CBC Fremantle College Newsletter Week 3 term 2 2016

College Newsletter Week 3 Term 2 Friday 13 May 2016

Today’s boys...tomorrow’s gentlemen CBC Fremantle Newsletter | Week 3 Term 2 | Page 1

Cover: Sumo Suit wrestling at the Edmund Rice Day celebrations.

See more photos in the Newsroom.

Photo by Keane Bourke (Year 12)

From the Principal The power of little acts of goodness On Friday of last week the College celebrated the feast day of our founder, Blessed Edmund Rice. Commencing with a poignant and uplifting Mass at the Basilica and concluding with a variety of fun activities on the College grounds, I am sure that the day provided a number of significant and lasting memories for all of the students and staff involved.

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One of the themes of the day which I sincerely hope impacted strongly with each of our young men was the value of living a life of service and the power that such a commitment can have.

This was made clear during a beautiful homily provided by Br Terry Casey during our Mass which I know was well

received by all of those in attendance.

The Executive Director of Edmund Rice Education Australia, Dr Wayne Tinsey, also captured the importance of this notion in a letter he sent to all schools during last week when he wrote: The quality of success we experience in life ultimately depends upon the tiny choices we make every minute of every hour of every day. A meaningful life is made up of a series of daily acts of decency and kindness, which, ironically, add up to something truly great over the course of a lifetime‌Edmund Rice schools remind students that the road to true and lasting happiness lies through living a life of service for others.

For some, this service might be on

the ‘big stage’… but for most of us, our contribution and service will be most needed and recognised in our families, friendship groups and local communities.

What a wonderful affirmation of the lives of all people of goodwill. As we often express at CBC Fremantle, our true purpose in life will only be revealed through what we do for others. The lasting happiness and fulfilment of a life spent in the service of others is as apparent as the transience of a self-absorbed existence.

There is tremendous power in little acts of goodness and kindness. I am privileged to witness that power every day in the way that parents interact with their sons, the way that parents

choose to interact with the staff, the way that staff interact with the students and most importantly, the way that our young men interact with each other.

Above: Ms Angela Calanni with refugees from the Edmund Rice Centre who were special guests of the College for the Edmund Rice Day festivities.

Photo by Keane Bourke (Year 12)

Mr Shaun Kenny Principal

“The lasting happiness and fulfilment of a life spent in the service of others is as apparent as the transience of a self-absorbed existence.”

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Student achievements

Debating success CBC entered into their second round of debates at All Saints College with outstanding success. Adjudicators across all three debates highlighted the exceptional quality of the students and their arguments.

The Year 7 Novice team of Griffin Williams, Joseph Vykopal and Hugo Pollard scored their first win. Special mention to Griffin who stepped into the role of first speaker with only three hours’ notice and started off what was a very compelling debate.

The first Junior team to debate also scored a win. Daniel Page once again opened with strong arguments that unsettled the opposition.

Special mention to James Morris who debated for his first time ever.

Lachlan Legge as always concluded the debate with some unnerving stares, strong arguments and compelling rebuttal.

The second Junior team consisting of Ben Fitzpatrick, Ashton Muir, Lachlan Glover (Year 10) performed as a finalist in the James Morrison Jazz Scholarship at Generations in Jazz in Mt Gambier last weekend. Lachie was one of only six finalists selected for the live adjudication and was the youngest person to perform at this prestigious event.

Joshua Jackson and Lawson Micale were also granted a win as their opponents forfeited. This provided the students with another fantastic opportunity to debate against the adjudicators. Lawson jumped ship and assisted the adjudicators in accepting defeat. Lawson was outstanding after only having had a few minutes to create his speech on the spot! Ben also shone in the role of first speaker and was able to easily refer to and read from his palm cards in this round.

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College Calendar CBC’s College Calendar can be viewed online by clicking on the Quick Link on the home page of the website. You can also subscribe for the Calendar to synch on your iCal or Outlook by clicking the link at the top right of the Calendar page.

Important dates coming up – check the Calendar for details.

Wednesday 25 May

Year 10 Parent Information Evening

Saturday 28 May

CBC Family Mass at St Patrick’s Basilica

College Information Important notice regarding student drop-off on High Street Parents please note that students are not to be dropped off on High Street at any time. The vehicle entry and small carpark near the Chapel are for staff parking and authorised visitors only. Ellen Street and Stirling Street provide plenty of spaces for safe and practical short-term parking for dropping off students.

Thomas Rivers (Year 8) represented Western Australia at the Australian Little Athletics Championships that were held in Adelaide on Sunday 24 April. Tom competed in discuss, shot put, long jump and 4x100 relay.

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In the Newsroom Visit the College website at www.cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au and click on the Newsroom under Quick Links on the left hand side.

12 May

Italy Tour On 6 April, 60 students and six staff flew across the world for an 18 day journey of culture, language, history, art and architecture that beautiful Italy has to offer.

Read more...

