Emma Laurence, Author at Waverley College

Join us on campus for a fun and informative evening. You will hear from a range of speakers including University staff and students.

Thursday 5 April 2018, 6 – 8pm
Tuesday 8 May 2018, 6 – 8pm
Thursday 17 May 2018, 6 – 8pm

UNSW Engineering Info Day

UNSW Engineering’s High School Information Day is designed to give year 11 & 12 students the opportunity to sample several fields of engineering through interesting and stimulating hands-on activities over a day at UNSW Kensington Campus.

Notre Dame – Getting to Know Nursing

Get to know what it’s really like at Notre Dame’s Getting to Know Nursing event.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet academic staff and hear from our guest speaker who will provide information on a current innovative nursing topic.

Places are limited. Please register here or contact us on 02 8204 4404 or sydney@nd.edu.au for further information.

UTS Law Undergrad Info Evening

Discover why studying at UTS will give you an edge! This event is open to Year 11 and 12 students, and their parents. Careers advisers and teachers are also welcome to attend. Registrations will open here in February.

ACU Community Achiever Program

Regular volunteer work in your community – through a social justice organisation, sporting, performance, cultural or religious group – may be rewarded through our Community Achievers’ Program with entry into an undergraduate degree.

A successful CAP application means you could receive an offer as early as August to study at ACU. Being part of this CAP group also offers unique opportunities to enhance your leadership and volunteering skills, while you study with us.

ACU Passion for Business – Early Entry Program

ACU’s new Passion For Business (P4B) program is not just about your ATAR – it’s about providing a unique opportunity for student’s with a passion for business. Are you a current Year 12 student studying a business related subject at school and want to gain an early competitive edge?

ACU believes passion and commitment to learning are important. Passion for Business is a guaranteed early entry program designed to nurture your learning passion and give you a step up in your future business career.

ACU Elite Athlete and Performer Program

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.

ACU Bachelor of Sport and Outdoor Education

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.

Professional Cadetships Australia – Business, and Engineering & Tech Cadetships

Applications for the Business Cadetships Program opened on 5 March and close on Wednesday 16 May. The 2018 Program provides Year 12 students with the opportunity to apply for a cadetship at UBS, a top-ranking global bank.

Applications for the 2018 Engineering & Technology Cadetships (ETCAD) Program open on Monday 30 April. Under this Program, Engineering Cadets are placed at Cubic Transportation Systems and Technology Cadets are placed at Macquarie Group.

For details of these programs and for the Business Cadetships online application form, go to www.professionalcadets.com.au

SAVE THE DATE! Career Kickstarter – Business and Accounting – 23 May@ Luna Park

Previously known as “Meet the Business Leader”. Year 12 students are invited to attend to meet with and hear from business leaders in Industry. Students will also learn about work experience and scholarship opportunities. Registrations will open in the coming weeks.

NIDA HSC Workshops & Study Days

HSC Drama Performance

Comprehensive course for NSW students in year 11 and 12. Broaden your understanding of performance styles and develop improvisation, acting and devising techniques.
Years 11 & 12, cost is $615
16–20 April 2018, 10am–5pm
8–12 Oct 2018, 10am–5pm
Find out more – https://www.open.nida.edu.au/course/OHSCHDP

HSC IP Study Day

HSC IP Study Day is a fantastic way for students to explore the creative process from conception to successful completion. Participants gain a practical understanding of what is involved in the project area of their choice.
Tuesday 30 October 2018, 9.30am–3.00pm
Book now – https://www.open.nida.edu.au/course/OSCHSCIP

HSC in the Holidays March Seminars

Our subject-specific seminars have been designed to provide you with the insight and understanding from our expert HSC Teachers in the lead up to the half-yearly exams.
UTS Seminars Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th March
Macquarie University Seminars Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th March
Find out more and register – https://hscintheholidays.com.au/our-program/hsc-half-yearly-examination-seminars/

Qantas Group Pilot Academy

In 2019, Qantas Group is establishing a pilot academy. This training is appropriate for high school or university graduates with a strong academic performance.

You can register your interest online to be kept updated about the new pilot academy.

ADF Gap Year applications for 2019 have opened

It’s a unique opportunity for your students to try out a career in Navy, Army or Air Force and get a feel for a military life without committing for a longer period.

In 2019 there are 14 roles to choose from ranging from admin to artillery and even flight crew, plus this year we’re offering 30 Army Officer roles – places are limited.

UAC Favourite Uni Courses for 2018

THE majority of Year 12 students have received their offers to uni and the stats are in—Health, Law and Business were the most favoured fields of study. Data released today by the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) indicates a strong preference among applicants for health degrees, with the Bachelor of Medicine at UNSW topping the list at 1,322 unique first preferences. Two other medicine degrees and a nursing degree also made the top 10 list.

UMAT Registrations are now open

Registrations close 1 June, and the testing date is 25 July 2018.
Find out more – https://umat.acer.edu.au/

Academy of Film, Theatre & Television Open Day

You’ll be able to soak up the culture, learn about the best way to finance your studies, meet our tutors and speak to current students about their experiences. Find out why AFTT is now Australia’s most contemporary fully immersive arts academy.

