The Dove Winter 2010 - Issue 64

Acknowledgments

From the Editor

Editor Sian Orchard

2010 MARKS the 30th Anniversary of the Foundation of All Saints' College; a time for current and former students, staff, parents and friends to celebrate and reflect on this special milestone.

Many of our foundation students are now at a stage in their lives where they are choosing an All Saints' education for their own children. It is exciting to see the outstanding education that our Old Saints enjoyed at the College, continue through the next generation. All Saints' ongoing association with these families is valued, not only because they have contributed to the history of the College, but also because they will play an important role in its future. The photographs on page 47 of this edition of The Dove, highlight how increasing numbers of Old Saints have a great desire for their children to experience the ever-expanding opportunities on offer at the College.

The 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner held on Saturday, 28 August 2010 at Forrest Centre in Perth, was a glittering affair and a wonderful tribute to the College. The success of the event was largely due to the hard-working team of organisers from the Parents and Friends' Society, and to everyone who shared in this memorable occasion.

College Archivist, Sue Sondalini, produced a special 30th Anniversary DVD that was shown at the Gala Dinner. More than 160 photographs were selected for the DVD to highlight the evolution of the College throughout each decade. It was interesting to see how the College campus and buildings have developed over the years to meet the needs of growing student and staff numbers, as well as the changes in technology, fashion, and in the range of learning opportunities and facilities available to our students. It is a wonderful visual reminder of just how far the College has progressed in 30 years.

Art Director Tony Clarke, Spirit Printer Lamb Print Photography Community Relations Department, Mrs Bronwyn Hardinge, Miss Jaelle Wiedemann, Robert Johnson Photography, Community Newspaper Group, staff and students Editorial Contributors Staff, students and College community members Proof Readers Community Relations Department, Mrs Mary Thornton All Saints' College Ewing Avenue, Bull Creek WA 6149 PO Box 165, Willetton WA 6955 www.allsaints.wa.edu.au

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All Saints' College staff and students release colourful balloons to raise money for Anglicare's Suitcase of Hope Appeal, offering hope for children in foster care.

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From the Principal

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Chaplain Chatter

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Senior School Library Extensions

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Final Eucharist in Performing Arts Centre

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Welcome New Board Chair

10 Young Pianists Perform in New York 11 Choirs Excel in Fremantle Eisteddfod 12 Lit Fest 201 0

42 From the Parents and Friends' Society President's Report

44 From the Archive 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner DVD, Year 2 students visit the Archive.

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46 From the Old Saints' President 47 Old Saints

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16 Staff News 21 From the Head of Junior School 22 Junior School 30 Transition Program 33 Senior School

THE dove is the traditional symbol of the Holy Spirit, a messenger of good news or peace.

It forms an integral part of the All Saints' College crest and represents the school's commitment to the spiritual and moral development of its students.

The magazine title also links in with the College's other major publication, the Columba year-book, Columba being Latin for dove.

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From the Principal Dr Geoffrey Shaw - Principal The Cyber Friendly Schools Project

ALL Saints' College has, for many years, had a strong and proactive approach to bullying issues.

We were an early adopter of the Friendly Schools and Families program which had the great and unusual benefit of being evidence-based.

We maintain our Friendly Schools committee at the College to manage and review our implementation. We remain proactive in teaching our students how to behave so that bullying and its consequences are minimised, and we are serious in responding to instances of bullying.

Recently, an online reporting tool, the ASC Bullying Report Form, has been added to our Portal, accessible through the 'Counselling Services' page. Research indicates that online reporting is an immensely valuable facility.

In recent years, cyber bullying has become a prominent and much-publicised dimension of bullying. Research has indicated that there is a strong correlation between electronic and other forms of bullying. For example, 91 % of boys who bully offline also bully online. However, there is a pervasiveness to online bullying which makes it more insidious and potentially more dangerous.

It certainly makes it more difficult to manage as it gives culprits far greater access to their victims, and the damage is spread much farther.

This year, All Saints' has joined the Cyber Friendly Schools Project, being one of 20 schools

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involved, with a further 17 joining by 2012.

The project is being conducted by the Child Health Promotion Research Centre, based at Edith Cowan University, which developed and manages Friendly Schools and Families. The project will provide evidence-based strategies and training to enhance students' social skills and to reduce cyber bullying.

The Cyber Friendly Schools Project has already begun with an ECU briefing, informing several of our pastoral staff and some Year 10 students of up-to-date research related to cyber bullying. We will now revise our behaviour management policies to incorporate the latest knowledge. The project will involve both staff and students, with the students being prepared for a role disseminating information to other student groups. Earlier this year, we participated in a student survey, the results from which will indicate to us the nature of cyber bullying as it impacts on the College and our students.

The project will also supply us with lesson materials for curriculum delivery of information, both factual and ethical, about cyber bullying issues. As the project progresses, we will have early access to its findings on developing issues and on recommended interventions.

In July the Australian Communications and

Media Authority delivered three presentations, one to Year 10 students, one to the College staff and one to parents. We subsequently hosted a further presentation for parents, Think U Know, provided by the Australian Federal Police. We have sought to concentrate on this area for parents as management of this whole issue demands strong teamwork between the College and families.

National data shows that between a quarter and a third of children between Year 4 and

Year 10 report being bullied. As a school with a sharp focus on the pastoral care of its students, All Saints' seeks to take a prominent role in managing the behaviours which make bullying so damaging. Part of that approach includes constant review of our processes, informed by the latest research and thinking.

Chaplain Chatter Father Braden Short - College Chaplain "Now make me completely happyllive in harmony by showing love for each other.

Be united in what you think, as if you were only one person." (Philippians 2: 2)

I HAD the privilege of going to a Positive Schools Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference in May this year. The keynote speaker was Jane Elliott, famous for the Brown Eye, Blue Eye exercise that exposed prejudice and bigotry, initially among the middle class of a small town called Riceville, in America. Since the initial exercise with her Year 3 class, her work has been studied and documented by both universities and broadcasters, and many others have learnt about themselves and racial prejudice.

During the course of one of her presentations a fellow delegate, of Aboriginal heritage, shared how her children are treated differently, simply because of the varying shades of their skin, here, in Perth, today. The sad truth is that difference is looked upon with suspicion, even in our beautiful part of the world.

One of the most powerful talks came from Wilson McCaskill, of The Games Factory; Play /5 The Way Program, whose school years were far from positive. He shared how he overcame systemic brutalisation by finding strength from within, which sustained him during his years at school. He was able to transcend being bullied and, as a child, discovered by himself that bullying was about the perpetrator, and nothing to do with him or his worth as a human being.

One of the great gifts we have at All Saints' College is the diversity of our community's heritage. We are a community well represented by people of differing racial backgrounds.

This bodes well for our children's future as they share the gift of diversity as part of their education. Indeed, to educate means to lead out of ignorance. As our world becomes smaller, the celebration of diversity will become all the more vital. As our students continue to support those less fortunate than themselves, by paying for balloon launches for foster children,

through to the Red Shield Appeal, they are becoming united, 'becoming one' and forging a community of harmony and love. To be educated means far more than being proficient in Mathematics, English, SOSE and Science.

It means taking responsibility for one another and for our future. It means being resilient in adversity and taking a stand against those who would bully, rather than being a bystander.

If you are only interested in a person for one year, plant crops. If you are interested in them

for 10 years, plant trees. If you wish to support them for their lifetime, educate the people. May we continue to be educators, for the educated will shine a light on ignorance and seek harmony.

The Lord Be With You.

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College News Senior School Library extensions take shape WORK is now well advanced on modifications to the Senior School Library.

These will expand the space by about two thirds, with the new area an extension to the south, and a significant storage undercroft under the extension.

ENTRY will be through a new, fully glazed atrium, a welcoming space interacting with The Common. The Library space itself will be completely re-organised.

Much of the building will employ expansive glazing to provide a transparency to the spaces. The western wall will include staff work areas and the issues desk, as well as two classrooms, both with a fully glazed wall on the interior. These rooms will include a combination of chairs, desks and upholstered seating, allowing both reading and written work.

The eastern wall will house a seminar room, two student carrels, some work desks and the non-fiction stacks. Through the middle, there will be a display area, a copying and printing facility, and the fiction stacks. This zone will be topped by a c1erestory.

The south wall will be fully glazed and will overlook landscaped park space adjoining Brockman Avenue. This last zone will include a series of tables and chairs to accommodate a further full class for research, and an informal reading area attached to a newspaper and magazine display.

The modifications will provide more spaces and a vastly improved atmosphere.

All areas will be newly furnished so as to contribute to the smart and modern aesthetic.

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Scheduled conclusion time for the library extensions is mid-November 2010, allowing us to occupy the building in the final part of the year and commence operations in there from the start of the new year.

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College News Foundation student reflects on 'end of an era' ON 20 May 2010, 17 years since she attended her first Eucharist in the Performing Arts Centre as a Foundation student of the College, Sonia Johnson (nee Reed) reminisced as the final College Eucharist was held in the PA Centre. This time she was attending as a member of the All Saints' Board of Management and Old Saints' Committee.

"I remember the first Eucharist held in the PA Centre when I was in Year 10. The building seemed so big and cold at the time, we were lucky to fill half of the centre with students, teachers and parents/' Sonia said.

"My most vivid memory is singing my favourite hymn, For All The Saints. Reverend Mclntyre would ask us to sing loudly so he could hear us, and my fellow students would look at me as I sang loud and proud/' she said.

As a student, Sonia not only attended Eucharists in the PA Centre, but also Assemblies, Examinations, Art Exhibitions, Drama performances, Dance and Sports events, as well as her Graduation Dinner.

For Sonia, the most notable difference between the first and final Eucharists held in the PA Centre, was the number of people sitting on seats.

"Sure, the number of students, teachers and parents had increased by hundreds, but that seemed to be where it ended/' Sonia said. "It felt like time hadn't changed as Father Braden stood up and asked us to sing loudly so he could hear For All The Saints in the PA Centre for the last time." Feeling right 'at home' with her favourite song, Sonia once again sang loud and proud, and the students standing nearby 8

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looked across at her. "Much to my horror, time does change things! The words to my favourite song had been altered/' Sonia said.

