Two of our College Psychologists, Ms Dawn Young and Ms Samantha Jessen, attended a workshop last week run by Catholic Schools NSW and the National Centre for Childhood Grief (NCCG) about grief in the school setting. Unfortunately, our school community is not immune from the impact of grief, and we have continued to hear about and support those going through significant loss.
The experience of grief is one that all of us will go through at some stage in our lives. Despite this however, grief is rarely spoken about effectively, and a lot of us won’t know what to say when we learn that someone close to us has suffered a great loss. At times, this means we might avoid talking about grief, and even avoid the bereaved person altogether, which can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness.
If we ourselves are impacted by grief, our study/work, socialisation, physical and of course mental health can all be significantly impacted. This workshop has been a timely reminder to bring to your awareness the services offered here at Waverley College and in the wider community.
It is very important that each Waverley College student seeks support when they experience grief and loss; the College community is here to provide support in the best way we can. We encourage students to reach out if their family is going through a difficult time. We are here to offer support which may look like a chat with our College Psychologists or simply organising a safe space where students can take a break throughout the day.
Within our community, the NCCG offers free counselling for bereaved children aged to 3-17 years old (face-to-face or Telehealth options). Access to the service is self-referred (no GP referral needed) by calling 1300 654 556. Additionally, Psychology services are available for students at Waverley College. Feel free to reach out to the Wellbeing Team or your Head of House for further information.
Junior School Psychologists
Senior School Psychologists
Dear fathers, grandfathers and significant men in the lives of Waverley College students
Please join us to celebrate Father’s Day where you can enjoy a light breakfast with your Senior School sons. Any Junior School siblings are most welcome to attend and can be taken to school at the conclusion of the breakfast.
Date: Friday, 1 September
Time: 8am – 8:45am
Venue: Cosgrove Basketball Court (entrance via Birrell Street)
*Please RSVP by Monday, 28 August 2023
Parenting a tween/teen and navigating these crucial years is like riding a roller coaster – full of thrills, chills and sometimes a little nausea. With life throwing countless challenges their way, there is one trait that can help them thrive – resilience.
In his article Raising Resilient Teens, Daniel Merzer delves into five practical strategies to empower parents/carers to nurture resilience, wellbeing and tenacity in their child to enable them to thrive.
Click here to view the article
To celebrate two great annual events on the Australian educational calendar – National Book Week (Week 6) and Science Week (Week 5) – the library will be combining forces to promote both with our mega book giveaway competition.
We have 11 books to give away (one per family) in total worth $279.00.
*In 25 words or less, tell us your memorable science memories or moments.
We will share the winners and responses in future Nurrunga editions! We are hoping to get lots of entries.
Email your entries to librarystaff@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Good Luck!
Beyond DNA
Benjamin Oldroyd
NEW! Out September 2023
$35.00
Made by Humans
Ellen Broad
$29.99
The Weather Obsession
Lawrie Zion
$29.99
A Hostile Beauty
Alistair Dermer and Danielle Wood
$69.99
Little Species, Big Mystery
Debbie Argue
$39.99
When Galaxies Collide
Lisa Harvey-Smith
$19.99
The Advocates
Robyn Gulliver and Jill L Ferguson
$34.99
Sunburnt Country
Joëlle Gergis
$34.99
Name that Flower: The Identification of Flowering Plants
Ian Clarke and Helen Lee
$39.99
My Forests
Janine Burke
$39.99
Backyard Insects Updated Edition
Paul Horne, Denis Crawford
The Science Department are excited to announce the Waverley Scientists of Science Week Competition!
Students from Years 5-12 are asked to record themselves undertaking an experiment at home and explaining the scientific concept behind it in a fun and engaging way.
Prizes will be awarded to a winners from both the Junior and Senior Campus.
The Science Department are looking forward to celebrating Science Week with you!
Click here for the Week 4 Newsletter
Please see me if you require any further assistance or information.
Ms Kath Knowles
Senior Studies & Careers Coordinator
kknowles@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Dear Students, Parents and Carers,
Please find below the schedule for the Year 12 Tutorials in Term 3, Week 5.
Topics covered during the tutorials include content revision, study skills, exam preparation and practice papers.
These tutorials have proven extremely valuable and, while not compulsory, are strongly encouraged.
| Date | Subject | Time | Room | Teacher |
| Tuesday, 15 August 2023 | Visual Arts | 3:30pm – 5pm | C13 | Turnbull |
| Wednesday, 16 August 2023 | Standard Mathematics | 7:30am – 8:30am | E23 | Riley |
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Thursday, 17 August 2023
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Spanish | 3:30pm – 5pm | W25 | Quintana |
| Standard Mathematics | 7:30am – 8:30am | E33 | Cornish | |
| Design and Tech | 7:30am – 8:30am | T04 | Spargo | |
| Friday, 18 August 2023 | Hospitality | 7.30am – 8.30am | TF1 | McCarthy |
It is important that we know attendance numbers so teachers can prepare accordingly. To that end, the expectation is that students who register for the tutorial, attend. Rolls will be taken to assist us to manage the program.
