CBC Fremantle College Newsletter Week 9 term 2

College Newsletter Week 9 Term 2 Friday 27 June 2014

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Front page: The Guitar Ensemble performing at Jazz at the Club last Sunday

From the Principal Celebrating the Arts

tutors and the members of the Music

The College Arts Programme has been

Parents’ Group on the presentation of

very much to the fore in recent times with

a very successful occasion. Of course, a

staff and students being kept busy with

special commendation is due to each of

a variety of activities and performances.

the musicians who shared their special

As has been frequently mentioned, it is

gifts with the audience.

critically important for a boys’ school to have a strong presence in the Arts and

The College Jazz Orchestra then

for students with particular talents in this

performed at one of our neighbouring

area to be appropriately recognised.

primary schools on Tuesday morning.

Events such as this provide the

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One significant event occurred last

opportunity for our musicians to bring

Sunday when more than 200 members

enjoyment to a new audience, hone their

of our community spent the early

talents and showcase our school.

evening at the South Fremantle Football Club enjoying the talents of our young

The Music Performance Evening on

musicians. Congratulations to Mr Shane

Wednesday provided another opportunity

Mancuso, the many peripatetic music

for our musicians to display their talents.

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“Promoting the Arts is an important function of all schools and the creativity encouraged through the broad participation of our young men is critical to their full development.”

In addition to the more experienced

next week and preparations are reaching

many opportunities made available to the

and accomplished performers, parents

a peak. By the time the curtain goes up on

boys in the areas of Music, Art and Drama

in attendance were also able to assess

Tuesday night the audience will be able

and I commend those students who

the progress of their sons who are in the

to enjoy the product of countless hours

involve themselves so enthusiastically in

earlier stages of their ‘musical careers’.

of diligent rehearsal on the part of our

these activities.

Another feature of this night was the

Drama staff and students. This production

performance of the choir groups and it

has been heavily advertised through our

Mr Shaun Kenny

is always wonderful to see and hear the

newsletter and I hope as many parents as

Principal

benefits of the tuition these boys are

possible take the opportunity to attend.

receiving.

Promoting the Arts is an important While our Visual Art students continue

function of all schools and the creativity

to work on projects which will form

encouraged through the broad

the content for our annual College

participation of our young men is critical

exhibition in October, those engaged in

to their full development. I know that

the Performing Arts are more urgently

our parents appreciate the selfless work

engaged. The school production of Lord of

undertaken in this regard by all of the

the Flies will be staged over three nights

staff in the Arts Learning Area. There are

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26 June 2014

Jazz at the Club CBC Bands and Guitar Ensembles entertained more than 200 family and friends at the South Fremantle Football Club for a very successful Music Parents’ Group fundraiser.

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Calendar Week 10 Term 2 2014

College Information CBC City to Surf It’s time to start training for the Chevron City to Surf, which is on 31 August. Join in a training schedule with members of your CBC community to encourage your commitment to this fantastic event and raise your fitness level.

Beginners training group: Tuesday and Thursday at 4.40pm All levels: Wednesday 5.30am, Friday 5.15am and Sunday 6.30am Everyone welcome! All enquiries can be directed to Sally Northeast at sallyn@cbcfremantle.wa.edu.au.

Year 9 Rite Journey Mr Hunter’s Rite Journey class are challenging themselves to try and collect clothes and

Monday 30 June English & Literature Stage 3 Conference Curtin University S&E Week Year 8 Incursion World Fair All Day Tuesday 1 July Year 12 Chem Excursion Lord of the Flies Drama production 7pm ALA Wednesday 2 July BME: Market Day Lord of the Flies Drama production 7pm ALA Thursday 3 July Mass 8.15am (Samson 5, 6 & 7) Lord of the Flies Drama production 7pm ALA Friday 4 July CA:MG Semester 1 Awards Last day of Term

items that may be needed for the homeless in Fremantle this upcoming winter.

If you have any unwanted clothes, or anything that would be of use, it will be greatly appreciated. We are hoping to get as many items as we can to help the wider community, some items may include, jackets, jumpers or any warm material, socks, shoes, sleeping bags, swags, old shirts and beanies would be greatly appreciated.

By doing one selfless act, it could change someone’s life or even save it.

There will be some boys who will come around each Mentor to collect items or if you want to hand them into the PE Office there will be boxes available.

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All in the name of Science On Friday 13 June the Year 11 Integrated

At the Expo the boys were able to view

Science class attended the Every Woman

and experience a wide range of cosmetic

Expo.

products and conduct research on cosmetic ingredients.

The boys are studying Cosmetic Chemistry this semester and will be

They were also quite pleased to meet the

designing, creating and marketing their

‘Sugar Sisters’, Katie and Lucy, from the

own cosmetic ranges, which will include

TV reality show, Big Brother.

products such as soap, hand cream, lip balm and body scrubs.

Mrs Petrina Brewer Science Teacher

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Senior Soccer wins first game of the season On Wednesday 18 June the CBC senior

Anthony wasn’t done yet, bagging

Best players:

soccer team took on a strong John Curtin

his second goal early into the second

Lewis Grant

squad, defeating them 3-1 in a very fast,

half, putting CBC up 3-0, and in a great

Daniel Nocciolino

competitive match.

position to win their first game of the

Ryan De Gennaro

season. The game finished 3-1, with the

Jason De Gennaro

Midfielder Lewis Grant scored the

boys showing great ball movement and

Declan Creighan

opening goal with a great half volley off

overall team cohesion.

