A big thank you to all parents who have generously donated their sons’ outgrown uniforms to the Secondhand Clothing Pool. This provides someone else with the opportunity to purchase a secondhand uniform well below the new price, whilst at the same time, raising funds for the College through the Parents’ Association.
We are slowly rebuilding stock levels, and are so pleased to be able to offer some more items for sale. Email us to check on stock and for the next opening time (see email details at bottom of this page).
The Secondhand Clothing Pool will gladly accept the donation of all clean and wearable current uniform items for resale. There is a $30 ‘buy back scheme’ for the donation of Blazers and All Weather Jackets in excellent condition.
Due to current restrictions for parents, we are still working mostly through email contact (see email details at bottom of this page), and over the phone.
We have a variety of House Polo sizes in each House colour, $10 each, ready for the College swimming carnival.
In addition, we have for sale:
For more information on stock availability or to make an appointment, you can contact the Secondhand Clothing Pool.
E: clothingpool@waverley.nsw.edu.au
P: (02) 9369 0703 — please leave a voicemail, and one of our volunteers will get back to you.
Location
You will find us in the main building on Birrell Street. Enter via the Senior School Reception, and take the lift to Level 3. The Secondhand Clothing Pool is next door to the Uniform Shop.
Secondhand clothing pool donation box in Senior School Reception
Rehearse on a Wednesday afternoon from 3:05pm to 4pm in the Auditorium at the Junior School.
To join this band, no experience is needed.
The Commencement Band is available to students in Years 5 and 6, who are interested in learning to play an instrument and be part of a Band. Students will be assisted to choose an instrument, and a modest fee will be charged for the hire of the instrument for the year.
Rehearse on Thursday mornings from 7:30am to 8:25am in the Auditorium at the Junior School.
To join this band, students should have been in a band at your previous school or you have had lessons on your instrument.
Students need to bring their own instrument and a sleeve folder to hold their music, to each rehearsal.
For further information regarding the Bands, please email Mr Dan Williams, Head of Bands.
E: dwilliams@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Mrs Keiran Kossenberg
PAC Administrator
E: kkossenberg@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Well done to Waverley College 1st XI at the CAS T/20 Competition held at Trinity Grammar over the weekend. The day consisted of two games: the first against Trinity Grammar and the second against Cranbrook.
1st players Hirav Ghandi, Carter Steyn, William Dodd, Connor Andrews, Eddie Regan, Daniel McSweeny, Patrick Abrahams and Jack George about to head into the field at Trinity Grammar School
Waverley won the first game against Trinity via the Duckworth-Lewis method, as rain caused numerous delays across the day. Trinity batted first and were bowled out for 73.
The 1st XI head out to field at Trinity
Daniel McSweeny took 3/6 off 3 overs as he opened up the bowling attack. The rest of Trinity were mopped up by Hirav Ghandi’s 1/11, Sachiel Bass’ 1/9, Will Dodd’s 2/6, and a brilliant spell from Connor Andrews who took 3/12 off 4 overs.
Mr Kroll rallies the team before they head out to bat at Trinity
Hirav Gandhi on the attack at Trinity
Waverley batted second and was sitting on a comfortable 5/45 at the tenth over as the rain set in. Waverley were then determined the winner.
Well done to Jack George of Year 10 for gaining his first experience in the 1st XI. Jack took a catch on debut and I am looking forward to seeing Jack grow as a player over the next couple of years.
Waverley’s second match was against the favourite, Cranbrook. Although Waverley could not defeat Cranbrook, it was again pleasing to see the positive attitude that the men of the 1st XI continue to bring, when faced with a challenging opponent.
Waverley batted first and reached a total of 8/79. Eddie Regan showed his attacking flair, but was run out prematurely for 34, and Carter Steyn was out LBW for 15.
Cranbrook then chased down Waverley to end up 2/83 with Carter Steyn and Eddie Regan involved again to both take a wicket each. Notably, Carter Steyn was impressive in his ability to tie down and then bowl out one of Cranbrook’s representative players.
Lastly, thank you to the coaches Mr Kroll and Reid McNamara for their work over the day. Good luck to all teams as they prepare for their first competition game against St Aloysius’ at Queens Park this Saturday.
Mr Sean Picone
Convenor of Cricket
E: spicone@waverley.nsw.edu.au
UNSW Wests offer a development program for any aspiring or prospective Water Polo players. This is a great opportunity for any student who wishes to be involved in Water Polo, or wants to gain more training opportunities.
Please click on the link below for further details on the UNSW Wests website.
>>> Click here to view the UNSW Wests website.
If you have any questions do not hesitate to contact me.
Ms Nicola Silsby
Convenor of Aquatics
E: nsilsby@waverley.nsw.edu.au
The Uniform Shop will be open for two weeks only, from Friday 18 February, for Year 12 Jersey fittings.
Year 12 Jerseys will carry the student SURNAME only.
Orders and payment can ONLY be made at the uniform shop at the time of fitting. We are unable to accept any late requests for jerseys.
Orders closing end of Wednesday, 2 March.
Uniform Shop
P: (02) 9369 0709
E: waverley@noone.com.au
Location
Level 3, Centenary Building,
Senior School Campus
(Enter via Reception and take the lift to the 3rd Floor)
131 Birrell Street
The Golden Boot Competition on Friday, 11 February, was an exhilarating way to start the Cadet year! The incredible energy in the Quad was a great release after months of Online Cadets. Company spirit was high, and the Company Commanders did well to bring their companies together as they competed for the Golden Boot Trophy.
A Company Tug of War
A Company Tug of War
Our victors on the day were the cadets of 7 Platoon in C Company, and we congratulate them for their physical stamina as they performed push-ups, plank, tug of war, water jerry relays and leopard crawl relays to the best of their ability.
