THEGLOBEIssue 1 / Friday 5 February 2016

Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600info@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

www.gleeson.sa.edu.au24Hr Absentee Line T: 8289 0438

Student Services T: 8282 6634

GC OLD SCHOLARS CRAIG, JORDAN & DYLAN PAINT GLEESON RED!

The Advertiser, Pg 88, Friday 5 Feb 2016

Gleeson College was very fortunate to have Old Scholars and Adelaide

United FC star footballers Craig Goodwin (2009), Jordan Elsey

(2011) and Dylan McGowan (2008) visit us on Wednesday!

The Advertiser attended also, with the trio photographed and

interviewed on the day. The fantastic article below published in today’s sports section highlighted the success of the World Football

Specialist Program here at the College, and the many students who have gone on to play at an elite level.

We heartily thank Craig, Jordan and Dylan for their visit back to Gleeson, and for spending time taking photos

with some very excited students! We also thank Adelaide United for generously donating a Reds strip for the boys to sign and display in our trophy cabinet! We wish the

boys well as they take on Sydney FC tonight at Coopers Stadium, and all

the best for a strong finish to the Hyundai A-League season!

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CREATING ‘A CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE’ IN 2016

It is with great pleasure and excitement that I write my first newsletter item for 2016. A particularly warm welcome to staff, students and families who are new to our College. It is my hope that you have settled in well to our community, and that your faith and learning journey at Gleeson College is filled with many special moments. I have been very impressed by the way that the student body have approached the first few days this year. There has been a very settled approach, and the staff have commented on and certainly appreciated this attitude. It is certainly our hope and aim that this positive beginning is carried forward throughout the year.

Most definitely education works best when there is a respectful and genuine three-way partnership between staff, parents and students. I therefore encourage all parents to begin, continue, and cultivate positive and constructive conversations with your children’s teachers. It is working in the spirit of mutual support and understanding that the best and most rewarding outcomes are achieved. These conversations begin in the first few weeks of school, are

formalised at our Parent Information Evening on Monday 15 February, and then I urge you to continue them throughout the year.

I would like to welcome the new staff to Gleeson College. Ms Rachel Staffin has joined the College as Sports Development Coordinator, and Mrs Sarah Benedictson as our Inclusive Education Assistant. We have also welcomed former Adelaide United FC Captain Travis Dodd to oversee our Specialist World Football Program in 2016. Each of you are very welcome to our special community here at Gleeson College and I am sure that you will find your time with us both rewarding and positive.

In addition to our new staff there are a number of current staff members who have taken on formal leadership roles within the College and a full list of these people can be found in this newsletter for your reference.

During the holiday break the College was a hive of activity with a number of projects completed to ensure that we both maintain and add to our already outstanding facilities. The courtyard has undergone a significant transformation with the addition of shade, seating areas, and a reinvigorated stage area. In addition, a number of student toilets have been completely renovated and several

learning spaces have been refreshed also. All of these projects are designed to ensure that our staff and students have the very best environment in which to learn. I am sure that many of you will have the opportunity to see these changes on the Parent Information Evening.

We have many exciting initiatives this year that are aimed at continuously improving our learning and faith community. On the front cover of the student diary you can see that in 2016 we are committed to creating ‘A Culture of Excellence’. We want all of the students who attend Gleeson College to create and catch their own personal excellence whatever form that may take. This year we want to focus on what excellence looks like for all. What does it mean to achieve excellence as a student, a staff member - indeed what does excellence as a supportive parent look like? This work is being led inspirationally by our Deputy Principal, Mr Joe Corbo, and it is both challenging and incredibly exciting. Mr Corbo uses the phrase “if it is not excellent, it is not finished” - and that’s exactly how we at Gleeson College view our vocation.

I very much look forward to the year ahead and the limitless possibilities that it offers.

Mr Andrew Baker,Principal

SCHOOL CARD 2016Families eligible for School Card, or who think they may be eligible in 2016 and have not yet submitted

their application form, are asked to contact the Bursar as soon as possible

to obtain the relevant School Card Application Form.

Information about the School Card scheme can also be obtained from the SA Government website at the

following link: https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/education-skills-and-learning/

financial-help-scholarships-and-grants/school-card-scheme

Mary Hennessy,Bursar

HOAX PHONE CALLS TO SCHOOLSAs you may be aware a number of schools across Australia

have received hoax threatening phone calls recently.

Gleeson College has not received such a call but I wanted to inform you that, like all schools, we have an emergency management plan in place for situa-tions like this, and we practise it throughout the year. You would have seen

on the media that those schools that have received a threatening call enacted their emergency management plans and they have worked well. In the un-

likely event of such a situation we will keep parents informed.

Rest assured that the safety and wellbeing of our studentsis always our top priority.

