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Extra-Curricular Opportunities atThe Springfield Anglican College 5

Primary Extra-Curricular Activities 6

Creative Arts 7 Primary Visual Arts Club 7Junior Dance Company 7Junior Dance Troupe 8Primary Dance Team 8 Grainger Strings Ensemble 9 Junior Concert Band 9 Junior Recorder Ensemble 10Junior Stage Band 10Piccolo String Ensemble 11Sculthorpe String Ensemble 11Ukulele Ensemble 13Junior Choir 14Mezzo Forte Choir 14

Sports 16 JTAS AFL 16JTAS Athletics 16JTAS Basketball 17JTAS Cricket 17JTAS Cross Country 18JTAS Football (Soccer) 18JTAS Hockey 19JTAS Netball 20JTAS Rugby 20JTAS Swimming 21JTAS Tennis 21JTAS Touch Football 22Primary Campus Running Club 22

Secondary Extra-Curricular Activities 23

Creative Arts 23 Senior Art Club 23Senior Dance Company 23Senior Drama Troupe 24Animato String Ensemble 24Intermediate Concert Band 25Senior Chamber String Ensemble 25Senior Drum Line 26Senior Stage Band 26Symphonic Wind Ensemble 27Senior Woodwind Ensemble 27

Sports 28 GBC Athletics 28GBC Boys Basketball 30GBC Girls Basketball 30GBC Cross Country 31Equestrian 31Fitness Club 32GBC Football (Boys) 32GBC Football (Girls) 33 Golf Program 33Mountain Bike Club 34GBC Netball 34TSAC Rowing Club 35GBC Rugby 35Running Club (Secondary) 37GBC Swimming 37GBC Tennis (Boys and Girls) 38GBC Girls Touch Football 38GBC Boys Volleyball 39GBC Boys Volleyball 39

Clubs and Activities 40Audio Visual Club 40Bright Sparks 42Cheerleading 42Code Club 43da Vinci Decathlon 43Primary Chess Club 45Primary Debating Club 46Secondary Debating Club 46Highland Dancing 47Science Club 47Senior Campus Mathematics & Science Tutoring 49Social Justice Group 49Technology Club 50

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The Springfield Anglican College provides a rich and diverse extra-curricular offering. We believe in a holistic education, and this document offers an overview of our extra-curricular program and stands as testament to our commitment to providing opportunities for our students to stay physically fit, work with others towards a shared goal, and grow in character.

We learn many of our most profound and lasting lessons in extra-curricular activities, where we can learn life lessons such as how to win with grace and lose with dignity, and where we have opportunities to work productively with others and be part of a team. Each of these events are profound learning opportunities and assist young people to build resilience and shape their characters.

At TSAC we are also committed to providing opportunities for every student to be at their best. For some students, they are at their best in their extra-curricular undertakings – and we encourage, value and celebrate their contributions.

This document outlines our offerings in Sport, Creative Arts, and other Clubs and Activities, and therefore outlines all of the ways that our students can challenge and reward themselves. I encourage you to read and discuss these opportunities with your children, helping to plan their time and commitment, so that they can maximise the opportunities that TSAC has to offer.

Whichever sport, club or activity your child chooses, we are confident that they will receive committed coaching, tuition, encouragement and support which will be rewarding. Our extra-curricular programs are designed to allow casual participation for those that simply want to give something a try, while also giving elite performers the opportunity to pursue excellence.

Should you have any questions about the following information, please do not hesitate to contact any of the staff listed as having responsibility, so that we can help you. We hope you enjoy the offering, and look forward to seeing you on the sideline, or in the audience of whichever activity your son or daughter chooses to become involved in.

Darren PittPrincipal

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Creative Arts is a vibrant and active department within the College and the wider community. Creative Arts incorporates the disciplines of Music, Drama, Dance and Visual Arts. All staff within these subject areas are highly-qualified and experienced educators who regularly participate in professional development within their respective fields.

Involvement in the Creative Arts helps students to develop critical thinking and develop personal attributes including commitment, self-discipline, teamwork and confidence. The College offers many opportunities for students of all ages to be involved in the Creative Arts. Students can participate in a variety of bands, choirs, string ensembles and dance troupes. Group lessons for instruments in our extra-curricular groups are provided as part of the tuition fee. Private individual tuition is also available on a user pays basis for guitar, singing, piano and a wide variety of wind, percussion and string instruments.

The College provides sporting opportunities for all students in Year 4 through to Year 12. The College is a member of The Associated Schools (Junior TAS and the Greater Brisbane Conference) and competes throughout the year against independent schools in a range of sports and carnivals.

The College fosters a philosophy of participation for all, and values the importance of physical activity in a young person’s life. Our extra-curricular activities are designed to offer opportunities for skill development, sportsmanship and team spirit. All students are encouraged to participate in the wide variety of activities offered, which provide options for the casual sportsperson who just wants to take part for fun, and those elite athletes who aspire to excellence or careers in sport.

Students are encouraged to participate in clubs, extension and support programs, as well as academic competitions. These provide opportunities for enhancing knowledge, skills, friendships and confidence.

Students are usually invited to nominate for activities such as debating, public speaking and writing events, da Vinci Decathlon and other intellectually stimulating pursuits. Participation with like-minded friends, as well as the opportunity to forge new relationships, are a key part of these extra-curricular activities. Equally, developing skills and an appreciation of making a commitment to a group and learning are important aspects of being a member of our community.

Art

Primary Visual Art Club Staff Contact: Mrs Rebecca Newman

Activity Overview: In 2017, Primary Visual Art Club will be exploring the elements of art including line, tone, texture, pattern and composition. Students will be shown how to present their findings in an art journal. The club will explore the work of different artists and designers in their critical studies. Students will be encouraged to develop their own ideas using the knowledge gained from this research.

Activity Time: Monday 3.15pm – 4.15pm

Location: Secondary Campus (Visual Art Room - Creative Arts Centre)

Cost Information: Inclusive of school fees

Additional Information:- Primary students can catch the intercampus

bus to the Secondary Campus and walk to the Visual Arts Room. Parents must collect students at 4.15pm from the Visual Art room

- Equipment will be provided, however it is advised that students bring 2B pencils, a rubber and pencil sharper

- Students are required to own their own art smock or apron which must be worn as acrylic paint will be used (this paint could highly stain uniforms if unprotected).

Junior Dance CompanyStaff Contact: Mrs Leah Wordon

Activity Overview: Junior Dance Troupe provides the opportunity for enthusiastic, hard-working and experienced dancers from Years 4 to 6 to learn fun and challenging routines, and develop their technical and performance skills in a variety of dance styles. Throughout the year they will compete against other schools in dance eisteddfods and perform at a variety of College events.

Audition Dates: Week 2, Term 1

Rehearsal Times: Thursday 7:20am – 8:20am

Location: Primary Campus (Dance Room)

Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesDancers will require 1 - 2 costumes per year. Parents may choose to purchase these costumes to own. Alternatively, they may pay a hire fee and a refundable bond to borrow the costume from the College for the year. All students will require their own jazz shoes, shimmer tights, stage make up, and other performance accessories.

Additional Information:- Dancers are required to wear jazz shoes and

appropriate dancewear to every rehearsal. Rehearsal dancewear for females may include leotards, bike shorts and ¾ tights and must be comply with the College colours (navy and red). Male dancers may wear the male TSAC dance uniform or, if not available, their College Sport uniform. Recommended dancewear stockists will be recommended to parents once students are offered a place in the team.

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Junior Dance TroupeStaff Contact: Mrs Leah Wordon

Activity Overview: Junior Dance Troupe provides the opportunity for enthusiastic, hard-working and experienced dancers from Years 1 to 3 to learn fun and challenging routines and develop their technical and performance skills in a variety of dance styles. Throughout the year they will compete against other schools in eisteddfods and perform at a variety of College events.

Auditions Times: Week 2, Term 1

Rehearsal Times: Friday 7:20am – 8:20am


Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesDancers will require 1 - 2 costumes a year. Parents may choose to purchase these costumes to own. Alternatively, they may pay a hire fee and a refundable bond to borrow the costume from the College for the year. This bond will be refunded upon returning all costume items in excellent condition. All students will require their own jazz shoes, shimmer tights, stage make up, and other performance accessories.

Additional Information:- Dancers are required to wear jazz shoes and

appropriate dancewear to every rehearsal. Rehearsal dancewear for females may include leotards, bike shorts and ¾ tights and must be comply with the College colours (navy and red). Male dancers may wear the male TSAC dance uniform or, if not available, their College Sport uniform. Recommended dancewear stockists will be recommended to parents once students are offered a place in the team.