That aside, Sonia felt honoured to attend the first and final Eucharists held in the Performing Arts Centre. "It is sad to see the end of an era, but exciting to be part of a new one as the College Eucharists and Assemblies move into the newly constructed Indoor Sports Centre."

Sonio Johnson (nee Reed) Foundation student; 1981 Student Executive Council; 1985 Former Students' Association/ Old Saints' Committee; 2002 - present Board Member; 2007 - present

All Saints' welcomes new Board Chair MRS Judith Cottier, who was Chair of the Board at All Saints' College for two-and-a-half years, has now resigned from the position in order to undertake some well-deserved holidaying with her husband.

Breakfast series for College parents DURING Semester 1, All Saints' College Principal Dr Geoffrey Shaw and Head of Junior School Mrs Penelope Crane, were delighted to invite small groups of College parents to a series of breakfasts in the Board Room.

THESE breakfasts provided informal opportunities for dialogue and sharing between the Principal, Head of Junior School, and invited parents of the College. Throughout the coming years, it is hoped the invitation can be extended to all College families to attend an enjoyable breakfast before school and work.

THE College is enormously grateful for Mrs Cottier's valuable and generous contribution, and we wish her a rewarding - belated retirement.

We are very fortunate that Mr Peter Gow has agreed to accept the Chair. Mr Gow has been a College parent since 2004 when his and Beth's first son, David, entered Year 8.

David graduated from All Saints' in 2008.

Meanwhile, Evan began Year 8 in 2006 and is completing Year 12 this year.

Mr Gow holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree and a Bachelor of Arts degree, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Management. He is a Chartered Professional Engineer and a Member of the Institution of Engineers, Australia. He is currently Executive Director, Building Commission, with the Department of Commerce. His experience with building codes, standards, regulation and tendering has already been of great benefit to the College as we pursue our substantial capital works program.

We are delighted to welcome Mr Peter Gow as our Board Chair at this important time for the College.

Dr Geoffrey Shaw - Principal

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College News Young pianists perform at prestigious Carnegie Hall

Memories from New York

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OUR family left for New 9 April 2010. We stayed at a hotel opposite Carnegie Hall. There was also a piano practice studio for hire, right opposite where we were staying. I practised for two hours on the piano each morning, before we spent the rest of the day sightseeing the 'Big Apple'.

ALL Saints' College Year 3 student Arielle Lu, and Benjamin Chia in Year 8, were two of eight talented young Perth musicians to be invited to perform at the world renowned Carnegie Hall in New York in April.

ARIELLE and Benjamin, both under the tutelage of Mr Yoon Sen Lee, were selected after winning medals for their solo performances at the Passion of Music 2010 International Young Musicians Festival. This annual festival is organised by the American Association for Development of the Gifted and Talented (AADGT). The philosophy and aspiration of the AADGT are to afford talented young musicians and artists an opportunity to reach the highest pinnacles of their potential.

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The All Saints' students were joined by other young musicians from around the globe. It was an amazing, dream-come-true opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall for these up-andcoming musicians. Arielle and Ben were also invited to perform at Steinway Hall, the concert hall housing the headquarters of the famous Steinway and Sons pianos.

WE visited the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, the biggest Toys R Us store in the world, many museums and art galleries. We also enjoyed running around Central Park and watching Mary Poppins on Broadway. It was a fun time experiencing such a big and crowded city as New York.

After spending slightly more than a week in New York City, our family also visited Washington DC for four days before making our way back to Perth. In Washington DC, we visited famous landmarks such as the White House, Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument. We also enjoyed visiting the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, and the Museum of Natural History.

I RECENTLY had the opportunity to visit New York to perform at the prestigious Carnegie Hall. It was an unforgettable experience. I performed in front of a full crowd of 400 people and the Steinway and Sons grand piano was beautiful to play. The hall itself was classically adorned and the acoustics were fantastic.

Carnegie Hall was not the only memorable thing about New York, although it was certainly a highlight. There were many other sights to see including the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and Yankee Stadium. The Museum of Natural History is the museum where Night at the Museum was filmed. There were lots of interesting things on display such as the fossils of a mammoth and a tyrannosaurus rex.

I saw the Broadway musical Phantom of the Opera, which I loved from start to finish.

The stage effects were spectacular and the music was beautiful. The day we visited the Wall Street financial district, President Obama was visiting. As you can imagine security was tight, but luckily the police did not block off the famous Golden Bull and I managed to take a photograph.

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FOR many years the Junior School has entered choirs in the Fremantle Eisteddfod with great success. On 21 May 2010, All Saints' College Music staff entered six choirs from across the College three from the Junior School and three from the Senior School.

ALL of the students' hard work paid off and they performed admirably. The adjudicator made special mention of the high standard choral singing at All Saints' College.

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In the Junior School: Junior Voices (Years 3/4) directed by Anita Newhouse, was awarded first place in its section and won the shield for Best Primary Choir in the Eisteddfod. The Junior Chamber Choir directed by Anita Newhouse, and Saints' Voices (Years 5/6) directed by Anette Kerkovius, were both awarded a credit.

In the Senior School: The Boys' Chamber Choir (Years 8-12) directed by Jen Kinsella, won first place and was nominated as the Top Chamber Choir in the whole Eisteddfod. College Voices (Years 7/8) directed by Angela Currie, was awarded a credit, and the Harmony Choir (Years 9-12 girls) was awarded second place.

John Beaverstock was the accompanist for the Senior School Choirs, and Angela Currie and Anette Kerkovius were accompanists for the Junior School Choirs. Congratulations to all students and staff involved. the Dove - All Saints' College

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College News Old Saint returns to College for Lit Fest TALENTED botanist, artist and illustrator Ellen Hickman reminisced about 'the good old days' when she returned to her former school in March, as a guest presenter at Lit Fest 2010: Storylines.

THE All Saints' College 1985 graduate joined more than 30 respected local and national authors, illustrators, storytellers, poets, journalists, playwrights and artists at the annual three-day festival.

Students, teachers and literature enthusiasts throughout Western Australia converged at the Bull Creek campus to be inspired and captivated by their favourite storytellers.

It was little surprise to hear that Ellen's favourite subject at school was Art, a passion she has continued to pursue throughout her successful career.

Ellen conducted in-class sessions with All Saints' College Art students, discussing her work as a freelance artist and botanist, followed by question and answer time.

The students admired her portfolio of art work and browsed the pages of the first children's book she illustrated, Hooray for Chester.

Ellen's most recent book Tuart Dwellers, was awarded the Wilderness Society's Best Picture Book Award and was short-listed for the Children's Book Council Eva Pownall Award for Information Books in 2009.

Other highlights of this year's Lit Fest program included workshops by WA Ballet and WA Youth Theatre, Sensational String Shows performed by energetic storyteller Clare Stace,

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and an Ethics in Sport discussion panel led

by ABC presenter James Lush.

The College was also excited to welcome award-winning author Hazel Edwards to this year's festival, coinciding with the 30th anniversary of her popular children's book There's a Hippopotamus on our

Roof Eating Cake.

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Too Old Too Soon

By Georgia Balding - Year 4

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Lit Fest Young Writers' Competition THE theme for the 2010 Lit Fest Young Writers' Competition reflected the 100th anniversary of our sponsor, Girl Guides WA. This year the Girl Guides celebrate 100 years of changing lives and opening doors for all girls and boys through education.

ENTRANTS were asked to write a poem about being 100 years old, a story with the line 'I am 100 years old and camping, how did I get here?', or to illustrate 100 years of camping.

Entries were received from Esperance to Broome, and many places in between.

All Saints' College Year 4 student Georgia Balding won the Prose Years 1-7 category.

Her story took two friends to the future where they were 100-year-old men camping before magic could bring them back home. Year 9

student David Mano was commended for his story about a father and son on a camping trip in Africa, reconnecting with one another and coming to terms with the loss of a loved one.

Congratulations to Georgia and David, and to everyone who entered the competition.

HI, my name is Max. Let me tell you about the time a simple drawing changed my life. That Saturday started like any other day. My friend Billy was coming over and Mum was making me clean up my room. Billy and I had been friends since Kindy. We are very different. Billy is not very smart and he goofs around all the time.

We have one main thing in common - we love to draw! We spend hours on my bedroom floor, drawing crazy characters from our imagination and dreams of what we want to do when we are older.

When Billy arrived, we went straight to my room and started to draw. Billy was acting crazy as usual. His first drawing was of us as 100-year-old men. Wrinkles and all, we laughed so hard that Billy nearly wet his pants!

We drew for the whole morning. We were getting hungry when Mum called us for lunch.

I stacked all our drawings together, when something really weird happened. My fingers started to tingle and lights flashed before my eyes. Then everything went black. I tried to yell for Billy, but no words came out.

As the darkness turned to light, I still couldn't see because my eyes were blurry. I rubbed them hard, but it didn't help. Now I was starting to panic. I could hear the wind rustling the trees and crickets chirping. I stumbled around and found what felt like a pair of glasses and put them on. I was glad I could finally see, but where was I? As I looked around me, I realised I was in a tent. I unzipped the flap and called for Billy, this was really weird! A funny looking old man was standing outside. "Who are you?" I said.

"I'm Billy, who are you?" asked the old man. I told him I was Max. After a short time staring at each other, we worked out who we were. "No way!" we both cried. "Man, you're old!" I told Billy. "So are you!" replied Billy.

It was too weird to believe that this was happening to us. "We have turned into the future Max and Billy, just like in our drawings!"

I said.

By Georgia Balding - Year 4 (Winner, Prose Years 1-7)

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Volunteer efforts celebrated

at Lit Fest 20 10 ANOTHER All Saints' College Literature Festival has been and gone and preparations are underway for the 10th Anniversary Festival to be held in 2011.

THIS year's three-day event was held from 17-19 March, and once again, Lit Fest put forward a talented list of presenters from much-loved authors to those for whom the Festival was their first time presenting in front of an audience.

