the edwardian gazette

ONLINE WEEKLY GAZETTE CREATING AN INTERACTIVE COLLEGE COMMUNITY OF INFORMATION AND DEVELOPMENT

THE EDWARDIAN GAZETTE

OCTOBER 2010

VOLUME 1 ISSUE 4

Message from the Headmaster

SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

From the Kindergarten

Occupational Health &

Safety

From the Headmaster

Sec Articles

Sec News

Notices

Technology of the Week

Personality of the Week

Visit from Prof R. England

IB Page

Meeting Year 11

Gazette News

Trivia

Code Breaker

Live-In Year 10

The Edwardian Gazette

Competitions

SEC Past & Present

Blast from the Past

Weekly Calendar

In this Issue

www.stedwards.edu.mt

http://www.stedwards.edu.mt/

Quote of the week

‘A wealthy individual is but a pauper, if he/she does not possess the love and respect of his family’

Maria Fenech


Dear Parents and Community Members

22 October 2010

On behalf of the College Community, I would like to congratulate Mr Chris Naudi and his team on the

success of the Annual SEPTA fair. It was, indeed, a magnificent occasion in every respect. The hard

work, coordination and organization were supported by a multitude of people who attended. I thank

those parents, teachers, students, friends and community members for contributing to such a

wonderful day. The spirit at St Edward’s College is alive and well!

Obviously, with this support, the total of funds raised will be very good. I look forward to advertising

this in next week’s Gazette.

Best wishes

Michael Chittenden

Headmaster

Message from the Headmaster


Pictures taken at the SEPTA Fair by Ms Maria Fenech

SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

Pony rides were a hit!

Bustling with fun activities…..


SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

More stalls, more rides, etc


SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

Happy smiles everywhere

Mr & Mrs G Sammut & their twins family

IB Students Mr & Mrs Cluett

HM & Parents

Mr & Mrs Grillo & Parent

Young Lady Guests

Mr Stilon, Mr & Mrs W Zahra


SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

SPORTS & OTHER ACTIVITIES THROUGHOUT THE DAY


SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

Food Glorious Food…….


SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

Yr 11s

Ms Paps & her lovely daughter Fay

Mr Stilon & son Andrew, Johan Z


SEPTA FAIR Sunday 17 October

Great Success

Thank you all!!

SEC News

SEPTA FAIR

Andrew P & Michael C on the PA System

IB Students enjoying the fair

Sliding Castle ….

Quality shopping stalls


Therefore, each week, the children will swap news about Edward and Bernie, as well as share what the

children themselves have been doing at Kindergarten. This will also help the children and teachers in both

countries to learn more about different cultures and traditions. I am sure the children and their families (as

well as the teachers!) will have lots of fun with Edward Bear.

Julie Mangion

Head of Kindergarten

WEDNESDAY 8 NOVEMBER

Winter Uniform Changeover

Edward Bear

This year the KG2 children are starting a new literacy initiative - Edward Bear. Edward Bear is a bear

belonging to each class, with his own suitcase and diary. Every week, he will have a learning focus

(such as tidying up) and the child who tries their hardest will take Edward home for the weekend.

Each child will get a turn!

The children include Edward in their family activities and Mummy or Daddy writes the diary so that

each child can tell the class what Edward Bear has done with the family. Whenever possible,

photos of Edward during his weekend adventures are added to the diary. The aims of this new and

exciting initiative are several; the main one is to increase the children’s understanding and interest

in writing as a means of communication.

SEC News



Both Junior Prize Day and Middle & Senior Prize Day Commence at 3.30pm

Photos displayed show the Edward Bear of Ms Lycia’s class proudly showing off his diary, as well as a shot of

the children holding him outside their classroom.

Edward The Bear


As part of our new Gazette, we will be introducing a new section on Occupational Health and Safety. These articles

will be written by Mr Martin Bugeja, OHS Officer, Malta Air Traffic Services. I thank Mr Bugeja for his contribution.

HM

In the Beginning

Occupational Health and Safety isn’t the brainchild of the European Union. In fact, you might

be surprised to learn that, over 4000 years ago, Hammurabi, the first king of the Babylonian

empire, in his famous “Code of Hammurabi” (probably the first set of laws in recorded

history) decreed that any negligent overseer who caused one of his workers to lose an arm,

would have his own amputated in retribution! A primitive piece of legislation, admittedly, but

the first to actually consider the wellbeing of a lowly worker!

Ancient Greece’s Hippocrates wrote about the toxicity of lead while the Romans already

knew about the benefits of donning dust masks made of animal skin way back in 200 AD.

Although in those days life was cheap and slavery a social norm, yet even then conscientious

and intelligent individuals were already starting to create an awareness of health and safety

at the workplace.

SEC News

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY – (1)


School Development Plan (SDP)– From the Headmaster

In Gazettes 1 and 2, I stated that I would keep you updated on the progress made on this very important

plan. Before doing this, I would like to remind you that the SDP has one major aim:

‘To improve standards in an environment where both teachers and students see themselves as learners’

Thus far, all sections of the College have met and have listed clearly defined objectives for the 2 year period

with matching action plans. I have emphasized the importance of defining an objective and clearly

articulating a plan to achieve this.

