the globe...majority of my clothes were made, and it’s a little distasteful knowing who made my...
TRANSCRIPT
INNOVATIVE MICAH CENTRE OPENS DOORS FOR SENIORS!
The Globe Newsletter of Gleeson College
Issue 5 > Friday 8 May 2020
Our Class of 2020 were the first to be introduced to our new Micah
Centre on Monday this week, with students gathering in House groups at each entrance and our Leadership Team opening the doors to welcome them in! There was much excitement
as students explored each area, and hopefully a renewed energy to engage, connect and learn in this
amazing space.
Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600
CONNECTEDNESS, EDUCATION + GRATITUDE
Dear Families,
Welcome to Term 2!As we start this new term I would like to acknowledge the wonderful work of Vera Holl who retired from teaching at the end of Term 1 and Tim Knight who retired from teaching a couple of years ago but worked at Gleeson College as a support in the IT Department. I would also like to warmly welcome some new staff members in Tamira Thompson (Maths/Science), Sarah Cornelius (English/HaSS – taking Kate Pill’s teaching role as Kate is on long service leave), Elisa Shepperd in Reception and First Aid and Danielle Bailey in Student Services (now located in the new Micah Centre). We also are very happy to have Candice Mitchell back from long service leave in Term 1.
Opening of the Micah CentreOn Monday this week, we opened our new building, the Micah Centre, for Senior student use (see photos). It was indeed a proud moment after years of planning and significant hard work. The vision of our Principal, Mr Andrew Baker, the Micah Centre is the pinnacle of the student journey at Gleeson College. Year 7 students start out in the recently refurbished Faulkner Building and eventually progress to the Micah Centre to finish their education at Year 12.
Winston Churchill said “We shape our buildings and thereafter they shape us.” It is certainly our hope that our Senior students are ‘shaped’ in a particular way by learning and socialising in the Micah Centre. We hope that they share deep connections with one another and their teachers. That they become capable and independent learners and show leadership in their respect for the building and each other.
What have we learned from COVID-19?I read last week one of the many articles which have been published about the positive side of the global pandemic that we are living through and it struck a particular chord with me. In summary,
it named seven positive outcomes of COVID-19, three of which have been very important to us at Gleeson College: Connectedness, Education and Gratitude.
COVID-19 has a rejuvenated sense of community and social cohesion. Self-isolation has challenged us as social animals who desire relationships, contact and interaction with other humans. Who would have thought that our ‘Focus on Connection’ theme at Gleeson College this year would become so important and on a global scale.
Education has been re-imagined. We are globally involved in one of the largest-scale experiments in changing education at all levels. Home-schooling is becoming a new way of learning, exposing many parents to what their children know and do. This connection of parents to school through their children and their learning has always
been a desire of educators and it took this pandemic to make it happen.
Finally, COVID-19 is giving us is a new sense of appreciation and gratefulness. It has offered us a new perspective on everything we have taken for granted for so long - our freedoms, leisure, connections, work, family and friends. I am so grateful for being a part of the amazing community that Gleeson College is and I pray that we never forget to be thankful to the people who make it up.
My deepest gratitude to you, our families and to the amazing students and staff of Gleeson College.
Happy Mother’s Day to ourbeautiful mothers and caregivers.
Joe Corbo,Principal 2020
INNOVATIVE MICAH CENTRE OPENS DOORS FOR SENIORS!
ANZAC DAY 2020 > Middle School Students Learn, Acknowledge + Respect
Middle School Reading Classes have been involved in ANZAC Day
reflections in Thomas Library this week. Students engaged and listened to
the story, ‘ANZAC Biscuits’ by South Australian author, Phil Cummings.
The story depicts the experience of a soldier fighting at war while
his wife and daughter prepare and cook ANZAC biscuits to send to him from the home front. As his wife puts on her bright flowered apron, he is
fighting amongst the poppies on the battlefield, and while his daughter
smells the heat and smoke from the oven as the cookies bake, her father experiences the smell of gunfire and
bombs around him.
Students reflected on the meaning of ANZAC Day and why we acknowledge
and show our respect each year on April 25. Students were then able to
remember a family member they may know of who experienced war and
place their name on a coloured poppy. These poppies are displayed in the
library as part of our ANZAC reading display and a special tribute to those
who fought at war.
Milinda DeConno,Thomas Library Teacher Librarian
LEST WE FORGET
YEAR 9 TEXTILES TECHNOLOGY > FASHION REVOLUTION!