Mr Andrew Baker, Principal

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR FAMILIES

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GLEESON COLLEGE LEADERSHIP STAFF 2016

Gleeson College Leadership Team:Mr Andrew Baker PrincipalMr Joe Corbo Deputy PrincipalMr Adam Cibich Assistant Principal - Religious Identity & Mission (APRIM)Mrs Susan Smith Assistant Principal - SACE & CurriculumMr Shannon Bertram Assistant Principal - Student DevelopmentMrs Amanda Price Leader of Community, Engagement & InnovationMr Paul O’Connor Business Manager

Gleeson College House Coordinators:Mr Josh Boden Damiani House CoordinatorMrs Sarah Kerrigan Fyfe House CoordinatorMr Adrian Ranieri Hughes House CoordinatorMr Steven Hicks McDonald House Coordinator

Gleeson College Learning Area Coordinators:Mrs Carly Meakin Arts Key Learning Area CoordinatorMr Gerald Carey E-Learning CoordinatorMrs Jessica McCarthy English Learning Area CoordinatorMrs Lina Russo Flexible Learning Area CoordinatorMs Candice Mitchell Health & PE Learning Area CoordinatorMrs Kate Pill Humanities & Social Sciences Learning Area CoordinatorMr Alex Daw Inclusive Education Key TeacherMrs Kirsty Jeffree Languages & Cultural Programs Learning Area CoordinatorMr Daniel Ryall Mathematics Learning Area CoordinatorMrs Kate Morgante Science Learning Area CoordinatorMs Denise Spiroulias Technologies Learning Area Coordinator

Andrew Baker Joe Corbo Adam Cibich

Susan Smith Shannon Bertram Amanda Price

Paul O’Connor

Carly Meakin Gerald Carey Jessica McCarthy

Lina Russo Candice Mitchell Kate Pill

Alex Daw Kirsty Jeffree Daniel Ryall

Kate Morgante Denise Spiroulias

Gleeson College offers students the opportunity to work in a quiet, supervised environment to complete homework and gain assistance from staff via our Homework Club.

The benefit for students attending the Homework Club is the opportunity to obtain support and guidance to complete their homework and/or assignment work. To ensure that students receive personal attention and support from supervisors, Homework Club will be limited to 25 positions each afternoon session. Homework Club is an extension activity offered to students to help them to achieve personal excellence; therefore the same expectations apply regarding behaviour, as stated in the College diary.

Homework Club will start in Week 2 of Term 1 and continue through to Week 7 of Term 4 in 2016. Homework Club operates Monday to Thursday and is based in the Multi-Media Room, from 3.30pm-4.30pm. Afternoons that students attend can be changed each term by negotiation with the Coordinator.

If you are interested in attending Homework Club in 2016, please collect a registration form from the Flexible Learning Centre or College Front Office. If you have any questions please feel free to email the Homework Club Coordinator, Ms Joanna Grotto, via email at: joanna.grotto@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

Josh Boden Sarah Kerrigan

Adrian Ranieri Steven Hicks

joanna.grotto@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

PRIDE IN OUR PERSONAL PRESENTATION: THE GLEESON UNIFORM

KEEP UP-TO-DATEWITH GLEESON NEWS

& EVENTS ON FACEBOOK!

Gleeson has an official Facebook page to assist

parents, caregivers, students and the wider community

keep up to date with current news, student achievements

and events at the College.

‘Like’ us on ourFacebook homepage:

www.facebook.com/GleesonCollege

One of the many pastoral considerations that we have to address as a College is the issue of personal presentation of students. In aspiring to excellence in the wearing of the uniform which unites our community, we believe it is important that all students acquire a sense of pride in their attire and grooming.

As we commence this academic year and the students return, there have been a number of concerns with the wearing of the College uniform.

Please check and discuss these matters to ensure your son/daughter’s uniform is in line with the College uniform expectations as outlined on pages 17 and 18 of the College diary.

The areas of concern which have been noted in the first few days include:• Inappropriate length of Girls Summer Dress - it should be worn to below the

knees.• Shortened or hemmed PE uniform shorts.• Excessive or inappropriate jewellery - nose rings, number of earrings, bracelets

and rings.• Facial hair - boys are required to be clean shaven.

At Gleeson College, we strongly emphasise the appropriate wearing of all aspects of the uniform and that this responsibility will always belong to the student. However, we regard your support and encouragement as invaluable in helping your child follow the expectations of our Uniform Policy at Gleeson College.

Mr Shannon BertramAssistant Principal - Student Development

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Thursday: 1.00pm - 2.45pm

First Saturday of Month: 9.00am - 12.00pm

THE GLEESON 2ND HAND UNIFORM SHOP IS

OPEN EVERY TUESDAY

AFTERNOON 3.30PM TO

4.30PM.

