Vol. 48 No. 8 29 May 2014

Last Friday saw the College embark on their annual Walkathon. The day began with showers and with it, the threat that the Walkathon would be cancelled. However, the enthusiasm of both staff and students was not to be dampened and the decision was made to go ahead.

College events such as the Walkathon are tremendous community builders. Many schools have cancelled walkathons because of the work required in their facilitation and because of the potential for things to go awry. Mr Max Churchward is to be congratulated on his coordination and facilitation of the day. Ably supported by the entire staff of Saints, the day ran without incident. The young men of Saints again demonstrated their character with several members of the public commenting on their manners and fine behaviour. The College also extends its appreciation to the many parents who volunteered to assist on the day.

Joshua Keevers, Year 8, following his first Saints Walkathon offers his reflection on the day:

With Mr Churchward’s usual enthusiasm, the Walkathon had started! All the students were raring to go. We left the

school grounds, turned onto Severin Street and straight away I knew this was going to be a long walk! With the occasional road crossing and bridge, the students slowly made their way around the course, out to the airport and back again via the Esplanade.

Along the course there were four checkpoints where we were provided with water, cream buns and oranges. There were many teachers stationed around the track telling us which way to go.

As we returned to school, we were rewarded with a hot dog, chocolate bar and soft drink for lunch. After that we were free to go for a swim or relax in the library. We were all very exhausted and relieved that it was over, but proud to have raised money for our school’s facilities.

The task for the boys now is to bring in their sponsorship. Each student has committed to raise at least $40. The money raised will go towards assisting the funding of new IT equipment that will be installed in the new buildings as well as preparing a suitable recreational area for the Year 7, 2015 cohort.

A Really Long Walk

‘He ain’t heavy’. Ewelu Mene, Jaydon Raymond and Ethan Poi Poi during theWalkathon

Lachlan Andrejic happy to be ‘walking in the rain’

The ‘Four Amigos’

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Special achievementSCongratulations to all these boys on their Special Achievements. Well done!

Please direct your son’s special achievements to Br Joa for both in and out of school activities. Email:

brjoa@sac.qld.edu.au

Cahn Butler-ChannellYear 11

1st Place in the TCN 17 Years Cross Country

Friday 30 May Growing Good Men Weekend

Friday 6 June Champagnat Day Mass & Celebrations - 11.30am Lennon Hall

Boarders Mid-Term Exeat Weekend

Tuesday 10 June Interhouse Athletics Carnival - Barlow Park

Wednesday 25 June Classes finish Term 2 at 2.30pm

Friday 29th June Confraternity Rugby League - Gold Coast until Friday 4 July

College CAlendAr

Trading Hours Mondays and Wednesdays

8.00am to 3.30pm Closed 12.30pm - 1.20pm

SAINTS SHOP WEBSITEThe Uniform Shop is now available seven days a week online. Items purchased online are available for collection on the next Saints Shop trading day.

go to http://shop.sac.qld.edu.au/

Adam HaugYear 12

3rd Place in the TCN 17 Years Cross Country

Lliam PatersonYear 12

1st Place in the TCN Open Cross Country

Joshua AndersonYear 10

2nd Place in the TCN 15 Years Cross Country

Josiah DavidsonYear 8

1st Place in the TCN 13 Years Cross Country

Stacey Ah KeeYear 12

3rd Place in the TCN Open Cross Country

Congratulations to the following boys who represented Peninsula at the Qld U15

Schoolboys AFL Championships.Lochlan McDonald, Finn Devine-Cameron,

Jack West (Captain), Oliver Koch and Jacob Heron.

Finn and Jacob were also named in the Qld State team

Sebastian DunnYear 11

Won the Pro Men Divison at the National Cable Wakeboard

Championships. Eligible to represent Australia at the World Championships in

Norway in August

Jack Boylan-AscioneYear 12

Winner of the Rostrum Voice of Youth FNQ Final

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Research constantly affirms the central role that parents play in the development of their sons as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and schooling. As a College we certainly welcome the contribution that parents play. The strong attendance at the recent Parent/Teacher interviews highlights the partnership that the staff at Saints enters into with parents in assisting the academic progress of students. It was also pleasing to see the many parents who attend such events as “Parents in Touch”, “Growing Good Men”, the College Walkathon and the various Year level information nights. Your involvement sends a positive message to your sons that their schooling remains one of your priorities. As a parent of three children I am also aware of the many hours spent encouraging such things as homework and assessment work. Parents remain the primary educators of their children.

