The Waverley community would like to say a big congratulations to Leonardo Bosi, whose Individual Video Project was nominated for Onscreen/Onstage.
Leonardo’s directed, produced and edited a 7 minute film titled “Hitchcock Syndrome” which utilised filmic techniques in the style of Alfred Hitchcock’s films. The thriller has a great narrative and an exceptional soundtrack, composed by Leonardo himself.
We wish Leonardo luck in his nomination.
November 23rd is the White Ribbon Day walk designed to raise awareness about Domestic Violence and asks men to stand up and say “NO” to Violence Against Women.
Leading up to this event, Green House will spend the month of November raising awareness around Domestic Violence and discussing the horrifying statistics that 1 in 2 women in Australia will experience sexual harassment in their lifetime, 1 in 4 children are raised in a household exposed to domestic violence and 1 woman is killed each week by a current or former partner.
We believe these horrifying statistics cannot be ignored. Men and boys in each community need to stand beside women and girls to deliver the change we all need. All of us can make a difference, and White Ribbon Day is an opportunity for Waverley College to stand up and speak out to end violence and disrespect towards women.
The TAS department is currently in the process of making a White Ribbon for the school community to place in the main Quad for the month of November. This White Ribbon will be a symbol of the stand we take against disrespect and violence towards women and a way to encourage meaningful discussions around this topic. The White Ribbon Australia website is a great source of information and resources around this topic.
Green House will be hosting numerous events for this cause leading up to the White Ribbon day walk:
November 8: Green House Wellbeing Prefect Alex Bayas and a survivor of domestic violence will be speaking to the school community during a whole school assembly about the impacts of domestic violence, the importance of language for young men and the difference we can make in our community to stop violence against women.
November 16: Green House Prefects will run a Green House BBQ outside the pool to raise awareness of this issue and use the money raised to support the white ribbon foundation. The students will be sharing fact sheets within the school community leading up to this event and posting information for students to read throughout the school.
November 24: White Ribbon Day walk
Green House staff and students will be taking part in the walk as representatives of Waverley College. Parents are also welcome to attend this event. Please note this event is compulsory for all Green House students and they will be late for period 1 on this day. More information can be found at this link.
During the month of November, there are many methods to demonstrate own stand against violence and disrespect towards women by doing several things including purchasing a White Ribbon Day pin to wear during the month of November, the pin can be found at this link.
On Thursday 22 November, the four Waverley College Vice Captains, Joshua Gleeson, Tom Jaeger, Carter Killigrew and Oliver Ruse, attended the Archbishop’s Forum for Student Leaders at St Mary’s Cathedral College Hall, accompanied by Mr Davis.
The forum consisted of; a key note address from Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, individual topics pertaining to Christian Leadership with a school which were discussed by mixed groups of student leaders, and finally a ‘Blessing for Student Leaders within a Celebration of the Word’ which was held in St Mary’s Cathedral. Each school was also presented with a candle as a reminder of ‘Christ’s guiding light’.
I would like to thank the students involved for their attendance and participation regarding this event.
The fourth round of the tennis season was a display of masterclass from the Waverley Team as Waverley was able to achieve many victories in all of the year groups against Cranbrook.
The firsts and seconds saw a huge improvement in doubles gameplay as Patrick Smith and Will Durkin were able to breeze past their double’s opponents winning 6 sets to 3 and 6 sets to 4 in the 1st doubles team. Nikita and Morson were also victorious in their respective matches, triumphing 6 sets to 2 and 7 sets to 5 in their match. Will Durkin once again proved he is force to reckoned with, winning his game 6 sets to 1. These victories saw the 1st team achieve a stunning victory, winning 5 sets to 3. The 2nds team were quite unlucky in their matches, narrowly losing all of their singles games, although the boys were able to snatch a draw in both doubles’ fixtures.
Unfortunately, Waverley’s 3rds and 4ths lost to a in-form Cranbrook team 6 sets to 0 in both games. Finn Warren was very unlucky narrowly losing his match in a tie breaker 7 sets to 6 and James Ritchie was also close losing 6 sets to 4.
The 10As and 10Bs were also able to achieve great results on the court. Oscar madden demolished his opponent in a 6 games to 2 masterclass match. Nathan Barry and Will Jensen once again proved their dominance winning convincingly 6 games to 3 in their doubles match. The Bs proved to dominate in their performances winning 28 games to 20, with Diego Berdaa and Dante Pontes- Cox both triumphing in their matches. Noa Kathrina and Dante Pontes-Cox also proved too strong in their doubles winning convincingly 6 games to 0.
The 9As and Bs also continued their fine form accomplishing some extraordinary results. Ronnie Roath and Aidan Trovato both asserted their dominance in their matches both winning 6 games to 1. The pair were also successful in their doubles winning 6 games to 3. The 9Bs once again proved they a force to be reckoned with demolishing Cranbrook 5 sets to 1. Cuba Kanakis, Jared Garwood, Jimmy Ashbridge, Michael Richmond were all successful in their singles with everyone winning. The 9c’s were also successful wining 5 sets to 1.
