From the Principal VOLUME NO. 6 – MARCH 6 2017

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SERIOUS ISSUE OF SAFETY & COOPERATIONParents are NOT to drive into the car park under any circumstanc-es (including rain). If you have an injured child please make arrangements with the College through the General Office.

Dear parents, students, staff and friends of Rosebank,

On driving into the College on Saturday morning (in between the heavy rain showers) I was welcomed by excited and energetic students dressed in a range of wonderful costumes ready to perform on stage and busy focused staff working hard to ensure the auditorium and performers are ready.

No, this was not a dream, but a reality that provided me inspiration, confidence, amazement and great joy. It is such a delight to see the creativity, enthusiasm, commitment and discipline of students and staff required to produce a musical. In our case the 2017 performance will be ‘Thoroughly Modern Millie’.

I was reminded of the central role of the creative and performing arts in the balanced education offered by a Good Samaritan Benedictine School. I had also just completed reading the draft script for the 150 year history of the College to be printed and launched on Open Day, in May 2017.

Throughout this long journey in ministry to the families of the Inner West, the provision of performing and creative arts was central to each of the seven eras of Rosebank. While we have recently made substantive adjustments, I am extremely grateful to Mr. John Hawley (Principal 1981 to 2001) who conceived and built ‘A Block’ (now Ottilien Hall) which houses Benedict Auditorium - the site of many memorable musicals.

Why is the development of these skills and knowledge so central to our work as Good Samaritan Benedictine Educators. What we have seen over the past 1600 years worldwide and in Australia for 150 years is an understanding of what constitutes the human condition and what assists it to find meaning, belonging, healing and self-expression. There is no doubt in my mind that the languages of music, drama, dance and visual art are the first languages of the spirit. While we may not believe we can create or perform, in all of us lie these primary languages. This can be simply illustrated by watching a gathering of people start to move in harmony to a well-selected tune.

I think this instinctive primal need for and expression of these languages is captured in the core Benedictine values at the heart of Rosebank. It is worth further reflection to discern the following hallmarks of Benedictine education as identified by Fr. Gregory Mohrman, O.S.B:Love of God and Neighbour- “in all things may God be glorified”. Every aspect of life in a Benedictine school stems from and aims towards the love of God through our neighbour.Prayer and Worship - a conversation with our creator God thus lifting up our minds and hearts (Sursum Corda) in attitudes of praise,

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thanksgiving, contrition and petition.Listening – attending with the ‘ear of our heart’ and thus locating our work within the wider context of wisdom respecting the essential voice of the other.Discipline - a virtue that values delaying gratification, putting the needs of others first and needed for cultivation of ‘excellence’.Development of Spirit– tools of mindfulness that inspire and invigorate the spirit are as important as that for the mind, body and heart.Community – where charity is lived out on a daily basis and where our creator God is encountered in the other.Hospitality – the ever present echo of the Good Samaritan story: “who is my neighbour?”(Luke 10.29). A call to attention, concern, warmth of welcome and sensitivity to needs.Stewardship – tilling, arranging and keeping God’s creation for the good of all and striving to meet the highest standards of sustainability.Humility- “hiding these things from the learned and the clever and revealing them to mere children”(Matthew 11.25).Lived through a life-long habit of self-reflection, authenticity and honesty.Obedience- aligning our will to that for which we have been created – to be our best selves. A commitment to openness and response.Work - “so arrange everything that the strong have something to yearn for and the weak nothing to run from”(RB 64). Thus a particular attentiveness to each community member.Conversatio – taking on a personal posture towards flexibility, growth and change, in response to the inner calling towards wholeness and wellbeing.

And so this week Rosebank celebrates 150 years of its Good Samaritan Benedictine commitment to a holistic education in which lies the performing and creative arts at its centre. Through this aspect of the curriculum, students learn to become artistically literate in art, music, drama and dance for life-long involvement. In addition, the study of CAPA enables students to develop the broader abilities of creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, perseverance, and accountability. The Arts are essential for each student because they are vital to understanding cultures, conveying ideas, and discovering who we are. By producing expressive works in the Arts, students experience inspiration and the joy of creativity, demonstrate excellence, and infuse our lives with meaning. The CAPA experiences are the basis for developing the creative and intellectual resources so crucial to innovation in today’s economy.