One area of education is in the appropriate use of mobile phones and other devices with access to the internet and the ability to capture images and videos. College policies ensure that these devices do not become a distraction in the classroom. The boys know that their phones will be confiscated if they are out during lessons and also if there is reasonable concern that students are creating or displaying images that are inappropriate. The College has chosen not to ban the use of phones during school hours, as is the case at other schools. We believe that it is best to educate the students about their appropriate use and the consequences of inappropriate use. This approach has led to very few incidents of concern, however, the College remains firm in

investigating situations of inappropriate use of such devices as an educative and formative action.

The correct wearing of the College uniform demonstrates pride in the College, self-discipline and a desire to be “on board” with College expectations and the way we do things at Saints. Lately we have been reminding boys of the importance of wearing the uniform appropriately and those boys who continually present in a shabby fashion will forgo the freedom to wear their sports uniform on Wednesday. Please have a conversation with your son about this. Some students may need to purchase proper fitting socks, shorts or shirts as they have outgrown their current uniform. Please contact your son’s Year Coordinator if you have any concerns about this.

The Walkathon was a wonderful community event and the boys are to be congratulated on their attitude and behaviour. Our next all community event is the celebration of Champagnat Day on Friday June 6th. Families are warmly welcomed to join us for the College Mass commencing at 11:30am in Lennon Hall.

Kind regards, Mr David HarrisDeputy Principal (Pastoral)

Deputy principal - pastoral care

DATE CLAIMERSAINTS AT THE CAIRNS SHOW

Wednesday 16 July - Friday 18 JulyThe College requires assistance at the Cairns Show

with the Booth and Car ParkWe need parents, students and staff who can volunteer their time for two hour slots between 9.00am and 9.00pm

on Wednesday 16 July, Thursday 17 July and Friday 18 July.SEE FLYER IN THIS NEWSLETTER

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I recently came across this in a pile of paper resources...If you are unhappy with how things are going, it might be worth having a look.

10 Habits You Must Quit to Be Happy 1. Quit procrastinating on your goals.Some people dream of success while others wake up and work hard at it. The secret is simply getting started. Starting, all by itself, is usually sufficient to build enough momentum to keep the ball rolling. So forget about the finish line and just concentrate on taking your first step. 2. Quit blaming others and making excuses.Stop blaming others for what you have or don’t have, or for what you feel or don’t feel. When you blame others for what you’re going through, you deny responsibility and perpetuate the problem. You and only you are responsible for your life choices and decisions.3. Quit trying to avoid change.However good or bad a situation is now, it will change. That’s the one thing you can count on. So embrace it, and realize that change happens for a reason. 4. Quit trying to control the uncontrollable.If you try to control everything, and then worry about the things you can’t control, you are setting yourself up for frus-tration and misery. Some forces are out of your control, but you can control how you react to things. 5. Quit talking down to yourself.Nothing will bring you down quicker than berating yourself.

Be aware of your mental self-talk. Listen to your self-talk and replace negative thoughts with positive ones.6. Quit criticizing others.The negativity you bleed out toward others will gradually cripple your own happiness. Stop worrying about the flaws you see in everyone else, and focus on yourself.7. Quit running from your problems and fears.Tackle your problems and fears swiftly, don’t run away from them. Either you own your problems and fears, or they will ultimately own you.8. Quit living in another time and place.Some people spend their entire lives trying to live in another time and place. They lament about what has been, what they could have done, or what might become. However, the past is gone, and the future doesn’t exist. The present is what you have now.9. Quit trying to be someone you’re not.One of the greatest challenges in life is being yourself. No-one will ever be you. Be yourself and “like” yourself.10. Quit being ungrateful.Instead of thinking about what you’re missing, try thinking about what you have that everyone else is missing.When you quit doing the wrong things, you make more room for the things that make you happy.

Ms Jenny JensenCounsellor

FRom the school counselloR

Counsellor available Part-timePhone: 4052 9135

Email: counsellor@sac.qld.edu.au

roSTrUM VoICe oF YoUTH UPdATe“People often list public speaking just below “death” on their list of greatest fears.

Yet only great men face their fears and often become great speakers”

Over the past five years, Saints lads have been punching above their weight in public speaking and debating, winning local and state titles on a regular basis. This year has been no exception.

