CCW Newsletter Issue #2 (February 19, 2021)

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CATHEDRAL COLLEGE WANGARATTA Fortnightly Newsletter

In this edition.....

Principal Commissioning Prep 2021 Cohort Swimming Carnivals Meet our College Captains, Tess and Henry Celebrating Girls in Science Book Fair 2021 CCWSA (Sports Academy) in the Spotlight Important Dates and Reminders

Principal's Commissioning As last years commissioning of Principal Nick Jones was postponed, we are delighted to proceed with the Principal’s Commissioning on March 22, 2021. Unfortunately, due to the current restrictions in relation to density limits, only a small number of parents will be able to attend. Should you wish to attend, please contact Catherine Johanssen or email her at cjohansen@cathedralcollege.vic.edu.au

Coffee and Catch Up Members of our regional communities are warmly invited by Principal Nick Jones to join him and staff for coffee and a ‘chat’. Our new Deputy Principal, Ms Anne Harris will be joining Nick and it will be a wonderful opportunity to meet Anne and welcome her to The College.

These informal gatherings are open to our current College community as well as new families wishing to gain an insight into our school.

To Register, click on these links. Places are limited.

Wangaratta https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-wangaratta-tickets-139566740879 Beechworth https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-beechworth-tickets-139567111989 Benalla https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-benalla-tickets-139567294535 Yarrawonga https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-yarrawonga-tickets-139567649597 Bright https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-bright-tickets-139567984599 Rutherglen https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coffee-and-catch-up-rutherglen-tickets-139568321607

From the Principal MR NICK JONES Our resilience was again tested during the past week when we were forced to return to remote learning following the announcement of the snap five-day lockdown. As I referred to in my correspondence to parents and guardians this week, I was incredibly proud of the way our school community came together to get through this period of time and we sincerely hope we do not return to these conditions again in the future.

Despite the recent events, our school year has begun in a very positive manner. During our collaboration time together, academic staff have been discussing the importance of reflecting on our professional practice. Our teaching staff are outstanding educators who understand the importance of continued reflection, collaboration and the need to ensure that we are implementing best practice within our classrooms. Our staff are involved in regular collaboration meetings where evidence-based theory and teaching strategies are discussed along with other key factors that are important for successful learning outcomes for our students.

The College is currently reviewing and prioritising the use of Digital Technologies within our learning programs. This includes the availability of laptops, iPads and other electronic devices that assist students and staff with the delivery of our teaching and learning program. Sue Synnot has been appointed to the position of Digital Learning Coordinator and she is working closely with staff to support them in this important area. We are currently investigating a number of different models that relate to the use of personal electronic devices within the classroom and I encourage you to provide feedback to us in a Parent Survey that will be sent to you in the coming weeks.

In line with our priority to focus on continuous development and improvement of our teaching and learning programs at The College, all Cathedral College staff will be attending our inaugural Regional Education Summit at Trinity Anglican College next Friday. This summit has been put together by the Principals of our three eastern states ASC schools and involves a number of highquality keynote speakers and workshops presented by our own teaching staff. This is a fantastic opportunity for our staff to learn with and from each other and is another example of the benefit of being a member of a strong and collegiate system of Anglican schools.

I look forward to a number of upcoming opportunities to meet with and engage in conversation with parents, friends and other members of our school community. I encourage you to attend one of our ‘Coffee and Catch Up’ events across the region over the next two weeks and we look forward to seeing many families for the rescheduled 'Big Picnic' next month.

All the best.

Meet Tess and Henry Cathedral College Wangaratta School Captains for 2021 What made you decide to become a School Captain?

I believe that anyone, no matter their age, can make a difference in our world. This was exactly the reason why I wanted to become a School Captain. I aspire to bring change to our school community through developing a culture of trying new things, while allowing the great minds of our future to be developed and valued.

