SFC LEETON SCHOOL MAG 2013

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COURAGE AND PERSEVERANCE

ST FRANCIS DE SALES REGIONAL COLLEGE | DECEMBER 2013

SPORT REVIEWS & RESULTS TEAMWORK 82

EVENTS & REPORTS LEARNING 40

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Learning experiencesThe reason we arrive at school each day is to learn. This year we can review the lessons learned in LOTE, Science, TAS, VET, IT, HSIE, RE, Creative Arts, English and Maths!

Year GroupsDid your year group do anything exciting this year? Refresh your memory of all the wonderful experiences you have had this year in year 7-12.

SFCCommunityOur College community is fundamental to what makes us a great school. Reflections on community groups and events like Socials, Blood Donations and the Boarding School can be found here.

School LeadershipWe are lead by a hardworking team of Staff at SFC. The Leadership Team have provided details of their insights into the year that was.

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CONTENTS

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School Carnivals

Look back on all of those exciting moments from the Athletics, Swimming

and Cross country Carnivals. Pics galore

from three glorious days.

Yearly Events

Every year we are lucky enough to experience

loads of events and experiences. Check out

the reports and shots from Fun Day, Anzac

Day, Liturgies, Showcase.

MLC BuildingThis year saw the

construction of our state of the art learning space,

The Marcellin Learning Centre. Witness the

build progress in pictures

REP Sport Teams

Reports and results from those who Coached,

played and supported representative sport

teams. Including details of Football, Tennis, Aussie

rules, Netball and Bissa.

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All staff began the year working on further developing their understanding of The Bishop’s Mandate with Chris Cotter and Jane Plum from the Catholic Schools Office. The Bishop’s Mandate Continuing the Adventure encourages all members of staff in teaching, celebrating and living our Catholic Faith. Throughout the year students, staff and parents have been able to enrich their faith through College Masses, Retreats, a rich Religious Education Program and Social Justice initiatives.

Over the course of the year some new building construction has taken place. The Boarders’ Dining Room has received a make over, the boarding school kitchen is now state of the art with new equipment, the canteen has a new look and we now have the RetrEat cafe for senior students and staff. The new building, the Marcellin Learning Centre is made up of a new library

and new learning spaces know as the ARC (Academic Resource Centre). The library is bright, open and provides a flexible learning environment for students and staff. The ARC allows teachers and students to work together. Teachers are no longer the source of all knowledge but are facilitators of learning. Students need to work with the 21st Century skills of collaboration, using information, finding solutions, creativity and global citizenship. The ARC, like the library, is furnished to allow these skills to flourish for students and teachers.

Buildings aside, the key to good learning is about quality teaching. Teachers at St Francis always strive to deliver quality lessons which engage young people. Modern learning facilities will always help engage students but as I so often hear from the students it is all about the teacher. The teachers who draw

Principal’s Message

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Teachers at SFC always strive to deliver quality lessons which engage young people.

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A snapshot of 2013


Principal’s Message

their students in with their knowledge and expertise, their care and compassion, high expectations about learning and regular feedback is what is valued at the College.

Learning is always at the centre of all we do at St Francis College. Students are taught about their Catholic Faith and are given opportunities to bring their faith to life. I am always so very proud of how our students work to raise funds to support various Social Justice programs. They live the charisms of our founders St Marcellin Champagnat, St Mary of the Cross and Julian Tenison Woods. Working together in teams the student leaders have raised close to $29000.

Technology is a tool that is used extensively throughout St Francis to support student learning. All students in years 9-12 have individual net book computers and students in years 7 and 8

have excellent access to the computer labs. All students 7-12 will have individual devices by 2015. Technology allows teachers and student to learn together modelling collaboration, creating new ways of learning in a global community.

Another year in the life of the College is drawing to a close. I thank God every day for the joy I receive from being the Principal of this great school. Thank you students and staff for your effort and commitment throughout the year. St Francis College is also well served by a caring Boarding School staff, loyal and hardworking support staff and a wonderful parent community. I thank you all for your continued support of St Francis De Sales Regional College throughout 2013. I wish everyone all the joys of the Christmas season.

Mrs Brenda KingPrincipal

There are many, many great teachers at St Francis and I would like to acknowledge their great work this year. Our families are supportive and encouraging. Thank you for that. I would particularly like to affirm the work of our non-teaching staff. These people work in administration, cleaning, grounds, boarding, maintenance, health and so on. There are over 120 people on the payroll at St Francis. As a School we’re a pretty vital part of this town and this part of the Riverina. The college serves a generally rural community, but it’s great to see a growing diversity of student ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are all the richer for this.

I came to Leeton in 1985 and remember sitting in my one bedroom flat (Bert Dobson’s garage actually) and watched the Live Aid concerts which ran in London and Philadelphia concurrently. Phil Collins played in both cities on the same day. No live streaming or online broadcasts in those days.

Live Aid was organised to raise money for the starving millions

in Africa. The concert at Wembly by Queen is regarded as probably the greatest live performance by any band in history (YouTube it!)

Bob Geldolf (now Sir Bob), the organiser of the event, called 1985 “The Year People started GIVING”. At SFC, that is the description we could give to 2013. The amount of money contributed by students (and staff and families) to Project Compassion, World Wide Missions, Coins for Congo, NSW Cancer Council and all others charities is very inspiring. Congratulations to all. You’ve answered the rousing calls of Mr McPhee and the student leaders and you’ve made a difference!! Congratulations.

The students are terrific at SFC. By and large, they have agreed to act as respectful, responsible learners and appreciate the efforts made for them. I thank them all. We look forward to a bright and happy year of learning in 2014.

Mr Seb Spina Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal


The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. - William Arthur Ward

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Mission & Faith Formation

Growth in faith is a life journey which engages the whole person. At St Francis College we are aware that this is a crucial time in that journey for asking questions and searching for truth. Our focus for each year has been on developing a sense of self worth and an understanding we are created and loved by God, whose dream contains a path and a

future. St Francis de Sales is an inclusive community where we are committed to Christ and the Gospel values and where the Catholic faith is lived and celebrated. There are many opportunities for students to engage in activities of witness, formation and service.Students participate in liturgical celebrations which reflect the life of the community. Prayer is always an integral part of

our day and, as well as this, students are also involved in the Liturgy Roster for Leeton, Narrandera, Lockhart, Hay and other parishes. Within our ‘Faith Formation’ programs such as Retreats, there is a strong emphasis on ‘spirituality’, the importance of ‘service’ and working for the ‘coming of the Kingdom’. This year has been

another year filled with awesome opportunities to recognise their role in realising the Gospel values of helping the poor and marginalised – especially in our Mission work, along with realising the importance of Jesus as the role model for Christian living.

Mrs Janice DrewCo-ordinator of Mission and Faith

There are many opportunities for students to engage in activities of witness, formation and service

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2013 has been a busy year for staff and students at St Francis College. We have seen the opening of our wonderful new learning space (Marcellin Learning Centre), engaged in action research for the MORE Project, focussed on a number of important areas such as the importance of language/ understanding assessment standards/ differentiating the curriculum/ Google docs/ social media and prepared for the implementation of the new curriculums in Year 7 and 9 English, Mathematics, Science and History. At the start of the year we celebrated the wonderful results from the 2012 HSC Cohort. 8 students achieved ATARs above 90; there were 41 Band 6 results ( marks 90 or above) in a range of courses and 18/28 courses were above state average in their results. Many students were able to achieve their personal best by working hard and consistently and their HSC results reflected this. The students at SFC have the support and guidance of a very committed staff and while we recognise the efforts of the Year 12 teachers, the solid foundations are laid in the junior years.The focal points of the 2013 Learning and Teaching Coordinator’s Report are on the MORE Project and our 2013 Learning and Teaching Surveys results.

The MORE Project is a Commonwealth Government initiative that

focusses on providing support for students with additional learning needs. Our project focussed on Year 7 assessment and the language used in it. Our able team consisted of Mark Ciavarella, Marie Mitchell, Jane Hill, Marni Milne and me. Our task was to audit 2012 tasks for accessibility, conduct diagnostic tests in Music, Science and History, collect and graph data, interview staff members and students and present the results to the staff and to the Catholic Schools Office in November. We were fortunate to have guidance from Emeritus Professor Tony Shaddock (Special Education). The project has really emphasised the importance language can have on student access to tasks.When we administered our diagnostic tests we found that tasks that were more flexible in their mode of delivery seemed to be more accessible language wise. Subjects that were rated higher on the scale relied less on more complex subject specific terminology. Diagnostic Test 1 was structured in a traditional way whilst Diagnostic Test 2 focussed specifically on the use of language without changing the intent of each question or part of the task. Results were as follows:

We engaged in this research with enthusiasm. Our staff have undertaken professional learning delivered by Alison Burcham, a speech pathologist, and we have been represented at the CHERI: Language, Learning and Literacy Conference. This team has worked methodically and our research will hopefully bring about sustainable change in the language of assessment at SFC. The last focus of this report is to provide a snap shot of the Learning and Teaching Survey results for this year. I would like to thank all who took the time to provide us with their feedback. This information is collected and collated annually and helps us to identify areas of strength and areas for development.The end of 2013 saw the relaunch of our new and improved SFC Website. I hope it becomes a well used and useful resource. Thanks to all our school community for a successful year. I wish health and happiness to all over the Christmas period. May 2014 be a year of growth and fulfilment for all.It has been a pleasure working with you at this great school.

Shane FullerLearning & Teaching Coordinator

Learning & Teaching


26% Achieved the same results in Test 1 and 2

11% Achieved a worse result in Test 2 (by 1 mark)

63% Showed improvement in Test 2

Learning and Teaching Survey:

Student Results “ “


My son/ daughter is interested in what they study at SFC.

Strongly Agree 15 33%

Agree 25 56%Unsure 2 4%

Disagree 3 7%Strongly Disagree 0 0%

If applicable, the introduction of

student netbooks has been worthwhile to my son/ daughter’s

learning.Strongly

Agree 17 38%



Assessment tasks are relevant to the

teaching and learning for each unit.




My son/ daughter is challenged in the activities they do in

class.




Parents are given regular feedback on their son/ daughter’s

progress in class.Strongly

Agree 3 7%



Learning and Teaching

Survey: Parent Results

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I do different types of assessments in my

subjects




I am given options/ choices in my

learning

Strongly Agree 9 6%



I use/ am provided with a variety of

resources in class




There are a variety of teaching strategies used in my classes




Teachers provide me with strategies

to improve my assessment resultsStrongly

Agree 17 12%



Teachers cater to my learning needs in

class




ICT is regularly used in my classes




Feedback is given that is specific,

helpful and timely




Teachers welcome student feedback

about their subject and student learningStrongly

Agree 12 9%



If applicable, SFC offers a wide variety of elective subjects




My son/ daughter is exposed to a variety

of teaching strategies class.

