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Issue 06 March 11 2011

Dear Parents, Students and Friends of John XXIII College

International Women’s Day

On Tuesday the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day was celebrated around the world. In our Christian tradition we have celebrated women for much longer than 100 years, with Jesus calling many women to ministry and discipleship. Mary Ward and many other women have since formed religious communities that have provided strong leadership in education, health and the protection of the most vulnerable in our society. On this centenary, it is a good opportunity to commend the work of the Loreto Sisters around the world who work to free women from the burden of poor health, systemic violence and poor educational opportunities. On International Women’s Day this prayer was circulated to all Loreto Communities. Women are a reflection of the glory of God. Today we honour the women of all times and all places: Women of courage. Women of hope. Women suffering. Women mourning. Women living fully. Women experiencing joy. Women delighting in life. Women knowing the interconnectedness of the human family. Women honouring the sacredness of the relational, the affective. Women quietly tending the garden of human flourishing. Women boldly leading the transformation of unjust global structures. Women seeking Wisdom. Women sharing Wisdom. Women receiving Love. Women giving Love. Women: life-giving. Women: the image of God. Loving God, we celebrate your faithfulness and love. On this day we commit ourselves to the promotion of the full humanity of all women everywhere. We know that whatever denies, diminishes, or distorts the full humanity of women is not of God. Help us to be faithful to your call to love. Amen. Source: The Centre of Concern

Lent On Wednesday the 40 day period of preparation for the Easter Tridium commenced with Ash Wednesday. Lent has three major foci: Alms Giving (we will direct our efforts to supporting Project Compassion) Prayer (We will refocus our prayer throughout the College to the Lenten journey. There is

always the opportunity to come to the community mass on Friday at 8.00am) Fasting: (perhaps a carbon fast where you might try as a family to reduce your energy

consumption. Together let us seek justice Yours sincerely Mrs Anne Fry - Principal

Around the Primary Dear Parents, We are now in the first week of Lent. On Wednesday we gathered together to celebrate Mass for Ash Wednesday. A big thank you to Miss Coniglio, Mrs Vicoli and Year 6G for preparing this lovely Mass. At Mass Father Gaetan reminded us that Lent is a time of getting ready for the feast of Easter by trying to live the way Jesus showed us to live. During Lent let us help our children to reflect on compassion and justice in our world by giving what we can to Project Compassion. Please encourage your children to ‘give up’ some of their money to others in need by filling the Project Compassion boxes in their classrooms. The children from Years 3-6 enjoyed participating in the Swimming Carnival yesterday and it was so wonderful to see so many parents and friends supporting this event. Congratulations to St Louis and Loyola, our Champion Houses for 2011. Well done to all the competitors – you certainly made us proud! Our appreciation is extended to Mr Alderman for organizing this sensational swimming carnival and to all the hard working helpers. Congratulations to all the Houses: Equal First: St Louis with 290 points and Loyola with 290 Points. Koolyangarra with 258 Points: Loreto with 223 points: Campion with 196 Points and Ward with 155 Points. Next Thursday 17th March we will be celebrating Primary House Day at John XXIII. This involves the children participating in a range of activities that commemorate the House to which they belong and to also remember the Founders of our College. Just a reminder, on this special day the children are required to wear their House shirt and sports shorts. They will need to bring morning tea, however, lunch (a sausage sizzle and drink) will be provided by the College. Parents are very welcome to join us as at 11am for a prayer celebration in the chapel. Finally, special thanks to all those who have put so much time and effort into organising the Family Picnic. It is wonderful that so many families are supporting this social event tomorrow (Saturday 12th March). I’m sure a good time is going to be had by one and all at the picnic. Kind regards, Ms Antoinette De Pinto - Head of Primary

Canteen Roster - Week 6 - Yr 7 Monday March 14th Gabriella Rowsthorn, Kathryn Salt Tuesday March 15th Zoe Muir, Liz Green Wednesday March 16th Vicki Buchanan, Mary Harrington Thursday March 17th Patricia McKinley, Vicki Murphy Friday March 18th Paula Grey, Merryn Hohenstein To order on line go to www.ouronlinecanteen.com.au Maureen Taylor - Canteen Coordinator