11 May

Celebrating Mum’s special day Boys at CBC enjoyed a special morning with their mums to celebrate Mother’s Day with a Liturgy at the College followed by a delicious morning tea in the Cloisters.

Read more...

11 May

Community fun for Edmund Rice Day Despite threatening rain, there was no gloom in sight at CBC Fremantle’s festival to celebrate the birth of the founder of the Christian Brothers, Blessed Edmund Rice.

Read more...

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ACC Lightning Carnivals All Year 7, 8 and 9 students have chosen to play either football, soccer, hockey, rugby union or ultimate frisbee and have been placed in teams for the upcoming Associated Catholic Colleges Lightning Carnivals.

The day involves playing against students from other Catholic schools from around Western Australia. The focus is on participation and good sportsmanship.

Date Year 9 Monday 16 May 2016 Year 7 and 8 Wednesday 18 May 2016 Time Students meet in the gymnasium at 8.45am, first fixture is at 10.30am.

Return to College by approximately 3.00pm.

Travel College and hire bus.

Please note: socks can be CBC footy, club or CBC PE. Boots are optional.

Dress Full PE uniform including white PE shirt (NO COLOURED HOUSE SHIRTS) tracksuit and hat, predominately white jogging shoes and College bags only and raincoat if weather is inclement.

Venues Football:

Soccer:

Hockey:

Rugby: Frisbee:

Food Students are to bring their own food and drinks for the day including a drink bottle.

Equipment Football: Soccer:

Hockey:

Rugby:

mouth guard, boots, socks Shin pads (optional but recommended), boots, socks Shin pads (optional but recommended), boots, socks, stick Mouthguard, boots, socks

McGillivray Oval (UWA Sports Park) Alderbury Reserve (NE Perry Lakes) McGillivray Oval (UWA Sports Park) Brittania Oval (Leederville) Brittania Oval (Leederville)

If you have any questions regarding the above information please email me at stephenh@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au or call me on 9430 2010.

Mr Stephen Hunter Coordinator of Sport

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CBC snippets Students in Year 11 Religion & Life General studies, have spent the first few weeks of term preparing and studying for their Common Assessment Task. All classes have now moved on to exploring social issues. Students have spent the first few lessons furiously brainstorming and discussing issues they believe are prevalent in our society. The focus for this unit of work will be on refugees and asylum seekers. The eagerness to understand and learn is evident across all classes.

Miss Maria Garbin Religious Education Teacher

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Soccer fixtures Round 1

Don’t forget the

7/8 A

v Willeton SHS

Home

Monday 9 May

7/8 B

v Corpus Christi

Away

Wednesday 4 May

9/10A

v CBC B

Home

Thursday 5 May

9/10 B v CBC A

Thursday 5 May

Open

Wednesday 11 May

v Lakelands

Round 2

Home

7/8 A

v John Curtin A

Away

Thursday 12 May

7/8 B

v Willeton SHS

Home

Monday 16 May

9/10A

v Melville SHS

Home

Thursday 12 May

9/10 B

v John Curtin B

Away

Thursday 19 May

Open

v Emmanual CC

Away

Tuesday 17 May

Round 3

7/8 A

v Melville SHS

Home

Wednesday 25 May

7/8 B

v John Curtin B

Home

Thursday 26 May

9/10A

v Corpus Christi

Away

Monday 23 May

9/10 B

v Kent St

Home

Friday 27 May

Open

v Melville SHS

Away

Tuesday 21 June

Round 4

Year 10 River Cruise

on Thursday 2 June 2016 Depart and return from Pier 3 Barrack Street Jetty, Perth Boarding at 6:45pm with a 7pm departure.

Returning at 10.00pm sharp

Re

7/8 A

v Corpus Christi

Away

Monday 30 May

7/8 B

v Melville SHS

Home

Tuesday 7 June

9/10A

v Kent St

Away

Thursday 9 June

9/10 B

v Melville SHS

Home

Thursday 9 June

Open

v Leeming

Away

Wednesday 22 June

Round 5

Home

7/8 A

v CBC B

TBA

7/8 B

v CBC A

TBA

9/10A

v John Curtin B

Home

Tuesday 28 June

9/10 B

v Corpus Christi

Home

Monday 20 June

Open

v Seton CC

Away

Tuesday 28 June

B

Dress semi-formal no jeans or t-shirts.

Please contact Mrs Petrina Richmond for more information at petrinar@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au

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What CBC boys like about the Gifted and Talented conference...

On Monday 9 May, seven Year 12 boys attended the Gifted and Talented Conference held at St Hilda’s School.

Here is what six of the students thought of the experience.