Strongly Agree 4 9%



StaffList

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Betty AliendiAdele Asmus

Ricky AylettVicki Aylett

Denise CamptonCristi Carroll

Belinda ChambersAnn Charles

Stephen BaulchBob Blackshaw

Bruce BlockDeidre Briggs

Adam ChilkoMark Ciavarella

Craig CollinsElizabeth Collins


StaffList

Helen CollinsMick CollinsSusan CondronRenee Cooper

Bianca FonteKirsty FullerShane FullerVonn Gavel

Monique CowledVanessa CreeceTravis DoyleJanice Drew

Pat GrantElizabeth HammondPat HandsakerSue Hardie

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Jane HillColleen HinderAmanda HingstonMadeline Hogan

Max IngramKerry JonesBrenda King

Carol Lang

Rebecca CoraciJames Hopper

Wendy HulandsTonetta Iannelli

Justin LathamTerry Lawrence

Jan LyonsRhondda

Mackenzie


StaffList

Elyse McMasterPeter McPheeMarni MilneMarie Mitchell

Carl NormanWendy OldershawNicole PapasideroBeryl Paterson

Andrew MorschelChristine MorschelJenny MortonKathleen Neil

Catherine PaumierIan PettitRenae PettitCathie Petulla

StaffList


Lynne PigramTom Pulver

Tracey PuntorieroKim Robertson

Lisa RyanMichelle ScherretCarmelo Silvestro

Amy TabainRyan Thurgood

Paul TroyMargaret Turton

Alanya SkewesSebastian SpinaJenny Stevens

Max Sullivan

Lyn VantPaul Werner

Penny WilliamsMichelle Wood


SRC Report

2013 saw a very successful year for the Student Representative Council. On top of bi-weekly meetings, the 12 members took on a range of organisational responsibilities in the school and once the typical queries regarding uniform changes were settled and squashed, we began to implement several initiatives. The highlight of the SRC Committee’s (and probably the whole student body’s) year was our ‘Thrift Shop’ themed social. It was quite a spectacle to witness students dressed in equal parts double denim, vintage wedding dresses, ugly shirts and ‘old people’ outfits, all dancing together in the school hall. The music was provided by DJ Cheese and “Living in Paradise”, who did a fantastic job performing their third gig! The money raised from the social provides scholarships for students at SFC in 2014.The SRC also commenced the ‘Pastoral Trivia Challenge’. As the name might suggest, trivia questions were written by SRC members to all pastorals to determine which pastoral is the

general knowledge champions of the school. After an intense battle Miss Neil’s 7C2 pastoral were crowned the winners and they received their prize of an SRC funded lunch.Some other events that the SRC were involved in were; selling refreshments in the intermission of the SFC Showcase night, selling Zooper Doopers at the fun day, promoting and collecting funds for the Biggest Morning Tea, supporting Daffodil Day and also the lunch time basketball competition in 4th Term. All members of the SRC definitely learned a lot about team work, leadership and organisational skills and were of course assisted by the wonderful Mrs Fuller and Miss Cowled. Members of the SRC from Term 2 2013 until Term 2 2014 have been:Samuel Hopper and Isabella Mahoney, Andrea Iannelli and Simon Barnhill, Wilson Feagai and Bethany Tyson, Samuel Mallon and Jess McDonnell, Madeleine Wedesweiler and Nimalan Sundaram, Stephanie Cirrillo and Sam Day.

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Jubilee Girls Yr 7&8• ‘Closer to new library, yeh’. • Heaps of fun after tea rec time, skipping, basket-

ball or kicking the footy. • “Why do we have to go in for study”

Brother Matthew House Yr 7,8 & 9 Boys Boarding• Father’s Day Raffle/Fundraising means new cool

stuff for ‘WRECK (Rec) ROOM’ including iPod tower, toasters for supper and new table tennis/pool gear.

• MMM challenge way cool.

Year 10 Boys Boarding• Jackson Howes ‘dog whisperering’ @ Macca’s and

Radio DJ’s on PA

Year 11 Boys Boarding• Year 11 Handball Championships held in the Rec

room, promoting the competitive spirt in these young men, it’s a good work out & gets the blood pumping.

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Highlights for 2013


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SRC Social “Thrift Shop” 25th July 2013with DJ CHEESE

2013 has once again been a rewarding year; it is always rewarding working in a collaborative way with our students and it is always rewarding to witness a student making positive changes to their behaviour and/or life’s situation. Of course in this counselling work there is no ‘magic wand’ to be waved or miracle to be worked, rather the challenge is to help a student help themselves. It is pleasing to see that increasing numbers of students are becoming more and more relaxed about seeking counselling/mentoring. Removing the stigma is half the battle in encouraging students to have a chat. We all have a story to tell and we all need someone to listen to our story. Sometimes our story carries pain or sadness; to be able to share some of these feelings in a safe, accepting and confidential environment is important for all of us, not least our students. While the problems that can trigger pain are extensive: stress,

anxiety, depression, bullying, drug use, self-harm, eating disorders, family break-up etc., I do often speak with our students about ‘self-care’. It is essential that we all endeavour to stay healthy; looking after our body by exercising regularly, eating well, getting regular sleep and reducing stress can really improve the way a person thinks or feels. This can be especially important if a student is going through a ‘tough time’ or recovering from one. As I reflect on the Counsellor’s position at St Francis College I think about the privilege of the role, a privilege that should never be taken for granted. I am also aware of the huge amount of trust invested in me by the students (often staff and parents too) and the respect that I must always show in regard to the confidential nature of the work. Thank you for this unique pastoral opportunity.

Mr Peter McPheeSFC Counsellor

SFC Counselling


Music 2013


Blood Donors

• 1in3Australianswillneedbloodorbloodproductsintheirlifetime

• 1in30Australians(3%)donatebloodeachyear

• 1blooddonationcansaveupto3lives• Australianeedsmorethan27,00donations

everyweek.• Demandforbloodandbloodproductswill

growby100%overthenext10years.• Asingleunitofbloodtakenduringawhole

blooddonationisabout470mL,whichislessthan10%ofyourtotalbloodvolume.

• Yourbodykeepsonreplenishingbloodallthetimewhetheryougivebloodornot,sothisamountisquicklyreplaced.

• Givingbloodonlytakesaround1hourofyourtime.

The capacity of students and staff to respond so generously to the needs of the marginalised and the poor, both in Australia and in the more disadvantaged countries of the world, has been remarkable. With world poverty as the mission theme for the year, students and staff have been inspired by the compelling call of Jesus Himself in his teachings and parables; “when did I see you thirsty or hungry, naked or in prison? When you responded to the needs of the least of my brothers and sisters then you responding to me” (Mt. 25:31-46). While conscious that enormous progress has been made in alleviating poverty throughout the world, there is still a great amount left to achieve. Frightening statistics that help the staff and students to respond so warmly are as follows: By 2015 almost 1 billion people will be living on an income of less than $1.25/day, over 250,000 women die annually giving birth, 8 million children die annually from malnutrition and preventable diseases such as diarrhoea, measles and malaria and 1 in 8 of the world’s people do not have adequate nutrition.

Our community’s response this year to the challenge presented above has been extraordinary. Our four Houses, capably led by our House and College leaders, have urged their students to give from their relative ‘abundance’; the leaders have collected daily from their pastoral classes and promoted specific ‘house’fund raising events, usually centred around food! As I write this section for the College Magazine, we have a week of collecting for Catholic Mission remaining. Already after only three weeks the College community has given close to $10,000. During the Lenten period of six weeks in the first term, staff and students gave readily to the tune of $17,000 for Project Compassion; a staggering amount. So together with the current collection for Catholic Mission, close to $29000 will have been raised; a staggering amount, a record for St Francis and great testimony to College’s generous and empathetic spirit.The College is certainly making its mark at this critical time in the fight against world poverty. Peter McPhee.Promoter of Mission

Missions & Fundraising



NAIDOCWeek

VIBE 3ON3 BASKETBALL CHALLENGEOn Wednesday 6th March 48 students and 7 student volunteers participated in the Vibe 3on3 Basketball Challenge held at the Leeton Indoor Stadium. The day started with a traditional opening ceremony and introduction of the role models:• MC – Luke Carroll (Actor)• Rapper – Corey Webster

(aka Nooky)• Dancers – Nikki Ashby and

Darren Compton• Artist – Kevin Kropinyeri• DJ – DJ JimblahDuring the day all students had the opportunity to play two games of basketball, attend a Health Expo, paint a traditional Aboriginal art work, participate in a hip-hop/break dance workshop and a Rap workshop. The day finished with a Break Dance competition, with Jagroop Singh taking out the boys section, and a presentation to

all winning basketball teams.

FOYER DISPLAYWe now have a display in the foyer of the schools Aboriginal artefacts that have been recently purchased. Included is a cross that has been traditionally painted by Wiradjuri artist Michael Lyons.

NAIDOC WEEK NAIDOC Week 2013 was celebrated at the beginning of term 3. The school was fortunate to obtain the services of local Wiradjuri elder and artist Michael Lyons. Indigenous students were asked to bring along a friend to share in gourmet indigenous cuisine, including witchetty grubs, didgeridoo playing and storytelling all while sitting around a campfire.

Mrs Tracey PuntorieroAboriginal Education Worker

It’s been a great busy year working with all the eager students we have here at Saint Francis College. I have now been moved to a beautiful new location in the new library where I am available to work easily with students, parents or the general community. The year has been packed with different presentations, information sessions, excursions, expos, career programs and general careers counselling.I would like to personally thank the amazing office ladies who continuously assists all my administration work. You are amazing!!! I would also like to thank my library family who help and support me every day. Here are just a few examples of the career activities that we have been involved in during 2013.I look forward to another exciting 2014. Keep checking your emails for lots of career opportunities. Love your life!!!

Mrs Michelle Wood Careers Advisor

Careers Report


On April 30th and May 1st I was fortunate enough to be accepted into a Royal Military College (RMC) and Australia Defence Force Academy (ADFA) VIP tour. The tour was with 80 other Secondary and University Career Advisors. It was a great opportunity to learn all about what these facilities have on offer and what an officer job in the Australian Defence Force is really like. AD

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Congratulations to the 5 girls who have been a part of the Small Steps Good Start program.Amanda Jones, Isabella Mercuri, Sarah Bush ‘Brooke Charles, Emily Ballentine GarnerGoodsrart Childcare Centres in partnership with St Francis De Sales Regional College have established a program designed to assist students in Year 9 - 11 who are considering a career in Early Childhood Education and care.

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The careers expo was a huge success with all year 10, 11 and 12 having the opportunity to visit the expo and start researching their career pathways.


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This year we said farewell to Mr Terry Lawrence our College Business Manager.To celebrate his retirement a tremendous number of College community members gathered in the Dining Room on the 2nd of August. Terry began work at SFC in 1995 during the period of rapid growth at the College. I think all of us know Terry as a man who gives above and beyond and he goes above beyond the requirements of his job. Terry truly lives the charisms of our College.One of Mary MacKillop’s greatest sayings, “Never see a need without doing something about it”, is lived by Terry. Terry has always had our families’ interests at heart in ensuring our school fees are affordable. In the spirit of Marcellin Champagnat, Terry has met those more vulnerable in society at a level where they are able to contribute to their child’s education and maintain their dignity. Terry has always placed great trust and given high levels of respect to staff which is evident by allowing staff the freedom to explore new procedures and new ideas. This indicates how Terry holds his staff in high esteem.The College community will miss Terry. We all thank him for his financial acumen, integrity and good humor. It has been an absolute pleasure to work with you. Thank you for your friendship, care and support over the past 18 years.

This year we said farewell to Mr Bob Blackshaw. Mr Blackshaw has been a much loved member of the SFC community for the last 17 years. A true craftsmen, Bobby has been a teacher of Wood Work, a hero to students, a trusted mentor to young teachers and a devoted friend to his peers.Previously teaching at Narrandera High (17 Years) and Goulburn High (3 Years). Bob has made a significant impact on SFC. He has always been adored by students for his carpentry skills and for his ability to bring out the best of those he taught.Bob has always shown great support of the College staff. His “all star” status as the master of morning prayer was unquestionable, as was his ability to lighten the tone of any conversation with his quick wit and candour. His prowess in crosswording and grasp of the english language will be forever remembered and regaled by the College community.As a sincere show of thanks and in celebration of Bob’s retirement, the student body organised and funded the presentation of a Plaque to commemorate the occasion.His humour and rapport with the students will be missed. We all wish Bob and Wendy the very best for their retirement.

Year 7 started the year as 134 enthusiastic students ready to start a new and exciting chapter of their school lives. We had a smooth start to the year and have enjoyed a variety of valuable activities and learning experiences throughout 2013. Peer Support at the start of the year was most successful as was our ‘Recipe for Success’ retreat with Rising Generations. We have also had numerous students represent the College in a number of cultural and sporting pursuits. Our affirmation system has also seen all students receive at least one merit certificate and many achieve Certificates of Performance, Achievement and Distinction.2013 has been wonderful for Year 7 and I look forward to working with all of you again as Year 8 Co-ordinator in 2014.

