On Monday, 19 June all Year 7 students will attend a ‘Consent Labs’ workshop during Period 3 in the PAC. Consent forms an important part of the PDHPE syllabus governed by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and is taught in the Year 7 course at Waverley College.
Consent falls under the following PDHPE Outcome: PD4-3- Investigates effective strategies to promote inclusivity, equality and respectful relationships.
The syllabus focus’ for the session will be: What skills and strategies can be used to promote inclusivity, equality and respectful relationships?
Students:
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Year 7: Consent Foundations to be Explored during the Session
Assemble Location: PAC
Missed Classes: Period 3 timetabled lesson
Cost: $2.85
Enquiries to: Mr Ben Shorthouse
On Monday, 19 June all Year 9 students will attend a ‘Consent Labs’ workshop during Period 4 in the PAC. Consent forms an important part of the PDHPE syllabus governed by the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) and is taught in the Year 9 course at Waverley College.
Consent falls under the following PDHPE Outcome: PD5-3- analyses factors and strategies that enhance inclusivity, equality and respectful relationships.
The syllabus focus’ for the session will be: What factors enhance inclusivity, equality and respect in relationships?
Students:
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Year 9: Consent areas to be explored during the session
Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about the session.
Assemble Location: PAC
Missed Classes: Period 4 timetabled lesson
Cost: $2.85
Enquiries to: Mr Ben Shorthouse
During the forthcoming school holidays, the University of Wollongong and Tottenham Hotspur will offer an ‘Elite Football Camp.’
*The Program runs from Tuesday, 4 – Thursday, 6 July 2023.
This camp will be hosted at Woollahra Oval, from 10am-3pm.
The Program is open to students in Years 9, 10, 11 and 12, who are looking for an intensive football training program which covers more than just the on-field components of the game.
Robert Gold has been working closely with Waverley College in the last year to establish a strong relationship between us and the University of Wollongong.
We hope many Waverley students will take advantage of this unique and valuable opportunity.
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Email Robert Gold: robert.gold@tottenhamhotspur.com
Local author Will Kostakis spent a day at Waverley College as ‘Writer in Residence.’
Will answered student questions about what it is like to be an author, the challenges faced by local Australian authors, and outlined what it takes to publish a book (a two-year process in general, earning on average $15,000 a year)!
Will also shared writing tips for students, getting students to write a joint story starter where boys did not tell the reader, but showed readers how a character felt or how a scene felt.
Will also outlined to staff and students the power of reading and how developing this skill will help in all facets of life.
The library and Head of Literacy, Ms Mary Ryan, will continue to work together to provide opportunities for boys to develop their reading and writing skills through special events and curriculum enrichment.
Will also spent time with Mr David Parnell (Head of Learning Support), Ms Sam Jessen (College Psychologist) and Ms Elizabeth Watson (Deputy Principal – Teaching & Learning), and worked with a group of senior students through questions of identity and belonging.
Mr Bill Roberts and Ms Mary Ryan
Literacy Team
In his meeting with the Year 11 and Year 12 students, from the Waverley College Student Pride group, William Kostakis spoke about his story of coming out to his parents and grandparents, in the context of a conservative Greek family. Growing up in the closet, Will faced the challenges of restrictions placed on his expression as a young gay author, continuing into his career, in a time when conservative publishers controlled the content of material that made it to print.
Will challenged the Waverley Student Pride students to reach out and support peers, who would benefit from connecting with others on similar journeys. As leaders in the school, they have the opportunity to leave the school a place that will continue to grow as a welcoming and inclusive community, valuing growth and strength through diversity. “Courage is fake. Be strong, even when you don’t feel it, and your courage will grow.” (William Kostakis)
“I loved meeting Will, he was super nice, very easy to talk to, and great fun to chat with. I learned tons about all sorts of things, from politics, to dealing with homophobia, and even the writing industry.” (Year 11 student)
“I think it was very interesting to hear about Will’s experiences overcoming discrimination as a queer author.” (Year 12 student)
Students, including allies, wanting to join Waverley Pride should email joinpride@waverley.nsw.