Keane Bourke

Riley Faulds

Damon Miles

Year 12

Year 12

Year 12

“The day provided an interesting

“The Conference was a really

“The Gifted and Talented conference

starting point for an exploration

interesting, enjoyable experience.

allowed me to understand some

of the world of philosophy, and

It brought up a lot of fascinating

of the core mechanics surrounding

posed some thought-provoking

questions that we don’t really have

morality, philosophy and the concept

questions that provide insights into

time or need to think about in

of ‘self.’ Both lecturers concisely

our own individual ways of thinking.

daily life, but which were interesting

explained these fundamentals and

The information presented on the

(and mind-boggling) to ponder.

provided an easy platform to discuss

power of belief is something I’ll

The speakers were entertaining

my own opinion on each matter

definitely be putting to use,

and the venue was amazing, making

presented.”

especially in relation to exams

for a great day!”

and other assessments.”

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Emmanuel Terzoudis-Lumsden

John Tormay

Tony Ziegelaar

Year 12

Year 12

Year 12

“It was an enlightening experience

“The conference was amazing.

“It was a very intriguing conference

and the topics presented were both

The questions that were explored

which provided some new ways of

thought-provoking and engaging.

really challenged ideas and forced

thinking on societal issues. It was

It was a great learning experience

us to look at things from a broader

informative and objective providing

and provided me with the opportunity

perspective.”

a good basis on philosophy and

to question my own beliefs and

intellectual debate. I would

provided a new perspective on

recommend it to all students.”

things I had never thought about before and considered immutable or unquestionable.”

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Community Notices It is the policy of CBC Fremantle to distribute information when requested regarding community activities and details about educational programmes. This does not imply that CBC endorses these activities or the information. Please provide information in an unformatted Word document to enquiries@CBCFremantle.wa.edu.au. Submissions will be accepted at the discretion of CBC Fremantle.

Projects Abroad Open Day Date:

Saturday 21 May

Time:

1.00 to 4.00pm – come anytime for as long or short as you like

Venue:

Royal Park Hall, 180 Charles Street, West Perth 6005

Projects Abroad organises volunteer and work experience programmes in 30 developing countries. These projects are in areas such as teaching, childcare, conservation, human rights, healthcare, and community work in countries such as Kenya, Nepal, Vietnam and Peru.

The evening will feature presentations from staff and past volunteers, along with lots of opportunity to chat and ask questions.

Reserve a free place for the Open Day at www.projects-abroad.com.au/more-info/information-events/

Curtin Commerce Information Evening Want to find out why Curtin Business School is THE place to study business? Learn more about Curtin’s Bachelor of Commerce, including the wide range of business specialisations, industry connections, innovative teaching facilities and internship opportunities, by attending our Commerce Information Evening. This evening will provide you with an opportunity to ask any questions you might have about studying Commerce. You will also have the chance to experience The Agency, our newest facility for students.

Date:

Thursday 26 May 2016

Time:

6.30pm to 7.30pm

Location: Lance Twomey Lecture Theatre, Curtin University, Kent Street, Bentley Please register online to attend this Commerce information evening.

Rugby Union Associates Rugby Club is seeking Under 17 Players to enjoy playing for our Club. If interested in playing for a great Club contact: Head Coach Marty Phillips 0418 958 970 or Manager Tim O’Keeffe 0419 966 787

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UWA Information Evenings Our upcoming UWA ‘Information Evenings’ will provide high school students with course and prerequisite advice, information on career paths and guidance on the different areas of study within Engineering, Computing and Mathematics. We will also have some friendly students on-hand to answer any questions about university life or being a member of one of the faculties exciting student clubs.

Attendees will be given a folder of course information and a special gift!

Engineering Information Evenings • Monday 16 May, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 2 • Tuesday 28 June, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 1 • Thursday 28 July, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 1 • Sunday 14 August – as part of Open Day • Wednesday 7 September, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 1 To book onto a session go to www.ecm.uwa.edu.au/community/engineering-info-evenings.

Computing Information Evenings • Tuesday 31 May, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 2 • Sunday 14 August – as part of Open Day • Wednesday 21 September, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 1 To book onto a session please see our webpage www.ecm.uwa.edu.au/community/computing-information-evenings.

Mathematics Information Evenings • Thursday 2 June, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 1 • Sunday 14 August – as part of Open Day • Wednesday 14 September, Time: 6.30pm-7.30pm, Venue: Engineering Lecture Theatre 2 To book onto a session please go to www.ecm.uwa.edu.au/community/mathematics-information-evenings.

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FREE DROP OFF DAY household hazardous waste

There are a number of hazardous items in your home which must not go in your waste or recycling bin. Safely dispose of your unwanted household chemicals and hazardous materials for free at the Household Hazardous Waste Temporary Collection Day.

These items include: • Batteries • Cans of paint • Pool and garden chemicals • Pesticides and herbicides

• • • • •

Date:

Saturday, 14 May 2016

Time:

9.00am to 1.00pm

Flammable liquids Gas bottles Fluorescent tubes Poison Household chemicals

Venue: City of Melville Operations Centre, 13 Bramanti Road, Murdoch 6150

For event details and more information on what can and cannot be accepted on the day visit www.melvillecity.com.au or call 9364 0666 | 1300 635 845

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