The Hotel Career Expo

The Hotel Career Expo is your opportunity to go behind the scenes of this amazing industry and kickstart your new career with great rewards, internationally renowned training and strong management pathways. Meet highly influential professionals in the hotel industry and discover more about the opportunities available in some of Australia’s best hotels.

AIT After School 2D Animation Workshops

This after-school workshop gives students the opportunity to experience all of the steps involved in creating a polished full-colour 2D animation. In the final workshop, outlining and colouring will be the main focus and the final exported animation will be sent to each participant.

These workshops will run every Tuesday for five weeks beginning on May 1st 2018 in Ultimo.

AIT After-School Special Effects in Film Workshops

This workshop provides students with an introduction to desktop Special Effects compositing and motion graphics using Adobe After Effects.

These workshops will run every Thursday for five weeks beginning on May 3rd 2018 in Ultimo.

JMC Academy VR Workshop

You can learn all about the future of VR as a technology and creative industry, how VR brings together multiple creative disciplines, and how to prepare film and animations for VR – an overview, tips, industry standards and pitfalls to look out for with VR creation.

Become a Drone Pilot

AFTRS Upcoming Courses

Our courses are the perfect way to learn new skills, have fun and make new friends and are taught by industry professionals at AFTRS’ state-of-the-art film, TV and radio studios in Sydney.

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.

Join the AFP

Applications are sought for entry level positions into our community policing and national investigations families.

If you’re interested, or even just curious, head to our website for more information: https://goo.gl/D56Xdb

Join our Facebook Recruitment group for info and updates throughout the process. We’ll be sharing application tips, info about AFP College life, how to get over the (literal) hurdle and pass the physical fitness tests, and heaps more. Here’s a link to the group: https://goo.gl/LSKaQ8

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.

NSW Police Recruitment

They’re also running info sessions and practice sessions for the Physical Capacity Test.

Recruitment Information Session – Parramatta COMING SOON
Saturday 16 June 9.00am – 12.00pm

Real Estate Training Reforms

NSW Parliament has passed reforms which increase the training requirement for Real Estate Agents. The previous course took 5 days (or less), but now recruits will need to complete more units and undergo 12 months industry experience before they can become a Licence holder.

ADFA

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!

NSW Roads & Maritime Services Opportunities

Road Designer In Training – The Road Designer in Training program is available to people looking for a career in designing roads while at the same time studying towards a Civil Engineering degree.

Apprenticeships and Traineeships – Traineeships and apprenticeships are offered across a number of different fields, including:

Good Careers Guide

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.

ATO Tax File Number Applications

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.

TAFE NSW 2018 Career Guide

Breaking bad study habits

Start the new school year off right with these great tips for staying focused while studying.

Smartphone Apps to Help with Studying

This article features some smartphone apps that can help students to improve their study habits.

Think Education Surviving Year 12 eBook

TSFX Exam/Study Tip 3 & 4

TSFX Edge Online

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.

TSFX: HSC Study Tips – Top Tips from Past Year 12 Students

Tips for note-taking

Tips for volunteering

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 which occupations have skills shortages

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.

Careers in Sport

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.

How an engineering degree can build your future

This article from Deakin explores what an engineering degree can lead to in the current environment where what we know about manufacturing, business and career paths is all changing.

Where could STEM take you?

STEM Subjects – Why are they in Demand?

Surviving Year 12

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.

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.

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.

How to choose a degree when you’re unsure

This article from Careers with STEM has some great tips for choosing a university degree if you don’t quite know what you want yet.

How to focus on wellbeing in times of stress

Reachout.com

ReachOut is Australia’s leading online mental health organisation for young people and their parents.

There’s a section on school and study, to help you work through the big decisions.

UMAT 2018

Thinking of studying medicine, dentistry or health sciences? You need to know about UMAT.

UMAT stands for the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test. It’s a test that’s designed to help select students for undergraduate medicine and health science programs for participating universities.

If you’re in your final year of secondary school and want to enter a medicine or health science degree next year then you need to sit UMAT in 2018. It’s only held once a year.

It’s an aptitude test. It’s designed to test your attributes and abilities, specifically in

They test for these skills because they’re considered highly important for the study and practice of medicine and health sciences. It’s not based on the curriculum you study at school, and doesn’t require any knowledge or skills in maths, sciences, or any other area. They simply use these results, in combination with other selection criteria, to determine successful candidates for the specified medical and health science degrees.

You can find out more about the structure of the test, and the registration procedure in their downloadable Guide.

You don’t have to complete any kind of preparation course, but practising the test online and completing a UMAT workshop might help you feel more comfortable about sitting the test and give you confidence on the day.

“Intensive preparation is not advisable or necessary. However, wide and critical reading may provide helpful preparation and, as with any test, some practice in answering questions of a similar type, and under similar time constraints as those found in the real test is helpful and reassuring to most candidates. It is also helpful to practice using a machine-readable answer sheet similar to the one in the actual test.”

The UMAT website offers official UMAT practice tests (the first one is free with your registration). They don’t endorse any external preparation courses, nor do they help develop those courses.

