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Read more: bus travel survey, the conflict in Ukraine and wellbeing, 2022 May Procession information, parent event ‘It’s Time We Talked.’

Bus Travel Survey

The College has the opportunity to provide feedback to Transport For NSW, with regards to changes to the bus services that will affect travel to and from school.

To help us provide a clear picture of our needs, it is requested that you take a minute to complete the attached survey, so we can provide feedback to the operators.

>>> Click here to view and complete the survey.

The Conflict in Ukraine and the Wellbeing of Our Young People

Around the world, people are saddened and devastated by the events unfolding in Ukraine. Both adults and young people alike, are feeling the stresses of war from afar as they experience fear, frustration and helplessness.

The 24-hour news cycle has shown us upsetting images raising many questions, especially for our young people, about what is happening. This has backed on to over two years of often dire news about the COVID-19 epidemic. 

Parents and caregivers need to be guided by their son’s curiosity. There is strong evidence to suggest that having a supportive discussion about a stressful event in a developmentally-appropriate way, can actually decrease distress. It’s best to “name it, to tame it.” This will also combat any misinformation to which they have most likely already been exposed to, through social media, pictures or video clips.

Children need to know that they are being taken seriously. So it is recommended that you don’t avoid the difficult questions. Ensure you address their questions honestly and sensitively. With less life experience than adults, young people may need help navigating news about this crisis. Use this as an opportunity to model and encourage compassionate views towards fellow humans, regardless of distance or circumstance.

>>> Click here to view the 5.5-minute SchoolTV Special Report video on the Conflict in Ukraine.

May Procession

Sunday, 1 May 2022

Our annual May Procession is fast approaching, early in Term 2, and will occur on Sunday, 1 May from 12pm to 1:30pm, in the Centenary Quad, here at Waverley College. Students will need to be in the Quadrangle by 11:30am.

This wonderful celebration of our College founder, Blessed Edmund Rice, and Mary our Mother, is a compulsory event for all students. As such, full school uniform including blazer and tie should be worn.

Students will be required to get their names marked off by their Mentor upon arrival. 

Parent Event – ‘It’s Time We Talked’ – Save the Date

Tuesday, 26 April 2022, 5:30pm

‘It’s Time We Talked’ is a violence-prevention initiative that supports young people, parents, schools, government and the community sector, to understand and address the influence of pornography.

The program grew out of Maree Crabbe’s work with young people in secondary schools and community settings.

Maree noticed that pornography was increasingly playing a role in how young people learn about, think about and experience sexuality. The young people she worked with were keen to talk about pornography, but the adults in their lives often had no idea about pornography’s prevalence or influence – and those who did, often didn’t feel equipped to have the conversations.

These observations led to more questions, research, planning and writing. With significant philanthropic support, ‘It’s Time We Talked’ began in 2009.

Following a presentation to staff earlier in the day, Maree will be presenting to parents that evening. 

How To Join the Zoom Meeting for ‘It’s Time We Talked.’

>>> Click here to join the Zoom meeting.

Meeting ID: 896 5492 2955

Passcode: 864555

Mr Patrick Brennan

Deputy Principal – Student & Staff Wellbeing

E: pbrennan@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Last Friday night, Waverley College hosted the annual Basketball Presentation for the 2021/2022 season. This was an emotional night for many, as it was the Year 12 students’ last season playing in the blue and gold uniform. The night consisted of a wide variety of tasty food, drinks, awards and memorable moments.

The night was organised by the Basketball Supporters’ Club, and a special thanks goes to Nicole Abbott (President) and Stephen Abbott, who have worked tirelessly for the club for many years.

Nicole and Stephen Abbott

Another special thanks goes to the Convenor of Basketball, Mr Anthony Gibbs, for putting this night together, as well as organising the season. The night commenced with a dinner in Braidwood, followed by a variety of shooting competitions in the Gym, with the last part of the night hosting the award ceremony.

Special Thanks to Old Boy, Mr Ryan Abbott (Class of 2020)

A special thank you to Old Boy, Mr Ryan Abbott, who recorded a short welcome message that was played at the start of the awards ceremony.

