CBC Fremantle College Newsletter Week 9 term 2 2015

College Newsletter Week 9 Term 2 Friday 19 June 2015

Today’s boys...tomorrow’s gentlemen CBC Fremantle Newsletter | Week 9 Term 2 | Page 1

Cover: A lesson in playing the didgeridoo as part of the College’s NAIDOC Week celebrations

From the Principal Aboriginal reconciliation and CBC

offered a Welcome to Country and spoke

In 2015, the official celebration of

to the gathering about the significance

NAIDOC Week will take place from

of the week. Mr Collard returned to the

5 to 12 July across the nation. It provides

College today to conduct a programme

the opportunity to celebrate Aboriginal

for all Year 7 students where they were

and Torres Strait Islander cultures and

engaged with local Noongar elders on

to recognise the contributions that

topics as diverse as stone axe-making,

Indigenous Australians make to our

Aboriginal art and the stolen generation.

country and our society. Because that

During this week we have also had a

week falls during the school holidays in

didgeridoo recital and reciprocal visits

WA, our College has elected to provide

between our students and some of

an early acknowledgement.

those from Clontarf Aboriginal College.

CBC Fremantle

On Monday we conducted our NAIDOC

Perhaps our most ambitious attempt to

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assembly and sought to focus the

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when two separate groups of senior

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obligation to promote social cohesion

students commence a period of time with

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between Aboriginal people and the wider

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Australian community. A special guest at

communities in the Kimberleys. We wish

our assembly was Mr Phil Collard who

these boys and the accompanying staff

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a most educative experience and look

as the Class of 2022 but as all parents know,

limited to classroom management and

forward to the benefits of their learning

these years in the lives of their sons will

student behaviour fails to acknowledge the

upon their return.

come and go very quickly.

many other contributors to our provision

Some of the families that I meet have

of a healthy learning environment. The

At CBC Fremantle we seek to be an

held a firm commitment to being

most significant of these is the existence

inclusive community in which all members

part of the CBC Fremantle community

of a shared set of values which focuses

are reconciled with each other. Everyone

almost since their son was born. Others

our attention upon what is important

is welcome to be a part of our school and,

have undertaken a process of careful

and clarifies our collective purpose. This

within this environment, our boys are

discernment before deciding that

common resolution can be represented

taught that difference is something to be

our school offered the priorities and

in many ways but gains one of its most

respected and celebrated. Unfortunately,

opportunities that they were seeking.

eloquent expressions in our maxim,

this is not always evident in our broader

Regardless of which path has been

‘Today’s boys…tomorrow’s gentlemen’.

society. Many people lack the will or the

followed, each of them is happy to commit

confidence to believe that meaningful

to supporting the College and to accepting

This succinct rendering of one of our major

reconciliation with the original inhabitants

the support that will be extended to them

priorities as a school allows us to align

of this land is achievable. I thank you as

in the interests of the full development of

all of our other activity at the College.

always for the support you offer in each of

their son.

Our vision, beliefs, rituals, tradition and

your homes in advocating a contrary view.

language assume a new richness when

It is hoped that the modelling which is

One of the questions that parents

it is understood that each of them exists

provided by our school community and

occasionally ask at the interview for

to support the formation of tomorrow’s

in your homes may offer inspiration and

enrolment is what sort of environment

gentleman. As a school staff we join

suggest possibilities for society in general.

or tone exists at the school. Of course,

parents in maintaining a firm focus upon

It is further hoped that the individual and

I understand that what they are really

the quality of the graduate we seek

specific experiences of our boys while

asking is whether their son will be safe

from this College. This is one of the key

at school will inspire them to be positive

and happy at CBC. This question rightly

components of our culture as a school

agents for change. This is critical work in

assumes great importance for any

and assists in the provision of a secure,

ensuring that our College fully embraces

parent who has a child on the verge of

stimulating and nurturing environment

and reflects the EREA touchstone of Justice

commencing at a new high school.

and Solidarity.

The culture of our school

that challenges each of our students to learn to the full extent of their ability.

The answer that I give never varies and I hope that it resonates strongly with each

Mr Shaun Kenny

At the moment I am engaged in the

of you as current parents of the College.

Principal

process of meeting prospective families

I begin by acknowledging that feeling

and enrolling the students who will

safe and secure is an essential criterion

commence in Year 7 at our College in 2017.

before any student can start to maximise

It is difficult to imagine them as the group

their learning. Although this is true, any

of young men who will graduate together

discussion of our school climate which is CBC Fremantle Newsletter | Week 9 Term 2 | Page 3

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.