DEVON CLOTHING - CLOVERCREST STOREServicing families of Gleeson College students

LOCATION & CONTACT DETAILS:Shop 24 Clovercrest Plaza, 429 Montague Road, Modbury

Telephone: 8396 6465

OPENING TIMES: Monday - Friday: 9am-5pm

Saturday: 9am-12noon

GLEESON COLLEGE CAR PARK COURTESY

We kindly request families please read the following timely reminder regarding the safe flow of traffic in and around the Gleeson College car park. While there is a feeling of congestion when things go wrong, we have found that if all drivers follow the directions set out below, then traffic flows smoothly and the car park empties reasonably quickly.

Entry: Is always from the top entrance by the Gleeson College sign off Surrey Farm Drive. Please remember to travel along Surrey Farm Drive at no more than 25kmph when students are present and slow down to 10kmph once you have entered the College car park. Please do not park or stand, even briefly to drop students, in Surrey Farm Drive where this is clearly prohibited – along the stretch of road, both sides, opposite the car park area. Parking or standing are permissible further downhill along Surrey Farm Drive in front of the Gleeson ovals and well away from the bus zone areas.

Moving through and out of the parking bays: All parking bays are one way, running

away from the main administration building. If you have travelled along the bottom bay by the oval and been unable to find a park, then you must not turn directly into the next bay entering and travelling in the reverse direction. This is when traffic jams are caused. Instead, the only option you can take is to proceed out of the car park onto Surrey Farm Drive and then re-enter from the top entrance.

Picking students up: As a general rule, students should wait along the oval near the seats adjacent to the shade ports to be picked up from the lower bay. Cars should move as far along the oval towards the exit before stopping to pick them up. Students waiting near the top lawns above the student car park can be picked up from the other bays where cars will pull into a vacant space and wait. Please take special care along the road that travels past the main administration building at all times of the day as there are four pedestrian crossings that drivers need to be aware of that are in operation throughout the day.

Please DO NOT: Park along the road that enters the car park and travels past the administration building to the oval. Always move to the most advanced space available to allow following cars to enter and to avoid a build-up of vehicles. The top corner of the driveway will be marked with cones to highlight a no-standing zone to allow cars entry. Also, do not stop in the middle of a parking bay which again causes blockages. Keep to the left and move as far along the bay as possible. At the busiest of times, some cars may need to proceed out onto Surrey Farm Drive and move down below the bus zone to park and wait. Some parents also work out particular pick-up points outside of the car park to meet their children, even in streets beyond Surrey Farm Drive.

We thank you for your ongoing support in keeping our students and staff safe in our College car park.

Mr Shannon BertramAssistant Principal - Student Development

PARENT INFORMATION EVENING 2016

Monday 15 February, 7pmGleeson College

A note has been sent home to inform all parents and caregivers that our annual Parent Information Evening will be held on Monday 15 February 2016 at 7pm. The information below explains the areas in which specific year levels will be meeting. Please note all meetings start at 7pm sharp and that students are not required to attend this evening.

Year 8 & 9: Information will be presented within your child’s home room presented by their Care Group teacher. Parents are asked to make their way to the Gleeson

College Courtyard and will be directed by staff to the correct classrooms.

Year 10: Information will be presented in the Gleeson side Lecture Theatre within the Dame Roma Mitchell Centre, please follow directions from staff.

Year 11: Information will be presented in the Thiele Side Lecture Theatre within the Dame Roma Mitchell Centre, please follow directions from staff.

Year 12: Information will be presented in the Gleeson College Learning Centre, located on level 2 of the Lowes Building, please follow directions from staff.

We ask that every family be represented to

ensure that maximum parent understanding and support is achieved for students at each year level of study. Research has shown that student performance is directly proportional to parent interest, support and encouragement. If for any reason families cannot be represented at the evening, we ask that apologies be recorded on the Reply Slip provided via Care Group.

Each session will have its own distinctive, informative programs. Once these have been completed parents will have the opportunity to meet with all teachers in the courtyard where supper will be provided, the night will conclude approximately at 8:30pm, with some words from Gleeson College Principal, Mr Andrew Baker.

I ask that you mark this date in your diary and make every effort to attend. If you have more than one child at the College, you will need to decide which Year Level meeting to attend. There will be an opportunity to meet with all teachers during supper.

Mr Shannon Bertram,Assistant Principal - Student Development

Gleeson College STEM Society - Year 8 and 9 Students

In 2016 we want you!

Are you interested in Science, Mathematics, Technology and/or Engineering?

Are you enthusiastic and ready to get involved?

