Inside this EditionAcademic Report – Senior School 2014

Diary Dates

Principal’s Tours

The Marist Corner

For your Reflection

Southern Cross Newspaper

Living Catholic e-Newsletter

CESA Community News

Cathfamily

ANZAC Day at the Cove

Seior School – Rules for Assessment

Counselling Corner

Senior School Chromebooks in 2015

Guidelines for Good Gaming

From the Head of Middle School

Middle School Student Leaders to attend Leadership Conference

Fee Accounts for the Middle School

Middle School Canteen

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Road Safety

Uniform – Sports Socks

Year 9 Swimming Report

Middle School Parent/Carer/Teacher Interviews

Middle School Office Hours and Duty of Care

Dental Care for your Children

Year 6 Camp

Federation News

Tri-Schools Uniform Shop

Lost Property

Marymount College Tour

Christ the King School Fete

Advocates for the Rights of Parents and Caregivers

A Night on the Green

Thought about Fostering

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Celebrating 2014 Academic AchievementsOn Tuesday February 10, our 38 merit winners from the Year 12 cohort of 2014 (who between them achieved 51 merits) attended a special Merit Ceremony in the gardens of Government House. They received their Merit Certificates from the Governor of South Australia, His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le, and were accompanied by their families and Mr Steve Byrne.

The next day our Sacred Heart College community gathered together at our annual Laureate Assembly to publicly and collectively acknowledge the significant academic achievements of both the Merit winners and students who achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) over 90.

The Dux of the College, Sam White, gave a wonderful speech which commenced with a tribute to his friend Jacob Murphy. He then outlined his own study method and gave sage advice to all students about setting goals and remaining focused:

“I believe that developing a strong sense of direction in regards to your academic pathway long before your final year of schooling is highly beneficial.”

Sam outlined five things to consider:• Treat your academic year like a competitive game or sport – when you go to look at your results, view them

not as a comparison to other students, but a comparison to your hardest working self.• Trust yourself – you can never lose from having faith in yourself, because failure only brings experience and

renewed ambition to achieve.• Whilst it is important to maintain a balanced lifestyle during your high school years, there are some

necessary sacrifices that need to be made.• It is absolutely crucial that you maintain your escapes from school life, whether it be through sport, the arts

or social events. Therefore, you must be prepared to improve your study time efficiency.• My final tip specifically refers to exam revision – you should not underestimate just how beneficial it can be

to sit back and critique your own study habits.

Sam achieved an ATAR of 99.95. Only 16 students across the state achieved this milestone – the highest ATAR possible. He was also awarded a Governor of South Australia Commendation for 2014 (one of only 26 across the state to receive this prestigious award). In addition, despite being awarded a University of Adelaide Undergraduate Scholarship for 2015, he has chosen to study Double Degree Medicine at the University of Sydney (Bachelor of Science (Advanced) and Doctor of Medicine).

With an ATAR of 99.8, Hollie Moran received the award of Dux Proxime Accessit (Latin for: “he/she came next”). Hollie has also been awarded the University of Adelaide Principal’s Scholarship worth a significant sum towards her university fees. She has been offered a place at the University of Adelaide to study for a Bachelor of Molecular Biology.

We were very privileged to have Dr Matthew Liptak (old scholar 1984–86) as the guest speaker for the assembly. He gave a remarkable tribute to Sam and provided the audience with inspiring advice on how to achieve your best – he delivered his own pearls of wisdom such as; always “take the opportunities that arise” (which is much like “catching the perfect wave”); “be courageous”; and “always be ready to be ready”. All-in-all, the Laureate Assembly was a joyous and special occasion that will stay in the hearts of our 2014 graduates for years to come.

Mrs Gail Morgan, Assistant Principal Curriculum

Sacred Heart College, Issue 2, Week 4, Wednesday 18 February, 2015

Academic Report – Senior School 2014The Year 12 students of 2014 performed at an exceptional level with 80 students achieving an ATAR over 90 – which places them in the top 10% of students in the State and also situates them in the top 10% of the nation. Eleven students secured scores in excess of 99.0 which places them in the top 1% of the SACE cohort. This is truly outstanding!

Of the 314 students who applied for ATAR related courses at university, 25.5% achieved an ATAR over 90. In total, 141 of these students (45%) students secured an ATAR in excess of 80, which signifies a commendable level of achievement. The mix of students continues to be varied with a number of students studying part-time and/or studying at more than one year level, including a selection of Year 11 students studying one or more Year 12 20-credit subjects.

The table below shows the steady improvement in the ATAR achieved by our students:

Year ATAR greater than 80.0 ATAR greater than 90.02014 45 % 25.5 %2013 42.5 % 23 %2012 42.8 % 22.7 %

Dux of the College 2014 – Samuel White 99.95

Governor of South Australia Commendation – Samuel White

Merit RecipientsSacred Heart College Senior School provides a broad selection of subjects in Year 12. In 2014, 44 Tertiary Admissions Subjects (TAS) and 2 non-TAS subjects were offered for study. This year 38 students achieved 51 A+ Merits in 16 subjects. In addition, 65 A+ grades were awarded for outstanding achievement by 37 students.

NO MERIT CERTIFICATE SUBJECT

5 Samuel WhiteChemistry, English Studies, Physics, Research Project B, Modern History (2013)

3 Hollie Moran Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods

3 Alexander Wong Chemistry, Mathematical Studies, Research Project B

3 Lauren Clarke English Studies, Psychology, Religion Studies (2013)

3 Shana O’Toole English Studies, Psychology, Research Project B

2 Aidan Norbury Biology, Psychology

2 Daniel Bendo Chemistry, Physics

2 Declan Jamieson Research Project B, Mathematical Studies (2013)

2 Sascha Kelly Classical Studies, Research Project B

1 Nicholas Booth Food & Hospitality

1 Matthew Camacho (Year 11) Biology

1 Mason Crossman (Year 11) Biology

1 Courtney Donnellan Tourism

1 Rachel Favilla Food & Hospitality

1 Tiarna Harfield Food & Hospitality

Particular commendations are extended to the following students who achieved Merit Certificates in Year 12 while still enrolled in Year 11.