Chaplain’s Column

It seems to be a standard biblical pattern that when people are called by God for some purpose, they soon undergo a period of test. In hearing and following that divine call they may have experienced a sense of personal affirmation and a freedom to serve. Jesus comes into a desert experience, within the context of God’s love and acceptance., to learn far more deeply what it is to be human being, stripped of the usual props and comforts, alone simply with that God relationship, he had to feel his own powerlessness, sinfulness and utter dependence upon the grace of God. Only with this knowledge can anyone become God’s instrument for life and for good in the world. There is a classic instance of Israel’s forty year wandering in the Sinai desert a period of testing, where Israel often failed. Jesus, the New Adam, spent a long Lent of forty days fasting in desert during which time his body and soul gained in freedom and his awareness became more acute. In solidarity with all who suffer hunger and oppression, Jesus, the New Moses, experiences his Exodus. ‘In the desert, I am worth only the value of my ideals ‘says A. de Saint Exupery. The vivid account of the Jesus’ temptation is a suggestion by Matthew the evangelist, that the true God and true man, was tempted by Satan during all his earthly life. Jesus was tempted in subtle ways. After he had been in the wilderness for forty days, the tempter appeared to him and urged him to turn stones into bread. Jesus must have been hungry after his long fast. Often a temptation can appear like a reasonable idea, at least superficially. But Jesus realises he is being tempted to become somebody other than who he really is. Temptation is often like that. It invites us to enter into a fantasy world and to lose our grip on reality. We can start to live in dream world. The tempter faced Jesus with three familiar temptations: to use his power to be materially secure (never hungry), physically safe (comfortable) and politically successful (in control). The desire for wealth, comfort or political power is normal human impulses, and Jesus rejects them all. Jesus rejects this ultimate temptation which is to want to take control. Jesus lets God be in control of his life. It wasn’t easy for Jesus and it isn’t easy for us today. May this Lent, help us to give up acquiring more stuff, and give up seeking comfort and control so that we may have courage to meet our own challenges in our own wilderness experience. “It is the heart which experiences God and not the reason. This then, is faith: God felt by the heart not by the reason”. Blasé Pascal.

Fr Gaetan Pereira - College Chaplain

Welcome to Fr. Greg Jacobs SJ

The Holy Rosary Parish, Nedlands wil l have an opportunity to meet and welcome their new Parish Priest at morning tea after the 9.30 Mass on Sunday March 13th.

Please bring your family and friends and a SMALL plate of food for sharing. Hope to see you there! For further information, please contact Trudy McKenna, Parish Council Secretary, Holy Rosary Parish, Nedlands. Ph:6389 2842 or mobile: 0438 551210.

Parents of Year 12 Students On Friday 4th March the Year 12 Students were issued with documents and addressed on the following; Year 12 Awards 2011 The Awards Policy document outlines the major awards acknowledged at such events as Valete (22nd October) and the College Presentation Evening (29th November). The students were also made aware of awards which are issued by the Curriculum Council. To access the Awards Policy, click on the following link. http://www.johnxxiii.edu.au/Policies/Pages/Awardspolicy.aspx The College Assessment Policy The students were made aware of this document at the start of the year when their subject teachers went through Course and Assessment outlines with them. Friday’s session was intended as reinforcement of the key areas of the policy. To access the Assessment Policy, click on the following link; http://www.johnxxiii.edu.au/Policies/Pages/AssessmentPolicies.aspx Tutorial and Leisure Periods College’s expectations of the students during these periods was further outlined and arrangements for the changeover of these leisure periods was also organised. Student Permission Forms These are Curriculum Council issued documents. The students are asked to indicate their willingness to have their names and addresses released by the Curriculum Council to other institutions such as TAFE and the Universities so they can send information to the students. The Student Permission Form is available at the following link; http://www.johnxxiii.edu.au/Policies/Documents/Student%20Permission%20Form.pdf The College, as an authorising body, will sign this on your behalf. Please contact me should you require further clarification. Robert Novacsek - Deputy Principal, Studies