Tess Palubiski, Member for Indi Dr Helen Haines and Henry Stephens

It is important to me that the younger generation’s love for learning and adventure is nurtured. I believe that through this role I could encourage our students to want to be heard, be brave, never fear the impossible and reach for the stars - Tess Palubiski We are all somebody. Throughout my schooling, I have strived to take every opportunity available to me to learn and grow, allowing me to be best prepared for when I join the workforce. I saw the position of School Captain as an incredible opportunity to gain experience in leadership and responsibility, while simultaneously enabling me to represent and support the ideas and endeavours of my fellow students.

- Henry Stephens What skills do you have or need to be a successful School Captain?

While the school will try to give you as much warning as possible, sometimes we have short notice to prepare a speech or organise an assembly. The Captaincy role requires adaptability, flexibility and organisational skills. You need to manage and utilise your time efficiently in order to meet these demands while at the same time balance the challenging workload of Year Twelve. Confidence in public speaking and 'speaking on the fly' are also important in this role. Leading by example, being approachable, being a good listener and leading by actions are well as words are also important.

What do you look forward to in your school day?

Cathedral College has an incredible learning (and social!) environment. Although we have the routine of our timetable, it is a busy campus and there is always a lot going on. We have an extremely close, supportive and caring Year Twelve cohort who make every school day a great experience. We also look forward to the conversations we have with our younger peers. Being a Prep-Year Twelve school, we get to talk to students of all ages. Supporting our younger students is extremely important in our role as School Captains and we really enjoy this part of being a Captain.

What do you wish for the students in your year 2021 Captaincy?

We will strive to be approachable to all students. We will listen and pass on their questions, concerns or ideas to the best of our ability. Whilst outside of our control, we really hope that the impact of COVID-19 is minimal and that this year they don't experience the upheaval of 2020. We are hopeful that our students can go on school camps, outdoor education trips, school sport competitions and that other fun activities go ahead. Our biggest wish for our fellow Cathedralites is to approach this year by following one of our College mottos; 'discover, belong and achieve'. We want them to try new things, to be curious, to challenge themselves and to strive to be their best.

From the Head of Junior School MR GREG NEWBOLD If anyone ever said school was not eventful, then they would be completely misguided! A quickfire lockdown saw us smoothly and systematically roll back into remote learning. Thank you and congratulations to everyone for responding so positively and adapting so quickly. It is wonderful to be open again after just three school days of home learning.

The House Swimming feels like quite a while ago; however, the memory of an exciting carnival is still fresh in our minds. The brilliant new facility at Barr Reserve was christened by Cathedral College, with our staff, excellently led by Mr Matt Lane, convening three consecutive days of swimming carnivals.

Junior School students should feel immensely proud of themselves for the way they participated and competed with maximum effort. Fifty metres of any stroke is daunting for many, let alone trying to coordinate your arms and legs, (and breathe efficiently) whilst competing in freestyle, backstroke, butterfly and breaststroke. The cheers for our confident and competent swimmers were strong, yet some of the more resounding cheers were offered to those who struggled and persisted the entire way.

A special mention must be made to the Year Nine students who offered magnificent support to our students in all events over twenty-five metres and assisted those others whenever the need arose. Great maturity and leadership were on display!

Even though the P & F Big Picnic has been postponed to next month, we have much to look forward to in the next couple of weeks. The next stage of representative swimming will take place on February 26 to decide qualification for the regionals in Shepparton. A visit from the Planetarium is scheduled for March 1 and so our budding Prep to Year Five astrophysicists, astrologists and general stargazers are sure to be in their element.

And planning for 2022 continues unabated, as I commence preliminary meetings with prospective students and their parents for next year’s Prep classes.

Photo Gallery PREP CLASS 2021

The sky is the limit for our Prep 2021 cohort. We look forward to celebrating your many firsts and achievements.