Matthew Camacho Biology

Mason Crossman Biology

Oliver Heaney Religion Studies

Tyler Kelly Accounting

Isabelle Price Workplace Practices (Marden Senior College – Surf Life Saving)

NO MERIT CERTIFICATE SUBJECT

1 Oliver Heaney (Year 11) Religion Studies

1 Ashleigh Hill Food & Hospitality

1 Tyler Kelly (Year 11) Accounting

1 Luke Mitchell English Communications

1 Katrina Pantillano English Communications

1 Isabelle Price (Year 11) Workplace Practices

1 Mary-Anne Sexton English Communications

1 Nicholas Shanks Business and Enterprise

1 Claudia Caruso Research Project B

1 Georgia Crossman Research Project B

1 Amelia Galpin Research Project B

1 Alexander Gwiazdzinski Research Project B

1 Rhys Jiannis Research Project B

1 Francesca Kidd Research Project B

1 Tom Lancaster Research Project B

1 Jacob Murphy Research Project B

1 Callum Reid Research Project B

1 Daina Ross Research Project B

1 Jayden Sharrad Research Project B

1 Lucy Sladic Research Project B

1 Jessie Taylor Research Project B

1 Jack Turton Research Project B

1 Naomi Warmer Research Project B

Well done to the following teachers whose students achieved A+ Merits:

SUBJECT TEACHER MERIT CERTIFICATEAccounting Donna Blight Tyler Kelly (Year 11)

Biology Paul Manning Matthew Camacho (Year 11)

Biology Paul Manning Mason Crossman (Year 11)

Biology Helen McCarthy Hollie MoranBiology Clayton Beal Aidan NorburyBusiness & Enterprise Adriana Cvorkov Nicholas ShanksChemistry Angelo Pirone Daniel BendoChemistry Alicia Sampson Hollie MoranChemistry Alicia Sampson Samuel WhiteChemistry Angelo Pirone Alexander WongClassical Studies Robyn Eaton Sascha Kelly

English Communications Meredith Jones Luke Mitchell

English Communications Tracey Dorian Katrina Pantillano

English Communications Tracey Dorian Mary-Anne Sexton

English Studies Tracey Dorian Lauren ClarkeEnglish Studies Tracey Dorian Shana O’TooleEnglish Studies Tracey Dorian Samuel WhiteFood & Hospitality Judy O’Dea Nicholas BoothFood & Hospitality Mary Labozzetta Rachel FavillaFood & Hospitality Mary Labozzetta Tiarna HarfieldFood & Hospitality Mary Labozzetta Ashleigh Hill

Mathematical Methods Sharon Thamm Hollie Moran

Mathematical Studies Damien Henry Alexander WongPhysics Alan Pepper Daniel BendoPhysics Alan Pepper Samuel WhitePsychology Shannon Jones Lauren ClarkePsychology Shannon Jones Aidan NorburyPsychology Helen McCarthy Shana O’Yoole

The inaugural winner of the Sacred Heart College Vocational and Training Award: TORI WILMOT

Students who achieved an ATAR greater than 90

ATAR NAME ATAR NAME ATAR NAME ATAR NAME ATAR NAME99.95 Samuel White 97.6 Nicholas Booth 96.75 Megan Broadbent 94.35 Stephen Connelly 92.65 Gabrielle Rosa

99.8 Hollie Moran 97.5 Amelia Galpin 96.6 Lucy Page 94.3 Ashleigh Hill 92.55 Eliza Kitschke99.75 Alexander Wong 97.5 Cloe Jolly 96.35 Alecia Gee 94.3 Matthew Hudson 92.3 Luke Green

99.7 Lauren Clarke 97.45 Olivia Brinkworth 96.05 Beth Klenner 94.15 Jacqueline Vrettis 92.3 Imma Perfetto99.55 Daniel Bendo 97.35 Georgia Crossman 95.4 Rachel Favilla 93.9 Katherine Caruso 92.05 Madison Harris99.55 Declan Jamieson 97.35 Courtney Donnellan 95.4 Thomas Penfold 93.9 Rebecca Fry 92.05 Daniel Moroney

99.5 Shana O’Toole 97.35 Emma Zeitz 95.25 Davina Malycha 93.9 Josica Pietraroia 92.05 Helena Plush99.45 Aidan Norbury 97.15 Naomi Warmer 94.8 Briony Lucas 93.9 Damian Ruiz 92.05 Nicholas Shanks99.15 Sascha Kelly 97 Tom Lancaster 94.75 Ellen Kessling 93.9 Lucy Sladic 91.8 Jack Turton99.15 Matthew Langridge 97 Charlotte McGowan 94.75 Isaac Nicholls 93.65 Laura Mcmahon 91.6 Madeline Gilder

99 Luke Mitchell 96.95 Jessica Houlahan 94.75 Mary-Anne Sexton 93.6 April Greenham 91.05 Madeline McCallum98.9 Douglas Proud 96.95 Laura Kelly 94.75 Martha Taylor 93.6 Lorna Shore 90.85 Claudia Caruso98.4 Daina Ross 96.95 Danyon Loud 94.55 Francesca Kidd 93.6 Sara Threadgold 90.75 Tiarna Harfield

98.15 Benjamin Smith 96.95 Erin Mack 94.5 Joshua Allison 93.1 Victor Yin 90.3 Callum Reid98.05 Niamh Henry 96.95 Jacob Murphy 94.5 Brittany Miller 92.85 Heyson Hinge 90.2 Rhys Jiannis97.75 Tom Laverty 96.8 Alexander Manariotis 94.5 Jonathan Stephens 92.65 Sarah Hall 90.2 Georgia Kramm

SUBJECT TEACHER MERIT CERTIFICATEReligion Studies Alex Dighton Oliver Heaney (Year 11)

