T (07) 3394 9999 Absentee Line (07) 3394 9964 E email@loreto.qld.edu.au W www.loreto.qld.edu.au PO Box 1726 Coorparoo DC Qld 4151
Volume 28 - 8 September, 2015 Dear Parents & Students Over the past weeks, we see in the media almost every day heart-breaking images of refugees fleeing from hunger, from war, from persecution, in search of security and a dignified life. We pray today for the thousands of refugees who are undertaking the dangerous voyage across the Mediterranean Sea, for those who have perished attempting to reach European shores and for those who are coming to the aid of the refugees. I offer these two prayers. Sheltering God, You were born in flight, Your parents anxious and given no rest. The manner of Your birth calls me to open-heartedness and sensitivity to the strangers in our midst. Help me not to flee Your challenge. The violence of the present time teaches me fear of the stranger, reluctance to reach out to those who are different. Grace me this day as I seek to see You in the faces of those uprooted, weary, as they seek refuge and peace. Amen.
GENTILE DA FABRIANO “Rest during the Flight into Egypt�
Mary knew the weariness of the journey; to Bethlehem, to Egypt back to Nazareth. She knew the weariness, the fear, the longing for home, the need to continue moving, moving, the longing for journey's end, the longing for at least a semblance of a home.
for peace, for some security, for something like a home. May they find their journey's end as we open ourselves to their stories, their need, their spirits. We ask for mercy for all migrants and for our communities who are challenged to welcome them, to give them hope for a new life.
To Mary we entrust the mothers, the fathers, the children who today are holy families migrating in hope, in fear, in longing,
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Year 12 QCS Test
Congratulations to our Year 12 girls for their positive and united approach to the QCS Test which was conducted last Tuesday and Wednesday. The way they confidently embraced this challenge is a credit also to the staff who worked so hard to prepare them throughout the year. It is critical now that the girls maintain their focus and commitment during this next exam block and throughout Term 4. The attitude and actions of each girl can contribute to a strong finish for the whole group. R U OK? Day R U OK? Day is organised by The R U OK? Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to encouraging all people to regularly and meaningfully ask family and friends 'are you ok?'. Nationally, R U OK? Day will be marked on Thursday 10 September, but at Loreto our Year 11 Peer Mentors and counselling staff are organizing the event on Wednesday 9 September. Over the past week, the girls have been given daily tips on what to say and do to support each other effectively and there will be a variety of events on Wednesday to emphasize the importance of caring for each individual in our community. For more information visit www.ruokday.com P & F Father’s Day Breakfast Thank you to the P & F Association for their organization of the annual Father’s Day Breakfast. It has become a fixture on our calendar and is always a happy and well-attended event. At this time of year, it is timely to acknowledge the P & F Association for all the work they do: welcoming new families, providing opportunities for parents to socialize, sponsoring parent information events and raising funds to enhance facilities for the students. Thank you to the out-going executive, particularly David Causer (President) and Bernadette Kreutzer (Vice-President) who are finishing their terms on the Committee. Congratulations to the newly elected executive for 2016: President Garry West, Vice-Presidents – John Daly and Maureen Robb, Secretary – Carolyn Stanmore, and Treasurer – Shaun Cochran. Can I remind parents about a new app, funded by the Federal government, to assist busy parents be more engaged in their children’s schooling. It has useful information about homework, report cards, stress management etc. The free ‘Learning Potential’ app is now available to download on iPhone or android devices. http://www.learningpotential.gov.au/ CONGRATULATIONS
To Erin Joyce (Year 7) who played with the Brisbane City Cobras Touch Football team in the Junior State Championships in Toowoomba recently. Her team made it through to the semi-finals, drew the match at full time and was defeated in an exciting drop off. Well done, Erin!
To Francis Wong (Year 11) who was part of the Loreto Volleyball Team at the Senior Schools Cup in Toowoomba. From this competition, she has been identified as an “Athlete of Interest” by Volleyball Australia and the Queensland Academy of Sport and invited to join the Queensland Elite Development Program. Congratulations, Francis!
CONDOLENCES
To Ellie Georgas (Year 9) whose grandfather, Minas Georgas, died last week. May he rest eternally in God’s loving peace. Amen.
