Galen Catholic College Reflections Newsletter - Issue 14 2022

Reflections NEWSLETTER

ISSUE 14 SEPT 5 2022

Year 10 Formal

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Upcoming Dates

Galen Contacts

TERM 3 - WEEK 9

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Tue Sept 6 - Yr 8 Girls State Soccer at Darebin International Sports Centre - Thornbury

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Tue Sept 6 - Vet Ag Practical for Tractor & Quads

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Wed Sept 7 - GAT Exam

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Wed Sept 7 - Breakfast Club

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Thur, Fri, Sat Sept 8-10 - Legally Blonde College Production at WPACC

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Thur Sept 8 - Year 7 Immunisations - Round 2

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Thur Sept 8 - Upper Hume Athletics Albury

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Fri Sept 9 - Year 10 XC Ski Development Day

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Wed Sept 14 - Vincent House Celebration Day

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Wed Sept 14 - Breakfast Club

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Thur Sept 15 - Last day of Term 3 for students

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Fri Sept 16 - Parent teacher student interviews – Student Free Day

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Principal: Darta Hovey Deputy Principal - Staff & Students: Patrick Arcuri Deputy Principal - Learning & Teaching: Dale Gleeson Deputy Principal - Catholic Identity: Jim Samon Business Manager: Emily Hordern Senior School Leader: Kylie Quin Acting Junior School Leader: Kylie Girolami Professional Learning Leader: Daniel Armitage Innovative Curriculum Design Leader: Sara Korman Director of Staffing: Anthony Batters Staff Representative: Beth Code Executive Assistant to the Principal: Tess Barnard

ADVISORY COUNCIL • • • • • • • • • • •

Co-Pastoral Leaders: Fr. Nathan Verallo & Fr. Shibu Pezhumthottathil Advisory Council Chair: Colin McClounan Principal: Darta Hovey Business Manager: Emily Hordern Staff Representative: Daniel Armitage Parent Representative: Chris Dwyer Parent Representative: Leah Waring GPA Representative: Kim Saunders Parent Representative: Angelo Pomponio Parent Representative: Glenn Mercer Catholic Education Sandhurst Rep: Leonie Irwin

PARENTS ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE • • • •

President: Margaret Anderson Vice President: AnnMaree Christian Secretary: Louine Robinson Treasurer: Kim Saunders

The Parents Association can be contacted via email: gpa@galen.vic.edu.au Members of the Advisory Council can be contacted via the office on 03 5721 6322 or email: principal@galen.vic.edu.au

TERM 4 - WEEK 1 •

Mon Oct 3 - Start of Term 4

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Mon Oct 3 & 4 - VCE trial exams

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Tues Oct 4 - VET Ag to Elmore Field Days

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Tues Oct 4 - Year 11 Outdoor Ed Rafting trip

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Tues Oct 4 - Yr 9 viewing of 'Black Balloon'

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Wed Oct 5 - Breakfast Club

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Thu Oct 6 - Italian Day

The best way to contact Galen staff members direct is by email. All staff have email addresses which follow the formula: firstname.surname@galen.vic.edu.au

Uniform Shop Tuesday: 9am - 5pm Thursday: 8am - 4pm Phone: 03 5723 8320 Email: galen@midford.com.au

Secondhand Uniform Shop

Open each Thursday during Term 8:30am - 4:30pm

Student Absences Phone: 5721 6322 Email: absences@galen.vic.edu.au College Street, Wangaratta PO Box 630 Wangaratta Vic 3676 Email: principal@galen.vic.edu.au Phone: 03 5721 6322 2

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Principal's Message Year 10 Formal This week has seen three evening events which have been significant successes. Firstly, the Year 10 Formal was a sensational evening.

Our students’ participation and behaviour on the evening was outstanding. One grandparent rang us after the event thanking us for running the evening and highlighted how ‘glamorous’ the students looked. Many thanks to all staff for your efforts in preparing our students, organising the event and supporting us with supervision of the evening.

