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___________________________________________________________________________________ Manly Selective Campus

138 Abbott Road, North Curl Curl NSW 2099 Phone: 9905 3982 / Fax: 9905 7772

Email: [email protected] P&C website: www.manlypandc.org.au

THE WEEKLY PINES Manly Selective Campus Northern Beaches Secondary College

Academic Excellence Personal Best Giving Back to the Community

Principal : Mr Tony Rudd Deputy Principals: Ms Cath Whalan Ms Barbara Bannister

17 July 2015 – Newsletter No 21

From the Principal Welcome Back I would like to welcome all of our students, families and staff back to a very busy Term 3 after what I hope has been a relaxing holiday period where you had the opportunity to spend valuable time with family and friends. We have certainly started off at a brisk pace as you will see in this newsletter and we look forward to continuing to support our students across the variety of programs and experiences that they will be involved in. CSIRO Partnership Negotiations are now well underway between our school and the CSIRO to develop a learning partnership where our staff and students will have access to CSIRO staff and resources for a variety of learning experiences. With thanks to the involvement of parents, Mr John Kraft and Mr Bill Hawkins, we were able to meet with the Executive Manager of the CSIRO Education and Outreach program, Ms Mary Mulcahy and the Manager of their School Experience program Mr Darren Vogrig to discuss the logistics of the CSIROs involvement in our school. Initially, we are suggesting that the CSIRO may be able to provide support to our Year 10 students through the development, presentation and possibly even publication, of their Independent Learning Projects. Further down the track, they may even be able to assist us in the development and implementation of an ‘Innovations’ course of some type. Following our meeting on Tuesday, I sent Ms Mulcahy and Mr Vogrig a copy of our ILP program and samples of previous students’ work for them to look through so that they could get some idea of how the CSIROs resources might best be introduced for our students. We are certainly looking forward to developing this partnership.

Careers Information Evening On Tuesday evening, our hall was full with a wonderful attendance of Year 11 and 12 students and their parents at our Careers Information Evening. Keynote speaker, Professor James Arvanitakis, Head of the Academy, Corporate Strategy and Services from the University of Western Sydney, gave a wonderful account of the skills necessary for young people as they move into tertiary education and beyond. His message focussed on skills like adaptability and ‘mistakeability’ rather than content knowledge and application.

In addition to Prof. Arvanitakis, we were honoured to welcome back to our school a number of former students who were able to give an account of some of their experiences post-Manly SC. It was intriguing to hear the variety of contemplations

that they had gone through in their university studies, professional lives and life in general. Again, a key message from them was that it is okay not to know what you want to do or where your life might be headed, because ultimately, you will find your passion and, as long as you are prepared to be adaptable, you will find your niche for success. Some quotes from the night:

Parent Teacher Night Last night we were pleased to welcome into our school the parents of our Year 9 and 10 students for the final Parent/Teacher Night of the year. This was extremely well attended and again, is another indication of the support that we receive every day from our wonderful parent community. These nights are a perfect conduit for us to provide feedback on each student’s learning and work with parents to ensure that there is a shared understanding of what we are endeavouring to achieve.

I would like to remind parents that these evenings are not the only opportunity that you have to discuss your child’s progress with their teachers. We are happy to address any concerns that you have at any time. If these situations do arise, please do not hesitate to contact the school and make an appointment to see that appropriate staff member. Buchan Shield Rugby Yesterday we saw our school compete in the NSW CHS Buchan Shield Rugby Knockout for the first time in many years. Our school played against a very strong Brisbane Waters Secondary College team (the school that won the statewide competition last year) to determine who went through to the quarter-final stage of the competition. Unfortunately, our boys were defeated, but in contesting the game, we could not

be prouder of the determination and commitment that they displayed despite being behind on the scoreboard for much of the game. Thanks go to Mr James Blanch for organising this opportunity for our students and coaching them in readiness for the game. Hopefully, we can now build upon this initial foray into the competition and prepare better for 2016.

