20th March 2015 Absentee Number: 9301 6270 Know More – See More – Do More I read these words each week and ask what do they inspire in me. They challenge oneself to try harder and perform better. These words ask us to live, learn and work with “one foot in the air”, always striding forward, constantly seeking our best. These words make it clear that Mediocrity must never be accepted as a norm and must not be part of our college culture. Last week three significant leadership positions were advertised. These positions, in addition to the Learning Support/Enrichment Coordinator are a further response to strategic focus areas: 1. Director of Mission and Identity This role aligns with the strategic direction of Discipleship. We aim to be a College where faith is expressed through action, teaching Religious Education is aspired to, students and parents value Religious Education and appreciate that our broad curriculum sets us apart. We aim to be a place where faith helps students with study and their relationships with others. 2. Director of Diversity and Personal Excellence The role aligns primarily with the strategic direction of Learning, ensuring the College maintains a focus on Education support and Enrichment. This includes students with learning challenges and also gifted students. 3. Director of Academic Excellence The role aligns with the strategic direction of Accountability, ensuring the College maintains focus on providing support for the intellectual development of every learner such that they each have the best possible chance to excel personally. This role will focus on academic accountability, in particular the use of data to help guide teaching to ensure best academic outcomes for students. I will keep parents and guardians updated of these appointments and the appointment of Learning Support/Enrichment Coordinator in the next newsletter. For your children Mark Antulov Principal SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPH DAY - THURSDAY 30TH APRIL Annual school photographs will be taken on Thursday 30th April by Academy Photography. All students must be immaculately attired in full College Winter Uniform, including blazer. The following grooming standards must be adhered to: Hair is combed and/or tied back if below the collar Red, black or white hair ties only Full winter uniform including blazer (College jumper not to be worn for photos) Polished shoes Correct jewellery Ties must be worn and top buttons done up Girls are to wear black stockings/tights All badges removed Students will receive envelopes during the following week and these will be individually named. The envelopes must be given to the photographer on Photo Day (even if a student is not purchasing photos). Instructions to parents regarding the cost and procedure for purchasing photographs will be on the envelope and payment must be included when the envelope is given to the photographer. Spare photo envelopes will be available from Student Administration for new students and anyone who needs a replacement. Envelopes for family photographs are also available from Student Administration. Family photographs will be taken during lunchtime on Photo Day. It is the responsibility of family groups to report to the photographer at the beginning of lunch to have a photo taken. Jenneth Stibi Deputy Principal NATIONAL COMPUTER SCIENCE SCHOOL CHALLENGE The National Computer Science School (NCSS) Challenge is run by the School of Information Technologies at the University of Sydney. It is run for high school students as a competition to test their Python programming skills. Last year all Year 11 students in Stage 2 Computer Science participated in the Challenge. Each week for 5 weeks, a set of questions testing their evolving programming skills were posted online. Participants had a week to submit their solutions to the Challenge website where they were automatically marked. Across Australia, over 9000 students participated in the NCSS Challenge. The following students received a High Distinction (> 85%) for their efforts in the Challenge: • • Elliot Mead Brad Milner Well done to all the students that participated! Christine Spagnuolo Head of ICT/Business/Media • • Mitchell Williams Braeden Gullace TERM 2 UNIFORM REMINDER Students and parents are reminded of the change to Winter Uniform for all students from the first day of Term 2. The College blazer is a compulsory item that must be worn to and from school until the end of PCG each morning. Dresses that require alteration must be ready for the first day of term to sit neatly at the top of the knee. HAVE SUM FUN MATHEMATICS COMPETITIONS Excitement and preparations are mounting for the Have Sum Fun Maths Competitions to be held over two weekends in March at Duncraig Senior High School and Rossmoyne