The Waverley team comprising of Year 9 students Finn Anderson, Luke McLellan, Edward Sullivan and Patrick Hoggett faced tough competition at the NRMA Future of Transport competition against groups of finalists from Abbotsleigh College, Sydney Secondary College and All Saints Grammar. Their carpooling app ‘Carlaborate’ is a concept that aims to reduce the number of cars on the road in Sydney by uniting people travelling to the same location.
The judges were extremely impressed with their innovative idea and professional presentation and the students were complimented for proposing a cost effective and practical solution to a real world problem. The boys pitched their idea effectively and were articulate with their responses to questions from the judges and other students.
The winner was voted for by the student audience using Kahoot, and the first prize was awarded to Sydney Secondary College for their ‘Mobile Train Attachment’. Other concepts included a ‘Wake me app’ and a proposal for a park and ride concept called ‘Flow’. Despite not winning the competition, the Waverley team enhanced their teamwork and presentation skills throughout the duration of this project and developed an innovative concept with real potential.
On Wednesday 5th September, faculties from around the college came together to celebrate the collaborative work of both staff and students this term in the support of the languages program. Under the guidance of the iLeaders, each faculty looked at where they could incorporate Spanish or French culture into their program, deepening the experiences of students across the curriculum. This culminated in a cultural celebration where all faculties and students were able to celebrate and show the work they had done in class. Four students were asked to speak about their experience and what it had meant for their learning. Their speech is as follows:
‘Hola y bienvenidos a esta celebracion de cultura.
Bonjour et bienvenue a cette celebration de la culture.
Welcome to our celebration of French and Spanish culture.
We have invited you here today to celebrate the excellent work that has been done by all Year 8 students and staff throughout this Term 3. We have been working in all of our classes to deepen our understanding of both French and Spanish culture. It has been a lot of fun seeing how different subjects can work together and that languages is not just isolated to one lesson.
During this celebration, please take the time to look around and see what each subject has contributed:
In PDHPE, students have learnt to salsa dance and play bocce which you can currently see on the screens.
In History, we took on the role of a French Scholar to write our own history of the First Crusade.
In Maths, we investigated the different shapes used in famous French and Spanish landmarks and then used our maths skills to determine their area.
In English, we looked into poetry that focused on World War 1 and life in the trenches in France.
In Technology, we used the program Microbit to code different parts of the French and Spanish language.
In Religion, we used our research on saints to focus on those specifically from France and Spain.
In Art, we worked together to help recreate the famous masterpieces ‘Japan’ by Spanish artist Joan Miro and ‘The Dance’ by French artist Henri Matisse.
In Languages, we learnt how to order food in a restaurant and then wrote our own dialogues and recorded them. We also learnt about the most traditional dishes from France and Spain and which regions they come from.
We have also created and helped serve a variety of French and Spanish foods for you to sample. We hope that you have enjoyed participating in this and that it will open up the door for more ways we can collaborate across the curriculum.
Merci beacoup aux profs at etudiants.
Muchismas gracias a los profes y estudiantes.
Thank you,
Au revoir.
Adios.’
We are hoping to continue this collaboration between faculties with a number of projects in the coming years.
We had an awesome carnival our at ES Marks on Saturday and despite the very hot weather, we had a school record broken. Charles McGrath (Year 12) went out to beat his coach Jeremy Roff’s old 3000m record of 8:58:53 held since 2001. Charles went out and smashed that record by over 10 seconds with a time of 8:47:30. This was done with the support of one of Charles’ training partners from Cranbrook, Drew Fryer, who ran as his pacer for the first 2km to give Charles the best chance of breaking our school record. The support these two students have shown each other throughout the season is a true example of good sportsmanship and is something we should be very proud of.