Trial Higher School Certificate It won’t be long until our Year 12 students embark on their Trial HSC. In fact, for some students, this will start next week with some of the performance and practical components of subjects being examined. For the vast majority, trial HSC written examinations will begin on Monday, 27 July and we wish all students well in all aspects of these examinations. I hope that as a result of Wednesday’s Careers Night, students realise that it is acceptable to make mistakes and that learning from the mistake is the key takeaway point. I have complete confidence that, to this stage, all students have done all that they can to prepare for each subject and that this will continue. Remember this slide…

Tony Rudd Principal

From the Deputy Principals

A hearty welcome back to school for all students and staff. This term is a very busy term with BOSTES compliance matters for each of Years 8, 10 and 12. Year 8 will receive their subject selection booklet at their Year Assembly and Year 10 will receive their interview sheets for subject selection interviews in Week 4 at their respective Year Assemblies in Week 2. Year 12 have received their Trial HSC timetable in hard copy today, and Year 12 major projects are in their final stages if not already complete so a great load has shifted off many shoulders.

Subject selection is an important step in the self-direction of a student. Making choices that suit the individual, not the friendship group is critical to future success. Friends will be there at recess and lunch always, whilst during class time students need to follow their passion. Research shows that those who follow their passion do quite well. Whether this is because they enjoy the subject, or they enjoy the success is possibly a "chicken and egg" question. The most important thing is that the student is happy and that they are pursuing their own interests.

Teachers were treated to a very valuable professional learning day on Monday this week. The day was conducted in an extraordinary manner by Ms Bianca Hewes our Head Teacher Teaching & Learning. It was a vibrant, high energy day that had staff laughing as well as completing a large amount of mandatory work toward our personal professional goals. Our congratulations and thanks is extended to Ms Hewes for skill and effort applied.

Barbara Bannister (Deputy Principal Years 8, 10, 12)

------------------------ This term the Year 7 PAL’s program starts Week 3, during the EAM line. PAL’s stands for Peer Academic Leaders who are Year 10 students. This program is structured in the same way as Year 7 Peer Support, however there will be new groups and different Year 10 leaders. There will be 5 sessions focusing on the areas of Self Awareness and Self Belief, Time Management, Academic Resilience and Personal Best. In the past this program has received very positive feedback from students and teachers.

Thank you to all the Year 9 parents and students who attended the Parent Teacher night on Thursday night. This event provided an opportunity for teachers to give valuable feedback to students and parents. If you were not able to attend and

would like to discuss your child’s progress please contact the school to arrange a meeting. This week 22 Year 9 students will be starting to work on their High Resolves Social Action project. In this program students will explore the attributes of effective leadership and start to develop skills to become an effective leaders.The skills learnt are then put into practice and enhanced through a hands-on social action project to create a positive impact in the school community.

At their Year assembly next week Year 11 students will be receiving information about the Year 11 into Year 12 interviews. During Week 5 each student will be required to have a one on one interview to discuss future Career options, subjects for Year 12, strategies for dealing with the pressure of the HSC and indicating whom they would prefer as their Year 12 teacher mentor. Year 11 students will find this a most valuable experience as they move into their HSC year.

Mrs Deb Rixon Deputy Principal Years 7, 9, 11 (Rel)

YEAR 10 INTO YEAR 11 INTERVIEWS

Parents of Year 10 students are advised that there will be an interview process during Week 4 Term 3 for students who will enrol in Year 11 2016. Each interview will last no more than 20 minutes and parents/carers are strongly encouraged to attend with their Year 10 student.

To assist with this process each year 10 student will receive an interview sheet during Week 2 which must be completed prior to the interview. At the interview, students will have an opportunity to discuss their subject choices, make any changes as necessary and link their Stage 6 subject choices to their post-school aspirations/wishes.

A booking code will be distributed to parent email addresses on July 17th. Students will receive a copy of the interview sheet for reference and discussion at home prior to completing it to bring to interview in Week 4.

We look forward to working closely with every Year 10 student during that week.

Our principal: a man of many talents. Tony Rudd ready to referee the NSW CHS Buchan Shield Rugby Knockout game … and we still lost!

Careers For information regarding careers or to book a one on one interview please contact: Mrs Deb Rixon (Career’s Adviser Manly Selective Campus) in the Career’s office. Phone 99053982/email [email protected] Each Tuesday Mrs Helen Crebar will also be available for Career’s advice and can be contacted in the Career’s office or email [email protected]

Students can leave a message on the whiteboard when the Career’s office is unattended.

WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES for Year 10 Students Tata Consultancy Services offers a work experience program for girls interested in IT Companies and Careers at their North Sydney Office. For further information email [email protected] Defence forces are offering a work experience program in the following areas NAVY WAVERTON AIR FORCE RICHMOND

DEFENCE CORPORATE GRAPHICS HOLSWORTHY Further information Careers Office

Win a Ultimate ADFA OPEN DAY EXPERIENCE . Includes flights,accommodation in Canberra weekend 29th August. http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/ADFAOPENDAY BOND UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS CLOSE 31/7/2015 Apply online

The University of Notre Dame – Early Offer round – Secure your place – applications close 31 J Young achievers have the chance to receive a firm offer at Notre Dame even before they sit their final Year 12 exams! We are looking for students who can demonstrate commitment and excellence in one of four categories: • community work and/or Church • cultural pursuits • sporting achievements, or • strong academic success More info www.nd.edu.au/earlyoffer COURSES & WORKSHOPS FOR STUDENTS

NCSS Challenge (online programming competition and industry mentors forum) Brought to you by the University of Sydney, the NCSS Challenge teaches students to program while they compete. No previous experience is required and students can register individually or under the supervision of a teacher, so it is suited for schools that don't offer programming courses. $20 per student, starts August 3rd. Contact [email protected] for more info. http://ncss.edu.au/challenge OPEN DAYS

La Trobe University Sydney Campus Open Day Saturday 8th August 11am-3pm Reserve your place now for open day, explore our campus, meet our team. Located directly above Wynyard train station in the CBD our corporate style learning environment has 3 intakes enabling you to fast-track and complete your degree in 2 years. Improve your global career prospects through the internship program. Diploma pathways offered. Register at http://latrobe.edu.au/openday/sydney

UOW College at UOW Open Day the UOW College will be exhibiting at the UOW Open Day on the 15th of August, 2015. We invite you to come and discover your Alternative Pathways to UOW and to preview the experience for UOW College and UOW Student Life. Further information and to register can be found at the UOW Open Day website - http://www.uow.edu.au/openday/index.html

Sydney CBD Open Day - 29 August 2015 The UOW College will be exhibiting at the Sydney Business School CBD Open Day on the 29th of August from 10am to 2pm. Come and discover the UOW College Diploma of Business (SBS) being offered in Autumn Session 2016 at the UOW Sydney CBD Campus.

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Australian Museum Science Festival - STEM Careers Panel You and your students are invited to join us as we celebrate National Science Week at the Australian Museum! Kick start student’s interest in STEM careers by hearing from leading science industry professionals on Wednesday 19th August, as they answer big questions about what a career in STEM is like. Entry is $4.40/student inc. GST. Find out more at https://booking.amsciencefestival.net Macquarie's Global Leadership Entry Program Applications are now open for Macquarie's Global Leadership Entry Program. Designed for the best and brightest Year 12 students, it will develop and inspire students to be a global leader of tomorrow. We’re looking for an all-rounder who's not only achieving great academic results, but also involved outside the classroom or in the community. Applications close 15 August. Apply at www.mq.edu.au/glep

Australian Catholic University - Early Achievers' Program ACU recognises that you have more to offer than your academic results. Our Early Achievers’ Program considers the contribution you have made to your community through your school or workplace, local community organisation, cultural and/or religious group. Applications open 10 August and close 19 October, 2015. For more information please visit www.acu.edu.au/early-achievers ANU Undergraduate Research Degree Information Sessions Interested in hearing about undertaking research while studying at ANU? They are holding information sessions in Canberra on 3 August and Sydney on 22 July. This is an opportunity to meet current ANU students, talk to ANU staff about these programs, find out how to apply, and discover what scholarships are available. More info available at http://science.anu.edu.au/degreesforhighachievers.

Sport Congratulations to Zoe Halpin, the 17 years girls Sydney North Cross Country champion. The Sydney North School Sport Association comprises of 60 secondary schools and 48000 students. To achieve this award of age champion is an outstanding achievement.

P&C EXCELLENCE FUND Preface The Excellence Fund was established to encourage and recognise student participation at higher representative levels with financial assistance.