Night of the Notables Once again, ‘Night of the Notables’ allowed our students to shine. The pride that families have seeing their children present to an audience is a great joy for myself. As always, there are students who step out of their comfort zone to present. This is a moment, I believe, many of them will not forget. Thanks again to all who supported our students.

Advisory Council This week we also had our Advisory Council meeting (previously Galen Board). Since the

changes that have come from our move to being an incorporated body within Catholic Education Sandhurst, the role of the Board has changed. The passion for our community shown by our parent members is critical in allowing us to be a strong community. The Advisory. Board has finished developing a 20 question survey which will be given out to families at the start of Term 4.

Leave I commence leave from Thursday 8th September until Wednesday 5th October. During this time, Jim Samon will be Acting Principal.

Darta Hovey Principal

View the Founders' Day 2022 video: https://youtu.be/ro_7siod6PM

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Galen Catholic College production of

Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin

Book by Heather Hach

Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture By arrangement with Hal Leonard Australia Pty Ltd, Exclusive agent for Music Theatre International (NY)

September 8 9 10 7.30pm 2022 th

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Matinee: Sat 10th 1.30pm TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre

In person or by phone (10am - 4pm Mon to Fri) 03 5722 8105 Or online: www.wpacc.com.au

VET Agriculture VET Agriculture students have been busy catching up on practical components of their course due to COVID restrictions; it is so good to be back out and about in the community and seeing the students develop and further their skills and confidence.

High risk units that the students have travelled to Wodonga Tafe the last two weeks to complete their ‘operate tractors and operate quad bikes’ units has been a great success with all students passing with ‘flying’ colours. Students are taken through the safety, operation and then practical components whilst their skills develop they are then tested with a trailer in tow. The students also battled the elements which to their credit did not faze them one bit, it certainly added to relevance of the safety and operation procedures.

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RU OK? Day at Galen Have a conversation using these 4 steps

How are you travelling?

1. Ask R U OK?

2. Listen with an open mind

I’m here to listen if you want to talk more.

3. Encourage action

Have you spoken to your doctor about this?

Just wanted to check in and see how you’re doing?

4. Check in

You don’t seem yourself lately – want to talk about it?

Have you been feeling this way for a while?

What do you think is a first step that would help you through this?

Have things improved for yo since we last sp u oke?

Friday September 9th is the National RUOK Day this year. On Wednesday 14th September the Galen Student Wellbeing Committee are aiming to raise awareness of suicide prevention, provide helpful resources and create fun activities with friends on the day.

Activities include: cupcakes for sale towards RUOK Day funds and live music from our Senior Band performers at recess.

At lunchtime: Walk in Solidarity followed by a free BBQ lunch and home made lemonade!

Resources will be sent to students over the week of RUOK Day for students to access if they need assistance or have friends going through tough times. There will also be a focus during extended homeroom on Wednesday 14th September.

Learn more at ruok.org.au

Galen Theatre Chair Donations

Galen Catholic College is excited to partner with the community and invite sponsorship towards our new Performing Arts Theatre chairs. Our new Performing Arts Centre will provide Galen Catholic College and the Wangaratta Community with a fantastic community theatre and performing space.

Sponsorship of the theatre chairs is being offered as a $200 donation. Donor names will be affixed to the theatre seats, or donations can be made anonymously. Donations can be made at: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/galen-theatre-chair-donations-2-tickets-398672800077 5

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A MESSAGE FROM YEAR 12 HUMAN JOURNEY

CLIMATE CHANGE PREVENTION SIMPLE STEPS WITH HUGE IMPACT

CONSERVE WATER. NOT USING IT? TURN IT OFF!

REDUCE YOUR WASTE. MAKE IT A HABIT TO RECYCLE TOO

SAVE AND MAXIMIZE ENERGY TURN OFF APPLIANCES IF NOT IN USE

WALK AND TRAVEL GREEN. LESS POLLUTION, MORE BENEFITS

STAND UP AND GET INVOLVED VOICE OUT YOUR CONCERNS 6

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Nu Fruit for Junior School students

Thank you to Nu Fruit who are kindly donating fruit on a weekly basis until the end of the year to Junior School students. Fruit will be available outside the Junior School Leadership office on a Tuesday’s at recess, so if you're a Junior School student make sure you come along for a healthy snack!