We wish the staff, performers and crew of this year’s musical our very best. May they delight in their work, entertain and educate us through their effort and rightly enjoy the fruits of their labour as we congratulate them and affirm them in their commitment and creativity. Please ensure you do not miss out by obtaining your tickets now. SCC Swimming

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Dates for the Diary

9 - 11 March Thoroughly Modern Millie - College Musical

Tuesday 14 March Year 9 LPMs

Friday 17 March P & F Year 7 Welcome Night

Wednesday 22 March Year 8 LPMs

Monday 27 March Year 7 LPMs

Friday 7 April Easter Liturgy Last day of Term

From The Assistant Principal

P&F Year 7 Parent Welcome

A reminder to our Year 7 parents that the Year 7 Parent Welcome Drinks are being held on Friday 17 March from 6.00pm at West Sports Bowling Club. Notes have been sent home with students. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Rosebank College P&F Association

The beginning of each year sees all students in a period of transition to the next year level. This can be a great opportunity for self-reflection, a time to look back at the previous year and congratulate themselves on the things that went well, and take note of what it was that led to their successes. It is also perhaps a time to reflect on anything that hampered progress or was a barrier to achieving a goal. The beginning of a new year is a time when students have new classes, new teachers and a fresh clean slate. If there are things that they would like to do differently we are glad to support them to achieve their personal best.

The up-coming Learning Progress Meetings (LPMs) is the perfect time for students to lead a conversation regarding how they have settled into their schooling and studies. These take place for Year’s 7, 8 and 9 over the next three weeks and all families would have received a letter with their unique booking code in preparation for the evening. These evenings are compulsory and each student’s interim report will be available for collection prior to the interviews.

Our School Values & ExpectationsIt is, therefore timely to reflect briefly on what we value at Rosebank College and the types of behaviours and attitudes that we want to see embedded in the fabric of our school.

• Achievement – doing the very best we can, with effort and courage to get the results that we want.

• Diversity – recognising and accepting that our community is made up of unique and different individuals.

• Inclusivity – making sure that everyone is included and has opportunity regardless of their race, religion, gender or ability.

• Well-being – it is important to be happy, healthy and prosperous.

• Collaboration – being able to work together to create and achieve things that are often better than anything we can do by ourselves.As such we should be able to see these values at work in our school on a daily basis. To this end, we expect the following of our students:

• arriving at school ready to start Home Room at 8.35am

• attending every day

• wearing full school uniform

• interacting positively with teachers and peers

• questioning, being curious and creative in lessons

• following safety instructions

• completing homework tasks and meeting deadlines

• most importantly adhering to school rules

We trust that you will encourage your child to embrace our values and adhere to school behaviour expectations. Mr Paul Hardwick Assistant Principal

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From The Assistant Dean Of Mission

Ms Middeldorp shares her Ash Wednesday service reflection with the community.

Lent is a gift that the Church celebrates every year. It is a gift of time, a gift of contemplation, and a gift of quiet so that we may listen to God’s Word. It encourages us to turn away from the noise and overindulgence so that we may understand the hunger that can be filled—with the grace of God—only by prayer, fasting, and giving to the poor.

To be honest with you all, I always used to dread Lent. Growing up my parents strongly encouraged/forced us to give up TV during Lent. I remember my mother moving the TV into my parent’s bedroom and me sneaking in there while she was cooking dinner to watch ‘Rugrats’. Unfortunately, my mother was and still is a smart woman so despite our ways around the no TV rule she always found out. Reflecting on this, I realise it was important I felt that sense of going without. I did feel there was large gap in my entertainment but that is nothing compared to the struggles and suffering that Jesus went through in the desert and later with his passion and death.

As I got older, luckily for me she softened her approach. Lent was still a time for fasting but I also took it as an opportunity to take things on. I grew more in my prayer life, devoting myself to more personal prayer, talking one on one with God, in the mornings, throughout the day and before I went to sleep. Prayer is something that is powerful; it is something that although not always perceived as being answered, it is. Sometimes silence is the answer. Do not be afraid to be still and be silent. We live in a world where we always need noise and entertainment, silence opens our hearts to hear and receive God.