Children were delighted with stories encompassing everything from a hippopotamus on a roof, samurai and other worlds, to sports heroes and indigenous stories. Ballet, theatre and comedy, added to a full program of many and varied Storylines.

Much of the success of Lit Fest is thanks to the tireless work of adult and student volunteers.

This issue of The Dove celebrates the wonderful work they do each year. My first experience of Lit Fest was as a parent volunteer at the inaugural

Festival in 2002. Each year about 70 adult volunteers, ably led by Jane Snowden, assist in the venues, bookshop, cafe, ice-eream van, canteen, as drivers, and in the general running of the event. Student volunteers from Years 9 to 12 have an important role to play as ambassadors of the College. They escort presenters to the venues, introduce them, ensure the sessions run to schedule, assist with audio visuals, supervise the information booth and ensure the adult volunteers have everything they need.

Thank you. We could not do it without you!

Mrs Kris Williams - Literature Festival Coordinator

"The Literature Festival is always the highlight of my year. I have been volunteering for the past two years and it has always been extremely enjoyable."

Nicole Devoy (student volunteer) "Please congratulate the students, especially Nicole and Matt, who showed initiative and anticipated the needs of the presenters."

Hazel Edwards (author) "The volunteers were uniformly superb."

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Th roug h the eyes of a student volunteer THE All Saints' College Literature Festival is always an amazing experience. It opens up a world of writing, illustrating and storytelling to students from Kindergarten to Year 12 - a world they would rarely have the opportunity to experience first-hand, if not for this annual three-day event.

Writing is a profession that some people regard as nonprofitable and pointless. However, as both an audience member and presenter at Lit Fest 2010, it became clear that the world of writing is a fascinating one, and one in which many students aspire to be part of in the future.

This year's Lit Fest was outstanding and provided a chance to meet some truly inspiring men and women who loved their vocation of professional writing. It also gave hope to those students who wanted to become part of the industry, and who did not know where to start.

The opportunity to meet people who created worlds and characters for a living was, for everyone, a marvellous experience. To meet famous authors, talk to them and learn from their advice, will never be forgotten by all those who presented and attended sessions at the Literature Festival.

This was my fifth and final year as a student presenter at the All Saints' College Literature Festival, and I will forever remember it as one of my favourites. It was an opportunity to meet some truly amazing authors, some of whom I already admired and read their books, and others whom I met and then proceeded to buy their books based on the knowledge, understanding and brilliance they showed in the art of writing.

Shannon Beaffie - Year 12

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Staff News Music Tutors' Concert fills the Chapel THE Music Tutors' Concert on 13 June 2010, was once again an abundantly varied feast of music performed at the highest levels of accomplishment.

THE superb acoustics of the College Chapel were evident during the performance of a Beethoven String Quartet movement by our String Tutors: Thea Kotze, Chiara Kingwell, Cheralyn Simpson and Markela Panegyres.

Dan Hart, a new Tutor at All Saints', joined with Priam Bacich and Old Saint Dan Ablett, to present jazz at a professional level. The group 'Westwood' brought a fascinating element of folk music to the afternoon and listening to the folk pipes was a new experience for everyone.

Erin Patrick, also a new Tutor in the String Department, amazed us with her accomplishment as a singer. Among the other solo performers, Irene Batini played a recorder piece by the contemporary Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin and Steven Harmer performed a rendition of a movement of Vaughan Williams' Tuba Concerto, surely the only such work for this instrument by a mainstream composer.

Musically, the highlight of the concert was its opening. A chamber orchestra, comprised mostly of College Music Tutors, gave the premiere of The Road to Perdition, a threemovement work by Kevin Fenner which includes parts for voice, harpsichord, piano, organ

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and multi-percussion. The performance, under the baton of the composer, was received enthusiastically.

It was gratifying to have the Chapel almost filled by an appreciative audience, including many College students, for whom this was a wonderful opportunity to see their Music Tutors as professional performers. The afternoon was magnificently rounded off by a sumptuous afternoon tea provided by the Friends of Music, for whose support the Music Department is continually grateful.

Mr John Beaverstock - Senior School Music Teacher

Staff Service Awards

Farewell Stan Balding AFTER more than 26 years at the College, Senior School Design and Technology Teacher Stan Balding, was farewelled by his colleagues during a morning tea in the staff room at the end of Term 2.

AS Stan begins his well-deserved retirement, his long association and history with All Saints' will continue. His son Mark is a 1988 College graduate and President of the Old Saints' Committee, while his grandchildren, Georgia and Finlay, are students in the Junior School.

Throughout the years, Stan's involvement in the life of the College has included teaching and supervising extracurricular clubs in Photography, Woodwork and Metalwork; coaching the College Sailing, Tennis and Hockey Teams; accompanying groups of students to the Electric Vehicle Challenge; set construction for various College Productions; assisting with the annual College Art, Design and Technology Exhibition and entering students' work into the Canning Show.

We wish Stan all the best in his retirement and thank him for his years of service and loyalty to the College.

CONGRATULATIONS to the following All Saints' staff members for reaching special milestones in their years of service to the College. Their contributions and dedication to the All Saints' community are greatly valued and appreciated.

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China Tour a feast for the senses IT was a feast for the senses when a group of 15 All Saints' College staff, parents and friends soaked up the culture, colour and contrasts of ancient and modern China from 2-16 April 2010.

THE fully escorted tour included three days of sightseeing in Hong Kong and surrounding areas, two nights at the luxurious six-star Venetian Resort Hotel in Macau, Beijing and all of its world famous attractions, and the amazing Terracotta Warriors in Xian.

Climbing the Great Wall and then returning to the bottom via a speed chute, were exhilarating and memorable experiences. The Beijing Opera, Chinese Acrobats and Shaolin Monks Shows, were entertaining, colourful and lively displays of culture and skill. A day flight to see the Terracotta Warriors was a highlight for many, and a wander through the exquisite Temple of Heaven park had a lovely

community atmosphere, with many locals participating in tai chi, dancing, badminton, card games, kite flying and music making.

The All Saints' group of adults returned home from the tour with amazing memories and bulging suitcases, thanks to many shopping opportunities at the markets!

Perhaps most importantly, everyone returned with a greater appreciation for the Chinese people and their culture.

Special thanks to All Saints' College Head of Mathematics, Phil Brockbank, and his wife Wendy, for their meticulous organisation of the tour. Their passion for China was truly infectious!

Years of Service

Robin VAN DONGEN

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Jean JONES

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Sue MANOLAS

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Jillian DINSDALE

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Julie DURANT

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Unda KERSHAW

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Elizabeth BOWYER

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Wendy METIAM

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Jo-anne BOSERIO

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Bronwyn HARDINGE

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Kim LORIMER

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Grace ITZSTEIN

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Bae KENT

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Anne MILLER

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Diane NAISBITI

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Gigi THIELE

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Staff News Baby April arrives during Perth hailstorm PROUD parents, Erin Blair and Ken Knight, were delighted to welcome their beautiful baby girl into the world on 22 March 2010 at St John of God Hospital, Subiaco.

April weighed 81bs at birth and her Great Grandfather chose her name. Despite Erin going into labour during one of the worst hailstorms in Perth's history, and the doctor arriving in the labour ward covered in

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mud, with no shoes because his office was flooded, April's delivery was thankfully a little less dramatic! April has brought much joy to her loving parents, family and friends.

Erin is currently on maternity leave from the position of Head of Art, Design and Technology and we wish both her and Ken every happiness in their important new role as parents.

Joy for first-time parents DEAN of Students, Ms Helen Aguiar, and her husband Shane Glasson welcomed their first child into the world on 3 March 2010. Riley Aguiar Glassol") was born at St John of God Hospital, Murdoch. He weighed 91bs and was 53cm long at birth. Riley is doing very well, as

are both Mum and Dad. Ms Aguiar would like to thank the College community for the good wishes, gifts and kindness shown to her and her family during this special time.

Gatti family welcomes baby girl ON 18 February 2010, the Gatti family welcomed the arrival of Allegra Elizabeth Gatti, a little sister for Luca and Levi. Weighing 3.9kg and measuring 51 cm at birth, she has continued to make great progress since arriving home and is starting to wear all those

clothes that Mrs Gatti has been 'stockpiling' from the moment she knew a little girl was imminent. Year 8 Teacher Mr Gordon Gatti and his family, thank the All Saints' College community for their kind wishes and gifts.

Pigeon pair for All Saints' staff WILLlAM Dudley Beath was born on 3 June 2010 at St John of God Hospital, Murdoch.

He weighed 71bs 100z at birth and is a younger brother for two-year-old Maddison.

Head of Health and Physical Education Mr

Oliver Beath, and his wife Tenille, who is also a former staff member of the College, are enjoying being parents of this gorgeous pigeon pair!

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Staff News Staff and Students' Lunchtime Sports Series AFTER being defeated by All Saints' staff in 2009, the students looked upon 2010 as a year of change. The first match of the bestof-three series was Indoor Netball, played at lunchtime on 20 May in the College Gymnasium. The students were quietly confident with star shooters Hayden and Sarah on fire early.

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The scores were tied at half-time with Mrs Wilson, Mr Tsocas and Miss Eddington keeping the staff in the match. After a tight tussle, scores were still level with 20 seconds to go. The staff then had an opportunity to win the game, but missed a crucial shot. The students managed to retrieve the ball and scored the winning goal.

"Providing an opportunity for staff and

students to play each other in sporting matches in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, helps to foster and maintain positive staff and student relations at the College," Head of Health and Physical Education Oliver Beath said. "It allows them to break down some of the barriers that may exist, communicate outside of the classroom and see a different side of each other - the atmosphere

is all about fun and enjoyment," he said.

Game two of the series was Basketball, played in the new Indoor Sports Centre in Term 3. The staff managed to even the series with a nail-biting win. Once again, this game was played in great spirit.

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From the Head of Junior School Mrs Penelope Crane - Head of Junior School HAVING teachers that reflect on their work and are up-to-date with the latest research is crucial in providing the best educational experience for our students.

SARA Mano returned from her long service leave fully energised and ready to return to her role as Early Childhood Coordinator. It provided an ideal time for the Early Childhood staff to reflect on what is done well at All Saints' College, and what are important focus areas for the future.