On Monday, all teachers will again meet to reflect on the progress of their objectives and refine them again if

necessary. Eight further meetings are planned this year to determine progress made. I emphasize the need to

have a SDP in action as opposed to one that ‘sits on the shelf gathering dust.’

When all sections/departments have refined their plans, I will publish them in the Gazette. This will give you

the opportunity to both view the objectives and give the College some feedback.

I look forward to doing this in the near future.

From the Headmaster

Science & Technology Festival at University

Visit to the Science & Technology Fair Yrs 7, 8, & 9 students

Thursday 28 12:30 – 15:20

One of the most important keys to life is developing independence. Not surprisingly, our College

has the full range of students from those who show a great deal of independence for their age to

those who rely on others for every need.

Independence is developmental and must be taught. One does not just suddenly wake up and

become independent. Given this, what are some of the actions that we, as adults, should take?

I have listed a few of my thoughts below:

Develop a set of routines that your child clearly understands. For example, in the

mornings, s/he must do the following tasks unassisted: make bed, pack school bag etc.

Also develop a set of consequences for failing to complete these tasks to your satisfaction.

If you have to continually remind him/her of the task, then your system has failed.

Give only guidance for homework. Too often, teachers are marking parents’ homework.

This is so detrimental to the learning process. If the child brings perfect homework to

School, the teacher will think s/he has mastered the concepts. Of course, come

examination time or independent work at School, the child does not achieve the same

standard (the parent’s). In a nutshell, let the child make some mistakes. These will be

picked up by the teachers.



Supporting Your Child to Become More Independent

SEC Articles

Employ fewer tutors. Students who have tutors sometimes tend NOT to listen in class

as ‘they have a tutor to fix things.’ Rather than employ a tutor, the child should

understand that s/she has a responsibility to learn in class. However, I do acknowledge

that tutors are necessary in some circumstances.

If your child brings home a Green Note, sign it and return it. Inevitably, you will be told

that it was not his fault. Trust me, if you side with him, you will be ‘bailing’ him out for

the rest of his schooling. You may be interested to know that our best, independent

learners are ones whose parents sign the form and say ‘get on with your life.’ We often

call this ‘tough love.’

From a very young age, teach your child to dress himself and get himself ready for

School.

Have your child contribute to the household chores: putting out the rubbish; doing the

dishes; vacuuming and washing the car build both independence and a sense of

achievement.

Above all, set routines, clear expectations and consequences. These are best done

collaboratively. Turn them into a set of Agreements.

Please also remember that ‘Rome was not built in a day.’ Learning to be independent takes

time and mistakes will be made. Rather than point out the mistakes, ask your child to

articulate both the error and the expected behaviour.

I hope you find these useful. Of course, one must remember that all children are different and

contexts vary.

HM




Advertising From next Issue No 5 we are introducing the possibility to advertise in ‘The Edwardian Gazette’

For more information, pricing, advertising areas, special packages, etc., kindly email me, Maria

Fenech, on [email protected] or call 79002202

Calendar 2010 //2011 Updated on 14 10 2010 Note minor changes to Christmas holidays-Lent midterm and times of Prize day

Christmas Holiday Break Last Day of term is Wednesday 22 December 1:00pm

Monday 10 January return to College Full Day - Kindergarten and Year 1 till 2.00pm

Year 2 – Year 13 till 3.20pm Half Day - Students finish at 1.00pm

REFER TO CALENDAR ON COLLEGE WEBSITE FOR FURTHER DETAILS

St Edward's Uniform for Sale

A boy from Year 3 has left for Canada and his grandmother phoned to say he has brand new

summer and winter uniforms with shoes and all to sell.

Please contact 21808665

Ms Tabone

Head of Junior School

SEC News

Notices

mailto:[email protected]


3-Dimensional TVs add new depth and dimension to create larger-than-life experiences. 3D Active Glasses

sync up with the 3D TV to produce 3D images that virtually leap off the screen. Favourite shows can even

be transformed to 3D in real time for the ultimate "reality" TV.

Technology of the Week

Cinema-quality 3D experience

By Stefan D



Professor Richard England- IB Guest Speaker

Professor Richard England, world-renowned architect and Old Edwardian kindly

accepted an invitation to give a talk to our IB Sixth Form students about one of his life's

passions - architecture.

Professor England's zest for the subject was clear as he took the Sixth Formers through

different stages in his life. He spoke about his mentors and the major inspirations

behind his fascinating creations ranging from his grand Valletta city gate project down

to his "LOVE" sculpture in St Julian's Bay which, as he jocularly pointed out, is one of

his most renowned and controversial pieces.

His talk dealt with the necessity of understanding the past and the need to respect the

history of a project's surroundings. Professor England also stressed the importance of

focusing on the 'empty' spaces surrounding buildings rather than simply concentrating

on the building in isolation.

The Sixth Formers were impressed, not just by the awe-inspiring creations that the

Professor displayed and discussed, but also by the humble, down to earth approach

that was taken to deliver the talk; a talk which was interspersed with funny, and

sometimes self-effacing, anecdotes.