Other excellent results from the day included:
100m 3rd Jack Hardwicke-Owen
200m 1st Jack Hardwicke-Owen
800m 3rd Anthony Candi
1500m 3rd Charles McGrath
Shot 2nd Lewis Thompson
Discus 1st Lewis Thompson
Discus 2nd Miles Amatosero
Discus 3rd Harley McGuiggan
Javelin 1st Barnaby Bickmore-Hutt
Opens/17s combines High Jump 3rd Jack Hardwicke-Owen
Long Jump 1st Theo Liong
Discus 1st Miles Amatosero
Discus 3rd Barnaby Bickmore-Hutt
Javelin 1st Barnaby Bickmore-Hutt
1500m 3rd Finn McClean
Hurdles 3rd Luke Marshall
High Jump 3rd Roy Hampshire
Shot 3rd Peter Cassimatis
Discus 1st Mile Amatosero
Discus 2nd Davvy Moale
1500m 1st Joshua Grant
1500m 2nd Remy Crompton-Lamb
Hurdles 3rd Ullhaus Dey
Javelin 3rd Spencer Kapos
200m 2nd Conor Ryan
400m 3rd Conor Ryan
800m 2nd Kurt Kress
800m 3rd Luca Wilson
1500m 2nd Kurt Kress
1500m 3rd Luca Wilson
Hurdles 2nd Dane Towns
Long Jump 2nd Dane Towns
High Jump 1st Dane Towns
High Jump 2nd Riley Vidulich
Javelin 3rd Jack Rigg
Hurdles 1st Jake Weinstein
Discus 1st Alejandro Zanapolis
Javelin 1st Alejandro Zanapolis
It’s important to acknowledge and play to your strengths because, ultimately, your strengths will determine your future. This is the premise behind HSC True Reward – a program that recognises the strengths of each individual.
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.
Applications are now open. This program is open to all 2018 NSW HSC students. Start your application to Western now and make sure you tick YES in the HSC True Reward section.
Find out more – https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/future/study/application-pathways/hsc-true-reward.html
Early entry applications close October 31 2018
No matter what happens come December, with our Early Entry program you could receive a conditional TAFE NSW Degree offer. No ATAR required.
Applications are now open – Apply Now
Discover their degrees – https://www.tafensw.edu.au/degrees
Find out more – https://www.tafensw.edu.au/early-entry-program
Are you currently completing Year 12? Find out about entry schemes and programs which can help you gain a place at ACU. There’s more than one way to gain entry into your dream course.
Find out more – https://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/pathways_and_entry_schemes/year_12_student_entry
As part of your online application you need to submit a Teacher Selector Statement which consists of a concise (approximately 1000 words) statement demonstrating your suitability to teaching. There is some great advice to help you write this statement here – https://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_institutes_and_centres/education_and_arts/schools/suitability_for_teaching
NOTE: the advice could help you write similar statements required by other universities, not just ACU.
Closing date: Friday 19 October
If you are a high achieving school leaver and believe you could be one of Australia’s future business leaders, then the Bachelor of Accounting cooperative education scholarship program has been designed just for you. The Bachelor of Accounting provides you with a multi-skilled accounting degree with strong emphasis on both accounting and financial management, both essential business tools.
All students in the course receive a tax-free scholarship worth up to $51,500. Learn more about the scholarship.
Find out more – https://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/business/business-courses/undergraduate-programs/bachelor-accounting
You’ve explored teaching as a career and decided to become a teacher. Now’s the time to work out which scholarship, cadetship or internship could make your study more affordable! We’ve laid them all out so you can see what’s available to you.
Teacher Education Scholarships
$5000 per year of full-time study & $3000 appointment allowance plus a permanent teaching job
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/
October 6 | Darlington, NSW
The Portfolio Day is a fantastic opportunity for you to meet our academic staff and receive feedback on your portfolio. You can also choose to submit your portfolio for admission on the day if you’re feeling confident.