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Preparing for remote adventure An intrepid group of CBC Fremantle boys are ready to experience the wonder of the Australian outback at the Kiwirrkurra and Parnngurr remote communities after receiving their special jackets at the College assembly on Monday.

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College Information

College Calendar

Secondhand blazers wanted

CBC’s College Calendar can be viewed online by clicking

The Uniform Shop is desperately seeking size 9 and 10 secondhand blazers. Please see Falda in the Uniform Shop on Wednesdays if you can help.

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.

Canteen hours The Canteen is open from 8.30am in the morning for 10 minutes to allow boys to purchase drinks only. Food and drink purchases can of course be made during recess and lunch breaks.

Donations of clothing The Kiwirrkurra Immersion Group is seeking donations to take with them to two remote Indigenous communities. If you have items of winter clothing or blankets that are still in good condition but are being unused, please donate them and drop

Important dates coming up – check the Calendar for more details.

Sunday 21 June Jazz on the Swan Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 June Animal Farm Performed by Year 10 and 11 Drama students Tickets on sale on the College website

them in to Mr Baldry at the RE Office. Thank you.

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House Athletics Carnival The CBC Fremantle annual House Athletics Carnival is being held

It is the responsibility of students to be at the College by 8.30am

on Friday 26 June at the WA Athletics Stadium, Mt Claremont. The

and in the correct groups on the oval.

carnival is a compulsory College event and all students are expected to participate unless restricted by personal or medical conditions.

Students are to wear their full house sport uniform including –

Students who are unable to compete on the day are still required

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House shirt

to attend and will be given roles to help assist with the running

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Sports shorts

of the carnival. Students who are unable to participate must see

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White College socks

Mr Matthews with a note prior to the carnival date.

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Predominantly white running shoes

Due to the busy schedule of the carnival and to maximise student

There will be no access to a kiosk or vending machines on the day of

participation, school will commence at 8.30am not the standard

the carnival so students need to come prepared with a packed lunch

8.45am. The first bell will go at 8.30am and all students are to move

and snacks.

to the oval for the roll call and loading onto buses.

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Please refrain from packing cool drinks, energy drinks and large

spectate on the day. There is a dedicated spectator area and we

quantities of junk foods and ensure boys have sufficient water for

urge you to come along and support the boys.

the day.

If you have any queries or concerns, please do not hesitate to Students are asked not to bring the following –

contact me at jasonma@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au.

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Mobile phones

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Ipods and MP3 players

Mr Jason Matthews

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Magazines

Sports Coordinator

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Books

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Glass containers

The Athletics Carnival is a CBC Fremantle community event and we encourage parents, guardians and extended family to attend and

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CBC FREMANTLE

21JUNE

4pm - 7pm

SUNDAY

ON THE

JAZZ SWAN An evening of entertainment

At the Swan Yacht Club, Riverside Rd, Preston Point, East Fremantle Tickets available at the door: $10 adults, $5 school age children, $30 family 2+4 Page 8 | CBC Fremantle Newsletter Week 9 Term Drinks| available from2 the bar, BYO nibbles

CBC Fremantle Year 10 and 11 Drama presents

Directed by Rosalba Jeffreys

! k eow! e n w s t t cke i x t e ur o y N Get

22, 23 and 24 June 2015 at 7pm CBC Fremantle Arts Learning Area Tickets Adult $15 | Child $10 Family $40 2 + 2 | $45 2 + 3

www.cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au

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What CBC boys think about producing a play...

CBC Fremantle’s Drama performance Animal Farm is opening on Monday 22 June for three nights. The cast and crew have been working hard to deliver the best possible production to the CBC community. To book your tickets, visit the Events page on the website.

Keane Bourke

Jacob Fitzpatrick

Matthew Lomma

Year 11

Year 10

Year 10

What’s your job in the play?

What’s your job in the play?

What’s your job in the play?

Head of Technical.

I am a sassy cat, a cow and a narrator.

Narrator and a dog.

What do you like about being involved

What do you like about being involved

What do you like about being involved

in producing a play?

in producing a play?

in producing a play?

It’s challenging but exciting.

Really enjoy it. I’ve never done anything

It’s a confidence builder. It’s the first time

like this before. It’s coming together and

for us to be involved.

How do you feel about next week’s

everybody is focussing as a group.