The 8As and Bs once again asserted their dominance over the weekend defeating their opponents in some fantastic matches. Kai Jones, Connor Joyce and Jack Preller all demolished their opposition all winning in their singles and doubles. The A team won convincingly 5 sets to 1. Archie Small, Joseph Cumpston and Bellino Testafredda also won their singles and doubles matches, meaning the 8bs came away victors 5 sets to 1.
After a tough start to the season the boys asserted their dominance in plenty of exciting matches against Cranbrook. This has by far Waverley’s best result which will hopefully lead to more good results.
After experiencing a tough three rounds of defeat, the Juniors had their eyes on the prize when approaching Round 4 against Cranbrook. The 7A’s came up against a terrific Cranbrook side, whom won the game 46 to 26. The 9A’s had a much closer game against Cranbrook, which was hard fought right until the final buzzer. Luke and Will Paterson played well on offence and Jake Weinstein shot terrifically. Isaac Diaz displayed his offensive ability against the Cranbrook 9A’s scoring 14 points. Unfortunately, the Waverley 9As lost 59 to 49. The 10A’s played away at Cranbrook and fell 41 to 29. With all Junior teams having a 0 to 4 record, this weekend against Trinity is crucial as they seek their first wins of the season.
The 2nd V were looking to turn their season around after falling in close back-to-back games against Knox and St Aloysius. Ben Walton got them off to great start, putting away their first 6 points and given the 2nds an early lead in the first half. Coming off the bench, Matthew Higgins-Titsha was able to grab rebounds with ease, which contributed to 7 first half points to his overall tally. The score was locked at the half 22 to 22. Higgins-Titsha continued his dominance in the second half, able to increase his scoring total to 16 points for the game, almost half of the team’s total. A questionable foul call on Keilan Grace resulted in both teams staying locked at 40 to 40 to finish of the game in a draw. The 2nds go into next week’s game against Trinity 1-1-2.
This was one of the most anticipated games of the season from both Waverley and Cranbrook’s perspective, the annual ‘Friday Night Lights’ game at the Cranbrook school gym. Cranbrook had started the season 2 to 1 whereas Waverley had started 1 to 2, with intentions of evening things up on the standings and edging closer to the undefeated Knox side. Both teams took to the floor intensely focused on doing whatever they could to defeat their rival in a game to be remembered. Waverley opened the scoring with Ryan Abbott getting an offensive board and putting it back in for the early lead. The pace quickened in the first quarter with Ryan Abbott knocking down a three as well as Angelo Di Bartolo knocking down two of his own. Cranbrook went into the 2nd quarter with a 29 to 24 lead. Waverley were effectively able to bring it back in the quarter with an and-one from both Ash Backlund and Christian Diaz to give Waverley the 49 to 47 lead into the second half. The first 7 minutes of the second half were forgettable for Waverley, as they were, unfortunately, only able to scrape 5 points in comparison to Cranbrook’s 24 to approach the final 3 minutes down 71 to 54. Fortunately, with an and-one from Dion Hatziandreou and an elegant skyhook from Fritz Jahnke-Tavana, the Waves were rolling. Ryan Abbott was emphatically able to switch the momentum on the last play of the quarter getting a steal and going up for a fast break dunk which lightened up the Waverley crowd. All momentum had switched and within an instant, Waverley were back in the lead 84 to 82 thanks to an and-one from Angelo Di Bartolo. It was all uphill from here for the Waves, effectively closing out the quarter thanks to two clutch free throws from Ash Backlund to take the 97 to 92 victory over the rivals. Ryan Abbott (26 pts, 20 rebounds), Ashley Backlund (20 pts, 10 rebounds), Angelo Di Bartolo (18 pts) and Christian Diaz (20 pts) combined for 84 of the teams 97 points in a night that will be remembered for a long time by the blue and gold. The 1sts have their heads up and momentum in their corner as they look to take a 3 game winning streak into the holiday break against a Trinity outfit next Saturday.
Since opening the season with a win against Barker, the 2nd V have continued to play well, despite the results not going their way. After the tense one-point loss to St Aloysius the week before, the 2nd V were looking to put in another solid performance against local rivals Cranbrook, who were undefeated for the season. Coach Mr Smith-Hyde reports that the matchup proved to be tough and grueling with both sides trading baskets for much of the first half. As Cranbrook began to build a small lead, a pair of strong finishes inside the paint from Ben Walton and a deep three from Matt Higgins-Titsha saw the deficit quickly erased as both sides headed into half time tied 22 to 22. It was more of the same in the second half as neither side allowed the other to break away with a significant lead. Waverley took a one-point lead heading into the final minute, however an untimely foul allowed the hosts to draw even with less than 30 seconds to play. After a turnover with 7 seconds to play, Cranbrook had a chance to win the game, but a strong final defensive effort from Waverley ensured the game would end in a 40-all tie. Matthew Higgins-Titsha, Ben Walton and Adam Femia were the standout performers on the night. The 2nd V now make preparations for the last game of the term against Trinity, who are 1 to 3 for the season, having narrowly defeated Barker in Round 3.
