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Mr Damien CarltonPRINCIPAL
From the Principal
T 02 9548 4000 • www.boscocollege.nsw.edu.au • E [email protected]
NEWSLETTER9 NOVEMBER 2018 | VOLUME 42 NO. 35 TERM 4 - WEEK 4 - 2018
Salesian Principals visit: Bosco College hosted the Principals and RECs of Australia and the Pacific late last week. We met to discuss Salesian matters and faith formation. We invited them to tour our College, facilities and they also toured the Dunlea Centre. These regular meetings are important for our Salesian Colleges in order to maintain and sustain our common goals and to contribute to the work of Don Bosco, educating the young.
Remembrance Day: On Thursday, the College stopped to honour and pray for all the men and women who have lost their lives in war. The students undertook a Remembrance Ceremony in the assembly yard which emphasised the specific contributions of soldiers and nurses from World War I. It also included artistic presentations by the Art Club led by Mrs Dalton and Miss Miskle, a poem by Isaac Pietrzak and a beautiful song written by Hannah McMahon & accompanied by Lauren Frawley of Year 9. This year there was a sea of poppies on every student which were designed by Mrs Panagio, constructed by Mrs Vicky Trotter (Grandmother to Rhiannon and Kyra Perrett) and Savio 5, and some Year 10 and Year 7 students. The community prayed for the need for peace, tolerance and understanding in our world. Lest We Forget. I thank Mrs Perrett, Ms Halpin and Year 9 Newman class for preparing the solemn ceremony today.
The Teachers' Guild of NSW Award: Congratulations to Ms Allyse Miskle, our Art Teacher, who was one of four finalists for The Teachers' Guild of NSW Award for 'Early Career Educator: Secondary Division Certificate of Excellence.' It is an achievement to be nominated, let alone be a finalist. It is outstanding that Ms Miskle has been recognised for excellence so early in her career. Mrs Rhonda Thompson (Leader of Learning & Teaching) and I were pleased to be there in support of Ms Miskle and she was a deserving recipient of the award. We, at Bosco, are extremely proud of her work and proud of her achievement.
Year 12 Formal: The Formal will be held next Friday evening 16 November, at Doltone House, Sylvania starting at 7pm. This is the last time our senior class will be together as members of the Bosco College community. I look forward to enjoying the final farewells and wishing our Year 12 students all the best with the future.
Rest in Peace: It is with great sadness that we pray for the repose of the soul of Daniel Fabris (Class of 2003) and Emma Byers (Class of 2011) who passed away recently. All members of the College community pray for the family and friends of Daniel and Emma. May they rest in the peace of Christ.
REMEMBRANCE DAYThey shall grow not old,
as we that are left grow old;Age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.At the going down of the sun
and in the morningWe will remember them.
LEST WE FORGET
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CALENDAR
2018Friday 9 November
HSC Examinations Conclude
Annual Commemoration Mass 6pm, College Chapel
Monday 12 NovemberYears 9 & 10 Yearly Examinations Begin
Thursday 15 NovemberYear 11 'U Turn the Wheel'
Friday 16 NovemberYear 12 Formal
Thursday 22 NovemberYear 7 2019 Orientation
Morning & Year 7 2019 Parent Info
Evening 7pm
Monday 26 November - Friday 30 November
Year 10 Work Experience
Sunday 2 December - Tuesday 4 December
Duke of Ed
Monday 3 December - Friday 7 December
Year 10 Activities Week
Monday 10 DecemberAwards Evening 7pm College Hall
Tuesday 11 DecemberYear 10 Mass & Social
(Last Day Year 10 & 11 only)Year 11 Picnic Day
Thursday 13 DecemberChristmas Liturgy
Friday 14 DecemberYears 7, 8 & 9 Picnic Day Last Day Years 7, 8 & 9
Monday 17 DecemberParent/ Teacher Interviews
Tuesday 18 December & Wednesday 19 December
Staff Planning Days for 2019
Remembrance Day
On Thursday of this week, the College gathered to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War I; November 11 1918, the day the armistice to end four years of bloodshed was signed and the guns fell silent on the Western Front. We gathered as a community to remember all who have died in war, but especially those who sacrificed themselves in ‘the war to end all wars’.
Young people are sometimes criticised for being self-absorbed, however, throughout our commemoration ceremony the respect shown by our students, your children, was exceptional. They understand the sacrifices that were made, in some cases by young men no older than themselves, and they demonstrated this through their actions. We were proud of them. You would have been too.
Student Health Plans
Due to ongoing illness, allergies or medical conditions, a number of our students require specific medical plans that provide valuable information to the College about the best ways to ensure their ongoing wellbeing. Each year the families of these students are asked to update their children’s health plans to ensure that the College has the most recent diagnoses and suggested treatments. Over the coming two weeks I will be communicating with the families of students with health plans requesting an update of information. If you receive a request for updated information please reply by the end of 2018, so that all student health plans can be finalised prior to school commencing in 2019. If your child does not have a current health plan but you feel they may require one, please contact me at the College so that we can discuss the best way to support your child.