From the Head of College, Graham Leddie

In this very busy week the College marks both the “National Action Day Against Bullying” and the Leukaemia Foundation’s “World’s Greatest Shave” campaigns, which have built into significant events at the College over the last few years, and 2018 is no exception.

National Day of Action Against Bullying

We have Brainstorm Productions presenting to our Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 students this week. Each presentation covers a variety of activities with respect to their developmental years and aims to teach the boys appropriate responses and support mechanisms to beat bullying. All boys from Years 5 to 12 will be involved in a collaborative artwork that rejects violence and bullying in all its forms.

We also have renowned Psychologist and Author Dr Michael Carr-Gregg presenting to parents tonight in the Cosgrove Centre at 7pm. The topics covered in this presentation will include how to spot bullying, cyberbullying, how to respond if your child is the victim of bullying and how to respond if your child is bullying others. Michael is a dynamic speaker and one of Australia’s most respected experts on adolescent psychology. My thanks go to the Waverley College Parent Association for supporting this event.

World’s Greatest Shave

Thank you to the many boys and parents who have donated to the Leukaemia Foundation’s ‘World’s Greatest Shave’ event this week to help find a cure for brain cancer. Thank you also to the many students that have donated and had their heads shaved in support of the cause. Total money raised at this point is just over $14000 … a great result. If you would still like to donate, the link is:

NAPLAN Online Testing

Students in Year 5, 7 and 9 will undergo a mandatory NAPLAN online practice test next week. This is part of the preparation for schools that are conducting NAPLAN online later in the year. While the test run is a little inconvenient from a school point of view, it should serve as a good practice run for the students involved.

Matthew Talbot Hostel

I received a letter of thanks to the Waverley College Community this week from the Matthew Talbot Hostel:

Thank you to the teachers and students who always attend their duties reliably, enthusiastically and energetically and are respectful, courteous and show a caring manner towards the men.

Thank you kindly for donating once again to our Christmas hampers for 2017. Please be assured your donation items go directly to our clients for free and bring joy to men of the Talbot on what can be a difficult and lonely day. The Talbot survives through the generous support of the community and your teachers and students are a wonderful example of this support.

The school has a longstanding relationship with the hostel and is proud to work with the Matthew Talbot clients.

Flu and Colds

As we change seasons, it is timely to remind boys to wash their hands throughout the day. Getting into good hygiene habits is the best way of avoiding the transfer of flu and other illnesses.

Meningococcal

NSW Health works with Waverley College to offer the Meningococcal ACWY vaccine (Menactra) to all boys in Year 10 and 11. Please complete the consent forms and return them as soon as possible so your son can be vaccinated against this deadly condition. Having worked in a previous school that lost two boys to meningococcal in the space of six weeks, I recommend supporting this public health program.

Headspace

I attended a Principals’ forum this week at Headspace Bondi Junction and was updated on their clinic’s operations over the last 12 months. One of the alarming statistics presented was that, on average, most adolescents were hanging on to concerns or issues for six months before seeking assistance. Encourage your sons to seek early intervention, either through talking with yourselves, a College psychologist or the team at Headspace. The peak age for referrals was Year 11 and 12 as commitments and study pressures rose. Headspace offer support in physical health (sleep and exercise), mental health (anxiety and depression), sexual health and alcohol and drug use.

Sailing

Congratulations to Will Cooley who recently qualified for the 2018 Australian Sailing Youth Team who will compete at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games. He achieved this through his performances in the 2018 Australian Nacra15 Championships (1st) and the 2018 Australian Youth Championships Nacra15 (1st).

NSW Surf Lifesaving

Congratulations to all students who competed at the recent NSW Surf Life Saving Championships. It is pleasing to see so many of our boys are community minded and many give up their time to carry out surf beach patrol along with honing their skills in competition.

Congratulations to Noah Harvard who won the U17 Single Ski, U19 Double Ski and U19 Ski Relay. He also came second in the U17 Taplin Relay, U17 Ski Relay and the Open Male Rescue Tube Rescue.

Jonathon Schacht, Freddie Felix, Oliver Hayes, James Bodkin, Ned Wieland, Duke Wieland, Jake Lewis, Oliver Hackers, James Bodkin, Will Davison, Makenzie Palmer, Kai Jones, Jake Walker, Max Court, Zac Bloch, Cater Hjorring, Ben Leet, Luca Whitaker, Campbell Groves, Wylie Durrans, Ben Finegan, Max Leedham, Charles Winkelmeier, Leo Astridge, Oliver Elliott, Liam Davis, Jimmy Ashbridge, Toby Unsworth, Zach Wilde, Jay Palm, Evan Athanassiou, Nick Quinn, Harrison Palmer, Baxter Flynn, Jude Sedley, Hugh Clothier, Tom Clothier.

I am sure this is not a complete list, please inform the College via the Director of Co-curricular Mr Steve O’Donnell or the Assistant Director of Co-curricular Ms Stephanie Floyd about activities that your sons are involved in outside of the College. We want to have a complete picture of their commitments and would love to be able to recognise their achievements. I apologise to those not listed.