Mrs Marni MilneYear 7 Co-ordinator

Year Seven

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2013 has been wonderful for Year 7

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bring on year 9!

Well Year 8 and Stage 4 are now behind us! We have had loads of fun throughout the year at the Swimming Carnival, Athletics Carnival, Year 8 Retreat and Fun Day. The Retreat was a turning point for us as we became a closer group and thanks to Chris Doyle, we have made the song “Lanterns” by Birds of

Tokyo, our theme song.

Mr Travis DoyleYear 8 Co-ordinator

Year Eight


Our day has come,And we’ll stand for who we are,

We are ready, we are youngWe have nothing to fear

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Year 9 has had an eventful year. We got our netbooks twice and were privileged to get the new laptops and have been enjoying using them as part of our learning. Throughout the year students from year 9 have been involved in numerous events and activities in and out

of school. Highlights include the school choir winning a few sections at the eisteddfod, our debaters and public speakers also came away with some wins in the speaking section of the Eisteddfod, other students participated in the dance, singing and instrumental sections with some success. Year 9 ruled showcase with a number of students performing entertaining acts for the community and many others running the show behind the scenes as part of the light and sound crew. Members of our year group along with

Mr Ciavarella founded a woodwind ensemble. We not only dominated the arts department but also the sporting field with our athletes competing in cricket, netball, touch, girls and boys AFL, swimming and basketball. We have participated in a range of events such as our Year 9 mass, R U

OK Day and working with Twitter.This year we were given the opportunity to participate in electives of our choosing. Students participated in various activities as part of these electives including: the clay workshop for art, IST excursion and an upcoming Pass excursion. We are really enjoying our electives with many students showing and developing new skills. We have proven ourselves to be quite the diverse year group.

Abbey, Teresa and Corey.

YEAR Nine


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We have had a great year. It was hard to beat our highlight from last year, our trip to Mount Kosciusko! Who would have thought we would experience snow in November but that is just what happened. Recently we had a great bonding experience at our Year 10 Retreat which was run by Rising Generation. Students were given the opportunity to challenge themselves social and empower them to make good choices. The group activities enabled us to bond as a group and have fun!At the beginning of the year we welcomed new students and as we approach the end of this year we are preparing to farewell peers as they journey to the next exciting chapter of their life. We wish our peers leaving all the best in their chosen career or education journey and may they look back and cherish their time at the College.Many students have taken the opportunity to give back to the community and immerse themselves in local

events. Students have had the opportunity to be involved in many community events such as Catholic Mission fundraising, Red Shield Appeal, Koala Count, Leeton Show, Jumpstart and Carramar/Breast Cancer Fundraiser. As we move forward to Year 11 this involvement in community events will be recorded as students wanting to be eligible for a leadership role in the future will present these logs as part of their application. I would like to thank the Year 10 Pastoral Care team; Tom Pulver, Tonetta Iannelli, Stephen Tynan, Bianca Fonte, Sarah Spowart, Cristi Carroll and Bob Blackshaw for their support and guidance of Year 10 this year.

Mrs Lisa RyanYear 10 Co-ordinator

YEAR Ten



Year 11 is comprised of many different teenagers each searching for different things in their high school experience. Some new faces have joined us, some old ones left, but no matter the changing of dynamics, Year 11 has always managed to obtain a sense of togetherness and connectivity.

Despite our grand contrast as individuals, our collective year group is identified by our love of a good time, our hard work ethic and excitement for the finish line. There were definitely low points in our time as a Year 11 group however, some highlights may include the hilarious and enjoyable two days spent at our Year 11 retreat with Chris Doyle, the lively year assemblies featuring Russel Coight, the outstanding excursions, the impeccable acting of Year 11 drama in Showcase, the ecstatic feeling of getting our licence and our leaders badges, the nerve racking thought of tackling hsc, the fun-filled socials, the insanely late nights before a task was due, the sudden popularity of ‘snapchatting’ and who can forget the incessant desire to fill our recess’ and lunches with a game of handball.

Most of us were thrilled to reach this level of schooling, some of us were even

shocked or scared, but excitement was behind all our future goals, whether we achieved them in our white shirts or not. We have all gained so much from the experience of being a Year 11 student. This gruelling process has revealed our truths and rewarded us for our hard work. We have collaborated, connected and conversed with each other and this has led to a deeper and richer understanding of ourselves and one another.

2013 has been filled with excessive responsibility for us as a year group, the pressure may have cracked individuals at times but those break downs have led to a more unified group of Year 11s, led by our newly recruited but completely awesome Year Co-ordinator…Robbo. She has been firm but fair, a good mate, a good laugh and an inspiration to lift the bar. It’s hard to believe that in less than a year our 13 years of education will come to a close. These next crucial months will reveal our inner greatness and will. If we were to finish with one thought…let it be this:

“Be humble, do good work and laugh”.

By:Alice Halden and Ellen Parkinson

YEAR Eleven



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As this article is being written, Year 12 students have just attended their Final Assembly and would be entering final preparations for their H.S.C Exams. Thus their range of emotions would be ranging from a touch of sadness as they complete their schooling, to joy and excitement as they enter a new stage in their lives, and finally, to nervousness and apprehension as they prepare to complete, for many, the most important

exams they will attempt. I would hope that all Year 12 students can look back on their time at Saint Francis College with fondness and experience a little bit of emptiness as they realise no longer will they walk through the gates again (although they are allowed!). If this is the case, then Year 12 students can say they have gained something from their time here, which also speaks volumes for our great school and all that goes with it.

Many of the students will look at the year 2013 and have special moments etched in their memories- whether they be the Year 12 Retreat, the Swimming Carnival, manning the barbeque at the Athletics Carnival, the lunchtimes or the special relationships they have developed amongst themselves and with the College Staff. It is important that they hold onto these memories and try to keep in touch with each other.

I hope that all of the students go on to great things and be a success in their own right and remember to be proud to say that they attended Saint Francis College. Congratulations to the Year 12 students on their Graduation, best wishes for the future and may everyone remain safe.

Mr Pat HandsakerYear 12 Co-ordinator


Many of the students will look at the year 2013 and have special moments etched in their memories

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2013 - What a year for our Library, a New Library and saying good bye to the old one. The Biggest Morning Tea ever held by us and recognition by the Cancer Council for our BMT efforts. Author visits and lots of new books. All done with only one day closure for our move to the new facility.

Our new format for the BMT again worked well. Each pastoral organized a cake and some money and attended the cake auction in house groups. Those successful bidders enjoyed cake with their

pastoral group for afternoon tea. $4953.00 was raised on the day. Later in the month the Cancer Council honored us as “the highest school money raiser in the South West Region and third highest overall in the SW region”.At the same time as the BMT, author Nadia

Wheatley visited. Nadia is the author of My Place, which has successfully been made into a TV series. Nadia ran creative writing workshops while at the school.

For Book week this year, we ran an online trivia quiz. It was a huge success with entries received from all years. The use of IT made the organizing and running of the competition easy. The theme for bookweek was ‘Read Across the Universe’ and this was reflected in our display and quiz.

The Library has played host to several groups this year including chess on Friday lunchtime. This year our chess team won the Riverina Competition. Other groups have included - year meetings, staff meetings and Professional

Development courses. Our boarders have not been forgotten and have continued to use the facility for after school recreation and night time study. Seniors have continued to use the Library for their study periods. Our reading program in Year 7 and 8 has continued successfully this year. Accelerated Reader is a worldwide reading program which aims to encourage reading by using IT and reading. This year we have run several competitions to further encourage our students to read.

Liz Hammond

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ST FRANCIS DE SALES MAGAZINE 2013 /// LEARNING 40

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Year 7 Japanese classes had great fun at this year’s annual Sports Festival, participating in caterpillar races, 4 legged races, pole grab, pole relays and 10 man skipping. The weather held out and the students had great fun competing in all events. 7Z was the champion class, receiving the annual

“Samurai” helmet trophy! Year 7 also had the opportunity to participate in drumming and martial arts workshops in Term 2, a unit on food which included trying some Japanese delicacies in Term 3 and a unit on the Samurai in Term 4 where each class made a complete set of armour. In between all the culture, the students learned to introduce themselves and ask basic questions in Japanese.Year 9 and 10 elective students began the

year with an excursion to Canberra to visit the Embassy of Japan and dine out at one of Canberra’s Japanese restaurants. They then went on to concentrate on learning as much language as possible, studying units on daily routine, family, dining out, planning a special

occasion, travelling in Japan, and health and fitness. Calligraphy was a favourite cultural activity, culminating in the students writing long scrolls in the Kanji characters for their names.

Mrs Kirsty FullerLOTE Teacher

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7Z was the champion class, receiving the annual “Samurai” helmet trophy!

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Sports Festival

Canberra Excursion

Thanks to all the teachers and helpers: Mrs Asmus, Mrs Connell, Ms Dahlenburg, Ms Mudford, Miss Neil, Mr Rowe, Mr Spina, Mr Tynan, Mr Werner, Mr Morschel and Mrs Williams.Thanks to the students for your efforts this year. We especially wish all the Yr12 Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Senior Science well for the future.We have had a number of visitors to the school this year:• CSIRO brought their ‘Energy, Forces and Motion’

show to year 8 and 10, • Forensic Frenzy brought their ‘Case of Identity’

show to year 9, • and year 7 attended the reptiles show from ‘Snake

Tales’. The Preliminary HSC courses and some Year 10 students attended the Questacon ‘Beyond School’ sessions held at CSU.Wishing everyone a blessed Christmas, happy New Year and a refreshing summer break!

Mrs Jane HillScience KLA Co-ordinator

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Learning On the first day of Term Four staff from St Francis worked with their colleagues from Marian Catholic College in the College’s new Marcellin Learning Centre. It was fantastic to see these spaces operating so effectively with 110 teachers. The day had a number of focusses, being the programming and resourcing for the new Science, History, Mathematics and English

Year 7 and 9 Curriculums, creating Google Docs resources for PDHPE, and rethinking assessment and curriculum differentiation for TAS and Creative Arts.It was a terrific opportunity to work together collaboratively to develop quality work and strengthen the bonds between our schools. KLA Co-ordinators were really very pleased with progress made.

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Another exciting year for VET Construction. Only our third year into the course and the subject is finally reaching it’s stride. Year 11 students have made great progress with their practical carpentry skills, developing Tool Boxes, Saw Horses, Mitre boxes and Mallets. Each of the projects have assisted to enhance the industry knowledge of

each student. Work Placement was another significant event from the Year. Students attended Work Placement during Term 2 and Term 4. This time is always very exciting as students have the opportunity to work in the Construction Industry, experiencing the ins and outs of what it takes to work as a carpenter, plumber, electrician or builder. Year 12 had a terrific year. We constructed a cubby house project from scratch. The project is built just like a house and incorporates a number challenging construction processes and techniques. We also had a great time laying bricks during Term 3. Mr Deaton was more than happy to show off his masonry skills and was a terrific asset as students were busy throwing mud (mortar) around! I wish Year 12 all the best for the future!

Mr Tom PulverVET Construction Teacher

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Metal and Engineering continues to be as successful as ever at SFC. A large class of 20 students began the preliminary course this year. Students have completed a number of projects to showcase their skills including a pad saw project, a toolbox, motorbike lift and Fabricated Vice. With each project students are challenged in performing new and complex techniques or processes. Work Placement was most certainly the highlight for the year. Students attended placement all over the Riverina and each gained a real insight into the engineering industry and the array of trade careers that they can pursue.Mr McCormick’s Year 12 class made great progress with their machining and anvil projects. The Preliminary and HSC cohorts worked together with a terrific sense of camaraderie this year as classes were timetabled side by side in the workshops. Best of luck to the senior VET Metal and Engineering class.