“Together Always. United in Diversity.” (IDAHOBIT 2023)
Mr David Parnell
Head of Learning Support
One of the biggest negative effects on student wellbeing is mobile phone usage. Waverley College has clear policies around mobile phone usage and from Term 4, most State schools will be implementing a ban on all mobile phones during school hours. We will be reviewing our current policy before that time.
This week on School TV there is a great episode on mobile phone separation anxiety that all students, parents and carers can access:
The use of mobile phones and technology in schools has been a highly debated topic internationally, including in Australia. Almost all states and territories in Australia, have implemented full bans on mobile phones during class, recess, and lunch times, while allowing students to carry their phones during travel to and from school.
Critics argue that there is no evidence supporting the effectiveness of such bans, but this is a mischaracterisation. Studies have shown the positive impacts of mobile phone bans in schools. One study conducted in 2016, found that banning mobile phones led to an increase in student performance, with test scores improving by 6.4% of a standard deviation. Similar studies from Spain and Norway also supported these findings.
For parents/carers concerned about mobile phone separation anxiety in their children, it is important to acknowledge it as a real issue and discuss the negative effects of phone addiction, such as sleep problems and mental health issues. Gradually introducing phone-free periods at home, setting clear expectations and boundaries and modelling healthy behaviours can help your child cope.
It is also crucial to establish a support network and seek professional help if needed. Implementing mobile phone bans in schools allows for better focus on teaching and learning, minimising distractions and interruptions.
This Special Report will help address mobile phone separation anxiety and provide guidance on supporting your child’s wellbeing during this transition period. We hope you take a moment to reflect on the information offered, and as always, we welcome your feedback. If this raises any concerns for you, a loved one or the wellbeing of your child, please consider seeking medical or professional help.
Click here to view the Special Report
Are you a current Year 12 student who has performed well academically in Year 11? Can you demonstrate leadership skills, personal development, and dedication through extracurricular activities?
If you answered yes, you are eligible to apply for your dream degree through this scheme.
Click here to view more information
Contact schools@mq.edu.au or (02) 9850 6767.
Please find below some reminders about upcoming events. For all of Term 2 events, please refer to the College calendar.
Waverley College Junior School is looking to partner with Code Camp to offer a weekly coding After-School program, starting in Term 3. This is open to all students in Years 5 and 6.
Code Camp After-School allows students to hone their creative skills and keep practicing through weekly sessions over the Term! Their fun and engaging content ensures students learn new creative skills in a safe, educational environment.
At this stage, Code Camp is wanting to gauge an idea of families who would be interested in their child/children participating. If you are interested in your child/children participating in Code Camp in Term 3, please click here to learn more about the programs being offered and to complete the Expression of Interest form.
*Expressions of interest close on Friday, 9 June 2023.
Should you have any questions, please contact Code Camp directly.
Just a reminder that it is important to check articles in the ‘Principal and Leadership’ section of Nurrunga, after you’ve read the articles in the Junior School section. Information relevant to Junior School students is often contained in this section, and we strongly encourage you to read it.
We’d be delighted if you could also follow Waverley College Social Media pages to support our student, staff and community successes. Please follow @waverleycollege on Instagram and Facebook
Ms Gaby Bransby
(Acting) Director of the Junior School
We would like to invite all parents/carers to attend Year 5’s History Showcase next week on Thursday, 8 June at 2pm.
The students in Year 5 will be presenting their historical knowledge from their history unit learnt this semester. They have been involved in a history inquiry unit that explores the significance of people, groups, places and events that have led to the development of Australia.
Each student will have a booth at the showcase on which they will:
We are looking forward to seeing you there and celebrating the hard work and creativity from our Year 5 historians.
We would like to invite all parents/carers to attend Year 6’s History Showcase on Wednesday, 14 June at 1:30pm.
Year 6 has been learning about the many reasons why people have migrated to Australia over time. They have interviewed somebody they know, who has migrated to Australia. At the showcase, students will:
We are very excited to learn all about the diverse stories of migration to Australia that Year 6 has collected.