Find out more – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/portfolio-day-2018-sydney-school-of-architecture-design-and-planning-tickets-49925335021
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 – https://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 – https://www.acu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/exercise_science/exercise_science/bachelor_of_sport_and_outdoor_education
EducationUSA will be offering two free general information session at the U.S. Consulate General during the school holidays. Open to students, parents, coaches and teachers. The sessions are divided into two parts – the first part is relevant for all students and addresses general guidance on U.S. undergraduate study, including university application procedures and standardized testing, the second part will focus on information for students-athletes. Those who are not interested in the student-athlete section will be able to leave after the first part.
Date: October 2nd
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
More information and registration
Date: October 3rd
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
More information and registration
The workshops are a great opportunity to check out the JMC Academy campus while getting a taste of what studying your passion with Australia’s leading Creative Industries provider is like at this fun, engaging and hands-on program!
These workshops are strictly for high school students in years 9 – 12.
Film & Tv Workshop | Wednesday 10th October 2018
Character Design Workshop | Wednesday 10th October 2018
From Studio To Stage Workshop | Friday 12th October 2018
Discover Visual Communication Workshop | Friday 12th October 2018
Find out more – https://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/sydney-high-school-workshops
NIDA’s three-year practice-based Bachelor courses provide an intensive and immersive experience, as students work together to create, perform and stage full theatrical productions, films, events and exhibitions.
Applications are now open and close September 30
Find out more – https://apply.nida.edu.au/undergraduate
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.
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 – https://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
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
September 20 – 23 | Sydney Olympic Park
Are you considering an apprenticeship or traineeship? Want a career in an exciting industry?
Apprenticeship Careers Australia to bring you the #CareersCampsite, our street crew will be on hand to provide free career advice and on the spot job interviews for positions within the Caravan and Camping Industry, plus apprenticeships and traineeships in a range of other industries. Find out more – https://www.facebook.com/skillsroad/photos/a.131400716910727/1986227621428018/?type=3&theater
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
If you’re considering your options post-secondary school, then an apprenticeship may be what you’re looking for. An apprenticeship offers young people employment and on-the-job training opportunities and has the great benefit of a career in the making upon completion.
They also run 3 day pre-apprenticeship programs – register here to find out when the next one is on.
Register your interest here – https://www.masterpainters.com.au/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 – https://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/
Check out their infographic – https://www.necatraining.com.au/electrical-apprentices/career-paths/#infographic
EducationUSA
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.
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.
https://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 – https://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!
https://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/how-to-apply/
Then you start with regional airlines before moving to business jets or international airlines
See the full flowchart – https://www.sfcaero.com.au/pdf/college/16129_Aviation%20pathway%20sheet_FOR%20DIGITAL.PDF
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.
https://goodeducationbookshop.com/products/the-good-careers-guide
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
Start the new school year off right with these great tips for staying focused while studying.
Check them out – https://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.
Think Education have produced a free eBook with tips on how to master your final year of school.
https://beyou.think.edu.au/surviving-year-12
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.
https://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.
https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-careers/volunteering-work-experience/volunteering
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.
https://www.sportspeople.com.au/
Some great tips in this blog (NOTE: the author is not advocating that you should deliberately pick the wrong thing)
Tip 1 – go with your gut
Tip 2 – do your research
Tip 3 – changing your mind is ok
“If I could go back, I would jump on Google and research a variety of degrees to figure out what they’re actually all about. I’d talk to people working on jobs I think sound interesting to find out what they’re actually like and how they got there. I’d speak to careers counsellors. And I’d ask for advice from family members and friends.”
Read the post – https://www.fya.org.au/2018/07/26/how-studying-the-wrong-thing-helped-me-figure-out-what-the-right-thing-was/
Want to help your child prepare for their best possible marks, but not sure where to start? This guide was written with you in mind…
Download it here – https://hscintheholidays.com.au/hsc-report/
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 – https://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/studying-training/secondary-study/6-tips-for-surviving-vce
TSFX Free HSC Survival Guide
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: https://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
Sustainability and web-based services seem to be driving the change – how does this fit in with your post-school plans?