Primary Dance TeamStaff Contact: Mrs Leah Wordon

Activity Overview: The Primary Campus Junior Dance Ensemble provides the opportunity for motivated and enthusiastic students from Years 1 to 6 to gain more dance experience, develop their technical and performance skills, and learn dance routines. Throughout the year they will have the opportunity to perform at a variety of College events.

Auditions Times: Week 2, Term 1 (see additional information)

Rehearsal Times: Wednesday 7:20am – 8:20am


Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesDancers will require 1 - 2 costumes a year. Parents may choose to purchase these costumes to own. Alternatively, they may pay a hire fee and a refundable bond to borrow the costume from the College for the year. This bond would be refunded upon returning all costume items in excellent condition. All students will require their own jazz shoes, shimmer tights, stage make up, and other performance accessories.

Additional Information:- Students can audition for Junior Dance Troupe

(Years 1 to 3) or Junior Dance Company (Years 4 to 6). If they are not selected for one of these performance teams, they may be offered a position in the Junior Dance Ensemble

- Dancers are required to wear jazz shoes and appropriate dancewear to every rehearsal. Rehearsal dancewear for females may include leotards, bike shorts and ¾ tights and must be comply with the College colours (navy and red). Male dancers may wear the male TSAC dance uniform or, if not available, their College Sport uniform. Recommended dancewear stockists will be recommended to parents once students are offered a place in the team

Grainger Strings Ensemble Staff Contact: Ms Josephine Pollicina

Activity Overview: Grainger Strings is an upper Primary string orchestra for students in Years 5 and 6. Students at the College who play the violin, viola, cello or double bass are invited to participate. Younger string students in Years 3 and 4 demonstrating the ability to play at an AMEB preliminary standard and above on their string instrument are also invited to audition at the start of each year.

This ensemble provides students with the opportunity to develop their string playing abilities and to develop a greater sense of pitch and rhythm. Being a member of Grainger Strings also allows students to develop team building skills with their peers in a supportive and creative environment as they come together to play in an ensemble setting.

Rehearsal Times: Tuesday 7:20am-8:20am

Location: Primary Campus (Music Room)

Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesEach student is expected to purchase a College Music Folder. This is at a cost of $15.00 and can be used for participation in College ensembles for the duration of your child’s years spent at the College.

Additional Information:- Weekly attendance at every rehearsal is

expected.- Performances will occur throughout the course

of the year, all which students are required to attend.

- Participation in workshops, eisteddfods and performances over weekends is required. Parents are responsible for transporting their child to and from performance venues when such events do arise.

- Throughout the year, students may be invited to attend excursions to watch a live orchestra perform. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

Junior Concert BandStaff Contact: Miss Tina Paliadelis

Activity Overview: Junior Concert Band provides Woodwind, Brass and Percussion students in Years 5 and 6 with an opportunity to come together and form an ensemble. Students are learning with their teacher once per week in a half hour lesson, and this gives them a chance to put their newly acquired knowledge and skills into play, as well as giving them a sense of personal achievement as they come together as a team to create wonderful music.




Additional Information:- Opportunity to attend regular performances

and eisteddfods, both at the College and in the Ipswich area. Transport to and from these venues is either by bus (if the performance is during the day), or by own transport (if it is out of College hours). These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

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Junior Recorder EnsembleStaff Contact: Mrs Anneliese Alloway

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned ensemble for any student in Years 4 to 6. This ensemble provides students with the opportunity to learn an instrument which is portable and relatively easy to learn. Year 4 students learning recorder as part of the Band Readiness Program are encouraged to attend to progress their skills faster. Older students will progress onto College-owned alto and treble recorders which are larger and make a beautiful, rich sound.

The Primary Recorder Ensemble can perform at all Years 4 to 6 Instrumental Music Concerts held throughout the year. They will also be invited to perform at Primary Chapel on occasion, and at functions in the wider community such as the Jacaranda Festival.

Rehearsal Times: Friday Lunchtime 12:40pm – 1:20pm



Additional Information:- Students are required to own their own descant

recorder (baroque fingering is required)- Weekly attendance at rehearsals is expected

throughout the year. It is expected that students will prepare their parts outside of rehearsals with at least 2 or 3 practice sessions each week.

- Throughout the year, students may be invited to attend excursions. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

Junior Stage BandStaff Contact: Mr Craig Alloway

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned ensemble for band students in Years 4 to 6. This ensemble is for any student in Year 4 to 6 who participates in the Junior Concert Band or Grainger String Ensemble. Students learning piano outside of school are also encouraged to attend. It is for students who play trumpet, trombone, saxophone, drum kit, piano/keyboard, electric guitar or bass guitar/double bass. Other instruments are also accepted including flute, clarinet and tuned percussion such as xylophone or vibraphone. Junior Stage Band provides students with an opportunity to further their ensemble skills, develop and improvisation skills.

This ensemble can perform at Primary Chapel, Night of Celebration, Band Concerts, eisteddfods and other special events during the year.




Additional Information:- Students are required to own their own

instruments (hiring of instruments through the College is available).

- Students are expected to take their Junior Stage Band music to their instrumental music lesson for tuition each week.

- Students are expected to practise their parts during their home practice sessions each week


Piccolo String EnsembleStaff Contact: Ms Josephine Pollicina and Ms Sherina Parker

Activity Overview: A lower primary violin ensemble for students in Years 1 and 2. This ensemble provides students with the opportunity to develop their team work skills in a supportive and creative environment. Students are expected to prepare their parts in their home practice and attend every allocated rehearsal.

Rehearsal Times: Wednesday 3:00pm – 4:00pm



Additional Information:- Performances will occur throughout the course

of the year, which all students are required to attend.

- Participation in workshops, eisteddfods and performances over weekends is required. Parents are responsible for transporting their child to and from performance venues when such events do arise.

Sculthorpe String Ensemble Staff Contact: Mrs Helena Groeneveld

Activity Overview: A primary string orchestra for students in Years 3 and 4. Students at the College who play the violin, viola, cello or double bass are invited to participate. This ensemble provides students a chance to develop ensemble etiquette, participate in a group and have fun on their instrument. Students in Sculthorpe String Ensemble begin to learn to play differing parts, contrasting rhythms and dynamics. Being a member of the ensemble also allows students to build on material learned in lessons in a supportive and creative environment as they come together to play in an ensemble setting.

Rehearsal Times: Monday 7:20am-8:20am



Additional Information:- Any students wishing to participate are

required to attend rehearsals commencing in Week 3.

- Year 4 students and advanced Year 3 students are required to audition for positions within the ensemble however, everyone is guaranteed entry to the ensemble.

- Participation in occasional weekend eisteddfods or competitions is required.

- Weekly attendance at all rehearsals is expected throughout the year.

- Instruments may be hired through the College as part of instrumental music program.

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Ukulele Ensemble

Staff Contact: Mrs Lissa Sullivan-Ward

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned ensemble for students in Years 3 to 6. This ensemble is for any child who would like to begin learning the ukulele, or improve their standard of performance on ukulele. Each ensemble member will have free use of a College-owned ukulele.

Beginner ukulele players learn to play several chords and improvisation skills. The more advanced players feature in the performance of melodies. Most often, students sing along while they play their ukulele part.

This ensemble has the opportunity to perform at eisteddfods, Primary Chapel Services on Friday mornings and other instrumental music concerts throughout the year. On occasions, the Ukulele Ensemble is invited to accompany Mezzo Forte Choir in a performance.

Rehearsal Times: Thursday Lunchtime 12:40pm – 1:20pm



Each student is expected to purchase a College Music Folder. This is at a cost of $15.00 and can be used for participation in College ensembles for the duration of your child’s years spent at the College.

Additional Information:


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Junior ChoirStaff Contact: Mrs Lissa Sullivan-Ward

Activity Overview: Junior Choir is for students in Years 1 to 3 who would like to have a wonderful time singing with their peers. The choir rehearsal starts with fun warm-up activities before learning songs which are age-appropriate and very engaging for 5 to 9 year-old children. This ensemble has the opportunity to perform at important College events such as Foundation Day and Prep to Year 3 Celebration Day. Junior Choir also performs at eisteddfods, various Primary Chapel Services on Friday mornings and our Singing Showcase Concert.