Ms Charlotte Stephens
(Acting) Assistant Director of Curriculum
The Winter Co-Curricular season is now over the halfway point, with two more rounds before the mid-year break and the remaining three rounds at the beginning of Term 3. This weekend is Round 6, on Saturday, 3 June. Just a reminder that there will be no Saturday sport next weekend due to the King’s Birthday Public Holiday.
Please ensure you refer to the Waverley College app announcements each week, as I will continue to send out the weekly Sports Fixtures for each round. All families can also locate all relevant Junior School Co-Curricular information through the College website via the link below.
Click here to view all Junior School Co-curricular information on the Waverley College website
Mr Jack Wachtel
Assistant Director of Co-curricular (Years 5-8)
*NO HOME LEARNING WEDNESDAY, 7 JUNE
We offer all students in Year 5 and Year 6 the opportunity to receive free additional support after school for the completion of home learning tasks. The afternoon sessions also provide a quiet, supervised study space for students who want to complete their assigned tasks.
Home Learning Club operates in the Learning Hub from 3pm until 4pm – Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays – during school term unless there is a scheduled Professional Development meeting and the club will be closed.
Click here to register your son
Only register his name once, to allow other students the opportunity to attend. The session is limited to 20 spots. There will be a roll call to ensure attendance.
Students are required to stay for the full session unless there is a message in the student diary requesting early leave, a parent/carer signature will be required.
As it is important to respect the rights of others to learn and work, all students are expected to settle to work in the Learning Hub and not cause a disturbance for others.
If you require any further information, feel free to email us.
If afternoon training sessions are cancelled, unfortunately, you cannot send your son to Home Learning as an alternative plan, students are registered for the afternoon sessions in advance and the capacity is always reached. Try to avoid messaging your son during this period, unless it is urgent.
ICAS is an online academic competition designed to assess students’ higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Writing and Digital Technologies. Each assessment celebrates students’ accomplishments by providing opportunities for recognition and development. Every student who participates will receive a printed certificate and an online results report. Top performers will be eligible for medals.
If you would like your son to compete in the 2023 ICAS Competitions, you will be asked to nominate which competitions you would like him to be entered in through the Parent Payment System.
At the Junior School, the following ICAS competitions are offered: Writing & Digital Technologies, Science & English and Mathematics. This year all the competitions will be held in August / September, Term 3 and will be completed online in the Learning Hub before school starts. A timetable will be shared closer to the assessment dates.
Click here to register your son
Through this system, parents/carers can pay for ICAS directly online, while tests will still be held at our school.
*Please use the school’s access code details to register your child no later than 23 July 2023.
Waverley’s School Access Code FBT592
Please consider carefully before choosing this enrichment opportunity for your son. It is a rigorous competition with many questions set beyond grade level. Participants are required to demonstrate a deeper, integrated and thorough level of learning.
If you are unsure of your son’s suitability, please consult with his teacher. More information about the assessments can be found at ICAS Assessments: Home
If you require additional support registering your son, contact the customer service team, Australian Toll-Free, 1800 931 775.
Ms Natasha Zivanovic
Literacy & Innovation Teacher
This Term, the boys have begun to learn all about energy and energy transformations. They have been looking at the Deep Learning Competency of working interdependently as a team, and participated in an exploratory learning task to create circuits.
Each group was provided with equipment and were instructed to construct a complete circuit. They needed to make the bulb light up using wires, a battery, a bulb and crocodile clips, and were then asked to share how they designed their circuits.
During the experiment, the students recorded the process in their classwork books, explaining their circuits through a labelled diagram. Some of the students challenged themselves by adding more electrical components into their circuit.
Students were asked specific challenges:
Here are some of the students’ thoughts on the experiment:
Alexander O’Brien and Rufus Nicholson
Alexander: “What I learnt about circuits was that you could put the wires into the power circuit then the light bulb platform and then put the crocodile clips around the circuit hole and it will make the light bulb light up. When I did my experiment, my team and I figured out how to turn it on and off by moving a little lever on the circuit board. We had a few goes but then we solved it and it turned out better than I ever imagined!”