Watch the video – https://www.facebook.com/SheFliesAu/videos/1306917866105503/
Year 9 and 10 PDHPE classes assisted with the Waterford preschool sports day on Wednesday and Thursday last week.
The senior school PDHPE classes assisted the preschool students in various events such as the bean bag throw, long jump, basketball throw and captain ball. The senior school classes also participated in these events much to the enjoyment of the preschool students.
Research shows that children’s participation in physical activity leads to better student engagement, improved academic achievement during school years, and better outcomes in adult life.
Health and Physical Education (HPE) is one of the eight Learning Areas of the Australian School Curriculum. Some of the focus areas of the HPE curriculum include – fundamental movement skills, games and sports, mental health and wellbeing and understanding the health benefits of physical activity.
The PDHPE department recently recognised National Health and Physical Education Day on Wednesday 5 September. The Australian curriculum calls for students to receive health and physical education from the first year of schooling until year 10.
Waverley College strives to develop students who understand the value of physical activity in healthy and active lives.
Thank you to all members of the community who contributed to the RUOK? Day bake sale, your contribution is much appreciated and I know many of the boys appreciated the array of treats. The bake sale raised over $2000 which goes to support a great cause, which is close to our Waverley College community. Thank you to past parent Ms Donna Drew Morris for coordinating the event and Mrs Linda McGuiggan for assisting on the day. Also thank you to Damien Thompson and the boys from Lacey House for their help throughout the course of the day. Thanks also to Ms Victoria Fucci who deserves special mention for contributing 500 RUOK? Day themed cookies from Byron Bay Cookies.
Van Larkin with some of the goodies from the bake sale
The EREA Congress was held in Melbourne last Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The Congress is held approximately every five years and gives the organisation the opportunity to develop a vision for the future. Congress delegates came from all over the world and Australia. The staff representing Waverley College were Ms Elizabeth Watson, Ms Gaby Bransby, Ms Gabby Smith, Mr Patrick Brennan and myself.
Over the course of the Congress we heard from Fr Frank Brennan (CEO Catholic Social Services), Ms Emma Alberici (ABC Chief Journalist), Senator Pat Dobson, Ms Kirsty Sword Gusmao (former First Lady of East Timor and Goodwill Ambassador for Education), Dr Wayne Tinsey (EREA Executive Director) and Mr Ray Paxton (EREA National Director – Identity & Liberating Education). The Congress also formed the start of our induction for Mrs Gabby Smith who commences as Director of Junior School in Term 4.
We have been advised there have recently been three separate incidents of a male person approaching children. Two incidents were outside a Primary School in Matraville and one incident involved a High School student in the Botany area. This is a good time for you to give a reminder to your children to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious persons or vehicles in the area. Students should call 000 if approached and give a detailed description of the person and vehicle involved if possible. They are encouraged to look for the registration plates on the vehicle and the make/model if they can remember it. Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly if you have any concerns on 02 9369 0631 or gleddie@waverley.nsw.edu.au.
Last week I attended an amazing cross curriculum celebration run across several faculties in Year 8 Art, PDHPE, Languages, Religion, Hospitality and Mathematics. Learning across curriculum areas is a rich experience and the students did a fantastic job. Thank you to the following staff who assisted with delivering this great curriculum initiative. Ms Marlee Batterham, Mr Graeme Bannerman, Ms Martina Cooper, Ms Stephanie Floyd and Mrs Mary Ryan, Ms Kaitlyn Downey, Ms Charlotte Stephens, Ms Cassie Perry, Ms Patricia Alborough, Ms Stephanie Boyce and Ms Suzanne Richards.
Congratulations to the top three Houses in our public speaking competition:1st Conlon, 2nd Aungier, 3rd Tevlin. It was great to see such a range of students from all years taking part and there were some brilliant public speakers on show from every house, with some very convincing arguments. Thank you to Mr James Horrocks for coordinating and Ms Alice Walker for judging the competition.