The 1st V were buoyant after their well-fought first win of the season over St Aloysius the week prior and were confident going into the game against Cranbrook. Cranbrook had already posted two wins for the season, having dispatched St Aloysius and Trinity earlier. A good boisterous crowd had built up for the start of the game. The first quarter saw an arm-wrestle between both teams as neither could gain the ascendency. Cranbrook closed out a high-scoring first quarter, 29 to 24. In the second quarter, Waverley lifted, outscoring Cranbrook by 25 to 18 and moving into the main break two points ahead, 49 to 47. The third quarter saw Cranbrook press Waverley, limiting the 1st’s scoring opportunities to generate a 19-point lead. Waverley made some key substitutions with Eoin Morrissey and Fritz Jahnke-Tavana coming off the bench to play some crucial minutes and inspire a Waverley revival. A steal and a dunk by Ryan Abbott right before the break lifted both the team and the Waverley supporters and generated much needed momentum for the 1st’s as they moved into the final break having reduced Cranbrook’s lead to 12 points with the score 78 to 66. In the final quarter, Waverley’s defensive effort was able get stops and force turnovers from Cranbrook. With just over 4 minutes left in the game, the 1st V were able to overhaul Cranbrook at 83 to 82, having outscored Cranbrook 17 to 5 since the start of the quarter. It was a tense final few minutes as both teams traded baskets, however Waverley was able to generate a 6-point buffer, which they maintained until the final siren, eventually winning the game 98 to 92. The 1st V were dominant in several key areas of the game including, Effective Field Goal Percentage, Points in the Paint, Assists and Turnovers, but lost the rebound count, which will be of concern. Four players, Ryan Abbott, Ash Backlund, Christian Diaz and Angelo Di Bartolo all posted 18-points or more. And while the offense fired, defense will be a key focus this week at training as the 1st’s prepare for Trinity, who despite having only won one game to date, are always tough at home in Summer Hill.
In other games, the following Waverley enjoyed wins in the following teams: 10B (18-14), 10C (53-23), 10E (38-20), 10F (26-19), 10H (39-14), 9B (54-23), 9C (30-6), 9E (22-19), 9F (26-14) and 8C (34-31). The 4th V (38-29), 5th V (26-20), 6th V (47-43), 10D’s (31-24), 10G’s (23-21), 9G’s (23-21) and 8B’s (37-33) all lost in close games. After four rounds of basketball, the 10C’s, 9F’s and 8C’s are the only undefeated teams at 4-0, while the 10E’s, 10H’s, 9B’s and 9E’s are 3-1, the 10F’s and 9C’s are 2-1-1 and the 1st V, 10B’s, 9D’s, 8B’s, 8D’s, 8E’s, 8F’s and 8H’s are all 2-2.
Good luck to all teams this weekend against Trinity!
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Waverley Cricketers enjoyed some of their strongest performances with their bowling around the grounds, and boys and their coaches should be congratulated with their level of effort. Many teams are seeing their training focus bear fruit – particularly in the standards of bowling and fielding. This week sees many of our sides in their final round of matches, so we hope to build further on this momentum to end the term strongly.
The batting in general is the one area needing teams to improve their focus and application in, and two positive examples from the weekend demonstrate some key batting improvements all boys and their teams can adopt.
Example 1: Backing yourself to balance aggression and defence – Jack Hickey’s fantastic innings of 116 runs in the 10As. Opening the innings, Jack begun his innings watching the ball carefully, moving his feet and picking up many singles and the boundaries while there were more gaps in the field. Jack was quick to be aggressive with any loose bowling, piercing the gaps to put pressure back on the opposition. The only thing missing for the 10As was a big partnership with Jack to get them to the 245 run target. Despite this, amazing courage was shown by an injured Sam Connolly to ditch his crutches and take the field at number 11 in order to help Jack and the team score the last 40 runs to win. Congratulations Sam for your dedication to your team and desire to make a difference for your mates.
Example 2: Enthusiastic and smart running between the wickets can itself win matches – seen by the 8As in their last over thriller to beat Cranbrook by 3 wickets with 3 balls to spare. Both teams were evenly matched across strong batting and bowling, but it was the eagerness of the 8A batsmen to place balls to the gaps and take off. This is even more important for teams when batting second and chasing a total. The 8As gained another 20 runs by their clever calling and backing up; which aided some great innings from Liam Wood with 33, supported by 17 apiece to Vidar Sundkvist, Hirav Gandhi and Scott Swinburn. Charles Hely-Hammond and Freddie Le Vay were cool under pressure in the final 2 overs to keep running singles at every opportunity and claim a great win.
Improved team performances from both the 10B sides and 9As lead to great wins at Queens Park. The 10Bs scored a strong 6/139 with Jack Rigg scoring a classic late innings 41 not out. Oscar Mason was a key bowler in taking a big wicket and restrict Sydney Boys high to just 113. The 9As had a 60 run win due to excellent team bowling and fielding. Edward Regan claimed 4 wickets, and 2 each for Max Brooks and Daniel McSweeney. The 9Bs, 8Bs and 8Cs are not far from a win and developing that extra belief and teamwork with bat and ball will bring more success in coming matches. The 1st and 2nd XI both fell disappointingly short of a 1st innings win, with a Coaches report below. Great reward has also come for Mac Jenkins from Year 12, who is not only playing 1st Grade Cricket alongside Dave Warner at Randwick, but was also invited by the Touring Indian side to train with them at the SCG this Thursday and Friday prior to T20 matches against Australia. Mac’s similarities to Australia’s Ashton Agar are prompting this request, and Mac will certainly benefit greatly and learn from training with such elite cricketers. Rumour has it Virat Kohli has stated he is too fearful to attempt to reverse sweep Mac, due to the amount of tun Mac gets out of the rough.