Senior High School. The competition is organised by MAWA (the Mathematical Association of Western Australia) and this is the first time Year 7 students have been invited to participate. Hundreds of young mathematicians gather from schools across Perth to enjoy the competition. The evening consists of four rounds of mathematical problems and tie breaker questions at the end. Representing Prendiville this year are two excited Years 7 – 8 teams, one enthusiastic Year 9-10 team and two very keen Years 11-12 teams. The Maths Break Out area in D block is a hive of activity at lunchtime as our five teams hone their team building skills and work on past questions in a relaxed atmosphere and guided by members of the Mathematics department, Miss Paula Donohoe, Miss Edel Maher and myself. The object of the competition is to give teams of six students the chance to extend their mathematical ability, enjoy a friendly competition and, most importantly, have fun. We wish all our five teams fun in training and best wishes for the competitions to be held on 13th March and 20th March. Good luck teams. Julie Mernagh Mathematics Department SERVICE LEARNING Project Compassion We are well into Lent now and there has been a whole lot of activity raising money around the school for Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion appeal. The central theme of this appeal is through donation we help people change their lives for the better. Please take the time to go to www.caritas.org.au if you want to know more about how donations are used and keep giving generously. House totals so far are: Brigid $727, Chisholm $650, Francis $465, McAuley $678, Romero $275 and Salvado $407. Year 11 Service Learning. Congratulations to all the Year 11 students who completed 10 and in many cases more hours in 2014. Now the challenge in on to finish all 20 Service hours by Friday November 1 st, this includes all the hours finished and signed, reflections completed and Essay typed up and submitted. Keep your eye on the notices for opportunities and also coming soon the Prendiville Service learning Portal. Year 10 Service Learning All Year 10 students will receive their journals on Friday March 27th. If you do service hours before then keep records so they can be signed off. More information will be given to students and parents then. Paddy Devlin Service Learning Coordinator. WORLD’S GREATEST SHAVE Congratulations to Year 9 student Thomas Norman CH6 who recently participated in the World’s Greatest Shave by shaving his head to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation. Thomas said he wanted to do something which was worthwhile and helpful and he has raised $500 - a fantastic effort. Well done Thomas. Thomas is also to be commended on the responsible way in which he approached the challenge as he sought permission from his House Co-ordinator beforehand and then ensured he adhered to the College uniform policy with regards to hair length. P & F EASTER RAFFLE A reminder that donations for prizes for the P & F Easter raffle are due by Friday 27th March 2015 please. All contributions can be handed into the Finance office. If anyone has some cane baskets that can be used for wrapping prizes that they are happy to donate, they would also be appreciated. SPORTS NEWS CAS Sport The Term 1 Summer CAS season has been a whirlwind. Due to the 9 week term there will be no finals played and given the position of our bye in the final round, Week 8 marks the end of the summer season. I would like to thank all of the students, staff, parents, coaches, siblings and friends who have supported the CAS program once again this year. Although we will not be able to see our results until the conclusion of Week 9 fixtures it has been extremely pleasing to see improvements in participation and commitment for a number of teams. The conclusion of the summer season triggers the commencement of our winter CAS season in Term 2. A similar process will be followed for students to nominate for teams they are interested in trying out for. All students have been sent a link over Student CONEQT that will take them to the online registration page. Term 2 CAS is very exciting as it includes standalone Year 7 teams that are unavailable in Term 1. I am looking forward to seeing similar numbers across all teams signing up and ready to represent their school. Finally, any students who are interested in assisting as a student coach or umpire for the sports of Basketball, Soccer, Netball and AFL please contact me directly to discuss these options further. ACC Swimming Carnival Following our Interhouse carnival last week the 2015 Inter School Team has been named. Students received their Permission Slips this week at school and it is imperative that these are returned before the day of the Carnival (Tuesday 24th March). The Team and event allocations have been placed on the PCC Sportal page on Coneqt for both parents and students to view. Carnival programs can also be downloaded from the SPORTAL page for those parents who may be interested in attending as a spectator on the day. Any parent who may be able to assist at the carnival as an official, please contact me at the College at your earliest convenience. 