Early Childhood teachers are well-practised observers of child behaviour. All Saints' College Early Childhood staff members have started to look closely at the learning that takes place within the minds of children through directed play, and through children's interactions with the environment. Researchers in Early Childhood development often refer to the environment as a 'third teacher' in a child's education, as it significantly affects behaviour and learning. Play is well recognised as one way in which a young child makes sense of the world and play needs to be valued as such.

Structured and informal play is an important part of an Early Childhood program. Teachers ensure opportunities are optimised and a balance is achieved between explicit teaching of skills and less formal playtime. The Early Childhood Centre at All Saints' College is a

dynamic and engaging area of our school.

It is important for all students that learning is relevant and that as a school community, we reflect on the impact of our behaviour on other people and on the environment. It can be empowering for children to be involved in activities that they see as meaningful and connected to issues in the wider community.

Environmental sustainability has been used as a vehicle for deepening understanding and enquiry in the Junior School. An example of this approach was launched when students participated in Clean Up Australia activities, scouring the school grounds for rubbish and then weighing the collection.

Teachers have investigated environmental issues in class, particularly in the area of waste. Karen Donnelly, Jane McManis and Year 5 students focused on E-Waste - unused, unwanted or outdated electronic devices. They invited our on-campus expert, Steve Tsocas, to the class so they could get as many facts as possible about what happens to E-Waste that is produced by the College. How can we reduce our rubbish? Staff and some students are committed for this change to continue

and develop as we encourage our students, and each other, to become more thoughtful and aware of issues, and to work on possible solutions.

As always, I am looking forward to a great deal of learning and engagement in the Junior School as we continue through the year.

Mrs Pene/ope Crane - Head of Junior School

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Jun ior School A day in the life of an Engineer AN initiative of Engineers Australia, EngQuest encourages students to participate in fun, educational engineering activities involving Mathematics, Science and Technology.

ON 2 June 2010, Ms Hardy's Year 3 EngQuest class visited Claisebrook Railway Station in East Perth, for a tour of the facilities and to see what Railway Engineers did for a living. The students discovered there were 48 trains at the station, they were washed each night in a huge 'train wash', and each train had eight surveillance cameras and 100 voice recorded messages for the train driver.

They now know what a 'bogey' is too!

The Year 3s had an opportunity to go under the Australind train, but the highlight was the simulator where they sat at the controls of a train and drove it through the Perth rail network.

Later in the month on 25 June, the Year 4 EngQuest class was also fortunate to attend an interesting excursion. They visited the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics at the University of Western Australia and enjoyed seeing the Robotics Laboratory, Renewable Energy Vehicles and the Mechanical Engineering Faculty and their motorsport cars. It was a wonderful afternoon and many of the students are now inspired to become Mechanical Engineers! For more information visit: www.engquest.org.au.

Ms Gail Hardy - Learning Support Coordinator

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full days in Kindy KINDERGARTEN students, teachers and parents enjoyed a wonderful event on 24 February 2010.

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Mrs Rebecca Flanagan - Kindergarten Teacher

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IN Term 1, Kindergarten students were visited by firefighters from Murdoch Fire Station. The excited children learnt about the special equipment on board a fire truck and even took it in turns to sit in the driver's seat!

THEY were taught some important fire safety rules and practised the 'Stay Low and Go!' procedure, crawling under fire blankets just as we should crawl under the smoke in a real fire.

Another highlight for the children was turning on the fire hose and spraying water high into the air. There were definitely signs of some budding firefighters within the group!

The students listened to the loud siren and watched the flashing lights of the fire truck as it left the College grounds. This was a wonderful experience for the children and was thoraughly enjoyed by staff and students alike.

Mrs Sheree Pascoe - Kindergarten Teacher

Red fire trucks roll into Junior School ALL Saints' College Year 3 classes heard important fire safety messages when Fire Service Officers from the Murdoch Fire Station visited the College on 14 June 2010. The students learnt about fire hazards in the home and what to do in case of fire.

IN the classroom, we talked about the importance of developing a fire evacuation plan with family members for our own homes, and how a simple smoke detector could save lives. Firefighters Tony, Tim, Brian and Michael were very knowledgeable and able to answer all of our questions. They showed us the clothing and equipment they required when fighting fires inside buildings.

After the classroom presentation, we all headed down to the College Oval where two

fi re trucks were parked. We saw interesti ng firefighting equipment, water tanks and hoses on the trucks, and learnt about the different roles of firefighters within their crew. The most exciting part of the incursion was when we each had a turn to squirt huge jets of water onto the Oval using the fire hose.

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Junior School Buddies team up to promote Amazing Australia AS part of their Computer Workshops held in Term 1, Year 3 students in Mrs Gladman's and Mrs King's classes designed and created a lO-slide PowerPoint presentation on the topic, Amazing Australia.

STUDENTS worked hard to create an interesting PowerPoint display to promote the beauty and diversity of the Australian landscape and its fauna. They learnt to use many features of the computer program including text styles, picture formatting, slide transitions and animations.

Once the PowerPoint presentations were finished, Year 3 students invited their Year 1 buddies to come to their classrooms to see all of their hard work! The buddies had an enjoyable time, initially getting to know each other, and then viewing the PowerPoint presentations together. Year 1 students were asked to offer their opinions and suggestions through a partner feedback questionnaire.

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expertise to create an additional PowerPoint slide to complete their Amazing Australia PowerPoint project. This was a wonderful opportunity for all students involved to work collaboratively, make new friends and practise leadership and social skills.

Year 3 students are looking forward to spending more time working with their Year 1 buddies throughout the year.

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resilience

YEARS 1-6 students learnt about inclusivity, resilience and practical strategies to cope with bullying, when they were treated to an energetic and educational play in the Lower Theatre on 3 June 2010.

THE Bully Strikes Back is the final play in the bullying trilogy written by Trisha Starrs, to be performed in schools throughout Australia and New Zealand to combat the problem of bullying.

The principles of resilience were introduced to the Junior School audience through the dramatisation of Alex's return to school, where they finally discovered all about his home life and how that had affected his behaviour.

The three sources of resilience: 'I Have', 'I Am' and 'I Can' were dramatised through the play's story to encourage the students to foster

trusting relationships, pride in oneself, the ability to problem solve, and autonomous and independent behaviour.

Following the performance, time was allocated for questions and answers. Class teachers then continued to discuss the play's important messages with their students back in the classroom. The Bully Strikes Back incursion was part of an ongoing and integrated wholeschool approach to bullying, which supports the College's Friendly Schools Program.

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Learning empathy through experience WHAT is the 'global food crisis'? What is it like to be unable to feed your family, your tribe or your country?

How thin is thin? Can we do anything to help children and families at risk of malnutrition? Why should we help?

THESE were some of the questions students explored during a World Vision incursion on 19 May 2010. A team of presenters led by World Vision Youth Relationship Representative, Karen Williamson, immersed the Years 5 and 6 classes in the everyday reality of life for many people in underdeveloped countries.

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of the eight Kenyan tribes - Masai, Kikuyu, Luhya, Luo, Kalenjin, Kamba, Kisii or Meru. In each tribe, the elected chief was responsible for ensuring the tribe produced enough goods to buy the basic necessities of life. This was challenging, but some did manage. That is, until the Prime Minister of Kenya announced a rise in the price of petrol which in turn

pushed up the cost of food, but the goods they produced did not rise in value. Other difficulties which beset the tribes included drought, malaria, broken arms and blindness.

Students soon discovered that feeding a family became impossible for many people when the odds were stacked against them.

They experienced a little of the frustration that

more than a billion people live with daily. In Term 3, the Year 6 students will be challenged to see what they can do to 'make a difference'.

Mrs Susan Regnard - Junior School Religion and Values Teacher

Children busk for charity YEAR 6 All Saints' College students swapped their school uniforms for colourful costumes at lunchtime on 26 March 2010, to busk for their younger peers and raise money for charity.

JUNIOR School staff and students gathered on the Lower Theatre lawn to watch the Year 6 students perform their self-choreographed routines including a Michael Jackson impersonation, clown show, dance and mime routines.

The fundraiser was organised by the Junior School Student Leaders and Heads of House with almost $300 in coins collected for The Fred Hollows Foundation. The All Saints' College fundraising activity was part of a national initiative by The Independent Primary School Heads of Australia (IPSHA), to support The Fred Hollows Foundation in 2010. IPSHA is committed to raising more than $150,000 throughout this year with the help of its

schools, to improve the health and wellbeing of Indigenous people in some of the most remote communities in Australia. All money raised throughout Australian schools will be presented to The Fred Hollows Foundation Ambassador, Susie O'Neill, at the IPSHA Biennial Conference in Melbourne later this year.

"It was terrific to see the children support The Fred Hollows Foundation by providing entertaining performances for all year levels, but also to see them supporting and encouraging each other," Junior School Head of House Mrs Edel Hailes said. All Saints' will continue to organise fundraising activities throughout the year to support the Foundation.

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Junior School Students make an impact on Clean up Australia Day ALL Saints' College Junior School staff and students were armed with gloves and rubbish bags on 5 March 2010, as they did their bit to protect the environment on Clean Up Australia Day. THE Junior School registered as an 'official' clean-up site and Kindergarten to Year 6 classes collected rubbish from different areas of the College campus. Bags of rubbish from each area were returned to a collection point where they were weighed, recorded and reported back to the students.

The Clean Up Australia Day event launched an ongoing Environmental Sustainability focus in the All Saints' College Junior School.

"Environmental Sustainability has become a major theme in the Junior School and we are working to ensure this will remain an ongoing part of what we do at All Saints' College," Head of Junior School Penelope Crane said. "After speaking to Year 6 students at the College we became aware that they felt strongly about rubbish and its impact on the environment. Clean Up Australia Day provides a great opportunity for us to participate in a community event that empowers students to act on their concerns and make a difference," Mrs Crane said.

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Plants, Habitats, Waterwise, Recycling and Carbon Footprint.