The second day of play against St Aloysius at Queens Park was set to be big, with Waverley 8/57 chasing 107 for a first innings victory. At the crease, Harry Schultz and Liam Andrews walked out confidently and with purpose. The team sat in the stand without moving for the first hour. The boys played exceptionally well, they managed to keep the scoreboard ticking over without giving any chances away.
Harry Schultz worked one past gully and chose to take on the fielder’s arm and unfortunately just fell short. The score was then 9/85. Out walked the Captain of Cricket Ryan Smith, if we were ever in need of a captains knock it was to be then. Andrews and Smith continued the positive form from the previous partnership and worked the ball around. It was only to an outstanding delivery from the Aloysius leg spinner that took the off stump of Liam Andrews. He played exceptionally well and batted appropriately to the match situation. Waverley were dismissed for 90.
All was not lost, as the boys then took to the field for a fiery 5 over spell before lunch and the first wicket fell at 44, with the run rate no more than 2 and over. The boys continued to toil and were able to get Aloy’s to 7/133 with an hour and a half remaining in the day. Lachlan Forrest continued where he left off last week, bowling with exceptional control and variation. He finished up with 7 wickets for the match and should be commended for his efforts with the ball in hand.
The opposition did not entertain the idea of declaring and asking Waverley to chase 161 in 20 overs. That should be seen as a complement to us yet at the same time disappointing to not get the opportunity for an outright victory.
The boys played very well in patches but unfortunately were not able to claw our way back from poor session with the bat on day 1. Next week is Cranbrook at Hordern Oval, and we are looking forward to the challenge and getting our second win this month against the local rivals.
All Waverley Cricketers are also invited to attend one of 2 Cricket Clinics in the School holidays – both held at the Senior School between 9am-3pm, and will feature excellent programs focussing fun and all Cricket skills under the tuition of specialist cricket coaches.
All boys from all Houses from Years 5-12 are encouraged to bring in toiletry and other essential items in order to be able to provide a Christmas gift hamper for the homeless and marginalised groups which the Matt Talbot Hostel provides assistance for. This will run in Weeks 5, 6 and 7 of Term 4 until the end of November.
All donations can be brought into daily Mentor Groups, or to the Wellbeing Centre (Senior School), or Junior School Office.
Items can be brought in with a Environmentally friendly shopping bag
Friday 7 December | Online
Join us for an ATAR, applying and offers Facebook Live stream. We’ll be talking about what the ATAR is, how it’s calculated, how to apply, entry pathways and how the whole preferences and offers system works. Post a comment letting us know what you want us to discuss during the stream.
Find out more – https://www.facebook.com/events/1060071794162987/
Medview – Uncovering the UCAT
November 26 | Sydney
Unsure about changes in medical school admissions testing? Come decipher the shift from UMAT to UCAT for Australian med school admissions.
Find out more – https://www.eventbrite.com/o/medview-11179498502
November 27 | City – Haymarket
November 29 | City – Haymarket
Year 11s with an interest in law. As places are limited, this program is available to up to four students per school. Careers advisers and/or teachers are welcome to accompany the students.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-law/events/law-discovery-day-tuesday-27-november-2018
December 2 – 7 | Sydney University
Students will meet and interact with professional engineers employed by government, private companies, researchers and academics in a wide range of engineering disciplines. They will gain valuable insight into career opportunities available to men and women in engineering.
Find out more – https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au/
December 13 – 14 | North Sydney Campus
Come along to Know Your Options, our information sessions where you can talk to experts about your course and career path, learn about alternative entry and admission pathways, explore our campus, and meet staff and students.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/connect_with_acu/events/north_sydney/know_your_options_information_sessions_-_north_sydney2
December 13 – 22 | Macquarie University
We’re showcasing what’s on offer when you study at Macquarie. During this time, you can chat one- on-one with our team about our flexible courses and pathways to uni, visit our campus and check out our facilities. It’s a great opportunity to get your questions answered and know you’re making the right uni choice.
Find out more – https://www.mq.edu.au/study/events/explore-your-options-week
December 14 | International Convention Centre, Darling Harbour
At the Advisory Day, you will have one-on-one access to advisors, as well as representatives from our academic Colleges. We will be there to answer your questions, no matter how general or detailed, so we encourage you to come along to learn more about why ANU is the right choice for you.
Find out more – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/the-australian-national-university-4847694979
December 14 | Sydney
Our courses are designed to place passionate people into careers they love. Torrens University offers courses in a variety of disciplines; design and technology, business, health and hospitality. Our diploma and bachelor’s degrees have different entry requirements. Speaking with a course and career adviser on campus will give you the opportunity to explore university options now that you have your ATAR.
Find out more – https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops#all
December 15 | UNSW, Sydney
Attend lectures, explore the campus and chat to academics and current students in the Advisory Centre. Come and see what studying at UNSW is all about.