Tourism Veronika Von Bujdoss Courtney Donnellan

Workplace Practices Mandy Hank-Rego (Marden Senior College)

Isabelle Price (Year 11)

Research Project B Veronika Von Bujdoss Claudia Caruso

Research Project B Adriana Cvorkov Georgia CrossmanResearch Project B Bianca Pittman Amelia Galpin

Research Project B Rachel Aldrich Alexander Gwiazdzinski

Research Project B Tracey Dorian Declan JamiesonResearch Project B Shannon Jones Rhys JiannisResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Sascha KellyResearch Project B Shannon Jones Francesca KiddResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Tom LancasterResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Jacob MurphyResearch Project B Majo Bogatec Shana O’TooleResearch Project B Rachel Aldrich Callum ReidResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Daina RossResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Jayden SharradResearch Project B Rachel Aldrich Lucy SladicResearch Project B Meredith Jones Jessie TaylorResearch Project B Meredith Jones Jack TurtonResearch Project B Shannon Jones Naomi WarmerResearch Project B Tracey Dorian Samuel WhiteResearch Project B Majo Bogatec Alexander Wong

Mathematical Studies (2013)

James Grant (2013) Declan Jamieson

Modern History (2013)

Kaye Frearson (2013) Samuel White

Religion Studies (2013)

Daniel Head (2013) Lauren Clarke

Students who undertook university study

University of Adelaide HeadstartEmma ZeitzPrinciples of Micro-economics 1 .............................DistinctionPrinciples of Macro-economics 1............................DistinctionErin MackIntroduction to Australian Politics..........................DistinctionShakespeare ...................................................................Distinction

Flinders University Extension StudiesAidan NorburyMedicine: How your body works: Human Physiology & Structure ...............................High DistinctionNutrition & Dietetics: Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health .....................................High DistinctionLucy PageMedicine: How your body works: Human Physiology & Structure ...............................DistinctionNutrition & Dietetics: Nutrition, Physical Activity and Health ....................................High DistinctionLaura KellyHistory: Modern Europe, 1900-1945 .....................High DistinctionHistory: Modern Europe, 1945-Present ................DistinctionSam WhiteMathematics 1A ............................................................High DistinctionMathematics 1B ............................................................DistinctionGeorgia HillIndonesian, Introductory: Part 1 .............................DistinctionIndonesian, Introductory: Part 2 .............................DistinctionVictor Yin Business: Accounting Principles ..............................High DistinctionBusiness: Financial Accounting Processes .........................................................................Credit

Danyon LoudMedicine: How your body works: Human Physiology & Structure ...............................DistinctionPhilosophy: The Individual in Society ...................PassDaina RossPhilosophy: Critical Reasoning ................................High DistinctionNaomi WarmerPsychology 1A ...............................................................High DistinctionJosh AllisonInternational Relations: An Introduction .............DistinctionMegan BroadbentPsychology 1A ...............................................................DistinctionLauren ClarkePsychology 1A ...............................................................DistinctionMadi HarrisBusiness: Accounting Principles ..............................DistinctionCloe JollyPsychology 1A ...............................................................DistinctionHollie MoranMedicine: How your body works: Human Physiology & Structure ...............................DistinctionStephen ConnellyChemistry: Chemical Structure and Bonding ...................................................................CreditGeorgia CrossmanPsychology 1A ...............................................................CreditGiselle Walford Business: Management, People & Organisations .............................................................Pass

For the purpose of calculating an ATAR, the SACE Board has determined that university grades are converted in the following way:

High Distinction = 20 Distinction = 19.8 Credit = 18 Pass = 15.8

Distribution of Final GradesA+ A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D D- E+ E E- N

2014 65 170 273 278 310 281 255 188 90 30 10 2 1 3 2 0

2013 53 138 219 283 318 318 259 211 73 19 5 7 3 1 0 0

2012 53 159 207 283 302 294 282 231 93 35 14 7 6 0 4 0

508 A grades were achieved with 77 students scoring three or more A’s. 11 students achieved five A’s, 1 student achieved six A’s:

6 A’s: Alex Wong5 A’s: Daniel Bendo; Cloe Jolly; Sascha Kelly; Beth Klenner; Brittany Miller; Luke Mitchell; Shana O’Toole; Douglas Proud; Benjamin David Smith; Jacqueline Vrettis; and Samuel White

Congratulations are extended to the following Year 11 students who undertook Year 12 subjects and achieved commendable results:

Student Subject Grade

Matthew Camacho Biology A+ Merit

Mason Crossman Biology A+ Merit

Tyler Kelly Accounting A+ Merit

Kate Wormald Visual Arts - Art A+

Jack Agostino Business and Enterprise A

Phillip Amos Religion Studies A

Phillip Amos Modern History A

Sarah Baber Religion Studies A

Sarah Baber Japanese (continuers) A

Chelsea DavisCommunication Products I (Web Design)

A

Ruby Dean Religion Studies A

Ruby Dean Legal Studies A

Monica Fundak Italian (continuers) A

Charles Lange Modern History A

Melissa Lim Japanese (continuers) A

Lani Maier Ensemble Performance A

Monique Nolan Religion Studies A

Nicolas Rahier Biology A

Bianca Tramaglino Religion Studies A

Bianca Tramaglino Legal Studies A

Emily Young Religion Studies A

Ashlee Broadbent Religion Studies A-

Ashlee Broadbent Legal Studies A-

Nathan Fussell Legal Studies A-

Shannon Gaffney Accounting A-

Shannon Gaffney Japanese (continuers) A-

Samuel Gohra Religion Studies A-

Samuel Gohra Classical Studies A-

Jackson Greatrex Accounting A-

Laura Hutt Japanese (continuers) A-

Tyler Kelly Religion Studies A-

Monique Nolan Classical Studies A-

Lauren O’Sullivan Japanese (continuers) A-

Michael Pivato Mathematical Studies A-

Emily Young Legal Studies A-

Oliver Heaney Religion Studies (10 credits) A+ Merit

Monique Nolan Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Ruby Dean Religion Studies (10 credits) A

We commend the graduates of 2014 on their academic success, and extend sincere thanks to the dedicated teaching staff who supported them throughout their learning.

