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In Fide Issue 48 18 2March June 20162017

From the Principal Mr John Finn Principal

The College held a prayer service for Jack Stanbrook (Class of 2014) and his family in our Chapel on Wednesday evening.

Amongst the full Chapel were many of our Class of 2014, along with some older past students from the Class of 2009. Those young men were there to particularly support Jack’s brother, Tom.

These situations are always challenging in terms of how to best respect the wishes of the family in celebrating a life. Mark and Virginia told me that they were incredibly grateful for the support of so many and had their spirits lifted on the night. They are a wonderful, loving family.

We continue to support them on their journey this Monday with Jack’s funeral, which will be held at 11am in the McPhee Gymnasium. We are privileged to be able to offer our facilities to the family.

Particular thanks go to a number of young men from the Class of 2014, who helped to put together the service.

Whitefriars exists for all members of our community, present and past.

As I write this piece, I am surrounded by the smell of dumplings and all things Asian. It is Multicultural Week at Whitefriars. Such weeks reinforce the diversity of our own population and the need to continue to work at harmonious and productive relationships with all. As we are now officially an International school, we take every opportunity to focus on global citizenship and an outward looking view of the world.

The Whitefriars International Students Program (WISP) is in its 20th year. This is a fine effort. We have a healthy and vigorous program, one much sought after by overseas students. To recognise this achievement the College had a celebration at the Manningham Convention Centre with over 170 people in attendance. It was a night of music, formal talks, dancing and singing (even Elvis made an appearance!). Well done to Mrs Emilia Fields and the international staff team.

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In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017 Principal’s report continued.

The Senior Years production of “The Three Musketeers” has taken place; it was completely produced by the Theatre Studies class. This meant that all lighting, sound and performance cues were student driven. Congratulations to the boys on such a successful and entertaining evening.

The Class of 1997 gathered in the Functions Room last Friday evening. There was a tangible camaraderie in the room along with considerable nostalgia for times past. The interesting aspect to note was the number of these men who have regularly stayed in touch with each other since school days. So many had been to each other’s weddings and family occasions. Whilst the age of the cohort may be twenty years beyond their school time, personalities did not seem to differ too much nor did the telling of tall tales. It was also fascinating to see the diversity of occupations in the room. Whitefriars continues to try to meet the needs of all boys, no matter what their talents, interests and abilities.

Our Year 9 families have had the opportunity to attend one of a number of Study Skills sessions recently. The Theatre has been close to full which tells a tale of high parent interest in their son’s learning. Thank you to the many parents who took up this opportunity.

We have many talented young sportsmen at the College. We also have talented staff. Ms Kelly Hoinville recently won two gold medals at the Tasmanian Open Karate Championships. These were in Super Division 1 and the female open categories. Ms Hoinville is aspiring to both the World and Olympic Championships.

I am on sabbatical for the next few weeks. Mr Brad Bird will be Acting Principal for the first part of that time.

Please keep John Piera (L6) and his family in your thoughts and prayers on the recent loss of his grandfather. May he rest in eternal peace.

Almae In Fide Parentis.

In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Learning @ Whitefriars Mr Mark Ashmore Deputy Principal - Learning and Teaching

Stages of Learning As we learn we experience a variety of emotions and behaviours. The learning process includes stages that allows for new learning, consolidated learning, a time when one may feel like they are ‘treading water’, or even the feeling of ‘drowning’. Every person learns differently and most will experience all four stages of learning described above.

What typically happens when learning something new? What does it feel like? What does it look like?

Think back to a time when you have learnt a new skill – answering a mathematical question, learning to snow ski, drive, speak in public, or to research information.

In learning something new we may experience a lack of control, uncertainty, anxiety; some may experience excitement, joy or even optimism. Effective learners persist, practise, experiment, ask questions, reflect, and construct meaning.

Learning is messy and complex; a normal part of the new learning is that it is difficult or awkward.

Confidence, happiness and energy is built when at a stage of consolidation. A student when consolidating demonstrates their learning, questions the learning in the context they are in, maybe they seek further affirmation; they are engaged in a ‘doing’ phase. Collaboration and making connections with our own experiences, and others, happens at this stage of learning. This ensures that the neural pathways are consolidated and embedded.

Students can become disengaged if they are bored, frustrated, complacent, disruptive, or withdrawn in the process of learning. In this the ‘treading water’ stage, no new or consolidated learning can happen. Likewise, if one is overwhelmed then the drowning stage can develop. Drowning may mean that emotions and behaviours like frustration, despair, defensive responses, vulnerability, isolation, deflection, delusion, and avoidance become evident. People who procrastinate or quit are most likely to be experiencing treading water or drowning.

It is important to note that treading water and drowning are normal states of learning…and these states can shift to new or consolidated learning with a change in mindset or focus. A misconception in student learning, and often the first reaction, is to quickly lose confidence and give up completely.

What do I need to do?

Beliefs, values, mindset, and focus – this self-regulation ensures an emotional response through the pre-frontal cortex of the brain to ensure a strategic response and new or consolidated learning.

Resources are from the International Leadership and Management Program (ILMP) and Educaa (2015, 2017).

Examination Preparation Years 9, 10 and 11 students are now preparing for their Semester One examinations. The examination period (Wednesday 7 June – Thursday 15 June) is an important to time to consolidate learning, practice responses to questions and seek feedback.

Students have been reminded that they may access the Elevate Education website (www.elevateeducation.com.au) to receive strategies in regards to use of class time, studying and examination techniques. Likewise, Year 9 students can use the skills learnt during the recent Study Skills Workshops.

The College understands that examinations are just one way of assessing a student’s knowledge and understanding in their academic studies.

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In preparation for the examinations, students should be demonstrating the skills important to learning as highlighted in our Learning @ Whitefriars document:

- Clarifying what is to be examined in each subject by asking the teacher questions

- Collaborative academic conversations with their peers

- Practicing questions and essays before submitting these to the teacher for feedback.