Mr Abbott attended Waverley College from 2013 to 2020, and is currently in California, studying a Bachelor of Business Administration at Fresno Pacific University (FPU).

Mr Abbott has enjoyed a standout Freshman year as the starting Small Forward for the FPU Sunbirds. He helped the Sunbirds reach the Quarter Finals of the PacWest Conference Basketball Championships.

Ryan Abbott (Class of 2020)

Among the many accolades he obtained during his time at Waverley, including Captain and MVP of 1st V, Mr Abbott also represented NSW in the U18 and U20 State teams, and Australia at the 2019 FIBA U17 Oceania Championships. He will return to Australia during his summer break from college, and play for Norths Bears Men’s NBL1 team.

Congratulations

Congratulations to the following players who received the highest honours within their year groups: Marko Rangan (1st V Best and Fairest); Cooper Stynes and Solomon Tuqiri (2nd V Joint Best and Fairest); Aren Yaghoubian (10A Best and Fairest); Benjamin Pignatelli (9A Best and Fairest); Tane Barclay and Angus Peshos 8A (Joint Best and Fairest); and Dominic Dametto (7A Best and Fairest). 

Congratulations to Basketball Presentation Night Award Winners

This year has been a successful season compared to previous seasons, with a 6% increase in wins over the past five seasons. This could not have happened without the leadership and contribution of the Year 12 players over their time in the Basketball program.

Congratulations to these players who received a Service to Basketball award: Hugo Roles (Captain of 1st V), Cameron Abbott (1st V), Solomon Tuqiri (Co-Captain of 2nd V), Aodan Byrne (Co Captain of 2nd V), Dakota Fanning (2nd V), James Jones (2nd V), Hugo King (2nd V), Jake Mckell (2nd V) and Cooper Stynes (2nd V).

Congratulations to Alejandro Zanapalis and Jock Edwards for winning the two-point shooting competition, and Alejandro Zanapalis for winning the three-point shooting competition. Both received brand new basketballs as prizes.

1sts and 2nds at Basketball Presentation Night 2022

Special Acknowledgement

A special thanks goes to the coaches who were up for all the early mornings or late afternoons for games and trainings throughout the season.

Thank you to the following staff members for attending and supporting the night: Mr Stephen O’Donnell (Director of Co-curricular), Mr Stephen Wilmot (Assistant Director of Co-curricular), Mr Linden Smith-Hyde (Assistant Coach, 1st V), Mr James Spargo (Head Coach, 2nd V), Mr James Minogue (Assistant Coach, 2nd V), Mr Tom Kennedy (Coach, 9A/B), Mr Kyle Goulding (Coach, 8A/B), Mr Ed Smith (Coach, 8A/B), Ms Jenna Turnbull (Coach, 7A/B) and Mr Andrew Sexton (Coach, 5th V/6th V).

Thank you also to Ms Cathy Pham, a University of NSW student, undertaking her practicum at Waverley College, who assisted on the night.

Thank you to all the parents/carers who made the season possible, along with Presentation Night.

Full List of 2021/22 Basketball Season Award Winners

Lastly, thank you to our awesome hosts, Hugo Roles and Tom Gleeson

Student Reporters

Tom Gleeson (Captain of Basketball)

Hugo Roles (Captain of 1st V)

Mr Anthony Gibbs

Convenor of Basketball

E: agibbs@waverley.nsw.edu.au

I would like to welcome all Waverley College families to what looks to be a very promising year of Rugby.

I would particularly like to welcome all new players and families. Waverley College has a very proud history of Rugby. I encourage new families to have at look the photos and records found in the T & M Hayes (Queens Park) Pavilion at some stage this season, to give you an idea of the proud history you are stepping into. You are all very welcome!

Queens Park T&M Hayes Pavilion Interior

Welcome Mr Lachlan Drew-Morris

This year we welcome Mr Lachlan Drew-Morris to the Rugby Program. Mr Drew-Morris is a passionate Old Boy who will be our Director of Coaching in 2022. We look forward to seeing the energy and experience Mr Drew-Morris will bring.