Fresh from the Market - Delivery 5 days a week - Direct to your door 03 5723 7200 www.nufruitonline.com.au Business name: Nu Fruit Years in operation: 49+ years (second generation family business) Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm Who’s who? Professional, friendly team with a combined total of over 190 years experience!

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What is your field of expertise? supplying the region with quality fresh produce to Supermarkets, Cafés, Restaurants & direct to the public.

Did you know? We supply direct to the public through Nu Fruit Online, offering FREE delivery to your doorstep from Wangaratta through Myrtleford on a daily basis.

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We guarantee.... The freshest quality produce at competitive prices and excellent customer service.

Supporting local business is important because....

You’re speaking to people who understand your needs, we can be more flexible and helpful when it comes to your satisfaction.

Parkour Park Temporary Closure

Parkour Park at Wangaratta’s Apex Park Regional Playspace is closed due to flooding. Ongoing rainfall and high river levels have caused inundation of the area and temporary fencing has been installed to restrict access to the parkour facilities. While Parkour Park was designed and constructed to withstand flooding, temporary fencing was required to stop people accessing the park and causing damage.

There are some areas of the fake grass which have lifted, these will be repaired, and the park reopened when weather permits. - Rural City of Wangaratta

Join ‘Captain Eleanore Cosplay’ for an introductory crash-course in a variety of cosplay techniques.

Take part in a discussion about all things Cosplay – techniques for creating your costume and props, where to buy materials, convention life, photoshoots, and anything else you would like to know.

Prop-building techniques will then be put into practice as you craft a blade (sword or dagger), giving you the chance to try out foam, thermoplastic, pleather, painting techniques and more. Bring a photo or printed image of a blade you would like to create. A template will also be available. Eleanore has been cosplaying for over 6 years, crafting for 10 years, and sewing for over 20 years. Over the years she’s cosplayed a range of characters and designs, particularly from Star Wars, Marvel, RWBY and other superhero series. She is drawn to cosplays that involve a lot of sewing, cool props and as little armour as possible! Eleanore's ethos is that no matter how much experience or skill you have, you can always learn more. *Participants must be aged 16 years and over, all materials provided, a light lunch is included Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cosplay-workshop-tickets-396902184117?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Youth Fest Tie Dye Workshop As part of the Youth Fest Recycling Workshop book yourself in for one of our tie dye sessions. Bring along socks, tees, pillow cases, PJs and give them a new lease on life! Colour the world happy!

The items you bring along must be: White or pale for the dye to be noticeable Linen or cotton And most importantly, pre washed (otherwise the dye won’t hold!) You must book in as there are limited spaces per session. This is for young people aged 12-25.

This program is a Victorian Government Initiative for Victorian Youth Fest 2022.

Tickets: https://bit.ly/3TrNtFA

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NESAY Gala Ball North-East Support Action Youth (NESAY) is very excited to host their fundraising event for 2022, the NESAY Gala Ball, to be held on Friday 18 November at Wangaratta Performing Arts & Convention Centre - Memorial Hall.

This year Sammy J, Australian musical comedian, satirist, writer and radio presenter, will MC the evening along with musical entertainment provided by local 8 piece band Sweet Buzz.

The aim of the NESAY Gala Ball is to have fun whilst raising money to fund programs at NESAY that support young people in our community. Included in your ticket is welcome drink & canapes on arrival, two course meal and Entertainment. Drinks can then be purchased at bar prices throughout the evening.