Mrs Gail MorganAssistant Principal Curriculum

Student Subject Grade

Monique Nolan Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Ruby Dean Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Bianca Tramaglino Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Jessica Fealy Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Phillip Amos Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Bridget Roberts Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Angus Oosterbroek Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Emily Young Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Jordan Wagner Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Luke Bero Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Sarah Baber Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Kate Wormald Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Christie Collins Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Elise McCarty Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Keelyn Nicolle Religion Studies (10 credits) A

Ruby Healey Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Tyler Kelly Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Paolo Maroma Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Monique Lowe Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

William Tam Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Abbey White Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Lucy Manning Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Emily McKay Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Grace Edwards Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Samuel Gohra Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Zoe Russell-Von Bujdoss

Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Ashleigh Langton Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Brandon Le Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Montana Sbrogio Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Alyce Macauley Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Ashlee Broadbent Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Zoe Martini Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Matthew Campbell Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Matilda Langston Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Eliza Watts Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Luke De Vries Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Abbey Jones Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Lucy Sayers Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

Connor Rice Religion Studies (10 credits) A-

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Principal’s ToursFrom 2015, Sacred Heart College will comprise the

Senior School and Middle School as a single entity under the same leadership structure. The Principal, Mr Steve Byrne, invites you to join with Mr Tim Mullin,

Head of Middle School, and Mr Daniel Lynch, Head of Senior School, to tour the respective campuses.

Tuesday 24 February 2015 at 9:15 amMiddle School, 28 Percy Avenue, Mitchell Park

Monday 16 March 2015 at 9:00 amSenior School, 195–235 Brighton Road, Somerton Park

RSVPMiddle School Senior School Karen Wilmot Deborah Hearl T 8276 7877 T 8294 2988E kwilmot@shcms.sa.edu.au E deborah.hearl@shcs.sa.edu.au

A Catholic Day and Boarding School in the Marist Tradition(Boys Year 6–9 and Coeducational Years 10–12)

SACREDHEARTCOLLEGE

Diary DatesVisit the Senior School and Middle School websites to view our online Calendars of Events

Wednesday 18 February Ash Wednesday

Tuesday 24 February Principal’s Tour of Middle School, 9:15 am

Monday 2 March Middle School Parent/Teacher Interviews, 3:30–8 pm

Wednesday 4 March Middle School Parent/Teacher Interviews, 3:30–6 pm

Wednesday 4 – Friday 6 March Year 12 Retreats

Saturday 7 – Monday 9 March Boarders’ Exeat

Thursday 12 March SHC Finance Committee Meeting, 5:30 pm

Monday 16 March Principal’s Tour of Senior School, 9 am

Tuesday 17 March Foundation Meeting, 6 pm College Council Meeting, 7:15 pm

Thursday 19 March Sports Day, Senior School

Monday 23 – Friday 27 March Year 8 Camp, Hindmarsh Island

Thursday 26 March Senior School Parent/Teacher Interviews, 4–7 pm

Saturday 28 March Senior School Formal, 7:30–11:30 pm

Monday 30 March Senior School Parent/Teacher Interviews, 2–7 pm

Thursday 2 April End of Term Dissmissal Middle School 1 pm Senior School 1:25 pm

Tuesday 7–Friday 10 April College Staff Formation and Learning Days. STUDENT DO NOT ATTEND

Monday 27 April Term 2 commences for both Senior and Middle Schools

The Marist CornerDaniel HeadDirector of Marist Mission

ScriptureThe Gospel for Wednesday 18 February 2015, Ash Wednesday (Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18).

‘Be careful not to parade your good deeds before men to attract their notice; by doing this you will lose all reward from your Father in heaven. So when you give alms, do not have it trumpeted before you; this is what the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets to win men’s admiration. I tell you solemnly, they have had their reward. But when you give alms, your left hand must not know what your right is doing; your almsgiving must be secret, and your Father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.

‘And when you pray, do not imitate the hypocrites: they love to say their prayers standing up in the synagogues and at the street corners for people to see them. I tell you solemnly, they have had their reward. But when you pray, go to your private room and, when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in that secret place, and your Father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.

‘When you fast do not put on a gloomy look as the hypocrites do: they pull long faces to let men know they are fasting. I tell you solemnly, they have had their reward. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that no one will know you are fasting except your Father who sees all that is done in secret; and your Father who sees all that is done in secret will reward you.’

Ask yourself the question, “Why do good?” Why do I do good things? What is it about human nature that wants us to help other people?

What is the motivation for doing good? Is it because of the certificate you may get at the end of the community service experience? Is it because the adults say you have to do it? Is it because you truly want to make a difference in someone’s life? Is it because that is how we share the love of God with others?

Recently there has been criticism of “slacktivism” which is supposedly doing good via clicking something online, or signing an online petition. Something that doesn’t take much effort, but makes us feel good for helping someone else.

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SOUTHERN CROSS NEWSPAPER

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CESA COMMUNITY NEWS

Please find below the latest and previous editions of CESA Community News, a newsletter for Catholic education in South Australia. The purpose of the newsletter is to provide news on educational initiatives and directions in our schools and to highlight some of our achievements.

Visit the following website for the latest and previous editions of the CESA Community News: http://www.cesa.catholic.edu.au/news

Whatever the motivation for doing good, the reading we just heard from Tom clearly tells us that whatever good you do to help others, don’t boast about it – but do it with humbleness.

But we are all busy people, aren’t we? Study takes up a lot of time at senior secondary level, you train for sports, you go to the gym, you work a part-time job. How do we find the time to do good for other people if we actually have to do something more than clicking like on Facebook?

See, the answer to that is simple. Doing good does not have to be acts of grandeur but can begin in your own family, household or even homeroom. This is what Lent challenges us to do.