The Junior School has also worked towards becoming an accredited Waste Wise School, modelling responsible environmental behaviours through hands-on learning experiences. As part of this process, College staff formed a Waste Wise committee, undertook appropriate professional development and invited Waste Wise to the Junior School to complete a waste audit.

Junior School Sustainability Week REDUCE, reuse and recycle was the Waste Wise message resonating throughout the Junior School during Sustainability Week from 24-28 May 2010. Students from Kindergarten to Year 6 participated in a variety of fun and hands-on learning activities with a focus on environmental sustainability.

YEAR 3 students researched different types of

for All Saints' College Junior School to be a recycling collection point for unused mobile

packaging through the ages, and enjoyed a litter free lunch with their Year 1 buddies. The Sulo Bin Challenge saw the Year 3s investigate different types of rubbish that ended up in waste bins each week, and how much of it could be recycled. After researching the 3Rs

phones.

On 25 May, Year 5D was on rubbish duty!

The students collected rubbish throughout the upper Junior School before sorting it into categories. Patrick from Waste Wise WA,

(reduce, reuse and recycle), students worked in groups to create some eye-catching and informative posters.

helped the students weigh the rubbish and complete the audit. The Year 5s were surprised to discover that most of the waste could be

Inspired by the topic Underground, the Year 4 students recycled old newspaper to make mining hats, picks, shovels and belts.

They also used ground coffee to create their own lifelike fossils. In Library Studies, the students discovered some interesting books on sustainability and reused old cereal boxes and art scraps to create 3D book covers.

E-waste consists of unused, broken or outdated electronic devices. In Years 5 and 6 households alone, there were 159 unused mobile phones, as well as significant numbers

reused or recycled. For example, vegetable scraps could be composted, while wrappers and bottles could be collected and recycled.

The Year 6s worked on Murder Under the Microscope with a focus on threats to the environment and biodiversity. Their challenge was to fi nd the' cri me site', the victi m a nd the villain, in a situation where an animal in the environment had died. They had to discover why, what and who did it. Year 6 students also planned and made catchment area landscapes to help them gain a better understanding of the environment.

Sustainability Week came to an end, but it was certainly not the end of the students'

of unused video games, consoles and televisions. The dumping of E-waste into landfills results in toxic chemicals getting into the soil and water, which affects the environment and our health. There are many companies and councils that collect and recycle E-waste. Year 5

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Revolting Rhymes performa nee poetry THE world of performance poetry became a reality for All Saints' College Year 4 students, when they were treated to a dynamic and highly entertaining performance of Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes by the Year 7 English extension group.

THERE were humorous versions of the traditional fairytales Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs, and The Ant-Eater for the Year 4s to enjoy.

With great skill and dramatic poise, the Year 7s managed to master their lines and impress their audience. Incredibly 'attractive' costumes and innovative props saw the All Saints' students transform their appearance. Much to the delight of our giggling audience, Taylor Hill made a very unattractive woman, complete with bright red lipstick in his role in Jack and the Bean Stalk. For 50 minutes the classroom had an assortment of pigs, giants, wolves, little girls dressed in red armed with pistols concealed in their knickers, and precocious little boys demanding exotic pets from their parents.

The Year 7s learnt how poetry could be entertaining and lots of fun to read, write and perform. Congratulations to William MacFarlane, William Todkill, William RennerShao, Hazel Titley, Claire Chaplin, Sean Ayres, Tom Hodgson, Bo Corman, Tiffany Verga, Rachel Nesaraj, Olivia Spear, Lily Tyler, Nathan Holbrook, Lashindri Wanigasekera, Taylor Hill and Megan Franey.

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On behalf of the extension group we would like to thank the Year 4 students and their teachers for providing us with an appreciative and enthusiastic audience.

Mrs Jacqueline Ukich - Senior School English Teacher

New Lego Club up and running 2010 HAS seen a successful new club evolve for Years 7 and 8 students - the All Saints' College Lego Club. The idea for the Lego Club came from an innovative Year 7 student, Jasper Greenhill, who is a keen Lego fan.

Students express themselves on Harmony Day EXPRESS Yourself was the theme of this year's Harmony Day, an Australian Government initiative that celebrates the cohesive and inclusive nature of our nation and promotes the benefits of cultural diversity in Australia.

HARMONY Day is about dealing with cultural and racial intolerance by promoting respect, fairness and a sense of belonging for everyone.

Year 7 students celebrated Harmony Day 2010 as part of their SOSE lesson, by organising a luncheon on 23 March. Each student was required to bring in a food dish reflecting their cultural background.

The luncheon celebrated the message that 'everyone belongs' and gave students the

EXCITING competitions are held each term and the students develop their entries during two lunchtime sessions, Tuesday and Thursday each week in E6. In Term 1, Mark Jones and Marcus Broad were deserving winners of the Transport Competition with their impressive, artistic creation of a space-age research vessel.

In Term 2, the students built elaborate scenes depicting what the armed forces might look like in the future.

Lego Club offers a friendly environment for students to be imaginative, creative, original and expressive through construction and team work. The enthusiastic members said the Lego Club was a great place to 'hang out' with

friends, meet new people and have fun.

All Lego donations would be greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Ms Gail Hardy, Mrs Rebecca Chapman or Mrs Natalie Dollar.

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opportunity to share with others the importance diversity in the College through food.

The Year 7s not only coordinated the event, but also produced a cook book that was given to invited guests during the luncheon. The Year 7V Harmony Week Cook Book featured recipes such as Malaysian satay, Italian penne with spicy sausage, French chocolate eclairs with custard cream, Irish cookies, Indian samosas and Australian lamingtons.

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Transition Program, Years 7/8 Musical opportunities in the Transition Program MUSIC in the Transition Program started off on a very special note this year.

MUSIC at All Saints' College is holistic and inclusive, and because the students arrive at the College with a wide variety of prior Music experience and knowledge, it was decided that a two-hour workshop would be held to make everyone feel 'at home' in the Music program.

On their first day at the College all the Year 7 students were involved in an African drumming, marimba and vocal workshop, working with a team of specialist Music teachers. This was repeated for the Year 8 students the following day. This workshop led into the Years 7 and 8 classroom Music program with Mrs Jen Kinsella. Jen has a very special affinity for

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students in this age group and has developed a specific program for them. An outline of this program is available on the Performing Arts page of the College Portal.

To provide further extension for instrumental students in the Transition Program, there are also specific ensembles and a recital. Currently, there is a chamber choir, College Voices, as well as cello, violin, brass and percussion ensembles for students in Years 7 and 8.

Professor Maths sets tough challenges ON Monday, 10 May 2010, the four Year 7 Mathematics classes were treated to a special Professor Maths incursion.

Mrs Anette Kerkovius - Director of Music DURING Tutor Group we were put into groups of five before making our way to the Upper Theatre. We did not know what to expect as we sat in the middle of a circle of activities and waited.

Professor Maths introduced himself and outlined the various challenges we would undertake. We were handed an Activity Book and told to complete a variety of Mathematics challenges which were set up around the Upper Theatre. This was a Mathematics extravaganza where we had to complete challenges such as: How much is one piece of a lollipop worth?

And, how much money could you get on the way down with a magnet and ball? These were just two of the 13 activities on offer.

Groups that solved the 'Super Challenges'

were able to wear the special 'Einstein' wigs and won points for their class. Professor Maths started the competition by suggesting that 7Y was going to win the overall points tally.

This was met with a strong 'No way!' from the 7V students. And so the stage was set for the Mathematics competition of the term - 7V versus 7Y! The classes were equal throughout the competition until 7Y stepped up in the final few seconds to grab victory by one point. It was a great experience and we all loved it. Thank you to our teachers for organising such an amazing incursion.

Alicia Davies - 7V

Skills for Life DURING a period of life when their bodies, minds and values are flexing and moulding, young people today are faced with a society changing in communication norms and surface values at a rapid rate. In this context, they need to develop maturity and adult life skills.

AS parents and teachers, we often need to be reminded that adolescence is a period of growth and change that needs patience and nurture. We did not become adults overnight and cannot expect our teenagers to make an impossible transformation.

The All Saints' Life Skills program was developed to support and assist students in our College community through these challenging years. Issues relating to self-

identity, relationships, diversity and respect, are incorporated into a three-year program of discussion and activities, to enable individuals to develop in confidence and maturity. The program is designed to complement other College subjects and activities in order to help students integrate social and emotional skills into all aspects of life.

Part of developing as individuals is to develop an understanding about where we fit

into society and what we can offer the local community. Recently, 50 Year 10 students were selected to participate in a Salvation Army workshop that challenged them to reflect on the issue of marginalisation in our community. The students participated in a poverty simulation aimed to develop empathy that could not be taught with a whiteboard and pen, or computer.

Brief explanations of the entire range of

programs can be found on the Life Skills pages of the College Portal. More importantly, we encourage parents to ask their children what they have discussed in Life Skills and to develop this dialogue with their children at home.

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Balloon release offers hope for foster children THE sky was a rainbow of colour when All Saints' College staff and students released more than 500 balloons to raise money for Anglicare's' Suitcase of Hope Appeal in April.

SENIOR School staff and students were encouraged to purchase balloons for $3 each, or four for $10, in the lead up to the event. The event was coordinated by the Student Council which sold balloons in the colours of the six Senior School House groups: red, yellow, blue, green, purple and white.

More than $1200 was collected for the Suitcase of Hope Appeal, which will go towards purchasing suitcases filled with special personal belongings for Western Australian foster children. As the children move into new foster homes they will have their own suitcase packed with new clothes, shoes, underwear, socks and toiletries.

"What a wonderful illustration; the balloons are freed and by raising funds for young people in foster care to have their own possessions no matter where they go, it gives them personal freedom as well," All Saints' College Chaplain Father Braden Short said.

"The youth of today have great compassion."

Anglicare WA Schools and Community Coordinator, Jillian Fraser, was a special guest at the balloon release and thanked the College community for their enthusiasm and support of the Suitcase of Hope Appeal.

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"The event highlighted the strong community spirit in existence at the College, and provided members with an opportunity to raise funds for those less fortunate than themselves," Acting Dean of Students Matt Lanigan said.