Sean Duncanson

a cross. CBC soon found themselves 2-0 up when Anthony Pecotic pounced on a

Rhian Bore

fumble from the John Curtin goalkeeper

Year 12

just before the half time break.

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Sport Fixtures Week 10 Term 2 Team

Day / Time

Venue

Junior Soccer

Tuesday 4.00pm - 5.30pm

Willeton SHS

1st XVIII Football semi-final

Wednesday 4.00pm - 5.30pm

TBC (possibly East Fremantle oval)

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BY WILLIAM GOLDING ADAPTED BY NIGEL WILLIAMS PRODUCED BY ROSALBA JEFFREYS

1, 2 and 3 July 2014 at 7pm CBC Fremantle | Arts Learning Area

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Mums raising teenage boys The Parent Auxiliary is again running the

in the development of their son’s identity

parenting teenage boys from a more

‘Mums Raising Teenage Boys” seminars

including their ability to be nurturing.

‘solo’ perspective and gives mums useful

which have been very successful for the

This in turn affects how they relate to

and supportive strategies to help them

last two years.

others, particularly to girls and women.

meet challenges more effectively.

Mums Raising Teenage Boys

The cost of each event is $10 with the

Monday 4 August, 6.30pm – 9.00pm

Mums Raising Boys In A Solo Parent Or Fly In, Fly Out Family

Cost: $10.00

Tuesday 5 August, 6.00pm – 8.30pm.

Places are limited to 25 mums per

Cost: $10.00

workshop. To secure your place,

College again supporting both evenings.

book online at the College website

However well-prepared mothers are logically, the emotional response to

When your partner is regularly away or

www.cbcfremantle.com.au. The link is

having a boy is often still, “Wow! This is

when you are a solo parent different

under Quick Links on the left hand side.

unknown territory”. It is true that for

family life challenges can result. Often

many mothers, the idea of raising a son

there are specific emotional and practical

carries its own set of worries.

difficulties to manage such as feeling

Parent Auxiliary

isolated or lonely, or not having a partner As the primary female role model in a

available to deal with discipline and other

boy’s life, mothers play an important role

parenting issues. This seminar explores

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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.

July Holiday WACE Revision Subject revision, high quality, small group classes with specialist WACE teachers. Enrol online to attend Rossmoyne SHS, Churchlands SHS and Perth Modern School at www.academictaskforce.com.au. Or enrol online to attend UWA or Corpus Christi College at www.academicassociates.com.au. Or call 9314 9500 or email learn@academictaskforce.com for further information.

Master Mind Australia – Academic Pathways July Revision Programme for study skills, essay writing and subject revision for all students in Years 10, 11 and 12.

This revision programme aims to prepare students for Term 3 and Mock Exams.

Courses will be conducted at: Christ Church Grammar School, Hale School, All Saints’ College and Willetton Senior High School Early Bird enrolment discount applies if received before 22 June, 2014.

For further information on these programs contact Dr Robert Hallam at Master Mind Australia on 9486 1377 www.mastermindaustralia.com.au

Tennis coaching @ the Melville Tennis Centre School Holiday Clinics available and Term 3 lessons for kids and adults.

Call Glen 0433 340 646 or email glen@poptennis.com.au www.poptennis.com.au

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What does the Universe Story teach us about community?

Explore the Josephite Spiritual Homeland and discover the different pathways that give expression to the call to Religious Life.

An invitation to young women and men … A time of reflection, sharing, prayer and companionship.

When: 5.00pm to 8.00pm Thursday 10 July 2014 Where: Mary MacKillop Center, 16 York Street, South Perth RSVP: Alma Cabassi rsj: cabassi@gmail.com, 0419 044 136 or Leonie Mayne rsj: 0437 120 337

Embracing Womanhood A day of reflection for women of all ages with Sr Ann Cullinane • A spiritual dimension over a cup of tea Saturday 5 July 9am to 3pm Sts John & Paul Catholic Church Parish Hall, 5 Ingham Court, Willetton For registrations please call Mandy Dunlop 0414 425 560 or Su Goh 0413 560 033 Cost : $10 includes morning tea and light lunch

WACE Revision Seminars The WACE Revision Seminars are open to all Western Australian Year 12 students. The seminars are run in the first week of the Term 2 and 3 school holidays, Monday to Friday. They are held at Wesley College, 40 Coode Street South Perth. The seminars aim to strengthen students’ knowledge and understanding of the syllabus and prepare them for WACE exams.

The Revision Seminars provide: • review of the WACE syllabuses

• take-home notes and handouts • copy of past exam papers • examination hints and techniques • experienced teachers, who are experts in their field • small class sizes • high quality revision.

Bookings open Thursday 29 May 2014 - book early as classes fill quickly. Full information can be downloaded here.

Application forms can be downloaded here.

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Day immersion to Pinjarra An opportunity to journey with George Walley to hear the indigenous story of Pinjarra This is for people interested in participating in a day immersion to Pinjarra. George Walley will be our storyteller and cultural guide.

On this journey you will be invited to be present to the Indigenous story of Pinjarra and be challenged to find connections with your own story.

The following days have been negotiated with George: Saturday 23 August or Monday 25 August 2014. In addition you will be required to attend a two hour evening briefing session to prepare for the day and a reflection morning after the immersion.

There will be a cost involved to cover transport and speakers fees. If you are interested contact Donella Brown by 30 June 30 Mobile 0488 699 198 or email: dmbrown@edmundrice.org

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