Mr Peter McCormick &Mr Tom Pulver

VET Metal & Engineering Teachers

VET Hospitality


This year Hospitality students have engaged in numerous catering events. Some charity events we have been involved in include Vietnam Veteran Reunion Dinner, Jumpstart Minute to Win It Dinner, Caramar/Breast Cancer High Tea. It is great to see young people giving up their time to give back to the community. The Year 11 Hospitality students completed 70 hours of mandatory Work Placement this year in local businesses in Leeton, Narrandera and Griffith. This emersion experience into the Hospitality Industry is a fantastic opportunity for our students to put their newly acquired skills into action. We are very gratefully for the wonderful employers who host our students.

The year saw Mrs Matthews take maternity leave with Mrs Creece coming to work with Mrs Ryan. Mrs Scherret as always worked hard behind the scenes and for the remainder of this year has taken on the management of ‘The Retreat’, our new College Café. Year 11 Hospitality students will be involved in running the café, a very exciting venture for the College and VET training and delivery.

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The Business Services VET class had a terrific couple of years together. The main highlight having been the Canberra Field trip where students made industry visits and heard presentations by ex-SFC students such as Aaron MacDonnell. A session of laser tag also somehow snuck into the schedule. All the students were terrific company and showed their maturity and great sense of humour, particularly when choosing movies.The Business Services class also participated in an HSC Enrichment Day in Narrandera. The day was led by Mrs Karen Bulbert, a Senior HSC Marker for Business Services.Karen was a very enthusiastic and entertaining speaker with a great knowledge of the Business Services course. She had also taught several students who have achieved first in the State in HSC Business Services.The day provided an invaluable opportunity to prepare for trial exams and HSC. This is a photo of Karen, the presenter and all the participating students. Thanks to Mrs Michelle Swan, Wagga Wagga Catholic Schools Office, for organising the Study Day. Good luck to all the students and thanks for all your hard work in class!!!

Mr Ian PettitVET Business Services Teacher

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The Year Nine class has been looking at food for special needs. The class photos with the buffet of food are from a prac assessment where they researched a special food need and prepared a meal for a person with the need. Each student entered a dish in the show this year (sultana cake or blueberry muffins) and we were lucky enough to take out two first places and a second. This term we are looking at food product development and working on our own version of the tv show “Recipe to

Riches”. Some of the memorable pracs this year have included apple pie, healthy chicken dumplings, melting moments and marmalade.Earlier in the year we examined at the digestive system with some hands on experiments which involved squeezing cottage cheese and orange juice through stockings and laying on the floor while eating salada crackers.

Miss Claire DunnFood Technology Teacher

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Junior TAS students have another exciting year of designing, creating and constructing.Year 7 Metal classes constructed creative metal wall plaques. Designed to be hung in the home, students had the opportunity to design a unique piece to compliment their home decor. Year 7 Food Technology students created their own menu item developed after extensive research and planning. They trialled 4 recipes; fried rice, apple crumble, chicken pasta bake and fruit scones. They then decided on a favourite and swaped a fruit or veg to create their own recipe. Once they cooked their dish they worked on food presentation and photographed it.Year 8 Timber students created magazine tables. Each design incorporated a unique table top that students had the opportunity to personalise.Year 8 Textiles students have created personalised bags, allowing them the opportunity to express their textile and sewing skills. Technology Mandatory students all enjoy the challenge of design!

2013 has been an exciting year in the RE Department at SFC. Before I continue I must mention the 2012 Year 11 Studies of Religion 2 unit Excursion which took place late in Term 4 last year. These students had the privilege of experiencing visits to a variety of religious sites such as the Auburn Gallipoli Mosque, Bondi Central Synagogue and St Mary’s Cathedral. All students were amazed at what they learnt in preparation for their HSC. The 2013 Year 11 2 Unit students will also head to Sydney late in Term 4 this year.

The RE Department has certainly seen some change this year. The role of Religious Education Coordinator no longer exists as it has in the past. Ms Janice Drew has taken on the new title of ‘Coordinator of Mission and Faith Formation’ and Amy Tabain as the RE KLA Coordinator. This exciting new change has been embraced by the RE Department who work tirelessly to ensure they deliver quality lessons and experiences in Religious Education.

With a continued move towards student-centred learning, the RE

Team have developed some very creative and innovative learning experiences which have been most welcomed by students. Some junior students have particularly commented on the assessment experiences as being interesting and fun. As part of making experiences authentic, Year 9 viewed a travelling play about the life of Mary Mackillop in relation to their curriculum.

In 2013 we welcomed both new and returning staff to the RE Team. Mrs Alanya Skewes, Mr Justin Latham, Mr Glenn Maytum, Mrs Mary McPhee and Mrs Clare Vant are all to be sincerely thanked for their wonderful contributions to the RE Faculty, in whatever capacity that may have been in 2013. I would also like to thank the entire RE Team for their ongoing dedication and effort in teaching RE at SFC.

On behalf of the RE Team I would like to wish all members of the SFC Community a happy and holy Christmas and a safe holiday.

Mrs Amy TabainRE KLA Co-ordinator

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Before I start the 2013 report for HSIE, I would like to outline Term 4 activities from 2012.In December, Year 9 travelled to Jindabyne for an exciting three days away. On arrival to Jindabyne the students were split into activities- abseiling, canoeing, mountain bike riding and crate building. This proved to be great fun for staff and students. The next morning we awoke to freezing conditions. Student were prepared for the cold but not a blizzard!!! We had to hire snow gear for our climb.The excitement of the snow and being able to have snow fights was a great way to spend the morning after a freezing chairlift. We only managed to climb about 300m and this was disappointing. Most students weren’t too concerned that it was so cold. The snow was definitely a highlight.On our last day we came home through Canberra

visiting the War Memorial and Questacon. Everyone enjoyed the experiences that these venues had to offer.I would especially like to thank all staff that went on the excursion. Without the dedication and commitment of these ten staff members the excursion would have not gone ahead and been the success it was.

Also in December Year 8 went on their annual HSIE excursion to the Temora. The students had a tour through the Aviation Museum and then competed in an amazing race historical activity in Temora Township. Students really enjoyed this activity and it became very competitive.

HSIE results from 2012 were excellent and all staff that teach Year 12 take a great deal of pride in their students’ successes. Well done to all students from Year 12 2012.

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2013 is almost gone and it doesn’t seem

that long ago that we were climbing Mt Kosciusko in March!

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2013 is almost gone and it doesn’t seem that long ago that we were climbing Mt Kosciusko in March. Mt Kosciusko is a Year 11 and 12 biannual Geography excursion focussing on Ecosystems at risk. We had a fantastic time and all students had a great sense of achievement when they reached the top of Mt Kosciusko. What was interesting is that it was very hot, so we were in T-shirts and shorts whereas in December we were in full snow gear!!! Year 12 Geography were also fortunate to go to Sydney in 2012 to look at Sydney as a Case study, focussing on Newtown and Auburn as well as the sights and scenery Sydney has to offer.

Fieldwork and active citizenship is a focus in HSIE and this year students have been involved in many focus areas developing their citizenship. Year 7 spent time at Fivebough Swamp looking at it’s importance as an Aboriginal Heritage site, Year 9 Geography discovered the importance of Communities and Year 10 Geography have carried out a focus study on Waste Management interviewing and surveying the local

community and developing an Action Plan. Year 10 History also had a fabulous time preparing a decade study to present to the entire Year 10. Staff and students loved the skits and movies and live performances on diverse events over the decades.Year 11 and 12 Ancient had invaluable experiences with an Archaeologist visit focussing on the skills of archaeology and the role of science. Year 12 completed archaeological work on Pompeii and Herculaneum.Year 9 Commerce participated in the NSW Fair Trading Money Stuff Challenge where they had to produce a 2 minute video on consumer issues. Susanna Ratnam has been short listed for the People’s Choice Award.Shane Fuller and Kathleen Neil and a group of 19 Ancient History students will be travelling to Italy, Paris and London in January to further their knowledge and skills in the Ancient World. We wish them safe travels.2014 History in Year 7 and 9 will see a new and exciting era with the implementation of the National Curriculum.

Nicole PrestonHSIE KLA Co-ordinator

Susanna Ratnam - Winner of the Fair Trading Money Stuff Challenge Regional category

2013 has seen the opening of our new building, The Marcellin Learning Centre. As you can see in the pictures, the big new building is certainly leaving its mark on our College environment. Whilst the design of the building is quite contemporary, it incorporates a number of architectural features drawn from our existing facilities. The red brick, the curves in the walls and even the colours of the windows are cues to the proud heritage of our Catholic Community and College environment. The MLC incorporates three large open plan spaces that can be divided by glass partition doors. These collaborative spaces also feature an adjoining kitchen space and tiered seating area. The new building is also home to our New Library, seminar rooms, Careers Advisor office and textbook store.

Although the building program progressed quite quickly. Years of planning have preceded construction. From the beginning with the

issue of a Government grant, the development of the MLC has required constant attention with numerous redesigns, meetings, challenges and achievements. The College leadership team, along with the Library staff have worked hard to collaborate and design a space suitable for not only our current learning community, but for our emerging 21st century pedagogy and future needs.

The collaborative learning spaces of the MLC will be known as the ARC. The spaces have been dubbed the ARC following observation by the student community of the shape and presence of the building.With teachers and staff entering the building in Term 4 of this year, we are all still working out how we can leverage this wonderful space to benefit the learning of all.Formal opening and blessing of the MLC will take place during early 2014.

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The design team have worked hard to collaborate and

design a space suitable for not only our current learning community, but for our emerging and

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A dynamic process, ‘belonging’ is governed by compromise and negotiation; between upholding personal integrity and fulfilling the social imperative to belong to a group. Both Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Strictly Ballroom’ (1992) and George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’ (1945) explore the inherent tension that exists between the individual and the group. While Luhrmann celebrates the potential of the individual to discover their true self by challenging the group, Orwell exposes that the inherent ‘need’ to belong can be toxic to the individual’s potential. Ultimately, conflict between our need to belong within our world and the desire to be a unique individual is the dominant struggle of our human experience.

Ben Makeham Year 12

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Wilfred Owen draws us into his world to expose the stark and shocking realism of war. In “Mental Cases” the poet’s crafting of form and language presents a bleak picture of human suffering that stands as a universal commentary on man’s inhumanity to man; Owen drawing his audience into a World War One setting where pain and loss are vividly detailed.

Christian Scanu Year 12

As a high profile indigenous activist, Noel Pearson’s strategic rhetoric positions the emotions and intellect of his distinguished audience, shaping justice and reconciliation to be memorable ideas. In response to the contextual constraints of Australia’s prevalent racial tension, Pearson sustains a formal register, established by referencing numerous experts to structure his thesis. Intellectually positioning his audience to concede the ‘moral and political turbulence’ in Australia and the ‘popular understanding of the colonial past’, Pearson directly quotes Robert Hughes to subtly examines the ‘potent justification for the plunder, murder and enslavement of peoples and the wreckage of nature’ of the Australian Aboriginal people amidst a wider context ‘on the writing of colonial history in North America’.

Clare Tighe Year 12

In ‘Sonnets from the Portuguese’, Elizabeth Barrett Browning (EBB) celebrates romantic love as a source of spiritual strength and transformation in a world existing of sadness. Initial melancholy in Sonnet 1, ‘Sweet sad years’, is replaced by imperative in the octet of Sonnet 14, ‘If thou dost love me, let it be for nought’, as the poetess affirms the integrity essential for true love as a spiritual transformation, ‘through love’s eternity’.

Millie Young Year 12


Responding to the constraints of her personal and Victorian social context, Elizabeth Barrett Browning imagines a love that is both dynamic and complex; with the power and potential to transform her life’s ‘melancholy’ into fulfilment. To articulate love ‘freely’, ‘purely’ and ‘with passion’, the poetess deliberately invokes the Petrarchan form revising it to her own historical moment; harnessing the sonnet’s focal intensity whilst subverting the patriarchal values and noble suffering of the Courtly lover imbued within. Desiring a fusion of spiritual, emotional and physical love, EBB argues in the octet of Sonnet 14, “Do not say/ I love her for her smile – her look – her way/ of speaking gently”, clearly satirising the blazon that binds female worth to ephemeral qualities.