To Kelly White (Year 9) whose grandfather, Vincent Duffus, passed away aged 91 years. We pray for his eternal rest in the loving care of God. Amen
Yours sincerely
Helen Carty Acting Principal
Year 12 Formal 2016 - Change of Date Next year, the Year 12 Formal will be held on the night of Wednesday 22 June, in the last week of Term 2. Due to renovations at the Hilton Hotel, we have had to move the date of our booking this year, so we wanted to give parents and students advance warning of this change. If you have any enquiries, please contact the school. Annie Diamond - Acting Deputy Principal – Pastoral Care
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Tuesday 8 September
Parent Sport Support Meeting - 7.00pm (Room 602 - Gonzaga Barry Building)
Wednesday 9 September
CaSSSA Tri 3 Sport - Round 2
Junior Debating - Round 3
Parents’ Music Support Group Meeting - 7.30pm (Cruci)
Thursday 10 September
Year 11 and 12 Exams
Friday 11 September
Year 11 and 12 Exams
Sunday 13 September
LPPA Spring Luncheon
Monday 14 September
Year 7 - 12 Exam Block
Tuesday 15 September
Year 7 - 12 Exam Block
Wednesday 16 September
Year 9 - 12 Exams
CaSSSA Tri 3 Sport - Round 3
Thursday 17 September
Date Claimers - Term 4
Year 11 and 12 Exams
Friday 18 September
Year 12 Exams
Year 11 WT Practice
SRC Fundraising Day (Period 3 onwards)
End of Term 3 (School will finish at 3.20pm)
What:
Live & Wired Musical Festival
When:
Sunday 18 October
More details to follow in upcoming newsletters!
Monday 5 October - Labour Day Holiday Tuesday 6 October - Term 4 commences
What:
Year 10 Parents Evening by the Pool
When:
Friday 6 November - 7.00pm
Where:
The Martini Room, The Story Bridge Hotel
End the year with fun and frivolity. Details of the evening are being finalised. Watch this space for further information.
Wednesday 7 October
What:
Year 8 End of Year Celebration
Year 11 Leadership Day
When:
Saturday 7 November - 7.00pm
Year 10 Camp
Details to come! Get in early & put this in your diaries.
CaSSSA Tri 3 Sport - Round 4
What:
Year 9 Mothers Social Event
When:
Friday 13 November - 7.00pm California Native (opposite the school)
Thursday 8 October
Year 11 Leadership Day
Where:
Year 10 Camp
How much: $45pp (set menu)
Music Extension Recital
Year 8 History Incursion
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Brisbane Writers Festival Last Friday 49 Year 9 students took advantage of the opportunity to visit the Brisbane Writers’ Festival. They were inspired by the flamboyant fantasy writers Holly Black and Cassandra Clare who spoke about collaboration, the writing process, generating ideas and editing. They attended a thoroughly engaging session with the enigmatic Elizabeth Farelly, a Sydney-based newspaper columnist who authored the well-received, ‘caro was here’. Additionally, they learned about life in Broome, the importance of perseverance and the power of self-belief from graphic novelist, Brenden McKenna, who is credited with being the first-published indigenous author in this genre. Students Mackenzie Affleck, Grace Marshall, Clare Delosa and Teagan Lindsay were a credit to the College when they had the chance to take to the microphone and introduce the authors to the gathered audience. They did this with eloquence and poise. It was a fabulous excursion. Mrs Bronwyn Platz2
Performing Arts Paper Moon theatre production – tickets available now via the college website. Our production will run over three nights, 22, 23 and 24 October at 7pm in the Drama Studio room 411. If you would like to purchase a ticket for $15 please follow the link on the college website. Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly, so jump online today! Into the Woods Excursion for Senior Music Due to the fact that this production is only running during the school holidays, we understand that some Senior Students may be unavailable to attend on Saturday 3 October. If you study Year 11 or Year 12 Senior Music and are unable to attend this show, please contact your Music teacher urgently so that other arrangements can be made. James Morrison Visits Villanova Don’t miss the amazing James Morrison performing at Villanova College next Tuesday 15 September. Tickets available through http://www.vnc.qld.edu.au Lissa Gyte - Curriculum Leader Performing Arts
Music News Rehearsals During Exam Block To allow students to focus on their exams during the upcoming exam block, a number of ensemble rehearsals will be cancelled in the final two weeks of Term Three. Other rehearsals will run as normal but with senior students excused. Could all parents and music students please take careful note of the modified Rehearsal Schedule attached to this newsletter as it is still important that students do attend those rehearsals that are running. Ensemble Auditions It is now time to sign up for auditions for next year’s Music Ensembles. All students who wish to participate in an ensemble next year must sign up for an audition by this Friday 11 September using the online form that can be accessed via the link on the school notices. It is important that you complete this form in the presence of your parents as there are some “commitment” questions that they must read and answer. While the Auditions themselves will not be held until Sunday 25 October, It is important you sign up now so that we can organise and publish an audition schedule in advance of that day. End-Of-Year Concerts – NEW CONCERT DATES