From the Director of Mission, Phil Davis

Confirmation

The tradition for Confirmation has always been to receive the sacrament in the person’s parish of worship. The 2018 Confirmation programme offered at Waverley Junior School is for students who are members of St Charles Borromeo Parish, Mary Immaculate Church, Waverley. This is for students who live within the parish boundaries and identify as members of this parish. For enrolment forms and further information, please contact Mr Davis (Senior College) and Mr Ghattas (Junior School) .

Commitment Mass- Term Two, Week 2- Thursday 10th May at 6.30pm for all participants.

Raising Teens/Male Image: Parent Evening

“At a time where parents can feel overwhelmed and powerless to address such issues as sex, pornography, dating and relationships there is a huge amount parents can do.”

On Tuesday Evening 27 March, 6.30pm-8.00pm, Mr David Kobler from Your Choicez will be speaking to parents about raising teenagers and the pressures associated with social media. This will take place in the Br R J Wallace Performing Arts Centre (PAC) and is open to parents from all year groups. You need to book on the EVENTS PAGE.

As the area of male Image and male role modelling will be an important part of this discussion, it is important that a good number of Dads make it a priority to attend this Parent Evening!

Year 11 students will be addressed by Mr Kobler also on Tuesday 27 March during Periods 1-6 in a Seminar for Young Men. Mr Kobler will cover male image, relationships, and the harmful effects of pornography during this seminar.

Conlon House Mass

Last Friday, 9^th March, 2018, the Conlon House Mass, was celebrated by College Chaplain Fr Bernie Thomas ofm . The Gospel (Matthew 9:18-19, 23-26), which was acted out by Conlon SRC students, mirrored the message Speak through Action, the theme which our Year 12 Leaders have chosen for 2018. Conlon Prefect of Spirituality, Jonathon Schacht connected this theme with life at Waverley College in his Reflection.

Other features of this Mass included the Entry Procession and Gospel Procession, while the Communion Reflection Song If You’re Out There by John Legend aptly connected to the idea that actions speak louder than words. I would like to thank the staff and students responsible for the organisation and specific roles during the Mass. I would also like to thank MS O’Sullivan, Head of Conlon House, for her assistance, as well as the many parents who attended the Conlon House Mass. The next House Mass is the Green House Mass, Friday 6^th April, 8.00am in the College Chapel

Today I invite you to reflect on the Gospel and the readings, to inherit some ideas on how you, as Colon students, may benefit from these words.

Edmund Rice in the first reading had a deep desire to help the poor, rough boys of Waterford. His dream then turned into reality through his actions. For all of us, we can all have a dream. That is free. We can tell everyone about the dream. That is free also. But to achieve our dreams or our goals we must find strength to do.

We can dream about a variety of things whether it be on the sporting pitch or aspiring for a personal best in the classroom. We can talk all about these dreams but if we do not do, these dreams stay dreams.

In the Gospel, we see Jesus bring someone back from the dead. While those who witnessed this would have been amazed, there was a period of ridicule from those standing around. Despite their judgement, Jesus is able to bring the child back to life anyway.

The actions and ideas of Jesus are applicable in our lives also, as we must put aside the preconceived idea of what we believe is impossible, to make the impossible, possible. We must also push aside those who may doubt us and may potentially stop us from having a try. Jesus “speaks through action” by acting despite ridicule, and this results in the child coming back to life.

It is not only Jesus who is the hero in the Gospel. The leader of the synagogue doesn’t just hope Jesus will cure his child, but actually goes and finds Jesus. He doesn’t just ask Jesus for help, he leads him back. Action.

Overall, today’s readings link to this year’s theme of “Speak through Action.”

If you see a boy in your year sitting alone at lunch, do you go and sit next to him? Or do you snigger to your mates and keep on walking. If your class mate has no lunch, do you lend him money, or do you go on to the tuck shop and bye yourself something extra.

Actions really do speak louder than words. Take that extra step and challenge the possibilities of your own limitations and be the change that you want to see, just as Jesus did.

From Director of Waterford, Anthony Banboukjian

Prayer for the week

In our darkness you see the spark of your light.
In our struggles, you wrestle with us.
In our pain and suffering, you hurt with us,
In our weakness you lend us your strength.
In our ignorance, you try to teach us wisdom.
In our selfishness, you lead us to your way of the cross.
In the breaking down of our relationships you pave the way towards reconciliation.
In our falling short of your glory, you lift our eyes to see our potential.
Into our desperation you bring hope.
Into our brokenness you bring healing.
Into our failure you bring redemption.
Into our living you bring meaning and purpose.
Into our dying you bring life.

God of Hope,
Christ with us,
Redeem and transform us,
That we may truly be your people.

Thankyou to Mr Ghattas & Father Bernie

Thanks to all those boys and parents who joined us at mass on Saturday 10 March at Mary Immaculate Church. To see over 100 boys and families there to celebrate mass together at a non-compulsory school event was something special.

This was made even more so thanks to the beautiful liturgy given by Father Bernie; the wonderful singing & participation by our boys.

Special thanks to the following boys who assisted during the mass: Archie Godby, Bailey Barker, Fox Stapleton, Maximus Fitzpatrick-Levingston and Zack Mollica.

Well done Mr Ghattas and thanks to all the staff who attended at the church and preparing the barbecue.