Photo Gallery JUNIOR SCHOOL SWIMMING CARNIVAL

From the Head of Middle School MRS BRIGID PERKINS Thank you to all of our Middle School families for adjusting to the State-wide lockdown so quickly and effectively. Our Middle School students should be commended for how they received the news, as well as their efforts on Friday afternoon when they diligently packed their school bags in preparation for another period of time learning from home. Many of our students, particularly our new Year Seven students, had only just completed a full cycle of their timetable and therefore were only just getting used to all of their subject areas and teachers’ names. Our students’ proactive communication with their teachers throughout their time learning from home this week, demonstrated their growing maturity and independence. I was so glad to see our community back on campus on Thursday but also very impressed by how our students showed an ability to adjust and be flexible in their approach to their learning.

Our Year Sevens also had to endure the news that their camp to Howman’s Gap, which was meant to depart on Wednesday morning, has now been postponed. We have been able to secure new dates for this camp and our Year Seven cohort will now venture up to Howman’s Gap on Monday, May 3 through to Wednesday, May 5. We very much look forward to this time with our Year Seven cohort and although it is still a few months wait, we were relieved to be able to book another date this year.

On arrival back to onsite learning, after students spent the first part of the week learning remotely, our Middle School community made sure that we allowed time for students to readjust to the school routine and reconnect with their peers and relevant teachers. We held an extended homeroom session on Thursday to allow time for homeroom teachers to complete the following: Re-establish a sense of belonging for their homeroom groups, especially as some students are still transitioning from a Primary school setting or getting used to the busy schedule of Term One. Allowed students time to re-organise their lockers after taking all of the folders home on Friday when the lockdown information was presented to the community.

Re-explained the expectations around mask-wearing and that they will still be compulsory inside and therefore all students should arrive at school with a reusable mask.

Allowed time to talk about the work that was set over the lockdown period for each subject and provided additional support where needed.

Allowed time to talk about the issues that may have arisen when trying to complete the tasks at home.

Allowed time to discuss what information and training students require to support their learning from home, particularly in relation to the use of school email, Microsoft Teams and other relevant online learning platforms.

Our Middle School community adapted very well to the return to onsite learning and we will continue to support their health, wellbeing, social connectedness and sense of belonging in light of what is occurring in our wider national and international communities.

Photo Gallery MIDDLE SCHOOL SWIMMING CARNIVAL

From the Head of Senior School MS ANNE HARRIS Well, after what seemed a long time in the planning, I finally got to see Cathedral College full of students as the 2021 academic year started smoothly.

This is my first year at CCW but my twelfth working in an Anglican Schools Commission school.

Already I have witnessed the warm, inclusive nature that is a hallmark of the ASC philosophy. I have enjoyed friendly greetings as I pass students and have been grateful to the parents who have come and said hello at our recent events.

Over the next few weeks, as the School settles into the term, it is important that our students establish positive routines that will set them up for success this year. This will look different for each family but there should be some commonality. Are there some agreed expectations for study versus social media time? It may come as a surprise to some teenagers that they will study and complete homework more efficiently if their phone or laptop is not buzzing and dinging every few minutes. Has the student checked their timetable and packed their bag before going to bed (less panic in the morning!). Is the student getting enough sleep? Establishing routines early in the year can pay dividends when things start to get busy and the assignments, tests, sports training, rehearsals, etc all start to roll in. Please remember that you are not alone when it comes to establishing these routines and your student’s Home Room Teacher will gladly add their voice to help reinforce the benefit of strategies that assist students to develop independent learning and time management.

Senior students letting off some steam with a friendly game of basketball at lunchtime

Photo Gallery SENIOR SCHOOL SWIMMING CARNIVAL

From the Director of Studies MRS JULIE FINDLAY

A Digital Learning Journey Students and staff have returned to school in a very positive and friendly manner. Last year was a steep learning curve for us all with remote learning and it certainly made us all aware that digital technology can be our friend if used wisely.

Many staff, just like parents, guardians and students learned to use the technology to stay connected, share information, submit work, and find information using platforms we had previously never heard of before. In reality, we have not stopped using these tools, as highlighted this week with the thought of school lockdown always being in the back of our minds.