As EBB endeavours to define love, she realises its unequalled power as a beacon of hope in her life within a staid Victorian society. Rejecting the traditional ideals of love and the passivity of women in Victorian England, EBB challenges cultural norms, where a woman’s place was at the ‘heart and hearth’ and marriage was a practical necessity. Manipulation of the Petrarchan sonnet form throughout the sequence allows EBB to unfurl love as a rich fulfilling experience, a view inherent in Sonnet 14, ‘If thou dost love me let it be for nought’, where EBB argues in the octave that love should be based on pure values – “Love me,…/…for love’s sake only” - not token gestures based on shallow feelings.

The curved edge of aquamarine laps against my sunburnt skin- gently gathering the heat of the hot summer’s day from my body, releasing it back to the ocean. I gaze as far as the eye can see into an endless pool of crystal clear water…a turquoise dream. As the sea eagle sways and swirls above I have a wonderful feeling. Staring up and down each side of the beach, seeing to the right a never ending beach’s edge; I look to the left, a ragged cliff face. It is in pain. Wave after wave, the water is punching and pounding the face of the cliff. The wind breathes an almighty sigh and as it wraps its arms around me it gives me a fresh soothing gasp of air.

Judith Wright’s ‘Metho Drinker’ urges us to respond to unjust social realities, challenging our perception of the world. Personification creates a distinctive image in our minds of the man’s destructive addiction, “His white and burning girl… creeps to his heart and sets a candle there,” forcing us to picture the physical suffering ‘… to melt away the flesh’. Wright emphasises the trauma of social alienation through the power of the distinctively visual, heightening our awareness and prompting action to address inequality.

Set amidst the coldest winter on record, Owen’s “Exposure” awakens the social conscience to an unnatural world where war saps humanity. Dramatic intensity built through pathetic fallacy of “the poignant misery of dawn” accompanied by the tactile veracity of “the merciless iced east winds that knive us” reflecting that even Mother Nature, the source of life, has turned its “back” to the “twitching agonies of men”. The “dawn massing in the east” that “attacks once more in ranks of shivering ranks” contradicts the traditional axiom of dawn being the bearer of a new beginning. Instead the “sentries” must “cringe” against the “deathly” onslaught that continues to “grow” with each new “dawn”.

Providing another anti-war voice, Owen, like Sassoon, condemns war in ‘Exposure’. Suffering manifests in physical and psychological torment as Owen’s commanding poetry exposes the depleting conditions that the soldiers experienced while living in the sleepless trenches of the salient. As the monotonous ‘drooping flares’ tire over ‘the salient’, the futility of the war continues, the cumbersome personification ‘confuse’ their memory. The depleted soldiers ‘ghosts’ ‘slowly...drag home’, symbolising the living dead groping aimlessly for an elusive new ‘dawn’. The repetition ‘but nothing happens’, heightens the fear of death, creating an endless uncertainty on the ironic ‘poignant misery’ that new dawn brings.

Luke Diebert Year 11

Will Hayward Year 11

Sam Wallace Year 12

Kurt Jensen Year 11

Josh Hanlon Year 10

Jess Ashcroft Year 12

Scrap Metal

The pile of scrap accumulates age in the form of dust. Nagging sensations brew inside me to restore this neglected piece of machinery into the majestic relic it once was. Natural elements have turned the vehicle grey. Underneath its crusty belly, rusted flakes fall freely to the ground after gentle encouragement. These are the tell-tale signs of retirement. It is old, ancient, and decrepit. The mechanics of the car look uncertain. Uncertain if, after all these years, they would still be capable of what they did with ease, a long time ago. Every single piece of the motor car is suffering from the same thing; there strength has been weakened.My tools twang as I struggle to fit the size of the bolt. The stubborn nuts squeak and squeal as I persist on moving them from their contentment. There’s an echoing thud as my hand slips and crashes against the axle, making the car moan in anger. The gravel is scratching under my back, resisting me a comfortable position. My wrench crackles as I persevere with bolts that absolutely refuse to budge. The lubricant leaves the bottle with a splash and assists me in the fight against the cantankerous screw. It lets finally loosens, letting out a sigh of exhaustion like a misbehaving child when admitting defeat. The vehicle reeks of experience. The smell of the lubricant is still stuck in my nose. Sunlight hits me as I leave the undercarriage and try to get the motor running. The unleaded Gerry can open with a sudden explosion of fragrances that is forced to my face and seems persistent in not letting me get a clean breath of air. Oil is dripping to the bucket leaving behind the greasy, musky smell that I am ever so familiar with. Finally, the engine contemplates starting, beginning with a pop and a gurgle. Black smoke gets thicker and thicker clogging my nose with that unhealthy smell, making me feel like I am in smog filled Asian city. The car starts and I hear the unfamiliar growling of second chances. The motor revs, splutters, gurgles than fails, like a baby learning to swim. Stagnant oil, burning of unleaded gas, WD-40 lubricant and the thick smog are filling my nostrils with purpose, getting stuck in my nose, unable to be moved. These smells convince me that I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.

Bradd Staines Year 10


Another Day

On top of a mountain I standBelow, waves crash onto the sandI spread my wings and take a deep breathLife I still, still like deathI close my eyes, the wind whistles bySo there I jump, down I goThe ocean roars way belowBefore I crash down to earthI lift my wings, as the sea birds singSo fly I doFar, far awayTo live again another day.

‘Confusion’

Confusion tastes like water, neither bitter nor sweet. You can’t explain the taste of water.Confusion is the colour of a grey cloud, hovering over you, washing away any feelings you have inside.Confusion smells like the dew in the morning when you first wake up, you can’t see it but you can sense it.Confusion looks like a book full of languages you don’t understand.Confusion sounds like a small voice whispering in a dark, hollow room waiting for a reply as the sound bounces off the walls.Confusion feels like a wet blanket sitting over your shoulders. It’s cold and wet and makes no sense.

Meg Handsaker Year 8

‘Anger’

Anger is the colour of fireAnger tastes like bloodAnger smells like a dead personAnger looks like warAnger sounds like screamsAnger feels like you’re the Terminator.

Jacob Alfonso Year 8

‘Human Emotions’

Hate is the colour of deep blackAnd furious redIt tastes like a brussels sprout smoothieAnd smells like smoky burnt toastIt also looks like flowers shrivelled upIt sounds like the echo of tears and screamsHate is the feeling of being cut in half with a dagger.

Meg Wakeman Year 8

Bonnie Smith Year 8

English KLA


I waited, my body consumed by the glacial cold, shivers shocking me as if my spine had been replaced by ice. The world around me was tranquil, still. Darkness was consuming me; the only light in the land glittered from the small specks that shone from far away corners of the universe, piercing the deep sky like pin pricks; and the moon, breaking the darkness with its shy glow. The snow beneath me stretched for miles, seemingly a blanket warming the world; but the appearance was deceiving. The bitter air it breathed burnt at the skin; a crisp frozen fire, turning it blue and tight with cold. This sheet of white stretched until the ends of the earth, until meeting with the dark hem of the night sky. The contrast was magnificent, like a gathering of the sun and the moon. Standing alone, in this serenity, the world was a snow globe, with a giant star studded dome shielding all within sight. I stared out of it, feeling its emptiness. Then the atmosphere changed, the stitching of the sky above seemed to break and light cascaded into the darkness from the deep chasms in the sky. Like a waterfall of colour, it dripped into all corners

of the visible cosmos .The brilliant rainbows danced to their own silent song, wriggling... swirling... jumping- burning their brightness into the dark dome above me. Their light emitted warmth to the world, seeping through my body and melting the ice my bones had become. The warm snakes of light moved around each other, weaving in and out of each other’s bright bodies creating a tangled, twisted kaleidoscope. Time flew, the glowing beams continuing their frantic riot in the darkness above. The air stayed hushed and peaceful, blissfully unaware of the growing luminous mutiny that was breaching the darkness. Sharply, as if their conductor had executed the final flourish of the baton, the brightness exploded! The whole sky was brilliant white flame, beaming down, lighting the snow into a mirrored blaze! The two infernos smiled at each other, reaching through the air with their radiance. But as soon as the eruption had befallen the land, it crashed back to darkness. The orchestra of beauty fell silent, and the night crept back into its rightful place around me.

Lori Bell Year 10

The distinctive whiff of pollution mixes with olive oil and garlic, it is easily recognised throughout the large city, as countless cars speed dangerously across the road. Sitting in the typical black and yellow taxi, the intensity of the confused, congested city could be grasped through the cold misty glass windows. Reflecting the beauty of the surrounding lavish atmosphere; the emerald green of the crops of this foreign land sit peacefully on any spare patch of land. Stepping outside the old rusty vehicle, the nearby lush crops give the widespread region a sweet fresh aroma. Olive-skinned, tall women pass by; their beauty is simply seen as the bindi stands out further than their light makeup. It sits proudly above their long noses and between their dark black eyebrows. Beautiful brown unique henna patterns catch the eye as the pattern is seen designed on both sides of their thin hands and skinny tan feet. Their distinctive traditional dress which is worn gracefully around their petite body flows with them, as they rapidly pace and fluently discuss in their language. Listening to the foreign language, one can feel the knowledge of a time long gone. The day ends as the sunlight slowly fades into the horizon. Street lights and houselights are seen, presenting the distinct population

of this vibrant colourful country. Gazing out again through the yellow and black taxi window; the bright headlights of passing by cars gleam into one’s eyes, ignoring the shines and staring into the dark shady space; cringing at the thought of feeling scared, hopeless and insecure. The body stiffens as thoughts wander in and out of petrifying images from the history of this place.Waking up to the furious cars, trucks and buses honking like wild geese from the nearby road, numerous vehicles are seen clearly from the standing point. Looking around lush emerald crops are once again in sight. Intently eyeing every person, who wears pure white clothes, the women’s sarees contrast against them, holding the colours of the rainbow which feels like dry flour in their hands. With their fists full of coloured powder it is tossed into the air staining their clothes in the colours such as yellow, blue, red and green. Their tan faces now melting into the vibrant colours and the festival of Holi is in full flight.

Kamal Kang Year 10

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On top of a mountain I standBelow, waves crash onto the sandI spread my wings and take a deep breathLife I still, still like deathI close my eyes, the wind whistles bySo there I jump, down I goThe ocean roars way belowBefore I crash down to earthI lift my wings, as the sea birds singSo fly I doFar, far awayTo live again another day.

Dramatic playing is essential for adolescents to learn empathy and self-control. Throughout the Drama courses all the students learn to empathize as they view the world from other people’s perspectives including those of peers, adults, and people in stories.”Every lesson provides opportunities for the students to view the world from new perspectives and “try on” ways of being and

acting that are different from their own experiences. This is critical in helping develop the young people holistically.The key to our success in Drama is the ability of the staff and students to create a respectful, emotionally safe community while engaging in non-threatening and inclusive activities which level the playing field among the students and encourages the active participation of all. This year has seen many success stories come out of Room 22 when typically shy or unengaged students have blossomed as they gain a sense that their ideas will be accepted! This

shift in who participates in the classroom means the three Drama teachers are in a privileged position to see the students in a new light and perhaps to change previously-held assumptions about their abilities or attitudes towards learning. Drama for drama’s sake is not the purpose of drama in education. Drama must be accompanied by an element of reflection and deepened understanding

to be relevant and useful in the classroom. This year has seen a shift in emphasis on the importance of ‘journalling’ which allows time for reflection and improves students’ knowledge of ‘what to look for in a performance’ as well as developing a more authentic understanding of the ‘actor-audience’ relationship. Drama at St Francis College is growing each year. We have such talented and enthusiastic classes as can be seen from the pictures. We three teachers are exhausted!!!!