Confirmation

Commitment Mass- Term Two, Week 2- Thursday 10^th May at 6.30pm for all participants.

World’s Greatest Shave

I’m pleased to announce that we have four boys who will be participating in the World’s Greatest Shave on Thursday. Patrick Carey (raised over $1900), Rudy Bickers (currently raised $1898), Charles Beckett and Sebastian Ari are brave enough to shave – thank you and well done.

Homework Club

Parents please note that boys utilising the homework club after school should be coming to the library with homework to complete, assignments to work on or class work to finish. It should not be simply be used as a babysitting service.

All boys should also know what time they are finishing and how they are getting home. Homework club finishes at 4.30pm so please ensure your son is picked up on time.

From the Head of Library: For your diary

Parent and son(s) evening in the College Library – visiting Young Adult author Will Kostakis

On Wednesday, April 4, from 6.30 pm to 8 pm come along to the College Library for an entertaining and informative night with Australian Author Will Kostakis. Will is an award winner author with multiple novels and stories published.

Will, will be at Waverley to inspire and inform us on how to get boys to read and ways to develop good writing skills and habits. As well, general tips on how to make the best of school life from the point of view of English studies and writing will be covered.

Notice – summer sports photos

On Monday March 19 we will be taking photos of our Saturday Summer Sport Teams. All boys are asked to come to school in their summer Saturday sports gear for the photos. Boys who do not have the right gear may not be in the photos.

Order for photos (please note specific times cannot be given) – with team and gear required:

Last Week of Summer Saturday Sport For Term 1

This Saturday sees all our Junior School teams play their last game of the term. As usual the participation has been great and the sportsmanship first class – well-done boys.

Please note this is also the last week of training for all summer teams this term.

Special mention

Over the last week or so a number of boys have been selected to represent the College at trials for both CIS AFL and IPSHA Football.

Congratulations to Nate and Henry who will compete for CIS in the upcoming PSSA Carnival. Tashi was unlucky not to be selected.

The following boys headed off to Knox on Monday hoping to make the IPSHA Team for the CIS Football selection carnival:

Unfortunately none of the Waverley boys made it through but all five enjoyed the experience – well done.

Congratulations to:

Luke Newrick Year 5 who represented South Maroubra at the State Nipper Championship finishing with a Silver medal: Under 10s Beach Sprint and a Silver Medal: All age Beach relay.

Ben Pignatelli (5G) and Jack Johnson (5G) represented Coogee SLSC. They were both members of the team who won the Bronze medal in the U10 boy’s beach relay. Jack won a second bronze as part of the U10 mixed beach relay.

Zoltahn Szabo and Tristan Lee both belong to Coogee Nippers and attended the State Nipper Championships. They unfortunately did not get a medal but did extremely well in many of their events. Tristan came 7^th in the swim final and Zoltahn came 10^th. A top 10 placing at these events is definitely an accomplishment with such a large contingent of boys from across NSW. They both made many semi-finals in individual and team events.

Jack Johnson (5 Green) was awarded two bronze medals at the slsa Nippers nsw State championships at the weekend. One for U10 boys sand relay and one for U10 mixed sand relay.

Photos

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.

From Head of TAS, Garth Aird

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) is everywhere and shapes our everyday experiences, meaning STEM education is vital and we need to encourage students to understand and embrace these core subject areas. The STEM tour, running in 2019, will expose students to a new realm of learning experiences centered around the space industry in the United States of America.

You can find out more about the application process, costs and dates at a STEM Tour information night, on Thursday 5^th April at 6.30pm in the TAS building.

If you would like to attend, please let us know by clicking on the link and filling in the form.

From Head of Library Services, Bill Roberts

Any student interested in the Premier’s reading challenge can now get started!

The Challenge aims to encourage a love of reading for leisure and pleasure in students, and to enable them to experience quality literature. It is not a competition but a challenge to each student to read, to read more and to read more widely.

The Premier’s Reading Challenge is available for all NSW students in Kindergarten to Year 9, in government, independent, Catholic and home schools.

If help is required on how to do the Challenge, students should call in for a chat with any of the library staff.

The 2018 Challenge kicked off Monday 5 March and closes Friday 31 August (midnight) for students.

See the Library to register for your Username and Password.

The library has lots of PRC books on display to get students started on their reading.

Here is a link to more information:

https://online.det.nsw.edu.au/prc/home.html

From College Nurse, Adele Cutbush

Each year NSW Health works with Waverley College to offer the vaccines recommended for adolescents. In 2018, the following vaccine will be offered to Year 10 and Year 11 students:

Parental/guardian consent is required for students to be vaccinated. Parents/guardians who wish to withdraw their consent for any reason may do so by phoning the Public Health Unit directly on (02) 9382 8333

The Parent Information Kits for all Year 10 and Year 11 students will be distributed this week at the college. Please complete these consent forms as soon as possible so your son can return the document to the Health Centre by the end of this week. Please note that the physical card must be returned. Public Health will not accept any electronic/emailed or scanned copies.