The fund is administered and funded by the Manly Selective Campus Parents and Citizens Association (P&C), which reserves absolute discretion in its decisions.

Guidelines 1) The Excellence Fund is open to applications from all students of Manly Selective Campus. 2) The student must have been selected to compete or perform at a state level or higher in a school related academic, sporting or cultural activity as a representative of Manly Selective Campus and /or Northern Beaches Secondary College. 3) The maximum allocation from the fund is $250 per student per annum. 4) Applications for funding can be made at any time after official notification of selection / participation up to no later than 1 month after completion of the event. 5) All applications must be made in writing, addressed to the P&C President and lodged with the school Principal. 6) The application is to include : o details of the event / activity, o adequate proof of the applicant’s selection for

this event / activity 7) The Principal will review the application and provide a recommendation to the P&C Executive as to the applicant’s suitability under the fund guidelines. 8) The P&C Executive will consider all applications for funding received from the school Principal and advise the next General Meeting of the P&C the outcome. The executive can approve applications to the budgeted limit without approval of the general meeting. Variations to the budget must be approved by the general P&C. The decision of the P&C is final and no correspondence will be entered into. 9) All applicants will be advised in writing as to the P&C decision. 10) All successful applicants are requested to provide to the P&C Secretary, within one month of completion of the activity, a brief summary of the event. This material may be used by the P&C in any reasonable way it sees fit. 11) All changes to these guidelines are to be submitted to a general meeting of the P&C for approval.

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Calling all MSC families – participate in our Art Showcase and MSC Winter Soiree What is it? A showcase of art produced by the wider MSC community (students, parents, friends, staff, local artists and even a local identify or two). You don’t have to be a renowned artist to be a part of it – everyone is encouraged to have a go and contribute an artwork.

Why do we do it? Not only is it lots of fun, but it is a great social event for our community and also our major fundraiser for this year (we sell the artworks and the school reaps the profits).

What does Art 61 mean? This event is run every 2nd year and the “61” relates to how long the school (MSC) has been operating. Each event has a theme which the artwork will represent.

What is the theme? The theme for 2015 is “Life on the Northern Beaches” – you can interpret and represent this any way you please (as long as it’s on the 25x25 canvas). Whether it’s traditional paints or another media such as a collage or photography or even beading or quilting – if it can be put onto the canvas you can submit it. Check out http://art61.weebly.com/ and follow the links to previous years for inspiration.

What happens to the artwork? An exhibition is held at MSC (19-21 August) during which all the artworks are displayed – but the names of the artist is not revealed until all sales are completed. Choose what appeals to you and be surprised later by who the artist is.

How do I get involved? There’s several ways:

1. As a participant (artist) – grab a canvas from the MSC office (it’s important you get it from here so that we know who is participating and to ensure all the canvases are the same size).

2. As a supporter – maybe submitting an artwork isn’t for you, however you can get involved by:

Support an artist – sponsor a canvas ($10 each – talk to the MSC office)

Donate a prize – as part of the showcase (Art61 Winter Soiree) we will be holding a silent auction/raffles. If you are able to provide a prize, we would love to hear from you.

View and purchase artworks – during the exhibition (19-21 August at MSC), artworks are available for viewing and purchase.

Become part of the organising team – contact Sharon at [email protected] or on 0434 394 899

3. Join us at the Art61 Winter Soiree –Friday 21 August 7:00pm – 9:30pm for a fun night of socialising (adults only), art viewing, drinks & canapés, music, live & silent auctions. Save the date, bring your friends and come along for a great night.

What to do right now: Become an artist – grab a canvas from MSC and return by 31 July. Encourage your family & friends to participate (there’s a special prize for one participating MSC student) Save the date of 21 August for the Soiree – more details in the coming weeks Contact Sharon –on [email protected] 0434 394 899 if you can help out and/or provide a prize

BANDS OF MANLY SELECTIVE CAMPUS

Welcome back to band this term. Term Three is a wonderful term for performances.

NSW Band Festival Sat 18 and Sunday 19 July Very best wishes to the 6 bands performing this weekend.

Families and friends are strongly encouraged to attend this formal competition event. Tickets at the door $10/ adult. Concession $5.