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It was the end of February and as summer was drawing to a close St Francis’ Mock Trial Team was emerging from the heat to enforce justice in the mock trial courts of the Riverina. After intense training from Coach Fuller and assistant coach Mr Del Gigante, the Mockers were raring and ready to go for the practice round of mock trial. Our first trial was to be against our fierce rivals Kildare Catholic College and with equal parts trepidation and enthusiasm we marched silently into the courtroom. Both examination in chief and cross-examination were executed with confidence and intelligence remarkable for such novices, however, in the end St Francis were unable to sway the balance of probabilities and the case was found in favour of Kildare. But St Francis were not to be defeated so quickly and after some crucial line-up changes we made the road trip to Finley High School where our defence seamlessly proved the innocence of the defendant and we were rewarded a significant victory. The second round of St Francis’ career was against Red Bend College who made the journey to Leeton all the way from Forbes. The travellers, however, were so fiercely intent on making their journey worthwhile that St Francis’ prosecution simply could not penetrate their defence and the away team managed to scrape a win. A strange but advantageous sequence

of events led to St Francis winning the 3rd and final non-elimination by default as their competitors Trinity Anglican College, Albury were forced to forfeit. And thus after two wins St Francis had secured a position in the elimination rounds of the competition.When it was discovered that St Francis would be once again challenging Kildare Catholic College in the Leeton Courthouse, never did a mock trial team commit so much determination into their preparation. An intense and enthralling battle ensued and at times Mr Fuller could not bear to watch because of the tension and perilously high stakes. Yet Kildare’s case was delivered with such finesse and concision, assisted by a lesser burden of proof, that St Francis were marginally defeated. Kildare managed a 6 point victory (which is miniscule in mock trial) and thus progressed to the next round whilst St Francis were left to eat their sorrows in the form of chicken caesar wraps.The wonderful and enriching learning experience of mock trial could not have been possible without the amazing guidance and support of Mr Fuller and thus the team would like to thank him sincerely. It is something that shall never be forgotten by it’s participants. By the mock trial team; Madeleine and Lucinda Wedesweiler, Rebecca Bailey, Mikahlia Bartram, Nimalan Sundaram, Alex Iannelli and guests Indianna Chant and Erika Star.

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2013 has been one of the busiest years for IST students. They have been creating websites, databases, python programs plus much more. The excursion to Melbourne visiting the Australian Centre of the Moving Image was one of the highlights. Year 9 created their own TV news program using green screen technology. They found it very hard to think quickly and try not to laugh as everything was filmed live. Year 10 created machinima animations which is the use of real-time computer graphics engines to create a cinematic production. They really enjoyed the freedom to create any animations that their hearts desired. 2014 should be another great year for innovation and technology and I look forward to showing it in IST.

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Every year we celebrate St Francis de Sales Day in our own particular way. Firstly we gather for Mass at St Joseph’s Church. Following Church students enjoy the festivities of “Fun Day” with dodgem cars, the cha cha, the hurricane, lots of small activities organised by the Pastoral groups and some great food organised by the Parents and Friends. The day was a huge success, with perfect weather conditions. Thank you to all parents and staff for making the day enjoyable and successful.


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Each year the Year 12 Hospitality group is required to work together to plan and host “Restaurant Night”. This is their final assessment for the Certificate II Hospitality course. The invited guests enjoyed a spectacular showcase of the skills on display. The students were required to develop the menu, design the restaurant layout, prepare and cook food, assign teams and liaise within teams to bring the evening to life. It truly was an amazing evening, well done Year 12!

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Main • Lamb Cutlets served on Pea Puree &

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Dessert• Vanilla Bean Pannacotta served with

Raspberry Coulis and a Coconut Wafer• Chocolate Fondant with an Espresso

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Thank you to the large number of students and staff who marched in ANZAC Day marches at Leeton, Narrandera and many of our Boarding communities. Our young people are certainly embracing the significance of the sacrifice the ANZACS and all servicemen and women have made and continue to make for the freedom of our country. The Leeton community was privileged to hear Mr Paul Werner speak of the importance of Simpson and his donkey in saving the life of Paul’s great uncle on Gallipoli.

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On Thursday the 28th March the school witnessed a powerful Easter Liturgy prepared by Year Twelve Catholic Studies. The liturgy focused on the Light of Christ being a way to light the darkness as well as being a beacon to draw people towards us. There were amazing performances by all members of the class who brought everything they had to the table! Many thanks to these students, Mrs Charles their teacher and the Sound and Lighting crew who made the liturgy professional and meaningful!Special thanks also goes to the students who helped with the masses over the Easter period in our parish: Sophie MacAuslan, Sophie Washington, Cara and Amanda Johnson, Nicola Carroll, Alice Halden, Jarrod Whitty, Isabella Mercuri, Max and Sam Feagai... And any others whom I may have missed!

Janice Drew - Coordinator of Mission and Faith Formation

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Ash Wednesday

Liturgy On Wednesday the 14th of February to celebrate the start of Lent the Year 12 Catholic Studies class lead the Ash Wednesday Liturgy in the Hall. All students had the opportunity to play a significant role in the proceedings. The Catholic Studies class should be most proud of the reverent and moving event that they ran.

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• Wonderwall from the Album What’s the Story Morning Glory-Oasis, performed by Jake Shelton

• Society’s Project-Group, devised by Emily Hannan, Tegan Cutter, Tinai Rogoyawa & Kaitlin Pieper

• Jerry Was a Race-Car Driver by Primus, performed by Daniel Valenzisi

• Remix Wings by Little Mix, danced by Rebekah Wilson and Jess Butler

• Lift The Wings by Bill Whelan, performed by Samarah Fletcher

• Canon in D by Johannes Pachabel, performed by the St Francis College String Ensemble

• Contemporary Dance-Crash Scene, Danced by Ashleigh Lucchese, Emily Hannan, Chelsea Savage, Melanie Savage, Kate Charles, Jessie Williams

• Montana Sky by Mark Gersmehl, performed by the St Francis College Choir & featuring Jack Martin

• Rosemary by Frank Bridge, performed by Sophie MacAuslan

• Traditional Middle Eastern Dance, danced by Olivia Murray

• Eine Kleine Nacht Musik by WA Mozart, performed by Teresa Aloisi, Claire van Werven & Susanna Ratnam

• Love on Top/Get on the Floor– Jazz Dance, danced by Georgie Cope, Gisella Mandaglio, Emily Papsidero, Makalia Ciccia, Theresa Nardi, Angela Stoll, Jennifer Dixon

• Love Is-Ensemble Style Drama, presented by Year 11 Drama

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• Drops Of Jupiter by Train, performed by Kiara Papsidero, Brielle Amato, Nicola Caroll, Tahlia Amato, Jazlyn Barnes

• Shelf Life-Group Devised, Grace Clancy, Jessica Waters, Kaitlyn Ralph & Kakira Lowe-Brennan

• L’heure Exquise by Reynaldo Hahn, performed by Stephanie Cirillo

• Fusion Mix by Christian Scanu, performed by Christian Scanu

• The Success of Failure-Group Devised, Meaghan Hardie, Briarna Anderson, Ashleigh Taylor & Ciara Chirinian

• Just Another Drugged Up Day by Kakira Lowe-Brennan, performed by Kakira Lowe-Brennan

• The Forgotten-Group Devised, Gaby Lyons, Samarah Fletcher, Ashleigh Lucchese & Taylah Evans

• Parisian Walkways by Gary Moore, performed by Brock O’Connell

• Ubi Caritas-arr. of a Medieval Hymn, performed by Laura Tenison

• Hometown Glory by Adele, performed by Tinai Baravilala, Bulou Baravilala & Ua Ravu

• Andalouse by Emile Pessard, performed by Teresa Aloisi & Claire van Werven

• Born This Way by Lady Ga Ga, danced by Year 9 Drama Class

• Ave Maria by Caccini, performed by Ellie Vardanega• Sweet Child of Mine by Guns ‘n’ Roses, performed

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12 months after relinquishing the number one swimming house, Tenison has regained the mantle after a narrow win over defending champions Champagnat. It only came down to the small margin of 7 points in the end. Lacey was awarded the best 5-minutes-of-fame drilled performance with excellent transitions.

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The carnival was held over 2 beautiful days to end the First Term and it proved most successful for Champagnat who achieved back to back wins.

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12 YEARS1st Mathew Feagai Mary Basily2nd Tom Van Buuren Jemima Wettenhall13 YEARS1st Kirtis Fisher =1st Sophie Dever

2nd Tim Sidebottom =1st Courtlyn Tuckett

14 YEARS1st George Pavese Joanne Irvine2nd Jacob Chant Maddison Clyne15 YEARS1st Harry leeds Evie Morrison2nd Mitch Conlan Jessie Williams16 YEARS1st Lachlan Leeds Jessica Murphy2nd Josh Hanlon Katelyn Clyne17 YEARS1st Sam Allen Sophie Welsh2nd Sean Cauduro Haylee McDonell

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A number of students decided to take on the challenge and run the full distance while many others took the less strenuous option and walked the distance.Sam Mallon was the fastest boy to complete the distance with Isabel Dando being the quickest girl.

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AGE CHAMPIONS12 YEARS1st Max Feagai2nd Mat Feagai13 YEARS1st Ryan Dunn Sophie Dever2nd Cooper Sharman Tiah Gillespie14 YEARS1st Henry Grinter Joanne Irvine2nd Lewis McCrae Zoe Scherret15 YEARS1st Danyan Evans Evie Morrison2nd Mitch Conlan Bethany Tyson16 YEARS1st Sam Mallon Isabel Dando2nd Jayden Lehman Meg Collins17 YEARS1st Josh Griffin Emily Mallon2nd Greg Halden Sophie Washington

96 athletes travelled to Albury to hopefully make it 4 wins on the trot. After a day of high quality running, throwing and jumping, St Francis was once again named the BISSA Champions for 2013. The College also took home the trophies for winning both the Girls and Boys point score. This outstanding achievement reflects a great team effort with all students performing at their best.

Mr Carl NormanPDHPE Co-ordinator

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A strong squad of 80 students travelled to Narrandera Racecourse to compete in the annual BISSA carnival. The day proved to be true cross country weather with the runners faced with a heavy course and at times very heavy rain. However, our students excelled in these trying conditions being achieving a first for the College – winning the Champion Cross Country Shield. Sam Mallon was named 16 years Age Champion running the 6km in an impressive time of 22.18.


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SFC performed well and finished the carnival 4th overall.

The following students were selected to progress to CCC:

• Jemima Wettenhall• Zoe Scherrett• Sam Hopper• Jacob Hopper

June 13The U15 Boys Soccer Team travelled to Griffith Thursday June 13 to play Griffith High School (GHS) in the second round of the Bill Turner Cup tournament (after defeating Leeton High School 10 – 0 in round one). SFC had a 4-0 victory with goal scorers George Pavese (x2), Tory Amato, and Brock Waters. This victory took SFC to Deniliquin for the third round (quarter final).

The team consisted of Tory Amato, George Pavese, Eathen Fletcher, Macauley Harrison, Harry Leeds, Brenton Langridge, Kirby Chant, William Boys, James Morsanuto, Pat Travella, Callum Cauduro, Brock Waters, Jake Shelton, Ben Nardi, and Aidan Amato.

Thank you to Alex Nardi for helping out on the day.

June 21The U15 Boys Soccer Team travelled all the way to Deniliquin Friday June 21 to the play in the third round of the Bill Turner Cup tournament. Deniliquin was a tough team but fell to a 5-0 loss to SFC. Goal scorers were George Pavese, Macauley Harrsion (x2), and Ben Nardi (x2). This victory took SFC to Griffith to verse Wade High School in the semi-final the following Tuesday. Unfortunately, the SFC boys lost 4-0 to Wade but they should all be very proud with their

performance as they all played really well. Thank you to Andrew McIntyre for being a referee and linesman during the games. Thank you also to Alex Nardi and Sam Pirrottina for their help on the days.