For the first time in 2015, we split the Autumn Concert Series into three concerts and feedback from parents and students was generally very positive as this change allowed us to: 1) start each concert later; 2) make each event shorter and; 3) finish concerts nice and early (one finished by 7:30 pm). We intend to do this again at the end of year and therefore need to add a third concert date – Tuesday 20 October. It is my hope that this does not mean parents and students need to attend all three Loreto events – we have chosen the performing groups for each concert as carefully as possible to avoid this – however, if your daughter plays multiple instruments it may be impossible to manage. The end-of-year concert dates are as follows: Sunday 18 October 3pm - 7pm (Live & Wired Music Festival) Performing ensembles: Sorelle, Big Band, Exit Stage Left, Improvised Jazz Ensemble. Tuesday 20 October 6:30pm - 8pm (NEW CONCERT DATE) Performing ensembles: Senior Choir, Junior Choir, Senior Chorale, Junior Chorale, Guitar Ensemble One, Guitar Ensemble Two, String Ensemble, Chamber Strings, Beginner String Ensemble.
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Friday 30 October 6:30pm-8:30pm (Music Night) Performing ensembles: Concert Bands 1 & 2, Flute Ensembles 1 & 2, Clarinet Ensembles 1 & 2, Saxophone Ensemble, Percussion Ensembles 1 & 2.
Symphony Orchestra Concert As the combined Symphony performed at a Loreto Concert earlier in the year, in Semester Two we will play at a Villanova concert. The date for this performance will be Tuesday 27 October. More details will be advised as they are available, but please put this into your diary. While we always encourage students to demonstrate correct concert etiquette and stay for the full concert at which they perform, on this occasion we will negotiate for our girls to leave early if they need. We understand that this is an extra date above and beyond their regular Loreto commitments. Again, more details on organisation to follow. Music Support Group The next meeting for the Parents’ Music Support Group is Wednesday 9 September. All parents are invited to attend. At this meeting we will be finalising our major fundraiser at the end of the year – the Mega Raffle. (Our remaining meetings this year are 9 - September, 14 - October and 11 - November). Prize Donations Thank you to those families who have donated some fantastic prizes for the Mega-Raffle in the last few weeks. We could still use a few more smaller items to put into hampers but the raffle already looks like being well worth winning this year!! Watch out for ticket information at the very start of next term so you don’t miss out on your chance to win. If anyone has a small item they could donate, or have a connection with a local business that might be willing to donate to the school, please contact the Music Department (3394 9915 music@loreto.qld.edu.au) as soon as possible! Ben Langford - Music Director
Year 12 Mother/Daughter Breakfast A reminder that the breakfast is on Sunday, 11 October from 9am – 11.30am at The Landing at Dockside. Tickets are now available on trybooking, go to http://www.trybooking.com/FRHP to enter all your details and make a payment. Please organise tables of 10 (5 mothers and 5 daughters, with one person as Table Captain for ease of booking) or we can find you a place. For all enquiries, please contact Julie Garrett (0414 712 007) or Joanne Effeney (0409 654 588). See the flyer at the end of this newsletter. Annie Diamond - Acting Deputy Princial - Pastoral Care
Tour of Hope I have been overwhelmed by the interest that both girls and staff alike have expressed in my quest to ride the Tour of Hope in the next school holidays. So, here is an update. On Saturday I met up with my fellow cyclists (amongst whom was another female!!!) and we did our LONG training ride. We set off from Brisbane at 5:30 am and returned at 3:30pm. We covered 200 kilometres. That’s right, 200kms. Brisbane – Ipswich – Rosedale – Kalbar – Boonah – Ipswich – Brisbane. I have to say I loved every minute. I had done the physical preparation and was mentally ready for a big day out… and fortunately there were no great ranges to cross. However, there will be during the Tour. Many girls have expressed interest in donating to the Tour of Hope, because we are building a maternity unit for a small town in Uganda. If you would like to contribute and keep me inspired to pedal throughout the next month, follow this link: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/105287/bronwyn-platz Bronwyn Platz - Teacher
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Ensemble Rehearsals during Exams Could all music students please check the following list carefully so that you know which rehearsals are cancelled due to exams. Please be aware that all students are expected to attend all listed rehearsals, unless otherwise indicated.