Almsgiving, which is giving of your time, money or talents, can take on many forms. In a way for many of us here, it is giving $5 to project compassion and thinking good I ticked that box. I tell you almsgiving goes so much further, it can be the giving of your time to a parent needing help at home, an elderly neighbour needing her lawn mowed or her windows cleaned or helping a teacher cleanup a messy classroom. Almsgiving can take on many forms and it is what helps us to be good Christians.

I now want to share with you some practical ideas for how to spend lent:

• Write a text message/or short email once a week. Make a list of people who have influenced your life in one way or another. Each week of Lent, write a person on the list a note of thanks for how they influenced your life and pray for that person.

• • Spend time listening more to the everyday

world around you- give up wearing earphones in the morning or afternoon. Spend the time in silence or talking to others around you

• • Stop binge watching! Especially netflix and

definitely stop streaming on putlocker! Limit yourself to realistic amounts of your favourite shows. Spend the rest of the time with your family or friends.

• • Give of your time and money to those

in need. Give to Project Compassion and fundraising for immersions, it’s one thing to give a few spare dollars but it is another thing to give and make that giving effect you, like making you have to go without the chocolate frappe from Black Poison.

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• Spend 15 minutes each day in prayer; this can be broken up into three sessions of 5 minutes each session. Once the chapel is back open, in the morning and during breaks spend a few minutes visiting in prayer. Pray when you wake up, travelling on the bus, when things get hard and when you are happy. Pray before bed. God is always there, never be afraid to tell God what your heart desires. Just like the Gospel today states - God sees all in secret.

• • I pray we will have a fantastic lent, take it as

an opportunity to reflect on how you can be a better person and help the community around

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Dear Families,Please be reminded that if you wish to withdraw your child from the College, notification in writing, advising the student’s withdrawal must be given to the Principal. A full term or 10 weeks notice (whichever is the shortest) is required, otherwise a full term’s fees will be charged. This applies to students leaving mid-term.

Religious/Holy ArtefactsDear Families,As part of our 150th celebrations, an exhibition is being set up on Open Day. To assist us to "set back in time", we are seeking old holy pictures and/or statues that we can use to set the scene.If you can assist, please contact the College on 9713 3100.

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Rosebank College wins 2017 SCC Swimming Carnival

On Monday February 27, Rosebank College sent 17 of its most talented swimmers to the Sydney Catholic Colleges Swimming Carnival (SCC) at Homebush Aquatic Centre.

As anticipated, the competition on the night was strong.We came up against many swimmers who compete regularly at both state and national level. Despite the strong competition, the Rosebank girls were outstanding in the pool. With the competition for first place fierce, we trailed Mount St Joseph Milperra by six points going into the relays, the final events of the night. However our relay teams banded together with our Junior team winning both their relay events, our Intermediate team winning the 4x50 metre freestyle and our senior team finishing second in both races. As a result of these strong performances, for the first time in the history of the College, Rosebank College finished first place for best performing school in the competition. This was particularly special for our Year 12 students, Francesca Fitzhenry, Rebecca Smith and Madeleine Welsh, who after six years of attending the event, finally picked up a win in their final attempt.

The whole squad was fantastic and congratulations must go to all our students. A special congratulations go to the following students who as a result of their strong performances have qualified for the NSWCCC Carnival next month in the following events:

• Francesca Fitzhenry (50m Freestyle, 100m Free-style, 50m Breastroke, 50m Butterfly, 50m Back-stroke)

• Leilani Baukes (50m Freestyle, 4x50m Junior Medley Relay, 4x50m Junior Freestyle Relay)

• Georgia Carrolo (50m Freestyle, 4x50m Junior Medley Relay, 4x50m Junior Freestyle Relay)

• Christina Fitzhenry (4x50m Junior Medley Relay, 4x50m Junior Freestyle Relay)

• Tamara Lenthall (4x50m Junior Medley Relay, 4x50m Junior Freestyle Relay)

• Eleni Efthiniou (4x50m Inter Freestyle Relay)

• Laura Sorrentine (4x50m Inter Freestyle Relay)

• Bridget Kelly (4x50m Inter Freestyle Relay)

• Corinne Maggs (4x50m Inter Freestyle Relay)

Congratulations to all girls involved on the night. You will forever be the first group of Rosebank Girls to win the SCC Carnival. The entire College is proud of your achievements.