*The cut-off time to register for morning tutorials is 3pm the day prior.
Ms Brooke Kent has emailed the registration sheet to students to register their attendance at the tutorials.
Ms Elizabeth Watson
Deputy Principal – Teaching & Learning
ewatson@waverley.nsw.edu.au
Waverley library is running a free HSC program over two evenings to help students to prepare for their exams.
The teachers will stay a couple of hours after the lectures to answer last-minute questions.
The Library will be open on those days until 12am.
Parking, security and food will be provided.
Waverley Library is located at 32-48 Denison Street Bondi Junction.
Bookings essential.
The Cadet Bivouac is an important event on the Cadet calendar and requires all members of the Unit to attend. This is the first chance our recruits have to put their Friday afternoons into context, and it gives our new rank the chance to put into practice their newly-honed leadership skills in the field.
Bivouac takes place from 1:35pm Friday, 25 August – 4:30pm Sunday, 27 August 2023 at St Mary’s Towers, Douglas Park, and is a published event in the College calendar.
Please review the Joining Instruction emailed to all families on 25 July 2023. To ensure the best care for your son on this camp, it is vital that we have the most up-to-date contact information and medical and special dietary requirements on the Google Form below.
Click here to view and complete the Google form
Thank you to all the families who have completed the Google Form with these details.
The Cadet Unit will be supporting local Legacy branches by selling badges and bears on Friday, 1 September to the local community. There will be cadets at Charing Cross and Bondi Junction, so please look out for them and support this worthy cause. Merchandise will also be available in the Staff Common Room. Cash only, I’m afraid, so please come prepared.
Thank you to all who nominated to be part of the CAS Milskills Team. Your Milskills captains will be in touch with you shortly regarding the training schedule in preparation for the competition at Scheyville National Park on Saturday, 14 October 2023.
Thank you also to all who nominated to be part of the AAC Live Fire Activity at Holsworthy Army Base on Saturday, 28 October. We are fortunate to be one of the few NSW 2nd Brigade Units to be included in this exciting initiative. Please keep an eye on your emails for further information.
Click here to view Senior and Junior Sport Fixtures, Training Schedules and Maps
Congratulations to all players, coaches, staff, convenors and parents/carers on another successful 2023 Winter season. Especially to our 1st XI Football in securing the Thomas Grimson Cup as CAS Premiers, the 1st XV Rugby on the Henry Plume Shield as CAS Undefeated Premiers, and also the 1sts Volleyball in winning the Division 2 premiership.
1ST XI V Trinity Premiership
1ST XV V Trinity Premiership
1ST XV V Trinity Premiership
Some of the adversity and injuries these teams have overcome is a testament to the coaches’ as well as the players’ resilience and belief when others had ‘written us off’, which makes these premierships that much more impressive.
We will recognise all of our award winners at the Presentation Nights over the next two weeks, as well as at our Winter Awards Assembly on Thursday, 24 August 2023.
Well done also to Ryan McNamara and Isaac Smith who competed last weekend at the Australian Surf Life Saving Pool Rescue championships, where both boys were successful in winning a number of gold medals.
Australian Surf Life Saving Pool Rescue Championships
We have now commenced the Track & Field season and all students are welcome to be a part of Athletics.
You can view the Season Guide by clicking the button at the top of this article, which will take you to its location on the College website. It has also been posted on the Waverley College App.
This Saturday, the full squad have training at Queens Park, 9am-11am.
Best of luck and congratulations in advance to everybody taking part in the City2Surf this Sunday. Our College team is over 130-people strong and has raised upwards of $8,000 for ‘Running for Premature Babies.’
The City2Surf is an iconic fun run and it is amazing that our College is so well represented in it. 14km is a huge challenge and I would like remind the team: no matter how you get there – don’t forget to enjoy the journey!
The Rugby Presentation Night is a great opportunity for families to gather and celebrate the 2023 rugby season.
The night will recognise the outstanding player performances from the 2023 season as well as farewelling our leaving Year 12 students.
When : Friday, 18 August 2023
Time : 6pm
Dress: Smart Casual (students are not required to wear uniform on the night)
Where : Eastern Suburbs Rugby Union Club (22a O’Sullivan Road Bellevue Hill NSW 2023)
Cost : Students $25.00 Adults $35.00 (price includes entry and meal) + .50 TryBooking Fee
*Drinks can be purchased at club prices at the bar.
Click here to book and buy tickets
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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