Tickets: https://www.wpacc.com.au/Whats-On/NESAY-Gala-Ball 9

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2022 Jazz & Blues Community Engagement Project TITLED: 'ONE MORE MILE'

Teachers, Community Group Leaders and Artists of all ages and abilities are all warmly invited to participate in a workshop to be held at: Yarrunga Primary School library White Street - Wangaratta When: Thursday 6th October commencing at 4.15 for approximately 1.5 hours, with light supper included Come along and discover how you and your school, class and community group can have fun and create themed artworks to display in Wangaratta shopfronts and office windows prior to this year’s Jazz and Blues Festival.

The fun activity planned is suitable for artists aged from 4 to 94 with all skill levels.

This free activity is a fun way for all to support the festival and share a love of music.

The workshop will be lead by experienced community art educator David Godkin.

Teachers PD certification will be available.

bookings with David Godkin godric2106@gmail.com or 0439040868

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WANGARATTA CITY COLTS

JUNIOR MUSTER DAY

City Colts are looking for new and existing players to join our under 12's, 14's and 16's teams. Come down and be apart of our family friendly cricket club!

For more information, please contact our Junior Coordinator, Bec Feldtmann on the number below.

*BBQ PROVIDED* SATURDAY, 3 SEPT 10AM TO 11:30AM Bec Feldtmann - 0418 640 152 Barr Reserve, Park Lane Entrance @CITYCOLTSCC @CITY COLTS CRICKET CLUB

Come and Try Session Friday 30th September 4:45pm Warm up

5pm Start Bill Eaton Reserve, Appin Street Wangaratta Little Athletics promotes that it is important to “Be your Best” ®.

The emphasis is on fun, participation, performance, technique and getting involved with your family in physical and healthy activity.

The 2022/23 season is starting Friday 14th October.

Welcome pack for all registrations received by 14/10/2022.

Have fun and burn some energy in a safe and inclusive environment with Wangaratta Little Athletics What is the Trial Athlete Offer?

The Trial Athlete Offer is available to children: that have not previously registered as Competitive Members of any Little Athletics Member Association; and who are 5 years of age or older, and who are 16 years of age or younger at the end of the calendar year in which the summer season commences.

Returning members: you will be sent a renewal email once your Centre has opened their registrations. Existing and returning members are asked to not complete this expression of interest.

Visit our Facebook page or contact Hannah 0422 071 803

wangaratta@lavic.com.au

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Australia Day Awards 2023 Nomination Form The Rural City of Wangaratta's Australia Day Awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of individuals and community groups in our region.

IMPORTANT: This form should be completed after reading the 2023 Australia Day Awards Nomination Criteria on page 3 and 4.

Nomination for (please tick one)

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Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Event/ P roj ect of the Year

Details of nominated person / event (required) Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Community Project or Event (if applicable): ____________________________________________________________ Organisation (if applicable): _________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________ Mobile: _____________________________________________ Date of birth: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Australian Citizen:

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Is the nominee aware of this nomination?

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Your details (required) Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________ Mobile: _____________________________________________ How do you know the nominee? _____________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________

How did you hear about the Australia Day Awards?

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Newspaper

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Correspondence f rom Council

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Social Media

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Word of Mouth

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Other (please state below)

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Why are you nominating this person / event? (min. of 100 words – max of 500 words)

TIP: The information provided above is how your nomination will be judged. Examples of what the selection panel will be looking for can be found in the Eligibility Criteria section of the application form.

Any supporting documentation, such as photos, news paper clippings or exerts, can be attached to this form.

Referee (required) Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: __________________________________ Mobile: _____________________________________________

Submitting your nomination (required) Nominations close by 4pm, Friday 4 November 2022. Please return completed f orm and supporting documentation to Council: Mail or hand deliver: Att: Australia Day Awards Rural City of Wangaratta 62 - 68 Ovens Street WANGARATTA VIC 3678

Email: council@wangaratta.vic.gov.au RE: Australia Day Awards

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Australia Day Awards 2023 Nomination Criteria The Rural City of Wangaratta’s Australia Day Awards celebrate the achievements and contributions of individuals and community organisations or groups in our region. These prestigious awards are one of the highest honours a Council can bestow to publicly acknowledge local heroes, whose dedication and contributions may otherwise go unnoticed.