Students in tro ining for Borneo expedition ON 6 May 2010, a group of six All Saints' students accompanied by Mrs Felsinger, departed the College for a three-day training camp. The aim of this camp was to prepare the group for a one-month expedition to Borneo at the end of the year.

AFTER arriving in Dwellingup, we met up with other school teams and immediately began planning with the help of our World Challenge leader, Seth. We were briefed on the management of budget, food, hydration and packing, before taking a short walk to find a base camp. We were prompted to think about such issues as water availability, weather and accessibility, and then we quickly set up camp realising the importance of daylight.

The next morning we woke at 6.30am in anticipation of our 18km, seven-hour trek.

Excited about the challenge ahead, we raced up the first of many inclines and within minutes we were stripping off layers of jackets, thermals and track pants. We discovered the value of adjusting to the climate.

As we trekked across three valleys we performed several exercises like 'staying found', working with safety ropes, first aid and river crossings. Eventually we came to the long stretch of dirt road that would lead us back to camp. We powered ahead, passing many school teams that decided to take a 'short cut' because the full journey would be too difficult to complete. Finally, after four

hours of thinking the next corner would be our last, we spotted our campsite. Mustering the last amounts of energy we had left, we ran towards our tents, leaving Mrs Felsinger far behind us.

As a group, this training camp was so important. It taught us how to live on expedition, as well as many new safety techniques. We bonded as a group and cannot wait until our expedition in December.

In Borneo we will complete two weeks of trekking, including a challenging hike up Mount Kinabalu. We will also work with a local community for a week, building a structure that will benefit their way of life.

Several fundraising events will be organised throughout the year to pay for the materials required for our project phase. We would greatly appreciate the support of the College community to help us in this worthy cause.

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Sen ior School Governor's Science Forum "IDEAS are driven by science and powered by technology" His Excellency Or Ken Michael ACt Governor of Western Australia ON 6 May 2010, The Governor of Western Australia, Dr Ken Michael, invited some students and teachers to his private residence in Perth, Government House on St Georges Terrace. The group discussed science and sustainability issues facing the State, including climate change.

Year 11 student Tim Noonan, Briana Preimesberger in Year 9, and Senior School Science Teacher Mr Lyndon Smith, represented All Saints' College at the Governor's Science Forum - Youth, Science and Sustainability.

The Governor is an accomplished engineer and scientist who has taken a special interest in science, the youth of Perth and sustainability issues. WA Chief Scientist, Lyn Beazley, facilitated the forum with guest speakers including Rhodes Scholar, Dustin Stuart, 2008 Science Student of the Year, Jacinta Delhaize, and Rio Tinto Water Strategy Sustainable Development Manager, Bob Kinnell.

The Governor said some of the students would become 'drivers' of a 21 st Century economy based on sustainability and what he called the 'fundamentals of science'. "Youth should have a voice," he said, on the eve of the forum. "They are our future leaders - this is their opportunity to present their ideas, their hopes and dreams."

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the fifth forum hosted by the Governor, with the first Science Forum on Climate Change held in March 2008.

"The principle of the forums is sustainability, and the role science plays in providing the public with a better understanding of the world around them," Governor Michael said. "I hope it will inspire young people to pursue careers in science or technology, or both. Ideas are driven by science and powered by technology - you need both. You need science to understand the problem, and you need technologies such as engineering to come up with solutions. In WA, we need scientists and technologists to drive the economy, now and in the future."

Tim said the Governor's Science Forum was "an invaluable experience which gave great insight into the issue of sustainability, and possible solutions to discuss for the future."

Mr Lyndon Smith - Senior School Science Teacher

Work experience reaffirms dream career LATE last year I was fortunate to be accepted into the Year 11 work experience program at Taronga Zoo in Sydney.

FOR the past few years my heart has been set on pursuing a career in either marine mammal training or zoo keeping. This amazing opportunity increased my motivation and determination, and helped me to focus on my dream. During those five days of work experience in November, I met the trainers and bombarded them with questions about specific animals, the zoo and how they secured their dream jobs.

Each day offered something different: new information, new people, new tasks, and new and amazing animals to meet! I managed to source some useful information about courses and pathway options for the future. I had the opportunity to work with animals such as seals, penguins, leopard seals and pelicans.

This was very rewarding, especially when I received a hug and kiss from some of the seals, including Kira, Lexie and Ronnie at Seal Theatre.

Routine soon kicked in and I learnt what needed to be done, and when. People often had misconceptions when I told them what I was doing for my work experience.

They assumed the role would only involve training the animals. However, I soon put them straight! Unless they liked cleaning fish

buckets, handling slimy squid and cleaning penguin poop from the enclosures, then work experience at the zoo was not for them! These were tasks I undertook along with window cleaning, food preparation, weighing animals, checking food rosters, and data collection on the computer. Hands-on work and training were limited to the trainers only. If people were permitted to train the animals without prior experience, it could ruin the progress made by the trainers, confuse the animals and reinforce bad habits.

The week went too quickly and I wish I could go back. A huge thank you to Ms Itzstein, who encouraged me to write to Taronga Zoo for work experience, as well as my parents who supported me to pursue my dream. I urge any younger students participating in the work experience program, to feel confident about approaching their industry or company of choice. Push yourself, and if you have the motivation to pursue your dream career, then do not let anything stand in your way.

Marina Cartwright - Year 12

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Chicago Dance Master Class IN Term 1, groups of excited Years 9 to 12 Dance students participated in a Dance Master Class with Daniel Slater, a performer in Australia's touring production of the hit musical Chicago.

DANIEL arrived at All Saints' to conduct a series of afternoon workshops in the Performing Arts Centre. The workshops involved the students learning choreography for the opening song of the Chicago musical, All That Jazz. It was an exciting experience to learn such famous choreography and we were all

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enthusiastic to learn and perform the routine in small groups, particularly when trying to perfect the Bob Fosse walk.

Natasha Kayser - Year 12 Performing Arts Captain

Young actors make their mark on classic tale One flew east. One flew west. One flew over the cuckoo /s nest...

ALL Saints' College Drama students put a new spin on the famous One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest production when they took to the stage from 23-25 June 2010, at John Curtin College Theatre in Fremantle.

Following the success of the All Saints'

The College's interpretation of the Dale Wasserman classic told Chief Bromden's story of life in a mental hospital. Bromden's strictly ordered environment was disrupted by the introduction of a force of unwavering individuality, a new patient named Randle

productions of Grease and Little Shop of Horrors in recent years, the Senior School cast members looked forward to offering something a little different this year. They adapted the well-known production of One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest to create interest and make it more relevant to today's society. The final performances were powerful and thoughtprovoking, with larger-than-life characterisation.

Patrick McMurphy. McMurphy soon galvanised the other patients against Nurse Ratched's oppressive control, but things turned sour as the patients' personal independence collided with Nurse Ratched's authoritarian power.

Congratulations to all of the talented students and staff involved in this year's Drama Production.

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Young artists praised for maturity of work ST George's Art 2010 was launched on 27 July 2010 by Art Gallery of Western Australia Director, Stefano Carboni. In his speech, Mr Carboni offered advice to students who attended the exhibition launch. He also praised the young artists for their remarkable skills and maturity, and said he looked forward to seeing some of their work in future

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Year 12 Perspectives Exhibitions at the Art Gallery of Western Australia.

Rapidly becoming regarded as a stepping stone to Perspectives, St George's Art is Western Australia's premier art exhibition for students in Years 10-12. Now in its eighth year, the exhibition has grown in 2010 to include work from 38 high schools across all

educational sectors. The judges praised the high standard of work overall.

All Saints' College was represented at St George's Art 2010 by Year 12 students Loic Delnatte, Sarah Maisey and Nicola Rivers, with inspiring works they created during Semester 1.

CONGRATULATIONS to Year 12 student Andrew Nicholson who was awarded the 'Marshall Arts Originality or Innovative Thought' Award at the Atwell Youth Art Awards on 17 June 2010.

Judges commented that Andrew's sculpture Grasp was engaging, surprising and a delightful concept with superb attention to detail.

Kelly Van Biljon was a joint winner in the Year 11 category with her painting Violet Aberration.

The judging panel said Kelly's artwork showed great use of colour, shape and texture, as well as considerable technical skill.

Fun and interaction on House Days IN Terms 1 and 2, the six Senior School House groups held House Activity Days where students from Years 7-12 within each House, came together to participate in a variety of fun team-building activities. They provided an opportunity for students to interact outside of the usual classroom environment with students of different age groups.

ACTIVITIES during the first two terms of 2010 included sausage sizzles, treasure hunts, quizzes, recycled sculptures, tabloid sports, tug of war, paper aeroplane competitions, mini Olympics, song and dance routines, and newspaper bridge-building competitions. The House Days proved successful, with all

students getting involved and interacting in a positive manner. The Heads of House and House Captains will continue to come up with creative ideas for House Day activities in Terms 3 and 4 this year.

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From the Parents and Friends' Society THE Parents and Friends' Society was very active in Semester 1, 2010 with the aim of promoting and supporting community spirit within the College.

THE Pasar Malam held at the end of week three, was the biggest yet held at the College.

The aim of the Pasar Malam is to have a relaxed, fun, sociable and entertaining evening which the whole College community can attend. This year, sand art, face painting, bubbles and icing cupcakes proved popular, as did the climbing wall, laser skirmish, disc golf, trampolines and 'Off With Ya Head'.

Dave the Funny Man's energetic performances caused much hyperactivity. Meanwhile, Vivid Technicolour delighted our senses and Bollywood dancers tempted us to swing our hips, perhaps while we enjoyed a glass of wine. The Sambanistas kept the carnival atmosphere rolling with their cymbals, gongs and drums, while children joined them in a parade around the fairway.

A variety of craft, jewellery, candles, soap, clothing, preserves, giftware, skincare, olives, and even Henna Hands, were on display in the stalls. After a browse around the night market many enjoyed the various taste sensations that were available from the food stalls. The Student Council provided wonderful help coordinating various activities, and again, the Jailbreak proved popular with students exacting 42

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some revenge. I would like to thank everyone involved for their effort in making Pasar Malam 2010 the success it was.