Assistant Principal | Mr Peter Halpin
NO ACT OF KINDNESS, NO MATTER HOW SMALL,
IS EVER WASTED
WELLBEING @ BOSCO
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Learning & Curriculum Coordinator | Mrs Belinda Westwood
YEAR 11 -
YEAR 10 Exams
YEAR 9 ExamsYEAR 8 English, Italian, ReligionYEAR 7 History, PDHPE, Maths
ASSESSMENT DATES FOR TERM 4 WEEK 5 | 12 NOVEMBER - 16 NOVEMBER
The following assessments are due in the upcoming week:
UPCOMING EXAMS >>
YEARS 9 & 10 YEARLY EXAMSMonday 12 November – Friday 16 November
Dear Parents and Welcome Guests,
It is with great pleasure that you are invited to attend our
2018 NEWMAN SYMPOSIUM. This celebration of the Newman students’ achievements will be held on
Wednesday 28 November at 3:30pm - 5:00pm in the College Hall.We look forward to your presence at this event.
A school that prepares for life
T 02 9548 4000 • www.boscocollege.nsw.edu.au
MEMORIAL MASS
The Mass will be celebrated by our College Chaplain, Fr Peter Carroll sdb, at 6pm in our College chapel.
We would dearly love to see any members of your family attend our Mass as we see it as an
important way to connect those who have been attached to the Salesian spirit here at Bosco.
We look forward to sharing with you a special time of remembrance.
A reminder that tonight, Friday 9 November 2018,
St John Bosco College will be commemorating our Annual Memorial Mass.
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Remembrance Day - A personal contribution to understanding war | Ms Michelle Halpin
Remembrance Day is not a uniquely Australian
commemoration but is a significant day for many
nations across the world as it marks the end of
World War I. Setting some time aside to honour
those who have fallen is an important part of the
acknowledgement of the tragedy of war. However,
the College has made this year’s service unique
and special for our Year 9 History students. As
part of their history assessment last term, students
were asked to create a commemorative piece on a
soldier of their choice to feature in the service. The
College marked this special occasion on Thursday
8 November which featured the works of some of
the amazing commemorative pieces created by our
Year 9 students who were awarded as the first place
recipients of their chosen category. The following
students will receive a certificate and gift card
for their outstanding commemorative
pieces and their contribution to the
Remembrance Day service at the College.
Arwen Baker presented her
photo board
commemorating
nurse Dorothie
Feilding.
Zoe Cassar created
an Imovie
presentation
that reflected
upon role her
great-great
grandfather
played in World
War One and
subsequent wars.
Lauren Frawley created a
booklet on her
grandfather
Michael Thomas
Frawley which
contains
information,
diary entries and
many photos.
Hayden Lindsay designed
a sketchup
commemorating
soldier Harry
Thorpe who
fought on the
Western Front.
Zoe Maher created
an Imovie
presentation
commemorating
William Charles
Stoerkel who
fought in
the Battle of
Messines.
Jordan Marrum
created a digital
artwork of
soldier Archie
Albert Barwick
who, from the
country, fought
in the Gallipoli
Campaign and
battles such as
Pozieres and Lys.
Hannah McMahon wrote
her own song
which reflects
the struggles
and challenges
of British nurse
Edith Cavell.
Tahlia Oldfield created an
artwork on
soldier William
Allan Irwin,
an Indigenous
soldier who
fought in the
First World War.
Isaac Pietrzak
wrote a poem
commemorating
soldier Leslie
Allan Stevens
who fought and
died in the Battle
of the Somme.
Lachlan Weekes
wrote a script
highlighting the
experiences of
soldier Darwan
Singh Negi .
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2018 REMEMBRANCE DAY
We will remember them .... Lest we forget
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High Tea Excursion | Mrs Melinda Wagner & Mrs Claire Moroney
On Thursday 25 October, Year 10 Food Technology
travelled to Vaucluse House Tea Rooms to take part
in High Tea. The day out at Vaucluse House was an
amazing experience, with a view of the park area nearby,
and lovely food and drinks. We had the chance to try
three different teas: Jasmine, a herbal tea called ‘Gone
Surfing’ and a black Chocolate Caramel Brownie tea.
We had foods including chicken and egg sandwiches,
mini asparagus tarts, decadent mini meringues, scones
with jam and cream, and panna cotta jars all served on
a beautiful tiered platter. The day out at Vaucluse House
was wonderful and definitely helped show us how to
style and prepare for our own high tea assessment.