The team was :Tory Amato, George Pavese, Eathen Fletcher, Macauley Harrison, Harry Leeds, Brenton Langridge, Kirby Chant, William Boys, James Morsanuto, Pat Travella, Callum Cauduro, Brock Waters, Jake Shelton, Ben Nardi, and Aidan Amato.

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The U15 Girls Soccer Tzzeam travelled to Griffith Thursday June 23 to play Griffith High School (GHS) in the first round of the Bill Turner Trophy tournament. Unfortunately the girls lost 3-0 to GHS but they should all be very happy with their performance as they all played really well. All three goals were conceived in the first half. This made SFC determined to be the better team in the second half and that they were. Thank you to William Boys and Macauley Harrison for helping out on the day. The team consisted of: Andrea Iannelli, Genia Cowell, Emma Northey, Mary Sandral, Tahlia Amato, Genevieve Star, Katie Burley, Georgia Everett, Ashlee Armstrong, Evie Morrison, Bethany Tyson, Chloe Buchanan, Monique Star, Paige Gaynor and Jarah Penfold.

Sarah Cudmore, Emily Mallon, Matilda Harriman, Jess Murphy, Megan Dunn, Brittany Pilon, Erika Star, Ua Ravu, Abby Molloy, Bulou Baravilala, Sophie Washington, Genevieve Star, Lucy Molloy, and Ms Fonte (coach)

Nathan Cauduro, Justin Armstrong, Nimalan Sundarum, Tory Amato, Sean Cauduro, Nic Bellato, Dan Valenzisi, Alex Nardi, George Pavese, Sam Pirrottina, Callum Cauduro, Christian Scanu, Rory Brown, and Mr Dal Nevo

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OPENS SOCCEROn Thursday the 9th of May the Open Boys and Girls Soccer Teams travelled to Griffith to compete in the Wagga Diocesan Soccer Carnival. The Boys and Girls divisions consisted of five teams; SFC, Marian Catholic College (MCC), Xavier College, Mater Dei, and Kildare. The first game of the day was against MCC. Both SFC teams played really well but were unable to secure a victory against MCC and fell to a 2-0 loss. The next game for both SFC teams was against Kildare. Improvements were shown by all SFC players as they were hungry for victory. The Girls had a win of 1-0 after an amazing goal from a cross by Genevieve Star. The Boys came extremely close but drew 0-0 (90% of the possession during the Boys game against Kildare was in SFC’s offensive half). The 3rd game was against Xavier College which was a tough challenge. SFC Boys gave the defending champions a tough time and had the game tied 1-1 at half time. The SFC goal

came from George Pavese who played extraordinarily well all day. Xavier scored in the second half ending the game at 2-1. The SFC girls unfortunately went down 3-0 to Xavier who had a number of State players on their team. The last game of the day for our SFC teams was against Mater Dei. The SFC Girls played really well but were unable to come out victorious with a score of 0-2 whereas the Boys capitalised on a corner where Nic Bellato scored a goal in the final minute of the game to make it 1-0.

Congratulations to Sean Cauduro and Sophie Washington who were selected to play in the NSWCCC team. Well done also to Nathan Cauduro and George Pavese for being selected as shadow players in the NSWCCC team. A big thankyou to Ms Fonte and all the students involved for making it a great day.

Jacob Dal Nevo Soccer Coach

On Tuesday 10th of September the SFC Girls Rugby Union team played against Yanco Ag and Wagga High at Yanco Ag High School. It was the first time that our girls had played together and was the very first time playing

rugby union for some of them. The girls should be extremely proud of their performance as they all played e x c e p t i o n a l l y well. The first game our girls had was against a Yanco Ag team. It was a very close game

but unfortunately for our girls Yanco Ag took the win 12-7. The next game was against Wagga High who got the victory 24-10. Our girls were getting hungry for a win and had one last chance. The final game for the day was against another Yanco Ag team. SFC didn’t hold back and came out on top with a 49-0 win. Thank you to Sam Allen, Angus Allen, Nick Pettit and Ainslee O’Halloran for helping out on the day. Another big thank you to Georgia Wallace and Bulou Baravilala for their motivation and dedication to get the team together and well prepared for the day. The team consisted of

Georgia Wallace, Bulou Baravilala, Ua Ravu, Megan Dunn, Tess Nolen, Jess Murphy, Sophie Tyson, Brittany Pilon, Evie Morrison, Genevieve Star, Bree Chambers, and Kearhn Smith.

Mr Jacob Dal NevoRugby Union Coach

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Chess Club has met on Fridays in the Library during the year. Students bring their lunch and enjoy a friendly game of Chess together. Some members are experienced players while others are still learning. All players are welcome! Students enjoy the challenge of improving their chess as well as wining the odd game.The St Francis Chess Team has again participated in the NSW Secondary Schools Chess Team Competition in the Riverina Region this year. Congratulations to Damien Hall, Jake Balaz, Callum Hislop and Genia Cowell and reserve Dylan Naimo who played their way to a place in the final of the competition which was to be played in Sydney. The last of

these matches was played in the old library in third term against Scots School, Albury with a 4-0 win.In fourth term the Chess Club members loaded all the chess equipment onto a trolley in the old library and made their way to the new library, where it has been installed.Our thanks go to the library ladies who have hosted us during the year.The Alice Dowd Chess Trophy is awarded to a student who has contributed to the chess club during the year. This year the trophy will be awarded to a student at Speech Day. It will be awarded to a student who has been valuable a member of the St Francis Chess Club.Mrs Penny WilliamsChess Coach

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On Sunday 16 June, Sophie Tyson, Bethany Tyson, Lauren McLennan and Mary Sandral (pictured right) travelled to Bathurst along with Mrs Hardie to compete on the Monday in the NSW CCC Teams Tennis Tournament. The day dawned foggy and freezing. We played against Taree resulting with a convincing win 5 sets to 1. We were also matched up against the two-time previous champions, Tamworth, who we lost against in a tough tussle. The day finished with a lap of honour around Mount Panorama. A special thank you to Mrs Hardie for her continued support of the game of TENNIS!

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The Chess Team after their win against Scots School, Albury. Callum Hislop, Damien Hall, Jake Balaz and Genia Cowell.

Season 2012/13 was very successful with the St Francis team making it all the way to the state Semi-Final. Members, James Gregory, Mitchell Hardie, Lachlan Lane, Lachie Leeds, Billy Dickinson, James Flood, Jayden Lehman, Sam Cooper, Todd Pattison, Sam Argus, Jake Scarr, Jacob Headon-Doidge, Will Dalton

First Round v St AnnesThe Year 8 and 9 boys travelled to Temora to take on St Anne’s in round 1 of the Berg Shield Cricket Competition. Captain James Gregory lost the toss and St Francis were sent in to bat. The innings started shaky, quickly losing two wickets for 14 runs. The Skipper who was seeing the ball like beach balls got run out for 5 after hesitating during a quick run. This brought the big hitting Mitch Hardie to the crease along with Mr Technique Lachie Lane. Hardie quickly went about lifting the run rate as he went ballistic on the Temora bowlers, knocking up 47. Lane went about his job of batting through the overs and crafting an impressive 60. Lachie Leeds and Jacob Hopper made two quick 12 run stands each taking the score to 157 at the end of 30 overs. Our bowling got off to a flier with Mitch and James Browning charging in with extreme pace. James claimed a contender for catch of the year taking a very sharp caught and bowled opportunity and ended with the figures of 1-20 after 5. Todd Pattinson came on and claimed a wicket in his first over. Todd was one of the better bowlers claiming 2-6 off 5 overs. One batsman from Temora gave the boys a shake making 27 off 18, before Billy Dickinson had him caught at long off. Billy bowled tight claiming 3 wickets for only 10 runs. Lachie Leeds, the team’s keeper, traded the gloves for the ball, cleaning up the tail with 2 wickets for 3 runs in a delicious one over spell. The team ended up winning by 45 runs. A great win to start our season of cricket.

Round 2 v Mater DeiMater Dei set an imposing tally of 140, Billy Dickinson and Sam Cooper both took 3 wickets. In an awesome batting performance St Francis claimed the win with 6 overs remaining thanks to Captain James Gregory (39), Lachie Lane (38no), Mitch Hardie (33no) and Sam Argus (26). Lachie Leeds was solid behind the stumps with 3 catches and no byes.

Round 3 v St StanislausOn the 27th of November the St Francis Berg Shield team set off for their 4th round encounter with St Stanislaus Bathurst. After 5 hot hours in the bus we arrived in Bathurst where Lachie Lane took ill. No trip to Bathurst would be complete if we didn’t take the Benz around Mount Panaroma. We lined up in pole position and attacked the mountain with gusto reaching speeds of 47kmph (speed limit 60kmph) everyone was very impressed by the mountain none more though then Mitchell Hardie. St Stanislaus provided us with great free accommodation in the Year 12 dorm. Wednesday morning started with getting Lachie Lane to a doctor resulting in the

news that he would not be able to play and that he would be taken to hospital to have his appendix removed, a major blow to the team but Lachie’s health was the main concern for the team. The team made a pact to win this one for Lachie.James Gregory and Mithell Hardie wearing school blazers strode confidently to the pitch for the toss of the coin, successfully winning and electing to bowl on a picturesque turf pitch. The bowlers did a good job containing a very solid batting line-up to 148 of the allotted 30 overs. Mitch Hardie, 1 for 19, James Browning, 2 for 25, were the pick of the bowlers but they were ably assisted by James Flood, 0 for 21, Sam Cooper, 0 for 10, Billy Dickinson, 0 for 16, Jacob Hopper, 0 for 10, James Gregory, 0 for 17 and Todd Pattison 1 for 30. An area for concern was the large number of wides (35). Lachie Leeds was Ian Healy like behind the stumps conceding no byes and keeping the pressure on the batsman, while Jayden Lehmann produced some cat like saves in the field.During the lunch break St Stanislaus supplied a feast fit for a king in the junior dining hall. At the conclusion of the lunch


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break Sam Argus and Jacob Headon-Doidge started our run chase, Sam hit a quick 5 before being caught and bowled. Todd Pattison(35) filled the void left by Lachie Lane and went about his business of building his own picket fence. Jacob and Todd took the shine of the ball and at the eighth over mark Jacob went bang, bang, bang bringing the 400 strong crowd to silence. He went on to make 46 and St Francis were 2 for 64 after 13, at the same point St Stanislaus were 1 for 55. James Gregory again hit everything out of the middle but fell for 7 chasing a wide delivery. This brought the big hitting Mitchell Hardie to the crease. After drinks he dispatched his first ball over the fence for six silencing the crowd. He went on to hit a quick fire 31 putting the game firmly in our hands at 4 for 126 of 20 overs. Todd Pattison was not to be outdone as he got in on the Mitch Hardie show as well knocking up 4 quick fours. Lachie Leeds (5), Jacob Hopper (4), Billy Dickinson (0 not out) and James Flood (4 not out) finished a sparkling St Francis performance as we now compete in the semi-finals early next year.

Round 4 v Lumen ChristiAfter a big trip to the coast we took on Lumen Christi, Pambula. Mitch Hardie bowled very well taking 3 for 14, James Gregory chipped in

taking 2 for 15. Lumen Christi made 8 for 122 of their 30 overs.The run chase started shaky losing Jacob Headon-Doidge for 5. Todd Pattison (16) and Sam Argus (22) steadied the ship. Lachie Lane struggled after the removal of his appendix and failed to trouble the scorer. James Gregory (18) and Mitch Hardie (48) turned the game in our favour to record 6 for 124 win with four overs remaining.

State Semi-Final v St Pauls KempseySt Pauls won the toss and elected to bat, on a slow outfield they knocked up an imposing 139. Mitch Hardie (4 for 18) and Todd Pattison (3 for 26) were the pick of the bowlers. Lachie Leeds was again tidy behind the stumps taking 3 catches and a stumping. Our opening batters found the conditions tough and after 14 overs St Francis were 4 for 36, well behind on run rate. James Gregory batted well for (37) assisted by Mitch Hardie (15) who was unluckily run out when looking comfortable. Lachie Leed(24) put in some lusting bottom order hitting along with Billy Dickinson (16no) to get us within 6 runs, however we ran out of balls finishing at 7 for 133. A fine group of young men and cricketers.