Mr Lachlan Drew-Morris (Class of 2016)

Have You Watched the 2021 Rugby Highlights Video?

It was a disappointing end to the 2021 season, which was cut short as a result of COVID-19. In remembering some of the wonderful Rugby that was played last year, as well as getting our community excited for the year ahead, I encourage you to watch the 2021 highlights video.

Thanks to the Elder Family for putting together this fantastic clip.

>>> Click here to view the Waverley College Rugby 1st XV 2021 Undefeated video.

Waverley College Rugby Supporters’ Club (Parents and Carers) – We Need You!

The Waverley College Rugby Supporters’ Club are looking for any parents and friends in our community who are interested in joining our team.

We have been extremely fortunate to have wonderful parents and friends who have helped create such a wonderful atmosphere at Queens Park over the years. We are looking for interested parents to carry on this tradition.

Should you be interested in joining the club, particularly if you are interested in being part of the committee in a leadership role, we encourage interested parents and friends to meet some of the current committee members in the Pavilion over the coming two Saturdays on 26 March and 2 April.

Training Schedule

This week training commenced at Queens Park. A reminder of the weekly training schedule:

• Monday and Wednesdays – 13s, 14s and 15s, Queens Park, 3:30pm – 5pm
• Tuesday and Thursdays – Opens and 16s, Queens Park, 3:30pm – 5pm

All players are expected to bring along Rugby gear (jersey, shorts, socks, mouthguard and headgear).

Students are to walk to Queens Park after school, where they will get changed in allocated sections. We ask students to please walk down in a safe fashion and cross the roads at the traffic lights.

Rugby 2nd XV

Weekend Schedule – Saturday, 26 March, 2022

This weekend we are holding training sessions and some internal trials for all age groups. This will be held at Queens Park with the schedule for the morning sent out by Mr Steve O’Donnell. Coaches have been instructed to use the Saturday session as a training session, as we gradually work into contact.

Lost Property

A reminder that all players need to label all their gear and clothing. Each season we have a collection of lost property at Queens Park. If uniform/gear is labelled with the student’s name, it will usually find its way back to the owner!

Holiday Training

We are holding some holiday training sessions during the upcoming Easter Holiday break. The schedule will be communicated to parents and players in the coming weeks.

Team App

*Please note the Waverley Rugby Team App is no longer in use. All communications which were once found on the Team App will now be found on the Waverley College App. Please ensure you subscribe (tag) ‘Rugby’ as your Co-Curricular Activity.

Rugby Ists in Their New Indigenous Jerseys

2022 Sponsorship Opportunities

During each Saturday home fixture in the 2022 CAS season, Waverley College Rugby will publish a program. Over the years we have had much generous support from the community.

Any parents or families, who may have a business and are interesting in sponsoring Waverley College Rugby in 2022, are welcome to email me to place an advert in the program. E: jmccoy@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Waverley College Old Boys – Congratulations

We would like to congratulate Old Boys Ben Donaldson and Jed Holloway, who were selected in the first Wallabies Squad of 2022! We are very proud of their efforts and we look forward to seeing their progress on the playing field.

I look forward to seeing you in the coming weeks at Queens Park.

Waverley to Win!

Mr John McCoy

Convenor of Rugby

E: jmccoy@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Now open every Monday from 8:30am-9:30am, starting Monday, 28 March!

*Please wear a mask when coming into the shop as per current College policy.

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 steadily rebuilding stock levels and are so pleased to be able to offer some more items for sale. These are mostly academic uniform items with very few co-curricular uniforms yet.

Email us to check on stock or pop in Monday morning.

$30 ‘Buy Back’ Scheme

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.

Where Can Donations Be Left?

At the Senior School campus reception in the designated Secondhand Clothing Pool donation box (courtesy of our fabulous Campus Maintenance Team).

If leaving Blazers and All Weather Jackets, you may include name and phone number inside the bag, and we can contact you to arrange “buy-back” if appropriate.

What’s in Stock?