In Year 9 Textiles Technology, students have been looking into the ethical and sustainable production of the clothes we wear. Students have watched ‘The True Cost’ film, which shows insight into poor working conditions and environmental impacts made by
the fashion industry.
“I had no idea this happened to the people who make our clothes.”
- Molly“This documentary opened our eyes
to the harsh fashion world that affects our everyday lives. Workers are being deprived of their basic human rights, all for a small piece of clothing that we would wear once or twice in our
week. This needs to change as people are dying from all the toxins and being
treated like animals. These workers can barely afford to pay their family let
alone profit from this job.This NEEDS to stop!”- Tayla, Paige & Sofia
“The documentary for me was really eye-opening. I had no idea where the
majority of my clothes were made,and it’s a little distasteful knowing
who made my clothes, and the hardships they are faced with for my
personal gain.” - Scarlett H“Although I knew that in countries such as Bangladesh and Cambodia,
clothes makers were being underpaid - I didn’t know just how poor their working conditions actually were. It was also interesting to discover
that almost all cotton is genetically modified and the chemicals that they use on the cotton can also
irritate our skin and cause rashes and other allergic reactions. It was very confronting when the workers who
tried to stand up for themselves were beaten and even shot by the company management, and the government as well, just for demanding a minimum
wage. I hope that there are some major changes in the fashion industry in the near future and that all people’s
rights and beliefs are respected.”- Amy Tschina
“The documentary showed when workers in Cambodia tried to stand up for themselves they were just rejected
and ruthlessly attacked bythe government.” - Stephane Furler“After watching the documentary,
we were more aware of the struggles less fortunate people go through to
make our clothes. We found surprising that they only make up to $2 a week and their working conditions are so bad that some of the workers lost
their lives. We will consider the people making our clothes next time
we buy them.” - Tia Proud
Students begun investigating clothing brands that they commonly wear. By considering and challenging
“who made my clothes?” we can all lead a positive change in the ethical consumption of clothing, fight for fair working rights and reduce the
environmental impact.
As a College, we challenge you to consider who made your clothes?
Madeline Cooke & Lisa Feleppa,Textile Technology Teachers
GET TO KNOW YOUR 2020 GC HOUSE CAPTAINS > DAMIANI
Name: Imogen Brooksby
Year Level: Year 12
House: Damiani
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team:Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Stir fry
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:10 Things I Hate About You
Favourite subject/s: PE
Do you have any pets?Dog called Sash
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Running
What is your definition of happiness?Hanging out with my friends and family
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Working in a job, possibly starting a family
What do you love about Gleeson College?The sense of community
Name: Lauren Tucker
Year Level: Year 12
House: Damiani
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Brother
Favourite Sporting Team: Brisbane Lions
Favourite Meal: Lasagne
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Bojack Horseman
Favourite subject/s: Psychology
Do you have any pets? Black Labrador - Raffa
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Playing footy for TTG
What is your definition of happiness?Finding peace within yourself and no longer being reliant or codependent on anyone other than yourself
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Name: Vincent Musolino
Year Level: Year 10
House: Damiani
Position: House Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Dad
Favourite Sporting Team: Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Wii Sports
Favourite subject/s: Mathematics
Do you have any pets? No pets
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Cricket
What is your definition of happiness?Doing the things you enjoy with the people you enjoy spending time with
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Working in the family transport company with my Dad
Hopefully working as a psychiatrist
What do you love about Gleeson College?Mr Bond, and sometimesMr Bertram!
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community and the friendly faces
Name: Aidan Barry
Year Level: Year 9
House: Damiani
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum & Dad
Favourite Sporting Team: Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Lasagne
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: NBA 2K20
Favourite subject/s: Maths and Digital Tech.