Congratulations to Ned Wieland and Tom Carey who are being publicly recognised by the Order of Australia Association (NSW) for their exemplary service to the community and will receive the 2018 John Lincoln Youth Community Service Award at a ceremony on Friday, 14 September 2018 presented by the Governor of NSW, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC.
Ned Wieland addressing assembly, August 2017
Tom Carey and friends
A reminder to parents and carers that the Year 11 preliminary examination period commences this Friday 14 September.
The following expectations and procedures apply to all students:
At the top of my report today are photos of the Year 10 students who participated in Work Experience last week. All reports back to the College were very positive. While a few boys seemed a bit nervous early in the week, they grew in confidence as the week continued. The real world taste certainly brings with it an appreciation for what attitude and skills are required to succeed across a number of fields. It was great to see them exploring so many great career options!
Congratulations to the following students who were nominated for either their Group Performance or Individual Performance. This is a very exciting result with two of the students being nominated in both categories.
Group Performance for ‘Wishful Thinking’:
Dominic Augoustis, Ryan Bakels, Luca Martin, Otis Pavlovic
Individual Performances:
Simon Finnegan – ‘Scab’
Luca Martin – ‘The Case of Antony and Brutus’
Otis Pavlovic – ‘Shake Hands Pop’
The students have done extremely well and are now required to perform these pieces once more where they will be filmed and sent to NESA for review and to make the final selection for Onstage, the exhibition held in early February 2019.
Congratulations to Kai Puntigan on his selection for the NSW State Football Team who will compete in the upcoming National Titles.
Waverley College has been informed that there will be more buses, running more often in the Eastern Suburbs from 23 September. These include transforming the 333 bus into a ‘turn up and go’ service. This bus will operate as one of the most frequent services in Australia and therefore has no need for a timetable. The 333 will arrive as often as every three minutes during peak periods, up to every six minutes at other times during the day and every 10 minutes at night, seven days a week.
Changes will also be made to other routes in the eastern suburbs, with improvements to reliability and frequency during off peak, evenings and weekends.
These include route changes for four routes that currently operate to Bondi Junction – the 382, X79 and X84 from North Bondi and 361 from Tamarama. There will also be route changes for the L24, 380 and 381.
For more information on all route and timetable changes, please visit https://transportnsw.info/news/2018/more-bus-services-for-eastern-sydney#homepage.
If you have any questions I encourage you to contact our Waverley Depot staff directly during business hours on 9298 6693 or anytime viacustomer_service@sta.nsw.gov.au.
Adam Hegedus, Dux of the College in 2016, came to public attention when he and another student decided to try something different for schoolies. Rather than flying to the Gold Coast, the decided to walk the 758 kilometres. In doing so, the Educating the Future foundation was born. This huge effort raised over $20,000 for Timor-Leste.
Adam is now at UNSW and has expanded the foundation to include fifty university students and by doing so, raising a further $100,000. The proceeds of their foundation have gone towards the construction of a pre-school in Timor-Leste which educates sixty, three to six year old’s.
Adam spoke passionately last weekend at the EREA Congress held in Melbourne.
The Educating the Future foundation is proud to announce a third signature Gala Dinner that will be held at Kambala School in Rose Bay on October the 27th. The Waverley College community, so close to Adam’s heart is invited to support this event and enjoy a night of entertainment and celebration as they continue to raise funds to assist disadvantaged youth.
As part of our commitment to innovation and increasing learning time, the College is currently working with LoopLean which will allow teachers to get on with their core business of student wellbeing and teaching at the same time allowing students to move straight on to the task at hand. It will also prove parents and the College with a snapshot of where each boy is (or is not) during each period of the day.
Cutting edge vision technology in the form of small unobtrusive sensors which identify if a student is present will potentially replace manual roll marking allowing more teaching and learning to occur. LoopLearn then sends this data directly to our student management system Sentral for an accurate period by period snap shot of attendance for each of our 1470 students.