Band and times are listed below and have been circulated with the call sheet.

http://art61.weebly.com/



Warm welcome to Brian Buggy and Liz Scott for Term Three We are very fortunate to have Brian Buggy and Liz Scott join the strings program to conduct SE and CO this term.

Wow! Jazz Orchestra with James Morrison As summed up by Jeff Quinn (Jazz Orchestra’s parent rep and father of Hannah): The Sir John Clancy Auditorium has been the venue for some outstanding concerts though, biased as this writer may be, it has rarely heard the likes of a group of teenage musicians and Australia’s most prominent jazz “organised noise” maker as they treated their audience to a blissful musical experience.

Schools from our wonderful public education system and private ones too came to play with James and John Morrison but it was the musicians from MSC that made the place hum in syncopated sustenance for the ear. Our soloists excelled, Isaac Arnold, Tom Dowse and Ben Devries, visibly affecting the great man himself and James and John Morrison too, as they dominated the stage with their powerful and precise performances. Our vocalists (Ella Clarke, Alex Young, Connor Lambrou, Taylor Rowe and Justine Kim) were equally appreciated, entertaining all with their range and harmonies, their stage presence and sheer “amazingness”. What a credit to our “great man” Craig whose love of music and ability to enthuse his students with that love was clearly evident at a concert that will be cherished in the memories of all lucky enough to be there.

City to Surf Fundraiser, Sunday 9 August 2014 Every year the Bands of MSC are invited to volunteer at the annual City to Surf fun run at Bondi Beach’s finish line to raise funds for our band programmes. Our job is fun, simple, and extremely important. MSC is highly regarded by the organisers for our excellent customer service. This is a highlight of our school’s fundraising events. See flyer at end of The Weekly Pines. Call Angela Aguam on 0422 618780, or email [email protected] to volunteer for this event. Everyone is welcome.

Band Diary Dates TERM 3 NSW Band Festival, Sat 18 July, Clancy Auditorium, UNSW, arrive 5pm: SWO

NSW Band Festival, Sun 19 July, Clancy Auditorium UNSW: arrive 11:15 am: CB

NSW Band Festival, Sun 19 July, Leighton Hall, UNSW: arrive 9:07am: SwB

NSW Band Festival, Sun 19 July, Leighton Hall, UNSW: arrive 11:53 am: SB

NSW Band Festival, Sun 19 July, Leighton Hall, UNSW: arrive 1:57 pm: BB

NSW Band Festival, Sun 19 July, Clancy Auditorium UNSW: arrive 4:20pm: WE

City to Surf Fundraiser, Sun 9 Aug, Bondi Beach: All welcome

Term 3 Band Meeting, Mon 10 Aug, Band Room: All welcome

Art 61 P&C/Band Fundraiser- Winter Soiree, Fri 21st August, MSC hall, 7pm

TAU Concert, Mon 24 Aug, Verbruggen Hall, Con High: WE

Musicale Rehearsal, Fri 11 Sept, MSC: SWO/JO/CO/SE

Musicale, Sat 12 Sept, Independent Theatre: SWO/JO/CO/SE

Assembly farewell to Year 12, Thurs 17 Sept, MSC Hall: SB Band web site For current information go to the band website at http://manlypandc.org.au/?page_id=34 Band Names Wind Stream: SWO~Symphonic Wind Orchestra; WE~Wind Ensemble; CB~Concert Band; SE~String Ensemble; CO~Chamber Orchestra Jazz Stream: JO~Jazz Orchestra; BB~Big Band; SB~Stage Band; SwB- Swing Band Jazz Improvisation: Impro ~Impro Workshop JC ~ Jazz Combo

**Save this date: Art 61 winter soiree, Friday 21 August, 7pm, MSC** This promises to be a great social night and a vitally important fundraising event. Look for further information and opportunities to assist in this newsletter and via emails.