Thank you for your assistance and support to ensure the success of this important public health program. If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to email the Health Centre on healthcentre@waverley.nsw.edu.au

From Director of Co-curricular, Stephen O’Donnell

Summer season ends

Well done to all of our summer co-curricular activities who concluded the season last weekend. We had a great season and a huge thank you to all convenors, staff, coaches, parents and students for their tremendous efforts over the season. Special to mention to the Year 12 students who have now played their last game of summer sport for the college. A big thank you also to the water polo, cricket and basketball supporter groups for their efforts over the season and the presentation events last weekend.

Arrangements for commencement of winter season

We have now commenced our winter co-curricular season and most students have winter sport trials this Saturday. We also have a large number of boys attending cadet camp at the end of this week. These students will still be considered in regard to team selections. Saturday 24 March will see continued selection trials but also all A’s squads in football and rugby will play a football blitz tournament and 7’s rugby. Our staff and coaches will be doing their best with selections but no teams are set in concrete and good performance and attitude will result in promotion. A reminder to all students to ensure they wear the correct sport uniform and equipment for their activities – do not forget mouthguards, boots and shin-pads. It is also vital that all students regularly hydrate at training and games as the weather is still warm. A reminder that any absence from weekend commitments requires a medical certificate. Leave requests must be in writing, two weeks’ prior to the absence, with a maximum of two requests per year.

Baseline testing for concussion & other health support

We will be baseline concussion testing our at-risk students over the next few weeks. This an important part of the well-being of all students and will give us a measure of when students can return to play based on these results. There is no cost for this other than bulk billing based on Medicare numbers. We will always have a physiotherapist and paramedic at Queens Park on Saturdays in the winter season and we also send a physiotherapist to away games. If any student suffers a concussion playing club sport it is vital that we are made aware of this as soon as possible, as this will affect their ability to also play for the College.

Why we play sport

Parents and students are reminded to be familiar with the CAS Codes of Conduct for players and spectators. Appropriate respect for all players, officials and the opposition community is essential. This is schoolboy sport and, whilst we love to win, participating in co-curricular at the College is first and foremost about:

I wish our CAS swimming and diving squads the very best for the championships this Thursday. The students have been working very hard. I am also really looking forward to hearing our supporters in full voice when we are singing ‘Sweet Caroline’ and ‘Living on a Prayer’. We have a number of students competing in the National Junior Athletics Championships on Thursday: Dane Towns, Charles McGrath and Alex Talbot will be representing the College at the highest level. Best wishes to these students for every success.

Good luck to all students in their various activities this week and ‘Go the Waves!’

From Captain of Tennis, Kiva Gwynne

The final matchup of the 2018 summer tennis season was a tough one for the Waverley Tennis boys, with Barker taking out the majority of fixtures across the board.

The 1sts and 2nds were both subdued 8 sets to 0, with the opposition evidently too strong for the Waverley boys. Lachlan Unsworth almost broke the duck in a close singles set, in which he was edged 4 games to 6. The 3rds and 4ths both lost 6-0, with Arturo Montesinos coming ever so close to victory in a tiebreaker loss. A special mention goes to Mrs. Unsworth and the parents for the 1sts and 2nds, who have been dedicated to providing magnificent morning teas for the open’s home games.

The Year 7’s have continued their hot form, especially the 7C’s, who won 4 sets to 2 (33-16). The doubles pairing of Jo Jo Cumpston and Jonas Dowling could not be stopped as they completely battered their Barker counterparts 6-0, both going on to win their singles matches 6-0 and 6-2, respectively. The 7D’s were unfortunate to lose 6 sets to 0.

Whilst the 8A’s were defeated 6 sets to 0, the 8B’s turned it around as they won by the closest margin possible – 3 sets all, 30 games to 29. Aidan Trovato put in a valiant effort in winning all of his sets: his singles 6-4, and doubles 6-2 with Cuba Kanakis. 8C’s and D’s both lost 6 sets to 0. The year 9 and 10 teams all lost 6 sets to 0, with the best effort coming from Oscar Madden and Nathan Barry, who lost their doubles 5-7 in the 9A’s.

As the season concludes, a huge thanks goes to Coach Steve Day, Ms. Attard, and all of the teachers and students who have contributed to a memorable summer of tennis across all age groups and teams. Leading into winter pre-season training, the Waverley Tennis boys are anticipating a successful winter season.

From Convenor of Water Polo, Olivia Kite

The Water Polo Supporter Group hosted the Water Polo Presentation for the 2017-2018 Season on Saturday 10 March. The Presentation was an opportunity to recognise individual efforts and team achievements and congratulate everyone involved on a positive and successful season.

Thank you to the Water Polo Supporter Group who worked tirelessly to organise, set up and run the event. A big thank you to the fathers who donned their best aprons and cooked the BBQs on the day too.

Thank you to all the families who provided prizes for the raffle. These prizes were very much appreciated and loved by the raffle winners. A very special thank you to Tyler Martin from Delfina Sport (https://www.delfinasport.com/) for his very generous donation.

These awards presented on the day are an opportunity to recognise the hard work, persistence, dedication and commitment of players to Water Polo. Congratulations to all of our recipients:

The Keith Tanner award for 2018 was presented to Jasper Wilde. The Keith Tanner award is one of the highest honours in Water Polo at Waverley and is dedicated to Keith Tanner who taught and coached Water Polo at Waverley for many years. He was the husband of Marilyn Tanner and together they have spent decades helping build and support Water Polo at Waverley College. Their efforts helped build the sport at Waverley from its beginnings and is reflected in the qualities the awarded is selected upon such as dedication and contribution to the sport. Congratulations to Jasper.