In the recent FNQ Finals of the Rostrum Voice of Youth competition Eusebio Goncalves, Johnny Hangodi and Lachlan doyle competed enthusiastically in the Junior division, whilst Miles Fordham, Nathan Marino and Jack Boylan-Ascione capably represented the College in the Senior heats. The results were extremely pleasing and clearly indicate the solid time and commitment that the boys are giving to this important life skill. The contestants had to re-deliver their prepared speeches, and then had fifteen minutes to prepare a nerve-wracking three minute short-notice speech drawing on their impromptu speaking skills taught by Mr Wright and Ms Darling over the last few weeks.

Despite stiff competition, Jack Boylan-Ascione emerged victorious, following his entertaining and thoughtfully prepared speech which discussed “Charity Begins at Home”, which was followed by an impromptu speech on the non-specific topic “Eyes Wide Open”. Jack will now prepare a new speech for the State Final, which will be held in Brisbane at the end of June. He is sure to represent Cairns with distinction. We wish him the best of luck!

Ms Kate DarlingHead of English

ROSTRUM VOICE OF YOUTH

Jack Boylan-Ascione pictured with Rostrum Regional Coordinator Ms Judith Sturgess

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Mission DepartMentChampagnat Week 2014

On 2 January 2017 we celebrate the bicentenary of the founding of the Marist Brothers and the commencement of Marist schools by St Marcellin Champagnat. Marcellin lived from 1789 to 1840. He was a man for his times and his spirit lives on today, nearly 200 years later. This spirit is alive in the men and women, boys and girls who adopt Marist spirituality, a spirituality which comes from Mary the mother of Jesus. Mary’s typical response to life was as ‘the servant of the Lord’ (Luke 1:38).Marcellin was a family man. He learnt much from his pious mother and civic minded father. He enjoyed living life to the full, whether he was tending sheep as a child, studying late at night at the Seminary or guiding his Brothers to be the best instruments of God’s grace they could be.Champagnat Week 2014 reminds us of this vital French priest’s abundant life, whether it be as builder of the Hermitage or negotiator with the French government to obtain approval for his Brothers to teach. He loved to visit the families in the hamlets in the nearby French countryside. Marcellin enjoyed supporting family life and in so doing gained a better understanding of the children he and the first Brothers were teaching.Marcellin’s commitments included working in the parish of La Valla in the wake of the turmoil of the French Revolution. As always, the church was proposing people live by faith. Alternatively, the Revolution was promoting living by reason, not faith. Marcellin loved to answer such questions through his preaching and conversations. He also sought passionately to provide for the sacramental life of his parishioners.Whatever Marcellin took on, he did so with dedication and thoroughness. Those of us who follow him today cannot help but be touched by his energy for the Church and Catholic Education. He would be delighted to know that today’s Marist Colleges achieve the same high standards educationally as the first Marist Schools while, at the same time, valuing and nurturing the faith and life of the local Church community. We ask St Marcellin Champagnat to pray for us.

College SaCramental program

In recent years, St Augustine’s has made the offer of a Sacramental Program for any students, who, with their parent’s knowledge and consent, wish to complete their sacraments of initiation into the Catholic faith or who wish to enter the Catholic faith through Baptism and the other sacraments of initiation, namely Reconciliation (Confession), Confirmation or First Eucharist.Currently, our College Chaplain, Fr Laurie Timms, is visiting Religious Education classes to provide some information about the Sacramental Program for 2014. If students are interested, an expression of interest form is available from Fr Laurie. If you have any questions or need any clarification about the program, you can contact Fr Laurie on 4052 9126 or Brett Toombs on 4052 9108.

2014 papua neW guinea immerSion trip

The College is offering six students in Years 11 & 12 the opportunity to participate in an immersion experience in Papua New Guinea. The immersion will be run in the first week of the September holidays and offers the students a unique and wonderful opportunity to gain a new perspective on the world and how life is lived in communities that are far removed from the student’s everyday experience. This trip has been an integral part of the Saints Mission program since 2010 and we look forward to visiting the Wewak communities again in 2014.If parents or students would like to receive more information about this trip, please contact Brett Toombs at the College or by email at btoombs@sac.qld.edu.au.