Recent events have highlighted a practical need, but over the years research from various organisations, including The Foundation For Young Australians, have shared the following trends emerging in education.

Changing environments brings differences in the way students think and learn Students need to be able to think and communicate from a global perspective Students require grit and perseverance to build a higher tolerance for failure Schools should consider a curriculum favouring real-world experiences to enable students to cope with changing requirements for work and life Schools need to encourage data competency among students and teachers, evaluate the right technology to incorporate in schools to enhance learning, and manage ethical concerns arising from data and technology integration Schools need to stay relevant and innovative in a digital world To further our understanding of how technology may be our friend, a Digital Learning Committee has been established to look at other ways the school can improve student understanding and ability to operate in the rapidly changing reality in our lives.

The school's newly appointed Digital Learning Coordinator, Sue Synnot, will also lead our investigation into what skills our students will need in the future and work with staff to incorporate relevant technology in their learning programs. We look forward to sharing our research and developments during the year.

Digital Learning Committee The Technology department at Cathedral College has grown considerably over the last five years. The Technology domain covers many areas of learning including but not limited to, Food Technology, Materials Technology, Art and ICT. Cathedral College has introduced many new subjects in this domain, particularly in the Senior School, to meet the ever-growing demands of the 21st Century Learner. VCE subjects such as Product and Design, Food Studies, Media and VET Information, Digital Media and Technology. Many teachers from this domain, including myself, will sit on the Digital Learning Committee to help guide the initiative and ensure the best possible outcome for our students.

Adam Clark Technology Teaching & Learning Leader As Head of Science, I have always been on the lookout for relevant technology that complemented out Teaching and Learning programs. Within my classroom, I endeavour to model efficient and appropriate technology to both students and colleagues. We live in a rapidly changing technological society and in my new role as Digital Learning Coordinator, I will investigate the skills our students need to enable them to be valued community members and to also support their own lifelong learning journey.

Sue Synnot Digital Learning Coordinator

A passion for Science In recognition of International Day of Girls and Women in Science Last week we observed International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Cathedral College acknowledges 'a significant gender gap has persisted throughout the years at all levels of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines all over the world. Even though women have made tremendous progress towards increasing their participation in higher education, they are still under-represented in these fields' - (The United Nations).

The College is extremely proud that this year we have 16 female graduates (CCW alumni 2020) pathway into STEM-related courses. These courses include Bachelor degrees in Science, Agricultural Science, Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Exercise and Sport Science, Nutrition Science, Outdoor Education and Environmental Science, Psychological Science and Health Science. Our young women have been inspired to study Science and STEM-related courses due to The Colleges innovative, comprehensive, broad and targeted Science Education program that is offered at CCW and begins in the Junior School.

Anna Findlay Alumni - Class of 2019 Anna is in her second year of a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University, majoring in Medicinal Chemistry.

Having had a very unusual first year, I am entering my second year of a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University, majoring in Medicinal Chemistry. I approached the start of my degree as an opportunity to try out all the branches of science I was interested in, studying Chemistry, Physics and Biology subjects, and used the experience to then decide which branch I wanted to focus on. Whilst I have always enjoyed chemistry, my first-year studies allowed me to confirm this and as such my current plan is to continue to focus on Chemistry.

I have wanted to study science for quite a few years now, as a person with a curious mind the opportunity to explore the world around me and gain an understanding of new concepts has drawn me to the study of Science. I also appreciate the way Science provides me with challenges, spurring me to find new solutions and think creatively.

Whilst my first year of university has been somewhat unusual and as such, I was unable to perform practical experiments in person as would normally happen, there have still been enjoyable moments of the year. In particular, I studied a subject called ‘Our Planet, Our Health’, which was definitely a highlight, the subject drew on interdisciplinary fields creating a fascinating study of what we consider ‘Health’.

I hope to apply my studies to work in research Chemistry, in particular, I would like to study the compounds that go into modern medicines, and how we can learn from the past with the sources and applications of these compounds.