Find out more – https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/unsw-info-day-2018-0
Saturday December 15 | UTS
UTS Info Day is your last chance to visit the campus before UAC preferences close the following day. Attend an info session or chat with staff and students. Ask those last-minute questions before you lock in your uni choice.
Find out more – https://infoday.uts.edu.au/
Saturday 15 December | 9.30am—3pm
Camperdown/Darlington Campus, University of Sydney
Info Day allows you to get answers to all your questions below finalising your main round preferences.
More information to come.
Find out more – https://sydney.edu.au/study/admissions/events-for-students/undergraduate-events.html
Tuesday 18 December | Mercure, Sydney
After you’ve received your ATAR, come and talk to our friendly staff about your study options in 2019. We know your parents will have questions too, so bring them along and imagine yourself at Melbourne as you tour our beautiful Parkville campus, residential colleges and other accommodation options.
Find out more – https://study.unimelb.edu.au/connect-with-us/events-for-future-students
Sunday January 16 | Sydney & Canberra
The evening will include presentations on different areas of industry to get into as well as information about AIE full-time and part-time courses and entry requirements. Student work will be on display and our teachers will be available to speak with you one on one about our courses and how AIE can get you into a creative career.
Find out more – https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/information-evening/
January 21 – 25 | TAFE NSW
Come along to TAFE NSW’s Information Week from 21-25 January to explore your course and career options for 2019. Our program of events includes info sessions, campus tours, and live demos – program to be released soon. Talk to our teachers, career counsellors, find out about scholarships, support services, and much more.
Find out more – https://www.facebook.com/events/477772419408283/
Sydney: Sunday December 9 | 12pm – 4pm | The Grace Hotel
Up to 25 US & 1 Canadian camp hiring in ALL activity areas at camps in the USA & Canada. Over 400 jobs available. CCUSA Camp Job Fair offers the Most Camps giving you access to the Most Jobs!
Find out more – https://www.ccusa.com.au/MORE-INFORMATION/Camp-Job-Fairs
A tax file number is a unique nine-digit number issued to individuals and organisations to help administer tax and other Australian Government systems. Students need a TFN before they can start any type of paid work.
For information on how to apply visit: https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Tax-file-number/
Get your copy of the Career Guide by downloading it here – https://www.tafensw.edu.au/contact?rto=Hunter%20%26%20Central%20Coast
A resource that provides students and career advisers access to the relevant tools to explore career, education and employment options.
The 400+ job descriptions covered by the guide include information about personal requirements, education and training, employment opportunities and related jobs.
Download it here – https://goodeducationbookshop.com/products/the-good-careers-guide
Want to become a teacher? You could get paid to study and have a guaranteed job on graduation.
Subscribe to their mailing list to find out more – https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/get-paid-to-study
There are 100,000 funded apprenticeship positions available. The NSW Department of Industry will pay the student fee on behalf of any apprentice who commences their apprenticeship training on or after 1 July 2018.
Find out more – https://www.tafensw.edu.au/fee-free-apprenticeships
Now’s a great time to look for fee-free training through the Government’s Smart and Skilled package.
You’ll need to be over 15, and have left school.
You can search for free courses near you here – https://smartandskilled.nsw.gov.au/
You will get the opportunity to be part a program that combines paid work and structured training, allowing you to learn a trade and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Find out more – https://bit.ly/ASA-Sydney-Trains-2019
To work as a builder or tradesperson in Australia you must have a licence or be registered (depending on your state or territory). A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application.
Find out more – https://hia.com.au/Training/builderLicence
BHP are looking for apprentices to work at their new South Flank operations in 2019. South Flank will be part of the worlds largest iron ore operation integrating the latest advances in automation, digital connectivity and modular design.
Find out more and apply here – http://ow.ly/d87p30mt0e8
If you would like to express your interest in our 2020 Apprentice intake, we can keep you up to date on when applications open.
Find out more – https://www.essentialenergy.com.au/careers/apprenticeships
At NECA we’re here to help you complete a national qualification that supports a career in data/ communication, home automation, renewable energy, construction, the installation of lights, power, air conditioning, fire protection, building management systems and more.
They pay for everything, including your tools, and you’ll get a nationally recognised qualification.
80% of their apprentices graduate and 99% of graduates find a job in the first 3 months, with up to $91k starting salary.
Apply here – http://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/
Check out their infographic – http://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/career-paths/#infographic
This U.S. Government Website provides advice to students interested in applying to U.S. colleges and universities. Information includes how to apply, testing, financial aid, visas, and more. The U.S. Consulate General in Sydney has an EducationUSA Centre, and students, parents and career advisers can make appointments to visit the centre.
Find out more – https://www.educationusa.info/australia
The main changes to the recruitment process include no minimum academic requirement, introduction of a University Certificate in Workforce Essentials, the entrance exam is now known as the Police Entrance Exam, copies of transcripts and other mandatory documents need to be certified by a Justice of the Peace, online application via JobsNSW and a case office will contact applicants once applications are received.
Find out more – http://www.police.nsw.gov.au/recruitment/home
Our students are provided with a unique study experience, access to custom-built facilities and resources, outstanding industry networks, and graduate with a degree from one of the top universities in the world.