Musical Notes

Entry forms for CATHOLIC PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL are now available from the MUSIC OFFICE. Ms Toni Strong - Music Coordinator

UWA Parents Day 2011 The University of Western Australia, in conjunction with The WA Health Department Centre for Clinical Interventions are proud to support a one day professional development initiative for all WA parents. Parents Day 2011 will be held at the Esplanade Hotel in Fremantle on Saturday May 14th. This inaugural event coincides with The National Families Week and has been timed to coincide with the United Nations International Day of Families on 15 May. Parents Day promotes the development and enhancement of positive community with a firm emphasis on developing positive family ties. Internationally acclaimed experts in parenting Dr Michael Carr Gregg and Steve Biddulph (author of over four million books on parenting) will lead the days with stage presentations and hands on workshops. Among the other presenters we welcome eating disorders expert Professor Sue Byrne who will talk about the need to promote a positive body image and KidsMatter who will discuss the importance of understanding community beyond the walls of schools and colleges. We believe that you will find this event extremely worthwhile. For further information, visit www.parentsday.com.au for further details and ticket purchase or contact Parents Day Contact - T 08 9388 8843 F 08 9388 8848 - [email protected]

Primary House Day Thursday 17th March 2011 The College has planned a day full of fun and dedication to the House Groups. We ask that all students come to school dressed in their House T-Shirts.

Secondary School - Compassion Day Thursday 17th March 2011 Wear green for St Patrick’s Day and Project Compassion Day As part of the Project Compassion Appeal and to acknowledge St. Patrick’s Day the College asks that all Secondary students wear GREEN on Thursday 17th March 2011. All students are asked to make a gold coin donation to project Compassion through their tutor group. We urge parents to encourage their child to dress sensibly and appropriately for this occasion, some guidelines are as follows;

Jeans, knee length shorts or skirt

Modest Green top (no slogans, not ripped)

Closed shoes

Decorate in green! (jewellery, hats etc)

NO BODY PAINT! NO GREEN HAIR!

All classes will be conducted as usual, therefore students should bring normal PE uniform if they have PE on the day and all their books etc. Silvana Vicoli - Faith & Justice Coordinator

Health Information HEAD LICE INFORMATION AS A PREVENTATIVE MEASURE COULD PARENTS/GUARDIANS PLEASE CHECK YOUR CHILD/REN REGULARLY FOR HEAD LICE. What are Head Lice? Head lice are tiny insect parasites that live on the human head, feeding on the scalp several times a day. Head lice reproduce by laying their eggs (nits) on the hair shaft close to the scalp. They are not dangerous, don’t carry diseases and are not a sign of poor hygiene. How are head lice spread? Head lice are spread by head-to-head contact with another person who has head lice, e.g. when doing group work at school, playing, or hugging. Head lice can run from one head to another in seconds. Head lice cannot fly, jump or swim, but they can sometimes ‘trapeze’ from one hair to another. Brushes and combs are unlikely to transfer head lice and do not transfer viable eggs, as these are very hard to detach from the hair shaft. Head lice are not spread through bed linen, clothing or head gear, as they do not leave the scalp unless they are dead or dying. Eggs (nits) do not fall off until weeks after they have hatched as the egg shells are glued tightly to the hair shaft. How do I look for head lice?

Dry head checks are unreliable, due to the speed at which head lice move. Saturate dry hair with hair conditioner, then comb in sections with a metal fine-tooth ‘nit’ comb.

Wipe the comb on a white paper towel and examine them with a strong light or magnifying glass to look for head lice and eggs.