Beth James Alumni - Class of 2020 Beth is about to commence a Bachelor of Science at The Univerity of Melbourne.

Ever since I was young, I have always been fascinated by nature. I think my love for Biology stems from that. I like that Science is so broad, and that there is always more to learn. I chose to study a Bachelor of Science to keep my options open. There are definitely a few majors that appeal to me; genetics and developmental biology in particular.

I'm really excited to see where it takes me! While studying science at CCW, my love for the subject was definitely supported and encouraged by teachers who were passionate about sharing new knowledge with me.

Joy Fan

Year Twelve - 2021 Joy is currently in Year Twelve at Cathedral College Wangaratta. She fasttracked Year Eleven Biology and achieved a study score of 45. Joy is currently studying Literature, Maths Methods, Psychology, Chemistry and German.

Next year I'm hoping to study a Bachelor of Science Advanced - Global Challenges at Monash Uni, because it has all the majors and the structure of a typical Bachelor of Science, but it also incorporates information about topics such as global politics, leadership and business management, in order to ensure that students can use their science knowledge in a way that makes a bigger impact on the world.

That really appeals to me; however, if I don't get in, I'll do a typical Bachelor of Science instead and take on the other subtopics in electives or as a double degree. I love learning about the way the world works and the reasons behind why or how things function the way that they do, especially in natural biological processes. I think in this day and age, it's important and almost crucial to look at the things that work in the natural world and reflect on why these processes have enabled the organisms to survive for hundreds of years, and maybe how we can incorporate some of these functions into our own world to make it more renewable and sustainable.

Chloe Royal Year Twelve -2021 Chloe is currently in Year Twelve at Cathedral College Wangaratta. She fast-tracked Year Eleven Biology and achieved a study score of 49. Chloe is currently studying English, Maths Methods, Psychology, Chemistry and Physical Education.

I love Science and Health and have structured my VCE course around these fields. Whilst I am keeping my options open, I am considering studying a Bachelor of Biomedicine or maybe even commencing a Biomedical degree and then transferring to Medicine with a specialisation in Psychiatry. I find Psychology really interesting. What I also like about Science is it is applicable to everyday life.

It is something that is relevant, tangible and relatable. For example, in Biology last year, one of our units focus was on the immune system. This was fascinating and timely with what was going on (and still is going on ) in the world. I like the diversity of Science and the fact it can respond to societal needs and global challenges.

Chaplains' Chat During the week Christians around the world recognised Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. The season of Lent has traditionally been seen as a time to stop and reflect on how we are living our lives; to repent of our wrongdoings, and perhaps give up some treats and luxury items to help make us more aware of the needs of others. It is also a time of ‘getting ready’ to contemplate the events of Holy Week with the key events beginning with Palm Sunday, where Jesus was greeted as a king, followed by Maundy Thursday, where Jesus first modelled and celebrated taking communion with his friends; Good Friday where Jesus died on the cross, taking the punishment for our sins so that we can live in relationship with God; and of course culminating in the celebration of the resurrected Christ on Easter Sunday.

Some people approach Lent as a difficult and heavy time, bringing to mind negative thoughts and reflections of themselves. However more recently, Lent is being recognised in a more positive manner. I view it as a ‘circuit breaker’ in my life; a time to pause and reflect both on what God has done for me, and what He is doing in my life; and also asking myself whether I am living my life in such a way that reflects God’s faith, hope and love to those around me.

This Lent we encourage you to use this time as a time of renewal. We are now settled back into school, hopefully for an uninterrupted time through to Easter. By all means, ‘give something up’ if that is part of your practice. But if you do so, use it for a positive purpose – either by using the saved time or money to consider the needs of others or as a time of renewal yourself.

May God bless you throughout this Lenten period.

Wellbeing How to handle fear about the future: A guide for Year Twelve students Life as a Year Twelve student is already stressful enough, but the added impact of COVID-19 throughout 2020 has added another level to this stress and can make it hard for our students to handle the associated demands.