Salvation army: red Shield appeal

Last Sunday, twenty-three St Augustine’s students were accompanied by Saints staff, including Mr Chris Chapman, Mr Duncan Angus and Br Patrick Connell to the suburb of Brinsmead to take part in the annual Red Shield Door Knock Appeal. This fundraising event contributes greatly to the work that the Salvation Amy provides to local communities and the Saints community were only too happy to play a part in collecting donations for the Salvation Army. Thank you to all students and staff for their generosity and commitment demonstrated last weekend. The Red Shield Appeal highlights the commitment that Saints has to providing a quality Community Service Program. Our students are constantly encouraged and supported to become involved in the Service Program at Saints. If any student would like to know more about what is on offer in the Term 2 Service Program, they are encouraged to see Mr Toombs.Mr Brett Toombs - Director of Mission

2012 Immersion Group

Red Shield Volunteers

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Arts DepArtmentQueensland Ballet Workshop: 15 boys from Years 8 to 12 participated in a dance workshop run by members of the EdSquad from Queensland Ballet. Boys were drilled in whole body movements, co-ordinated to a 3 beat metre with an accent on beat 2 – complex stuff!

Strings at SMC Concert: Members of the String Orchestra should have taken a letter home about the upcoming concert at St Monica’s Cathedral on Tuesday, June 10. All members need to wear the maroon performance shirt with black trousers and black shoes and arrive at the Cathedral no later than 5.15pm. The performance will be finished by 5.50pm or so.

Performances at the Eisteddfod: The String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and Big Band are all performing at the Eisteddfod this year on Tuesday, June 24 in the afternoon or the evening. All players need to practise their parts thoroughly to present the best possible performance. Any new player can purchase the maroon performance shirt from the Arts Office for $40. A letter with specific details will be issued closer to the event.

Year 8 Strings Lesson Offer: All Year 8 students are eligible to apply for free group string lessons in Term 3 on

violin, viola, cello or double bass. A number of interested boys have taken home a letter. If any one else is interested, letters can be collected from Homeroom teachers or Mr Cole.

Evening Excursion to “Downtown”: An evening excursion is being organised for Friday June 6 to attend St Monica’s College’s production of “Downtown” at the Cairns Civic Theatre. Tickets are $20 and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Please see Arts staff for an information letter.

drama newsPre-service Teacher: Drama students have welcomed Australian Catholic University student, Laura Azzopardi, into their Year 9, 10, 11 and 12 classes. Participating in a structured, supervised work placement is an integral aspect of university degrees. Miss Azzopardi is busy getting to know the students as she prepares to lead lessons over the coming weeks.

Saints Youth Theatre: Saints Youth Theatre will recommence at the start of Term 3 on a Wednesday afternoon between 3.30pm - 5.00pm. Interested actors from St Augustine's and St Monica's College are invited to attend. The Theatre group focuses on developing acting skills through the exploration of Youth Theatre. The Ensemble will showcase their performance work in mid October. If you would like further information about this practical extra curricular acting program, please contact either Narelle Hunt or Malcolm Cole in the Arts staffroom.

Luke, Andrew, Zak and Tom shine at the Rondo Theatre: Congratulations to Luke Chapman, Andrew Trewin, Zak Cao-Kelly and Thomas Staples for their flawless performances in NQADA's latest production of Comedy of Errors. It is always inspiring to see talented performers showcase their work with this talented community drama group.Mr Malcolm Cole - Director of Arts

Qld Ballet Workshop

Champagnat MassFriday 6th June

at 11.30amAll Parents and Friends of the College are

invited to celebrate the Feast of St Marcellin Champagnat.

Mass will be celebrated at 11.30am

in Lennon Hall.

All Welcome.

26 May 2014

CIRCULAR TO PARENTS/TEACHERS

SAFETY ON THE SUGAR CANE RAILWAY

We advise that our 2014 crushing season is expected to commence in the second half of June. The start date will be finalised pending the estimate for the crop. However it is expected that cane rail operations will start to commence around 12 June 2014 from the Smithfield area in the north to Babinda in the south.

Unsafe practices include children playing on cane railway property, fishing on cane railway bridges, joy-riding on cane bins or riding trail-bikes along the cane railway. As you will appreciate, all these practices are extremely dangerous and your assistance in keeping children away from the cane railway line could prevent a serious injury.

Mulgrave Central Mill will be promoting its “Cane Train Awareness 2014” program by way of Press Advertising, Highway Billboard and a Radio and TV campaign throughout the 2014 crushing which will extend from June to November.

We thank you for your co-operation in this matter.