Importantly, any data gathered is private and secure, meeting the highest global standards of storage security. Waverley College already has over 60 cameras on campus assisting with security and all but eradicating theft, vandalism and bullying. All data storage is encrypted and stored in a IRAP certified environment. Data is only accessible to College Executive and IT staff and is ONLY ever used for roll taking and NOT for any other purpose.
The trial which will initially involve one year group will still see teachers marking tradition rolls to determine the accuracy of LoopLearn in cross checking attendance. The parents of the trial cohort will be notified in advance.
If you have any questions or concerns stemming from the trial please do not hesitate in contacting me.
A Youth Mass has been organised by Fr Bernie Thomas, (College Chaplain and Parish Priest of Mary Immaculate Church, Waverley) for this Sunday at 5.00pm at Mary Immaculate Church, Victoria Street, Waverley. A band has been organised to lead the music during Mass and free pizza will be provided after Mass.
On Friday, 31 August 2018, a Years 5-12 Fathers’ and Grandfathers’ Mass was held in the Br Lacey Gymnasium. Celebrant and College Chaplain Fr Bernie Thomas ofm, gave an interesting Homily based on the connection of Fathers to the notion of Head/Hands/Heart. He related what his own father was like in terms of Head/Hands/Heart and gave many in the room much to think about and appreciate about their Fathers and Grandfathers. This Mass was very well attended and I would like to thank all the Fathers and Grandfathers who were able to be present.
My sincere thanks to Mr Ghattas, Assistant Director of Mission, Waterford Campus, for his organisation of this Mass, and especially the rather poignant powerpoint photo display.
I also greatly appreciate the other staff members’ contributions regarding the setting up of the Gym, the Mass itself and the cooking and serving of lunch.
Angus McPherson and Matt Gallagher with Anas Madeira from Timor Leste
Mr Anas Madeira is a United Nations Youth Ambassador for Timor-Leste as well as being one of our drivers and guides (employed by Timor Unearthed) during the recent Waverley College Immersion to Timor-Leste.
Mr Madeira gained a scholarship to study English at Melbourne University, which he is currently attending, and was able to travel to Sydney last weekend where he caught up with many of our Year 11 Immersion students. Last Monday, 10th September 2018, Mr Madeira visited several Religious Education classes where he gave them much information about Timor-Leste and answered many student questions.
We are grateful for his time and effort in helping our students learn more about one of our nearest neighbouring countries.
85 of Tevlin’s Senior School boys spent the last night of Winter at a Sleepout in the school Gym, experiencing and learning of many of the complex issues regarding homelessness. A formerly homeless Rob Holt, now an Educational officer at the Wayside Chapel, visited to run a seminar on what is was really like to be homeless, and reflect on the powerful and life-changing support of the Wayside Chapel in turning his life around. 200 towels and 200 toothbrushes were also donated by Tevlin boys for the wayside Chapel to use in supporting the many men, women and children who use their support services each week.
Boys also got much out of watching and reflecting on a video on teenage homelessness, centred on the OASIS Centre in Surry Hills. Along with the recent SBS series of “Filthy Rich and Homeless”, boys were challenging to better understand the range of factors often involved with becoming and dealing with homelessness. Boys also now better understand the Christian message of care and support for the marginalised so much more, and will hopefully now be able and willing to take a greater role in social Justice initiatives that Waverley runs, including volunteering at the Matt Talbot Hostel, Street Retreats and advocacy for better homeless support services and affordable housing solutions.
Boys also realised first-hand the impacts physically and emotionally an uncomfortable sleep has on their bodies, and the difficulties this presents if you add in fear of your health and safety. Thank you to Social Justice Co-ordinator Ms Cullen, and Tevlin mentor teachers for assisting in the event: Mr Porter, Ms Brown, Ms Ayre and Mr Hillman. Some accounts from boys appear below.