Rehearsal Time: Thursday 7:20am – 8:20am



Additional Information:- Throughout the year, students may be invited to attend

excursions. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

Mezzo Forte ChoirStaff Contact: Mrs Lissa Sullivan-Ward

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned choir for students in Years 4 to 6. This choir is for students who enjoy singing and would like to improve their musicianship skills. The choir rehearsal starts with fun warm-up activities before learning songs which are age-appropriate and very engaging for 8 to 11 year-old children. This choir has the opportunity to perform at important College events such as Year 6 Graduation, Foundation Day and Night of Celebration. Mezzo-Forte Choir also performs at eisteddfods, Primary Chapel Services on Friday mornings and our annual Singing Showcase Concert.

Rehearsal Times: Friday 7:20am - 8:20am



Additional Information:- Throughout the year, students may be invited

to attend excursions. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply

Singing

Mezzo Forte ChoirStaff Contact: Mrs Lissa Sullivan-Ward

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned choir for students in Years 4 to 6. This choir is for students who enjoy singing and would like to improve their musicianship skills. The choir rehearsal starts with fun warm-up activities before learning songs which are age-appropriate and very engaging for 8 to 11 year-old children. This choir has the opportunity to perform at important College events such as Year 6 Graduation, Foundation Day and Night of Celebration. Mezzo-Forte Choir also performs at eisteddfods, Primary Chapel Services on Friday mornings and our annual Singing Showcase Concert.

Rehearsal Times: Friday 7:20am - 8:20am



Additional Information:- Throughout the year, students may be invited to attend

excursions. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply

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JTAS Basketball

Staff Contact: Mr James Patmore

Activity Overview: JTAS Basketball provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

Season, Dates & Times:

Training: Tuesday 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 3)

Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Years 5 and 6).

Matches: Saturday 22 July until Saturday 2 September – 7-rounds (Term 3)

Saturday Morning either 8:00am, 9:00am or 10:00am

Matches are 4 x 10 minute quarters

Location:

Training - Primary Campus Courts

Matches -Home Matches - Secondary Campus Courts

Away Matches - Schedule to be confirmed



- Students are provided with a TSAC Basketball singlet to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season

JTAS AthleticsStaff Contact: Mr James Patmore

Activity Overview: JTAS Athletics provides the opportunity for students in Years 3 to 6 who excel at athletics to represent the College at the annual TAS Athletics Carnival. Students gain selection in the JTAS Athletics team based on their performance at the Inter-Clan Athletics Carnival, as well as through the Track & Field unit they study in Physical Education lessons. Students are eligible to gain selection to compete in the following events: 100m, 200m, 800m, high jump, long jump, shot put, discus and 4 x 100m relay.

Students aged 10 – 12 also have the opportunity to represent the College at the Central Districts Athletics Carnival, where the College competes against other schools in the local area.

Season, Dates & Times:Training:Wednesday and Friday Mornings 7.00am – 8.00am (Terms 2 and 3)Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 5 and 6)

Athletics Carnival:JTAS Athletics Carnival: Friday 8 September (Term 3)Central Districts Athletics Carnival: Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 July (Term 3)

Location:Training - Primary Campus Oval, The Springfield Anglican College


Additional Information:- Students are provided with a TSAC Athletics

singlet to wear the at the carnival, which they must return at the end of the event.

- Students are permitted to wear running spikes or waffles in lane events (100m, 200m, relay, long jump).

JTAS AFL


Activity Overview: JTAS AFL provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport. The College is member of the Junior TAS competition, with students competing against other member Colleges of the competition.

The JTAS AFL competition is open to both boys and girls to form mixed teams.


Training: Wednesday 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 4)

Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 5 and 6).

Matches: Friday 20 October, Friday 27 October and Friday 3 November 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Term 4)

Matches are 3 x 8 minute thirds with a total of 4 to 5 matches played

Location:

Training - Primary Campus Oval

Matches - Secondary Campus, St John’s Anglican College



- Students are provided with a TSAC AFL jersey to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season.

- All students are required to wear a mouth guard and football boots at both training and fixtures.

JTAS CricketStaff Contact: Mr James Patmore

Activity Overview: JTAS Cricket provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport. The JTAS Cricket competition is open to both boys and girls to form mixed teams. Season, Dates & Times:Training: Tuesday Afternoon 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 1)Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Years 5 and 6).

Matches:Saturday 4 February until Saturday 18 March – 7-rounds (Term 1)Saturday Morning 8:00am

Location:Training - Primary Campus Oval, The Springfield Anglican College

Matches - Home Matches – Playing Fields, Ipswich Girls Grammar SchoolAway Matches - Schedule to be confirmed


Additional Information:- The Year 4 competition is played as 16 overs

per side with 8 players in a team.

- The Year 5 competition is played as 20 overs per side with 10 players in a team.

- The Year 6 competition is played as 20 overs per side with 11 players in a team.

- Students are provided with a TSAC playing shirt to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season. Students are also presented with a wide-brimmed cricket hat, which they can keep.

- Students must purchase white cricket trousers in order to play fixtures.

- All playing kit, including bats, pads, gloves and helmet is provided for students to use. Students are more than welcome to bring their own playing kit to use during fixtures.

- Parents are responsible for transporting their children to and from all Saturday morning fixtures.

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JTAS Football (Soccer)


Activity Overview: JTAS Football (Soccer) provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport. The College is member of the Junior TAS competition, with students competing against other member Colleges of the competition.

The JTAS Football competition is played as a mixed competition.


Training: Tuesday Afternoon 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 3)


Matches: Saturday 22 July until Saturday 2 September – 7-rounds (Term 3)

Saturday Morning 8:00am, 9:00am or 10:00am

Matches are 2 x 25 minute halves

Location:


Matches -

Home Matches - Primary Campus Oval




- All competitions are played as 9-a-side under Football Federation Australia Small Sided Field rules.

- Students are provided with a TSAC Football jersey to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season. Students must purchase College rugby/football socks from the uniform shop to wear during fixtures.

- All students are required to wear shin pads and football boots.

JTAS HockeyStaff Contact: Mr James Patmore

Activity Overview: JTAS Hockey provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

The JTAS Hockey competition is played a mixed competition, with boys and girls playing in the same team.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Tuesday Afternoon 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 1)Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 5 and 6).

Matches: Saturday 4 February until Saturday 18 March – 7-rounds (Term 1)Saturday Morning 8:00am, 9:00am or 10:00am

Location:Training - Primary Campus OvalMatches - Rasy Park, Herston


Additional Information:- The Year 4 competition is played as a 6-a-side competition.- The Years 5 and 6 competitions are played as 7-a-side competitions.- All matches are played on smaller sized fields.- Students are provided with a TSAC playing shirt to wear for matches, as well as a hockey stick to use during

matches. Both the playing shirt and stick must return at the end of the season. Students are welcome to use their own hockey stick during matches.

- Students must purchase and wear shin pads and a mouth guard during fixtures.- Students are also required to wear TSAC Football socks during matches, which can be purchase from the

Uniform Shop.

JTAS Cross Country


Activity Overview: JTAS Cross Country provides the opportunity for students in Years 3 to 6 who excel at distance running to represent the College at the annual Junior TAS Cross Country Carnival. The College is member of the Junior TAS competition, with students competing against other member Colleges of the competition. Students gain selection in the JTAS Cross Country team based on their performance at the Inter-Clan Cross Country Carnival, as well as through the Fitness unit they study in Physical Education Lessons.

Students aged 10 – 12 also have the opportunity to represent the College at the Central Districts Cross Country Carnival, where the College competes against other schools in the local area.


Training: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings 7.00am – 8.00am (Term 2)

Athletics Carnival: JTAS Cross Country Carnival: Friday 26 May (Term 2)

Central Districts Cross Country Carnival: Thursday 4 May (Term 2)

Location:


Athletics Carnival -

JTAS Athletics Carnival - Rivermount College, Yatala

Central Districts Athletics Carnival - Woodcrest College, Springfield



- Students are provided with a TSAC Cross Country singlet to wear the at the carnival, which they must return at the end of the event.

- A College Bus will transport students to and from the JTAS Cross Country Carnival and the Central Districts Cross Country Carnival.

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JTAS Swimming


Activity Overview: JTAS Swimming provides the opportunity for students in Years 3 to 6 who excel at swimming to represent the College at the annual Junior TAS Swimming Carnival. Students gain selection in the JTAS Swimming team based on their performance at the Inter-Clan Swimming Carnival. Students are eligible to gain selection to compete in the following events: 50m freestyle, 50m backstroke, 50m breaststroke, 50m butterfly, 4 x 50m freestyle relay and 4 x 50m medley relay.