Find out more – http://www.unsw.adfa.edu.au/study
Australian Defence Force Academy applications are now open. To avoid having to do the application when you are busy with year 12 exams, think about starting your application soon!
http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/how-to-apply/
Attend one of our exciting free information meetings and learn first-hand about working, living and traveling overseas. At these sessions, CCUSA staff, through a fun and informative presentation, will walk you through the program, benefits, responsibilities, and application process. You can hear former participants relate their memorable program experiences, and ask them questions to gain insight into camp and the USA.
Our aim is to give you an honest and straightforward view of CCUSA and the programs we offer. We want you to learn about the total experience and the commitment required so you can decide which program is the right fit for you.
Find out more – https://www.ccusa.com.au/MORE-INFORMATION/CCUSA-Events
Then you start with regional airlines before moving to business jets or international airlines
See the full flowchart – http://www.sfcaero.com.au/pdf/college/16129_Aviation%20pathway%20sheet_FOR%20DIGITAL.PDF
Our unique program makes an early offer into a University degree based on corresponding HSC subject band outcomes, not the ATAR. Why? Because at Western we recognise that too often, the ATAR system overlooks natural strengths and talent.
Find out more – https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/hsc-true-reward.html?icid=fs-omc-hsctruereward
If you want to study education at uni next year then you’ll possibly need to sit the CASPer test. It’s a test designed to assess traits like professionalism, empathy, communication and ethics. Find out more about it here.
ACU is using CASPer results for 2019
Find out more and take the test here – https://takecasper.com/
The Bachelor of Educational Studies has been designed for students who are passionate about becoming teachers, but do not achieve the entry requirements.
Students who successfully complete their first year of study (subject to meeting certain progression and non-academic requirements) will be guaranteed entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Education (Primary) or the Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary).
For more information about pathways into ACU early childhood, primary or secondary teaching courses, see our website – http://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_institutes_and_centres/education_and_arts/schools/study_areas/education_pathways
Maybe you didn’t get the ATAR to get straight into university but our pathways p[program at our college will set you up to succeed.
Read more – https://www.uowcollege.edu.au/getin-getahead/
We understand you might need support to maintain sporting or performing excellence while studying. The Elite Athlete and Performer Program (EAPP) is designed to give you that support, and encourage excellence in both your sport/performing and academic life.
Future Student Applications are open year round.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/elite_athlete_and_performer_program
Commences in 2019. The Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Education degree has core studies that provide an extensive knowledge and skills base in human health, wellness and performance, with a specific focus on the role of sport, exercise and outdoor education.
Find out more – http://www.acu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/exercise_science/exercise_science/bachelor_of_sport_and_outdoor_education
Microsoft is proud to launch the Microsoft Traineeship Program, which aims to support over 150 people take their first steps into a technology career. Commencing with a pilot in Sydney in 2019, the Program will combine a Certificate IV in Information Technology and Microsoft Certifications with paid work experience. This combination of knowledge and experience will set students up to embark upon a successful career, as well as help address the technical skills shortage in Australia.
To find out more and apply – https://news.microsoft.com/en-au/features/microsoft-traineeship-program-overview/
These workshops are for all ages, Drama School, Acting 101, Improvisation and more.
Courses starting in early December running through to end of January.
Find out more – https://www.open.nida.edu.au/courses/How+/School+Holidays
Is TAFE really that bad? Is university really that good? Studying is studying. Isn’t it? Here are five of the most common myths about TAFE debunked by those in the know.
Disclaimer: I have a feeling this post was sponsored by a VET provider, so take the information with a pinch of salt.
Support from family and key people in their life is important in helping young people through the process of thinking about and planning for their career.
As a parent or carer, four areas where you can provide practical support are self-awareness, opportunity awareness, decision making and transition support.
Read more at – https://myfuture.edu.au/career-insight/details?id=supporting-your-child-s-career-development-/
Choosing a job in an industry where they need more workers is usually a smart decision. Right now, most professions are adequately supplied with large numbers of qualified candidates competing for vacancies. There are shortages for architects, surveyors, sonographers, audiologists and veterinarians, and many trades need more qualified people.
Find out where more people are needed here – https://www.employment.gov.au/occupational-skill-shortages-information
This website is for anyone interested in a career in sport and fitness. There is information about recommended qualifications and pathways, along with a list of available positions and courses.
Find out more – http://www.sportspeople.com.au/
This article from Youth Central has some great tips on surviving and succeeding in Year 12. Start your year off right by thinking about how you’re going to balance your year.
Read the tips – http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/studying-training/secondary-study/6-tips-for-surviving-vce
The School for Excellence (TSFX) have put together a 36 page guide to help year 12 students achieve the best possible marks in end of school exams. The guide has advice about goal setting, managing stress and procrastination, time management skills, effective learning techniques, planning study timetables and more.
Download it here: http://www.tsfx.com.au/hsc-survival-guide-edge-teachers
This page has electronic resources on a number of topics, including comparing universities by state or by degree. The information is all sourced from The Good Universities Guide 2018.
https://australiancareersservice.com.au/resources/-good-university-guide-downloadables
Think Education have produced a free eBook with tips on how to master your final year of school.
Find out more – http://beyou.think.edu.au/surviving-year-12
In a new scheme designed to diversify the university’s ranks, school leavers will be asked to meet a minimum threshold of community service and extra-curricular activity such as working part-time, playing sport or volunteering, on top of achieving the right score for their degree.