The annual Quiz Night was well attended in May with 40 tables of parents, friends and past students teamed up into rock groups.

Craig from Number One Music Quiz managed to shake a few brain cells with general knowledge, music questions, and other brain teasers. A silent auction was also held. Kids' Club proved popular with 90 children enrolled, and they enjoyed pizza and entertainment from Dave the Funny Man. The P&F again hosted Australia's Biggest Morning Tea to raise money for Cancer Council Western Australia. Rubra Coffee kindly donated the coffee, and muffins and scones were available for a donation. The Junior School Lower Theatre provided a great cafe-style atmosphere for parents to gather for a chat after school drop off. Staff also popped in for a coffee. Muffins were taken to Junior School classrooms at recess time and Junior School students wore crazy hats for the day to promote awareness.

The P&F presents academic awards to Year 12 students on the basis of their performance in

their final year and in the examinations. Twelve 2009 leavers who received Curriculum Council awards were presented with P&F cash awards at a formal assembly in March. Dux prizes were awarded to Catherine Jepp and Ferris Xu. The high standard of achievement in 2009 led to a record amount of money being awarded by the P&F to high performing students.

Congratulations both to the students and to the College for this wonderful result. Sponsorship money was awarded to seven students during Semester 1 for various achievements at a state and national level. The P&F is proud to be able to assist students in their sporting, academic and cultural endeavours.

This year All Saints' College is 30 years old, and to celebrate, the P&F Society organised a Gala Dinner held at the Forrest Centre, Perth on Saturday, 28 August 2010. Parents, friends, Old Saints, current and former staff, along with members of the Board of Management, attended the memorable evening. Thankyou to everyone who helped celebrate this important milestonein the College's history.

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30th Anniversary Gala Dinner DVD IN late August, a Gala Dinner was held to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Foundation of All Saints' College.

A SPECIAL 30th Anniversary DVD was produced and shown for the first time at the Dinner. It will also be shown at subsequent events and occasions. Images from the DVD show the development All Saints' College from its Foundation in 1980 and Opening in 1981, with 126 students in Years 7 and 8; through to today where the College is highly respected as a leading co-educational school, providing excellent resources for students from Kindergarten to Year 13.

The duration of the DVD is just over 20 minutes and is made up of more than 160 images showing the evolution of the College. The photographs are arranged by decade and include images of the staff, Board of Management members, building developments, a range of student opportunities

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and the College community. The images were selected from those held in the Archive, and others taken in recent years by the Community Relations Department.

The photographs from the 1980s are generally more formal and some are in black and white, while the images from today are often more vibrant and relaxed. It is, of course, not possible to show each student, staff member and volunteer who has contributed to the life of the College, but it is hoped that those who view the DVD gain an impression of the range of activities that have been part of the College story in its first 30 years.

Mrs Sue Sondalini - Archivist

The crowd enjoys the College Fete, 1989.

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Kalbarri Abseiling and Hiking Camp, 1992.

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Father Terry Curtis and S. Crane with a 'Tin Tower' of groceries for distribution to charity in 1997.

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The winning cricket team in the inaugural Graeme Wood Shield, 2005.

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Foundation Service held on 31 May 1980, at the College site. Pictured are Sir Charles Court (Premier of Western Australia), Mr B Durston (Board of Management Secretary), Dr Eric Speed (Foundation Principal), Mr J Howson (Board of Management Chairman), and The Most Rev GT Sambell (Archbishop of Perth).

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Year 2 students visit the Archive IN Term 2, a small group of Year 2 Extension English students worked with Mrs Sara Mano, on a special activity to learn about the history of All Saints' College.

THE students gained information about the development of the campus from laminated photographs provided by the Archive, and a walking tour to various parts of the College.

The Pictorial History, produced as a celebration of the 25th anniversary of the College, was also a good source of information. The children had many questions about the size and establishment of the school and College Archivist, Mrs Sue Sondalini, was pleased to

find the answers to those questions and visit the group.

On 31 May, the 30th Anniversary of the Foundation of the College, the Year 2 students visited the Archive. The children were shown the plaque that commemorates this Foundation Ceremony, which is displayed on a brick pillar in the canteen area. Mrs Karen Spencer, who now works in the Community Relations Department and who has a long

family association with the College, attended the Foundation Ceremony and spoke to the students about her memories of this event.

The students visited the Archive and viewed a selection of posters and photographs. They saw a plan of the Lower Theatre and viewed the original O'Connor House banner. The children were interested to hear about the special items that the Archive holds, and the reasons why archival materials are stored in the way they

are. On the way back to their classroom, the children visited the Performing Arts Centre and saw banners for each of the Senior School House groups.

This was an interesting morning for everyone involved and it was wonderful that the students' visit coincided with the 30th Anniversary of the Foundation of the College.

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Saints' President Mr Mark Balding - Old Saints' President

AS we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Foundation of the College, the Old Saints' Committee has seen a great start to this year's reunions and is looking forward to many great events to come!

CONGRATULATIONS to the Coordinators of the 5 and 10 Year Reunions held earlier this year. Both functions were well attended and everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves. For anyone who has coordinated a reunion, we appreciate the amount of effort that goes into hosting a successful event, and we thank all those involved in making them the success they are.

With three reunions to go for the year, we encourage all former students to get behind the Coordinators and help us get in contact with students who graduated in 1995, 1990 and 1985. If you know of anyone who may not have their details registered with us, please let us know or have them contact the Community Relations Department at the College. If you are looking for information about reunions, including dates and event wrap-ups, please visit the Old Saints' section of the College website under 'College Community'.

We were privileged to attend the 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner held on Saturday, 28 August 2010 at the Forrest Centre in Perth.

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The event was superbly organised by a team from the Parents and Friends' Society. Several Old Saints attended the glittering affair and the night was a truly wonderful tribute to the College.

With our commitment again this year to the Careers Cafe, the Old Saints' Committee is still developing new ways to engage with the current student body, as well as the extended former students. We are still keen to welcome new people to the Committee. If you have four hours per year to provide your input, please let us know via the Community Relations Department at the College.

From everyone on the Old Saints' Committee, we wish you well for the rest of the year and hope to see you at our upcoming events.

And the Sa ints keep marching ALL Saints' is delighted to continue the outstanding education that our Old Saints enjoyed at the College, through the next generation. As the College celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, many of our foundation students are now at a stage in their lives where they are choosing an All Saints' education for their own children.

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The photographs opposite, highlight how increasing numbers of All Saints' former students have a great desire for their offspring to experience the ever-expanding opportunities on offer at the College. As a relatively young College, it is exciting to see the growth and continuity of our family history in these enthusiastic young faces!

Digitized Columba year-books now on College website DIGITIZED copies of the All Saints' College Columba year-book ranging from 19812008 have been produced and are now available on the College website.

Each edition can be found at www.allsaints.wa.edu.au under the dropdown 'College Community' menu, then follow the links to 'Archive' and 'Columba Year Books'.

Each year is presented as an individual PDF, which is searchable by keyword. lUse the Find option at the top of the page, or for a list of references to a chosen keyword use the Open Full Reader Search option on the drop-down menu next to the Find option.) The results of the search will allow the reader to locate references to the text chosen throughout an individual issue of Columba.

The year-books have been scanned to provide high quality text and images.

This has resulted in large files. Users are advised that the images are best downloaded via a high-speed broadband link.

It is hoped the digitized year-books will be of great use to former students who are organising reunions, individuals searching for images of themselves, family members or friends for various celebrations and anniversaries, and as a resource for students researching the development of the College.

Mrs Sue Sondalini - Archivist

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Back Row: Tahlia Halley (Mother Jeanine, nee Bronwasser, 1987), Georgia Balding (Father Mark, 1988), Jazmine and Mitchell Stone (Father Simon, 1985), Fraser Marshall (Mother Wendy, nee Arthur, 1986), Travis Powell (Father Jeff, 1985), Emma Musca (Mother Rebecca, nee Bond, 1986), Jeremy Wright (Mother Adrienne, nee Hartley, 1986).

Middle Row: Charlize Scoll (Father Kurtis, 1989), Finlay Balding (Father Mark, 1988), Chase Scoll (Father Kurtis, 1989), Harrison Ion (Mother Deanne, nee Lambert, 1987), Lauren McVeigh (Mother Tracey, nee Mairs, 1986), William Tomlinson (Father Peter, 1992).

Front Row: Kirrilee Missen (Mother Nicole, nee Springer, 1995 and Father Mallhew, 1993 and Step Father Chadd Heatley, 1994), Joel Halley (Mother Jeanine, nee Bronwasser, 1987), Emily Geha (Father Joseph, 1989), Ben Heatley (Father Brell, 1992), Stella Hermawan (Mother Caroline Alim, 1994).

ABOVE: Left to Right: Luke Powell (Father Jeff, 1985), Cameron Wright (Mother Adrienne, nee Hartley, 1986), Theodore Kenworthy-Groen (Mother Michelle, nee Kenworthy, 1985 and Brother Dane, 2008), Joshua Musca (Mother Rebecca, nee Bond, 1986), Daniel and Bianca Lambert (Father Gavin, 1984).

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Front Row: Elizabeth Marshall (Mother Wendy, nee Arthur, 1986), Finlay Snooks (Father Mark, 1985).

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5 Year Reunion: Class of 2005 ON 29 May 2010, the All Saints' College graduates of 2005 met for their long-awaited 5 Year Reunion.

DESPITE a few glitches in the planning of the event, the night turned out to be a great success with more than 50 former students meeting at the Llama Bar in Subiaco, for a night of reminiscing, catch-ups and, of course, great food and drinks.

Even though name tags were worn, you could still see the same 17 year olds from '05 in each of us. And although we still looked the same, everyone had new and exciting stories to share of travels, studies, partners and work. The night ran smoothly and many partygoers stayed on to celebrate at the bar after the official event ended.

A special mention to Cameron Myles and Kara Bertoncini for making the trek back to Perth, especially for the night. A big thank you also, to Dr Geoffrey Shaw and Mr Anthony Radich, for attending and helping to coordinate the event. The countdown until our 10 Year Reunion has now begun!