- Reflecting critically on the learning that has occurred during the semester.

If further strategies are required or if one is experiencing anxiousness over the next coming weeks, they are encouraged to speak with their Pastoral Leader, Head of House, subject teacher or College Psychologist.

Please Note:

Year 11 students accelerating in a Unit 3 subject and Year 10 students accelerating in a Unit 1 subject, or studying a VET course are required to attend examinations as per the examination schedule. When not scheduled to sit an examination students are to attend their accelerated classes as per the Semester One timetable. Year 11 students have student free days during the examination period to study for the Semester One examinations. Year 9 and 10 students are to be at school to attend scheduled study sessions during the Semester One examinations. Year 9 students attend school as normal as the examination schedule is structured within the timetable.

ACC Art Exhibition

The Associated Catholic Colleges (ACC) Arts and Technology exhibition is a celebration of the Art and Technology student work across all ACC schools. The exhibition, in which Whitefriars College is well represented, highlights the artistic and design talents of our Senior Years students. We congratulate the boys and the Visual Arts staff on their achievement in producing work of such an excellent standard.

The Atrium & Deakin Edge Federation Square, Melbourne Wednesday, 31 May 2017 - Sunday, 4 June 2017

Associated Catholic Colleges (ACC) is proud to present its biennial Art & Technology Exhibition. The ACC is an association of 12 Catholic secondary schools for boys, covering various suburbs in and around Melbourne. Over 240 students from years 7 - 12 have been selected by their respective schools to display their exceptional artistic and technological achievements. The Exhibition will run from May 31st to June 4th in "The Atrium" and “Deakin Edge" at Federation Square and will be open for school groups and members of the public to attend. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. For further information on the Exhibition, please visit our website: www.accmelb.com.au and look under “The Arts” menu. The Art and Technology areas included in the exhibition are: Art VCD Photography Ceramics / Sculpture Multimedia Digital Art Systems Engineering Food & Technology Product Design & Technology – wood, metal, plastics & textiles

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Mr Ashley Payne Academic Enrichment Academic Enrichment Coordinator

ICAS Science Competition 2017

Whitefriars College has participated in the International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) Science competition run by the University of New South Wales since 2008 with many top awards going to our students. This competition provides excellent opportunities for all students from Year 7 to Year 12 to advance their knowledge and understandings of Science. The sitting date this year was Tuesday 30 May 2017. We had a fantastic turnout with over 30 students participating. To find out more about the science skills that were assessed, download a PDF version of the ICAS Science assessment framework.

Year 7 -10 students competing in the Science ICAS Competition this week

Rio Tinto Big Science Competition

As part of the Science Enrichment Program this year, students from Years 7 and 8 were invited to participate in the Rio Tinto Big Science Competition this week.

This competition was targeted toward the juniors and more than 19 students competed in the challenge. The response from the students for this competition was overwhelmingly positive and I hope those students continue to develop their love for science as they move into their middle years of schooling. I would also like to thank Dr Stephen Goodall for his coordination and organisation of this event and Mr Kristan Height for his drive and support of the Science Enrichment Program more broadly.

ICAS Digital Technologies Competition 2017

Recently students in Years 9-12 had the opportunity to participate in the annual ICAS (International Competitions and Assessment for Schools) Digital Technologies Competition for 2017. Organised and coordinated by Dr Stephen Goodall (Science Enrichment), the ICAS Digital Technologies competition assesses skills and knowledge in the areas of databases, graphics, multimedia, operating systems and computer hardware and programming. Nine students participated in this program. Results to be released in term 3.

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Mr Ashley Payne Academic Enrichment Academic Enrichment Coordinator

PISA is coming to our school!

Our school has been chosen to represent Australia for the OECD Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) Field Trial which is taking place on 16 June 2017. A random sample of 15-year old students will be part of a once in a lifetime opportunity to represent Australia in education!

PISA is an important part of the National Assessment Program in Australia, which is the measure through which governments, education authorities and schools can determine whether or not young Australians are meeting important educational outcomes. All Australian Education Ministers have agreed to Australian schools’ participation in PISA, which is reflected in the Australian Education Act 2013.

International assessments provide a wide range of valuable information for education policy and review in Australia and overseas and also enable Australia to consider the performance of our education system compared with others.

PISA 2018 is the seventh PISA study that has been conducted since 2000 and involves more than 80 participating countries. The Field Trial for PISA 2018 will be conducted in 2017 and the Main Survey will be conducted in 2018.

What will PISA mean for our school?

Seventy nine students who are randomly selected from our school will be sampled to complete a two-hour computer-based assessment consisting of mathematics, science, financial literacy and reading questions. These students will also be asked to complete a questionnaire.

Every participating school and student has an important role in showing the rest of the world what Australia can do. ACER will provide your school and participating students with a certificate, recognising their contribution. Each student will also receive a small gift in appreciation of their participation.

Students who have been randomly selected have been notified via parent letter home (Click here). A meeting with all randomly selected students was also organised at the start of term further outlining PISA for those students involved. Any queries or questions please feel free to contact me at the College.

Date of Assessment: Friday 16 June PISA School Coordinator: Mr Ashley Payne PISA IT Coordinator: Mr Warren Moseley ACER- PISA Project Information Line Contact: 1800 280 625

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Mrs Anna Gasparini Careers News Careers Adviser

Year 10 parents. The next ‘Work Education’ sessions will take place during 19 - 30 June. Students will work with the Career Advisers to explore courses and study options in their area of interest and to make preliminary selections for their Senior School Program. Students will participate in these sessions during their scheduled Religious Education classes. A schedule of classes will be sent to you shortly. This is an important planning stage for students making the transition into the senior school certificates and every effort should be made to attend. Click here for a copy of the Work Education booklet.