Do you have any pets? Two dogs called Daisy and Benny
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Footy, Athletics and Cross Country
What is your definition of happiness?A happy person or thing
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Studying hard
What do you love about Gleeson College?Getting to school and seeing my friends every day
Name: Molly BrooksbyYear Level: Year 9
House: Damiani
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team: Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Lasagne
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Survivor AllstarsFavourite subject/s:Maths, PE and Geography
Do you have any pets?A German Shepherd called Sash
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Footy and Soccer
What is your definition of happiness?Spending time with friends and family
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Working in a job, maybe a sporting career
What do you love about Gleeson College?The great community and the great friends I have
Name: Thuan Pham
Year Level: Year 9
House: Damiani
Position: MS Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team: Don’t know
Favourite Meal: Sushi
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:A Quiet Place
Favourite subject/s: Maths and HaSS
Do you have any pets?A Goldfish called Cheeto
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Piano, Volleyball, Swimming, Tennis
What is your definition of happiness?Being happy - having fun
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Graduated university
What do you love about Gleeson College?Making new friends and learning new things
GET TO KNOW YOUR 2020 GC HOUSE CAPTAINS > FYFE
Name: Michigan San Juan
Year Level: Year 12
House: Fyfe
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Sister
Favourite Sporting Team:None
Favourite Meal:Singapore noodles
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Fate/ApocryphaFavourite subject/s: Drama
Do you have any pets? No
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Martial Arts, Badminton & Cosplay
What is your definition of happiness?Being with loved ones
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Making props and sets for Disney
What do you love about Gleeson College?The wide array of subjects
Name: Jack Wachtel
Year Level: Year 11
House: Fyfe
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum & Dad
Favourite Sporting Team: Liverpool FC
Favourite Meal: Pizza
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:FIFA / Battlefront 2
Favourite subject/s: Psychology, Furniture Construction
Do you have any pets? A Beaglier called Billy and black cat named Skittles
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Club Soccer for TTG
What is your definition of happiness?When you find something or someone in life which makes you happy
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Social working within the community
What do you love about Gleeson College?The students and staff
Name: Zane Cooper
Year Level: Year 10
House: Fyfe
Position: House Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Dad
Favourite Sporting Team:Manchester United
Favourite Meal: Pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Minecraft
Favourite subject/s: Japanese & English
Do you have any pets? A Husky x Shar-pei and cockatiel called Teebo and Billi
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport?Gaming
What is your definition of happiness?Good vibes
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?In a job
What do you love about Gleeson College?The teachers
Name: Kane Halfpenny
Year Level: Year 9
House: Fyfe
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Dad & Mum
Favourite Sporting Team:Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Ravioli
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Absolutely no clue
Favourite subject/s: PE, English and Drama
Do you have any pets? A dog called Murphy
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Football and Cricket
What is your definition of happiness? Being genuinely happy, enjoying life and being comfortable with what you do
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Playing AFL
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community feel and connection between students and staff
Name: Hayley Thompson
Year Level: Year 9
House: Fyfe
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Sister
Favourite Sporting Team:Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Pasta and bruschetta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Brooklyn Nine Nine
Favourite subject/s: English and History
Do you have any pets?Two dogs - Mia (mini Schnauzer) and Chloe (Maltese/Chihuahua)
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? No
What is your definition of happiness?My dogs!
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?With a Nursing degree
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community
Name: Bayley Hancock
Year Level: Year 8
House: Fyfe
Position: MS Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum & Dad
Favourite Sporting Team:Adelaide United
Favourite Meal: Roast Lamb
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Brooklyn Nine Nine
Favourite subject/s: Maths and Soccer
Do you have any pets?A Beaglier called Charlie
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Soccer
What is your definition of happiness?Enjoying life and having fun
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Working or at University
What do you love about Gleeson College?Soccer Program, friends and teachers
GET TO KNOW YOUR 2020 GC HOUSE CAPTAINS > HUGHES
Name: Natasha Hossen
Year Level: Year 12
House: Hughes
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Dad
Favourite Sporting Team:Carlton FC
Favourite Meal:Anything Mexican
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:The Vampire Diaries!!!!!