Unfortunately, we don’t have any rain jackets in stock.

We do have a range of good quality academic shirts available, and in addition, we have:

• Cricket pants (new– sizes 8 and then 14 and up)
• Other cricket gear (including pads, gloves and helmet)
• Judo kits

Contact Details

For more information on stock availability or to make an appointment, please email the Secondhand Clothing Pool: clothingpool@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Phone: (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 campus reception, and take the lift to Level 3. The Secondhand Clothing Pool is next door to the Uniform Shop (turn right when stepping out of the lift on the uniform shop side).

Kirsten and Camille

Secondhand Clothing Pool Coordinators

E: clothingpool@waverley.nsw.edu.au

P: (02) 9369 0703

Last Friday, we enjoyed our Big Brother Little Brother Gathering with Years 5 and 10. It was great to see the interaction of the students right from the start.

We had a BBQ first and then moved onto Bondi Beach for games and anti-bullying photos.

The conversations and enjoyment that followed were wonderful to see and I would especially like to thank all the Heads of House and Year 5 teachers for helping facilitate this event.

These students will have a range of opportunities throughout the remainder of the year to foster this valuable relationship. 

Ms Suzanne Walsh

Director of Identity and Student Formation

E: swalsh@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Congratulations and thank you to everyone for their incredible support of our St Patrick’s Day Flood Appeal cake stall last Thursday. A mouthwatering array of delicious green cookies, cakes and lollies were enjoyed by many at both recess and lunch.

A special thank you to Mr Moylett and Mrs Ryan for their help with the Gaelic football challenge between Years 10 and 11 at lunchtime. Sportsmanship was the winner on the day and a memorable time was had by all.

This SRC initiative was well supported by the generosity of the Prefects and it was pleasing to see the involvement of our younger members as well.

We raised a total of $800 on the day. Well done to everyone involved!

Ms Suzanne Walsh

Director of Identity & Student Formation

E: swalsh@waverley.nsw.edu.au

From next Monday, 28 March, you will be able to make bookings for the Years 7-11 Parent/ Teacher/ Student Interviews to be held on Wednesday, 27 April from 8:30am – 6:30pm.

This will occur through the TASS Parent Lounge and bookings will close on Tuesday, 26 April at 5pm. It will not be possible to open the bookings after that time, so please ensure that you access the system by this date.

The interviews will be online via Zoom. Instructions and individual Teacher Zoom codes will be sent prior to the session.

These interviews are an opportunity to meet class teachers and to assist students to set goals for the coming term.

In order to have staff available to as many families as possible, interviews will be of five (5) minutes’ duration.

To make the process as efficient as possible, and to minimise lost time, we request that you:

• Please don’t make consecutive bookings
• Please leave at least a five-minute gap between your bookings to allow time to move between Zoom meetings with the teachers
• Please don’t try to connect with teachers until your booked appointment time.

How Do I Access the Parent Lounge?

Details on how to login to the Parent Lounge were sent to all parents earlier in the term. The link to the parent lounge is below.

>>> Click here to view the Waverley College Parent Lounge.

user id = your son’s student ID

password =  if you cannot remember your password you can reset by selecting ‘forgot password’

Technical Issues? Need to Confirm Your Son’s ID?

Please contact iAssist at iassist@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Mr Chris Soden

Assistant Director of Curriculum

E: csoden@waverley.nsw.edu.au

After two years of research and planning, we are delighted to announce that Waverley College will be offering parents and carers real-time access to assessment task results and formative task feedback via the College Learning Management System – CANVAS – in the coming weeks.

This will be in lieu of Years 7 – 12 Term 1 and Term 3 progress reports. Please note that we will still be issuing full reports via the TASS parent portal at the end of Semester 1 and Semester 2.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the volunteer parents and carers from the Parents’ Association, who have dedicated their time in a trial of this new system to provide valuable feedback.

We would also like to thank the large number of parents and carers who attended the Parents’ Association meeting this term to hear about this initiative.

Major Benefits

One of the major benefits of this new system, is that parents and carers will be able to access information regarding the whole assessment process from notification to results, and feedback as it happens, rather than waiting for a static report at the end of each term. 