M o n d a y T u e s d a y
W e d n e s d a y
T h u r s d a y
F r I d a y
Ensemble
Week 9
Week 10
Percussion Ensemble One
(Sep 7 – 11) Normal Rehearsal
(Sep 14 – 18) No rehearsal (Exams)
Concert Band Two
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Orchestra
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Flute Ensemble One
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Guitar Ensemble Two
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Saxophone Ensemble
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Sorelle
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Improvised Jazz Ensemble
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Senior Choir
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Flute Ensemble Two
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Clarinet Ensemble Two
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
String Ensemble
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams) No rehearsal (Exams)
Percussion Ensemble Two
Normal Rehearsal
Chamber Strings
No rehearsal (Exams)
No rehearsal (Exams)
Clarinet Ensemble One
Normal Rehearsal
Normal Rehearsal
Exit Stage Left
(11/12 excused - Exams) No rehearsal (Exams)
(11/12 excused - Exams) No rehearsal (Exams)
Chorale
No rehearsal (Exams)
No rehearsal (Exams)
Beginner Strings
Normal Rehearsal
No rehearsal (Exams)
Concert Band One
Normal Rehearsal
Normal Rehearsal
(11/12 excused - Exams)
(11/12 excused if still sitting exams)
Junior Choir
Normal Rehearsal
Normal Rehearsal
Guitar Ensemble One
Normal Rehearsal
Normal Rehearsal
(11/12 excused - Exams)
(11/12 excused if still sitting exams)
No rehearsal (Exams)
Normal Rehearsal
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Sports Department CaSSSA Basketball Draw Draw Round 2 - 9 September TEAM
OPPOSITION
VENUE
TRANSPORT
Open A
Stuartholme
Loreto - MWC
Nil
Open B
Brigidine
Weedon Street, Mansfield
Bus
Intermediate A
Brigidine
Weedon Street, Mansfield
Bus
Intermediate B
Stuartholme
Loreto – Outside Court
Nil
Intermediate C
Stuartholme
Stuartholme, Toowong
Bus
Junior A
Mt.Alvernia
Mt.Alvernia
Bus
Junior B
Brigidine
Brigidine, Indooroopilly
Bus
All students are to get changed into their basketball uniform at lunch. If parents intend to collect their daughter from an outside venue, please supply a permission note to Ms Wood no later than morning tea on Wednesday 2 September. Nyree Wood - Basketball Coordinator Results Round 1 - 2 September TEAM
WINNER
LOSER
SCORE
Open A
All Hallows’
Loreto
36-29
Open B
Loreto
All Hallows’
16-14
Intermediate A
All Hallows’
Loreto
25-17
Intermediate B
All Hallows’
Loreto
30-26
Intermediate C
All Hallows’
Loreto
34-8
Junior A
All Hallows’
Loreto
57-9
Junior B
All Hallows’
Loreto
22-8
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CaSSSA Junior Netball Draw: Round 2 - 9 September IMORTANT REMINDER: All girls MUST have a note by Wednesday morning (by 10.45am) at the Sports office, if they are being picked up at the venue. Team/Opponent
Location
Court
JUNIOR A (1) V San Sisto College Yr 8A Coach: Sam Firrell
AWAY: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR AWAY: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR AWAY: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR HOME: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR AWAY: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR AWAY: DOWNEY PARK WINDSOR HOME: FAULKNER PARK GRACEVILLE HOME: FAULKNER PARK GRACEVILLE HOME: FAULKNER PARK GRACEVILLE HOME: FAULKNER PARK GRACEVILLE AWAY: FAULKNER PARK GRACEVILLE