Written By Rhiannon Perrett & Niamh Rosser
Pastoral Care Coordinator| Mrs Simone Babic
St John Bosco College is pleased to
announce that the Student Eyecare
Program will be running next year. An
optometrist will be onsite during school
hours to provide students with a free
comprehensive eye examination that is
covered through Medicare Australia. 1
in 6 students have eye conditions that
go undetected. This is due to the high
level of visual demand on their eyes from
books, laptops, tablets and smartphones.
Every student will receive a full report
about their eye health and a prescription
will be provided if glasses are required.
The prescription can be taken to any
optical store to get the glasses made.
A letter has been sent home with your
child with more information. Please fill
out the form and return to the front
office asap.
Don’t miss out
Free Eye Tests Covered through Medicare
Haven’t had your eyes tested in a while? According to the Optometry Association of Australia, every person should get
their eyes checked at least once every two years. Full eye tests will be conducted at St John Bosco College.
At least 1 in every 6 students have vision issues that go undetected. Typical symptoms that go undetected are quick loss of concentration, reading
avoidance, blurry vision, tired eyes and headaches. All students are given a detailed report at the end of their eye tests.
Find out if your child’s eyes are in good condition!
For more info, please visit www.studenteyecare.com.au (02) 8188 1336
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This presentation will provide an overview of how
young people use technology and the risks they may
be exposed to. Participants will be given practical
information to support conversations and safety
measures for today’s youth. Strategies for the safe
use of the internet will be explained and useful links
to the Office’s eSafety resources provided.
Tuesday 4 December 20182pm - 4pmLoftus campus, Rawson Avenue, Loftus NSW 2232 Loftus
Please register here: https://www.sutherlandshire.
nsw.gov.au/Community/Community-Support-
Services/Young-People/Esafety-Workshop-Dec-2018
eSafety Workshop by Sutherland Shire Council
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Year 9 Food Technology Students excel at Events Management
As part of the Year 9 Food Technology 'Food for
Celebrations' Unit, students were asked to plan
and present a Celebration Event of their choice.
Once an event was determined, students had to
set up a visual display to reflect the theme with
accompanying decorations, invitation and a party/
favours package. Baking and decorating a celebration
cake to compliment the concept was a highlight of
the activity.
All students worked enthusiastically on this task and
created some amazing displays, supported with high
quality and professional invitations, party favours and
celebration cakes.
Every student is to be congratulated on the effort and
enthusiasm they applied to this activity.
The next challenge for the students is to plan, prepare
and present a sweet food buffet for the Year 10
Social. We are confident the students will amaze us
with their expertise.
Mrs Claire Moroney, Mrs Melinda Wagner & Mrs El Akkoumi
BLABThe first round of BLAB words
for the term has been completed.
Congratulations to MacKillop 2 for
levelling up to a red card by gaining
193 teacher signatures. An amazing
effort! MacKillop House is leading the
competition, followed by Chisholm, and
Dunlea and Savio in equal third place.
Congratulations to the following students who received
a $5 canteen voucher: Haylee Massey, Mitchell Bardsley,
Chloe Wood and Rose Bullard.
The BLAB words for weeks 4 and 5 are source, strive,
reflection and, for students in the Newman classes,
advantageous. It would be very beneficial for students
if these words could be displayed in a prominent place
and used at home. Perhaps you could conduct your own
competition!
Literacy and Numeracy Coordinator | Mrs Peta Batty
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Looking for Volunteers!!St John Bosco College is looking for
volunteers to help out with the Mock
Interview Program for our Year 10 students
scheduled for Monday 3 to Friday 7
December from 9:00 am – 11:00 am. Your
participation will provide young people with
the opportunity to have a mock interview,
to give them a real interview experience and
receive valuable feedback.
If you are available and interested in
this program, please email
[email protected] or call on
9521 0500
VET & Careers Coordinator | Mrs Cathryn Sullivan
C O MI N G S
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Pastoral Care Coordinator| Mrs Simone Babic
On Thursday 8 November, Pastoral classes competed in Round 2 of the House Competitions which are held to
promote school spirit amongst their houses. Many thanks to our newly appointed Year 12 Leadership Team for 2019
who ran the events across the College grounds: College Captains: Tara Stanton, Patrick Cordina,
Vice Captains: Grace Luciano, Elliot Waugh, Social Justice Leaders: Mia Stevens, Ethan Westwood, Community
Service Leaders: Jessica Woodward, Liam Heinz, Chisholm House Captains: Alyssa Moffitt, Bailey O'Mara, Dunlea
House Captains: Michaela Scutts, Nicholas Beattie, MacKillop House Captains: Hollie Ebb, Ethan Snowsill, Savio
House Captains: Thomas Bryant, Cameron Hamilton.