ANU vice-chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt said students were more than “just a score” and had unique skills on offer from time spent volunteering, working part-time, excelling in sports or performance or participating in student leadership.
You can find out if you meet the tests here – http://www.anu.edu.au/study/apply/new-admissions-for-2020/co-curricular-or-service-requirement
How to make the right choice at High School to prevent issues later.
Read the advice – https://www.maths.unsw.edu.au/highschool/hsc-course-selection
The Mathematical Association of NSW has put together a guide to selecting maths subjects for the HSC.
Read the guide here – https://www.mansw.nsw.edu.au/documents/item/320
Find out more here – https://www.mansw.nsw.edu.au/resources/public-resources/mathematics-hsc-subject-choice-for-year-10-students
Edge Online is an online resource portal that provides exclusive resources designed to provide students with the best opportunities to optimise their Year 11 and 12 scores.
Find out more – http://www.tsfx.com.au/resources/
Volunteering is a great way to give to your community, meet interesting people, and learn new skills. It can also be a great way to get some experience on your resume before you get a job. Youth Central have some tips on finding a volunteering position and making sure you’re not being exploited in the role.
Find out more –http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-careers/volunteering-work-experience/volunteering
Start the new school year off right with these great tips for staying focused while studying.
Check them out – http://learningfundamentals.com.au/blog/breaking-bad-study-habits-16-effective-habits-for-success/
This article features some smartphone apps that can help students to improve their study habits.
Find out more – http://blog.aias.com.au/index.php/study/making-technology-work-for-you-effective-apps-for-smart-study/
Last week Elizabeth Watson (Director of Teaching and Learning) and I had the honour of attending the 80th Anniversary of Kristallnacht, which was held at the Great Synagogue in the CBD. On 9 and 10 November 1938 Nazis in Germany torched synagogues, vandalised Jewish homes, schools and businesses and killed close to 100 Jews. In the aftermath of Kristallnacht, also called the ‘Night of Broken Glass’ some 30000 Jewish men were arrested and sent to Nazi concentration camps. This unprecedented violence against the German Jews generated international outrage. Also in attendance at the anniversary was the Hon. Gladys Berejiklian, Edward Santow (Human Rights Commissioner), and Eddie Jaku (Holocaust Survivor at 98 years of age). Eddie spoke to the audience about never hating anyone and the power of forgiveness. Considering what he had personally suffered, losing many family members including his parents in the holocaust, they were very powerful words.
Yesterday at NSW Parliament House I attended the first ‘Parliamentary Friends of Catholic Schools’ meeting. The audience heard from Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, the Hon. Gladys Berejiklian and the newly appointed opposition leader Mr Michael Daley MP. Each of whom, painted a picture from their perspective of the important role that Catholic education has played in Australia’s history and of their ongoing support for its development and growth. The notion of a strong NSW education system for all was also unpacked and discussed.
The College was visited this week by Ms Sanghita Mondal, an Indian woman who started the Friends of Kolkata’s Elderly (FOKE). Their mission is to care for the deserted and destitute elderly and support them during their most vulnerable times. They aim to give them the opportunity to live a fulfilled and dignified life. The Waverley community has supported this organisation for many years and it was a great opportunity for some of our boys to hear from Sanghita about a quite different world.
Last week I attended the Waverley College Old Boys’ Union Annual Dinner which was held at the Br R J Wallace Performing Arts Centre. Many connections and friendships were reunited and another successful year of community building was highlighted. Congratulations to the Executive of Peter Foley, Col Blake, Chris O’Sullivan and Salvatore Riolo and the Committee members.
OBU Dinner 2018
Thank you to our parent association for their support of the College this year. They have had a very productive year building community across houses and year levels and supporting the College in its endeavours. In particular, I’d like to extend my warm thanks to the following parents for donating their time and energies:
President: Mary Ramsay
Vice President: Lisa Sullivan-Smith
Vice President: Linda McGuiggan
Treasurer: Deb Johnson
Secretary: Hailey O’Sullivan
Year 5: Stephanie van Dam, Jade Stapleton, Rozy Dorizas
Year 6: Nicole Bowman, Fran Vivieaere-Bates, Rozy Dorizas
Year 7: Stephanie Schofield, Chantelle Lyons, Lisa Mullens,
Naomi Isaac, Carolyn Palmer, Katie Galeazzi
Year 8: Liz O’Neil, Violetta Elliott, Roslyn Diesner
Year 9: Liz Clothier, Clare Corban, Nora Shahinian
Year 10: Maureen Andrews (also Y12), Sarah Hope
Year 11: Rox Deluca, Suzie Ruse, Lamya Sadi
Year 12: Maureen Andrews, Linda McGuiggan
Clothing pool: Sandy Templeton-Martin, Patsy Thompson
Congratulations to Ms Cathy O’Sullivan and Conlon House who have topped the House points tally for 2018. To acknowledge their fantastic teamwork and participation in House events this year, they will celebrate with a breakfast of croissants and pastries at their House Assembly.