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JUNIOR A (2) V St Rita’s College Yr 7A Coach: Emily Smallhorn JUNIOR B (1) V Loreto (2) Yr 7B1 Coach: Hannah Fowler JUNIOR B (2) V Loreto (1) Yr 7 B2 Coach: Amber Schmidt JUNIOR C (1) V Mt St Michael’s Yr 8B Coach: Stephanie Esprester JUNIOR D V San Sisto College Yr 8C Coach: Kate Lunney JUNIOR F (1) V Lourdes Hill (1) Yr 8D (1) Coach: Meg Roberts JUNIOR F (2) V Mt Alvernia Yr 7 C Coach: Olivia Mastry JUNIOR G (1 )V Mt St Michael’s Yr 8D (2) Coach: Christina Carswell
JUNIOR G (2) V Lourdes Hill College (1) Yr 7D Coach: Melissa Roberts Junior H (1) V Brigidine Yr 7E Coach: Siobhan Setch and Lauren Hocking
4 8 8
10 13 1 3 5 6 11
Junior Netball Results Round 1 - 2 September WINNER
LOSER
SCORE
Junior A 1
Loreto
Mt St Michael’s
22 - 9
Junior A 2
Loreto
San Sisto College
21 - 18
Junior B 1
St Rita’s
Loreto
29 - 8
Junior B 2
Our Lady’s College
Loreto
13 - 11
Junior C
Loreto
Mary Mackillop
34 - 7
Junior D
St Rita’s College
Loreto
31 - 9
Junior F 1
Loreto
St Rita’s
19 - 9
Junior F 2
Loreto
Mt St Michael’s
15 -4
Junior G1
Loreto
Lourdes Hill (1)
25 - 4
Junior G2
Loreto
Lourdes Hill (2)
9-6
Junior H
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WATER POLO SEASON Thank you to all the girls who attended the trials at Clem Jones Centre on Sunday 6 September. It was a successful afternoon with over 130 girls trialled to play for the season. All girls will be contacted via email in regards to the team selection and training times. METROPOLITAN EAST ATHLETICS
Congratulations to the following girls who represented Metropolitan East Track and Field Championships last Thursday and Friday at the QEII stadium at Nathan. Morgan O’Neil 9 Gold Helena Beiers 10 Gold Alexandra Hall 10 Blue Charlotte Grigson 11 Gold Ciera Stafford 11 Red
Meg Stevens - Director of Sport
CaSSSA Touch Football
Draw: Round 2 - 9 September TEAM
Venues/ field
Opponent
Open A
VILLA FIELDS 1
MTA
Open C
VILLA FIELDS 6
MMK
Intermediate A
SHAW ROAD
H6
SRC
Intermediate B
SHAW ROAD
H7
MTA
Intermediate C
SHAW ROAD
R4
LHC
Intermediate D
SHAW ROAD
R5
SJF
Girls are reminded that as they are travelling away from Loreto, they are to change into their playing uniform at lunchtime and report to the MWC at 3.00pm when the sports bell rings. If parents intend to collect their daughter from the venue, a note must be given to Miss Taylor by morning tea on match day. The bus cannot wait at the venue if you are late, so if you are not there when the game concludes, your daughter will return to the College on the team bus. All buses aim to return to Loreto between 5.30 - 5.45pm, traffic dependent! Spectators are most welcome; we’d love to see you there! If you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to contact me. Isabel Taylor - Touch Football Coordinator Results: Round 1 A very encouraging first round of games. Well done! TEAM
Venues/ field
Opponent
Results
Open A
Villa Fields
1
LHC
Win 17 – 0
Open C
Villa Fields
7
MTA
Loss 0 – 4
Intermediate A
Shaw Road
H6
LHC
Loss 1 – 15
Intermediate B
Shaw Road
H7
SSC
Win 7 – 2
Intermediate C
Shaw Road
R4
MMK
Loss 1 – 7
Intermediate D
Shaw Road
R5
MSM
Win 3 – 1
Meeting for Loreto Sports Support Group The next Parent Sport Support Group meeting will be held tonight, 8 September at 7.00pm in Room 602, ground floor of the Gonzaga Barry building. All parents are most welcome to attend. We look forward to seeing you there.