The Brydon Award for 2018 was presented to Anthony Roydhouse. The Daniel Brydon award is another significant award and reflects the excellent spirit with which Daniel himself approached the sport. He was an excellent team person who supported his mates in and out of the pool and loved the sport of Water Polo. His parents are very proud to see his spirit continued in this award and what it stands for. Congratulations to Anthony.

Water Polo is becoming increasingly popular at the school, with more and more students joining the sport each year. The sport boasts an encouraging, supportive, family orientated environment that brings together the most inspiring qualities of the the Waverley College community.

Thank you to our coaches: Yuki Takeda, Luke Rayner, Barry Smith, Blair Ryan, Conor Ryan, Marlee Batterham, Alife Killigrew and Blake Thorn for all their hard work and efforts throughout the season.

From Convenor of Rugby, John McCoy

Preseason

It is fantastic to see such a positive start to the year at training on Monday! A number of teachers across the school have commented on how excited the boys are ahead of the upcoming season, which was evident in the very energetic opening training session. Unfortunately, due to wet weather this was our only training of the week.

Most students (13s, 14s & 15s) should have now commenced preseason training at Queens Park. We look forward to our 16s and Opens commencing this weekend. A reminder that 13s, 14s and 15s train on Monday and Wednesday (3:30pm-5:00pm). 16s and Opens train on Tuesday and Thursday (3:30pm – 5:00pm).

It is extremely important that all players attend trainings or age group meetings, particularly at the starting point of the season. Rugby is a team sport and when players do not show up or do not put in, it takes away the opportunity for teams to bond – which is one of the greatest parts of the game. With this in mind, there will be consequences for students who fail to turn up to training (without a note) or without their training gear.

Internal Trials/Training Sessions – Saturday 17 March

We will be holding Internal Trials as well as Training sessions for all age groups this Saturday 17 March. Please take note of the following arrangements for each age groups:

13s years – Players will be involved in Internal Trials. All players are to bring along a Waverley Jersey as well as another coloured Jersey for trials, as well as standard playing gear (rugby shorts, socks, boots, mouthguard and headgear (not compulsory)). Due to the large numbers in the 13s group has been split into two trialling times (two groups – 8:00am and 9:30am). At a meeting on Wednesday at lunchtime, players were made aware of which time they need to attend. If any students are unsure, they are required to attend the 8:00am trial. All coaching staff will be watching both trial periods to monitor player performance for grading.

14s years – Players will be involved in Internal Trials. All players are to bring along a Waverley Jersey as well as another coloured Jersey for trials, as well as standard playing gear (rugby shorts, socks, boots, mouthguard and headgear (not compulsory)). Due to the large numbers in the 14s group will be split into two trialling times (two groups – 11:00am and 12:30pm). At a meeting on Wednesday at lunchtime, players were made aware of which times they need to attend. If any students are unsure, they are required to attend the 11:00am trial. All coaching staff will be watching both trial periods to monitor player performance for grading.

15s years – Due to a significant amount of students in the 15s years age group involved in cadet camp, this age group will be holding a training sessions rather than internal trials. All 15s players need to be at QP6 at 8:30am for a 9:00am start.

16s years – Due to not having a training sessions in the opening week of preseason, this age group will be holding a training sessions rather than internal trials. All 16s need to be at QP1 at 12:30pm for a 1:00pm start.

Opens years – Students selected in the 1^st XV & 2^nd XV trialling squad will have a match on QP1 commencing at 10:00am. Due to not having a training sessions in the opening week of preseason, all other players in the Opens (3^rd XV to 5^th XV Squad) will be involved in a training sessions rather than internal trials. Players in this group will need to meet on QP1 at 11:00am for a 11:30am start.

In the event of wet weather, students are encouraged to ring the Sports Information line on 02 8250 3780. Students are also encouraged to check their student emails, especially if they are not able to connect via phone.

CAS Sevens Day – Saturday 24 March

On Saturday 24 March, Waverley College will be involved in the CAS Sevens Day. Squads will be selected from each age group to participate in this tournament which will take place at various CAS schools.

Coaches will inform those students selected in these squads at trainings/meetings next week. All other students not involved in CAS Sevens will be involved in Internal Trial matches on this day, which will be held again at Queens Park.

Those students who will be returning from Cadet Camp on Friday 23^rd March will be expected to attend trials on Saturday 24^th March or, if selected, the CAS Sevens.

Team Selections

I appreciate a number of parents have contacted me regarding team selections. Further to this, I anticipate parents will contact me in the coming weeks regarding team selections and the protocol we have in place.

At Waverley College we aim to give all players a “fair go” in trying to reach their potential (make the highest team possible). However, it can sometimes take time to establish the correct grading of individual players into teams.

Last year, we had students starting off in “D” grade eventually make it into “A” grade half way through the season. Again, this was a process that took time.