This inf ormation is to aid in the completion of the Rural City of Wangaratta’s 2022 Nomination form.

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Categories Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Community Event/Project of the Year

Citizen of the Year

Young Citizen of the Year

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible f or the Citizen of the Year Award, nominees must:

To be eligible f or the Young Citizen of the Year Award, nominees must:

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Be an Australian Citizen; Be a resident of the Rural City of Wangaratta area (when nominations close); Be 25 years of age or older on 1st January of the year the award is given; Not have received the same award previously; Not be a current sitting Councillor, nor have been in the past two years; Not to be nominated by a member of the selection panel; and All applications must have a supporting ref eree.

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Be an Australian Citizen; Be a resident of the Rural City of Wangaratta area (when nominations close); Be 25 years of age or younger on 1st January of the year the award is given; Not have received the same award previously; Not be a current sitting Councillor, nor have been in the past two years; Not to be nominated by a member of the selection panel; and All applications must have a supporting ref eree.

Selection Criteria

Selection Criteria

When considering nominations f or this award, the selection panel shall have regard to the f ollowing criteria:

When considering nominations f or this award, the selection panel shall have regard to the f ollowing criteria:

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Has made an outstanding contribution to the community; Has been an inspiration / role model to the community; Has shown achievements in community activities, academic, sporting, personal, cultural, environmental and/ or social responsibility; and Has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the welf are and wellbeing of the community, which has benef its to others.

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Has made an outstanding contribution to the community; Has been an inspiration / role model to the community; Has shown achievements in community activities, academic, sporting, personal, cultural, environmental and/ or social responsibility; and Has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing the welf are and wellbeing of the community, which has benef its to others.

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Community Event / Project of the Year Eligibility Criteria

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Please provide all required information on the nomination form.

Failure to provide complete information may result in the nomination not being considered.

To be eligible f or the Community Event of the Year, the event must: •

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Be a not-f or-prof it event that provides opportunities f or the community to participate and contribute to social, economic and cultural lif e.

Bring recognition and credit to the community through a cultural, environmental or sporting achievement within the Rural City of Wangaratta.

Have been completed (or the completion of a stage), or held in the year immediately bef ore the award is given; Not have received the award previously; and Have a supporting ref eree

Selection Criteria When considering nominations f or this award, the selection panel shall have regard to the f ollowing criteria in no particular order: • • •

The events service and benef it to the community The events signif icant involvement of volunteers and empowerment of the community f or successf ul delivery; and The events ref lection on the community values and contribution to the diversity of the community.

Selection Process Following the close of nominations, the Australia Day Awards Selection Panel will score nominations based on the Selection Criteria.

In the event that no nomination or no suitable nominations are received in any of the categories, the Australia Day Awards Selection Panel reserves the right to grant the award to a group, event or citizen of its choice. This would be selected f rom the unsuccessf ul nomination f inalists f rom the previous three years. In the result of a tied vote, the Mayor will have the f inal decision.

The decision of the Australia Day Awards Selection Panel is f inal, and no additional correspondence will be entered in to.

Award Ceremony Award recipients are announced on Australia Day at the Wangaratta Australia Day Event.

All nominees and nominators will be invited to attend the award announcements at Wangaratta’s Australia Day ceremony on 26 January 2023.

How to complete your nomination

Further Information

Nominations must be submitted on the of f icial Rural City of Wangaratta Australia Day Awards 2023 Nomination Form (Nomination Form pages 1 and 2)

Please contact the Events Team, 03 5722 0888 or email events@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

The answer to the question, ‘Why are you nominating this person / project / event?” requires a minimum of 100 words and maximum of 500 words. Include as much detail as you can as this f orms the majority of the material to be assessed by the judging panel.

Additional details can be included in a separate document along with details / copies of any other awards or supporting documents (i.e. photos, newspaper or magazine articles about the Nominee and their achievements).