance
the facade of the storage area. Therefore, a
competition has been organised to design an
artwork for the walls. The artwork must relate to
technology, design, innovation and the values of St
John Bosco. These components of the artwork can
be split across the two walls. The artwork should
complement the adjoining buildings. The winning
design/s will be converted into a digital canvas and
printed onto a vinyl wrap for the walls.
COMPETITION CLOSES WEDNESDAY 14 OCTOBER
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Congratulations to the winners of the Week 6 Maths Challenge!
Sarah Argall (Chisholm 5)
Talia Field (Dunlea 9)
Jasmine Holden (Chisholm 1)
Zak Rider (Savio 6)
WEEKLY MATHS CHALLENGE
M A T H
POSSIBLE SOLUTION:
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Pastoral Care Coordinator | Mrs Simone Babic
OPPORTUNITIES BROUGHT TO YOU BY HEADSPACE AND PROJECT YOUTH 'Refresh - Wellbeing and fitness' in-person group for young people aged 15-25 (Miranda) Opportunity to join a social group and participate in activities including cooking on a budget, beach clean-up and creativity sessions followed by 45-minute workout sessions for young people of all fitness levels. Organised by Headspace Miranda and Project Youth.
Mondays 4-6pm, 24 August to 21 September and 12 October to 9 November (includes break for school holidays) at Project Youth Miranda, 91a Kiora Road, Miranda.
Register online. For more information: Email [email protected] or phone 9575 1500.
Mrs Cathy Sullivan & Mrs Joanne Cutcliffe - Careers, VET and Transitions
VIRTUAL OPEN DAYS & INFORMATION CENTRE
With students and parents currently unable to attend on campus activities, universities, private colleges, TAFE and other institutions are now running virtual open days and information sessions. This is to ensure that students receive valuable information to guide them in their study and work choices for next year.
For information regarding open days, information sessions, scholarships, early entry and course opportunities please use this link.
T 02 9548 4000 F 02 9548 4099
www.boscocollege.nsw.edu.au
Second-hand Uniform Shop
The second-hand uniform shop will be opening at the following times:
Wednesday 2 September - 2pm to 3pm
Friday 4 September - 8.30am -9.30am
Due to social distancing laws, you will need to contact the College Office on 9548 4000 to book a time to come in. The time allocated
will be a 15-minute time slot.
If you are not able to book one of these times please let the office know so that a time can be organised for you where one of the
office staff will take you to the Uniform Shop.
The Uniform Shop is in desperate need of donations of unwanted uniform items. If you would like to donate any items of clothing
please drop them off at the Front Office.
Parents can still access uniform purchases via Schools Onlineor check the Miranda Store opening hours to purchase in store.
College Canteen
Due to the current situation
with the COVID-19 disruption,
all volunteers are not needed
until further notice.
A reminder that the
Canteen is open and lunch
orders are preferred.
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From 01/08/2020 to 05/09/2020
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