What do I do if I find head lice? Check all household members (use hair conditioner). Choose one of the treatments from the Department of Health’s Fact Sheet (10 day hair conditioner

treatment or insecticide treatment) Inform the class teacher or nurse and inform any other contacts. Parent/guardian of child with head lice will be given confirmation of treatment form to complete and

return Parents/Guardians will be emailed when head lice is reported from a class. When treatment is completed, check the hair regularly, e.g. weekly, for any further head lice

infestation. Early treatment can prevent spread to further close contacts. For further information go to www.health.wa.gov.au/headlice.

Mrs Jenny Hill - College Nurse

Contact: Ana on 0411 513 274 Bryce on [email protected] Jenny on [email protected]

Tuesday Prayer Group at St Thomas Please Come...Tuesdays....Prayer Group @ St Thomas If you are looking to connect with other like-minded women, who share a Christian spirituality, then please feel welcome to come along to our Prayer Group. First we enjoy a cuppa, chat and then share moments with God in prayer. It is very casual and there are no expectations...we are happy just to be with God for about 1 hour a week, in fellowship with other women. You may be struggling with a situation, or just want to give thanks, it is refreshing to hand it over to God. “No experience required”. Where: St Thomas meeting room (adjacent to church). College Rd Claremont. When: We meet every Tuesday 9am for a 9.30am start. Queries: 04385 58788- Julie

Celebrate at John XXIII College! The season of Lent commences this coming week, on Ash Wednesday. As we look forward to the joyous feast of Easter, and perhaps think of ways to renew our hearts and minds, we might consider joining some of the staff, parents and students at the Friday Community Mass? The Church has given us a beautiful sequence of readings for Lent - so come for all six Fridays - or just one. Don't worry if you haven't been before - it is short and friendly. Mass commences at 8:00 and finishes at 8:30. Venue: Chapel.

Children's Liturgy at Holy Rosary Parish Children's Liturgy will commence again this Sunday 27th Feb @ 9.30am Mass Children’s Liturgy is a great avenue for children to understand the meaning of the Gospel as it is unfolded in an activity, and through discussion with each other on how to apply it to their daily lives. It is also a great means of children obtaining a better understanding of the Mass and their Catholic faith as they prepare for their Sacraments. NB Morning tea always follows after the 9.30am Mass each Sunday in the Parish Hall throughout the school terms. Trudy McKenna - Children's Liturgy Co-ordinator

All you ever wanted to know about the Mass and were afraid to ask Now there is the opportunity to explore the what, why and how, in a venue near you (see below). Workshops are free, but spaces limited so it is essential to book through The Centre for Liturgy on 9207 3350 or [email protected] These two-hour workshops will enable participants reflect on the spiritual and theological understandings of the Mass, using the beautiful Become One Body, One Spirit in Christ DVD, which has just been made in Australia for use throughout the English speaking world. You don’t need your own copy for the workshop but you are welcome to buy a copy. Available from: St Paul’s Publications for $32.95 WEB http://www.stpauls.com.au/product/4407 EMAIL [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. WORKSHOPS 7:30 – 9:30 pm (Remember you must pre-book)

Tuesday 5th April St Cecilia’s Parish, Floreat. (Claremont Zone)

Wednesday 6th April Sacred Heart Parish, Thornlie. (Queens Park Zone)

Tuesday 3rd May St John Paul Parish, Willetton. (Canning Zone)

Tuesday 21st June St Anthony’s Parish, Greenmount. (Guildford Zone)

Thursday 14th July St Mary’s Parish, Leederville. (Central Zone)

Tuesday 2nd August Our Lady of Lourdes, Rockingham. (Fremantle Zone)

Careers Corner

Tertiary Open Days 2011 – Dates for your calendar for Year 10, 11, 12 students and parents. Check local press and University websites for more information Sunday 31 July ECU Joondalup campus http://www.ecu.edu.au/future-students/overview Sunday 31 July University of Notre Dame, Fremantle www.nd.edu.au Sunday 7 August ECU Mt Lawley campus and WAAPA http://www.ecu.edu.au/future-students/overview ; and http://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/