Lastly thank you to all the Rosebank staff who attended and cheered on the girls, thank you for being part of an historical night for Rosebank.Mr Anthony GrayTeam Manager

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Sports ReportCompetition Team Played against Result and

scorePlayer of the match

CBSA Junior Cricket Washed outCBSA Intermediate Cricket Washed outCBSA Senior Cricket Washed outCBSA Junior Basketball Holy Spirit College Drew 21-21 Leon BaileyCBSA Intermediate Basketball Holy Spirit College Won 43-20 Jack MajewskiCBSA Senior Basketball Holy Spirit College Won 47-36 Calum McSpaddenSCC Junior Volleyball Washed outSCC Intermediate Volleyball Washed outSCC Senior Touch Washed outSCC AFL Washed outConcord Comets Baseball

U14’s St Patricks Wash out

Concord Comets Baseball

U16/2 Westboomers Wash out

Concord Comets Baseball

U16/3 Riverview Wash out

Concord Comets Baseball

Bigs Thornleigh Wash out

SCC and CBSA sport for Thursday 9th March:• SCC Touch Football vs Mary MacKillop College – Marco Reserve, Panania• SCC Junior and Intermediate Volleyball vs Holy Spirit College – Mount Saint Joseph’s College, Milperra• SCC AFL vs Holy Spirit College – Kelso North Oval, Milperra• CBSA Basketball vs St Charbel’s College – Hurstville Aquatic Centre, 2.15pm• CBSA Junior Cricket vs Penshurst Marist – Olds Park, Penshurst• CBSA Senior and Intermediate Cricket vs Penshurst Marist – Gannons Park, Peakhurst

Term 1 Training Days

• SCC Touch Football – Tuesday afternoon• SCC AFL – Wednesday afternoon• SCC Junior Volleyball – Monday afternoon• SCC Intermediate Volleyball – Tuesday afternoon• CBSA Junior, Intermediate and Senior Basketball – Wednesday afternoon• CBSA Junior and Intermediate Cricket – Tuesday afternoon

Claire Moran Assistant Co-Curricular Coodinator Kathy JohnsonAssistant Co-Curricular Coodinator

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International Women’s Day 2017: #BeBoldForChangeWednesday 8 March is International Women’s Day. The theme for 2017 is a call on all of us to help make a better, fairer world. Let’s help close the gender gap! For further information please visit the IWD website on:https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

Reading AustraliaReading Australia was created by the not-for-profit Copyright Agency with the goal of making it easier for teachers, through their passion and skills, to spread a love for Australian texts.(Taken from Reading Australia’s website). Here is Reading Australia’s list of books to read on International Women’s Day:

1. My Brilliant Career / Miles Franklin

2. Don’t take your love to town / Ruby Lang-ford Ginibi

3. The man who loved children / Christina Stead

4. Faith singer / Rosie Scott

5. Bush studies : short story collection / Bar-bara Baynton

6. Sydney journals : reflections 1970-2000

7. Lilian’s story / Kate Grenville

Pop into the SRSC this week and check out our IWD reading selection.

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Until next week – Happy International Women’s Day!Ms Tracey Djurichkovic – SRSC Manager

Reshelved: Scholastica Research and Study Centre News

9Please visit our Sesquicentenary website for more information http://150.rosebank.nsw.edu.au/

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HOMEWORK SUPPORTHomework Support is available every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 3:20pm to 4:30pm in the back section of the SRSC. This is a drop-in service for ANY student who would like assistance with homework and/or assessment tasks. Students who attend receive a stamp in their diary so that parents and coordinators can acknowledge their committment to achieving their best.Jacquelene Mastroianni and Anastasia BatagianniLearning Support Teachers

(M@L) Rosebank College Maths

Teachers are available to help you during lunch every week

for the entire year. Maths @ Lunch is being held

in J202 on Monday and Wednesday of every week during Lunch - no booking

required, just come in when-ever you need some extra

support.

The Uniform Shop Opening HoursTuesdays: 8.00am - 11.45am

Wednesdays: 12.30pm - 4.15pm

Thursdays: 8.00am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm - 4.45pm

Do you have a second hand uniform which is clean (unstained), presentable and would be appreciated by another student? If so please drop it off at the Uniform shop during opening hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Rosebank Cricket Hat Now Available for $14

Online bookings are now open for winter uniform fittings. It is compulsory to wear the winter uniform in term 2 and 3.

www.schoolinterviews.com.au. CODE: kgtjc.