Yours sincerely,

Peter FlandersGeneral Manager

____________________________________________________________________________________________The Mulgrave Central Mill Co. Ltd ABN 14 009 657 03247 Gordon Street Gordonvale Queensland 4865 Australia Telephone +61 7 4043 3333PO Box 21 Gordonvale Queensland 4865 Australia Facsimile +61 7 4043 3300www.mulgravemill.com.au Email mcm@mulgravemill.com.au

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In recent weeks, Mr Glen Seivers and I made a visit to Normanton and Karumba to meet with existing and prospective boarding families. It is expected that a number of new boarders will join us in 2015 from this region and the visit was a great opportunity for Mr Seivers (Head of Burke Residence) and I to take in the Gulf experience. Some of the accompanying photographs provide an insight into our journey west from Cairns and the people we met with.Last weekend, a free weekend for the full time boarders, 45 boarders and 6 staff ventured to the Platypus camp site at Lake Tinaroo for the boarders camp. As always the camp is a very relaxed and unstructured time for the boarders to get away from the boarding Residence and school campus and to enjoy the outdoors. The canoes and fishing rods provided hours of relaxation and enjoyment for the students. The weather threatened all week but in the end was fine and sunny for the two days away.At a recent boarding meeting, high on the agenda was ensuring that study and assessment be placed firmly at the top of the priority list for all boarders as we enter the second half of the term. The Seniors’ block exams are just three weeks away and all boarders have very full assessment calendars for the remainder of Term 2. The idea that in busy times we need to re-prioritise our commitments to ensure school work gets the attention it deserves was central to the theme of the meeting. As well as this; manners, respect, good judgement and accountability were important matters all boarders were reminded of in relation to the smooth running of the boarding school. In focusing on these matters, we trust that these themes are reflective of the home environment and that we in boarding, act to reinforce the caring but firm boundaries set at home.With best wishes to all of our boarding families.Mr Bernard BurgessHead of Boarding

Mrs Gillian Smerdon and Russell Smerdon (Saints old Boy 2012) at their property at Normanton.

Mr Glen Seivers with Normanton’s famous Krys the Crocodile

Maggie Bua, Courtney Gurney and Hallam Ingram, breakfast on boarders camp

Mali Martin, Cody Patullo and Russell Clark relax on camp

The whole group – Boarders camp

Sibling campers –Trey and Cody Patullo, Darcie and Makaela Hockings, Georgia and Cassie Pettigrew, Rosie and Kyle Knuckey, Maddie and Hannah Day, Nelson

and Kosta Foster, Ashley and Gladys Hughes.

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Senior Pathways & Careers

BOND UNIVERSITYScholarship

Applications are now open online

Do you have outstanding Year 12 students with strong academic achievements? Perhaps students who are active members in their community and strive to make a difference? Or maybe elite rugby players who want to nurture both their sporting and career aspirations?

The 2015 Bond University Scholarship Program is now open for applications! The program offers a large number of full fee and part fee scholarships as well as cash bursaries to Australia’s best and brightest students. Most scholarships can be used for any single or combined program (with the exception of a Bachelor of Medicine /Bachelor of Surgery).

Students wishing to apply for a scholarship must complete an online application form at www.bond.edu.au/apply. Students will be required to attach a copy of their Year 11 (semester 1 and 2) and Year 12 (semester 1) school reports, a summary of achievements, and a personal statement for each scholarship they choose to apply for. Students will also be asked to nominate their Principal, Vice Principal or someone of similar standing to complete an online reference form.

More information about the scholarships available this year can be found at www.bond.edu.au/scholarships.Alternatively, please contact the Excellence Program Coordinator on 07 5595 1067 or email: scholarships@bond.edu.au.

What is the best preparation for anyone interested in

going to university to study medicine?

For students interested in a medical career, one of the best things they can do is spend time shadowing a doctor, allowing them to get a true understanding of what a doctor’s professional life is really like. This experience also allows students to see how to deal with patients and will help them to make decisions about a possible future career in medicine. What’s more, this can also help students with their medical school interviews and would give your students the upper hand over other applicants. Obviously, it’s not as simple as approaching the local hospital to arrange this, and this is where Gap Medics can help.

We offer students aged 16 and over the opportunity to see what the world of medicine is really like in countries such as Tanzania or Thailand. Our hospital work experience is ideal for those students who are interested in medicine, nursing, dentistry or midwifery.

If you are interested in a career in medicine, please take a look at www.gapmedics.com.au.

tax File number appliCation For SeCondary SChool StudentS

Any student wishing to apply for a Tax File Number should obtain an application form from either Mr Jones in the D Block Staffroom or the College office.

Students will then need to complete the form correctly with the required details and return it to Mr Jones by Friday 13 June, 2014.