Students aged 10 – 12 also have the opportunity to represent the College at the Central Districts Swimming Carnival, where the College competes against other schools in the local area.


Training: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings

6.45am – 7.30am (Terms 1 and 4)

Location:

Training - Waterworx Lifestyle and Aquatic Centre, Springfield

Swimming Carnival - JTAS Swimming Carnival - Brisbane Aquatic Centre, Chandler

Central Districts Swimming Carnival - Bundamba Swim Centre, Bundamba



- Students are provided with a TSAC swimming cap to wear at the carnival, which they are allowed to keep.

- All students who are selected in the College swim team must wear the official College swimwear to compete. This swimwear is available for purchase from the Uniform Shop.

- A College Bus will transport students to and from the JTAS Swimming Carnival and the Central Districts Swimming Carnival.

JTAS Tennis


Activity Overview: JTAS Tennis provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

The JTAS Tennis competition is played as a mixed competition.




Matches:

Saturday 14 October until Saturday 11 November – 5-rounds (Term 4)

Saturday Mornings with various start times from 8:00am

Location:

Training - Primary Campus Courts,

The Springfield Anglican College

Matches -

Home Matches - Secondary Campus Courts, The Springfield Anglican College




- Students are placed in a team of four players, with each student playing one singles match and one doubles match every round.

- Students should provide their own racquet to use for matches. The College can provide a racquet for students to use if required.

JTAS Netball


Activity Overview: JTAS Netball provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

The JTAS Netball competition is open to both boys and girls to form mixed teams.




Matches: Saturday 29 April until

Saturday 10 June – 7-rounds (Term 2)

Mornings with various start times from

7:30am – 11:00am

Matches are 4 x 10 minute quarters.

Location:

Training - Primary Campus Courts,


Matches - Cannon Hill Netball Association Courts, Cannon Hill



- Students wear their TSAC Sports Uniform to play fixtures, with playing bibs supplied by the College.

JTAS Rugby


Activity Overview: JTAS Rugby provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

The JTAS Rugby competition is open to both boys and girls to form mixed teams.


Training: Tuesday Afternoon 3.15pm – 4.30pm (Term 2) Additional training will take place during the allocated Thursday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 4) and Friday Afternoon sport time 2:00pm – 3:00pm (Year 5 and 6).

Matches: Saturday 29 April until Saturday 10 June – 7-rounds (Term 2)

Saturday Mornings between 7:30am to 10:00am

Matches are 2 x 20 minute halves

Location:

Training - Primary Campus Oval,


Matches - Home Matches - Primary Campus Oval, The Springfield Anglican College




- The Years 4 and 5 competitions are played as 10-a-side fixtures.

- The Year 6 competition is played as 12-a-side fixtures.

- Students are provided with a TSAC rugby jersey and rugby shorts to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season.

- Students must purchase College rugby socks from the uniform shop to wear during fixtures.

- All students are required to wear a mouth guard and football boots at both training and fixtures.

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Secondary Creative Arts

Art

Dance

Senior Dance Company/Troupe Staff Contact: Miss Thea McLean

Activity Overview: Senior Dance Troupes run all year from Terms 1 to 4. Rehearsals are weekly for one hour with students learning choreography in a range of genres including Jazz, Hip Hop and Contemporary. They perform their routines on stage at a variety of eisteddfods, showcases and public performances throughout the year. Students work on performance skills and technique as part of their involvement and participation in weekly rehearsals and gain life-long skills such as team work and resilience along the way.

Rehearsal Times: Senior Dance Company – Friday Morning 7.20am-8.20am Senior Dance Troupe – Wednesday Morning 7.20am-8.20am

Location: Secondary Campus (Dance Room - Creative Arts Precinct)

Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesThe College provides major costume items; however, students will be required to supply their own dance shoes and stockings. They may also be required to provide smaller costume pieces and accessories.

Senior Art ClubStaff Contact: Mrs Patti Thompson

Activity Overview: Clay course covering hand built and wheel work. Open to all students from Years 7 to 12. The students will work on their own clay projects which will be fired and glazed. Students will learn how to throw pots on the wheel and make functional and decorative ware by hand building.

Activity Time: Wednesday Morning 7.20am – 8:20am

Location: Secondary Campus (Art Room - Creative Arts Precinct)


Additional Information:- Students should wear protective clothing to

the activity to avoid any damages to school uniforms

JTAS Touch Football


Activity Overview: JTAS Touch Football provides fixtures for students in Years 4 to 6 who wish to represent the College in the sport.

The JTAS Touch Football competition offers both boys and girls competitions.


Training: Tuesday Afternoon 3.15pm – 4.30pm or Thursday Morning 7:00am – 8:00am (Term 4)


Matches: Saturday 21 October until Saturday 4 November – 3-rounds (Term 4)

Saturday Mornings between 7:30am to 11:00am

Matches are 2 x 12 minute halves with teams playing approximately seven or eight matches in total across the 3 weeks

Location:



Matches - Ormiston College, Ormiston



- Students are provided with a TSAC Touch Football singlet to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season.

Primary Campus Running Club


Activity Overview: The Primary Campus Running Club provides the opportunity for students in Years 3 to 6 to attend a high quality running and fitness programme, which is aimed at helping build the fitness levels of students in preparation for the Junior TAS Cross Country Carnival, as well as the Junior TAS Saturday Sport competition. Students will participate in a wide range of fitness activities, under the expert coaching of Mrs Joanna Spyro and Miss Kristala Iacovou.


Wednesday and Thursday Mornings

7:00am – 8:00am (Term 1)

Tuesday and Thursday Mornings

7:00am – 8:00am (Term 2)

Location:





- Students are to wear their sports uniform to Running Club sessions, as well as comfortable running shoes.

- Students should also have their water bottle and their yard hat with them for the sessions.

- Students will be required to change into their formal uniform after the sessions, if they do not have PE lessons on the same day.

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Senior Chamber String EnsembleStaff Contact: Mrs Helena Groeneveld

Activity Overview: Audition based ensemble of students performing at Grade 3 AMEB level or higher. The Senior Chamber String Ensemble have the opportunity to perform at important College functions such as the Night of Celebration, String Soiree, Market Day, the Year 12 Formal and other events in the wider community.

Rehearsal Times: Wednesday Lunchtime 1:05pm – 2:05pm

Location: Secondary Campus (Music Room - Creative Arts Precinct)


Additional Information:- This is the premier string ensemble for the

college and as such, it is an audition based ensemble with limited places available. Successful candidates are expected to have achieved or be working towards an AMEB Grade 3 standard or above.

- Weekly attendance at rehearsals is expected.

- Participation in eisteddfods, competitions, festivals and other performances is required throughout the year. Attendance at these events is mandatory.

- It is expected that students will prepare their parts outside of rehearsals and use the time in rehearsals to hone their chamber ensemble skills.


Intermediate Concert BandStaff Contact: Miss Tina Paliadelis

Activity Overview: Intermediate Concert Band provides Woodwind, Brass and Percussion students in Years 7 and 8, or those who are beginners on the Senior Campus, with an opportunity to come together and form an ensemble. This ensemble is the next step up from Junior Concert Band. Students are learning with their teacher once per week in a half hour lesson, and this gives them a chance to put their newly acquired knowledge and skills into play, as well as giving them a sense of personal achievement as they come together as a team to create wonderful music.

Rehearsal Times: Friday Morning 7:20am – 8:20am (All Year Round)



Additional Information:- Opportunity to attend regular performances

and eisteddfods, both at the College and in the Ipswich area. Transport to and from these venues is either by bus (if the performance is during the day), or by own transport (if it is out of College hours). These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

- Students will need to agree to and sign a contract at the beginning of every year, which will outline the expectations of commitment and behaviour.

- Students are responsible for bringing their music and instrument to all rehearsals and performances.

- Each student in the ensemble plays a valuable role, and is expected to be at each performance.

- Weekly attendance at rehearsals is expected throughout the year. It is expected that students will prepare their parts outside of rehearsals with at least 2 or 3 practice sessions each week.

- All students learning an instrument on the Senior Campus are expected to be part of an ensemble.

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Animato String EnsembleStaff Contact: Ms Sherina Parker

Activity Overview: Animato String Ensemble is an inclusive group for all students in Years 7 to 12 who play an orchestral string instrument. Performing a combination of traditional and contemporary repertoire, students in this ensemble rehearse every Tuesday morning. As well as working on intonation, bowing and phrasing, the focus is performing with expression as a cohesive unit. Rehearsal time is also spent exploring different styles, techniques and ways of interpreting the music. Breathing and watching the Conductor are also key aspects that are practised every week. Students in this ensemble are able to participate in many events throughout the year; including the Night of Celebration, the annual String Showcase and a variety of festivals and eisteddfods.