Sunday 7 August Murdoch University http://www.murdoch.edu.au/Future-students/ Sunday 14 August UWA http://www.newcourses2012.uwa.edu.au/ Sunday 21 August Curtin University http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au/ GapBreak Opportunity # 1 Antipodeans Abroad are holding their WA information night on Monday 11th April from 6.30pm-7.30pm. It will be located in Tutorial Room SS1.033 at Murdoch University. Bookings are essential, please register online at www.antipodeans.com.au . For further information about Antipodeans Abroad and their programs throughout Africa, South America, Asia and Europe – visit their website, or watch videos on their YouTube channel www.youtube/AntipsAbroad. Programs range from conservation, construction, teaching, community work, sports coaching, wildlife conservation and orphanage work and vary in length from 1-3 months.

Gap Year Opportunity # 2 Closing date to apply for Rotary Youth Exchange program is March 31. Students must be at 16-18 to apply and be prepared to spend 12 months in another country attending secondary school. Experience first hand a different culture and lifestyle. Cost is $6500 and parents are expected to cover all additional travel expenses. For further information see www.youthexchange.asn.au Into Wildlife, at the Zoo, A One Day Careers Seminar, 2 & 3rd May or Wednesday 12 October 2011. These school holiday seminars for Year 11/12 students are incredibly popular, so book now. They run 9.00am-4.00pm, and cost $50.00 for the day. This is a really useful day for students who are thinking about a career working with wildlife. There is input from tertiary institutions about relevant courses, and from potential employers, along with the fun of a behind-the-scenes look at what goes on at the Zoo. Cost is $50 & $45 for Friends of the Zoo Registration forms can be downloaded at www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au/Whats-On/Events/ Future Student Information Evenings at ECU There are a number of these held over the coming weeks at all Campuses of ECU. The purpose of these evenings is to provide prospective students and their parents with an opportunity to hear about the courses offered, entry requirements, pathways into ECU courses, scholarships etc. and to have any questions answered by staff and prospective student officers. The dates and times are: 9 March, Joondalup Campus, 6.00pm – 7.30pm 10 March, Mt Lawley Campus, 6.00pm – 7.30pm 10 March, South West Campus, Bunbury, 6.00pm-7.30pm With all of the above, prospective students and parents can arrive at 5.30pm if they would like to take a tour of the campus hosting the evening. To register your interest see www.wcu.edu.au/future.students/events Friday 11 March is the closing date for the Australian Defence Force Technical Scholarships. These scholarships are great for students who are interested in pursuing a Defence Force Career in a technical/trade area. The scholarships are open to year 11 ($2000 per annum) and year 12 students ($3000 per annum). Applications opened on the 1 Feb, so interested students can now pick up the necessary brochures/forms from Ms Hammond. Enquiries can be directed to the DTS Info Line on 1300 880 818 or email [email protected] Useful Resources : Avoiding the Black Hole of Despair: A Guide to Managing Exam Anxiety This very useful booklet, produced by Dr Jim Elliott and his team at the University Counselling Service, Curtin, was published last year. I think it’s great, and at $5 for the booklet, plus a CD, it has to be value for money. You can order it on 9266 7850, or download an order form on http://counselling.curtin.edu.au/publication/ If you are not already familiar with this series, the website will give you a chance to look at the other excellent booklets. I specially recommend Treading Water while the Sharks are Circling: Practical Study Skills for Secondary School Students, only $4. Bond University Scholarships Opening Soon Bond University will once again be offering a large number of full and part-fee scholarships to Australia’s best and brightest students. Their 2012 program consists of our annual Vice-Chancellor Scholarships, Corporate Scholarship and Deans’ Scholarships as well as the Vynka Hohnen Scholarship (just for Western Australian students). Applications open online from April 1 and will close on August 1. Further information on the scholarships available this year can be found online at www.bond.edu.au/scholarships or alternatively contact their Excellence Program coordinator, Kristy Manyweathers on 07 5595 1067 or email [email protected].