Aspire is La Trobe›s early admissions program which rewards students who volunteer, lead and make a positive impact on their community. Over the past few years, the program has grown exponentially and is highly regarded in the community for recognising that students are more than their ATAR alone

Aspire applications for 2017 open on 1 June and will close on 31 August.

View the ASPIRE video below to get an understanding of the program and the excellence young people achieve through volunteering. Watch the new Aspire video.

Click here for the latest Careers, Courses and Study Newsletter

Useful Links www.vtac.edu.au www.atarcalc.com www.vcaa.vic.edu.au www.umat.acer.edu.au www.gooduniversitiesguide.com.au

Reminders All Year 12 students are required to make an appointment to see the Careers Advisers Year 12 VCE Swinburne University Experience, 29 June UMAT Registrations due by 3 June Go to www.acer.edu.au UMAT Testing Day 27 July Australian Catholic University Early Achievers Program (EAP) Applications open 26 April and close 17 July acu.edu.au/early-achievers La Trobe University ASPIRE Early Admissions Program – applications open 1 June and close 31 August. Go to www.latrobe.edu.au/aspire Year 10 Work Education session 19 - 30 June. Year 10 Senior Pathways Parent information evening and subject expo, 25 July Year 9 and 10 Course Advice Day 23 August

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Mrs Anne Maree Wight Edith Stein House Report Head of House

Term 1 has seen a fantastic, action-packed start to 2017 for Edith Stein House. The boys settled in very quickly and have approached the year with an enthusiastic and energetic outlook - it is especially great to see a positive example being set by the senior boys, making all new students feel welcome and ensuring that they understand what it means to be a member of Stein. At the beginning of the year the Year 12s had their camp at Mannix College, with the Year 7s heading off to Camp Manyung shortly after. Both groups thoroughly enjoyed themselves – the Year 7s especially seemed to be in their element; with plenty of energy and such a shared, positive attitude, the future is looking bright for Stein House. Our passionate leadership team is showing great promise and initiative. Each Pastoral Care group elected their HRC representatives and Ms Wight and the PCTs selected our Senior House Leaders. We acknowledge and congratulate the following boys: Stein Senior Leaders: Connor Dineen 12 E4 House Captain, Xavier O’Neill 11 E3 House Vice-Captain, Harrison Kerwin 12 E7, Fletcher Dean 12 E7, Emerson Gomes 11 E5, Bevan Fernandes 11 E4, Ronan Miller 11 E6, Harvey Deane 11 E4, Will Stark 11 E1, Liam Jones 10 E6, Conor O’Farrell 10 E3, Tyler Kerwin 10 E2 and Nick Canil 10 E2. Stein HRC Representatives: Suriel Youssef - E1, Oliver Pietrobon - E2, Luke Bajan - E3, Bevan Fernandes – E4, Emerson Gomes – E5, Jack Sims – E6 and Dylan Simonella – E7.

Earlier this year the Year 7 members of Stein and their families were invited to be a part of the traditional House Badge Presentation, followed by a gathering around the Reflective Garden where the boys and their families could talk with each other, with Ms Wight, other Pastoral staff and a few of the senior students. It was clear that everyone had found new friendships, enjoyed themselves and settled in well to Whitefriars and more specifically, to the House of Edith Stein. So far 2017 has been successful for inter-House competitions, with Stein coming a strong second in the House Athletics Carnival to Lisieux. The effort and participation on the day of the Athletics Carnival was fantastic and the fact that students put their hands up for almost every event meant we consistently achieved great results across the board. The help and organisation from the all members of Stein, especially some of the senior students and staff, was awesome, and ensured the day ran smoothly for our House. Stein has decided to change its charity focus for 2017 towards raising money for the Movember Foundation that was set up in 2003 by former Whitefriars College students, Adam Garone, Travis Garone, Luke Slattery (Class of 1991). Our own Mr Mike Jackson, Pastoral Teacher for E6, is a member of the Class of 1991 as well and has worked very hard to raise money for Movember over the past few years at Whitefriars. His efforts have inspired the boys, so we thought it only appropriate to support this excellent Foundation and its work this year. From very humble beginnings, the Foundation and has grown to be a very significant global force in promoting and providing funding for various Men’s Health issues. These include prostate cancer and testicular cancer, as well as mental health and suicide prevention. Our particular focus with the Stein students will be on raising their awareness of men’s mental health issues and on raising funds to support programs related to this crucial area, including suicide prevention. Our House Feast Day last week was a great celebration of our House and also a great fundraising venture for what we have called ‘Movember in May’. To initiate conversations about the charity and fundraising drive amongst the House and the wider College community, the Year 12 Stein students have been growing moustaches this month! It was amazing to see all the moustaches out in force, whether they were real ones by the Year 12s or fake ones from all the other year levels. All of Stein gathered in the Chapel for our feast day Mass which was hosted by former principal of Whitefriars College, Fr Paul Cahill. We were all reminded of the life of Edith Stein and how she is such an important figure in our lives today. Lunch was served in the functions room following the mass, with moustache awards being handed out and a photo booth set up for students to take photos with a giant purple moustache that was made by E1 Pastoral Teacher Mr Johnson. All the boys enjoyed themselves throughout the day and it was great to see the Year 7s experience their first Stein Feast Day! I would just like to thank all of the Senior House leaders, the Pastoral Care Teachers and Ms Wight for all the hard work that they put in to make sure the day ran as smoothly as possible. A special mention also to Liam Jones 10 E6 who baked 190 cupcakes for the whole House to enjoy! Congratulations to all Stein boys for their efforts so far this year! I hope to see our positive attitude, responsibility and enthusiasm continue throughout 2017. Connor Dineen, Stein House Captain

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Mrs Jill Fitzsimons English Learning Leader English

VCAA Plain English Speaking Award The Plain English Speaking Competition was a fantastic experience that has helped with my public speaking capabilities and general communication. The competition was divided into two parts, the prepared speech and the impromptu. For my prepared speech I discussed the issues with social media shame culture and for the impromptu we were given the topic: ‘Real learning doesn’t occur within the classroom’. The competition was tight between us and the other schools including OLMC, Bundoora Secondary, St Monica’s, and Parade. Overall the competition was very helpful and I’d like to thank Mrs Fitzsimons for her help in assisting Tom Dillon and I with preparation for the competition.