Favourite subject/s: Home Ec
Do you have any pets? A dog, three cats, chickens, a turtle, canaries and a quail
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Going to Chai-Time with friends
What is your definition of happiness?Travelling the world with my dog
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?In the Maldives
What do you love about Gleeson College?Miss Feleppa
Name: Jana Ivancic
Year Level: Year 12
House: Hughes
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum
Favourite Sporting Team:Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Butter Chicken / Lasagne
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Anything on Netflix
Favourite subject/s: Nutrition
Do you have any pets? A dog called Maggie
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Aerobics
What is your definition of happiness?Travelling the world and eating different foods
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Name: Scarlett Smith
Year Level: Year 10
House: Hughes
Position: House Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Nonna and NonnoFavourite Sporting Team: Adelaide Crows
Favourite Meal: Ravioli with Nonna’s sauce
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:The Originals
Favourite subject/s: Maths and Science
Do you have any pets? A minature Bull Terrier called Copper
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? I used to play Netball
What is your definition of happiness?Being able to be yourself
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Famous!! (kidding!) A radiologist with a nice home and family
What do you love about Gleeson College?Miss Feleppa
I hope to see myself surrounded by family and friends and in a job I love
What do you love about Gleeson College?It is one big community
Name: Brooke Benzie
Year Level: Year 9
House: Hughes
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team:Port Power
Favourite Meal:Pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Survivor Allstars
Favourite subject/s:PE and Home Ec
Do you have any pets? No
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Tennis
What is your definition of happiness?Family and friends
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Travelling
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community and friends
Name: Jacob Trimboli
Year Level: Year 9
House: Hughes
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum & Dad
Favourite Sporting Team: Essendon FC
Favourite Meal: Pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Impractical Jokers
Favourite subject/s:Maths, Science, PE & Music
Do you have any pets? No
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Guitar and footy
What is your definition of happiness?Being able to make others happy and spending time with people closest to you
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?Hopefully earning money in a full time job
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community feel, teachers and friends
Name: Natasha Hoang
Year Level: Year 8
House: Hughes
Position: MS Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team:Port Power
Favourite Meal:Any pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:The Hustle
Favourite subject/s:PE, Maths & Home Ec
Do you have any pets? No
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Running and cycling
What is your definition of happiness?My family and my friends
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself being successful in life
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community
GET TO KNOW YOUR 2020 GC HOUSE CAPTAINS > McDONALD
Name: Jett CameronYear Level: Year 12
House: McDonald
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Father
Favourite Sporting Team: New York Rangers
Favourite Meal:Chicken Rice & Broccoli
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Coach Carter
Favourite subject/s:Certificate III in Fitness
Do you have any pets? No
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Boxing and going to the gym
What is your definition of happiness?Being comfortable and feeling free
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Working in the Special Forces
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community
Name: Phoebe Surman
Year Level: Year 12
House: McDonald
Position: House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: Freddie MercuryFavourite Sporting Team: Port Power
Favourite Meal: Ice Cream
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Survivor
Favourite subject/s:Japanese and Music
Do you have any pets? I have none :(
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Music, Dance and Gymnastics
What is your definition of happiness?Feeling fulfilled and happy with the things you are doing in your life and the people you surround yourself with
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Travelling the world and living happily
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community spirit
Name: Jaxon Joy
Year Level: Year 10
House: McDonald
Position: House Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: n/aFavourite Sporting Team: n/a
Favourite Meal: n/a
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Star Wars - Jedi: Fallen Order
Favourite subject/s: Music
Do you have any pets?A bird named Freddie
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Theatre and Scouts
What is your definition of happiness?Enjoyment
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?No clue!
What do you love about Gleeson College?The inclusivity
Name: Sienna Burns
Year Level: Year 9
House: McDonald
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Family
Favourite Sporting Team: Thunderbirds
Favourite Meal: Pasta
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:Don’t have one
Favourite subject/s: PE and Netball
Do you have any pets?A Labradoodle called Piper
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Playing sport (Netball) and hanging out with friends and family
What is your definition of happiness?Sunshine, smiles, laughter
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?I want to have travelled and played lots of Netball
What do you love about Gleeson College?The community feeling
Name: Jack Taylor
Year Level: Year 9
House: McDonald
Position: MS House Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Parents
Favourite Sporting Team:Port Adelaide and Cleveland Cavs
Favourite Meal:Lasagne
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game:NBA 2K20
Favourite subject/s: Maths and Religion
Do you have any pets?Two birds called Sammy and Bluebell
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Football and Athletics
What is your definition of happiness?Seeing family and friends
Where do you see yourself in 10 years?With a degree in Pharmacy
What do you love about Gleeson College?Friends and the good stuff
Name: Gabriella Kozak
Year Level: Year 8
House: McDonald
Position: MS Vice Captain
Most influential person/sin your life: My Mum & Dad
Favourite Sporting Team: Port Power and Adelaide Thunderbirds
Favourite Meal: Chicken Parmi
Favourite TV Show/Movie/Game: Friends
Favourite subject/s:Recess, Lunch, Home Ec and PE
Do you have any pets? A dog called Daisy and a ragdoll cat named Serafinka
Do you have any hobbies and/or play sport? Netball
What is your definition of happiness?Netball, listening to music and hanging out with my friends and family
Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Successful at Uni/ Travelling the world
What do you love about Gleeson College? The community, friends and Shared Facilities
GC CAREERS CORNER MAY 2020 > Exploring Future Pathways
UNIVERSITY 1:1 COUNSELLINGUniversities are providing 1:1 counselling for any student wishing to find out more about their pathway options and course offerings.