100K Club As swimming wraps up for this year we move straight into preparations for the Cross Country carnival meaning 100K Club is on again. Although we do use it as a training program for the ACC Cross Country carnival in Week 5 of Term 2, it is targeted and tailored to all students in the College and many students use it to improve their fitness for other sports outside of school or simply to challenge themselves. The general premise of the 100K Club is that every kilometre each student runs is recorded and students work towards reaching the 100km mark. Totals are continued in subsequent years and it was pleasing to see a large number of students last year reach milestones of 300, 400 and even 500km. Students who wish to participate must collect a permission slip from me in the PE and return it signed before they are allowed to participate. This also contains all necessary information for both parents and students. 100K Club training will start on Monday morning of Week 9. Students are to meet in the Gym foyer at 7am. Senior Boys Football Training has already commenced for our Senior Boys AFL Team as they prepare for the 2015 Season in Term 2. Any boys in Years 10-12 who are interested in playing should speak to the head coach Mr Stephen Lynch for more information. Sporting Excellence Once again a number of Prendiville students have participated and performed very strongly in the Junior State Surf Life Saving Championships. Congratulations to the following students on your outstanding individual and team achievements. Chelsea Lynn (Year 7) Gold- Cameron Relay, Ironman and Surf Race, Silver- Surf Teams Race, Bronze- Board Relay. Ashleigh Rooke (Year 7) Gold- Cameron Relay. Neve McLeod (Year 7) Gold- Cameron Relay, Silver- Surf Teams Race, Bronze- Board Relay and Ironman. Ben Hillen (Year 8) Gold- 2km Beach Run and Cameron Relay, Silver- Beach Flags and Board Rescue, Bronze- Beach Relay, Board Relay. Ryley Gardener (Year 8) Gold- Beach Relay, Board Relay and 2km Beach Run, Bronze- Board Race. Darcey Brooks (Year 8) Silver- Cameron Relay, Bronze- Board Race and Ironman. Libby Bell (Year 8) Silver- Cameron Relay. Yanik Schaub (Year 9) Bronze- Beach Relay and 2km Beach Run. Deon Waldmeier (Year 10) has been accepted into the National Scouting Recruitment programme in America. Once Deon finishes his studies at Prendiville he will be able to continue to study at an American College whilst playing Soccer. If your son/daughter has achieved high level sporting success in their pursuits outside school we would love to hear about them so they can be acknowledged for their achievements. Please forward any information through to myself at the College. If you have any queries regarding any of the sporting opportunities at Prendiville please don't hesitate to contact me via phone (93016255), email ([email protected]) or CONEQT. Jamie Birrell Sports Coordinator URGENT - Graduates of 1995, 2005 and 2010 Prendiville Catholic College is inviting the above graduates back to the College to celebrate your 20, 10 and 5 year anniversary of your departure. The format is simple. Come to the Physical Education Conference area of the Gymnasium from 5.30PM onwards on Friday May 1st and partake in refreshments, nibbles and a tour. You’ll see folk you’ve lost contact with and won’t be able to stop the chatter. For us to cater and put arrangements in place we need your help. Using www.trybooking.com/123533 please book your place. A token $10 gives you access to unlimited food and drink. These occasions work best when word is passed around. We look forward to your booking. Like us on Facebook: Prendiville Catholic College Official Site and continually be kept in the loop. We look forward to your company. Many thanks Chris Greenwood. Publicity and Marketing DANCE AND DRAMA Book by Music by Lyrics by Mark O’Donnell Marc Shaiman Scott Wittman Thomas Meehan ********* Marc Shaiman Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters Orchestrations by Harold Wheeler Arrangements by Marc Shaiman By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd. Exclusive agent for Music Theatre International (NY) DATES/TIMES PERFORMANCE DATES/TIMES Wednesday 6 May 2015 7:30 pm Thursday 7 May 2015 7:30 pm Friday 8 May 2015 7:30 pm Saturday 9 May 2015 1:30 & 7:30 pm Tickets go on sale: 7:00 am Saturday 21 March 2015 FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION GO TO: WWW.TRYBOOKING.COM/114726 PRENDIVILLE TECHSPOT Welcome to our TechSpot for 2015! This section of our newsletter is for students and staff to share tips, tricks, ideas and apps to do with technology at Prendiville. This week, are examining some things that you need to be aware of when using your iPad. 1. Using Your iPad Too Much – Screen Time Think about how often you are using your iPad and make sure that you have ‘eye breaks’ away from the screen. Long-term focusing can give you headaches, can alter your posture and affect your sleep! Look into the distance for 10 seconds for every five minutes you use your iPad intensively. Remember that you have been using it at school, for most of the day, so don’t let its glow keep you up at night as well. Charge your iPad overnight away from bedrooms. Backing Up This is something students don’t tend to think about until disaster strikes. Can you get your work from your iPad if you lose access to it? iCloud is good for photos and documents, but what about notes in Notability or textbook copies in GoodReader? The College recommends using DropBox or SkyDrive to back up your work. If your teacher has set up a folder for you on the Student_Uploads drive, this is a great place to move important work as well. Even emailing assignments to yourself is better than nothing. Back up regularly – this is your responsibility! 2. Where are you going online? Remember that our system logs you in as soon as you step onto the school grounds and connect to the network. It logs what apps you have open, as well as messages sent, tabs open in Safari and so on. Make sure that you close down apps and tabs between home and school to avoid any issues. If you wouldn’t risk it at school, don’t risk it at home either! 3. The False Anonymous Factor If you think you can hide behind a screen as you make that comment or post that image, think again. Every time you log in, you leave a fingerprint that can be traced – both at school and outside of school. If you wouldn’t say it to their face, don’t say it online. Think about your reputation in the future – what will others be able to find out about you online? If you need help with iPads or just want to ask a question, feel free to drop into the iPad Helpdesk in P1 at lunchtimes. We will be happy to give you assistance. Mrs Melissa Marshall eLearning Coordinator CAREER NEWS Please check the following important dates for relevant career information. I can be contacted at the school or in my office at lunchtimes for further information. Mr Todd Careers / VETiS Coordinator ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Defence Force Careers Expo When: Saturday 28 March, 9am – 4pm Where: Leeuwin Barracks, East Fremantle The expo will showcase the variety of career options across the Australian Defence Force. It will provide you with an opportunity to view displays including a PC9 low level aerobatics display, get involved with interactive demonstrations, speak with members of the Defence Force Recruiting team and hear first-hand about the 200 career opportunities available within the Australian Defence Force. For more information go to: http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/expos/PerthExpo/ Defence Force Trade Careers Information Session Tuesday 31st March 2015 6.30pm - Level 7, 66 St Georges Terrace, Perth There’s no better way to start a trade career than in the Australian Defence Force. And with the huge range of different trade careers available, it’s a sure bet there will be one for you. You’ll start off on a great wage while you train to become an expert in your chosen field, receiving nationally recognised qualifications. You’ll get great travel opportunities and be working with some of the most technically advanced hardware in the world. Some of the awesome benefits include competitive salary packages, guaranteed job security, free healthcare and subsidised accommodation. Plus, with physical activity included in a typical days work, you’ll find plenty of time to kick a ball around with your new mates. Find out more at the next information session. Notre Dame Events: Medicine Information Session When: Sunday 22 March 2015, 10.30am Where: Tannock Hall of Education (ND4), Corner of Cliff Street and Croke Street This session is appropriate for Year 11 or 12 students who are contemplating a career in Medicine. The event will cover course information relating to the Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Pre-Medicine Certificate. During the morning several aspects of these courses will be discussed, including the selection process, course structure, and important dates and deadlines. Curtin Event: Twilight Campus Tours Thinking about attending Curtin when you finish school? Later in the year there