Alex Vander Year 10

On Monday 29 May, Alex and I went to OLMC Heidelberg to participate in VCAA’s Plain English Speaking Award (PESA) competition. This competition encourages senior students to create an oral on a relevant global topic and deliver their own point of view. Catholic schools from around the Heidelberg area came together at OLMC to spectate one another’s speeches. PESA comprises of two parts; a prepared, 6 minute speech, and an impromptu 3 minute oral with 4 minute preparation time. PESA provides aspiring public speakers with an opportunity to speak their mind on a contemporary issue whilst also honing their own speaking skills.

Tom Dillon, English Captain

Students and teachers who recently took part in the following programs; Rotary Ainger Public Speaking Competition Rotary’s Mock United Nations Assembly (MUNA) VCAA’s Plain English Speaking Award.

Mr Mike Jackson Languages Language Teacher

Congratulations to Samuel Cant, Hayden Guest and Dominic Bucknell of Year 8 for progressing to the final round of the Indonesian Sayembara oral language competition. They have been chosen by the competition’s examiners to compete in the finals at Melbourne University on Saturday 3 June. We wish them the best of success and commend them for their hard work.

Samuel Cant Hayden Guest Dominic Bucknell

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International News Mrs Emilia Fields Director - International Student Program

20 Years of International Education at Whitefriars This year, the College is celebrating 20 Years of International Education. On 24 May we enjoyed a fantastic reception at The Manningham Convention Centre. On the night we celebrated our cultural diversity and our commitment to continue to work with the 24 countries we are cooperating with across the globe! Our students have come from 17 of these countries and we have welcomed well over 400 students from all over the world. To the people who contributed to a wonderful evening of multicultural memories, great entertainment, laughter, surprises, fine dining and dancing I say Thank you. My appreciation goes to the whole school community for the hard work and dedication to the Program. It is a whole school approach and all of you are very much part of this wonderful international tapestry. Let us continue to keep our school gates and our hearts open to the wonderful world out there so that we continue to build our Global Village at Whitefriars! I hope you enjoy the photos. Happy 20th Anniversary!

In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Mrs Jenny Corbin Library News Library Leader

Year 7 Wider Reading Genre Challenge: Stories…Escape to Everywhere

The library is excited to be running our new Stories: escape to everywhere – Year 7 Wider Reading program. All year 7 students are currently reading 8 different genres in English classes. It has been a fantastic opportunity to read varying literature, authors and writing styles. In addition to thoughtful reflections, students have been encouraged to submit star ratings and book reviews.

The Great Escape…Whitefriars Reading Challenge Years 8 – 12 and staff

The Competition has begun! Students and staff have signed up to read from a broad range of entertaining reading categories. Students and parents can find out more by accessing ‘The Great Escape’ page from the library page.

Parent Digital Research Sessions - Invitation

The Parent Digital Research Sessions have been well attended and there is still places in the final session coming up on 6 June. The session will be held in the Whitefriars Shortis Library and is free to attend. There is the option to bring a device with data and your parent login and participate in hands-on activities, or view the demonstrations. Students welcome. Some places still available.

Fair Use & Good Habits Online: Tuesday 6 June 7pm – 8pm (click to book) Topics covered: Creative Commons Do you know what your online photos say about you?

Bookings essential through Try Bookings – click the date of each session to book or email with booking information and queries: librarystaff@ whitefriars.vic.edu.au Phone: 9872 8320

Limit 30 participants. See flyer for more information

Library opening hours: 8am – 4.30 Monday -Thursday 8am – 3.30 Friday

Contact Library: [email protected] Ph: 9872 8320

In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Ms Nathalie Fox Performing Arts News Learning Leader - Performing Arts

Theatre Studies Production ‘The Three Musketeers’ Last week the Whitefriars VCE Theatre Studies class presented a production of ‘The Three Musketeers.’ The play was an overall success and a night of fun and exciting theatre. All stagecraft, including costumes, props, set, sound and lighting were design, sourced and constructed by the class as part of our assessment. The whole experience was a great learning experience and has given us a great insight into how to put on a production. The boys should be very proud of the performance as we’ve heard nothing but positive feedback.

Drama Ensemble Performance Night – Sketchfest 2017 On Monday evening, 5 June, our multi talented Drama Ensemble will be presenting their entries in our very first Sketchfest competition. The boys have been scripting, designing and performing over the course of the term, gaining points for each element of their sketches. Come along to see who will be crowned ultimate champion. No tickets are necessary. 7pm Monday in the Healy Wilson Theatre.

Year 7 Concert On 8 June our Year 7 classroom music concert, featuring students who have participated in classroom Music this semester, will be held in the Healy Wilson Theatre. We will also feature performances from student soloists and the Junior Concert Band. Booking details are on the letters sent to the parents concerned.