Please book before 13th March.

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Millie Dillmount and Jimmy Smith

The musical opens this week! Performance dates: 9th,10th and 11th March and the talented musical cast is hard at work. Last week Alexia and I sat down with two of the main stars; Millie Dillmount, (Joanna Murphy) and Jimmy Smith (Samuel Garcia) both of whom are in Year 12 and here’s what they had to say...

What singing, music, acting and/or dancing experience have you had?Joanna: Currently I have been playing the Tenor saxophone for seven years and singing for five but I have had previous experience with the piano and oboe. I was a cast member in both of Rosebanks previous musicals with a minor role in “Bye Bye Birdie” and principal in “Little Shop of Horrors”. I have also been a past member of the drama ensemble, a current member of the choir and I had a go at musical theatre dance. Samuel: I haven't had any previous singing experience, but I've done Drama at school for three years now, and have acted in various different plays. I've also done dancing for 10 years (though Jimmy doesn't really dance much).

What attracted you to your character?Joanna: I love Millie’s pure determination and drive to take what she wants in the world. She has so much courage and compassion and I admire her positive attitude when everything seems to be going wrong. Samuel:Jimmy's a pretty laid-back dude, so I guess in that respect I find him quite similar to myself. Plus he's rich. I wish I was rich.

Millie’s dream is to find herself a man in New York and a job. What are your dreams for the future? Joanna: In my near future I am hoping to attend the University of Sydney and complete a Bachelor of Global and International studies. My ultimate dream would be to pursue the creative arts and perform for a living but currently I would just love to travel as much as possible.

In the musical your character is quite secretive. Are there any interesting talents that you would like to share about yourself? Samuel: Uh... I can do some pretty awesome break-dancing moves, if I do say so myself. I'm pretty good at parkour or freerunning, plus I'm probably the best freestyle rapper I know.

What is the most challenging part of your character?Joanna:It’s hard trying to capture all the layers of Millie. She is such a unique young woman but she can come across as a bit annoying, trying to portray her true spirit is a slight challenge.

Samuel: Jimmy's a pretty big player. He's constantly running around looking for women he can latch onto. Pretty different to my everyday life, so that was one of the things I had to imagine for myself when playing Jimmy.

What is your favourite scene in the whole musical and why?Joanna: I love ‘Forget About the Boy”! It’s such a strong independent female anthem where all the girls of the show band together and claim what they want, plus it’s a very catchy song.Samuel: My favourite scene in the whole musical's gotta be either the speakeasy or the balcony, just after Muzzy's party. The speakeasy because that's when Millie and Jimmy first click, and we see a different side of Jimmy's character, and the balcony because it's the first time Jimmy and Millie clash in a way that isn't just childish banter; it demonstrates to me how complex their relationship actually is.

Describe the musical in three words?Joanna: Diverse, glorious, glamorousSamuel: "Big love triangles".

What would you like to say to all those people who are yet to book tickets?Joanna: I have no idea what you have been doing for the last few weeks but you still have time to grab front row seats! Please don’t miss out on all our hard work.Samuel: I remember sitting down in the school hall as a Year 8 and watching my first school musical. I was blown away, and it's probably what inspired me to audition in the first place. Book now and who knows where it might take you!

What would you say to those thinking of joining the next Rosebank musical?Joanna: Just go for it! Some of my happiest memories have been performing in Rosebank musicals and they have so much to offer you, new friends, skills, confidence, romance and overall a load of fun!Samuel:Just go for it. It's a huge commitment, but not one that isn't enjoyable in every respect. Plus, it's a good way to get yourself known to the Rosebank community and meet a bunch of people.