Rufus: “What I learnt about circuits is that you can sometimes mess around with the wires and it will still work but if you put time and effort into it then it will work just as you want it to, maybe even better. When I tried to make the lightbulb light up I started off by placing the wires in different positions but then I improved to make it much more successful.”
In English, the boys have been studying the picture story book Voices in the Park by award-winning children’s author, Anthony Browne. They have been working extremely hard to plan and compose a story from the fifth voice perspective. When drawing their illustrations to match their text, the boys have been focusing on visual and language choices to convey mood, meaning, and character traits for their reader audience.
The visual literacy elements the boys have been learning about are:
At the completion of their books, for their Term 2 English summative assessment, the boys will provide an explanation of their illustrations and explain the intended effect that the choices in technique should have on their audience.
Here are some of the students’ thoughts!
Thomas Sheehy and Blake Collins
Thomas: “I have learnt that visual literacy is so important in drawings and photos. It can show and highlight certain things or emotions, through colouring, body language, salience, lining and positioning. It is also useful if you want to exaggerate or emphasise certain aspects in your drawing. In his books, Anthony Browne uses lots of visual literacy to link the text to the drawing. I showed this in my book by trying hard to change the weather depending on the emotion, using body positioning to show the characters movement or action, resize certain objects to emphasise the feelings of the characters and change each person’s facial expressions to show how they are feeling.”
Blake: “Visual literacy can be background images that give you clues of what the picture is trying to tell us. It is very important to use it in pictures because it can really give a clue to what the author is trying to say. It can be useful in different ways e.g. over exaggerating, salience, body language and much more. I showed visual literacy by adding extra pictures in the background e.g. weather (depending on the emotions of the characters), faces, using certain objects to represent lifestyle and wealth and changing facial expressions. Lastly, I used lines in my pathway by the use of trees and so on.”
Ms Elise Hunt
Classroom Teacher 5 Blue
On 24 May, our Years 5 and 6 students: Ellis Cario, Marcus Juhasz, Flynn Gilmore, Ben Mayne, Max Pargeter, Rhys McEvoy, Noah Nunn, River Sullivan, Jacob Pelletier, Jake Mussett, Lachlan Moore, Arlo Buchanan, Tom Brown and Luke Haddock combined to enjoy National Simultaneous Storytime being read to by our charismatic senior boys, Tom Hughes, Charlie Murphy, Conor Andrews, Bertie Cottel and Harrison Rimell.
Held annually by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA), each year a picture book, written and illustrated by an Australian author and illustrator, is read at the same time in educational spaces such as schools, pre-schools, childcare centres, as well as in bookshops, libraries and even family homes!
For NSS 2023 our students were able to join in with over 2 million participants. Wow!
NSS for 2023 had the special guests of Indigo and Bubba resident sloths from the Singapore Zoo join their zoo keeper in a special video reading; we had the author and illustrator read and draw live from Sydney Zoo, with the great audience of Koalas and local primary school students, and not to mention another reading from the zookeepers at Marwell Zoo who read to ‘Santas’ their resident sloth.
This year, Ms Tamara Bliznjakovic (Waverley College Library Technician) creatively organised this fun-filled event in The Grange Building for Waverley College, which promoted the age-old value of reading and literacy via the Australian children’s book The Speedy Sloth by Rebecca Young (author) and Heath McKenzie (illustrator).
Our senior boys were such pros! Their expressive reading and animated faces brought this book to life, illuminating the concept of perseverance and courage with colour and humour:
“It was finally time for the event of the year, Spike couldn’t believe it—The Great Race was here! The other sloths said it couldn’t be done, but Spike didn’t care, she was ready to run!”
And nothing beats books read with zesty lemon homemade muffins, fruit straps and iconic Aussie Tim Tams.
Library Team
Click here to view our certificate of participation
Today students and staff celebrated our Reconciliation Week assembly, which began with a traditional smoking ceremony led by Mr Kevin Heath (Aboriginal Liaison Officer) and our Walawaani students, followed by an Acknowledgement of Country. Kevin taught us about the meaning of a smoking ceremony and its importance in cleansing, reminding us that Indigenous culture is built on truth-telling and one of shared histories, culture and heritage which has survived for more than 65,000 years. He explained that the smoke was to cleanse our location, and encourage us to be present and slow down. His tapping clapsticks were to help us to settle.