Jessica Smith (2005) Thank you to those who attended: Kym Lambert, Grant Fewings, Katherine Prastidis, Reece le Juge de Segrais, Arya Ashoorian, Colin Balshaw, Cameron Atkinson, Lauren Banks, Tegan Armarego-Marriott, Jessica Smith, Ashlee Hong, Nathan Goodreid,

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Jessica Sashegyi, Alex Wood, Luke Newing, Kerry Buchan, Andrew Stephen, Joke Wun, Hale Preston-Samson, Ikumi Nakanishi, Jayde Hording, Tina Larsen, Gerrit Vorster, Siobhan Ryan, Michel/e Ham, Tabitha Sparkes, Nicholas Steinsvaag, Luke Towers, Tanya Katchan, Mat Bartnik, Megan Friend, Mitchel/ Morris, Alex Tong, Alison Rodrigues, Kara Bertoncini, Cameron Myles, Lance Kinnaird, Joanne Johnson, Jordan Doogue, Andrea Atkinson, Kaitlin Preedy, Rebecca Senior, Kristi Col/ins, Rhys Sheil, Jessie Ash, Sam Le Page, Tim Hannah, Craig Best, Tait Marston, Jeremy Culbertson, Stephen Holmes, Nicole Hunter, Daniel EI/iott.

10 Year Reunion: Class of 2000 DOCTORS, teachers, lawyers, film directors and engineers, among other professions - who would have thought our dreams and aspirations would come to fruition in just 10 short years?

FORMER students gathered from all over the world, including Dubai, the United Kingdom, and just across the bite in Canberra and Adelaide.

With more than 50 teachers and students from the Class of 2000, joined by their partners and babies, there was plenty of catching up to do at Llama Bar, Subiaco on Saturday, 24 April 2010.

As the drinks started to flow, so did the stories. Those of us who were well travelled told adventures of living, studying and getting up to mischief throughout Europe, America and the Middle East. Those who had recent additions to the family were glowing, or should I say 'sparkling' ladies? They were also keen to share photographs of their loved ones.

But along with these new tales, there was also plenty of reminiscing about the old ASC days. No matter what our memories of school, one thing we all agreed on, that life seemed so much simpler back then and a small part of us wished we were back there.

Thanks must go to the teachers who attended - it was great to see you all! The event could not have been a success without contributions from Anthony Radich and the Old Saints' Committee. For those who could not attend, we hope you can join us in another five years to share your stories!

Thank you to those who attended: Nigel Kerr, Brett Rankine, Kate Halliday, Nikki Ashmore (nee Lambert), Vanessa Volarevic (nee Faithfull), Mike Senini, Clare Clarke, Anthony Papamatheos, Rebecca McGlinn (nee Heald), Mark McAuliffe, Tegan Johns, Natalie Fermie (nee Miller), Daniel Willett, Miranda Norquay, Amanda Patching (nee Ash), Rebecca Soutar, Beniamin Knowles, Naomi Barsden, Belinda Giles, Louise Baillie, Cara Wailer, Nicole Daniel, Max Jeganathan, Emily Chalmers, Paul Newman, Justin Story, Adam Worthington, Melissa Bryant, Adam Roberts, Royce Zanetic, Sarah Chadwick, Tegan Martyn, Andrew Holiett, Jessica Thoman, Matthew Anderson, Jenni Booker, Kristen Pyrz-Brown.

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Old Saints Anna Sondalini (2009)

Kerri Weir (1987)

SINCE graduating from All Saints' so much has changed, from meeting new people to realising Year 12 was not as bad as I first thought. Moving from high school straight into a university environment was one of the biggest changes I experienced. University has opened my eyes so much to the world around me, while also allowing me to stay in touch with my friends from All Saints'. My decision to study Environmental Science made the transition from high school to university that much easier, because I knew I was doing something I enjoyed.

I have two pieces of advice for anyone experiencing the stresses and pressures of Year 12. Firstly, relax, it will all be over soon.

Appreciate the fact that this is the first and last time you will ever be in this situation,

SINCE leaving All Saints' College in 1987, I studied a Bachelor of Arts (Asia Studies) degree at Curtin University majoring in Indonesian.

With the aim of living in Indonesia, I won an Indonesian Government scholarship to study at Gadjah Mada University in Yogyakarta for a year. This led to three fun expat years in Jakarta working as Marketing Manager for a joint venture between University of NSW, Monash University and a local foundation.

Departing equatorial Jakarta for a freezing Canberra winter, I studied for a Master of Business Administration at the Australian National University in 1998. After graduating I moved to Sydney to take up a position as a Management Consultant. Experiencing a career crisis, I spent three months investigating

and enjoy it! University has so much to offer and no matter which course you choose, you will experience something you never thought possible.

Secondly, only choose a degree that truly interests you. Finally, after all that hard work and effort in Year 12, take some time to treat yourself.

Laith Tapper (1998) GIVEN it has now been 12 years since I graduated from All Saints', I imagined my student days would have been long behind me. However, after working for five years as a geotechnical engineer, I decided to spend some time away from the working world while the opportunity to escape was still possible. So, to follow a research interest I first developed while studying engineering at university, I found myself moving to the United Kingdom to pursue a doctorate in Engineering Science at the University of Oxford.

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engineering. Specifically, my research concerns the development of new foundation design guidelines for offshore structures, such as oil rigs and offshore wind turbines. I have not escaped the world of commercial work completely however, and recently spent a period working offshore on the North West Shelf of Western Australia as part of a gas field development project.

Much of my spare ti me recently has been taken up with swimming training, as I joined some fellow Australian students at Oxford University to cross the English Channel as a relay team. All went to plan and on the first

Spring tide in July this year, we swam non-stop and unaided across the Channel, entering at Dover and emerging close to Calais. True to the traditional approach, we swam without wetsuits, used animal fat to keep warm and relied on a pilot boat to guide us through two of the world's busiest shipping lanes. Our biggest challenges were managing the cold and poor visibility due to heavy fog. Not only to indulge our insanity, the swim also raised money for infant research; inspired by the daughter of a swimmer in our team who was born prematurely, and spent the first three months of her life in a neonatal unit.

industries before deciding I wanted an Asia Pacific related role in Information Technology.

I have worked for Cisco (Dow Jones - CSCO) in Sydney for the past 10 years in a variety of Asia Pacific roles including IT, Marketing, and Technical Services. I currently work three days a week as a Business Operations Manager, which provides some flexibility to juggle family life with my Irish husband and two sons, aged one and five.

Lambert family has ongoing legacy at the College Tropical Bali wedding a family affair Michael Spencer (1 992) MICHAEL Spencer married Kerry Richards at the picturesque Infinity Chapel overlooking the ocean at the Conrad Hotel, Nusa Dua on Saturday, 6 March 2010. Kerry looked stunning as she walked down the aisle with her mother Sue, who travelled from New Zealand for her daughter's big day. The ceremony was presided over by Michael's father, Revd Canon Tim Spencer, while Paul Brook (1992 leaver) was his best man. Michael's mother Karen, who works in the Community Relations Department at All Saints' College, read a bible extract during the ceremony, as did his younger sister Renae (1998 leaver).

More than 30 family members and friends joined the couple for their magical day amid the glorious tropical Bali surroundings. A reception followed in the adjacent garden with beautifully presented food and beverages, all of which were much needed in the warm climate.

Michael's eldest sister Simone did a wonderful job as MC during the reception, making the event a true family affair! The celebrations culminated in a fantastic fireworks display on the beach, which was enjoyed by wedding and hotel guests alike.

All wedding guests enjoyed a memorable holiday, including the newlyweds who stayed on for their honeymoon, vowing to return to the idyllic Bali setting for a future wedding anniversary.

THE perpetual All Saints' College 'Lambert Cup' trophy is awarded to the winning Senior School House group at the annuallnterhouse Swimming Carnival. The couple who kindly donated this trophy to the College, Mr Mervyn (Merv) and Mrs Veronica (Ronnie) Lambert, has a long and ongoing association with the College.

This trophy, along with several other donations to the College, was prompted by the proposed All Saints' Aquatic Centre development, which was only at the drawing board stage when the Lambert children graduated from the College. Merv and Ronnie's son Gavin was a foundation student of the College, attending All Saints' from 1981-1984. Their daughter Deanne was a student from 1983-1987.

Merv was also the first President of the Parents and Friends' Group. He was elected to this position at the P&F inaugural meeting on 17 November 1980 at Bull Creek Community Hall.

This meeting was attended by the Board of Management and about 120 parents, staff and friends. Merv served

as President of the P&F in 1981 and 1982, and continued as a member of the P&F in 1983. His long association and involvement with the College was not only as a parent and P&F member, but he also supported All Saints' through his family business, A&M Bookshop.

Merv and Ronnie eventually retired to Mandurah to enjoy the 'good' things in life such as golf, boating and holidaying. Merv is pleased with his family's history and connection with All Saints', which looks likely to continue well into the future with his four grandchildren now attending the College. Daniel Lambert (Year 8) and Bianca Lambert (Year 7) are the children of Gavin Lambert and his wife Karen. Taylah Ion (Year 3) and Harrison Ion (Year 1) are the children of Deanne (nee Lambert) and her husband Simon.

It gives Merv great pleasure watching his grandchildren enjoy the All Saints' Aquatic Centre, and he is looking forward to attending Grandparents' Day in Term 3 this year.

Picture Captions: 1: Foundation All Saints' College students Stuart Redman and Deanne Haffner receive the Lambert Cup from prominent WA yachtsman Mr N Robins, on behalf of Forrest House in the 1983 Interhouse Swimming Carnival held at Melville Aquatic Centre.

2: Merv Lambert sits in front of an early Howlett & Bailey/ Peter HuntArchitects in Association, layout of the College.

3: The P&F Committee and Founding Principal, Mr Eric Speed (front right), with Merv Lambert (back row, second from right).

4: Merv Lambert's grandchildren Daniel (Year 8) and Bianca (Year 7) hold the Lambert Cup that was donated to All Saints' College by their grandparents many years earlier.

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