How do you feel about next week’s

production?

Nervous but quietly confident.

How do you feel about next week’s

production?

production?

Nervous, but I think the first night we’ll

Nervous, which is only natural. But I think

get it right and then we’ll be fine.

we’re going to be fine.

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Anthony Marceca

Michael Sapienza

Leon Viti

Year 10

Year 10

Year 10

What’s your job in the play?

What’s your job in the play?

What’s your job in the play?

A farmer and a sheep.

A sheep.

Molly the carthorse, one of Napoleon’s

What do you like about being involved

What do you like about being involved

in producing a play?

in producing a play?

What do you like about being involved

It’s a good experience; good to be in front

There’s a lot of people involved and you

in producing a play?

of people and make them happy.

get pretty close as a team. There’s been

It’s a challenge. You have to be more

a few good moments in rehearsals which

physical than verbal and maintain the

How do you feel about next week’s

were pretty funny. When the play is over,

character throughout the play.

production?

everybody will be pretty happy about it.

dogs and a narrator.

How do you feel about next week’s

Nervous but excited.

How do you feel about next week’s

production?

production?

Pretty nervous – it’s a make or break play.

A bit nervous, I guess. I have messed up my lines in a play before!

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Community cookbook: a call for recipes You are invited to contribute to our community cookbook and help us acknowledge the traditions of our College, the love and support of our families, and the journey of today’s boys…tomorrow’s gentlemen.

CBC Fremantle is proud to be a part of raising good young men

How you can help

of our community, who have the skills and courage to face and

• Submit your favourite family recipe to us with specific quantities

overcome challenges and to form positive, mutually beneficial

(eg millilitres, grams, tablespoons, cups, etc, and in Australian

relationships. The gentlemen of CBC are the guardians of the

standard measuring) and easy to follow instructions. Your recipes

future, and their positive male contribution to our society

will need to be tried and tested prior to submission to ascertain the

provides us all with hope and faith in a better world.

correct quantities.

• Please specify how many people the recipe will feed.

To highlight the journey from today’s boy to tomorrow’s gentleman, CBC is planning to produce a community cookbook celebrating all that is nurturing and resilient about our young men and their families. A timeless collection of recipes that encourages

• We are specifically seeking dishes that hold a place in your heart, and are particularly enjoyed by your son. If your contribution is included, your family will be acknowledged in the final publication.

• Degree of difficulty is from zero to hero, but tasty dishes with

our young men to be culinary heroes from their first foray in the

a focus on classic simplicity appealing to all ages would be

kitchen, whether it is coping with a simple breakfast for Mother’s

particularly suitable.

Day, wooing a romantic interest (it will happen!), or providing hearty meals for their children when the time comes.

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• Recipes will need to be in a ‘cut and paste’ format, for example included in the body of an email or in a Word document.

• Your submission may not make the final book – but don’t let that hold you back. The sooner you send in your fabulous family recipe, the better the chance that it will be included.

• Stories about the dish are also happily accepted, for example who passed on the recipe, which cuts of meat are best, or perhaps a particular occasion when you served the dish.

CBC has a long and proud association with the Fremantle community, so please feel free to mention particular landmarks or places you shop if appropriate to your tale.

The publication will sell for cost price and be available to purchase for members of the CBC community and extended families and friends.Please address any enquiries to Cherie Butcher at events@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au or 9430 2001.

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A taste of things to come...

To encourage your contributions to the CBC cookbook, every fortnight we will provide you with a tasty recipe from the CBC community that your boys are bound to love.

Bananas on the barbecue from Bev Funga This tasty dessert is a no brainer! Feeds as many as the number of bananas you have and keeps the kids entertained.

Ingredients Bananas Marshmallows Chocolate Method 1.

2, 3.

4.

5.

Cut the banana length ways (retaining the skin).

Alternately place marshmallows and chocolate pieces inside the cut banana.

Wrap in foil ensuring the seam is at the top.

Place onto hot barbecue and cook for approximately five minutes.

When ready serve with ice cream.

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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.

Academic Enabling and Support Centre of the University of Notre Dame Australia Study less and achieve more – prepare now for success in Year 12 Study skills programmes offered by the Academic Enabling and Support Centre of the University of Notre Dame Australia to Year 11 and 12 students on Wednesday 15 July and Thursday 16 July during the mid-year school holidays.

Wednesday 15 & Thursday 16 July 2015, 1.00pm to 4.00pm (attend both sessions).