Classical Soiree We are pleased to announce that our inaugural Classical Soirée is coming up on Wednesday 21 June. We look forward to showcasing our classical ensembles in a similar format to our Jazz Soirée where our ensembles perform in the Functions Room to an audience seated at tables. We will have a guest clinician –Dean Sky Lukas who is a renowned pianist and counter-tenor. Tickets may be purchased for $12 each by accessing the following link:- https://www.trybooking.com/QKDX Colours Presentation Congratulations to the following students who have received their 2016 colours in Music and Drama at a luncheon on Friday. The awards were presented by Mr Finn and we congratulate these boys on their outstanding achievements:- Music Full – Hary Bell, Andrew Bullock, Jascha Coetser, Thomas Croke, Robert Dawson, Kyle Derndorfer, Cormac Dorrat, Emerson Gomes, Will Hewett, Oscar Levi, Daniel Mow, Sebastian Peart, Liam Phelan, Joshua Schoof, Sam Sherlock, Tom Kiraly, Harry Young Music Half – Daniel Almaraz, Max McLean, Joel Monteiro, Connor O’Farrell, Peter Sylaidos, Dimitri Tsivelekis, Liam Jones Drama Full – Tom Kiraly, Matt Spillman, Steven Torounoglou, Harry Bell, Oscar Levi Drama Half – Liam Jones, Matt Kennedy, Jack Schroder, Harry Young

Upcoming Events Classical Soiree – Wednesday 21 June Year 7 Music concert – 8 June 7pm, Healy Wilson Theatre Drama Ensemble Sketchfest – 5 June 7pm, Healy Wilson Theatre. Art and Technology Exhibition - 3 and 4 June. Deakin Edge, Federation Square

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Mr Kristan Height Science Learning Leader - Science

On 18 May, a small group of Year 9 and 10 students went to Deakin University in Geelong to compete in the annual Science and Engineering Competition against eight other schools. There was a wide variety of engineering focused activities that small groups of three of four students had to compete in. Depending on how well you completed the task to a set of criteria, you earned points for your school which contributed to a winner for the day. All of the boys had heaps of fun and really enjoyed competing in their respective tasks and as a school. By the end of the day, with only one activity to go (the bridge), we were tied in second place and only 7 points behind the leaders, St Joseph’s Geelong. We had been working on this all day to ensure the bridge was strong enough to support a moving load of weights, and our position in this activity would largely affect our overall position for the day. Our bridge was able to hold five weights, putting us into second place for the activity and into first overall, meaning we were the winners and will be able to progress into the state finals later in the year. This is the fifth time in seven years of being involved in the Science and Engineering contest that Whitefriars College has won this event.

We would like to thank Mr Sykes and Mr Height for organising the day, mentoring us and allowing us a chance to experience this event.

Patrick Daly Year 10

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Ms Jo Anne Menzies SET News Environment Coordinator

The Sustainability and Environment Team’s term focus on biodiversity has been in full swing the last fortnight. Here is a recap.

Threatened Species - Information Week & Year 9 Indonesian Melbourne Zoo’s Fighting Extinction campaign was the focus for the Library’s Information Week. The Zoo has listed 21 native fauna South-Eastern Australian species that are threatened. Students participated in two Kahoot! Quizzes at lunchtime last Thursday 25 May. Students learnt about the Stuttering frog, Tasmanian Devil’s facial cancer, Helmeted Honeyeater and many other species and what they can do to help. Congratulations to all the students who participated. Well done to the winners! Thank you to Mrs Corbin, Ms Vella and all the library staff who helped run the event. For more information on native threatened species, visit https://www.zoo.org.au/fighting-extinction/priority-native-threatened-species.

The Kahoot! Quiz continued in Mrs Scott’s Year 9 Indonesian class as they are investigating threatened Indonesian species for their Environment Unit. Although Indonesia is only 1.3% of the total world landmass, it has 17% percent of the world’s biodiversity. Unfortunately, it has the highest amount of threatened, vulnerable and endangered species in the world. The sad plight of the Orang-utan is one story, but there are hundreds more. There are only 60 Javan Rhinocerus’ left in the wild. As much as it feels hopeless to do much, everyone can have an impact on helping biodiversity health. Australians have consumer power. Consider avoiding or using alternative products that use sustainable palm oil. The following link is from BOS (Borneo Orang-utan Survival Australia) that lists Palm Oil free or alternative products. Please read their disclaimer.

http://www.orangutans.com.au/Orangutans-Survival-Information/Helping-you-buy-responsibly-Palm-oil-free-alternatives.aspx

Biology Fieldwork The U1 Biology classes completed fieldwork in the College Bushland. Abiotic measurements and vegetation profiles was completed using transect lines and quadrat surveys. The College bushland has significant plant species and some with interesting histories. Early settlers first used the Hazel Pomaderris’ leaves as toilet paper! The boys also learnt how to tell the difference between the native Prickly Moses and the look alike Gorse weed.

Frog Census The College Frog Census concluded last Thursday. Over the month, the Eastern Common Froglet and Southern Brown Frog were recorded. The elusive Southern Toadlet unfortunately was not heard, but Melbourne Water has found a small population at Hillcrest Reserve near the Mullum Mullum Tunnel opening. Thank you to the Manningham City Council education officer, Rebecca Cherubin who led the group during the month and colleague Nigel Philpot and David De-Angelis, an old boy ecology consultant who educated the group on all things frogs. Thank you to the staff and families who gave up their Thursday evenings to come along to the frog census: Mr Firmin, Wallis family, Mr Berryman, The Height family, Ms Ross and her U1 Biology Class, Miss O’Connell, Smith family, Ravenarki family, Minahan family and Mr Melenhorst.

War On Waste Whitefriars College has spent a lot of energy trying to manage our waste and the process continues as we look into better processes and contractors to remove landfill and co-mingled waste. ABC is airing Craig Reucassel’s War On Waste series. He is on a mission to uncover how much waste we produce as a nation and learn what we can about it. To view, ABC Tuesdays 8.30pm or iView or the College click view (please see Ms Scicluna 17/5 email).

EASL Sustainability Conference Whitefriars College participated in the recent Eastern Alliance for Sustainability Learning conference at Box Hill Institute Lilydale. Rob Gell was the inspiring guest speaker and spoke about the importance of student connection with their environment and the futures of schools. Schools from four council municipalities participated and it was a good opportunity to compare, share and be inspired by other school environmental programs.