For the season of Lent, take up the practice of living simply. Instead of spending money on snacks, or at Cheaps if you’re a boarder, and other things you can do without, go without. Let’s try not to add to the excess consumption in the world. Mahatma Gandhi made the statement ‘Live simply, so others may simply live.’

One way in which we can do this is through Project Compassion. Running through the six weeks of Lent each year, Project Compassion is an extraordinary, ongoing demonstration of the faith, love and generosity of caring supporters, all in the name of justice and peace.

Sacred Heart has a fantastic reputation in the wider community for our generosity with Project Compassion, and today, being the start of Lent, is also the start of Project Compassion.

Each homeroom will be given a Project Compassion box within which we can make donations. Some homerooms will run extra fund-raising activities and in doing so will compete for the prestigious Project Compassion shield… but of course we don’t do it for the shield. We do it because we are Sacred Heart College students.

Senior School Opening MassOn Wednesday 4 February the Senior School held their Opening Mass. It was a truly excellent celebration led by Fr Rob Egar, and as part of the ceremony our Year 12 Student Leaders were inducted. Students participated reverently and prayerfully and conducted themselves in an exceptional manner, setting the standard for the rest of the year. Thanks especially to the musicians, led by Bianca Pittman and Dan Ryan, who were outstanding in leading that aspect of the mass.

Additionally, we were fortunate to have several students and staff nominate to be Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Communion. This very important and sacred role enables the extraordinary ministers to administer communion to the congregation. We thank them for their willingness to undertake this holy job.

Remar News: Blue and Gold EmbarkationOn 13-15 March the Blue and Gold Remar Caravels travelled to Victor Harbor for their embarkation camp. Students reflected on their role within their Caravel and their wider role within the Christian communities to which they belong and how they will live as Christ’s Disciples. We were very lucky to have Jack Stammers, an “Old Boy” from Marcellin College, Bulleen, leading aspects of the weekend as well as Annicka Adolphi, Courtney Redden, Jessica Caruana and James Sprules in attendance.

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CATHFAMILY

CathFamily is a web site dedicated to assisting families in making the home the living heart of the church. As a church, we have benefited over the centuries from simple home-based rituals to provide practical faith experiences for our children.

Visit the website for the latest and previous editions of the Catholic Family magazine: http://cathfamily.org

ANZAC DAY AT THE COVE

Commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing and pay tribute to the Anzacs at this once-in-a-lifetime event overlooking the sea at Hallett Cove.

The youth vigil hosted by the City of Marion will be held at a new memorial at Hallet Cove foreshore followed by a dawn service hosted by the Hallet Cove Lions Club.

Friday, April 24 6:30 pm – unveiling of a new memorial, tent of memorabilia, musical performances and roving actors. 8:30 pm – Anzac Day Eve Youth Vigil service followed by all night honour guard.

Saturday, April 25 6 am – Anzac Day Dawn Service hosted by Hallet Cove Lions Club. 6:30 am – Free breakfast cooked by Lions and Rotarians, and servd by local Vietnam Veterans.

For more information visit: www.marion.sa.gov.au/anzac-centenary

For your ReflectionJennifer Callanan, APRIM at the Middle School

On Wednesday, each year level celebrated with people all over the world to pause in ritual to celebrate the beginning of the Church’s season of Lent with the liturgy of Ash Wednesday.

The Caritas Australia Theme for 2015 is ‘Food for Life.’

We know that to be human we require basic necessities. Food, shelter, purpose, love and more.

We also know, despite our world producing enough food to feed every human being, too many people go to bed hungry.

As we begin Lent, we are reminded to pause and reflect on our lives and how we are responding to our call to care for our fellow human beings. We are also reminded of our Christian imperative to pray, fast and give to those in need.

Our fasting in real terms may well mean gaining some perspective in our lives, regaining balance and keeping our excesses in check.

Fasting from criticism, fasting from gossip, fasting from a negative outlook, fasting from waste, fasting from blaming and the list goes on.

We are called to feast on reflection, respect for self and others, right relationship with our God, our responsibility for our fellow human beings and much more.

What will your fasting look like this Lent so that you and others may have life and have life to the full!

Food for Life – RiceEach of the classes have been given a large plastic container. Our hope is that these baskets will be filled over and over again as our contribution to people around Adelaide who would otherwise go without food.

The boys can continue to bring in packets of rice all through Lent and we will then distribute our collection to Hutt Street, Center for Homeless Persons, Moore Street, Day Centre for homeless persons and the Australian Refugee Association.

We share some of the Prayers of Intercession that were prayed during our Ash Wednesday Liturgy:

God of Love,You want all people to have life and have it to the full.May the choices I make today contribute positively to the lives of those around me. God of Love, hear us.God of love, hear our prayer

God of Love,We pray for the farmers of the world whose work feeds people and strengthens communities.May the work of Caritas Australia continue to be successful in inspiring others in their use of sustainable practices to grow food for life. God of Love, hear us.God of love, hear our prayer

God of Love,We pray for the first Australians, many of whom cannot access or afford healthy food.May the work of Caritas Australia continue to work in remote communities assisting with the improvement of skills and the capacity to grow healthy food. God of Love, hear us.God of love, hear our prayer

God of Love,We pray for our school community here at Sacred Heart College Middle School.May we be generous in our support of Project Compassion. May we see Lent as an opportunity to look beyond ourselves to the needs of others, to live justly and to walk in solidarity with the poor. God of love hear us.God of love, hear our prayer

God of Love,Jesus showed us how to live just love.May we move beyond our boundaries and give generously of our time, conversation and goods so that others may have food for life. God of love hear us.God of love, hear our prayer

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Senior School – Rules for AssessmentThe first assessments for the year are underway across the curriculum and so it seems timely to remind students and inform the school community about the rules for assessment.

Senior School students have been directed to the recently updated Academic Integrity Policy, information about Drafting and Verification of Student Work and the Assessment Provisions Policy in the Senior School diary (pages 15–23) via email and at the welcome assembly on the first day of term.

It is essential that students clearly understand the rules for assessment and the consequences should rules be breached.