http://manlypandc.org.au/?page_id=34

CALENDAR TERM 3 Please check all dates and times

closer to the event

WEEK 2

18/07/2015 Schools Band Festival

19/07/2015 Schools Band Festival

20/07/2015 Year 12 Trial HSC Music 2 practical examinations

20/07/2015 Regional Athletics carnival

20/07/2015 Year 8 Scripture Pd1

21/07/2015 SRC Year 12 executive 2015/16 Nominations close

21/07/2015 Trial HSC Music Extension practical examinations

21/07/2015 Regional Athletics carnival

22/07/2015 OC Class Placement Test in Hall

22/07/2015 Year 11 & 12 Music Excursion Meet the Music 3

23/07/2015 RACI Chemistry Competition

23/07/2015 Year 9 High Resolves Social Action Project

23/07/2015 Year Assemblies

WEEK 3

27/07/2015 Trial HSC Examinations

27/07/2015 Year 11 Year meeting SRC Elections 2016

27/07/2015 Year 8 Scripture Period 2


28/07/2015 Year 7-10 SRC 2016 nominations open

28/07/2015 English Competition 7-10


29/07/2015 UMAT

29/07/2015

Principal's Tour of the school – 9.30. Bookings essential via reception 9905 3982

29/07/2015 P&C Meeting, 7.30, library


30/07/2015 Mathematics Competition

30/07/2015 TBC PDHPE First Aid course at school

30/07/2015 Pastoral Care


31/07/2015 School Captains 2015/16 nominee interviews periods 1 and 2

WEEK 4


3/08/2015 Year 10 into 11 Subject selection interviews




4/08/2015 Year 7-10 SRC 2016 nominations close



5/08/2015 Australian Science Olympiad Exam - Chemistry

5/08/2015 Year 8 into 9 Subject Night



6/08/2015 Whole School Assembly

6/08/2015 TBC Year 9 High Resolves Social Action Project



7/08/2015 Year 9 Contemporary Photography excursion to Cockatoo Island

8/08/2015 HAST Test for entry into Years 8-11 at MSC

9/08/2015 Bands - City to Surf Fundraiser

WEEK 5

10/08/2015 Year 11 into 12 Interviews

10/08/2015 Science Techno Museum - Year 8

10/08/2015 Years 7 and 8 SRC Elections


10/08/2015 Parent Band meeting



11/08/2015 Years 9 and 10 SRC Elections

11/08/2015 Year 11 Biology Rock Platform excursion



12/08/2015 Australian Science Olympiad Exam - Biology

12/08/2015 HSC Drama Performance Night



13/08/2015 Year Assembly

14/08/2015 Australian Science Olympiad Exam - Physics

14/08/2015 HSC English Extension 2 completion date

14/08/2015 Year 7 Science + Year 11 Physics Cosmodome incursion

WEEK 6

17/08/2015 40 hour famine

17/08/2015 School Captains elections in hall


18/08/2015 Red Cross Blood Bank

18/08/2015 Year 8 High Resolves Day 1

18/08/2015 Year 12 Tripod Survey Follow up Assessment

19/08/2015 Art 61 P & C Function


20/08/2015 Pastoral care


21/08/2015 Science Techno Museum Final

WEEK 7


25/08/2015 12 Physics/Chemistry ANSTO

26/08/2015 CAPA Exhibition

27/08/2015 CAPA Exhibition

27/08/2015 Whole School Assembly


28/08/2015 Pinestock

WEEK 8

31/08/2015 HSC Music Performance – tbc




2/09/2015 Year 10/11 Drama excursion

2/09/2015

Principal's Tour of the school – 9.30. Bookings essential via reception 9905 3982

2/09/2015 P&C Meeting


3/09/2015 Year Assembly


4/09/2015 Pinestock wet weather back up

WEEK 9

7/09/2015 Year 11 Yearly Examinations

7/09/2015 Year 10 Science Excursion to ANSTO


8/09/2015 SRC Induction 3.20pm


9/09/2015 Announce SRC 2016 on assembly


10/09/2015 Pastoral care



11/09/2015 Musicale Rehearsal

11/09/2015 Year 10 & 12 Music Excursion Meet the Music 4

12/09/2015 Musicale

WEEK 10





17/09/2015 Year 12 Farewell Assembly


END OF TERM 3

CALL OUT TO MSC STUDENTS and FAMILIES! Sunday 9th August 2015

Every year the Bands of MSC are invited to volunteer at the annual City to Surf fun run at Bondi Beach’s finish line to raise funds for our band programmes. Our job is fun, simple, and extremely important. MSC is highly regarded by the organisers for our excellent customer service. This is a highlight of our school’s fundraising events.