Sustainable and Environment Team student activity SET meet every Monday lunchtime at the Outdoor Learning Centre. Everyone is welcome. For more details, contact Ms Menzies at [email protected].

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College Calendar Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

5 6 7 8 9 VCAL Community Camp VCAL Community Camp VCAL Community Camp Year 11 Examinations Year 11 Examinations Environment Day English Incursion - Year 11 Examinations Year 10 Examinations Progress Youth Leadership Train to Speak English Incursion - Year 8 Academic Testing Day Program Progress Youth Leadership Train to Speak Program Progress Youth Leadership Parent Digital Research Program Session 3 Carmelite Spirituality - Titus Brandsma 12 13 14 15 16 Queens Birthday Public Year 11 Examinations Year 11 Examinations Year 11 Examinations Student Free Day - Holiday Year 10 Examinations Year 10 Examinations Year 10 Examinations Correction Day Year 9 Examinations Year 9 Examinations Year 9 Examinations PISA Field Trial 2017 Unit 4 English/EAL orals Year 8.1 Bike Day GAT Carmeiite Spirituality - Andew Corsini

19 20 21 22 23 Year 8 English Enrichment Year 9 and 10 House Cross Classical Soirée 7pm Year 10 Social 7pm Avila Feast Day VCAL Project excursion Country Open Morning Tour 9 - 10.30am June 2017

26 27 28 29 30 Intermediate VCAL Work Intermediate VCAL Work Intermediate VCAL Work Intermediate VCAL Work Intermediate VCAL Work Placement Placement Placement Placement Placement Year 9 City Experience Year 9 City Experience Year 9 City Experience Year 9 City Experience Year 9 City Experience Year 8 English Enrichment Year 11 Kairos 2 Year 11 Kairos 2 Year 11 Kairos 2 Year 11 Kairos 2 Year 8.5 Bike Day Senior Cross Country Junior House Cross Country

In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Mrs Marie Cameron College Services College Services Coordinator

Dear Parents, If anyone is able to assist in the Canteen we would appreciate it. Due to the cold weather and many ills we have mothers who have to stay home with their sick children. Just phone Nola 98728308 she will be pleased to hear from you. Entertainment Books. Entertainment books for 2017 are now available. $70 each. Please click here to view the brochure. Books are available from my office as well. I have been told that the digital books are a great success. We look forward to your continued support. Uniform Shops Bob Stewart will be open Thursday April 27 12.30 - 2pm Uniform Exchange Congratulations to Mrs Melissa Dalziel and her helpers in the Uniform Exchange, Last week Melissa was able to hand Mr John Finn a cheque for $7000. Thank you to all the families who support the Uniform Exchange during the year. As well as giving John the cheque we have been able to send College Uniform to East Timor and donate many grey trousers to St. Vincent de Paul. This is a wonderful service to parents and at the moment we have a demand for large size blazers if you have any in the wardrobe please drop them to my office. Canteen and College Service Roster. Please check your roster and where possible try to come on your rostered day. If you cant assist or would like to assist please Phone Nola 98728308 or Marie 98728307. Year 12 Formal Evening This Friday night Year 12 Students and partners along with many staff members will dance the night away at Leonda by the Yarra. We wish them all a wonderful night. Mother and Son Mass More details to follow on this mass to be held in July.

Our love prayers and deepest sympathy is extended to the Stanbrook family on the passing of their son and brother Jack. Jack was part of the 2014 Class. May he be at peace in the arms of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.

Contact us at [email protected] Michael Mimmo, President Ruth Marr, Vice President Lucy Corrente, Secretary Don Chesterman, Treasurer

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Invites you to an Kiwanis Club of Manningham Old Movie Afternoon

Come and experience how your grandparents met!

Sunday, 4 June 2017 Whitefriars College is raising funds. 2:00 p.m. start Here's how you can help... Whitefriars Theatre

Donvale, Victoria

Support our fundraising by buying the NEW 2017 | 2018 Entertainment Membership for your Mum, The afternoon includes: other family members, or even spoil yourself this Mother's Day. Entertainment Memberships are A Newsreel filled with hundreds of valuable offers for Cartoons everything you love to do, and you'll be helping our Proceeds to support fundraising at the same time! The Feature Film: HeartKids and other Kiwanis community projects

Cost: $15.00 Adults

$ 5.00 Students Whitefriars College Contact: Marie Cameron 0398728307 [email protected] To order your Book or your Digital Membership securely online visit: Price includes free tea and coffee Other drinks and confectionery available for sale www.entbook.com.au/18438n9 For more information, contact:

20% from every Membership sold contributes to supporting our fundraising Sean Keefe 9872 8238 [email protected]

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In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Our Lady of Sion College Parents Association presents….. International Guest Speaker – Margie Warrell

Our Lady of Sion College is committed to helping girls flourish and make the most of the opportunities that life has to offer.

Wednesday, As the founder of Global Courage in 2010, she continues to work to empower women to be braver leaders across all sectors of society, therefore we are delighted to be hosting Margie Warrell, as 26 July 2017 our 2017 Guest Speaker on 20 June 2017. This event is not to be missed and we encourage, parents to come along with their daughter/s Manningham and find out more about: Promoting • What holds young women back from success; • What can be achieved when good risks are taken; • What students can do now – ‘take home changes’; and Character • How parents can help support their daughters to flourish

We think Margie’s message is so useful for young women that you are welcome to share presents booking details with family and friends.

If you would like to know more about Margie and what she has to offer further inspiration can be “An evening found at margiewarrell.com . with Sheeds” For booking queries please contact Margaret via email [email protected] , for other queries please contact Christine Kralj – Deputy Principal Student Wellbeing via email (coach of 678 games) [email protected] or Telephone 9890 9097.