On Friday August 31st, everyone in Tevlin House slept in the gymnasium for 12 hours. This was to get some sort of idea of how much pain homeless people go through when they are sleeping rough. I really enjoyed when we all listened to guest speaker Rob Holt, who told us his experiences with homelessness and how Wayside Chapel got him back on his feet. It was very shocking to hear about the terrible experiences people go through when they are homeless. When we were sleeping rough on the gymnasium floors, we watched the documentary Filthy Rich and Homeless. Since I was so tired, I fell asleep before it finished but I still got to see the struggles homeless people go through by watching some of the documentary. Overall, it was an experience that a lot of people enjoyed including me, but it showed how devastating homelessness is and how big of an issue it is in our community.
I have learned so much from our sleepout on the homeless issue in today’s society, and learning the Rob Holt story of his life was of the most interesting talks I have ever witnessed. It made me realise how thankful kids should be growing up in Waverley College, and how we should treat homeless people with dignity. It makes fell really happy to know that organisations like the Wayside Chapel can help save tormented lives and bring people like Rob back to their feet.
Formerly homeless Rob Holt gives students an insight into homelessness
The largest global online science competition that celebrates the curiosity and investigations of young scientists everywhere! Find a problem worth solving, think up ideas, explore, experiment, draw up a conclusion! Submissions close December, Finalists announced April 2019
For more information go to www.googlesciencefair.com
Pre-university students ages 13 to 17 are invited to take part in Google Code-in: Our global, online contest introducing teenagers to the world of open source development. With a wide variety of bite-sized tasks, it’s easy for beginners to jump in and get started no matter what skills they have.
For more information go to https://codein.withgoogle.com/
Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year has a Junior entry section.
All photographs must be of natural fauna, flora or natural land formations and must have been taken in the ANZANG bioregion. Entries in all sections are invited from photographers who use either digital or film cameras. Judges will consider the photographic technique plus the aesthetic, artistic and unique quality of all images when making their selections. There are 9 categories students can add entries to. Competition costs $38 to enter, and runs from September to January 2019
For more information go to naturephotographeroftheyear.com.au
OzKids is a magazine which is distributed on a national basis and published online through the OzKids website. Its purpose is to promote and support children’s literary and artistic talents and to provide a vehicle for children to appreciate and develop their skills and encourage them to continue in the arts, especially when they see their work published. Student work is assessed by authors and published in a quarterly magazine. Entries close 5th October 2018
For more information go to https://ozkids.com.au/
Tuesday 4 September marks the two-year anniversary of the Canonisation of Mother Teresa (Saint Teresa of Calcutta). She was the founder of the Missionaries of Charity and spent the majority of her life helping the poor, sick and disadvantaged people in India. The Missionaries of Charity are now working in over 100 countries and have approximately 4000 sisters.
People are often unreasonable, illogical and self-centered;
Forgive them anyway.
If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives;
Be kind anyway.
If you are successful, you will win some false friends and some true enemies;
Succeed anyway.
If you are honest and frank, people may cheat you;
Be honest and frank anyway.
What you spend years building, someone could destroy overnight;
Build anyway.
If you find serenity and happiness, they may be jealous;
Be happy anyway.
The good you do today, people will often forget tomorrow;
Do good anyway.
Give the world the best you have, and it may never be enough;
Give the world the best you’ve got anyway.
You see, in the final analysis, it is between you and your God;
It was never between you and them anyway.
Amen.
St Mother Teresa: Pray for Us
Blessed Edmund Rice: Pray for Us
Live Jesus in Our Hearts: Forever
We continue to pray for members of our community who are going through some challenging times in their lives. Hugo Kulcsar (Year 6), William Pearce (Year 6), Mrs Stanton (wife of Mr Stanton) and Mr Harris all need our support and prayers.
At the Junior School we have always thought it was important to celebrate the various events throughout the year with a liturgical celebration where possible – and Father’s Day meant that we could invite all dads and granddads to celebrate with us in a Mass a couple of weeks ago. It was a wonderful celebration with the boys sitting with their dads and participating in a very special way.
A big thank you to Mr Ghattas for his outstanding preparation and effort that went into making the mass such a special event.
All parents of boys in Year Five should have received via their email information and forms relating to the camp in term four. It would be appreciated if you could return the medical forms by the end next week. The requested letters are due by the end of the term. If you did not receive any information or have misplaced the forms please contact Mrs Coupe via her email address acoupe@waverley.nsw.edu.au ASAP
Over the past seven years over $300,000 has been raised by the students of Waverley College Junior School and donated to charity. Money raised this year will be donated to the following organisations:
Major charities –
Minor charities –
Please be generous and help others less fortunate.
The walkathon will be held on Friday September 21 at Centennial Park.
As you would know out school is situated in a residential area and as a consequence of this we must at all times be mindful whilst dropping and picking up our sons from school each day.
Unfortunately, on a daily basis our neigbours are concerned and often upset about the lack of concern some are showing with parking across driveways, double-parking, parking in no-standing zones, and close to the Zebra Crossing making it impossible to see oncoming traffic.
I am sure all would appreciate our concern and safety we have for all our children and I ask that you please be vigilant by parking safely at all times.
Can I please stress the need to ensure your son has his name on all his gear – it makes it far easier to return any lost gear.
If anyone has photos from Saturday sport or any other Waverley College event that they would like to share with the rest of the College community could I ask you to send them in on a disk or memory stick to the Junior School office or email them to Mrs Coupe at acoupe@waverley.nsw.edu.au.
On Tuesday this week our Year 12 students attended a presentation from Red Frogs on schoolies safety. The Red Frogs started in 1997 at schoolies on the Gold Coast, as a small group of volunteers. Today Red Frog Volunteers attend events and schoolies hotspots around Australia, Bali, Fiji and Vanuatu.
Red Frogs provide a positive presence for thousands of young people within this party culture. They support young people by walking them home, waiting for cabs and Ubers to arrive, distributing bottled water and sunscreen, cooking pancake breakfasts and contacting emergency services and/or families if and when required. Red Frogs acts as a safety network during a challenging and vulnerable time for school leavers.
This year, over 1,500 Red Frogs will volunteer nationally. They will distribute 7 tonnes of Allen’s Red Frogs lollies. Volunteers will offer direct relief to over 75,000 school leavers and conduct information sessions such as this one to over 60,000 secondary school students. Red Frogs spokesman, Marty l’Ansan described their work as being like the “net at the top of the cliff”. Prevention is always better than cure.
For more tips on celebrating schoolies safely please refer to the “Info for Parents” link below or my previous Nurrunga Article – https://waverley.nsw.edu.au/news/wellbeing-report-celebrating-schoolies-safely/
https://redfrogs.com.au/information-for-parents
Thursday 13 September is RUOK? Day. This is a significant event on the College calendar due to the close connections between the Waverley College community and the fantastic work done by this organisation in promoting positive mental health and help seeking behaviours.
On Thursday at Recess and Lunch, Lacey House ran a bake sale to raise funds for the RUOK? charity. One of the biggest protective factors in adolescent mental health is positive social connections. A range of house competitions ran at lunchtimes this week designed to promote positive social interactions between our students and thereby expand their support network.
Ask RUOK?
If you get a nagging feeling that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would, then ask. If you notice sudden changes in someone’s mood, behaviour or if they seem distant or disinterested, then ask. The important thing is to be aware of others around us, and trust our gut if something doesn’t seem quite right, and ask, RUOK?
This one simple phrase can be enough to start a conversation and encourage a friend, colleague or family member to open up about the challenges they may be facing. If a person responds that they are not OK, don’t feel as though you need to fix the situation or provide all the answers. Follow these 4 simple steps to help them access appropriate support.
For more information about how and when to ask and what to do if you are concerned by the response see the following website https://www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask
RUOK? day is also an opportunity for students to reflect on their own health and wellbeing; please look after yourselves and seek support through the relevant Head of House, our School Counselling team or external support services as required. A list of these can be found in the A-Z of wellbeing in the student diary and on our College Website.
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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