When Senior School students register for the SACE, they also have to sign the SACE Assessment Declaration. Students have been emailed a copy of this document which is also accessible at the SACE Board website.

In particular, one of the rules that I would like to highlight appears in both the Academic Integrity Policy and SACE Assessment Declaration. It is a breach of SACE rules to permit a student to copy or otherwise use another student’s work. Students should be aware that if they use the Google “Share” facility with another student for work that will be individually assessed by a teacher towards their grade, this rule has been breached. Of course it is totally acceptable for students to share work with their teacher, and there may be times that teachers are happy for students to share work for group tasks or formative classroom activities. Students should check with their teacher if unsure before sharing work of this nature with other students.

Students are reminded that if they are having difficulty with any assessment task, their first port of call should be the subject teacher. The Senior School also provides after school tutoring in the library every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30pm–5pm. Several teachers from a variety of subject areas are available to assist students. The Learning Enrichment Centre is also open on Monday afternoons for assistance.

The Academic Integrity Policy has been updated to include rules regarding the verification of student work, in line with SACE policy. It is essential that teachers see summative assignment work in progress so that they can verify that the final assignment submitted is the work of that student. Sharing a draft with the subject teacher is a good way for students to satisfy this verification requirement. There is also information in the Senior School diary about drafting work on pages 18–19. This information addresses issues such as the teacher’s role when checking drafts, how many times a draft can be checked etc.

Finally, students should familiarise themselves with the Assessment Provisions Policy (pages 20–23 of the Senior School diary) which clearly outlines expectations with regard to due dates and correct procedures for seeking extensions.

By alerting all students to this information early in the school year, there can be little recourse for students who choose to ignore the rules and requirements for assessment.

Please contact me should you have any questions regarding any of the aforementioned policies and procedures.

Karen BaileyDirector of Teaching & Learning (Senior School)

Senior School Chromebooks in 2015Parents/carers are reminded that their son/daughter is responsible for maintaining the condition of their Chromebook for the entirety of their time at the Senior School. Any damage to the Chromebook will be repaired through the Senior School and parents/carers will then be invoiced.

The following procedure applies to damaged Chromebooks:• Take the damaged Chromebook to the

library.• Fill out a damage form.• Students will be issued with a hot swap until

repairs are completed.• Students will receive an email notification

when the Chromebook has been repaired.• Repaired Chromebooks need to be

promptly collected from the library. However, if they are not collected promptly the hot swap Chromebook will be disabled.

Associated repair costs: Screen $132 (incl. GST); Charger $45 (incl. GST).

Note: Changes in the above costs are a result of increased purchase costs and a falling Australian dollar.

Guidelines for parents on the physical and psychological effects of electronic gamingProf Leon Straker, Professor of Physiotherapy at the Curtin University in Perth and holder of a National Health & Medical Research Council Senior Research Fellowship.

Dr Wayne Warburton, Lecturer in Developmental Psychology and Deputy Director of Children & Families Research Centre, Macquarie University in Sydney.

Chaired by Amanda Blair

Cost $25 per person

Book you ticket at www.trybooking.com/GVCW

Supported by Mercedes College and www.childrenandmedia.org.au

Counselling CornerKids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential telephone and online counselling service specifically for young people aged 5 to 25 years.

The trained Kids Helpline counsellors will:• listen to you• believe you• help with your problem• help you sort out things in your own way• talk to you about who else might be able to help

Kids Helpline counsellors can help you with all sorts of problems big or small and they are available over the phone, email or web 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week. The website (www.kidshelp.com.au) provides lots of valuable information for families and young people who may be experiencing difficulties with a range of topics including friendships, family breakdown, grief and loss, anxiety and depression, bullying and self esteem.

Mrs Chris Egan Middle School Counsellor

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From the Head of the Middle School…Dear Parents and Carers,

What makes a good school?

It’s a question that is often asked. This year my son started school at Immaculate Heart of Mary and I found myself addressing this same question over and over as I pondered him beginning his formal education.

Of course there are many answers to this rather complex question and indeed educational research has a long history in getting to the bottom of it. So what does this research tell us? Is it about better resources for our students? Is it providing IT rich experiences? Is it about class sizes and the “streaming” of students? Flexible learning spaces? The list goes on.

The answer is really quite simple. The single greatest impact on learning for our students is the teacher and his or her ability to provide rich learning experiences for their students. It’s about understanding where a student is at and what they need to work to their potential. The research is very clear about this. The quality of the teacher is what really matters.

This leads to the next question: What makes a great school?

Again the answer is really quite straight forward. A quality school in relation to building positive impacts on learning, occurs when teachers plan and work in collaboration – sharing their skill and expertise with their colleagues. This is certainly the focus we are taking at the Middle School and one that we have been working on for some time.

With Parent/Teacher interviews occurring soon, I would encourage all parents and carers to make the time to meet with your son’s homeroom teacher. They are the “greatest resource” when it comes to all facets of his education. Building positive relationships and having open communication with your son’s key teachers makes more than sense, it makes better learning outcomes for your son.

Have a great week.

Tim Mullin

Drop-Off and Pick-Up Road SafetyThe streets around the SHC Middle School are a hectic place at the beginning and end of a school day. Ensuring that students arrive and depart the school in a safe manner is of paramount importance to the Middle School. I would like to thank parents and carers for their patience and the care they take when dropping off and picking up students.

As such we ask that you be mindful of the following safety considerations:• Familiarise yourself with the school and safe

places to drop-off and pick-up your child. • Pre-arrange a drop-off or pick-up location

preferably away from the busy areas around the school.

• Don’t rush away once you have dropped off your child, watch out for other students and road users.

• Observe school zone speed limit of 25 km/h.• Observe the school zone speed limit when

driving within the school grounds, drive at a walking pace only.

• Encourage your child to cross the road at the school crossing only. Crossing the road between cars is dangerous.

• Do not stop in the bus zone or the no standing zone in front of the Middle School to pick-up or drop-off your child, not only is this dangerous it is also against the law.