We welcomed guest speaker Mr Dylan Booth (Co-lead NSW Uluru Statement From the Heart Youth Network and Member of National Dialogue), who shared his life story. Dylan has accomplished much in a short space of time. Living on campus at the University of NSW helped him complete his successful degree studies in Commerce, and he then confidently built a career at KPMG. As a Management Consultant in their Indigenous Consulting Business, he advised NSW and Federal Government organisations, and helped them solve some of their problems. A keen Rugby League player, he toured New Zealand in the National Indigenous Oztag team and later won a NSW State title in Boxing.
In a frank dialogue with Kevin, Dylan generously shared his learnings and revealed that he had made many mistakes, and encouraged students to approach life with an open mind, and embody humility, which he said was a big part of his cultural learning. He advised: “It’s okay to make mistakes but you must learn from your mistakes.” When asked what he was most proud of leaving behind for the next generation, he named his strong and proud Aboriginal family and setting a good example for his younger siblings. He mentioned his important recent work with the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability where he put forward structural recommendations for reform and access to critical services needed. He remains committed to being the best person he can.
He inspired us with his current work with the ‘Uluru Statement From the Heart’ and his selection as part of the Uluru Youth Dialogue, reminding us of the hard work of political activism and campaigning since 1900 by older Indigenous people.
Waverley College thanks Dylan and Kevin for their storytelling and genuine dialogue whilst unpacking this year’s theme, ‘Be a Voice for Generations.’
The OBU AGM was last Friday after the May Procession. I would like to congratulate the elected members, both the Executive and Council Members for 2023/2034:
Congratulations to the following students who were successful in attaining Mid-Year Prefect appointments.
Congratulations to Hendrix Brown from Aungier House who has been elected as the Year 7 SRC representative.
These students were presented with their badges at the College Assembly on Thursday, 1 June.
The Board of EREA Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Liam Smith as the National Executive Director of Edmund Rice Education Australia commencing in
mid-June. Dr Smith is currently the inaugural Regional Director for a new Brisbane Metropolitan South Region and has led a whole of state reform and realignment of regional
service delivery across the Department of Education (Queensland). Recently, Liam has undertaken the role of Acting Deputy Director General for People, Information and
Communications, with direct oversight of the Department of Education’s Human Resources, IT and Media/Communications teams across Queensland, and the role of Acting
Deputy Director General for First Nations Strategy and Partnerships.
Ms Gabrielle Smith, Acting Principal, cordially invites Year 12 Students and their partners to the Year 12 Formal.
Venue: Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Pyrmont
Time: Formal photos from 6pm. Seated by 6:30pm. Dinner/Dancing 6:30pm – 10pm.
Who: Student and Partner
Cost: $160 per person
Dress: Formal attire for all guests
Ticket sales open at 6pm on Friday, 2 June and close on Thursday, 15 June 2023.
Please note, students will be able to leave at lunchtime to enable them to get ready for the Formal.
We understand that as parents and caregivers, you face unique challenges in guiding your children through the journey of adolescence. That’s why we’re thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event, where we aim to provide valuable insights and practical strategies to navigate this particular aspect of your children’s lives.
Connect and Share:
This event brings together parents, educators, and community members, providing a platform to share experiences, exchange ideas, and address concerns. By coming together, we can support one another in our collective mission of fostering the wellbeing of our youth.
Wisdom from Former Students:
One of the highlights of the event will be the privilege of listening to former students as they share the advice they would give their 17-year-old selves. Gain valuable insights from those who have experienced the challenges of youth firsthand and discover the valuable guidance they received from their parents. Their stories will inspire and empower you as you navigate the intricacies of parenting.