Rehearsal Times: Tuesday 7.20am - 8.20am

Location: Secondary Campus (Music Room Creative Arts Precinct)


Additional Information:- Weekly attendance at rehearsals is expected.


- Participation in eisteddfods, competitions, festivals and other performances is required throughout the year. Attendance at these events is mandatory.

Senior Drama TroupeStaff Contact: Miss Megan Jensen

Activity Overview: Drama Troupe is for students who wish to further their performance skills in a practical environment. This year students will explore a number of theatrical styles including comedy, and flash mob culminating in a public performance. Additionally, students will again compete in the annual Youth Theatresports competition, in which schools compete against each other through a variety of improvised performances.

Rehearsal Times: Monday 7:20am - 8:20am

Location: Secondary Campus (Drama Room - Creative Arts Precinct)


Additional Information:- Students will be required to wear black pants

and a black shirt for performances.- Students will need to have their own transport

for competition nights.

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Senior Woodwind Ensemble

Staff Contact: Miss Tina Paliadelis

Activity Overview: Senior Woodwind Ensemble is a small ensemble, which allows Woodwind students in Years 7 to 12 to come together to form as a chamber ensemble. Students in this ensemble are also expected to be in either Intermediate Concert Band or Symphonic Wind Ensemble. Entry into this ensemble is via audition only. This ensemble is for the more advanced players, who are able to hold a part independently and perform without a conductor.

Rehearsal Times:

Thursday Lunchtime 1:05pm-2:05pm

Location:

Secondary Campus (Music Room - Creative Arts Precinct)




- Students are responsible for bringing their music and instrument to all rehearsals and performances.

- Each student in the ensemble plays a valuable role, and is expected to be at each performance.

- Weekly attendance at rehearsals is expected throughout the year. It is expected that students will prepare their parts outside of rehearsals with at least 2 or 3 practice sessions each week.

- Opportunity to attend regular performances and eisteddfods, both at the College and in the Ipswich area. Transport to and from these venues is either by bus (if the performance is during the day), or by own transport (if it is out of College hours). These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

Symphonic Wind EnsembleStaff Contact: Mrs Anneliese Alloway

Activity Overview: For any student in Years 7 to 12 who plays flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone (alto, tenor or baritone), trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, tuned or untuned percussion including drum kit, keyboard or bass guitar. Minimum standard is Grade 2-3 AMEB. This band is currently the most advanced College Band. It provides students learning a band instrument with the opportunity to come together and make music each week. The music is varied, with movie music, traditional band music and arrangements of popular music included. Each rehearsal begins with a focus on sound production and tuning. The students enjoy playing, singing and clapping lots of fun warm-up exercises before starting work on their pieces. Students learn new ways to perform rhythms and melodies to enhance their performance ability.

This ensemble has the opportunity to perform at important College events such as Night of Celebration and Foundation Day. Symphonic Wind Ensemble also performs at eisteddfods and other Band Concerts throughout the year.

Rehearsal Times: Thursday 7:30am – 8:20am



Additional Information:- Throughout the year, students may be invited

to attend excursions. These excursions will be communicated to parents throughout the course of the year and additional costs may apply.

- Students must either own or hire their instrument (hiring of instruments through the College is available).

- Students are expected to take their band music to their instrumental music lesson for tuition. They are also expected to practise their parts at least 3-4 times per week as part of their instrumental practice sessions at home.

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Senior Stage Band

Staff Contact: Mr Craig Alloway

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned ensemble for advanced band students. This ensemble is for any student in Years 7 to 12 who participates in either Intermediate Concert Band or Symphonic Wind Ensemble. It is for students who play trumpet, trombone, saxophone, drum kit, piano/keyboard, electric guitar or bass guitar. Other instruments are also accepted including flute, clarinet and tuned percussion such as xylophone or vibraphone. Senior Stage Band provides students with an opportunity to further their ensemble skills, develop improvisation skills and perform specifically in the Jazz style.

This ensemble has the opportunity to perform at assembly, Night of Celebration, Band Concerts, eisteddfods and other special events during the year.

Rehearsal Times:

Wednesday Morning 7:20am – 8:20am

Location:

Secondary Campus

(Music Room - Creative Arts Precinct)




- Students are expected to take their Stage Band Music to their instrumental music lesson for tuition each week.

- Students are expected to practise their parts during their home practice sessions each week.


- Students must either own or hire their instrument (hiring of instruments through the College is available).

Senior Drum Line

Staff Contact: Mr Craig Alloway

Activity Overview: A non-auditioned ensemble for percussion students. This ensemble is for any student in Years 7 to 12 who learns percussion. Every student receiving percussion tuition at the College must participate in this ensemble, or either Symphonic Wind Ensemble or Intermediate Concert Band. Students who do not have formal percussion lessons will be considered for entry into this ensemble. As new ensemble for 2017, this will provide students with an opportunity to hone their rhythmic and co-ordination skills through fun activities. Students will learn sticking technique and will have the chance to create their own choreographed drum line routines. Students will have the opportunity to perform at eisteddfods, Band Concerts, Inter-Clan Spectacular and at Secondary Assembly.

Rehearsal Times: Tuesday Lunchtime 1:05pm – 2:05pm

Location: Secondary Campus

(Music Room - Creative Arts Precinct)





- Students must either own or hire a percussion kit including a practice pad (hiring of instruments through the College is available).

- Students must own their own drum sticks.

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Secondary Sports

GBC Athletics

Staff Contact: Mrs Kristie Ahern

Activity Overview: Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) Athletics provides the opportunity for students in Years 7 to 12 who excel at athletics to represent the College at the annual GBC Athletics Carnival. Students gain selection in the GBC Athletics team based on their performance at the Inter-Clan Athletics Carnival, as well as through their personal performances at other Athletic meets. Students are eligible to gain selection to compete in many events including: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, high jump, long jump, triple jump, shot put, discus, javelin and 4 x 100m relay.

This is an inter school event where TSAC competes against 7 other schools for championship points.


Training: Monday Afternoon 3:30pm – 4:30pm and Friday Morning 7:00am – 8:00am (Term 2)

Term 3 - Exact day and time will be confirmed at the start of term

Athletics Carnival: TSAC Inter-Clan Carnival: Tuesday 27 July and GBC Athletics Carnival: Wednesday 13 September

Location:

Training - Secondary Campus Oval,

Athletics Carnival -

TSAC Inter-Clan Carnival - Goodna Little Athletics Track, Evan Marginson Oval, Woogaroo Street, Goodna

GBC Athletics Carnival - QSAC, Kessels Road, Nathan



- Students will be given an Athletics singlet to wear on competition day.

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GBC Girls Basketball

Staff Contact: Mrs Larissa Brown

Activity Overview: GBC Girls Basketball provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in sport. The College enters six teams in the Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) competition split between Junior, Intermediate and Open divisions. All fixtures are played against other members of the GBC competition.


Training: Afternoons 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Term 1)

Finalised training times will be advertised in well in advance to ensure all players are able to meet the training requirements for the season.

Opens should attend two training sessions per week

Matches: 8-rounds (Term 1)

Saturday Morning from 8:00am

Fixtures are published early in the week to assist with travel arrangements

Location:

Training - Secondary Campus Courts

Matches - Home Matches - Secondary Campus Courts, The Springfield Anglican College

Away Matches – Varies (please check full fixture list on College website)



- Uniforms are provided as part of the College’s uniform hire scheme.

- Students are to source appropriate footwear and TSAC socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.

- Should a team secure a top two placing, they will qualify for the Grand Final to be held at Sheldon College in the final week of the season.

GBC Boys Basketball

Staff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: GBC Boys Basketball provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in sport. The College enters six teams in the Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) competition split between Junior, Intermediate and Open divisions. All fixtures are played against other members of the GBC competition.


Training: Afternoons 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Term 3)

Finalised training times will be advertised in Term 2 to ensure all players are able to meet the training requirements for the season.

Opens should attend two training sessions per week

Matches: 8-rounds (Term 3)

Saturday Morning from 8:00am

Fixtures are published early in the week to assist with travel arrangements

Location:

Training - Secondary Campus Courts

Matches - Home Matches - Secondary Campus Courts, The Springfield Anglican College

Away Matches – Varies (please check full fixture list on College website)





- Should a team secure a top two placing, they will qualify for the Grand Final to be held at Redeemer Lutheran College in the final week of the season.