will be information evenings that can assist you to decide whether Curtin is the place for you to study. Until then why not take a campus tour to give you some more information about the Curtin. Twilight Tours involve Curtin students showing you their favourite spots on the Bentley campus and where they study and take classes. Future student advisors will also be available to answer questions about applying to Curtin. Express your interest for the 2015 Twilight Tours and a Curtin representative will contact you once the event details are finalised. Express your interest by filling in your details at: http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/student-life/calendar/twilight-tours.cfm Murdoch Event: Campus Tours Murdoch has a series of events that can provide information about the courses they offer and what it may be like to attend their university once you have finished school. While you are waiting for these events, why not attend a campus tour. For information about campus tours contact: [email protected] ECU EVENT: Natural Sciences Showcase Evening Where: Building 21, Room 204,Joondalup Campus, 270 Joondalup Drive When: Wednesday, 22 April 2015 from 6.00pm to 7.30pm Details: Come along to ECU’s School of Natural Sciences Showcase Evening where you will find out more about the courses that we offer in this area, information on entry pathways, fees, scholarships and general student life at ECU. Information Evening – Mount Lawley When: Wednesday, 1 April, 6.00pm Where: EUC Mount Lawley Campus Register for these event at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G2JCC58 Mini Career and Tertiary Expo Tuesday 21st April, 2015 2.00pm – 5.00pm Prendiville Catholic College Gymnasium COMMUNITY NOTICES Parents and Friends Federation of Western Australia Notice of change to PFFWA Constitution The Parents and Friends Federation of Western Australia is proposing a minor change to their Constitution to alter the number of required general meetings each year from eight (8) to 4 (four). This change will be voted on at the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 27th May. Rationale for change: 1. The ability to communicate with Councillors between face-to-face meetings has become increasingly easier and more convenient 2. Councillors tend to be active on other committees within their school and community and one less meeting per term makes it easier for them to contribute to their other commitments. 3. It assists both in time away from home and meeting the cost of travel for country-based Councillors 4. It still provides the ability to have more meetings should they be required A detailed notice of the change can be accessed on our website, www.pff.wa.edu.au. Should you have any queries, please contact Shelley Hill, PFFWA Executive Officer on 9271 5909 or [email protected] April Holiday Revision April WACE and ATAR Revision with Academic Task Force – 6 hr subject revision at Rossmoyne SHS, Churchlands SHS and Perth Modern School. Enrol now online at www.academictaskforce.com.au or call 9314 9500 or email [email protected] April WACE and ATAR Revision Courses with Academic Associates – 10 hr courses available at the University of Western Australia and the University of Notre Dame. Enrol online at www.academicassociates.com.au or call 9314 9500 or email [email protected] April Skills Development Program for Years 7 – 10 with Academic Task Force. English, Essay Writing, Maths, NAPLAN preparation and Learning Skills at Rossmoyne SHS, Churchlands SHS and Perth Modern School. Enrol now online at www.academictaskforce.com.au or call 9314 9500 or email [email protected]. COMING EVENTS th Sunday 29 March - Palm Sunday th Tuesday 24 March ACC B Division Swimming Carnival Thursday 2 nd Thursday 2 nd th Monday 20 April - Parent Teacher Interviews Years 7-9 April - Holy Thursday Tuesday 21 April - End of term st April - Parent Teacher Interviews Years 10-12 th Tuesday 24 March P & F meeting, 7.30pm rd Friday 3 April - Good Friday Wednesday 22 th nd April - Term 2 commences Sunday 5 April - Easter Sunday REGULAR MASS TIMES LOCAL PARISH SATURDAY SUNDAY St Simon Peter Parish, Ocean Reef 6.00pm 8.00am, 10.00am and 5.00pm SURROUNDING PARISHES Our Lady of the Mission Parish, Whitford 6.30pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.00am & 5.45pm St Andrew's Parish, Clarkson 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am and 5.30pm St Luke’s, Woodvale 6.00pm 8.00am and 9.30am St Anthony's Parish, Wanneroo 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.00am and 6.00pm All Saints Parish, Greenwood 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am & 5.30pm Banksia Grove Catholic Community (in the school hall) 8.00am (Mon - Sat) 9.30am
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