• Under no circumstances should drivers use school crossing areas for pick-up and drop-off.

• Do not use your mobile phone to locate your child while driving; it’s too much of a distraction.

• Resist the urge to speed or make any traffic rules an exception because you are running late. Whipping your car around, getting your child to dash out of the car to reach the classroom before the school bell rings, or a quick “drop-and-dash” drop-off is the recipe for disaster in terms of child safety.

By following these road safety considerations we can make our school and surrounding roads a safe place for all.

Uniform – Sports SocksThe College is grateful to parents/caregivers for their efforts in ensuring that students are in the correct uniform and properly groomed in line with the College’s expectations. A reminder that sports socks should be SHC sports socks only. Plain white socks and socks with name brands or other marking to do comply with the College dress code.

Information on uniform and grooming requirements can be found in the SHC Middle School Handbook www.shcms.sa.edu.au/college/welcome.html

Joe Millemaci Director of Students (Middle School)

Middle School Canteen Robyn Flowers, Canteen Manager

Hours: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm (approximately)Many thanks for your generous offers of help. While it is very important you attend on your rostered days, if because of sickness or some other cause, you cannot attend I would appreciate you trying to arrange a substitute yourself. However, if this is not possible, please ring on 8275 5929.

Tuesday 24 Micki Hayball Mel Milford

Wednesday 25 Di Barnes Anna Caruso

Thursday 26 Rosemary Brinn Erica Stewart

Friday 27 Helen Dimech Alison Saunders Angela Kelly Andrew Gluyas

Thursday 19 February Maria Skipworth Cathy Keogh Julie Schar

Friday 20 Sheree Cruppy Chantelle Birmingham Fiona Davies

Monday 23 Brodie McDonald Cheryl Creen

March Monday 2 Gabby Bates Debbie Matthews

Tuesday 3 Sue Bailey Jenny O’Connor

Wednesday 4Carolyn Constable Melissa Paprota Jodie Huttenen

Fee Accounts for the Middle SchoolStatements were posted out to familiess recently. If you have not received your SHC Middle School fee statement for the year please contact the Middle School office immediately.

Middle School Student Leaders to Attend Leadership ConferenceMiddle School Student Leaders will be attending The GRIP (Generosity, Responsibility, Integrity, People) Student Leadership Conference on Friday 27 February. This conference is unique in that it concentrates specifically on training student leaders for their role as School Leaders. The style, topics, and content of this conference all focus on what the students can do right now.

Our goal is that your student leaders would leave our conference with a clear vision, a solid understanding and dozens of ideas for their time as a leader.

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MIDDLE SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS AND DUTY OF CARE

Please note the following in relation to official Middle School school hours as referenced in our Handbook: • Students should not be on the school

premises before 8:00 am.• Supervision is provided in the Marcellin

Resource Centre from 8:00 am.• Supervision in the school grounds is

provided from 8:20 am.• The Marcellin Resource Centre closes at

4:00 pm.• Supervision is provided during CEA

trainings until 4:30 pm.• The Finance Office closes at 4:00 pm daily.• The Front Office is closed at 4:30 pm.

As a school, we cannot provide adequate duty of care/supervision for your son before 8:00 am and after 4:30 pm. It is very important that we adhere to these hours to ensure proper care of your son occurs. If there are extenuating circumstances in terms of picking up/dropping off your son, please phone the school so that alternative arrangements can be organised.

Out of hours care for Year 6 and 7 students is available at the Clovelly Park Primary School, telephone 8276 5366.

DENTAL CARE FOR YOUR CHILDREN

The School Dental Service is a Child Dental Benefits Schedule provider. All babies, children and young people under 18 years are welcome to attend.

Dental care is FREE for most children. Children who do not qualify for the Child Dental Benefits Schedule can also attend – a small fee will apply for each course of general dental care provided.

All dental care provided is FREE for preschool children.

To locate your local School Dental Clinic, or for more information about the Child Dental Benefits Schedule, visit the website: www.sadental.sa.gov.au

Year 9 Swimming Carnival ReportOn Friday 5 February the Year 9 cohort made their way down to the Marion Outdoor Aquatic Centre for the annual Year 9 Swimming Carnival. Competition was fierce between individual swimmers as they all did their best in the pool to claim victory for their houses.

The first event of the day was the freestyle swim and Mr Ottens’ enthusiasm on the microphone added fever-pitched excitement. Congratulations to Connor Walding from Montagne for winning the freestyle event.

The following event was the breaststroke which was the most evenly matched event but congratulations to Lachlan Merchant from Champagnat on his victory.

This was followed by the backstroke event. And guess who? Yes, Connor Walding with another victory.

The last stroke of the day was butterfly, which surprisingly was a well represented event with many participants showing off their style and was one of the closest results for the day. Lachlan Merchant and Connor Walding were neck and neck for 45 metres before Connor broke away to snatch victory. This race was representative of the day: fast and furious and ‘dripping’ of school spirit.

As well as the highly anticipated races, afternoon activities including water slides, swimming and the novelty events were a huge hit. Credit to all the boys who continued to represent their house and uphold the school’s reputation.

Congratulations to all participants who dedicated themselves to producing the best results for their houses.

The scores in ascending order were:

Marcellin 65; Chanel 68; Montagne 92; La Valla 95; Marist 100; Le Rosey 104; Joseph 109; and Champagnat 126. Congratulations to Champagnat for their well-deserved win this year.

Special mention goes to the Age Champions. 1st to Connor Walding, 2nd to Lachlan Merchant and 3rd to Josh Giles. Congratulations, boys.

Many thanks to the pool staff, parents, carers and teachers for all their efforts, without whom this event could not have taken place, or been such a huge success. We look forward to the upcoming events in Year 9 this year.

On behalf of the Year 9 cohort Darcy Burns and Josh Wurfel (Montagne House Captains)

Middle School Parent/Carer/Teacher InterviewsThis week you will receive a letter with login/booking details for our Parent/Carer/Teacher Interview meetings being held on Monday 2 March and Wednesday 4 March.