Equestrian Staff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: The College provides an opportunity for riders to represent The Springfield Anglican College in various Interschool Equestrian events throughout the year. In partnership with Shantay’s Lodge, under the guidance of Mrs Karen Morris, riders are able to develop their riding skills.

Season, Dates & Times:The Inter School Equestrian events take place at various locations throughout the year. Students wishing to take equestrian lessons are required to contact Mrs Karen Morris via email [email protected].

Location: Shantaylah Lodge Riding Centre, Lyon Road, Greenbank

Cost Information: Parents are expected to cover all expenses associated with the lessons and events

Additional Information:- Students are expected to own a horse before

pursuing their interest in the Equestrian Program.

- Parents are expected to transport their child to and from lessons and the Inter School Equestrian events.

- If your child is interested in the Equestrian Program, please contact Mr Andy Holmes via email [email protected] or Mrs Karen Morris via email [email protected] .

GBC Cross CountryStaff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: GBC Cross Country provides an opportunity for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in sport. The College enters a Cross Country team in the annual Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) Cross Country Championships.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Friday Morning 7:15am – 8:00am (Terms 1 and 2) Training times are advertised at the start of Term 1 to ensure all runners are able to meet the training requirements for the season.

Championship:Thursday 25 May

Location:Training - Secondary Campus Oval, The Springfield Anglican CollegeChampionship - Rivermount College, Yatala

Cost Information: Inclusive of school feesA running singlet is provided as part of the College’s uniform hire scheme. Students are to source appropriate footwear and TSAC socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.

Additional Information:- A running singlet is provided as part of the

College’s uniform hire scheme.- Students are to source appropriate footwear

and TSAC socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.

- Students are recommended to join the Fitness Club as part of the conditioning program.

- Students are transported by the College bus to and from the venue for the GBC Cross Country Championships.

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GBC Football (Boys)Staff Contact: Mr Darren Sime

Activity Overview: Competitive boys’ soccer for Years 7 to 12. Students will compete in the GBC during Term 3, and participate in selected carnivals and tournaments, including The Uhlsport Cup and The Brisbane Christian Schools Cup, over the course of the year.

Season, Dates & Times:Training:Tuesday Afternoon 3:30pm – 4:45pm (Term 3)

Matches:3 preseason, 5 rounds, 1 finalSaturday Morning from 8:00amSaturday 15 July – Saturday 9 September (Term 3)

Location:Training - Secondary Campus Oval

Matches -Home Matches - Primary Campus OvalAway Matches – Varies


Additional Information:- Location of cup and tournament games will

be determined once the individual draws have been conducted.

- School shirts will be provided.- Students are required to provide their own

shorts, socks, shin pads and boots.

Fitness ClubStaff Contact: Mr Hilton Whitehorne and Mr Andrew Holmes

Activity Overview: The Fitness Club operates typically as training designed to foster student participation at all ability levels whilst promoting awareness of the importance of strength and cardio-vascular fitness for sporting activity.

Season, Dates & Times: Wednesday 7:00am – 8:00am

Location:Terms 1, 2 and 3: Secondary CampusTerm 4: Robelle Domain Parklands and Robelle Lagoon, Springfield


Additional Information:- Students are expected to wear TSAC PE uniform

to take part in activities.- A singlet will be provided to students who are

regular attendees at Fitness Club. - Students should come equipped with the

following equipment:• Sunscreen and running cap • College PE uniform • Swimming togs or water suitable clothing

(TSAC if possible) (Term 4 only)• Specialist running shoes are advised • Towel

• Water bottle

- Permission via Parent Lounge must be granted before students are allowed to take part in Fitness Club.

Golf ProgramStaff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: The College provides avenues for talented golfers to pursue their golfing career ambitions through links established with Brookwater Golf Club. Each week, students involved come out of class to participate in the program.

Season, Dates & Times:The program, facilitated by resident PGA member Mr John Collins, provides one-on-one instruction, including on course instruction, as well as extensive practice opportunities. Lessons take place throughout the year and lesson times are negotiated between the Dean of Curriculum, parents and Brookwater Golf Club.

Location: Brookwater Golf Club, 1 Tournament Drive, Brookwater


Additional Information:- This program is only open to elite golfers

and must be applied for by submitting an expression of interest to the Principal and the Director of Sport.

- Students in the program negotiate a reduced school subject load to provide time within the school day to complete assessments and homework. A key element of the program is the desire to ensure students participating in the program progress well academically and exit the College with academic credentials that support a range of career options should Golf not be part of the long term career path.

- Parents are expected to transport their child to and from the lessons and any tournaments.

- If your child is interested in the Golf Program, please contact Mr Andy Holmes via email [email protected] or Mr John Collins via email [email protected].

GBC Football (Girls)Staff Contact: Mr Scott Harding

Activity Overview: Competitive girls’ soccer for girls in Years 7 to 12. Students will compete in the GBC during Term 2, and participate in selected carnivals and tournaments, including The Uhlsport Cup and The Brisbane Christian Schools Cup, over the course of the year.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Wednesday and Friday Afternoons 3:30pm – 4:30pm (Term 1 from Week 6 & Term 2)

Matches: 7 rounds Saturday Morning between 8:00am – 11:00am (Term 2)

Location:Training - Secondary Campus Oval, The Springfield Anglican CollegeMatches - Home Matches - Primary Campus OvalAway Matches – Varies


Additional Information:- Location of cup and tournament games will

be determined once the individual draws have been conducted.

- Should a team secure a top two placing, they will qualify for the Grand Final.

- School shirts will be provided.- Students are required to provide their own

shorts, socks, shin pads and boots.

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GBC NetballStaff Contact: Ms Carolyn Ball

Activity Overview: GBC Netball provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in the sport. It is a designated girls’ competition. The College has historically placed six teams within the Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) competition split between Open, Intermediate and Junior divisions.

Season, Dates & Times:Training:Wednesday and Friday Afternoons 3:30pm – 4:30pm (Term 2). Training times are advertised in Term 1 to ensure girls are able to meet the training requirements for the season.

Matches: 5 RoundsSaturday Morning from 8:00am (Term 2)Commencing Saturday 6 May

Location:Training - Secondary Campus Courts,

MatchesHome - Secondary Campus Courts, Away - Varies (fixtures are published early in the week to assist with travel requirements)


Additional Information:- Team selection commences towards the end

of Term 1, and depending upon the number of girls who show interest in representing the College, trials may be held.

- All players are expected to attend training.- Should a team be successful and secure a

place in the Grand Finals, this will be played on Saturday 10 June at Faith Lutheran College, Plainlands.

- Uniforms are provided as a part of the College’s uniform hire scheme.

- Students are asked to source appropriate footwear and TSAC socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.

Mountain Bike ClubStaff Contact: Mr Hilton Whitehorne

Activity Overview: The Mountain Bike Club operates as a fun activity that aims to develop bicycle handling skills and aerobic fitness. Designed to foster student participation at all ability levels whilst promoting bike skills.

Season, Dates & Times: Wednesday Lunchtime 1:05pm – 2:05pm

Location: Secondary Campus


Additional Information:- Students are expected to wear TSAC PE uniform

to take part in activities.- Students will need to come equipped with the

following equipment:• Sunscreen • College PE uniform • Functional and serviced Mountain Bike• Sturdy and enclosed running shoes • Australian Safety Standard approved helmet• Water bottle

• Sunglasses

- Permission via Parent Lounge must be grant-ed before students are allowed to take part in Mountain Bike Club.

GBC RugbyStaff Contact: Graham Swinton

Activity Overview: GBC Rugby provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in the sport. It is a designated boy’s competition. The College is member of the Senior GBC competition, with students competing against other member Colleges of the competition.

Season, Dates & Times:Training:Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons 3:30pm-5:00pm (Term 2)

Matches: 5 Rounds plus Finals (Term 2) Saturday Morning from 9:00amAdditional Rugby Sevens Carnival held at the start of term. The College enters teams in three age divisions, U13, U15 and U18. All ages are taken as of 1 January in the year of competition.


Matches -Home Matches – Primary Campus OvalAway Matches – Varies . Cost Information: Inclusive of school fees

Additional Information:- Students are provided with a TSAC playing

shirt and shorts to wear for matches, which they must return at the end of the season.

- Students are expected to buys their own rugby socks from the uniform shop.

- Students must wear a mouthguard in order to train and play fixtures.