Both courses provide real benefits to Year 12s in the lead up to examinations and beyond and to Year 11s seeking to enhance their overall study skills.

Cost $60.00 Further information at: http://www.nd.edu.au/outreach-programs

Veritas is coming to Perth VERITAS Youth Festival is a must attend event, the first ever time in Perth. It will be held on 10 to 12 July at Santa Maria College.

All young people aged 16 to 30 years are invited to experience three days of festivities with live bands, dynamic speakers, engaging workshops, stalls, prayer and much more. Organised by Catholic Youth Ministry Perth and the Catholic Youth Network, VERITAS will encourage young people to seek the truth, discover their purpose in life and develop a deeper relationship with God. Come with your youth group, friends, school or on your own and be part of this not to be missed event.

Entry is $50 for a three-day pass; Friday night is free for everyone to attend. Purchase your tickets at www.veritasperth.com or for general enquiries contact CYM Perth at admin@cym.com.au or 9422 7912.

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Bibbulmun Track Teen Trek Monday 13 July 2015 at 9:00am to Wednesday 15 July 2015 at 3:00pm This is a three-day expedition for teenagers, camping out and experiencing the fun and camaraderie of being in, and connecting with, the bush and with others their age. Along the way, guides will present them with some mental and physical challenges. Stimulate their minds and bodies, get them away from the X-Box and PlayStation and tackle Nature Deficit Disorder.

Participants have the opportunity to qualify for the bronze or silver Duke of Edinburgh Award programme as part of this event.

Includes return transport ex Murdoch Park’n’Ride, Track map, comprehensive planning night, trip preparation manual, equipment hire and experienced guides. BYO food (advice given). Ages 13+.

For more information and bookings: www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/walk-the-track/events-calendar/teen-trek-july-2015

SPECIAL OPEN DAY

Commemorating 80 Years Sunday 9 August

10am – 2pm St Jerome’s Primary School, Munster Mass commences 10am at St Jerome’s Parish Followed by a fun-filled program including:  Musical entertainment  Games, maths challenges, story time in the library for the kids  Art exhibition  Guided tours  A look back in time at St Jerome’s  Sausage sizzle, face painting and a coffee van If you want to be part of the history, purchase a paver, engraved with your family name.

St Jerome’s Primary School, 38 Troode Street (Cnr Rockingham Road), Munster 08 9499 9500 or admin@stjeromes.wa.edu.au www.stjeromes.wa.edu.au

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Murdoch University Our Parent Information and Pizza Evenings are a free and fun opportunity to meet our Future Student Team to find out everything you need to know about Murdoch and what to expect when your child transitions from high school to university.

Join us for some delicious pizza as we demystify university preferences and the TISC process, as well as how to apply, alternative pathways, fees, scholarships and support services. These sessions will be run at the Peel Campus on 22 June, the Rockingham Campus on 23 June and the South Street Campus on 24 June. All sessions will be run at the respective campuses from 6 to 7:30pm.

To register, parents can simply visit www.experience.murdoch.edu.au.

Murdoch Open Day Murdoch University is excited to announce the date for Open Day 2015 is Sunday 26 July from 10am to 4pm.

Students are encouraged to attend with their friends and families to discover a range of course and careers options at Murdoch University.

With more than 700 volunteers, students and academics on the ground to assist prospective students with their queries, Open Day is a great day to have all of their questions answered and discover a truly globally connected education.

As with previous years, students will be warmly welcomed at the information hub on Bush Court and will be able to find out about the application process and entry requirements including alternative entry pathways at the ‘Central Information Marquee’.

Course Guide Volunteers will personally show students to their school of interest for students to be truly inspired at the University’s Course Hotspots. These Hotspots will allow students to get involved, talk to lecturers and current students and find out more about their chosen interest area.

Murdoch University will also be running guided tours of our Exercise Science Labs, Engineering Pilot Plant, Vet Hospital, Law Moot Court, TV and Radio Studios and Student Accommodation, to name just a few.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter: A weekend for married couples Take time out of your busy schedule, to invest in your most precious asset . . . your marriage! This is a unique opportunity to recharge your relationship batteries, refocus on each other and fall in love all over again.

Weekends: 31 July to 2 August 2015, 23 to 25 October at Swanleigh in Middle Swan.

For info or booking contact Joe & Margaret on 0424 220 625 or email: WAbookings@wwme.org.au Website – www.wwme.org.au

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