Ms Hammond - Careers Counsellor

NAS Scores from Round 2 - John XXIII v Chisholm College Results are also detailed in the West Australian Newspaper. A link to all scores and league standing can be viewed online; http://www.metisc.com.au/iscoresn/index.cfm?db=5&foid=5

Time Sport Home Team v Away Team

Monday, 28 February 2011

04:00 PM BASKETBALL BYYR7 Chisholm College 44 v 29 John XXIII College

04:00 PM BASKETBALL GRLYR7 Chisholm College 27 v 41 John XXIII College

04:00 PM BEACH VOLL BYYR7 Chisholm College 0 v 3 John XXIII College

04:00 PM BEACH VOLL GRLYR7 Chisholm College 3 v 2 John XXIII College

04:00 PM CRICKET BYYR7 Chisholm College 77 v 95 John XXIII College

04:00 PM FUTSAL GRLYR7 Chisholm College 1 v 4 John XXIII College

04:00 PM TENNIS BYYR7 Chisholm College 0 v 4 John XXIII College

04:00 PM TENNIS GRLYR7 Chisholm College 1 v 3 John XXIII College

Tuesday, 01 March 2011

04:00 PM BASKETBALL BYYR9 John XXIII College 16 v 27 Chisholm College


04:00 PM BASKETBALL GRLYR9 John XXIII College 26 v 24 Chisholm College


04:00 PM BEACH VOLL BYYR8 Chisholm College 3 v 0 John XXIII College

04:00 PM BEACH VOLL BYYR9 John XXIII College 0 v 3 Chisholm College

04:00 PM BEACH VOLL GRLYR8 Chisholm College 1 v 3 John XXIII College

04:00 PM BEACH VOLL GRLYR9 John XXIII College 0 v 3 Chisholm College


04:00 PM CRICKET BYYR9 John XXIII College 132 v 91 Chisholm College

04:00 PM FUTSAL GRLYR8 Chisholm College 1 v 5 John XXIII College

04:00 PM FUTSAL GRLYR9 John XXIII College 7 v 6 Chisholm College


04:00 PM TENNIS BYYR9 John XXIII College 3 v 1 Chisholm College


04:00 PM TENNIS GRLYR9 John XXIII College 1 v 3 Chisholm College

Wednesday, 02 March 2011

04:00 PM BASKETBALL BYYR11-12 John XXIII College 38 v 34 Chisholm College


04:00 PM BASKETBALL GRLYR11-12 John XXIII College 19 v 47 Chisholm College



04:00 PM FUTSAL GY10-11-12 John XXIII College 0 v 15 Chisholm College


04:00 PM TENNIS BYYR11-12 John XXIII College 3 v 0 Chisholm College


04:00 PM TENNIS GRLYR11-12 John XXIII College 2 v 1 Chisholm College

04:00 PM TOUCH BYYR10 Chisholm College 8 v 4 John XXIII College

04:00 PM TOUCH BYYR11-12 John XXIII College 7 v 3 Chisholm College

04:00 PM TOUCH GY10-11-12 John XXIII College 0 v 11 Chisholm College

ACC Swimming Team 2011 Yr 7 - 12 The ACC Swimming squad has been announced. All students that have been selected should have received a letter in tutor group. A copy of the team can be found on the College website. Good luck to all students involved and thank you to all students that have attended training. Training will continue on Monday, Wednesday and Friday until the ACC Carnival. All students are welcome, training is not limited to the ACC team.

Associates Rugby Club 2011 Junior’s Registration Gather up some mates & get them signed up as well. New & returning players can register at Associates Clubhouse. For details pick up a flyer from the PE office.

State 12’s AFL Team In 2010 Western Australia sent a 12's team to compete for the first time in the School Sport Australia National AFL Football Championships that were held in Perth. In 2011 trials will be in the April / May school holidays. Any students who are turning 12 years of age this year (born in 1999) and may be keen to trial for the state schoolboys please follow information below. Online Nomination: Visit the School Sport WA website ( www.schoolsportwa.com.au) Look for the 'Interstate Teams' bar found on the left hand side of the webpage. Then go to the 'AFL 12 years' section where you will locate the online nomination form. All details pertaining to these trials can be found on the School Sport WA website.