Launch

To facilitate a smooth launch, we will be staggering the release across year groups in the following stages:

• Students in Years 10-12, Term 1 Week 11
• Students in Years 7-9, Term 2 Week 1
• Students in Years 5-6, Term 2 Week 3

As access for parents and carers according to this timeline becomes available, we will be in touch with instructions and a training video to assist with the setup and navigation of the system.

Ms Lynsey Porter

Director of Curriculum

E: lporter@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Visual Arts Club will be offered at Waverley as a winter activity for students from Years 5-12.

It will commence Term 2, Week 2, 2022.

Visual Arts Club provides an opportunity for students to build skills in critical and creative thinking. This winter, students will be introduced to ‘Printmaking: Narratives.’

Each student will be introduced to a range of printmaking techniques and processes, and will build their knowledge and confidence in the planning, carving, and printing of artworks.

In Visual Arts Club students will:

• Develop knowledge in planographic and relief printing processes
• Understand technical printmaking processes
• Be accomplished across a range of printing mediums (lino printing, chine-collé, pochoir, collograph, monoprint).

Cost: $120.00

Materials: all materials will be supplied

Session times: select ONE from the following:

• Tuesday session: 3:30pm-5pm  >>> Click here to view and complete the booking form

         OR

• Wednesday session: 3:30-5pm >>> Click here to view and complete the booking form

Ms Stephanie Falk

Visual Arts Teacher

E: sfalk@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Our First Nation families are invited to attend the Walawaani Welcome BBQ and Information evening on Tuesday, 3 May 2022 from 6pm – 7:30 pm, in the Performing Arts Centre (PAC) at the College.

This will be an opportunity for families to meet each other, meet staff, ask any questions, and learn more about the program.

How Does My Family RSVP?

All families have been sent an invitation via email. Click on this email invitation to RSVP

OR

>>> Click on the invitation inside this link to RSVP.

Please RSVP (for catering purposes) by Friday, 29 April 2022.

Questions?

If you have any further questions please contact myself or Mr Kevin Heath.

E: kheath@waverley.nsw.edu.au 

E: mmaakrun@waverley.nsw.edu.au

We look forward to welcoming you to the College.

Ms Marie-Anne Maakrun

Assistant Director of Identity & Student Formation

E: mmaakrun@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Year 12 Hospitality students have recently undertaken their mandatory work placements.

We received glowing reports all round about our students being professionally presented, demonstrating teamwork, and following instructions. The students should be proud of themselves. 

Charlie Elmes and Freddy Hunt at Wonderful Cuisine

Wonderful Cuisine!

Jackson Thomas at Pier One

A big thank you and shout out to all the Hospitality venues who agreed to host our Waverley students including:

• Pier One Sydney Hotel (Marriott)
• Matteo Downtown Trattoria
• Glenayr on Blair Sandwiches and Salads
• Wonderful Cuisine at Woollahra Golf Club.

A J Preketes at Matteo Downtown Trattoria

Mrs Beverley McCarthy

TAS/VET Teacher

Email: bmccarthy@waverley.nsw.edu.au

Walawaani, meaning ‘safe journey’, characterises the journey of our First Nation students from Years 5 through to Year 12, throughout their time at Waverley.

Through our holistic approach, we endeavour to provide a safe and enriching educational environment that is culturally inclusive and respectful of Indigenous values, culture and history.

As part of the Walawaani program this term, our First Nation students have been viewing the film Araatika – Rise Up! 

Araatika documents the journey of NRL star Dean Widders and his quest to create an Indigenous
All-Star pre-game dance in response to the Maori Haka.

The film documents the journey of NRL star Dean Widders and his quest to create an Indigenous All-Star pre-game dance in response to the Maori Haka. The film traces the story of this journey from his childhood and upbringing, to strength and diversity of culture, reconciliation, racism in sport and keeping culture strong through dance.

Ms Marie-Anne Maakrun

Assistant Director of Identity & Student Formation

E: mmaakrun@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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