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Waverley
Term 2 Number 6 6th May 2016“Show Mercy and you will know joy.”
St Clare
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Dear Parents, Carers, Students and Staff,
Welcome Back
Term 2 began with a moving Anzac Day Service as a tribute to the
men and women who fought for our freedom. Thank you to Mrs Kirstie
Mason along with her Year 10 History class who made us very
proud.
No matter how long the break might be somehow it never seems to
be long enough. Nonetheless I hope the girls are prepared to face
whatever challenges that lay ahead especially in working towards
achieving their absolute best.
Mother’s Day
We commemorate Mother’s Day this coming Sunday, May 8. I hope
and pray that all our mothers, grandmothers and the many other
significant women in our lives are always treasured as special
people. It is their unconditional love and guidance that helps us
to grow and become the people that we are. May God always keep a
watchful eye over them.
On Monday May 9, we will be celebrating Mother’s Day with a Mass
at Mary Immaculate Church at 9am followed by morning tea back at
the College. To date we have about 40 mothers, grandmothers and/or
other significant women who are able to join us.
Let us also remember that the month of May is dedicated to our
Lady, the Mother of Jesus, the Mother of our Church and our
spiritual Mother. Mary is revered as the very first disciple of our
Church as she accepted the will of God and is a great model in
teaching us what unconditional love is. This is a time we dedicate
to the reciting of the Rosary.
An Evening with Professor Ian Hickie on Adolescent Mental
Health
Marcellin College has kindly sent our College community an
invitation to attend an evening with Professor Ian Hickie on
Adolescent Mental Health. Professor Ian Hickie is well known for
his work and expertise in this area and this is a wonderful
opportunity. The details are in a flyer that has been included in
this newsletter. I have taken the liberty to include his
biographical details from the University of Sydney website. If you
would to read more about his work, this is the link Professor Ian
Hickie.
Professor Ian Hickie, AM is a psychiatrist and prominent mental
health campaigner. He is a former NHMRC Australia Fellow heading
the University of Sydney’s Brain and Mind Centre as
A Prayer For All Mothers
Loving God,
as a mother gives life and nourishment
to her children,
so you watch over your Church.
Bless these women,
that they may be strengthened
as Christian mothers.
Let the example of their faith and love
shine forth.
Grant that we, their sons and daughters,
may honour them always
with a spirit of profound respect
and unconditional love.
Grant this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
St Francis and St Clare, Pray for us. Amen
From the Principal
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a Co-Director for Health and Policy, and is one of Australia's
first National Mental Health Commissioners. The Commission oversees
enhanced accountability for mental health reform in Australia.
Professor Hickie is an internationally renowned researcher in
clinical psychiatry and a leading voice on mental health issues,
with a special interest in youth mental health, and the prevention
of and early intervention in emerging mood disorders.
Professor Hickie has been instrumental in using clinical, health
services and population health data to drive innovations in health
services, particularly in primary care. In partnership with
Professor Patrick McGorry, he has been at the forefront of
developing the youth mental health service headspace: the National
Youth Mental Health Foundation. Professor Hickie passionately
advocates for enhanced health and social services for those with
persistent mental illness and for increased accountability in the
delivery of those services. As inaugural CEO of beyondblue: a
national depression initiative, he established important depression
awareness, prevention and early intervention programs.
NAPLAN
The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN)
is an annual assessment conducted across Australia for all students
in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. These are scheduled for next week on May
10-12. Friday 13 May will be a day allocated for catch-up NAPLAN
tests should a student miss a test.
NAPLAN tests the skills that are essential for every child to
progress through school and life. These skills in literacy and
numeracy are developed over time through the school curriculum.
Please ensure you have read the information in this newsletter with
your daughter so that both you and your daughter know when she is
doing her tests and what equipment she needs to bring with her.
Year 7 2017 Enrolments
The enrolment period for Year 7 2017 is well and truly under
way. We have begun interviewing prospective students and
families.
From the Deputy PrincipalANZAC Tribute
Term 2 has began with our Stage 5 students presenting a very
moving ANZAC Day ceremony. This year marked 100 years since the
Battle of the Somme and the poetry and reflections afforded the
whole College community an opportunity to contemplate the
significance of the sacrifices of those who fought.
Comments made by parents and students are often about how
welcoming our community is, the wonderful upgrades to our
facilities and the great reputation we have.