Thank you to the SUO, CUO Zachary Straker, and his team in RHQ for putting together, and running, an engaging afternoon for our recruits.
The Jerry Can Relay, Main Quad
This week, we start the rounds of exciting activities for our recruits to enjoy in the lead up to AFX, including Archery and a Mobile Climbing Wall.
Interspersed with the activities, cadets will be learning the skills they need to be safe and comfortable on camp. Only 7 weeks to go until camp!
MAJ(AAC) Julie-Ann de Kantzow
Commanding Officer – WCCU
E: jdekantzow@waverley.nsw.edu.au
As per the College Diary, this is a reminder that the Year 9 Elevate Session – Kick Start – is held during Period 1 on Tuesday, 15 February, 2022. Students will attend the session in the following venues in House Groups:
This session is delivered by a group of recent successful graduates and will cover:
Further details can be found in the link below:
>>> Click here to view more information about Junior Seminars at Elevate Education.
Elevate work with our students in Years 9-11 at key times in the year, and they also offer free webinars for parents and carers. The webinars are held fortnightly on Wednesday evenings.
How to Register for Free Parent/Carer Webinars
>>> Click here to view registration information for free Elevate webinars.
All Year 9 students will be attending this session during their timetabled lesson in Period 1.
Ms Lynsey Porter
Director of Curriculum
E: lporter@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Sibling photos that were due to be taken on Wednesday, 2 February, have been postponed to Term 2. This is to avoid mixing Year groups.
Sibling photos will now be taken on Tuesday, 3 May.
>>> Click here to book to have a sibling photo on Tuesday, 3 May 2022.
Annual Field Exercise (AFX – Cadet Camp) takes place in the last week of Term 1 at Majura Military Training Area in Canberra, from Sunday, 3 April – Friday, 8 April, 2022, for all members of the Cadet Unit.
The Joining Instruction for the AFX has been emailed to all parents and cadets. Please read this documentation before completing the Google form in the link below.
>>> Click here to register your son’s attendance on camp via Google form.
It is important that we have the latest next of kin and health and dietary information to ensure the best care for your son on camp.
Registration is required by Tuesday, 1 March 2022. Thank you to the parents who have already completed this process. I look forward to the remaining 300 attending to this soon!
Please don’t hesitate to contact the Commanding Officer if you have any queries or concerns.
MAJ(AAC) Julie-Ann de Kantzow
Commanding Officer – WCCU
E: jdekantzow@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Waverley College Year 11 students have the opportunity to attend the award-winning RYDA Road Safety Education workshop (COVIDSafe measures will apply). RYDA is designed for 16-17 year olds, as they begin to drive or ride in cars driven by their peers.
This workshop, which supports classroom learning as part of a broader program, provides students with the tools, habits and motivation to take action and stay safe on our roads, throughout their lives, as both drivers and passengers. Students do not need to have their license to take part in the workshop.
>>> Click here to view more information about RYDA workshops.
This is the perfect time in students’ lives to engage in this program as it addresses, in a real and practical way, the many dangers and challenges young people face on our roads.
In small groups, students work with facilitators to develop and practise personalised strategies and life skills, which will help them make positive choices, both as drivers and highly influential passengers.
The workshop combines personal stories, demonstrations and interactive activities to ensure that students are engaged during the sessions.
Date: Wednesday, 23 February, 2022
Venue: Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre
Depart from school: 8:15am
Return to school: 3:15pm
Cost: $55.10 per student
Photographs may be taken at this event and used for promotional purposes on behalf of Road Safety Education Limited (the providers of RYDA).
Yes, please.
>>> Click here to view and complete the RYDA Road Safety excursion permission form.
Please complete this permission form by Friday, 18 February.
Mr Scott Coleman
RYDA Co-ordinator
E: scoleman@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Please see below for final details about Year 7 Camp.
Departure Date: Monday, 14 February
School arrival time: 7:45 am. Please ensure students are on campus no later than 7:45am. Students will assemble in their House groups in the Centenary Quad.
Return from Camp: Wednesday, 16 February
Approximate arrival time: 3pm. Camp staff will contact Reception to advise of the estimated time of return to school.
Students are to wear casual clothing and will need to bring their own recess on Monday.
NOTE: If your son develops an illness over the weekend and is unable to attend the camp, please email your son’s Head of House by 7am on Monday morning, to confirm that your son is unable to attend.
>>> Click here to view the Equipment List.
Please do not pack lollies, valuables or mobile phones.
Your son will be able to contact you via phone from the camp if required. If you need to contact your son, please phone 0424 151 364 (school mobile which we will have with us) or alternatively 0427 891 487 (Camp Somerset.)
If your son is required to take medication, please place the medication and instructions in a clear zip-lock bag with your son’s name clearly marked on the outside. This bag is to be handed to your son’s Head of House on Monday morning.
Rapid Antigen Testing
As per College policy, all students must be tested at home before school on Monday morning. Whilst at camp, if your son develops symptoms of illness or becomes unwell, you will be contacted.
If you have any questions or concerns at all regarding your son’s attendance at Camp, please do not hesitate to contact your son’s Head of House.
All Heads of House and accompanying staff are looking forward to getting to know your son at the Year 7 camp.
Ms Cathy O’Sullivan
Head of Conlon
E: cosullivan@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Year 12 students will have the privilege of working all day with a wonderful group called ‘Character Builders’ on Friday, 18 February.
Students are requested to wear their PE uniform on the day and to bring a pen.
The workshop will provide valuable insights and opportunities into developing servant leadership skills, and will be held in the Gym.
Normal school times apply.
Ms Sue Walsh
Director of Identity & Student Formation
E: swalsh@waverley.nsw.edu.au
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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