Musical News

Tickets sold out for Saturday night. Book now so you don’t miss the Musical event of Rosebank’s Sesquicentenary.www.trybooking.com/OBAR

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CareersHSC in The Holidays: Half-yearly examination Seminars 5th March – Macquarie University 12th March – UTSThere are numerous resources available that are subject specific and also general study tips. Seminars for students and parents in years 10 to 12 also run at various times throughout the year to assist students with their study, with the next seminars being run on the above dates. http://hscintheholidays.com.au/

Notre Dame Early Offer Program will open about middle to end March. The categories students can apply for include commitment to community and/or church, commitment to and excellence in cultural pursuits, commitment to and excellence in sporting achievements or academic excellence.http://www.nd.edu.au/nav-future-students/young-achievers-early-offer-program

ACU Early Achievers’ Program. Build on your volunteering and leadership experience and explore your potential with ACU’s Early Achievers’ Program. The Early Achievers’ Program could boost your application to ACU. Applications are open Wednesday 26 April to Monday 17 July. If successful, you’ll receive an offer in August 2017 to study in 2018, and your application will be assessed on lower minimum entry scores. You’ll also benefit from opportunities to enhance your leadership and volunteering skills while at ACU. To find out more about the program visit www.acu.edu.au/early-achievers

ACU Personalised Campus Tours. If you are thinking about studying at ACU, book a personalised campus tour. If you would like to individually visit an ACU campus or speak to ACU staff about their

course offerings; personalised tours are available Monday to Friday, at 10:00am or 3:00pm Sydney Campus. Approximate duration is 30 minutes. http://www.acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/experience_uni_before_you_start/campus_tours2

Western Sydney University Webchat Icon. Western Sydney University have now added a webchat icon on their website for students who prefer this method of communication. This can be accessed by clicking on the thought bubble icon in the bottom right corner and entering your name and email. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/

Macquarie in a Day, 19th and 20th April. The day offers students a chance to choose which classes they are interested in attending, experience practical sessions and tutorials, and ask staff and students about university life.http://www.mq.edu.au/mqinaday/index.html

Professional Cadetships. Applications for the Business Cadetships Program run by Professional Cadetships Australia close on 10 May. Year 12 students apply online at for cadetship placement at UBS.Applications for the Engineering & Technology Cadetships (ETCAD) Program open on 26 April and close on the 16th June. http://www.professionalcadets.com.au/index.asp

Global leadership entry program. Applications open 8th May 2017. The program is open to students completing the HSC or SSC or the IB, who are active in the community and achieve good results in school. To register your interest for the program, complete the online form on the website. http://www.mq.edu.au/study/find-a-course/undergraduate/macquarie-entry/global-leadership-entry-

program

Western Sydney University: The Academy Scholarships. The Academy at Western Sydney Uni offers substantial financial support for high-achieving students who are committed to academic excellence and to making a contribution to their community. Scholarships include the VC Leadership Scholarship, valued at $10 000 per year, and the Dean’s Scholarship and Academic Excellence Scholarship, valued at $5 000 per year. http://www.theacademy.edu.au/scholarships

Western Sydney College: Foundation and Diploma. Foundation Studies allow guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree at the University of Western Sydney. An ATAR is not required for entry. From Foundation Studies, students can enter the first year of an undergraduate degree or complete a Diploma, which allows them entry into the second year of an undergraduate degree. https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege/courses_and_pathways/foundation_studies

UNSW Indigenous Students Enabling Programs. Enabling programs are designed for Indigenous people who have the potential, but are not yet prepared for first year undergraduate study. Enabling programs generally run for one year and are offered at UNSW’s Kensington campus in Sydney. At the end of the program, students who have demonstrated an ability to perform at a tertiary level can apply to transfer into a degree program at UNSW.http://www.nuragili.unsw.edu.au/unsw-enabling-programs

Sydney TAFE Career Guide. The Career Guide provides information on the support services offered, careers index, courses and more.

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Meningococcal Vaccination for Year 11 and 12 Students.The NSW Minister for Health has announced the start of a school-based meningococcal vaccination program targeting Year 11 and 12 students in Term 2 2017. The vaccination date scheduled for Rosebank College will occur on Thursday 4 May 2017. Nurses will set up in the Benedict Audi-torium foyer during Homeroom time and run through Periods 1 to 4.

The second dose of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine normally given to Year 7 students in Term 2 will be deferred, which will allow school immunisation teams to commence the Year 11 and 12 Meningococcal W Vaccination Program. There is no harm for Year 7 students in delaying the second dose of HPV vaccine.

Your support is greatly appreciated and will help maintain the heath and well-being of our students and the broader community. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055.