During last Thursday’s College Assembly, thirteen Year 12 students received Certificates from the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine for their work as Catechists whilst in Year 11. Their Catechist work entailed completing a training course at the beginning of the year, and then assisting the Adult Catechist in teaching the Catholic Faith at Bondi Beach Public Primary School. The students did this in groups of two or three on a rostered basis each Thursday morning during the school terms. I would like to congratulate and thank the following student Catechists: Gian Bonanni, William Durkin, William Fagan, Cooper Flynn, Matthew Gallagher, Joshua Gleeson, Thomas Jaeger, Carter Killigrew, Hugh Marshall, Stephen Morrissey, Oliver Ruse, Thomas Tyson, Harry Whitaker.
There is so much to celebrate at Waterford this week.
Year 5 students were privileged to be able to listen to Sanghita Mondal, an Indian woman who opened homes to care for Kolkata’s elderly. She shared her organisation’s vision, to care for and enrich the lives of the most neglected elderly and give them the opportunity to live a fulfilled and dignified life. Sanghita shared many stories of the elderly being put onto the streets by their families as they are seen as non-productive and a burden. Her message to the boys was to give of their time to others, look people in the eye and show them you care.
“When you give something, just for the joy of creating, it always comes back on a much larger scale.”
– Ji Lee
Last Friday, Year 6 welcomed ‘Kaleidoscope Science Education’, an entertaining live science show that explained important scientific concepts with humour, storytelling and amazing demonstrations that excited their senses. The incursion was part of their Science investigation into Solids, Liquids and Gases. The boys thoroughly enjoyed watching and participating in demonstrations about matter, energy and temperature. Highlights included sublimating dry ice, boiling-cold liquid nitrogen, flaming fireballs and exploding a balloon with liquid nitrogen. The show was a fantastic experience as it fully immersed the students and teachers with stimulating experiments. The boys could not contain their excitement when they saw matter change state.
I had the opportunity to see the Big Brother / Little Brother program in action at Waterford this week . I observed the boys being lead by Year 10 students in engaging activities such as, human pyramid building, shared reading and the Amazing Race Waverley style. Such positive connections are fostered through these experiences allowing for a much smoother transition between the two campuses of the College.
A huge thanks to Michelle Rollins for the Waterford Music Festival held last night. The festival showcased the Waterford beginner band, Waterford concert band, Waterford rock band, Cantores, Stomp group, Waterford guitar ensemble, Wakakirri and selected soloists. Congratulations to all students involved, it was a wonderful night.
We ask for volunteers to help out cooking a BBQ on Friday 23rd November for our new students and current Year 5.
If you are available to help please contact Audrey through the Junior School Office or by email on acoupe@waverley.nsw.edu.au
UNSW and Single Molecule Science invites members of the community to come along to the Sensory Exhibition and Discovery Day at UNSW.
This day encourages members of the blind and low visions community to come along and experience the wonders of scientific discovery using shapes, textures, movement and sounds.
This free public event includes seminars by Professor Jamie Rossjohn of Monash Biomedicine Discovery Institute, breakout sessions with hands-on activities, tactile displays, sculptures and 3-D and Kinetic models, lunch for attendees.
All ages are welcome.
Details:
When: Tuesday 11 December 2018
Location: University of New South Wales, Ground Floor, Wallace Wurth Building, Corner Botany and High Street, Kensington Campus, UNSW, Sydney
Time: 10am to 2:30pm
Registrations are essential at: https://bit.ly/2DXIFGx
For more information please refer to: SensoryExhibition@UNSW_FINAL
On Wednesday morning our Year 10 and Year 5 students again connected in their house groups as a part of the Big Brother/ Little Brother Program. Students from Aungier and Brennan played a series of team building games and challenges, Conlon and Green completed the Amazing Race Scavenger Hunt on the senior campus, Lacey and O’Connor completed the “We are more alike than different” discussion while Quinn and Tevlin worked on paired reading in the senior library. The feedback from staff and students on the day was incredibly positive, we look forward to continuing to strengthen these relationships as the boys move into Year 6 and Year 11 in 2019.
Earlier this week I was invited to present at the Bullying Prevention in Education Conference at the Adina Apartments in Darling Harbour. It was an absolute honour to present alongside experts in the field from a variety of educational settings and to follow the lead of Key Note speaker Dr Ken Rigby. Dr Rigby is among the foremost experts on bullying and strategies to address bullying behaviour in young people. For more information on his work please see the following link https://www.kenrigby.net/.
My presentation focussed on removing unhelpful and often misused labels such as “Bully” or “Victim”. My focus was oriented on upskilling our boys and young men to develop healthy and respectful relationships with their peers and to respond to challenging situations in a clam and considered fashion. Be the best version of yourself, contribute to the common good and make a positive difference in the lives of others. I spoke about the importance of open and transparent communication and an ongoing dialogue between staff, students and their families. The conference provided a fantastic opportunity to showcase the positive impact that the Waverley College Wellbeing Model has had on the way our students feel and the way that they interact with each other. Data to support this from the recent MMA whole school surveys will be distributed early in the new year.
Please feel free to contact myself or the relevant Head of House if you wish to discuss any specific issues further.
We would like to acknowledge the Gadigal people of the Eora nation who are the traditional Custodians of the land on which Waverley College is located. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ unique cultural and spiritual connections to the land, waters, seas and sky and their rich contribution to society.
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