NEWSLETTER 23 September 2014 Dear Parents and Guardians Review of the Australian Curriculum You may like to read a letter which the College received from the Australian Government, outlining the findings of the review of the Australian Curriculum. This review was conducted by Professor Ken Wiltshire and Dr Kevin Donnelly and you can access it at www.scsa.wa.edu.au The Class of 2014 This week we farewell the Class of 2014 in a formal way. They had a final assembly with the College students on Wednesday and then they will have their Graduation Ceremony with the College Community and parents on Friday. They are quite a unique group, as they have always been called the “half group”. That is, they are smaller in number than usual, due to the change in school starting age fourteen years ago. Perhaps this has made them a much more close-knit group, as they have had the opportunity to get to know each other really well. We wish them well in their future life choices, particularly, their studies and the exams, which some of them are about to sit. I would like to finish with part of the reading from Sunday’s scripture, where St Paul addresses a small group of Christians, in a Greek village called Thessalonika. “We always mention you in our prayers and thank God for you all and constantly remember before God our Father how you have shown your faith in action, worked for love and persevered through hope, in Our Lord Jesus Christ.” God Bless Declan Tanham Principal Yr 12 Exam Revision with Mr Craig Thomas Telephone: (08) 9444 9355 41 Franklin Street, Leederville WA 6007 Facsimile: (08) 9444 9310 Website: aranmore.wa.edu.au From the Deputies... College Dates 20 Oct - 3 Nov 20 Oct - P&F Meeting 21 Oct - Student Leaders 2015 Elections - Netball Program Presentation Night 22 Oct - Yr 12 Graduation practice P1 & P2 - WS Farewell Assembly P3 & 4 23 Oct - Onsite Interviews Round 2 24 Oct - Yr 12 Graduation practice 10am - 1pm - Yr 11 Art & Design Excursion - Yr 11 Econs Field Trip - CLASS OF 2014 GRADUATION 27 Oct - 7 Nov - IEC Swimming 29 Oct - English Presentaiton Night Grooming Procedures We’d like parents/guardians to be aware of some new approaches to our grooming and dress-code. There are no changes to the published dresscode as outlined in the Student Diary. In our efforts to constantly improve the standards of adherence to the code, we are implementing some new strategies. Students are reminded that any staff member (teacher or nonteaching staff) may and should challenge students about uniform and grooming problems. If a student presents at school with a Uniform/grooming problem, one of the following will occur: 1. Immediate correction (eg – remove/confiscate jewellery or non-uniform garment); 2. The Head of Year will set a date by which the problem will be rectified (eg hair-cut, new shoes); 3. The Head of Year will send the student home at the end of the day with a letter instructing that the student is not to return to school until the situation is remedied. 3 Nov Being sent home in this context is not a suspension as such, and hence no re-enrolment interview will be required. For instances of hair-cuts being too short, a period of time (probably a week) will be stipulated by the Head of Year where the student will not be able to return to classes. 6-7 Nov This practice is aligned with what is already stated in the Student Diary. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to call me at the College. 3 Nov - Keys for Life Parent information night - WACE exams begin - Peer Support Training Camp 7 Nov - Yr 11 Final Mass & Assembly 10 Nov - Yr 11 Study Day - Yr 11 EALD Practical Exams 11 Nov - 11am Remembrance Day Prayer - Yr 11 Exams begin Elite Sport Training Squads This is to clarify for students and parents that students who are selected for any elite sporting training squad may not depart early from school on a regular basis, in order to attend training sessions. The College is happy to clarify this with any team or coach, and has made such contact recently to Rugby WA. 14 Nov Mrs Clare Kanakis - Yr 9 Social 18 Nov - Awards Rehearsal 19 Nov Don’t Forget? - 6.30-8.30pm College Awards Presentation Evening 20 - 21 Nov High Tea - Outdoor Ed Expedition 21 Nov - Yr 9 Big Day In #2 24 Nov Opening Hours During the School Term 25 Nov The Uniform Shop will be open: - New students Yr 9-12 Orientation - Yr 7 & 8 Orientation Tuesday: 11.00am – 1.30pm Friday: 8.00am – 11.30am The College summer uniform is worn in Term 4. Grab a friend, dress up and enjoy good food, fine teas and coffee, all