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Flexischools Tuckshop Cards STUDENTS please be advised that as from next term no ID card means no purchases at the tuckshop. It is very time consuming and inconvenient to Mrs Bongaarts, IT Department and the Tuckshop to have to seek and enter card numbers. There will be no exceptions. Alison McEneny - Tuckshop Convenor
Tuckshop Roster
Library Roster
Monday 14 September - Friday 18 September Monday 14 September: Louise Rendon, Gigi Sagner, u Trish Sim, Karen Hartley Tuesday 15 September: Paula Freedman, Judith Beganovic, Dana Rooney, Kathy Kwan Wednesday 16 September: Jill O’Mara, Alex Sellars, Justine Kelley, Melanie Quinn Thursday 17 September: Lisa Stone, Vicki Postle, Michelle Fitzgerald, Nicole Stanfield Friday 18 September: Clare Thomas, Josie Mellick, Donna Orazkio, Anne-Marie Paroz
Monday 14 September - Friday 18 September Monday 14 September: Debbie McWilliam, Kerri Fletcher Tuesday 15 September: Sharon McCulloch, Julie Prideaux, Natalie Paramonov Wednesday 16 September: Simone Vasiliou, Jo-Anne O’Dwyer, Suzanne Spencer Thursday 17 September: Maria Bozikis, Lisa Collins
Tuckshop Special - $4.00
Friday 18 September:
Monday 14 September: Ham, cheese & pineapple pizza Tuesday 15 September: Chicken & cheese burgers or vegetable burgers with cheese Wednesday 15 September: Tortellini with bolognaise sauce Thursday 16 September: Spinach & Ricotta cannelloni with creamy/tomato sauce Friday 18 September: School Fundraiser
Darshinie Buddhadasa, Rachel Jame, Maryanne Costi
Expressions of Interest - Father/Daughter Fishing Weekend - 23 October Leeanne and Belinda, Year 8 Parent Reps are seeking Expressions of Interest for the Inaugural Father / Daughter Fishing weekend on 23 October. Numbers are limited to the first 35 families. Details as follows. Venue/Location:
Maroon Dam, Camp Lake Fire http://www.camplakefire.com.au
Activities include:
Fishing, canoeing/kayaking, abseiling / rock climbing, milk crate climbing and archery.
Please confirm your interest via: leeanne@ralphwoods.com.au Mob: 0411331878 or bwright3@kpmg.com.au Cost $215.00. Payment not required until October. More details will follow when we have an idea of initial interest of parents interested in attending this weekend. We look forward to hearing from you. 16 September to secure your spot!
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Meet the new Executive The Executive has a new look following the Annual General Meeting last Tuesday. Joining for the first time are John Daly, who replaced Bernadette Kreutzer as a Vice President, and Carolyn Stanmore, who replaced Garry West as Secretary. Garry was elected President to replace David Causer who left the Executive as his daughter is in her final year of school. The remainder of the Executive remained unchanged with Maureen Robb as the other Vice President and Shaun Cochran as Treasurer. Acting Principal Helen Carty thanked David and his colleagues, noting the significant steps taken during his presidency, and welcomed the new Executive. Their contact details can be found on the website at the location below. http://www.loreto.qld.edu.au/community/parents-and-friends/
View from the Top As outgoing President, David told the meeting of the achievements of the last year including:
a range of events organised by the P&F and music and sports support groups
donations toward the Performing Arts program and Mary Ward Centre audio-visual upgrade, and
initiatives such as the volunteer register, Facebook page, information evenings and Parent Forum.
He also paid tribute to the many parents, students and others, including Member for Greenslopes Joe Kelly, who volunteered their time or otherwise supported the P&F and ensured 2015 was the success it was. Breakfast with Dads Dads were honoured with a breakfast at the Mary Ward Centre last Friday to celebrate Father’s Day. Thanks to everyone involved in making the 5th Father’s Day breakfast such a success including Tuckshop Convenor Alison McEneny, other College staff and the mums who sold tickets in the prize draw and prepared food. Among the Dads who attended with their daughters was Chris O’Shea, father of Year 12 students, who won the Village Roadshow theme park passes donated by Member for Greenslopes Joe Kelly. The P&F has decided to donate $2 of each $5 per family entry fee to research into prostate cancer, with the balance available for funding future initiatives. Garry West - P&F President
Mt Carmel Parish - menALIVE Weekend - Our Lady of Mt Carmel Parish at Coorparoo is hosting a menALIVE weekend on 12 & 13 September 2015. Like thousands of other Catholic men who have already been on menALIVE weekends, you will be inspired and encouraged to renew your faith and rediscover God’s purpose in your life. Experience leaders from menALIVE will be running the weekend. For more details please go to www.menalive.org.au or contact one of the following:
Paul Asnicar 0409 341 475 paul.asnicar@gmail.com Paul Mulligan 0439 784 604 psmulligan@gmail.com Brian Dooley 0412 088 773 bdooley3@bigpond.com Fundraising Dinner for Room to Read Remember to book your place for this fundraising dinner. There are lots of great prizes which are listed on Room to Read Facebook page. (eg. professional make up, driving lessons from Roadworks, restaurant vouchers, High Tea and many more!