The purpose of the Term 1 interviews is to provide you with an opportunity to meet more formally your son’s homeroom teacher to discuss the adjustments he is making to adapt to the expectations of his particular year level. In a pastoral sense, your son’s homeroom teacher is the first ‘go to’ person in supporting his needs. This will also provide you with an opportunity to pass on any information regarding your son’s needs (pastoral and academic) to his homeroom teacher. You will also have the opportunity to meet his key literacy and numeracy teachers however more academic and elective-based interviews will occur after the first semester report has been distributed. Please be aware that you can meet with your son’s teachers to discuss any issues or concerns you may have regarding your son at any time throughout the school year. The easiest way to make initial contact with your son’s teachers is via email.

Our interview time slots are 10 minutes in duration and we encourage your son to be part of this conversation as he is integral in shaping his own learning.

Booking times are completed online through the PTO program – login details/instructions will be sent home with your son. I would encourage all parents/carers to book a time to see your son’s homeroom teacher. Please contact the school if you require any further information about this process.

Natasha Williams Director of Teaching & Learning (Middle School)

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Year 6 CampThe Year 6 students embarked on their first Middle School camp experience to the banks of the Murray River in Wellington, in their second week at the Middle School. The focus of the camp was about risk taking, forming relationships with peers and staff and stepping outside our comfort zone. The camp site at El Shaddai offered great facilities and the food was fantastic with more than enough to keep the boys energised for the exciting activities. Some of the challenging activities included: rock climbing, archery, vertical challenge, giant swing, raft making and canoeing. The Year 6 camp certainly reflects the student values of being connected, enthusiastic, caring, productive and safe. The camp was a positive experience and the beginning of developing lifelong friends at Sacred Heart College.

FEDERATION E-NEWS

The Federation e-News is available on The Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities website (http://parentfederation.catholic.edu.au).

Some of the articles include:• Family Support in Year 12• What does your Federation actually do?• 2015 Annual Conference – registrations

open• Teacher Survey – professional learning

needs for engaging parents• Composite classes• Newly launched Recognition of Family

Statement• 2015 PIE grant recipients• What’s bullying and what’s normal conflict?• Parent toolkit – dealing with anger and

anxiety in the heat of the moment• Meet Kylie Ind

…and lots more!

Be connected. Be informed. Be heard.

LOST PROPERTY

Remember to clearly label your child’s uniform with their full name. The Middle School Student Services Officer will get lost property that is clearly labelled back to its owner as soon as possible. However, there are many unnamed articles currently in our lost property area. Items not collected will be sent on to the Uniform Shop for re-sale.

TRI-SCHOOLS UNIFORM SHOP

Located at the rear of Sacred Heart College Senior School, Scarborough Street, Somerton Park. MasterCard, Visa Card and EFTPOS available. Direct telephone (08) 8350 2586.

Second-hand uniforms: Neat, current uniforms are accepted for re-sale during shop hours. All submissions must be RECENTLY laundered.

2015 Term 1 Trading Times:

Monday 3:00 – 5:00 pm (Term 1 only); Tuesday 1:00 – 6:00 pm; Wednesday 8:00am –12 noon; Thursday 1:00 – 6:00 pm

Lisa HarveyTri-Schools Uniform Shop

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ADVOCATES FOR THE RIGHTS OF PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS

The Federation of Catholic School Communities was established by parents for parents and exists to serve the vibrant and engaged parent communities in our SA Catholic schools.

The Federation, as we are commonly referred to, provides an active voice for families with children and young people in South Australian Catholic schools and:• Advocates for the right of parents and

caregivers to choose a Catholic education for their child;

• Encourages and supports active and constructive parent and family engagement in learning and schooling;

• Promotes and supports Catholic education;• Builds valuable partnerships between

families, schools and Catholic education SA and;

• Contributes to the shaping of educational policy and practice.

You are invited to do all or one of the following:• Visit our website at www.parentfederation.

catholic.edu.au • Register your contact details with us so we

can directly communicate, connect and consult with you. You can do this by going to:

• http://www.parentfederation.catholic.edu.au/the-parent-voice/have-your-say

• ‘Like’ and ‘follow’ our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Federation-of-Catholic-School-Parent-Communities/153137151493359

By being our ‘friend’ and following us on Facebook or subscribing to our data base you will:• Connect directly with the work of the

Federation;• Receive information about current and

relevant issues in education;• Participate in any surveys or online forums

so your voice can be heard;• Have access to a wealth of resources and

information to support you to support your child’s learning.

BE CONNECTED. BE INFORMED. BE HEARD.

Please contact the Registrar on 8179 4420 or email secretary@mc.catholic.edu.au

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for your information only. Parents/carers need to make their own enquiries and

assessments about the suitability of these events and services for their needs and

those of their children.

THOUGHT ABOUT FOSTERING?

As part of the initial assessment process, people interested in becoming foster carers are invited to attend an information session. Information sessions are usually conducted in small groups of people interested in knowing more about providing foster care.

During the information session you will hear detailed information about foster care and hear experiences from current foster carers. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions of the foster carer and an assessment worker.

The information session will also assist you to:• consider the implications of undertaking

a foster care role, including how it may impact upon your family and friends

• become better informed about the significant responsibilities of foster carers

• determine what type of foster care is best suited to your situation e.g. long term, emergency, respite or short term care.

If necessary, a worker can arrange to visit you at home to answer your questions and provide information about the role of foster carers.

If you are interested in becoming a foster carer please contact us directly on 08 8337 8787. If you’d like to find out more information we hope to see you next year at one of our Information Sessions.

Next Session:

Wednesday 11 February6.30-8.30pmMcLaren Vale McLaren Vale Lutheran Church6 Aldersey Street, McLaren Vale

If you wish to attend a foster care session, please RSVP to: Tel:08 8337 8787 or Email: fostercare@lccare.org.au