Expert Guidance:
We are delighted to announce that Yasmin London, Director of Education & Wellbeing, ANZ at Linewize ANZ, will be joining us once again to share her expertise. Yasmin is a renowned expert in the field of safeguarding, and her insights will provide you with valuable tools and strategies to support your children’s journey.
Panel Discussion:
Join a panel of deputies and other school leaders as they engage in a thought-provoking discussion on how schools can effectively support parents and students. Gain a deeper understanding of the collaborative efforts necessary to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for our youth.
Join us at ‘After the Bell’ as we empower parents and caregivers with the insights and strategies needed to support our youth in making safe and informed decisions.
When: Thursday, 15 June 2023, 6pm
Where: Cranbrook School at 5 Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill
Book your tickets HERE
We’d be delighted if you could also follow Waverley College Social Media pages to support our student, staff and community successes. Please follow @waverleycollege on Instagram and Facebook
Click here to view the Week 6 newsletter
Please see me if you require any further assistance or information.
Ms Kath Knowles
Senior Studies & Careers Coordinator
Please find below the schedule for the Year 12 Tutorials in Term 2, Week 7. 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 |
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Monday 5 June, 2023
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Visual Arts | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | C13 | Turnbull |
| Drama | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | P12 | P Lamb | |
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Tuesday 6 June, 2023
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Mathematics Standard 2 | 7:30am – 8:30am | E42 | P Guirguis |
| Mathematics Advanced | 7:30am – 8:30am | E26 | M Mountfort | |
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Wednesday 7 June, 2023
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Studies of Religion II | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | E40s | Cooper/ Stewart |
| Design and Technology | 7:30am – 8:15am | T04 | J Spargo | |
| Geography | 3.30pm – 5.00pm | W33 | Wallington | |
| PDHPE | 3:30pm – 5:00pm | GHR | S Coleman | |
| Chemistry | 7:45am – 8:30am | K2L3 | E Pace | |
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Thursday 8 June, 2023
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Biology | 7:45am – 8.30am | K2L3 | G Brown |
| Mathematics Standard 2 | 7:30am – 8:30am | E33 | P Cornish | |
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Friday 9 June, 2023
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Hospitality | 7:30am – 8:30am | TF1 | B McCarthy |
| Mathematics Standard 2 | 7:30am – 8:30am | E23 | P Riley |
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
The increased prevalence of vaping in schools and broader society has been an ongoing concern for parents, carers, staff and students. Vapes or eCigarettes have made their way into popular culture with young people believing the marketing hype and pressure from their peers that vaping is not as dangerous as cigarette smoking.
At Waverley College, we have clear expectations with all students in regards to vapes. We also provide many opportunities within our Wellbeing and PDHPE programs for our students to have personal development experiences in many areas, so that they are able to make good decisions if they are ever in a situation where they are being pressured into trying something like vapes. These opportunities are numerous in number, which also include guest speakers who work alongside the staff at the College to reinforce our Wellbeing programs.
As a College, Waverley is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all students. In order to mitigate the prevalence of vape use amongst our students, we have installed vaping detectors in the student bathrooms. These detectors are monitored on an ongoing basis.
Students who are caught bringing vapes to school/ using these will be instantly suspended. Please be aware that the College has a zero tolerance for this behaviour. Please see below some additional information regarding vapes and their danger. I urge you to please discuss this information with your son/s.
The use of recreational vapes by Australian school students has been rising in recent years and last week, it was announced that the Australian government will ban the importation of non-prescription vaping products – including those that do not contain nicotine. Minimum quality standards for vapes will also be introduced, including restricting flavours, colours and other ingredients.
Vapes are not water. The main ingredient in vapes is propylene glycol, vegetable glycerine or glycerol. Vapes can contain the same harmful chemicals found in cleaning products, nail polish remover, weed killer and bug spray. They just don’t put it on the pack.
Vapes come in a number of flavours such as blueberry or bubble gum that make them appealing to young people. Many vapes also contain nicotine, the same highly addictive substance found in tobacco cigarettes. Vapes labelled ‘nicotine-free’ can still have high nicotine levels. People can think they are using nicotine-free vapes and can unknowingly quickly develop a nicotine addiction, particularly children.