Our Lady of Sion College is proud to host

6.30pm Bestselling author and international speaker, Margie is passionate about helping young women lead more purposeful lives and make their own unique mark on the world.

20 June 2017 7.00 - 8.00pm (Supper afterwards) “An evening with Sheeds” RSVP: 15 June 2017

Cost: $20 per family Wednesday, 26 July 2017 at 6.30pm Parents/Guardians are encouraged to bring their daughter

Veneto Club, 191 Bulleen Rd, Bulleen Bookings: Trybookings https://www.trybooking.com/QFKX $50 per person (2 course dinner & cash bar)

Book online at www.trybooking.com/QGST Further enquiries— Liz Guiver 0403 964596

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Mr Gavin Kellar Sports Report Faculty Head - Sport

Sport Report Badminton

The ACC Open Badminton tournament started with a cold morning. There was a bit of drama filling a team, so firstly, I would like to thank Mr Burton and Mrs Smith for taking us there. Secondly, I would like to thank a few of the following Year 12s; Keaton Airs, Alex Killender and Kyle Derndorfer for filling in and keeping the morale up all day.

Everyone in the team was happy to give everything a go and not to give up. A very good example of the ‘never giving up’ principal we have at Whitefriars College, Owen Yu and Corliss Xian were losing 14-6 and suddenly came back to 18-19 – just narrowly losing by the sound of the bell.

Finally, The Junior tournament held on 4 May was an overall successful day. We finished third overall. We were undefeated until we played Salesian and Mazenod. Tiandu Liu and Wilson Low were the standouts, pushing the team to do better throughout the day.

A big thank you must go to Mr Burton for the work that he put in to both teams being able to compete on the day.

Keegan Hakim, Badminton Captain

Sport Report Cross Country

The 2017 Cross Country season is ready to get rolling. As we had with the Athletics season, there will be an emphasis on fun, staff/student involvement and general fitness through our ‘High Performance’ training within the Cross Country program. It is an opportunity for Students and Staff of all ages, ability levels and different sports the chance to achieve their personal fitness goals in a group environment, whether it be for Elite junior competition or to enjoy the health and wellbeing benefits of regular exercise. We are once again fortunate to have the expertise of four-time Olympian Craig Mottram to coach a multi-faceted running program for Whitefriars on our Wednesday morning sessions, as this forms the basis for all sporting and fitness pursuits. To succeed at any sport now you have to be an athlete and Craig’s coaching will definitely assist in this area. Cross Country (High Performance) training sessions occur 1-2 times a week, 7am (Guggenheimer Gymnasium). Below are the key Cross Country dates for Term 2: Date Event/Meeting Time/Venue Wednesday 7 June Training Meet 7.05am in the Guggenheimer Gym, 4-7kms Whitefriars College grounds/Ester Freeway track/Halliday Park(followed by a light breakfast) Wednesday 14 June Training Meet 7.05am in the Guggenheimer Gym, 4-7kms Whitefriars College grounds/Ester Freeway track/Halliday Park(followed by a light breakfast) Saturday 17 June Victorian Championships - Bundoora Park 10am U/14 and U/16; 11.30am U/18 and Open

Wednesday 21 June Training Meet 7.05am in the Guggenheimer Gym, 4-7kms Whitefriars College grounds/Ester Freeway track/Halliday Park(followed by a light breakfast) Tuesday 27 June Middle School Cross Country - Session 5

Wednesday 28 June Senior School cross Country - Session 4

Thursday 29 June Junior School Cross Country - Session 5

Other key events to note: Saturday mornings – Mullum Mullum Park Runs (8am Donvale – Optional); Wednesday 13 September – ACC Cross Country Championships – Bundoora Park (Term 3). Looking forward to a big season of running at Whitefriars!” Scott Benedict, Oscar Aliotta and Travis Baker – 2017 Cross Country Captains

In Fide Newsletter Issue 8 2 June 2017

Cross Country Round 2 Report

Round 2 of the Victorian All Schools Cross Country series was held on Saturday 20 May at the fast-paced circuit of Albert Park, South Melbourne.

With a few layers of fitness in the boy’s legs since starting training with Olympian Craig Mottram, we were hungry to match it with some of the other Secondary Schools across Victoria over 2km or 3km.

Our Year 7 to 9 teams strung-together some scintillating efforts, which included Year 7 young-gun Noah Wright closing in a time of 7.45 minutes and Year 8 teammate Tom Sonderhof in a time of 7.52 minutes for the 2-kilometre circuit.

Tackling the 3 kilometre circuit, our Year 10-12 teams sought to follow in fine form after the juniors. Year 10 400-metre sprinter Hugh Parrott stepped up the distance; stopping the clock in a solid time of 9.56 minutes, while Year 11 teammate Matthew Bagnara emerged not far behind with a well- earned run of 10.38 minutes. Making his long-anticipated return to the racing scene was Year 12 runner Eamon Wright, coasting through his leg of the relay circuit in a smart 10.06 minutes.

Once again, Whitefriars pulled together another fantastic team of 22 students after many years of racing the All-Schools series. Thank you to Mr Kellar, Mr Loprevite, Mr Cotter and Mr Worner who assisted in recording some of these fantastic efforts.

Our next event is the third and final round of the Victorian All-Schools series at Bundoora Park on Saturday 17 June, culminating as part of the State Cross Country Championships!