What we have to do

Take bags belonging to the runners from trucks and place them in numerical order so that when the runners arrive at the finish line we can give the bags back to them.

What we get LOTS OF FUN, beach morning and community spirit!

We get paid for every person who attends: family, friends, this is open to everyone, not just MSC students, although we want to see as many of you there!

In 2014 we raised almost $4000. More people = > $$

Event T-shirt Sausage sizzle Sun Herald

A school achievement award for community service (equivalent to 4 x pink merits)

10kg block of chocolate for the school year with most participants

Year 10 students – 6 hours can go towards your 20 hour volunteering quota.

Details

Location: Near finish line at Bondi Beach

Arrival time: 6:30am Estimated finish time: 12:00pm (due to road closures)

Parking: Limited car parking is available, so car pooling is a must! If you can bring a car full of people we can probably get you a parking permit at a nearby car park. There are shuttle buses to take us from the car park to the beach.

Contact: Call Angela Aguam on 0422 618780, or email [email protected] to volunteer for this event. Everyone is welcome.

EDUCATES…CHALLENGES…EXCITES

AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE CADETS

305 SQUADRON IS RECRUITING NOW

No. 305 (City of Pittwater) Squadron is an Australian Air Force Cadet (AAFC) unit. The AAFC is a youth

development organisation supported by the Royal Australian Air Force, and is aimed at providing

Australia’s future generation of leaders with a wide variety of exciting and adventurous activities,

including flying, field craft training and rifle shooting. 305 Squadron meets at The Dee Why Multi

User Depot, during the public school term, on Thursday nights between 6.30pm and 9.30pm.

To be eligible for enrolment you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident aged between

13 and 18 years at time of enrolment. The Squadron’s recruit information evening will be held on

Thursday 23rd July for 7.30pm at Dee Why Multi User Depot, 40 South Creek Rd, Dee Why.

Prospective recruits and their parents are most welcome and encouraged to attend.

If you would like any further information, please visit our website:

www.305sqn.aafc.org.au/recruiting, or find us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/305SQN.

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PARENTS OF TEENS OR ALMOST TEENS

"Learn how to restore a respectful and positive

relationship between you and your teen"

Topics include:

Similarities & differences between being a teenager today & their parent’s day

What it is like being a teenager in this fast paced & competitive world

Assertiveness skills to deal with teen’s behaviour, set boundaries & consequences

Listening skills to find out what is going on in our teenager’s world & support them

VENUE: Chatswood Community Health Centre

57 Hercules St, Chatswood

DATES: Thursday 23rd July 2015

TIME: 7.00pm – 9.30pm

COST: $50pp

PLEASE PHONE 9887 5830 TO BOOK YOUR PLACE IN THIS WORKSHOP www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/Services/CAP

This workshop will be facilitated by a qualified Parent Educator from

Child and Adolescent Parenting, Northern Sydney Local Health District

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RAISING RESPONSIBLE DIGITAL CITIZENSWith Leonie Smith the Cyber Safety Lady

Tue 4 Aug7 - 9pmCromer Campus, South Creek Road, Cromer

FREE but bookings essential on [email protected]

For more information call 9942 2681.

Leonie Smith is one of Australia’s leading cyber safety educators and a mother of four.

Learn how to keep your kids safe online.

• Screen time balance

• Safe social media

• Cyber bullying

• Smart phone safety

• Avoiding adult content

Warringah Council presents

EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT PARENTING

5 SESSION PARENTING COURSE FOR PARENTS OF TEENS

Would you like to learn how to:

Communicate effectively with your teenager? Understand your teenager? Help your teenager with emotional intelligence and managing emotions? Prevent some teenager behaviour problems? Teach your teenager to deal with conflict?

PLEASE PHONE 9887 5830 TO BOOK YOUR PLACE IN THIS COURSE

The 5 session course will be facilitated by a qualified Parent Educator from

Child and Adolescent Parenting, Northern Sydney Local Health District

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VENUE: Chatswood Community Health Centre

57 Hercules St, Chatswood

DATES: Thursdays 30th July – 27th August (5 sessions)

TIME: 7.00pm – 9.30pm

COST: $175pp (Concession $150)

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