The previous two weeks have seen all Senior students visiting the Annual Careers Expo and finding out their future options. Several universities also visited the College to outline faculty areas, scholarships, accommodation and study abroad programs. UQ advised students to start their accommodation applications now and Bond University reminded students their scholarship applications are currently open and will close in July. This process can cause a lot of stress for students and their parents, especially if they are unsure of what path to take. It is important to research job and course descriptions and ensure you are making the right choices. With changes in HECS fees and increasing costs of university courses making the right choice has become even more important. If you need some guidance in finding out what options are out there please contact Mrs Hunt on 4052 9164 or email nhunt@sac.qld.edu.au for an appointment.Mrs Narelle Hunt, Senior Studies Coordinator.

QTAC Publications Distribution Dates

The QTAC Guide and Tertiary Prerequisites will arrive mid-June:• QTAC Guide 2015 – (For Year 12 students.

Also available for purchase from Queensland newsagencies and selected interstate newsagencies throughout Australia)

• Tertiary Prerequisites 2017 – (For Year 10 students. Also available on the QTAC website)

2014–2015 Key Dates• 5 August 2014 – applications open• 30 September 2014 – due date for on-time

applications; many courses with fixed closing dates close today

• 1 October 2014 – higher application processing fee applies from today

• 15 January 2015 – major offer round for most courses commencing semester 1, 2015.

Other DatesQTAC attends career and tertiary studies expos and institution open days throughout the year. Visit us with your students at these upcoming events:

• Tertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO) – Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 July.

• UMAT 2014 (Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test). Medicine, dental science and oral health undergraduate degrees at some institutions require applicants to sit UMAT. Registrations opened in early December 2013 and close 6 June 2014. The test will be held on Wednesday, 30 July 2014.

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Attention: Past families of St Francis Xavier Catholic Primary

School – Manunda

You are invited to personalise a paver!

All monies from pavers purchased will go towards the building of a dual purpose, all weather stop-drop and

go area and outdoor classroom.

For more information email:

sfxpavers@yahoo.com.au

STUDENT TRAVEL REBATES Semester 1, 2014

Visit our website to see if you qualify for financial assistance to help with the cost of transport and

apply at www.schooltransport.com.au by 31 May 2014. Late applications cannot be accepted.

Students with Disabilities

• Does your child have a verified disability that requires transport assistance to and from school?

• Has your school’s learning support teacher assessed your child’s travel capability rating as ‘semi-independent’ or more dependent?

Bus Fare Assistance

• Does your child attend a school outside the Brisbane City Council boundary?

• Does your family spend more than $25/week* on fares to and from school (* $20/week if you hold a concession card)?

• Does your child travel on a publicly available bus not owned or associated with the school?

Farewell Mass

Br Paul Hough FMS AMwill leave Cairns Catholic Education Services in June,

after four years of service including two years as Executive Director.

On 2 July this year he celebrates his Golden Jubilee as a Marist Brother.

To recognise and thank Br Paul for his service to Catholic Education and to celebrate his 50 years as a Marist Brother,

You are invited to join us in the Celebration of Mass in

St Monica’s Cathedral at 5pm on Thursday 19 June, 2014

To be followed by light refreshments on the Cathedral verandah and the Bishop’s lawn.

RSVP: Sharon Mathewson (Cairns CES) 4050 9761 or smathewson@cns.catholic.edu.au

proud parentS, raiSe your handS

We’re creating a corporate video to promote Catholic Education and we’re looking for proud parents to interview.

Production will commence in late May/early June 2014.

Previous applicants will still be considered without the need to reapply.

If you’d like to help other parents make the right decision for their child, please email dianne@suasive.com.au for more info.

To coincide with the 100th Anniversary of the Gallipoli landings, St Augustine’s College is currently seeking expressions of interest for its proposed ANZAC Centenary Tour. The tour is scheduled for 16 days in the 2015 September school holidays. To lodge your obligation-free interest, please contact Mr Larry Bellshaw at lbellshaw@sac.qld.edu.au or phone 4052 9161. Any student who will be in Years 10-12 in 2015 and is willing to enhance their appreciation of overseas cultures both ancient and modern, is welcome to register.