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DINNER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO REPAIR SCHOOLS IN NEPAL Inspiring speakers about Nepal
6.30pm 19th September Loreto College, Coorparoo $50 for a Nepalese meal music + prizes
Book Here
Free Dress Day
Share a table with your friends, listen to some great music, buy some food and play the many games.
Whole school movie event
ONLY $2 for free dress and movie!
FRIDAY 18 SEPTEMBER SRC ‘BIG DAY IN’ The once a year, whole school fundraiser for: BestLife - a local charity who organises sleepovers for children– giving these children a night away with friends that often they don’t have a chance to do. Your money will specifically pay for carers and medical personnel to attend the sleepover and help the children have a wonderful sleepover. Micah - an organisation that helps the homeless of Brisbane. Your money will help clothe, provide food and sleeping items for the less fortunate in our community.
Sausage sizzle for lunch only $2
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Year 7 Parent Social Event
Year 7 Mother Daughter High Tea Come along and enjoy a delightful High Tea with your daughter and other Mothers. We look forward to seeing you there. Where: Victoria Park Golf Club When: Sunday 25 October 9.30am for 10.am finishes at 1pm Cost: $51 per adult includes a glass of sparkling on arrival $42 per child
RSVP & Payment: Monday, 12 October Trybooking link for RSVP/Payment:
http://www.trybooking.com/IYGR Email any queries to: Maggie Dwyer: mandmdwyer@optusnet.com.au
Healthy Kids Camp Free Information Evening 19 Sept (details below)
SATURDAY, 9 JANUARY TO SATURDAY, 16 JANUARY 2016 Camp is open to students in Year 7 to Year 9, Boys and Girls* *Note: Our 2016 camp will be open to current Year 6 to Year 9 students
Venue: Sports Super Centre, Runaway Bay Does your child suffer from negative self-image due to their perception they are of a greater weight than their peers? Is your child a victim of bullying or teasing because of their weight or size? Are you concerned about your daughter or son’s inactivity and poor food choices? For a free detailed information pack or to find out more about how involving your child in the next Healthy Kids Camp can provide them with the tools necessary to deal with, manage and overcome their weight problems, email: heath@weightmanagementpsychology.com.au
all meals included first class accommodation DELIVERED BY HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS SPORTS, EXERCISE & POOL GAMES HEALTHY COOKING CLASSES WORKSHOPS
nutrition lessons group walks TEAM BUILDING GAMES TRIVIA NIGHT & MOVIE NIGHT TALENT SHOW & NIGHT LASER SKIRMISH POST CAMP SUPPORT
Healthy Kids Camp Free Information Evening Time: from 5:00pm Saturday 19th September 2015 (Approx. 30-45min). Location: Lv 4, 417, Dakota (South), 88 Macquarie St Teneriffe QLD 4005 (Brisbane, Queensland)
Early Bird Special available till 30 September
www.weightmanagementpsychology.com.au/healthykidscamps BOOK NOW: https://www.registernow.com.au/secure/Register.aspx?E=17739
LORETO COLLEGE DRAMA PRESENTS
BY VICTORIA CARLESS 22, 23, 24 October 2015 • Tickets available www.loreto.qld.edu.au
Year 9 Mothers Social Event Term 4 Date claimer
We are getting in early to be sure as many mum’s can plan to attend a well deserved night out with friends, enjoying the culinary delights of mexican cuisine. When: Friday, 13 November. 7pm Where: California Native (opposite the school) How much: $45pp (set menu) Details about the menu and online booking details to come next term. Enjoy the school holidays! Dion and Roxanne.