TSAC Rowing ClubStaff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: The Springfield Anglican College Rowing Club is open to students currently in Years 7 and 8. In partnership with the Centenary Rowing Club and Youth Row Ipswich, students are able to join the rowing program and develop their rowing technique. Students can choose the boat types they wish to compete in varying from a single skull boat to a quadruple scull boat.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Generally, one afternoon per week and one weekend morning, to be determined by Centenary Rowing Club and advertised at the start of the rowing season (October). Once crews are selected in an Interschool Development Squad, training times may be increased with a third training session.

Regattas: Various dates throughout the season (October to March).

Location:Training - Centenary Rowing Club, Sumners Road, Riverhills Regattas - Varies

Cost Information: Various entry fees for the Regattas apply

Additional Information:- All boats are provided by Centenary Rowing

Club.- Additional rowing sessions may take place in

the Fitness Studio.- Parents are expected to transport their child to

and from the venue for training and Regattas.- If your child is interested in the Rowing

Program please contact Mr Simon Newcombe (President) on telephone 0414711331 or via email [email protected].

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GBC SwimmingStaff Contact: Ms Trina Meiklejohn

Activity Overview: GBC Swimming provides opportunities for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in the sport. The GBC Swim Carnival allows students to compete against other member Schools and Colleges.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Tuesday and Thursday Mornings 6:00am – 7:30am (Term 1)

Location:Training – Waterworx, 22A Commercial Drive, Springfield

Cost Information: Inclusive of school fees (including pool entry fees)

Additional Information:- A swim camp will take place prior to the start of Term 1.- Students are provided with a TSAC swimming cap to

wear at carnivals.- Students are expected to wear TSAC swimming

costumes at all carnivals.- Parents are responsible for transporting their students

to and from all training sessions.

Running Club (Secondary)Staff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: Running Club provides an opportunity for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to improve their own level of fitness. The College enters a Cross Country team in the annual Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) Cross Country Championships as well as other various running meets throughout the year.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Friday Morning; 7.15am – 8.00amTraining times are advertised at the start of Term 1 to ensure all runners are able to meet the training requirements for the year.

Championship: Thursday 25 May

Location:Training - Secondary Campus OvalChampionship - Rivermount College, Yatala


Additional Information:- A running singlet is provided as part of the College’s uniform

hire scheme when attending external running meets.- Students are to source appropriate footwear and TSAC

socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.- Students are encouraged to join the Fitness Club as part

of the conditioning program.

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GBC Boys VolleyballStaff Contact: Mr Andy Holmes

Activity Overview: GBC Boys Volleyball provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in sport. The College enters six teams in the Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) competition split between Junior, Intermediate and Open divisions.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: One Morning Per Week between 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Term 1)Training times are advertised in Term 4 (school year prior) to ensure all players are able to meet the training requirements for the season.Opens should attend two training sessions per week

Matches:8 Rounds (Term 1)Saturday Morning from 8:00amFixtures are published early in the week to assist with travel arrangements

Location:Training - Secondary Campus Courts

Matches -Home - Secondary Campus CourtsAway – Varies (please check full fixture list on College website)


Additional Information:- Should a team secure a top two placing, they

will qualify for the Grand Final to be held at Sheldon College in the final week of the season.



GBC Girls VolleyballStaff Contact: Mr Hilton Whitehorne

Activity Overview: GBC Girls Volleyball provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in sport. The College enters six teams in the Greater Brisbane Conference (GBC) competition split between Junior, Intermediate and Open divisions.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: One Afternoon Per Week between 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Term 3)Training times are advertised in Term 2 to ensure all players are able to meet the training requirements for the seasonOpens should attend two training sessions per week

Matches:8 RoundsSaturday Morning from 8:00amFixtures are published early in the week to assist with travel arrangements


Matches -Home - Secondary Campus CourtsAway – Varies (please check full fixture list on College website)


Additional Information:- Uniforms are provided as part of the College’s

uniform hire scheme.- Students are to source appropriate footwear

and TSAC socks in line with the College’s uniform guidelines.

- Should a team secure a top two placing, they will qualify for the Grand Final to be held at Redeemer Lutheran College in the final week of the season.

GBC Girls Touch FootballStaff Contact: Mrs Leanne Zendler

Activity Overview: GBC Girls Touch Football provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College. The College is a member of the GBC competition.

There are three divisions in the GBC competition:• Junior (Years 7 and 8)• Intermediate (Years 9 and 10)• Open (Years 11 and 12)

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Thursday 3:30pm – 5:00pm (Term 3)Preseason training can start at the end of Term 2 as well as a clinic during the school holidays.

Matches:Saturday Morning (Term 3)Each week a schedule with the game times is published.


Matches -Varies (each week a schedule with the game times is published)


Additional Information:- Students are provided with a TSAC playing

singlet to wear for games, which must be returned at the end of the season.

- Students are encouraged to purchase the TSAC bike pants and TSAC sports socks. Players can play in TSAC sports shorts.

- Touch football shoes (no metal tags) can be worn for training and the games. Students can play in sports shoes if they do not own touch shoes.

GBC Tennis (Boys & Girls)Staff Contact: Mr Hilton Whitehorne (Boys) and Mrs Ann Haines-Shipman (Girls)

Activity Overview: GBC Tennis provides fixtures for students in Years 7 to 12 who wish to represent the College in the sport. The College is member of the Greater Brisbane Conference competition, with students competing against other member Colleges of the competition.

Season, Dates & Times:Training: Tuesday and Friday 7:00am – 8:00am (Term 1)

Matches:7 rounds plus FinalsSaturday Morning from 8:00amCommencing Saturday 4 February


Matches -Home - Lifetime Tennis, Ambiwerra Tennis Centre, Corner of Erinvale St and Rolfe St, CorindaAway - Varies


Additional Information:- Should a team be successful and secure a

place in the Grand Finals, this will be played on Saturday 25th March.

- Students are provided with a TSAC playing shirt and shorts for wear during matches, which they must return at the end of the season.

- Students are presented with a tennis cap, which they can keep.

- Most students will use their own racquets however school racquets are available if students wish to use these.

- Match balls and warm up balls will be supplied.

- Each fixture is played over 6 sets.

- Players are ranked within their team from 1 to 4 based upon ability.

- Each player is required to play in both a singles and a doubles match against their corresponding ranked opponent.

- All matches are played over one set – first to six games (tiebreaker at 6 all).

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Audio Visual ClubStaff Contact: Mrs Vanessa O’Shaughnessy (Terms 1 and 2) and Ms Teresa Jenkins (Terms 3 and 4)

Activity Overview: Students work with iPads and learn about movie making and production skills, stop motion and animation. The students will learn skills and techniques during the lesson which they will apply to their own projects. Open to students from Years 3 to 6.

Activity Time: Wednesday 3:15pm – 4:15pm Term 1 – Year 5Term 2 – Year 3Term 3 – Year 6Term 4 – Year 4

Location: Primary Campus (Classroom of 6O)

Cost Information: Inclusive of school fees. Students are re-quired to have the iMovie app. Students will also be asked to download relevant movie making apps during the term. Free apps will be sourced where possible and additional costs should not exceed $10.

Additional Information:- All students require an iPad and the iMovie app to par-

ticipate in this club

- School iPads will be provided for the Year 3 students

- Additional time at home may be required in order to complete projects to a high standard

Clubs and Activities

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Bright SparksStaff Contact: Mrs Lorraine Breingan

Activity Overview: Bright Sparks is an extension and enrichment programme designed for highly capable and self-motivated students. During sessions, students have the opportunity to prepare for various external competitions that are held throughout the year.

The course outline for 2017 is as follows:

Rhyme isn’t Everything Students learn techniques that will help them appreciate that every word counts in poetry. They will learn how to paint pictures with their words to convey meaning and entertainment to their audience.

Opti-minds Program This is a competition that focuses on content, process and product through open ended challenges. It encourages individual and group excellence through creative and critical problem solving, co-operative group work and higher order thinking. Students will be encouraged to ‘think outside the box’ and to come up with creative ways to communicate solutions to problems. For the actual challenge, students will have six weeks to prepare their solution and presentation and will compete against a large number of Brisbane schools in the regional competition. This will take place in late August on either a Saturday or Sunday (to be confirmed).

All things Mathematics Focuses on preparation for the Australian Mathematics Competition as well as the Maths Teams Challenge. Students will have the opportunity to work through past papers and learn strategies for applying their already strong knowledge base to solve more complex problems. In this way, they will have the opportunity to strengthen both their individual and collaborative problem solving skills.