Fees
A reminder that all Term 1 school fees accounts should now be
settled. If you have fees outstanding please make sure that these
are paid as soon as possible. If you are experiencing financial
difficulties, you are advised to make an appointment to discuss the
possible options that may be available to you. Make a time to speak
to Mrs Kim Parente, Mrs Damienne Forrester or myself.
And finally
Our community has made a great start to Term 2. We have many
things happening this term as usual.
Finally, I am looking forwarding to seeing many of you at our
Parents’ Association Meeting Tuesday May 10 at 6pm. We will gather
in the Mezzanine level of the Library.
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Blessings on you and your families,
Antoinette McGahan
Principal
ANZAC Day Ceremony
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Uniform and Blazers Week 3
Students have returned in their winter uniform and as the
weather was hot in the first weeks they did not have to wear their
blazers. It is, however, expected that all student wear their
blazers to and from school starting Monday Week 3. Girls are
permitted to wear either long or short sleeve shirts and stockings
are optional.
NAPLAN
A reminder that NAPLAN testing takes place in Week 3. This test
provides the College with a snapshot of where students are at in
terms of literacy and numeracy. This then allows us to implement
targeted interventions to support and extend our students. It is
not an exam students should worry about.
Expectations in Relation to Behaviour
As a College we are very protective of the reputation we have in
the community. We often get feedback from the public commending
girls for their exemplary behaviour and it is this sense of respect
that we actively promote. However there are some students who
forget that when they wear the College uniform they represent St
Clare’s and any negative or inappropriate behaviour reflects on the
College as a whole. It is expected that all girls are respectful
when on public transport and that they stand for paying members of
the public, particularly the elderly, when on public buses.
Social Media
We want to ensure that all students come to school feeling safe,
included and supported. It has come to our attention that some
students are participating in inappropriate behaviour on social
media that constitutes cyber-bullying. I encourage all parents to
actively check their daughter’s use of social media to ensure they
are not posting inappropriate material, comments or photos.
Similarly, regular checks will ensure you are aware of any
cyber-bullying that they may be experiencing. We do not tolerate
any form of bullying and as I have said on numerous occasions,
please contact your daughter’s Dean if you have any concerns.
TERM 2 IMPORTANT DATES & REMINDERS
9 May Mother’s Day Mass 9am at Mary Immaculate Church followed
by Morning Tea, more information early next term.
10 May Parent’s Association Meeting 6.00pm start, Mezzanine
Level, Library
10-12 May NAPLAN Exams, Year 7 and 9
13 May St Clare's hosting debating
17 May Years 11 & 12 Parent Student Teacher Interviews
(2:00pm - 7:00pm) Students dismissed at 1:20pm. Supervision
available.
19 May Year 7 Vaccinations
24 May Feast of Mary Help of Christians
30 May Year 11 Hospitality Work Placement
7 June Year 11 2017 Subject Selection Evening
13 June Queen’s Birthday Public Holiday
30 June Academic Assembly Final day for students. Students
dismissed at 1.20pm. Supervision available.
Years 7-10 Parent Student Teacher Interviews (2:00pm -
7:00pm)
1 July Years 7-10 Parent Student Teacher Interviews (9:00am -
3:00pm)
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support.
Kerrie McDiarmidDeputy Principal
The College Garden
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From the Director of Learning, Teaching and Innovation
Dear Parents, Carers and Students of the St Clare’s
Community,
Please be reminded that our school’s Years 7 and 9 students will
complete the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy
(NAPLAN) from next Tuesday 10 to next Thursday 12 May. St Clare’s
teachers will use the results of this assessment program to inform
future directions in their students’ learning. Moreover, the
College will administer the respective tests, as per the following
timetable:
Test date Test name IncludesTues 10 May • Language
Conventions
45 minutes• Writing
40 minutes
• spelling, punctuation and grammar
• a persuasive text OR a narrative
Wed 11 May • Reading 60 minutes
• reading comprehension
Thurs 12 May • Numeracy (calculator) 40 minutes
• Numeracy (non-calculator) 40 minutes
• two numeracy tests: one, in which a calculator is allowed, and
one, in which a calculator is not to be used
Fri 13 May • TBA • a ‘catch-up’ day (for students, who missed a
test, or who were absent on a test day)
In addition, Years 7 and 9 students will need to supply their
own pencil sharpener and eraser for next week’s tests. Also, they
will need to have their own scientific calculator (as per their
Mathematics lessons) for numeracy testing next Thursday 12 May.
Thank you for your continual support of learning at St
Clare’s.