September holidays 2015

NOTICES

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Japanese Departmentyear 9 JapaneSe – exCurSion to CairnS tropiCal Zoo and Sun paCiFiC College

This term, the Year 9 Japanese class is learning about animals. To complement their learning, the eager class journeyed to Cairns Tropical Zoo on Thursday 22 May. This was a `zootastic’ experience, giving the students the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with some of Australia’s iconic animals. The group, accompanied by Yamaguchi Sensei and a Japanese exchange student, met an array of animals. The students’ favourite event was the reptile show, where they learnt about Inland Taipans, Olive Green Pythons, Green Pythons, and Scrub Pythons. After the show, the students were given the remarkable experience of touching these snakes. However, the Taipan was too dangerous to pet; apparently, they bite! After the class finished up at the Zoo, they travelled to Sun Pacific College. In a change of pace from the Zoo, the College provided a wonderful cultural experience serving traditional Japanese fried rice for lunch. The Year 9 students were given a task at the start of the day, to complete throughout the excursion. As teenage boys typically do, they left this worksheet to the last minute. Ever mindful of opportunities to have someone else do their work for them, the boys, rather brazenly, ventured out into the College to find some Japanese students to help; five were chosen. Having completed their task, the students, Australian and Japanese alike, mingled, and talked together about their experiences. It was a wholly educational day for the budding Year 9 students, who thoroughly enjoyed their immersion into Japanese language and culture.Luke Edwards and Jaiden Grbavac (Year 9 Japanese)

year 10 JapaneSe taiko WorkShop

On Wednesday 21st May, the Year 10 Japanese class were given the opportunity to participate in a workshop hosted by Cairns Taiko (the art of ensemble drumming). It was a great experience and an insight into Japanese culture. We began with a short lesson about the different types of drums and their uses in a performance. Then we eagerly attempted the special techniques used to play the Taiko drums. Not expecting the physical effort needed to produce the sound, we took on a bet that none of us would drop our Bachi (drum sticks). Luckily, none of us did this (although I will admit to coming close a few times), and by the end of the workshop we all appreciated the strenuous time effort and skill that goes into making and playing these beautiful drums. Tyler Langtry (Year 10 Japanese)

Above:Year 9 Japanese students visit the Sun Pacific CollegeLeft: Year 10 Japanese students participate in the Taiko Workshop

Alexander Kentish, Jaiden Grbavac and Kaleb Henderson share a Japanese lunch with students from Sun Pacific College

Year 9 Students interact with Japanese students at Sun Pacific College

Kaleb Henderson and Luke Edwards at Cairns Tropical Zoo

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PE dEPartmEntThe Year 12 Recreation students are currently studying a ‘Sports Management & Organisation’ unit which will culminate in the organisation and running of an Inter-House Futsal tournament for Year 12 in Week 6. Details and results from the tournament will be published in the next edition of Saints News. FORE... that has been the word on most of the Year 11 Recreation students lips as many of them have tried to come to terms with the ‘tricky’ game of Golf. Under the watchful eye of Anton Booy (local Pro and Old Boy), the students are hoping to develop the skills and knowledge required to unleash the Tiger within each of them.According to golfer Jack Nicklaus, his own sport is 70% mental and 30% physical. Given the aforementioned importance of psychology to achieving sporting excellence, the Year 11 PE classes have been studying Sports Psychology, and in particular, techniques the students can use to enhance their own volleyball performance. So please don’t be worried if you walk into your son’s bedroom and he is lying on his bed with his eyes closed and he then proceeds to tell you that he is doing his homework, he might well be practicing his imagery or centring techniques. Looking to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Peter Yagmoor (Collingwood) & Sam Michael (Brisbane), the Year 10 PE students have thrown themselves into the AFL Sports Education program run by CAFL with several students staking their claim to be the next Gary Ablett. Mr John Brimstone, Head of HPE

FUTSAl CHAMPSIt was another successful year for St Augustine’s College at the 2014 FNQ School Futsal Titles. The students from St Augustine’s College were able to win four out of a possible five titles. The FNQ School Titles were held on 20-22 May at the Redlynch Stadium. Saints students competed in all five divisions winning four and achieving a third in the other. There were a number of schools who took part in the event but it was the Saints boys that played some impressive Futsal in all age groups.

The senior boys commenced proceedings by capturing the title and going through the competition undefeated. The U16s replicated the seniors and although were under the pump in the finals, managed to secure the title. The U14s and U15s both had a very easy group stage but their challenges came in the final series. The U14s were able to scrape through with a 1-0 victory in the final against a very strong Redlynch team. The U15s were unfortunately knocked out in the semi-finals. After never being challenged in the group stage, the boys struggled to compete against an outstanding Mareeba side. Things did not start out as positively for the U13s, only managing a draw in their first game, however they were able to develop throughout the day and ended up winning the title quite convincingly, over running their opponent 4-1 in the final. All the boys excelled with their performance and must be commended on their sportsmanship throughout the tournament. A big thanks to the parents who were able to attend the Championships, the boys for their efforts and all involved in running a successful day.Coaches – Terry McDonough, Simon Martino & Victor Neckebroeck

SaintS Sport

U13 Futsal Team

Left: SeniorsFutsal Team with Coach Mr Terry

McDonough

Right U16 Futsal Team with Coaches

Mr Terry McDonough

and Mr Simon Martino

Year 11 Recreation students try their hand at Golf.