Mr Travis DoyleCricket Coach

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The Annual Diocesan Gala Day was held in Wagga with 5 teams from SFC taking to the courts. The Junior teams were coached by Miss Monique Cowled and performed admirably on the day. The ‘A’ team made the semi-finals but were well beaten. The ‘B’ team worked hard all day with only one sub available and came away with a win from their pool games. The Intermediate teams were coached by Mrs Amy Tabain. The ‘A’ team were highly competitive all day, losing their semi-final to arch rival Xavier by only 2 goals. The ‘B’ team were successful during their pool games with a win over Marian. The Senior team found things tough going but were successful in one pool match. Thank you to Mrs Tracey Puntoriero for coaching the Seniors on the day.

Junior A Team: Kelsey Hanlon, Maddy Clyne, Phoebe Atken, Kiara Bloomfield, Millie Stonnill, Jess O’Halloran, Jessica Sommerfield, Hannah Buchanan and Kiera Argus. Hannah Buchanan was unable to play in Sydney, a big thanks to Meg Wakeman for filling in. Junior B Team: Lucy Hatwell, Brainna Papasidero, Tiah Gillespie, Sophie Norman, Beatrice Coddington, Brianna Pilon, Sophie Dever, Emalene Munro and Georgie Clancy.

Intermediate A Team: Katelyn Clyne, Kiara Papasidero, Mary Sandral, Ainslee O’Halloran, Hannah Keely, Sophie Tyson, Izzy

Dando, Meg Collins, Claudia McLeanIntermediate B Team: Gianna Fiumara, Beth Tyson, Annabelle Coddington, Amy Creece, Lacey Williams, Jessie Williams, Jen Pilosio, Chelsie Savage, Jemma Goudie, Emma Northey

Senior Team: Laura Tenison, Kate Vallance, Abby Molloy, Brittany Pilon, Ellen Parkinson, Jess Flagg, Keely Bloomfield, Emily Mallon, Daisy Tyrrell plus Bridgette Brown & Matilda Harriman played in Sydney.

The NSWCCC Netball Championships were a steep learning curve for many netballers from SFC with the size and pace of some of their opposition being very different to what players are used to within the Riverina. The Juniors did really well winning 5 of their matches and losing 2. The Intermediates did well winning all but one of their pool matches. After a very long wait and the pool being forgotten about during presentations, SFC were declared the winners. Congratulations to the Intermediate girls on a great day of Netball. The Senior team did well winning one of their games with a team that had not had a lot of time together. But a good time was had by all.A huge shout out to Sophie Pinnuck, Evelyn Morris, Chloe Buchanan & Abbey O’Callaghan who umpired the SFC teams this year. We would have been lost without them.

Mrs Kim RobertsonNetball Coach

NetballReport


2013 Netball @ SFC


Junior Netball

Senior Netball

2013 produced some high’s and lows. The 16’s and Open Boys all won the MIA Giants Cups for their respective age groups winning gala days in Leeton. The 15’s and Open Girls teams also continued their regional dominance. The Under 14’s, however, lost the MIA Giants Cup for the first time in the cups existence. All teams travelled to Wagga to compete in the Giants Cup State Finals. St Francis was the most represented at the Finals. All sides played extremely well, however, only the 1stXVIII won through to the Giants v Swans All State finals in Blacktown. The 1stXVIII played very well to reach the final of the four zone final only to be given a footballing lesson by a bigger and stronger Erindale College.

Representative Football

St Francis had some outstanding under 15 footballers this season, Harry Leeds, Lachlan Evans, James Morsanuto and Mitch Conlan represented the Southern NSWCCC Bluetonges at the State

All Schools finals in Broken Hill. They all played well and finished the carnival in third place.In breaking end of season news, young gun Jacob Hopper was selected in the AIS academy squad after an injury plagued season.

Mr Travis DoyleDirector of Football

Australian Rules Football



St Francis had some outstanding under 15 footballers this season

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Players of the Future 14’s - George Pavese, Nathan Tang, Hunter Booth15’s - Harry Leeds, Lachlan Evans, Baz Blackett, Mitch Conlan16’s - Matt Flynn, Jarrod Moala, Josh Hanlon, Mitch Hardie, Lachie Lane, Lachie LeedsOPENS - Lachie Lane, Lachlan Leeds, Siale Howe, Mitch HardieGirls 15’s - Mary SandralOpen Girls - Jess Murphy

This year’s SFC Open girls’ league tag side dominated the Riverina. They played in the Dave Sheldrick Cup competing and winning against both Leeton High and Yanco Ag. This meant that they qualified to play in the Riverina Open girls League tag championships. The first stage was played at Yanco Ag, where the girls won 2 out of 3 games, losing to Griffith High but managing to score just enough points against Hay HS and Lake Cargelligo to win their pool. The next level was played in Temora, where, after a bit of uniform trouble, the girls pulled together to beat Griffith High but drew with Temora, making the finals unpredictable. Griffith High did us a favour and were able to draw with Kildare which opened up the opportunity for the girls to play Kildare in the finals. An intense battle raged. There was lots of tension between the two schools but SFC dominated possession and scored a couple of early tries. This meant Kildare had to chase us. In the end SFC won – Riverina Open Girls Champions

Mrs Kim RobertsonLeague Tag Coach

League TagReport


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On the Wednesday March 26, four teams of boys and girls travelled to Wagga to take part in the Catholic Schools Touch Tournament. Led by Mrs Kim Robertson, Mr Adam Chilko and Mr Carl Norman, the crew of young athletes left early for the games at 9:00 AM. In their games, the Junior boys triumphed over Marian Catholic College with a score of 4-2, followed by two losses to Kildare and Mater Dei, both scores 2-4, but they finished off with a strong win over Xavier, 6-0, finishing 3rd overall in their age group. The Junior girls put up a strong fight even with limited numbers and a few injuries, they were unlucky with their first three games against Marian, Kildare and Mater Dei, with the scores ending 0-6, 0-6 and 5-1 with Georgia Everett scoring a run away tryin the third. They fought hard in their last game against Xavier and were victorious with an end result of 6-1, Brianna Pilon and Ashley Armstrong both scoring 2, and Jarah Penfold and Evie Morrison scoring 1 each, they finished fourth overall for the day. The senior boys, had a strong start with a win over Marian, with a score of 6-2, followed by a draw with Kildare, 1-1, trailed by twomore wins against Mater Dei and Xavier, 4-2 and 12-1, they finished equal 2nd for the day. The Senior girls, also with a strong start to the day, secured an easy win over Marian, 6-1, followed by an unfortunate loss to Kildare, 1-3, but picked themselves back up with two more wins over Mater Dei and Xavier, scores 4-3

and 8-1, they finished a strong 2nd overall.Congratulations to Luke Wilson, Matt Wilson, Michael Jubb, Billy Gilbert, Meg Collins, Isabel Dando and Sophie Welsh on their selection into the Wagga Diocesan teams to compete in Penrith on June 4th. Also, to Josef Wilson and Ua Ravu who will be shadows for the tournament.A big thanks to Mrs Robertson, Mr Chilko and Mr Norman for organising the teams and taking us over safely for the day.

Touch Report

ST FRANCIS DE SALES MAGAZINE 2013 /// SPORT

Rugby LeagueReport


U/13sThis year saw a rebirth of sorts for junior rugby league at SFC. The 13s achieved an outstanding result making it to the state semi-final of the Country Cup for the first time in a very long time. Check out the tweet stream:

sfcsport @sfc_sport Open’s Rugby League LHS defeat SFC convincingly. Boys worked hard all game but were their own worst enemies with too much dropped ball #bringontheag #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport Open’s Rugby League YAHS defeat SFC 12-10. Much improved performance with the boys showing what they are capable of with ball control and aggressive defence #looktonextyear #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport Better players over both games: Jye Thompson, James Flood, Sam Allen, Jack McDonnell and Billy Gilbert. Huge thankyou to coach David Stevens and runner Craig Collins once again #timegenerous #wewillbebacknextyear #sfcRL

Mr Adam ChilkoSFC Rugby

League Coach

OpensThis year was a rebuilding year for the College’s senior team. Unfortunatley we were winless in this year’s Dave Sheldrick Shield going down to both LHS and YAHS.

U/16sThe U/16s made it through to the final of the Riverina Cup for the second straight year after a number of impressive performances. The future of our senior Rugby League at the College looks very promising!

sfcsport @sfc_sport 16s Rugby League squad announcement pt 1: L. Leeds S. Healy B Blackett J Flood M. Hardie H. Leeds J. Fisher N. Pettit B. Dickinson W. Feagaisfcsport @sfc_sport 24 JulPt 2: T. Hogan J Headon-Doidge L. Lane T. Pattison R. Byrnes J Thompson A. Allen L. Wilson J Gregory. Thanks to all who trialled! #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport 5 AugU16s Rugby League: SFC win regional part of Riverina Cup beating Leeton HS 36-4 and Kildare HS 10-0. Great job lads! #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport 27 AugU16s Rugby League boys ‘in the zone’ on the way to Riverina Cup Final vs Kooringal HS. Kick off 11am #sfcRL pic.twitter.com/WVKdkPXV76sfcsport ‏@sfc_sport 27 AugU16s Rugby League Kooringal HS 12 SFC 4. Boys tried real hard and were very unlucky. No further comment. #10Gfine #sfcRL

sfcsport @sfc_sport 16 Jul Cochrane cup - sfc 6 all draw with young and a 38 nil win against TRAC. In final v Kildare at 130 #supercoachroweandcollinssfcsport @sfc_sport 16 JulCochrane cup final sfc went down 28-18 after trialling 18 nil at halftime to Kildare #greateffort #grassroots

U/14sSFC continued with its good Cochrane Cup form over recent years. We were again runners up but continue to look like we will crack that elusive Riverina title in the near future.

sfcsport @sfc_sport 16 Jul13’s league defeated griffith high 24-4 and marian 32-4. Move on to the Riverina Final in the coming weeks #grassrootsleagueisaliveandwellsfcsport @sfc_sport 25 JunU13s Country Cup SFC 18 Kildare 0. Just after half time #lookingcrispsfcsport @sfc_sport 25 JunFull time U/13s Country Cup SFC 22 Kildare 0. Final v Kooringal HS at 1:20pm #shouldbeatoughcontestsfcsport @sfc_sport 25 JunHalf time U/13s SFC 24 Kooringal 4 #greatstartsfcsport @sfc_sport 25 JunU/13s Country Cup Full Time SFC 44 Kooringal 4 #riverinachampions #statesemifinalterm3sfcsport @sfc_sport 25 JunKirtis Fisher Lachie Pengelly Feagai twins Bailey Stanmore Hugh Collins among the better performers but great team display #13sRLCountry Cupsfcsport @sfc_sport 24 JulEarly start for 13s Rugby League on the way to compete in the state semi final of the Country Cup #sfcRL pic.twitter.com/1xFuc5voS4sfcsport @sfc_sport 24 JulLucky for the early start! Blown tyre on the bus. Back on the road to victory. #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport 24 Jul13s Rugby League Update: SFC 10 Moruya HS 4. Tries to Matt and Max Feagai Goal Hugh Collins. Albion Pk HS up next at 11am #onedown #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport 24 Jul13s RL: Albion Park HS 12 SFC 6. Need to beat Red Bend convincingly in next game to progress #notthebestperformance #ontothenextonesfcsport @sfc_sport 24 Jul13s RL: Red Bend 30 SFC 10 #outplayed Red Bend move into final. Next up 16s Riverina Cup #sfcRLsfcsport @sfc_sport 24 JulHuge thanks to Ash Collins (coach) Craig Collins, Matt Van Buren, Dean Stanmore and all the parents for their support of the 13s! #sfcRL

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SFC LEETON SCHOOL MAG 2013