As Captains, Oscar, Travis and myself have really enjoyed the commitment to the weekend events and would love to see more! If you would like to compete, please email Mr Kellar before 5 June. Scott Benedict, 2017 Cross Country Captain Sport reports Golf Earlier this month the Whitefriars Golf team comprising of Marcus Raptopoulos, Hugh Hassel, Bevan Fernandes, Ryan Siow, Conor O’Farrell, Jack Knight and myself travelled to the Northern Golf Club for the annual ACC Open golf tournament. The 18 hole tournament proved a challenging and eventful day for the team who ended up finishing in fifth place in Division one with 397 strokes between the top four golfers. Despite valiant efforts from all the boys the team failed to remain in division one of the strong competition and as a result next year will compete for the division two title. Some great individual performances by number one ranked golfer Marcus Raptopoulos who shot the lowest score for Whitefriars on the day and strong efforts from the remaindered of the young team shows immense hope and promise for the coming years. With the junior tournament fast approaching in October there will be another chance for our young Whitefriars team to compete for a premiership. A big thank you must go to Mr Dalrymple for the work that he put in to us being able to compete on the day. Nick Dunmill, Golf Captain

Bevan Fernandes Conor O’Farrell Jack Knight

Finally Congratulations to the following boys:

Callum White (Year 7 C5) who competed in the Victorian Secondary Schools Orienteering Championships 2017 on Friday 19 May and represented Whitefriars proudly. Callum competed in a class above his age group (M14A, not M13A) and came 2nd! This result now puts him in with a chance for selection into the Victorian Secondary Schools Team.

Nicholas Coffield, College Football Captain, has been selected in the Victorian Metropolitan U/18 football sides and will compete in the NAB National Championships against the best footballing talent in the country. The carnival begins on Sunday 18 June at Subiaco against Western Australia before taking on Victorian Country (June 24), South Australia (June 30) and the Allies (July 5).

Well done boys!

If your son has been selected in any state or national sides please feel free to let me know via my email address [email protected] so that I can give them recognition in this report. For any information regarding the ACC including Results and Ladders and Updated Fixtures/Venues go to www.accmelb.com.au

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Mr Gavin Kellar Sports Report continued Faculty Head - Sport

Good Sports Nominations

Each week we have many students who excel in Sport, whether it is in ACC Sport or Non-ACC Sport. Each week staff members are asked to nominate students who have demonstrated excellence via their performances, participation, sportsmanship, cooperation and teamwork. The following students have been nominated as GOOD SPORTS for this week:

Year 12: Scott Benedict Oscar Aliotta Travis Baker Eamon Wright Kyle Derndorfer Ryan Mason-Virtue Loughlin Hooper Year 11: Ricky Hou Xavier Corbin Matthew Ravenarki Year 10: Ben Worner Hugh Parrott Joel Ferguson Year 8: Lachie Parrott Patrick Cotter James Newman Logan Batchelor Jonas Morrison Tom Sonderhof Oscar O’Connor Year 7: Noah Wright

ACC Match Results

Football Soccer

1st XVIII: Senior 1st XI: Whitefriars 13 / 7 / 85 def. Parade 5 / 10 / 40 Whitefriars 2 def. St Bede’s 8

2nd XVIII: Senior 2nd XI: Whitefriars 21 / 12 / 138 def. Mazenod 9 / 6 / 60 Whitefriars 0 def. by Salesian 11

Year 10: Year 10: Whitefriars 6 / 5 / 41 def. by St Bernard’s 14 / 11 / 95 Whitefriars 0 drew Mazenod 0

Year 10 (2): Bye Year 9: Whitefriars 0 drew St Bernard’s 0 Year 9 (1): Whitefriars 15 / 10 / 100 def. Mazenod 5 / 8 / 38 Year 8 (1): Whitefriars 0 def. by. St Bernard’s 8 Year 9 (2): Whitefriars 20 / 17 / 137 def. Mazenod 2 / 2 / 14 Year 8 (2): Whitefriars 0 def. by. St Bernard’s 2 Year 8 (1): Whitefriars 10 / 9 / 69 def. St Bedes 6 / 7 /43 Year 7 (1): Whitefriars 1 def. by. St Bede’s 2 Year 8 (2): Bye Year 7 (2): Year 7 (1): Whitefriars 1 def. by. Parade 7 Whitefriars 2 / 3 / 15 def. by. St Bede’s 7 / 11 / 53

Year 7 (2): Whitefriars 4 / 11 / 35 drew Mazenod 5 / 5 / 35

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Mr Gavin Kellar Sports Report continued Faculty Head - Sport

ACC Fixtures

Next Week For ACC Fixtures I have included the venue and the Estimated Return Time (ERT) to Whitefriars to assist parents collecting students.

Tuesday 6 June Middle Sport Year 9 (1) Football – Round 8 v. St Joseph’s FTG At Whitefriars College, Main Oval Year 10 (1) Football – Round 8 v. Mazenod At Mazenod College, Mulgrave Year 9 (2) Football – Round 8 v. Salesian At Whitefriars College, Bottom Oval Year 10 (2) Football – Round 8 v. Salesian At Salesian College, Chadstone Year 10 (1) Soccer – Semi Final v. Parade At Parade College, Bundoora

Wednesday 7 June Senior Sport Senior Football 2nd XIII – Semi Final v. Salesian At Whitefriars College, Main Oval

Thursday 8 June Junior Sport

Year 7 (1) Football – Round 8 v. St Bernard’s At Whitefriars College, Bottom Oval Year 8 (1) Football – Round 8 v. Parade At Whitefriars College, Main Oval (12pm start) Year 7 (2) Football – Round 8 v. Salesian At Salesian College, Chadstone Year 8 (3) Football – Round 8 v. Parade At Whitefriars College, Main Oval Year 7 (1) Soccer – Round 8 v. Salesian At Whitefriars College, Soccer (1pm start) Year 8 (1) Soccer – Round 8 v. Simmonds At J.J. Holland Park Year 7 (2) Soccer – Round 8 v. Salesian College At Whitefriars College, Soccer Year 8 (2) Soccer – Round 6 v. Salesian At Salesian College, Mannix Campus (2.15pm start)