SAInTS ConTInUe CroSS CoUnTrY doMInAnCeOn Monday 19 May, the St Augustine’s Cross Country team partnered with the St Monica’s girls team to compete in the Trinity Coast North (TCN) Cross Country Championships which was held at the Aeroglen Touch Football fields. The demanding course which included a creek crossing, provided the competitors with a varied course which was made more difficult due to the recent rain in the area. With a solid month of training under the boys belts, confidence in the group was high and the boys knew with a team effort, Saints could get the job done.

With only the top ten competitors in each age group gaining points, the focus of the day was about consistency in each age group. The more runners who finished in the top ten would mean more points for the team. Therefore, the challenge of finishing in the top ten was put to each individual runner. The boys responded and dominated from the outset. Of the 34 Saints runners who competed, 25 finished in the top ten which was a fantastic team performance. This effort allowed the boys to better last year’s team score by 50 points. And with another great performance from St Monica’s, the combined Saints team was never headed and ran away with a record 170 point over St Andrew’s.

Although it was a great team effort, exceptional individual performances must be acknowledged:

Lliam Paterson 1st OpensCahn Butler-Channell 1st 17 yearsJosiah Davidson 1st 13 yearsJoshua Anderson 2nd 15 yearsAdam Haug 3rd 17 years Stacey Ah Kee 3rd Opens

Congratulations to all members of the team for an excellent effort, especially all of the boys who supported and contributed to the team in some capacity throughout the day. Special mention and thanks must also go to Mr John Brimstone, Mrs Susie Lewis, Mr Bernard Burgess and Br Pat who all coached the boys in the lead up to the carnival. Overall, it was a fantastic achievement for a determined group of athletes and coaches. Well done to all those who were involved!

Yours in Sport,Mr Matt Walsh

SaintS Sport

u14 rugby team beginS SeaSon With a good WinThe College U14 Rugby Union team began its short season with a good win against St Andrew’s College last Friday. The team is a combination of some experienced players with a large number of students for whom this was their first game. Given this mix, the ability of the team to work together in their first game as a team was a standout part of the game.

Our experienced group ably lead by the team captain, Thomas Dobb, included Keelin Williams, James Trinder and Nathan Robb in the forwards and James Doolan, Zach Morales and Russell Clark in the backs. All the new players more than filled their positions but special mention should be made of Maliek Poi Poi and Felix McCulloch in the front row, Charlie Burns at flanker and Mali Martin and Lochlan Fitzroy on the wings.

The final score was a very comfortable 96-0 with nine members of the team contributing to the total. Our next game is against Good Counsel College who should prove to be a tough opposition.

Mr John Doolan U14 Rugby Union Coach

Russell Clark on his way to set up one of the team’s early tries.

Lachlan McKinstry, Kate Hardy and Steven Ryan accept the TCN trophy

SAINTS AT THE CAIRNS SHOW

We need your help!

The College seeks your assistance at the Cairns Show with the Booth and Car Park

PROMOTIONAL BOOTH – FRED MOULE PAVILION St Augustine’s will have a promotional booth in the Fred Moule Pavilion. Assistance is required on the booth which involves chatting with passing show patrons about the College, and handing out promotional material. CAR PARK St Augustine’s coordinates the Car Park at the end of “Little Barlow” Park. Funds raised this year will be directed towards technology for our new building and the Year 7 courtyard.

We need parents, students and staff who can volunteer their time for two hour slots between 9.00am and 9.00pm on

Wednesday 16 July, Thursday 17 July, and Friday 18 July.

........................................................................................................................................... Name(s): ........................................................................................................................................ Telephone: ........... ............................................ Email: ................................................................. Available Day(s): Wednesday Thursday Friday Preferred Task: Booth Available Times: (nominate in two hour slots from 9am to 9pm) ............................................ Preferred Task: Car Park Available Times: (nominate in two hour slots from 8.30am to 7.30pm) ..................................

PLEASE RETURN THIS SLIP TO THE COLLEGE OFFICE Email: reception@sac.qld.edu.au Fax 4031 5465

Thank you for your assistance