Trials for the State School Girls and Boys for 2011 Trials for the State School Girls and Boys for 2011 have been confirmed. Nomination forms can be found on the School Sport WA Website, click on Interstate team, then Water Polo, then nomination Form. Nominations close Wednesday 25th of March All of the trials will be at Challenge Stadium in the Outdoor Water Pool. There is a nomination fee of $25 to be given to the managers at the trials. Trials are as follows. Friday March 25th - 6.30pm - 8pm (Share boys & girls) Sunday March 27th - 9-10.30 (Girls) - 10.30 -12 (boys) Friday 1st of April 6.30pm - 8pm (Share boys & girls) Sunday 3rd of April - 9-10.30 (Girls) - 10.30 -12 (boys) Team to be announced on the Monday the 4th of April. Tournament: Melbourne, Victoria - Date: June 19th - 24th 2011 All details can be found on the School Sport WA Website

Cross Country Yr 7 - 12 Cross Country is back! Any student from Yr 7 - 12 interested in improving their fitness or challenging to make the ACC squad are invited to come along to training. Training will start on Tuesday 8 March at 7.10am, students to meet in the pavilion. Training will continue on Tuesday & Thursday throughout the Term.

ACC Netball Tour The ACC will be sending two teams (U17) to New Zealand in July. The teams will travel to the north and south islands from the 12th to the 23rd July 2011. The ACC is now calling for nominations from players and umpires to trial for the team in what is set to be a fantastic tour. Selection trials will take place in March/April, with training beginning in May. Nominate on-line through the ACC web site (www.accsport.asn.au) prior to trials. Nomination fee of $10 is payable to the School Sport Coordinator. No late nominations will be accepted. Nominations close Wednesday 16th March 2011

Parent-Teen Connection We have all come through adolescence – do we remember? It has always been a challenging, sometimes frustrating period of life’s journey. Thankfully, today’s parents are usually more inclined to listen. Living with teenagers can be confusing and even worrying, but also rewarding. This course reduces stress and teaches parents to communicate, negotiate and minimise conflict. Topics include

behaviours and tasks of adolescence developing a helpful perspective on adolescence communication adolescents understand handling conflict minimise discipline. 15 Cambridge Street WEST LEEDERVILLE (Cnr Southport) - 14— 21 March Places are limited so book now on 9489 6322

The ‘Rock and Water’ Program Facilitated by Craig Van Waardenburg (accredited Rock and Water trainer) this father/son activity-based program builds on the complementary strengths of ‘the rock’ and ‘the water’. One is firm and assertive, while the other is flexible and willing to cooperate. Many boys are inclined to be primarily physical, and when faced with conflict or a problem often express them-selves physically. Through gaining body awareness, self-awareness and emotional awareness they can better recognise the patterns of their own reactions and the reactions of others. There are two courses running, each focussing on a different age group. The February and May courses are targeting 8-12 year olds and the June course is targeting 13-16 year olds. Though primarily for fathers and sons, a male mentor or other role model is welcome to participate with the boy. WEST LEEDERVILLE Primary School - 58 Northwood Street Saturday 19 March 2011 (8 – 12 year olds) Time: 8.30am – 12.30pm - Fee: $50 per pair - Places are limited so book now on 9489 6322

Mums Raising Boys However well-prepared mothers are logically, the emotional response to having a boy is often still, ‘Wow! This is unknown territory.’ It is true that for many mothers, the idea of raising a son carries its own set of worries. As the primary female role model in a boy’s life, mothers play an important role in the development of their son’s identity. This in turn affects how they relate to others, particularly to girls and women. This workshop will discuss: the importance of the mother-son relationship what boys need from their mums practical ways to improve and maintain a positive and rewarding relationship. FREMANTLE - 1 Ord Street Wednesday 23 March, 2011 Time: 6.30 – 9.00pm Fee: $25 per person Places are limited so book now on 9489 6322