Better regulation of the supply of vapes is part of the solution, however many students may already have developed an addiction to nicotine by using vapes and will need assistance in identifying triggers to vaping and developing strategies to quit.
Continual education on this issue for teens is critical, so we ask all parents/carers to have an open conversation with your child today about whether they have used vapes in the past, and why it is important not to, or if they are using vapes at present, that you can get support for them to quit through your GP.
Quitline counsellors are also available to answer any questions about vapes on 13 7848 (13 QUIT) from parents/carers or young people, including how to start that conversation with your child.
Click here to view Senior and Junior Sport Fixtures, Results, Training Schedules and Maps
This week, we commence our first full round of CAS activities for all teams. In regards to this, I want to remind all players, parents, carers and spectators of the importance of the CAS Codes of Conduct, around mutual respect for all involved in schoolboy sporting activities.
Click here to view the CAS Code of Conduct on the CAS website
We are at home to Cranbrook this weekend for a number of teams, as well as having fixtures at Cranbrook. This week also signifies the halfway mark of the winter season, and with only two more rounds this Term and another three rounds at the start of next Term, all students need to ensure that they are attending all training sessions and fixtures.
It was great to see many students in attendance last weekend as spectators, correctly attired in their full Waverley College co-curricular or school uniform. There are still a couple of individuals who are not meeting these expectations, and I want to reinforce that it is essential that all students at any co-curricular venue are correctly attired at all times.
Congratulations to the debaters who participated in the inter-schools model UN day at Cranbrook on Tuesday, 30 May. Students participated in a diplomatic simulation of the United Nations to debate and build resolutions to real-world issues. The following students were involved: Dante Fearn, Ben Cromer, Oliver Bracic, Ethan Ooi, James Barber, Lachlan Hoy, Ewan McDonald, Charlie Murphy, Jamie Khov, Matt Woods, Jack Preller, Hugh McDonald.
Good luck to all students involved in the Piano Competition next Tuesday at the PAC Recital Room.
Congratulations to Hugo and Brynn Spierings who participated in the annual Surf Aid competition at Bondi Beach last Friday. The organisation has raised nearly $10,000 for underprivileged communities/remote villages in Indonesia via their efforts.
Congratulations to Zac Jones who was successful at the recent CIS Hockey Trials and was selected for the under 16 CIS team. Congratulations also to Kai Jones who was recently selected in both the NSW U18 state team and the CIS Opens Hockey team.
Congratulations to the following students selected in the CAS Cross Country squad to compete at the CIS trials.
13s – 3km: Evan Rowbotham, 14s – 4km: Joshua Peters, 15s – 4km: Blake Richardson, 16s – 6km: Christian Miletic, 17s – 6km: Campbell Groves, Hugo Morgan, James Crowle, Opens – 8km: Jay Briggs.
Our Volleyball teams continue to perform at a high level with some impressive wins recorded last Saturday. Thank you to Ms Emily Pace and the coaches for their commitment to Volleyball.
Last Friday night, our 1st and 2nd XI Football teams played Trinity at Hensley Athletic Field, with both teams recording important wins against a very strong Trinity team. This Friday night the 1st and 2nd XI teams are back at Hensley playing Cranbrook.
Additionally, Waverley had a number of students competing for CAS Football at the NSWCIS tournament this week. The Opens CAS Football team won the tournament and the U16 CAS team finished second. Congratulations to all students involved.
Our Rugby teams had some very strong performances over the weekend with some impressive wins – standout performances from the 13As and the 1st XV Rugby teams.
Winter Co-curricular photos will be held next week from Monday-Thursday, starting at 3:30 pm on campus.
Click here to view the Photo Schedule
Please note the following points:
*Students do NOT have training if their photos are scheduled at the same time as the normal training session
*Full Saturday co-curricular attire required for photos (no boots)
*All students to assemble and get changed on Birrell Street Basketball Courts
*Normal training next week when not impacted by photos.
Week 7, Term 2
Week 8, Term 2
Week 9, Term 2
Good luck to all teams this weekend for the full round of CAS Fixtures.
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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