The below article outlines some excellent coping and self-care strategies to assist with the demands and uncertainties ahead. https://au.reachout.com/articles/how-to-handle-fear-about-the-future-a-guide-for-year-12students Please contact the College if you have any concerns about your child’s wellbeing.

June Stamp College Counsellor

Our Wellbeing team

Ms June Stamp, College Counsellor; Rev David Jones, Senior School Chaplain; Mrs Cathy Carden, Junior School Chaplain

Careers CSU Explore Day Students in Years Eleven & Twelve potentially interested in future study at Charles Sturt University (CSU) are invited to attend their Explore Day at Thurgoona on Tuesday 30 March.

Attending students may choose workshops of relevance to them. The school will aim to book a bus for interested students. To find out more, or to register, go to CSU Explore. Or see Mr Dunbar For more Careers information please visit the Cathedral College Careers website at https://www.cathedralcollegecareers.com.au/

From Administration Bus Travellers The Education Department and the Department of Transport continue to work closely with DHHS and transport operators to implement measures to limit the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) so that students can feel confident travelling on school transport.

Transport operators will continue enhanced cleaning across all services to ensure that high-touch surfaces such as handrails and seating areas are regularly disinfected.

Physical distancing is to be maintained for adult bus staff (driver and other attendants) where practical. Physical distancing should be exercised by parents and school staff at bus stops, interchanges and school bus loading areas.

Students should: not use transport if unwell practise hand hygiene before and after using transport (prior to leaving home and at the end of the school day) practise physical distancing at bus stops, train stations and interchange locations for other shared transport services where practical.

Students 12 years and older must wear face masks whilst travelling. Where possible, siblings should be seated together. Bus staff will not monitor the wearing of face masks or bus seating plans but are encouraged to discuss these arrangements with schools if needed.

Peta Cooke Bus Coordinator Aspire 2020 - Yearbook If your child didn’t receive a Yearbook at the end of 2020 or should you wish to take another one for your family, please ask at reception.

Second-Hand Uniform Can parents please avoid using reception to exchange second-hand uniform, as there is quite a collection currently sitting there that hasn't been collected.

Student Drop Off & Car Parking Would all parents please note that the approved student drop-off point is at the front of the school and not the rear car park adjacent to the stadium. Cars moving through the stadium car park are creating a danger to pedestrians who have parked appropriately and are moving into the school.

Students who are driving are asked to park at the front of the school on the gravel car park adjacent to the main parents’ car park.

Please note that the speed limit in all car parks is 10 km/h because it is a shared area with pedestrians.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Ian Collins Business Manager

From the Library Book Fair 2021

From the Physical Education Department The PE department has developed a clear three-step process for Year Six to Year Twelve Physical Education classes. This has been developed to encourage students to wear the correct PE uniform and provide appropriate consequences when they do not.

Physical Education Uniform Guide

New Year Seven and Eight Physical Wellbeing subject This year all Year Seven and Eight students will get the opportunity to undertake a new subject called Physical Wellbeing in either Semester One or Two this year.

In the subject, students learn how to create, conduct, monitor and evaluate their own personalised fitness program in order to improve both health-related and skill-related fitness components. They will be introduced to a range of different fitness training methods in order to improve these fitness components.

Students look at the many mental and physical benefits of regular physical activity as well as examining the long-term health consequences of leading an inactive lifestyle. The elective covers different strategies aimed to improve lifelong physical wellbeing including meditation, progressive muscle relaxation and mindfulness exercises.

Students will examine what the Australian Physical Activity guidelines are for a range of different age groups and explore why physical activity levels typically decline as we get older.

Mr Luke Elkington Teaching & Learning Leader: Health, Outdoor Ed & PE (P-12)

From the Uniform Shop The Uniform Shop will be CLOSED on February 26 2021, Student Free Day. The Term One opening hours of the Uniform Shop are: Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday

8:30 am - 1:45 pm 8:30 am - 1:45 pm 8:30 am - 1:45 pm 8:30 am - 1:45 pm

Please note: If your child needs to try on any part of the uniform, you will need to make an appointment.