Best wishes and prayers,
Derek WalesDirector of Learning, Teaching and Innovation
Canteen
Canteen - Lunch Orders:
Students wishing to purchase their lunch from the Canteen are
encouraged to place a lunch order. Orders can be placed either
on-line through Flexischools or over the counter before schools or
at recess time.
Lynda Furka, Manager
Poetry in Action
On Tuesday 4 April, in lesson one, all of Year 7 gathered in the
Hall for an English incursion. We were visited by a group called
‘Poetry in Action’ who entertained and taught us about rhythm,
rhyme, alliteration and imagery. They engaged us by presenting and
educating us through the use of humour and presenting information
in a fun and interesting way. This was a great experience and we
learnt so much. We look forward to them coming back in the
future.
Annabelle Wendler, Year 8
Recently the Year 7 and 8’s had the privilege to watch members
of the ‘Poetry in Action’ team perform an entertaining play
highlighting the fundamentals of poetry. I found the play extremely
humorous, engaging and it definitely caught the audience's
attention. It was a great experience and taught us about the
language techniques of poetry as well as how to compose a
well-structured poem to have impact. ‘Poetry in Action’ gave
examples of extremely significant poetry that has been written
around the world, then performed them in a unique way which we, the
audience, could relate to. I thought ‘Poetry in Action’ was one of
the best possible ways to learn about poetry, as we all enjoyed
attending such an educational and captivating performance.
Angela Barabanova, Year 7Poetry in Action performance
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From the CAPA Department
STAGE 5 MUSIC EXCURSION- Sydney Opera House & Sydney
Conservatorium of Music
Last term, the elective music students, were privileged to hear
the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and attend a tour of the Sydney
Conservatorium of Music.
We were able to watch the Sydney Symphony Orchestra practice a
piece in an open rehearsal that they were performing that night.
The piece of music was Bruckner’s ‘Symphony No. 4’, as well as
Berio’s ‘Violin Concerto’. All classes studied the music scores of
each piece, as well as played some main musical motifs that
appeared in the piece. We saw various instruments and where they
were placed in the orchestra. We heard how all the instruments
would tune to the oboe and best of all we heard all the instruments
playing their piece. This enabled us to identify instruments and
watch them play their sections of the piece. It was a very valuable
experience because instead of listening to a piece on a CD, we were
able to visually watch and remember the performance.
After this we had a heritage tour of the Sydney Conservatorium
of Music. We learnt about the history of the area and were taught
about how it came to be. We learnt how the building was once horse
stables and now was a significant place for students and
Stage 5 Music Excursion
people to learn music and pursue their dreams. One of the best
things about this was we were able to go past extremely talented
musicians offices and listen to them practice. It was amazing to be
surrounded by talent and incredible sounds.
This was a marvellous day where we were able to experience
fantastic opportunities and had lots of fun while we were at it.
The open rehearsal and the heritage tour of the Sydney
Conservatorium of Music are experiences that I will remember for a
long time.
Tahlia HeiningerYear 9 Elective Music
HSC Visual Arts professional development video
BOSTES has produced a professional development video to explain
the marking process of the HSC Body of Work. It is intended for HSC
Visual Arts teachers, students and parents.
The video focuses on the use of “critical dialogue” in the
marking process, and was filmed at the Visual Arts marking centre
during the 2015 HSC Marking process. If you would like to view
this, search ‘2015 HSC Visual Arts Marking’ on YouTube.
Helene GalettisActing Head of Creative and Performing Arts
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Basketball
At the end of Term 1 students from St Clare's were involved in
the Wednesday night Basketball competition held at St Catherine's
College. Everyone had a great season and represented the College
with great enthusiasm and pride. The Year 8 Basketball team worked
very hard all season and ultimately one the grand final! Well done
to the following girls for their fantastic achievement.
Year 8 Basketball Team Grand Final Winners:
Tomika Close-Brown
Rebecca Marzol
Lois Chandler
Siena Carini
Charlotte Whitaker
Charlotte Dilorenzo
Tia Hughes
Paul Arundel,Head of PDHPE
World Youth Day Krakow 2016 Preparation
On Thursday the 28 April, Jasmine Wyld, Mrs Traill-John and
myself visited Domremy College in Five Dock for our first
preparation session for World Youth Day, which is taking place
later this year in Kraków, Poland.
The afternoon consisted of getting to know the other students
from Years 10 and 11 from the many schools that we will be
travelling with us throughout our pilgrimage. The preparation
session also helped to prepare and inform us on the importance of
Mercy and significance of World Youth Day.
Rebecca Smith Year 11