The Quest Students will be taught a number of more complex, higher level concepts in the areas of Literacy, Numeracy and Science. Most of these concepts will come from work that is usually covered in Years 9 to 12. The students will be given a series of challenges and tasks to accomplish which will utilise their newly-developed knowledge and understanding.

Activity Time: Thursday Afternoon 3:00pm – 4:15pm

Location: Primary Campus (Chinese Room)Please note that debating evenings will take place at other local schools (times and locations to be con-firmed)

Cost Information: Inclusive in school fees. Please be aware that there is a charge to enter the Australian Mathematics Competition of $6 per entry

Cheerleading

Staff Contact: Ms Melanie Arthur

Activity Overview: Cheerleading is an exciting opportunity available to students at TSAC, coordinated by Ms Melanie Arthur. Melanie taught cheerleading, dance and sport aerobics at Sunshine Coast Grammar School for ten years, where she also worked as a Secondary School Business Teacher. Melanie has taught Cheerleading at TSAC since 2011. This year Melanie will also be joined by Rebecca O’Connor from Bust a Move Dance. Rebecca will be taking the Recreational Cheerleading Team this year, while Melanie will focus on the Competition Team. The classes are open to both boys and girls from Prep to Year 6.

Activity Time:

Training: Monday

- Recreational Cheerleading Team (Prep to Year 4) 3.00pm - 3.30pm

- Competition Cheerleading Team (Years 4 to 6) 3.30pm - 4.15pm

Location:

Training: Primary Campus (Dance Room)

Cost Information:

$35 annual registration fee plus:

- Recreational Team - $10 per session

- Competition Cheerleading Team - $12 per session

Additional costs apply for uniform and competition entry.


- Comprehensive details about cheerleading uniforms, events, and competitions is available upon enquiry.

Code Club

Staff Contact: Mrs Laura Bain (Terms 1 and 3) and Mrs Kate Frewin (Terms 2 and 4)

Activity Overview: Taking place in our Maker Space, The Fab Lab – Students are invited to expand their skills in technology and have lots of fun while getting a taste of coding and computer programming, working with programmable robots and visual coding interfaces. Code Club is open to students from Years 3 to 6.

Activity Time: Wednesday 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Term 1 – Year 6

Term 2 - Year 5

Term 3 - Year 4

Term 4 - Year 3

Location: Primary Campus (Maker Space)


da Vinci Decathlon

Staff Contact: Mrs Lorraine Breingan

Activity Overview: The da Vinci Decathlon consists of ten academically challenging events including:

- Mathematics and Chess

- English

- Science

- Code Breaking

- Engineering

- Ideation

- Creative Producers

- Art and Poetry

- Cartography

- General Knowledge

The decathlon is an inter-school gala competition and teams consist of eight students who work on the various events concurrently, drawing on the particular strength of the team members.

Teams include: Years 5 and 6; Years 7 and 8; Years 9 and 10

Activity Time:

Preparation: To take place over a number of months in both school time and during afternoons sessions after school. Details of the times and dates will be communicated directly to the parents and relevant students. Times will differ depending on the year level of the students. Competition: The competition is a one-day gala event held in May.

Location:

Preparation - Primary and Secondary campuses, depending on the year levels

Competition - A.B Patterson College, Gold Coast



- Students are invited to participate in this event and there will be a strong focus on teamwork. Dedicated commitment to attending all preparation sessions will be required.

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Primary Chess Club

Staff Contact: Mrs Kate Parfrement

Activity Overview: Primary Chess Club is open to any student in Years 3 to 6 who have an interest in learning more about the game of Chess. An invitation to join and register for Chess Club opens each school term. Most students attend all year round and benefit from the professional coaching that is offered. A tournament runs throughout the year, with successful students being rewarded with Trophies and Medallions.

Activity Time: Tuesday 3.15pm - 4.15pm

Location: Primary Campus (Library)



- Students gather outside the Library at 3pm for afternoon tea. Chess Club starts promptly at 3.15pm

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Primary Debating Club

Staff Contact: Mrs Lorraine Breingan

Activity Overview: Participation in Primary Debating Club prepares students to compete in the Local Schools Debating Competition. This is an inter-school competition between several schools in the local area.

Activity Time:

Preparation: Monday Lunchtime 1:30pm – 2:05pm and Tuesday Mornings 7:45am – 8:15am (during the debating season).

Debates: Monday Evenings

Location:

Preparation – Primary Campus (Annex to Year 6 Classrooms)

Debates - Various schools throughout the Springfield area



- Parents are required to transport students to and from the debating venue on Monday evenings

- Participation in debating is by invitation only. Students interested in debating should indicate their interest with their teacher who will pass this on to the Learning Enhancement teacher

Secondary Debating Club

Staff Contact: Mrs Lorraine Breingan and Mrs Kristina Patch

Activity Overview: Participation in Secondary Debating club prepares students to compete in the QDU (Queensland Debating Union) debating competition. This is an inter-school competition with teams coming from many schools throughout Brisbane.

Activity Time:

Preparation: Friday Lunchtimes 1:30pm – 2:05pm and at other times as needed prior to a debate

Debates: Wednesday Evenings

Location:

Preparation: Secondary Campus (B1)

Debates: Mansfield State High School, Mansfield



- Parents are required to transport students to and from the debating venue on Wednesday evenings

- Participation in debating is by invitation only. Students interested in debating should indicate their interest to Mrs Patch or Mrs Breingan directly.

Highland Dancing

Staff Contact: Ms Barbara McCullough

Activity Overview: Highland dancing is one of the most sophisticated forms of National Dancing in the world. Children as young as four years old through to adults learn the fine art of Highland Dancing. It is well known as high cardiovascular exercise. If you want to be part of an international sport which can take you all over the world and keep you fit, then Highland Dancing could be for you.

Activity Time

Tuesday Afternoon

- Primary (ages 4 to 7) / Beginner Class (ages 7+) 4:15pm - 5:15pm

- Novice/Premier Class 5:30pm to 6:30/7:00pm

Thursday Afternoon

- Primary (ages 4 to 7) / Beginner Class (ages 7+) 4:15pm - 5:15pm

- Novice/Premier Class 5:30pm to 6:30/7:00pm


Cost Information:

Additional costs involved for tuition and costumes.


- Comprehensive information regarding costs and competitions can be provided upon enquiry.

Science Club

Staff Contact: Mrs Judy Morris

Activity Overview: Science Club is an extension opportunity for students with an interest in science. The Club is open to students in Years 4 to 12. Activities are usually hands-on practical laboratory experiments.

Activity Time: Every 2nd Wednesday 3.15pm – 4.15pm

Location: Secondary Campus (Biology Laboratory Room D6)



- Parents whose children attend the Primary Campus may arrange for their children to come across on the College bus. Students need to be collected from the Secondary Campus

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Senior Campus Mathematics and Science Tutoring

Staff Contact: Mr Allan Yates

Activity Overview: Mathematics and Science Tutoring for Years 7 to 12. Students are encouraged to come with prepared questions directly related to their classwork/assignment/revision for exams.

Activity Time:

Monday and Friday Mornings 7:30am – 8:25am

Location: Secondary Campus (Room G1)



- Unique inclusive service only offered at The Springfield Anglican College

Social Justice Group

Staff Contact: Mrs Kristina Patch

Activity Overview: The Social Justice Group is open to students from Years 7 to 12 who are interested in engaging with opportunities to make the world a better place. Students decide each term what issue they are interested in and spend time fund raising and participating in raising awareness of this issue. Members of the Justice Group have the opportunity to participate in inter-school events such as “The Night at the Cathedral” as well as organising actions within TSAC itself.

Activity Time: Monday Lunchtime 1:30pm – 2:05pm

Location: Secondary Campus (Multi-Purpose Centre)



- Students are welcome to join on a term by term or yearly basis

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Technology Club

Staff Contact: Mr Mike King

Activity Overview: Technology Club offers a range of technology based projects to students that include robotics challenges, design productions and guitar making. The Club aims to offer real world scenarios for students to solve while they continue to develop their practical skills with tooling. Students are also welcome to come and work on their own projects from the classroom to get additional time and support to extend their opportunities to support classroom work.

Activity Time: Tuesday and Wednesday Afternoons 3:20pm - 4:20pm

Commencing:

Term 1 – Tuesday 7 February

Term 2 – Tuesday 25 April

Term 3 - Tuesday 25 July

Term 4 – Tuesday 10 October

Location: Secondary Campus (G-Block)


Additional costs apply for those choosing to make guitars which covers the cost of the kit purchased


- Depending on interest, the club may partake in weekend competitions in Term 3 over two weekends

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