Please follow the instructions at https://www.noone.com.au/school/cathedralcollege/stores Orders can also be made via the Noone Website for collection at your convenience.

Stephanie, Heather and Sigrid.

CCW Sports Academy The recently launched academy has attracted local media attention and news stories have featured on WIN News and in the Border Mail.

This was nerve-wracking for some of the students who were interviewed but overall, a wonderful experience.

The program recognises that student-athletes require specialised and specific support in strength and conditioning as well as skills development in order to pursue a pathway for further sporting success.

It aims to deliver leading-edge training and services which provide an environment that will maximise the sporting potential of studentathletes.

The Logo highlights that the program is based on three core pillars: · · ·

Strength Conditioning Nutrition and Wellbeing Skill development and craft

We look forward to watching the students enrolled in the academy progress and develop over the year and will keenly follow their athletic pursuits.

If you would like any further information, please contact Mr Dale Carmody.

Please note the NEW date!

The Big Picnic has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 11.

The Eventbrite link is the same, so if you previously registered for the event, there is nothing you need to do. If you have registered and can't make it, just cancel your order! And if you are yet to order and would like to come, click on this link! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-big-picnic-tickets-132474032397

Useful links for parents CCW Parents & Friends Committee The next P & F meeting will be on Tuesday, March 2 at 6:30 pm in the CCW staff room.

Australian Parents Council The latest edition of the Schoolzine eNewsletter. https://austparents.schoolzineplus.com/news?nid=15 Healthy Lunchboxes If you are looking for ideas on how to vary your child’s lunchbox the Healthy Eating Advisory Service has a great range of resources available on their website: https://heas.health.vic.gov.au/schools/healthylunchboxes

Community Connect

From Social Enterprise Do you have any old T-shirts that can be recycled?

Please bring them into Student Services for the Social Enterprise group, 'Hunger Sak' to be repurposed into tote bags.

Thank you in advance.

Alexandra Tiso and Trinny Preer

Dates/Events and Reminders Term One 2021 Junior School Week Five (Week A) Wednesday, February 24 School free day for Prep students Chapel Friday, February 26 Student free day - ASC Staff Expo Day Ovens and Mitta Divisional Swimming Falls Creek Mountain Bike Competition

Week Six (Week B) Monday, March 1 Junior Parent Teacher Interviews (3:30 - 6:30 pm) Tuesday, March 2 Junior Parent Teacher Interviews (3:30 - 6:30 pm) Wednesday, March 3 All Preps at school Year Four to Six Hume Swimming House Leader Induction Assembly Friday, March 5 School Clean-Up Day

Middle School Week Five (Week A)

Wednesday, February 24 Year Seven Outdoor Education Windsurfing Chapel Thursday, February 25 Middle and Senior Upper Hume Swimming Friday, February 26 Student free day - ASC Staff Expo Day Falls Creek Mountain Bike Competition

Week Six (Week B) Monday, March 1 Year Seven Immunisations Wednesday, March 3 Year Four to Six Hume Swimming House Leader Induction Assembly Thursday, March 4 Year Seven & Eight Upper Hume Super 8 Boys Cricket Friday, March 5 School Clean-Up Day Year Six Ovens Beechworth Bike Ride

Senior School Week Five (Week A) Wednesday, February 24 Chapel Thursday, February 25 Middle and Senior Upper Hume Swimming Friday, February 26 Student free day - ASC Staff Expo Day Falls Creek Mountain Bike Competition

Week Six (Week B) Monday, March 1 Year Nine Camp A departs to return on Friday Year Twelve Geography trip to Winton Wetlands Year Nine & Ten Upper Hume Super 8 Boys Cricket Wednesday, March 3 House Leader Induction Assembly Friday, March 5 School Clean-Up Day Year Twelve History Excursion