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Belong. Believe. Become. Academic Enrichment Careers News Date Change - Important Doncare Charity English News Environment SET News Fathers Day Breakfast Health Information Languages Learning @ Whitefriars Library News Performing Arts School Sports Carnival Science College Calendar College Services Community Notices Sport Report Sport Fixtures ACC Match Results In Fide Issue 412 1218 August March 2016 Mr John Finn From the Principal Principal Many of our community are aware of the connection that the College has with Timor-Leste. The Carmelite presence in that country has been long and proud, leading many young men to take up a vocation in the priesthood. Whitefriars College is fully committed to supporting the works of the Carmelites through providing resources, both human and fiscal, to the many worthy projects and courses being undertaken. There are physical reminders of this connection around us at the College. Outside the Chapel is a photo wall of our boys and their recent immersion experiences. There brightly painted shipping container that houses many donated items and sits at Merinda; it is Timor bound shortly. The Timor- Leste flag also flies each day opposite the Reflective Garden. We all have the opportunity to further assist when, on Mt Carmel Day, we fund raise through the walkathon. Any assistance with sponsorship is always most appreciated. There was recently a gathering of those students who in Years 7-10 had a very successful academic semester one at the College. These boys mix ability with effort and we congratulate them on their achievements. Past student Julian Lipinski gave a talk on motivation and keeping all things in balance. Julian is on an academic and basketball scholarship at a college in New York. Well done to parents of our Year 9 boys who turned up in such large numbers at the recent Year 9 subject selection information night; the theatre was overflowing. I spoke briefly at the start of the session and said that the greatest gift you can give your son is time. Being present to take part in the decision making process is an important way of supporting your son in his choices for next year. The course advice day for Years 9 and 10 took place on Wednesday and was also very well attended. Thank you for your participation. Recent Old Boys Christian Petracca and Sam Weideman played together in the Melbourne senior team last weekend. It was wonderful to see both of these young men reach the pinnacle of AFL, play on the same side and seeing reward for considerable effort over the past few years. They are both very fine examples of well mannered, respectful and committed people. Although I would prefer to see them in red, black and white we were all very proud of both Christian and Sam. Well done to Alex Vander (Year 9) who won the regional final of the Legacy Public Speaking competition. Alex is one of many boys who are taking up opportunities to hone their public speaking. I was delighted to receive a portrait of Fr Noel Kierce. It is an exceptional piece which was lovingly painted by Ms Di Leeder, mother of Tom Battista in Year 12. You will no doubt agree that it is an amazingly life-like and tender image. We will find a very suitable place to have Fr Noel on display. Principal’s report continued... Whitefriars College Inc. Telephone +613 9872 8200 Facsimile +613 9872 4343 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 Australia www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au Email [email protected] ABN 35 808 045 134 | REG A0029974Y | CRICOS 01680G Belong. Believe. Become. In Fide Newsletter Issue 12 12 August 2016 Principal’s report - continued Our Year 7 2017 group have undergone their testing. The College continues to experience healthy enrolment interest and is working hard to ensure that the transition of these boys is happy and productive. We look forward to the group joining us. I received this message from the Harvey family today and would like to share it with our College community and ask that you keep the family in your thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. “Dear families, Will’s long slow road to recovery continues at Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Center. His days are filled with a variety of specialty programs and therapy sessions. We appreciate and take strength from the many kind thoughts, prayers and support offered by the Whitefriars community. Kind regards, Tony, Kathryn, Jonathan and Will” We remember in our prayers the mother of Whitefriars staff member, Jane Hancock. Jane’s mother passed away a few days ago. May the Lord welcome her gently into eternal life. Almae In Fide Parentis Change of Date - Mr James Box Student Free Day Director of Operations Dear Parents/Guardian Please note that the Student Free Day/ Staff Professional Learning Day, originally planned for Monday 17 October has now been moved forward to Friday 14 October 2016. Students are required to attend school as normal on Monday 17 October but are not required to attend on Friday 14 October. If you require any clarification please do not hesitate to contact the College on 9872 8200. Health Information - Ms Kerryn Gould Winter Illnesses First Aid Manager While most students have made it through the first half of the year in reasonably good health, second semester has brought a number of colds and other viruses doing their best to thrive in this winter climate. Most cold viruses are fairly mild in nature and resolve after a few days with comfort measures such as rest, drinking plenty of water and simple pain relief to help feel better. However, please remember that if your son is only feeling well enough to attend school because of medication relieving their symptoms, they are potentially still infectious to others and the relief may only last for the morning. Any child who has an infection (including common cold viruses) should not be sent to school if they are feeling unwell or have a fever (over 37.5⁰C without paracetamol or ibuprofen). Gastrointestinal illnesses are also spreading throughout the community. Please do not send your son to school if they have had vomiting or diarrhoea – they will be sent back home. Students with vomiting or diarrhoea are required to be symptom free for a minimum of 24 hours before they return to school unless their medical history / certificate provides evidence that they have a non-infectious cause for these symptoms. Certain types of gastrointestinal illnesses may require longer periods of exclusion and certificates for return to school in accordance with Department of Health regulations. The school exclusion table can be found here. While the table refers to primary schools and early childhood settings, the infectious and exclusion periods remain relevant in the secondary school setting in order to protect the health and wellbeing of all individuals. Rashes and clusters of sores should be reviewed by a doctor before sending your child to school as these may also be infectious. Whitefriars College has a responsibility and commitment to protecting the health and wellbeing of all students and staff as much as possible. As such, while your son’s education is important, we ask that when unwell they remain in the care of a parent or nominated guardian rather than attend school. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with queries or concerns. Whitefriars College Inc. Telephone +613 9872 8200 Facsimile +613 9872 4343 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 Australia www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au Return to Home Page Email [email protected] ABN 35 808 045 134 | REG A0029974Y | CRICOS 01680G Belong. Believe. Become. In Fide Newsletter Issue 12 12 August 2016 Father’s Day Breakfast Annual Father’s Day Breakfast We are excited to announce our annual Father’s Day breakfast on Friday 26 August, 7.30 - 8.30am and hope that you will be able to attend with your son/s, or the young men at Whitefriars under your care. Seating is limited, so please register through the following link as soon as possible: http://www.trybooking.com/IMHK Registrations close Thursday 18 August, unless filled beforehand. **Hurry booking fast only a few places still available** Belong. Believe. Become. Whitefriars College Inc. Telephone +613 9872 8200 Facsimile +613 9872 4343 156 Park Road Donvale Victoria 3111 Australia www.whitefriars.vic.edu.au Return to Home Page Email [email protected] ABN 35 808 045 134 | REG A0029974Y | CRICOS 01680G Belong. Believe. Become. In Fide Newsletter Issue 12 12 August 2016 Mr Mark Ashmore Learning @ Whitefriars Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching Subject Selection Students in Years 8-11 are now finalising their subjects for 2017. Many discussions have been generated by students with parents, Pastoral Care Teacher, Head of House, subject teachers and older students as they question, inquire, and critically think about the opportunities available to them in the 2017 academic year. I recently overhead inquisitive Middle Years students at the bus bay after school chatting about different subject options with Senior School students, obviously trying to find out information to help them make good choices about their learning. Student Parent Teacher Conferences The upcoming Student Parent Teacher Conferences provide a valuable opportunity for you to gain knowledge of your son’s academic progress. The conversations with subject teachers will provide further feedback on details reported in the Term 3 Academic Review regarding your son’s academic achievement, approach to learning, study habits, organisation, and overall progress. A focus of the discussion will be on how your son can further improve his skills, knowledge and understanding in each subject.