Brad Hazzard Minister for Health Minister for Medical Research

MEDIA RELEASE

MEDIA: Leonie Lamont | Minister Hazzard | 0407 591 926

Monday 6 February 2017

MENINGOCOCCAL W PROTECTION FOR NSW TEENS The NSW Government will fund a new school-based meningococcal vaccination program for all Year 11 and 12 students to combat the rise in the W strain of this potentially fatal disease, Minister for Health Brad Hazzard announced today. “This week I made clear to senior health officials that the NSW Government would do whatever possible to protect our young people against Meningococcal W and other strains,” Mr Hazzard said. “The NSW Government is now allocating $9 million for this vaccination program in its first year, which will see 180,000 vulnerable teenagers in all high schools eligible to be vaccinated.” The NSW Meningococcal W Response Program will target 17 and 18 year olds this year, as immunisation experts advise that this age group is particularly at risk because of their physical closeness with peers (e.g. kissing, coughing, sneezing). Meningococcal W has become a prominent strain nationally and in NSW, with the state’s notifications almost tripling since 2015. Over the last 10 years, the W strain has had an eight per cent mortality rate compared with a four per cent rate for other strains. The program will start in Term Two, and be expanded to cover other upper high school students in subsequent years. If any Year 11 and 12 students miss out on the vaccine at school, they will be able to get the vaccine for free from their GP later in the year. Under the program teenagers will receive a four-antigen vaccine, which provides protection against the A, C, W and Y strains. The NSW Government takes the risks posed by meningococcal disease very seriously and will continue to monitor international responses and advice and work with the Commonwealth Government on the national response. For more information go to http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/diseases/Pages/meningococcal-w.aspx or call your local Public Health Unit on 1300 066 055.

http://sydneytafe.edu.au/sites/default/files/files/2017-Career-Guide.pdf

Automotive Industry Career Resourceshttp://www.aapathways.com.au/Career-Resources/Industry-Career-Information---Quizzes/Automotive-and-Boating---Service-and-Repair/Automotive-Industry/Career-Information

SAE Institute: Web and Mobile Courses. Select Web & mobile courses are available online at SAE. For more information on these courses visit: https://sae.edu.au/courses/web-and-mobile/

Australian Theatre for Young People (ATYP) School Holiday ProgramVisit http://www.atyp.com.au/workshops-holidays

JMC Information Session. Wednesday 22nd March, 6:00pm to 7:00pm, 561 Harris Street, Ultimo, Sydney 2007Career opportunities in the growing areas of Animation, Film and TV, Music, Song writing, Game Design, Entertainment Management, Audio Engineering and Digital Design.http://www.jmcacademy.edu.au/events/information-sessions/jmc-academy-information-sessions

Bedford College Courses. Bedford College offers Diploma courses and Certificates in Management, Business and Child Care. There are also courses which fall under the Smart and Skilled program, which provides government subsidy for training. http://www.bedford.edu.au/courses

Australian Careers Business College. ACBC offers qualifications in numerous areas of study, these include but are not limited to accounting, child care, legal services, business administration, counselling and marketing. http://acbc.nsw.edu.au/

Tips for volunteering. Volunteering is a great way to give to your community, meet interesting people, and learn new skills. It can also be a great way to get some experience on your resume before you get a job. http://www.youthcentral.vic.gov.au/jobs-careers/volunteering-work-experience/volunteering

Betty Makin Youth Awards. Nominations close 17th MarchThe awards are for young people, 12-25, nominated in the following categories: culturally aware, resilient, creative, caring and community-minded. To nominate a young person, follow the link below. http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/community/community-services/young-people/betty-makin-youth-

awards

Defence Jobs Information SessionsVisit https://www.facebook.com/pg/DefenceJobsAustralia/events/?ref=page_internal to find dates and locations.

Applying to the Australian Defence Force Academy. It is advised that students wishing to study at ADFA apply in year 11 as it is a competitive selection process which may take up to 12 months to complete. To find out more about the selection process visit: http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/how-to-apply/

For further information on any of the above, please contact Mrs Angela Pavicic, phone 97133169, apavicic@rosebank.nsw.edu.au or Mrs Jenine Smith, phone 97133105, jsmith2@rosebank.nsw.edu.au

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The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated at All Hallows’ this year on Sunday 17 September. Application forms for the sacraments are now available. Please note the form must be received by the Parish office by 28 February for your child to be included in the All Hallows’Sacramental Program 2017. Please forward any enquiries to the parish office parishallhallows@gmail.com or call 9713 7960

Year 7 Camp