Then follow this link to apply to join us! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1zcjkHrCSlAvYsw7waBbLK1mLVmeMvy5sO9NOOFt7jzk/vi

ewform?usp=send_form

STEM Society Promotional Video: https://animoto.com/play/iFtcSEw2Y0Ve1xJiGcyxMQ

If you or your parent/caregivers would like any more

information, please see or email:

Mrs. Kate Morgante kate.morgante@gleeson.catholic.edu.au and/or

Mr. Daniel Ryall daniel.ryall@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

Click on the below link to view the FEBRUARY 2016 issue of

The Southern Cross Newspaper:http://www.thesoutherncross.org.

au/?iid=136100#folio=1

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DOWNLOAD OUR GLEESON SKOOLBAG APP TODAY!

Installing the App is easy…follow the step-by-step instructions below to download on your phone or tablet device. If you have any questions or issues installing please contact sales@skoolbag.com.au

For iPhone and iPad Users: 1. Click the "App Store" icon on your Apple device. 2. Type your school name in the search, using suburb name will help. 3. If iPhone, you will see your school appear, click "Free" then "install". 4. If iPad, change the drop list to "iPhone Apps", your school will then be visible, click "Free" then "install". 5. When installed click "Open" 6. Select "OK" to receive push notifications, when asked. 7. Click the "More" button on the bottom right of the App, then "Setup". 8. Toggle on the Push Categories that are applicable for you.

For Android Users: You must first have signed up with a Google Account before installing the app. 1. Click the "Play Store" button on your Android Device 2. Click the magnifying glass icon at the top and type in your school name, using suburb name will help. 3. Click the school name when it appears in the search. 4. Click the "Install" button. 5. Click "Accept" for various permissions (please note, we do not modify any of your personal data on your device). 6. Click "Open" when installed. 7. Click the "More" button on the bottom right of the App, then "Setup". 8. Toggle on the Push Categories that are applicable for you.

Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600info@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

www.gleeson.sa.edu.au24Hr Absentee Line T: 8289 0438

Student Services T: 8282 6634

2016 GLEESON COLLEGE SWIMMING CARNIVAL

Wednesday 17 FebruaryWaterworld Aquatic Centre

The Gleeson College Swimming Carnival will be held at the Waterworld Aquatic Centre on Wednesday 17 February. This letter outlines the expectations for ALL students. As a College community we are expecting that all students will bring team spirit, enthusiasm and be part of this enjoyable event.

• ALL STUDENTS are expected to meet at Waterworld Aquatic Centre by 8.40am (buses will be provided for those students requiring transport from Gleeson College) where they will meet their House Coordinator in their appropriate area to have their name marked off by 8.45am. The Swimming Carnival will conclude at approximately 3.00pm.

• Please indicate your child’s transport by requirements by CLICKING HERE so that appropriate bookings can be made. Buses will be provided for any students requiring transport. They must be at school by 8.25am sharp.

• Each student has been allocated to a House team. These teams are as follows:

DAMIANI: BLUE FYFE: GREEN HUGHES: RED MCDONALD: YELLOW

*Students are expected to wear their Gleeson College House colour T-shirt on the day with PE shorts or track pants and hat.

• Senior students who do not do PE can wear mid-thigh length shorts (Football shorts or board shorts are appropriate) or track pants.

NOTE:• No singlets/tank tops or cut-off shirts

are allowed.• Sneakers or School shoes MUST be

worn to and from school. Thongs may be put on at the pool only.

• Students are expected to compete in at least one event during the program. Students who feel they cannot participate need to provide a valid reason and should see Miss Mitchell to be allocated alternative duties on the day.

• An invitation is extended to all parents to come along and support the Swimming Carnival. The program is scheduled to commence at 9.00am.

• Students are encouraged to bring their own lunch/snacks and drinks. There are canteen facilities available at the Waterworld Aquatic Centre.

• When students aren’t involved in an event or helping, they will be required to sit in their House area and support their fellow students.

The only exceptions are if they are going to the canteen or toilet.

• Students are encouraged to be sun smart and wear a hat and sunscreen (some sunscreen will also be provided in house areas).

DONT FORGET:• The Swimming Carnival is considered

a “normal” school day. Any absentees must be treated in the same manner as they would throughout the year.

• Any medication (e.g. Inhalers etc) that your child needs. There will be first aid kits at the Waterworld Aquatic Centre for any injuries that need to be treated at the pool.

• At the completion of the event, ALL STUDENTS (except those requiring transport by bus back to Gleeson) will be dismissed from Waterworld Aquatic Centre at 3.00pm.

The College already has your child’s medical information, should you need to update this information please contact the College as soon as possible.

Thank you for your support in this College event,

Ms Rachel Staffin,Sports Development Coordinator

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2016 Gleeson Diary Dates

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