The College wishes to thank Professor England for his time and for his kind donation of his various publications which will undoubtedly enrich the College library.


Professor Richard England visits College

IB Page

www.richardengland.com

Mr M Chittenden, HM, & Prof R England

Prof R England lecturing IB Students

Stage Set ‘I Pescatrici”

http://www.richardengland.com/


Parents of Current Year 11 Students

Meeting for Year 11 students and their parents

Thursday 28 October at 6.30pm

In the Hall

This meeting is of utmost important as it relates to the SEC

Applications for May/June 2011 Examination Session.

I look forward to seeing you at this important meeting.

Best regards

Michael Chittenden Headmaster

Please refer to the College regulations regarding the use of Face book. These can be found

on the front page of the College website. Parents should supervise their children’s use of

online social networks such as Facebook, Twitter and hi5 etc.

HM

Meeting Year 11

Dear Parents, OEs, Students and Community Members

The Edwardian Gazette Issue No 4 is out; I hope you enjoy it as much as the other three Issues. I am very

happy with the response and have managed to reply to all the mail I have received. The feedback on all

our initiatives is great. Please keep sending me your comments and ideas as they are much appreciated. I

am particularly proud of all the contributions I am getting from the teachers and students at College. To

mention a few: Mr L Magrin, Ms C Ellis, Mr G Sammut, Ms C Farrugia, Mr P Ferrante, Mr S Bruno, Ms D

Degiorgio, Ms J Mangion and many others. I would particularly like to thank Mr A Sultana who is

incessantly helping me and everyone else around the College. Once again, thanks to all.

In this issue, as promised, there are the details of all the Art, Poetry and Essay Competitions. I hope that

most of you will participate and enjoy while learn through this experience.

Next Issue of the Gazette will hold various articles including: a section dedicated to the ladies: ‘Women of

SEC’; winner/s of the 1st Crossword Puzzle, published in Issue 1; and the launch of ‘SEC Photo Club’, among

other items.

Maria Fenech Marketing Executive

The puzzles are open to all students, staff and members of the College

Please print and solve puzzle. Send to College together with your details or else scan the completed puzzle and email

M L Fenech

Marketing Executive

St Edward’s College Cottonera

[email protected]

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Code Breaker

A crossword without clue… Clueless??!! Work your way into resolving this puzzle by deciphering the code.

Each number represents a letter of the alphabet. Good Luck

Trivia

Code Breaker Puzzle

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The Live-In Experience has become an Edwardian Tradition and we are pleased to inform you that the

programme for Yr 10 students has been planned. This is a unique opportunity for our students to

experience a dynamic event, enabling them to embrace their interpersonal skills.

During the day there will be normal lessons till 3:20 pm. There will be appropriate time allocated for

homework and studying followed by a special timetable which is based on a number of socializing and

leadership skills activities including:

Sports

Games

Cooking

Drama

Bon- Fires

Discussions

Date: Wednesday 27 October to Friday 29 October after School (3:30pm)

Mr Gregory Sammut Head of Extra-Curricular Activities Head of CAS

Live-In for Yr 10 Students


THE EDWARDIAN GAZETTE COMPETITIONS

ART

Theme: MALTA

Categories: Senior School – Middle School – Junior School

Medium: Acrylic - full colour painting on A4, A3 or A2 canvas

Price: €1

POETRY

Theme: MALTA


Medium: 1 or 2 - A4 Printed Paper

Price: €1

ESSAY

Theme: MALTA


Medium: 1,000 – 500 – 200 words respectively to each section

Price: €1

Prizes and Winners

Several Prizes to be won! The competition will be starting from next week; applications will be available in

the next Issue and will run till the end of the scholastic year. The winners will be announced when School

starts again in January. All the winners’ competition entries will be published in the Gazette.


Blast from the Past

Pictures courtesy of the College Archives

SEC Past & Present


Blast from the Past

Staff of 1929…


Blast from the Past

Original 1st Edition of the Edwardian Gazette


Calendar Information Please follow this link for the Advent & Lent Calendar The latest version of the Calendar is on the website. Please do not refer to the College Student diary as it contains errors.

This Week at St Edward’s College

Monday 25 October

9.30 15.40 – 18:00

U/16 (Yr 11 & Yr 10 ) students Football Tournament at St Aloysius College Staff Meeting

Tuesday 26 October

9.40

Tuberculin Test for Yr 8 & Yr 9 students Mass for Yr 9 students in the Chapel

Wednesday 27 October

9.45 11.00

12.30 – 15.20

Yr 4 students outing to Birgu shelters SMT Yr 7, 8, & 9 students visit to the Science & Technology Festival at University.

Thursday 28 October

6:30

Mass for Junior School students in the Chapel Thursday 28 October 6.30pm Year 11 & Parents' Evening in the Hall

Friday 29 October

T.B. Vaccination for Yr 8 & Yr 9 students

Saturday 23 October

Sunday 24 October

WEEKLY CALENDAR

http://www.stedwards.edu.mt/filebank/documents/Calendar-Advent&Lent%202010.pdf

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