Adelaide University: Student appointments are scheduled every 30 minutes and can be booked via the following link:https://calendly.com/angelika-portolesi/30minThe Adelaide University Publications Library now has available the undergraduate program guides for 2021 courses >https://www.adelaide.edu.au/publications/future/undergraduate/These guides provide essential information on entry criteria, program content and structure, and may also provide useful links to study plans, internship opportunities and much much more.
University of South Australia: Year 12 students and parents can book a phone appointment with a Student Liaison Officer. Book appointments at: https://www.unisa.edu.au/schools/appointmentsFlinders University: Advisors are available to guide you in your pathway to Flinders. Telephone appointments are available for domestic students. Book appointments at: https://www.flinders.edu.au/study/contact-us/one-on-one-appointmentTorrens University: Call 1300 575 803 to talk to their expert Course &Career Advisors who can point you in the right direction
Tabor: If you’re thinking about a degree with Tabor, a great first step is to have a conversation with one of their friendly team. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and give you an overview of what you can expect. You can even ar-range a pathway meeting that will help you choose the best subjects and workload to reach your goal. https://tabor.edu.au/
VIRTUAL CAREERS EXPO 2020Date: Friday 8 May 2020, 12-8pm ONLINERegistrations: https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/virtual-careers-expoThe Virtual Careers Expo is an innovative and interactive collaboration between Australia’s major tertiary education providers, designed to showcase the wide range of options available to students as they prepare for life after school. 75+ exhibitors will be participating in the Virtual Careers Expo, including all of the major South Australian Universities and TAFE SA amongst others.
Why join?• EXPLORE > Wander through our virtual expo hall featuring more than 50 institutions• DISCOVER > Visit the Webcast Hub to watch seminars and feature presentations from exhibitors• RESEARCH > Download course guides and take a virtual campus tour• ENGAGE > Chat with staff and current students to find out more about each institution
The Virtual Careers Expo is a unique opportunity for you to explore some of the country’s best tertiary education providers and get the information you need to map out the next steps on your career journey, all while you #stayhome. This expo aims to combat the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, so please feel free to pass this info onto students, and encourage them to register (using the link above) for the largest careers expo of 2020.
AIE OPEN DAY ONLINEThe Academy of Interactive Entertainment (AIE) Open Day Online Event is on Saturday 16 May. In response to the current situation, we have moved our Open Day event online, not on-campus. Join us in a specialised presentations catered to help you better understand what AIE has to offer and more in the comfort of your home! AIE will be running the event twice on this day, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. You will even have time at the end of the event to have one-on-one chats with an AIE staff member. To join us in this exciting event, simply register at: https://aie.edu.au/aie_event/open-day/
GC CAREERS CORNER MAY 2020 > Exploring Future Pathways
VET PATHWAYSIn Grand Junction Trade Training Centre are offering places in the following short courses: >Pre-Construction Pathway - Introduction to Building and Construction IndustryThis hands-on course is the first step towards getting an apprenticeship in the construction industry and the following careers:• Carpentry and Joinery• Bricklaying• Plastering• Tiling• ElectrotechnologyCourse is completed one day a week on alternate weeks throughout Semester 2. Students gain 10 Stage 1 SACE credits on successful completion. Course cost is $620 plus Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) costs.
Auto Trade Taster > This course is for students interested in working with cars, bikes or trucks, and looking to continue with further Automotive VET and Apprenticeship opportunities. Course is completed over 5 weeks in Semester 2. Course cost is $500 plus necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) costs.
Rosewater Trade Training Centre: Certificate II in Engineering Pathways > Rosewater Trade Training Centre is offering a small number of places for this midyear intake of their Certificate II in Construction Pathways course beginning in Term 3 2020. This course runs in Semester 2 2020 & Semester 1 2021 for 35 weeks. Location is the Rosewater Trade Training Centre in Rosewater (near Port Adelaide). Students would earn 55 Stage 1 SACE credits.
This course is suggested for Year 11 students not already enrolled in a construction VET course, or Year 10s who want to pursue a career in construction. The cost for students who are 16 years old and eligible for TGSS funding will be $394 for resource fees and $159.50 for Personal Protective Equipment. Students who are 15 or not eligible for TGSS funding will pay a higher fee closer to $1700 per semester, plus resource and PPE fees. Gleeson College will pay 50% of VET course fees. Places in each of these courses are limited so please contact Mr Blake via email at [email protected] for more information.