whilst being serenaded with sweet music. The fundraising High Tea is on Sunday 2 November, 3-6pm. Please see flyer at the end of the newsletter, Thank you. Voting in the Student Council Elections IMPORTANT REMINDER 2015 School Year Parents must inform the Principal’s secretary if their child is not returning to the college in 2015. Failure to do so shall incur a term’s fee in lieu of notice. Information Technology News Computing requirements for 2015 With the rollout to personal electronic devices for Years 7 to 10 next year, I have been asked by some families for suggestions on what to purchase. To make this process easier for those families, I have been speaking to a company called PRA solutions. This is a third party that has, with the specifications given by Aranmore Catholic College, Sourced suitable devices which they are able to supply at educational prices. It must be stressed that it is not compulsory to purchase through this company, but is given as an option. The company does have the facility to allow leasing as well as outright purchases. To view their offer please go to http://edusales.praimaging.com.au Then use the code: acc2015 To contact PRA solutions Educational consultant, Sean Finney, please phone (08) 9225 4677 or email [email protected] The school is passing on this information to assist families and do not have any financial or supportive link with the company. As the students’ personal electronic devices should be able to last 2-3 years, it is imperative that it is covered on your insurance, I would strongly suggest checking on this. It should also be noted that, due to the fact that students will be carrying their device between classes, a sturdy cover is strongly recommended. Mr Luke Halden ICT within Curriculum Year 11 YEAR 11 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Please note the summary of important dates for all Year 11s: Friday November 7................................Last day of Year 11 classes Monday November 10...........................Study Day for all Year 11 students (no classes on this day) Tuesday November 11...........................Exams commence Tuesday November 18...........................Religion & Life Exam ALL Y11s and Awards Evening rehearsal Wednesday November 19......................Awards Presentation Evening 6.30pm ALL Y11’s required Monday November 24............................ Exams conclude Wednesday November 26.......................Exam Review Day Thursday November 27...........................Subject change day (Mr Williams) All students need to attend their exams in full SUMMER ACADEMIC uniform. Best of luck with your studies. Mr Damian Stefanoff Head of Year 11 Society & Environment Hurry!!! Come on board Canberra Tour Departing October 2015 Reserve a place $500 deposit to be paid by April 2nd 2015 For further details contact Mr Craig Phillis [email protected] Reminder: Europe Tour Meeting Date: Wednesday 12th November 2014 Time: 6.00pm– 7:00pm (approximate finish) Location: Aranmore Catholic College Library (Entry from Marion street is advised) Craig Phillis Head of Society and Environment Aranmore College being SunSmart As we lead in to summer and the weather starts heating up we should reconsider how we protect ourselves when out in the sun. It is also important to understand the philosophy behind the College’s “No Hat, No Play” policy. A 2002 survey found that approximately two in every three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer before the age of 70 and it is estimated that every eight hours someone dies of skin cancer in Australia. In Australia, sunburn can occur in as little as 10 minutes on a fine summers day. Sunburn at any age, whether serious or mild, can cause permanent skin damage. Sunburn is a major risk factor for developing melanoma, the most dangerous form of skin cancer. Melanoma is more likely to occur in people who are exposed to the sun every now and then (eg. on weekends or holidays, especially if they get sunburnt), not a little bit everyday. So how is the College approaching this issue? Students are required to purchase a hat and wear it any time that they are out in the sun. Those students who do not have a hat will be asked to move into shaded areas at recess and lunchtime. In PE students will also be offered sunscreen. For further information please search the Cancer Council of WA website which has information on a wide range of cancers not just skin cancer. References: http://www.cancerwa.asn.au/prevention/sunsmart/ http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/diet-and-fitness/on-the-move-against-skin-cancer-20121009-27ae6.html Free Online Learning Free online learning The below website offers some free educational information: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/ Specialist Netball Program Mrs Georgina Grace, Miss Tasha Nykyforak, Cheyelle Robins-Reti and Mrs Cherie Farnan Netball Presentation Evening Each year we have young netballers stand up and stand out. Whether that be through their commitment, passion, achievements or all areas, we like to recognise them through our program awards. Our Aranmore netballers have a great reputation for being quality players and quality people, and we congratulate the following athletes on receiving a Netball Program Award, which were presented at our Annual presentation night held at the College on Tuesday 21 October: Lower School Most Improved Player: Eden Gilbert Middle School Most Improved Player: Tecara Turvey Senior School Most Improved Player: Umpiring Award: Alannah Tynan-Hislop Ellen Maughan and Rebecca McCafferty Coaching Award: Rebecca McCafferty Junior Tour Star: Morgan Jasson Senior Netball Tour Awards Team 1 – MVP: Team 1 – Coaches Award: Most Persistent: Team 2 – MVP: Team 2 – Coaches Award: Most Persistent: Cheyelle Robins-Reti Kate Bunten Brittney Taylor Stephanie Chilcott Murphy Award (Highest Achieving Athlete): Jeune-Kelly Mahuru-Biddle Connor Award (Most Valuable Contribution to the Netball Program): Cheyelle Robins-Reti Thank you to all who attended the Presentation evening and helped to make it a great wind up of the season. Mrs Cherie Farnan Netball Coordinator Year 8 Aspire Program Year 12 Farewell Assembly Specialist Rugby Program Congratulations Congratulations to the following students who have been selected in the RugbyWA Junior Gold Squad. The program runs from October to March 2015, players train 4 times a week including weight sessions, skill sessions and life skills seminars. The program is designed to prepare players for The JGS Rugby tournament in February and for future RugbyWA squads. Aranmore has a very high representation which is a great promotion and example for the College and Rugby Program. UNDER 15s Tapiha Mason Tamaiti Williams Michael Brown Jackson Pugh Campbell Parata Elijah Elia Jackson Topine Jaylen Tuapola UNDER 17s Thomas Masibaka Jack Daynes Kade Pearce Malakai Chan Boon Corry Tearoa Brody MacAskill Lapo Bigazzi Gurrieri WA School Sports Representatives The following students have been chosen to take part in the 2014 State Touch Football team competing in Victoria. They will be absent from the College from 18 October to 25 October. Manaia Stockman-Te Rahui Kennedy Cherrington Jarrod McKenna Christian Smith Sam Clarke Cullen Ngamanu Year 10 Year 10 Year 10 Year 10 Year 9 Year 9 Congratulations Congratulations must also go to Ex College and Rugby students for their recent successes Kane Koteka has taken up a contract with the Western Force. Chance Peni represented the Junior Kiwis in the recent Rugby League International between New Zealand and Australia and he scored a great try. He has also taken up a contract with the West Tigers NRL team for the 2015 season. Curtis Rona has taken up a NRL contract with the Canterbury Bulldogs. College Community News Lions Christmas Cakes • 1.5kg Cake -$16 each/ 10 cakes per carton • 1kg Cake - $12 each/12 cakes per carton • 900g Xmas Puddings $12 each/ 12 puddings per carton • 80g Mini Fruit Cake $2 each/ 45 cakes per carton To place an order contact Cathy in the canteen 9201 5251 Scipture Union of WA Inc. ‘Live with the Spirit’ School Holiday Camps “The opportunities, skills and fun that young people have on camps, while getting outdoors, meeting new people, being challenged and having fun, is invaluable. When young people come back from camp, they are tired and dirty but deeply satisfied and invigorated from the physical challenges, great new friends and deeper life questions they have been able to explore”, Michael Devereux, Holiday Camps Coordinator If you are interested in taking part in one of these camps the Brochures are available in Student Services. High Tea Date: Sunday November 2nd Where: CASS Aranmore Catholic College, Cnr Oxford & Franklin St. Time: 3-6pm Cost: $40 LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Bar available (no BYO) Please no stillettos A fundraiser for the Aranmore Catholic College Music Tour Aranmore Catholic College RSVP: Wednesday October 29th Phone reception: 9444 9355
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