We are very fortunate to have a number of GPS trial rounds this season to ensure the teams are well arranged prior to the commencement of the CAS competition which commences at the end of Term 2.

Ultimately, we ask all players to strive to do the best for the school in whatever team they may start off in. This will lead to a greater brand of rugby, player enjoyment and continued success from the 1^st XV to the 13Es.

Good luck to all students involved in the Internal Trials and Training Sessions this weekend!

From Convenor of Cricket, John McCallum

Over 280 players, coaches and families enjoyed the Cricket Presentation Evening last Saturday after the final Senior School round of the season. A BBQ dinner and a great social atmosphere begun proceedings as friends shared highlights of their seasons. Coaches awards, new training shirts from our Supporter’s group and a humorous NZ Tour account from Jacob Tomasiello and Ben Scarf were enjoyed, and our Year 12 students were thanked for their outstanding contributions toward Cricket and their team mates.

Our special guest was Australian allrounder Moises Henriques – who spoke on overcoming Challenges, how he trains as an all-rounder and the benefits touring overseas has made with his game. He was highly engaging in speaking to the audience, and the boys were inspired and thankful for being able to also speak with Moises, have photos and receive awards and training shirts. Moises is a fantastic ambassador for himself and the Sydney 6er’s, and certainly made plenty of fans – and he’s also now keen to return next season to do coaching of some Waverley boys!

Brother Murphy also gave boys an insight to how cricket has both evolved – but also remained much the same since he grew up in Queensland, before presenting the Br Murphy player of the year awards. This Year’s Winner was Jack Hardwicke-Owen from the 1^st XI, with 343 runs at an average of 31.8, 9 wickets, 5 catches and 2 stumpings. 2^nd place was Ben Scarf, 3^rd Alex Ferrara, 4^th Ryan Connolly, 5th was Murray Shearer from the 9As and 6^th Conor Boyd-Boland from the 9As.

All players who scored over 50 runs or took 5 wickets or more in an innings will be receiving their individual awards at the college’s Summer Sports Assembly on 5 April.

On the field, there were some great performances against Barker College, with a highlight being an amazing tie in the 7a game from the final ball! Knox batted first to be 7 for 176, Waverley chased the score down with a single off the last ball to tie. In the Bowling, Scott Swinburn took 6 for 21 off 8 overs, whilst in batting, Waverley required 110 off the last 10 overs and 17 to win off the last over. Scott Swinburn 59 off 45 balls, Lachlan Grant 23 off 12 balls and Fred Le Vey 12 off 7 balls were the stars, so great effort boys! The 7Bs and 7Cs went down, despite strong batting by Jack Crotty, Rex Whale and Alexander Polihronas. Another star was Year 6 boy Hunter Eldridge, who took a Hat trick for the Prep 1sts, and backs up 3 scores of 50 runs already this term!

Despite all opens sides falling short in pursuit of final-round victories, Sebastian Rasmussen scored a damaging 56 and took 2 wickets, and Zane Zilich scored 30 In their final matches for the 3^rd XI. All Yr 12 boys can feel proud of the manner in which they developed strong friendships and played attacking and competitive Cricket in the correct fashion. I also wish to sincerely thank all the dedicated coaches of each side for their energy and expertise they willingly shared with their teams. Thank you to the amazing Cricket Supporter’s Group for such strong support of Cricket, including the running of the Queens Park canteen and with our Presentation Evening. Thank you also to the many boys and parents who volunteered to arrive early or stay later in order to set up and clean up on Presentation Evening. I wish our winter sports and boys all the continued success and enjoyment.

1^st XI Round 10 v Barker

From Coaches John Boyd and Greg Elliott

Waverley won the toss and asked Barker to bat. The bowlers did a good job and after 22 overs Barker was in a spot of trouble at 5 for 66 with wickets to Benjamin Scarf, Harry Whiteman and 4 to Jack Hardwicke-Owen. Some aggressive batting followed and 116 was on the board before Ryan Connolly claimed the breakthrough. Jack Hardwicke-Owen picked up his 4^th and was unlucky not to bag 5 when an lbw was turned down. The tail waged and when the final wicket fell on the last ball of the innings, Barker had made 156.

After the lunch break 156 seemed a very attainable total but another very poor start saw wickets tumble at very regular intervals to see Waverley crumble to its second lowest total of the season 87, batting for just 25.2 overs. Benjamin Scarf with 22, Darcy Mullins 12 and Alex Ferrara 10 were the only batsmen to reach double figures. After turning 2^nd on the table at Christmas and defeating Knox in round 6 the team has had a very disappointing end to the season.

On a brighter note, congratulations to all the coach award winners from every team. This award is not for the best player in each team but the player who over the whole season has shown the attitude and commitment to training and who goes the extra bit to improve. Reid McNamara won the award for the 1^st XI with Jacob Tomasiello and Harry Whiteman not far behind. I would like to thank all the wonderful parents of the 1^st XI players for the efforts they put in on lunches and teas at Queens Park this season. Your efforts make a long Saturday at Queens a lovely place to be.

2018 CAS representatives Scarf, Hardwicke-Owen, Ferrarra and Connolly

From Head of Senior Studies and Careers, Kath Knowles

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1^st XI Round 10 v Barker

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