Trivia Music Competition
Dunlea and Chisholm competed in Round 2 challenge with Dunlea 2
winning $40 towards their pastoral class.
Next week there will be a sudden death Trivia to decide the winning Chisholm House.
Knockout Cup Competition
MacKillop and Savio competed in this exciting challenge. Congratulations to both Houses who ended up on equal
points. On Monday there will be a tug-of-war challenge to decide the winning House.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO ROUND 3 NEXT WEEK.
HOUSE COMPETITIONS
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Uniform Shop Canteen Roster
Monday 12 November Tracy Dimmock
Tuesday 13 November Danielle Laing
Wednesday 14 November Leonie Stone
Thursday 15 November
Friday 16 November Sharni Lackey
Monday 19 November Melanie Schofield
Tuesday 20 November Kim Mayer
Anita Richardson
Wednesday 21 November Raelene Ryan
Thursday 22 November
Friday 23 November
The second-hand Uniform Shop will be open
Wednesday afternoon of Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9
3.00 - 3.45pm &
Friday morning of Weeks 2, 4, 6 and 8
8.30 - 9.30am
THE NEXT OPEN DATES FOR TERM 4 2018 ARE: WEDNESDAY 14 NOVEMBER, 3.00pm - 3.45pm
FRIDAY 23 NOVEMBER, 8.30am - 9.30am(please note cash only for Blazer purchases)
Tuesday, 4th December 7pm, Primary School hall$35 per Kit includes everything you need
to create a fantastic house. Numbers are strictly limited, so get in quick!
Email or call Jeanette Ph. [email protected]
St John Bosco Primary SchoolAnnual Christmas Gingerbread House
Making Evening is on again!
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INSTORE & ONLINE - THURSDAY 15TH NOVEMBER* Excludes gift cards & all suit packages. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Floor stock only.
Styles and colours may vary from store to store. No rain checks. Please choose carefully, exchanges and refunds only with docket. Includes existing 5% discount. Offer ends midnight (AEDT) 15/11/18. Must use Zero or Rewards card to receive discount.
AND EVERYTHING ELSE SCHOOLWEAR
GREAT BENEFITS / ZERO INTEREST R E WA R D S C L U B
20%OFF
*
Shop & Savefor Christmas
Exclusive offer to ZERO & REWARDS CARD HOLDERS
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www.boscocollege.nsw.edu.au
CHRISTMAS MASS TIMETABLE 2018
PARISH OF ST JOHN BOSCO Engadine & Heathcote Churches
Engadine Christmas Eve 5.30pm Family Mass on Dunlea Grounds (enter through Waratah Rd)
Children are encouraged to come dressed as angels, shepherds etc. Other Masses at Engadine Church
7.30pm – Parish Choir. Carols begin at 7.00pm 9.30pm - Carols before the Youth Mass at 9.00pm
11.45pm Carols followed by Midnight Mass
Heathcote Christmas Eve Mass at 6.00pm
Engadine Christmas Day Masses at 8.00am and 9.30am
Please note there is NO 6pm Mass at Engadine Christmas Night
Heathcote Christmas Day Masses at 7.30am and 10.00am
10.30am in the HUB at John Paul Village
Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday Heathcote 10.00am – 10.50am
Engadine 4.30pm – 5.30pm 2nd Rite of Reconciliation - Communal Preparation &
Individual Reconciliation – 18th December, 7.30pm Engadine Church
The Parish of St John Bosco are looking to fill this position by mid December, 2018. The position description is available on application to the Parish Website www.bosco.org.au. Applicants should apply with a formal letter together with resume and forward to; Parish Priest Parish of St John Bosco PO Box 202 ENGADINE NSW 2233No later than Monday 19 November, 2018
POSITION VACANT
PARISH SECRETARY
CHRISTMAS MASS TIMETABLE 2018
PARISH OF ST JOHN BOSCO Engadine & Heathcote Churches
Engadine Christmas Eve 5.30pm Family Mass on Dunlea Grounds (enter through Waratah Rd)
Children are encouraged to come dressed as angels, shepherds etc. Other Masses at Engadine Church
7.30pm – Parish Choir. Carols begin at 7.00pm 9.30pm - Carols before the Youth Mass at 9.00pm
11.45pm Carols followed by Midnight Mass
Heathcote Christmas Eve Mass at 6.00pm
Engadine Christmas Day Masses at 8.00am and 9.30am
Please note there is NO 6pm Mass at Engadine Christmas Night
Heathcote Christmas Day Masses at 7.30am and 10.00am
10.30am in the HUB at John Paul Village
Sacrament of Reconciliation Every Saturday Heathcote 10.00am – 10.50am
Engadine 4.30pm – 5.30pm 2nd Rite of Reconciliation - Communal Preparation &
Individual Reconciliation – 18th December, 7.30pm Engadine Church