APPRENTICESHIPSCarpentry Apprenticeships Adelaide > Career Employment Group Inc is seeking applications for multiple Carpentry Ap-prenticeships to work with our skilled and valued Host Employers. Opportunities are available in many locations throughout Adelaide. As a Carpentry Apprentice you will undertake a 4 year Training Contract (longer if undertaking part-time) where you will learn on-the-job to become a qualified carpenter.
Apprenticeship Requirements: To be considered for a carpentry apprenticeship the following is required >• Satisfactorily pass a pre-employment medical• Hold a current drivers licence• Willingness to learn and develop new skills• Be punctual and have a good work ethic• Be able to use initiative and work well in a team• Cert I or II in Construction/White Card is preferred• Junior applicants/school leavers/out of traders are encouraged to apply
How to apply > Applications or enquires about a Carpentry Apprenticeship are to be sent to: mailto:[email protected] need to include a cover letter and resume. *Only people who are shortlisted for positions will be contacted.
If you are intending to apply please inform Mr Blake via email at [email protected]
UCAT REGISTRATIONS CLOSE NEXT WEEK**FOR THOSE WISHING TO SIT THE UCAT FOR ENTRY INTO MEDICINE OR DENTISTRY NATIONWIDE YOUR REGISTRA-TION MUST BE COMPLETED BY MAY 11, 2020.**
UCAT and COVID-19 > If you’re needing to sit the UCAT test and are worried about how COVID-19 may be impacting the test, the UCAT Consortium has a page on their website dedicated to keeping you up to date with the latest developments. At this stage testing is still scheduled to proceed as normal. Don’t forget that the deadline for booking is Monday 11 May. Find out more here: https://www.ucat.edu.au/ucat-anz/registration-booking/covid-19/
Thomas Blake,Flexible Pathways Leader
Working together, the Life Buoyancy Institute Foundation and Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities SA are offering a series of free live online workshops across Term 2.
Living through Uncertainty How can we reassure our kids and support them to grow and thrive?
Practical advice for parents, caregivers and teachers to support primary and secondary students through times of change and uncertainty
We are offering these workshops to help families and schools support children to feel well, deal with stress and be successful while the coronavirus continues to affect their schooling, social activities and daily family life.
The first workshop will look at primary school students and will be held on: Thursday 14 May from 7.00 – 8.00 pm (Week 3)
The second workshop will look at secondary school students and will be held on: Tuesday 19 May from 7.00 – 8.00 pm (Week 4) (students can join in side by side)
Who are the presenters, and will I be able to ask questions? The workshops will be presented by Dr Ivan Raymond (psychologist|researcher), Kylie Agnew (psychologist|teacher) and David Kelly (manager for school programs like the IMPACT program at Tenison Woods College, Mount Gambier). You can ask questions and we encourage you to.
How much will each workshop cost me? Nothing. The Federation is sponsoring these foundation workshops and six others across Term 2.
What technology will I need? You will need a device (e.g. computer, smartphone, tablet) and you will need to download the free version of ZOOM. More information about how to join in will be sent to you when you enrol. How do I enrol? Click on the link(s) below for the workshop(s) you would like to attend and give your email address. You will receive an email confirming your registration from the LBI Foundation.
If you experience any problems, call one of the Federation’s Parent Engagement Officers for help. Nicole: 0407 394 732. Lisa: 0400 680 601.
FOUNDATIONAL STRATEGIES FOR CATHOLIC PRIMARY STUDENTS TO GROW AND THRIVE FOUNDATIONAL STRATEGIES FOR CATHOLIC SECONDARY STUDENTS TO GROW AND THIRVE
MAKE MENTAL HEALTH A PRIORITY.Eat well and keep active. Stay in touch by phone or video calls and seek help if you need it.
Together we can help stop the spread and stay healthy.
Find out more at australia.gov.au
Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600
Student Services T: 8282 6634
GLEESON NOTICEBOARD
2020 GLEESON DIARY DATES >PLEASE NOTE DUE TO THE UNCERTAINTY OF THE CURRENT
CLIMATE WE WILL UPDATE OUR COLLEGE CALENDARS& DIARY DATES AS SOON AS IS PRACTICAL.
WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT.