Newsletter
Edition 21, December 21st 2017
Merry Christmas and a happy new year from Saint Ignatius College Geelong! Isaiah 7:14: “Behold a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and his name shall be called Emmanuel”. Matthew 1:23: Emmanuel, “God with us.” May the joy and peace of Christmas be with you always.
From the Principal Welcome! Coming Events December 2017 Fri 22nd College Office Closes
January 2018 Wed 3rd Year 7 for 2019 Scholarship Applications Open Online Mon 22nd College Office Opens Thurs 25th Book Collection Day
February 2018 Thurs 1st All Students Commence A more detailed calendar is on the last page.
Congratulations to Year 12 students! A focus of our school improvement drive is to strengthen the academic performance of all students. We want all of our students to achieve their potential.
Some noteworthy achievements are as follows. Dux of the 2017 Class was Darbi Moody with an impressive Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 97.5 pictured below.
One of the key indicators of our progress that we carefully monitor is the VCE results. This year’s results were released on Friday and again were cause for celebration. I am delighted to report that the median score is higher than last year’s and again above the state average. I congratulate all of our students who applied themselves to their studies and have produced results commensurate with their abilities. Many of our students achieved outstanding results, and I congratulate them.
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The following students, listed in alphabetical order by surname, received an ATAR in the top 10% of the State:
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Saige Campbell Cooper Collins Lachlan Cooke Samantha Gravener Holly Milsome Darbi Moody Mary Neylan Kelsey Notting Cooper Seiffert Matthew Young
Page 4: Faith Matters Page 5 and 6: Mosaic 2017 Photos Page 7: Awards Night for our 2017 GFLOI participants Page 8: World Challenge Southern China Page 9: Debating - Junior Secondary Program Page 10 and 11: Performance and Instrumental News Page 12: ‘Sing 4 Fleur’ Page 13: Onwards and Upwards for Mikeelie Page 14 and 15: Canteen Roster and Parents and Friends’ Association Page 16: Women’s Health and Wellbeing (WHWBSW)
50% of our students received an ATAR above 70, which puts them in the top 30% of the State. Our estimates, to be confirmed by VCAA, of two fundamental statistics were: 7.9% of study scores were over 40. The median study score was 32. This score was our highest median and reflects a lift in results for students across the cohort. Many of our students achieved very impressive 40+ scores and there was one perfect score of 50 in Health and Human Development. Well done to Holly Milsome. There were many high results for this subject and in particular, I congratulate Holly’s teacher, Ms Stacey Learmonth (pictured below).
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strengthened VCAL as a purposeful and meaningful senior program at our College. I wish our finishing VCAL students every success for their future pathways. At the final staff meeting for the year, the VCAL coordinator, Ms Kirsty Allan, presented a slide show to staff that highlighted the range of apprenticeships, TAFE courses and work that to their credit, our VCAL students have already transitioned or will be transitioning to. The ‘results’ of all of our students reflect their commitment to learning, the hard work and encouragement of their teachers and the love and support of their parents and families. I wish our Class of 2017 all the best for their futures.
Semester Two Reports I hope parents have taken the opportunity to access your daughters / son’s Semester Two report via the Parent Portal by now. I trust that this document records achievements, identifies strengths and areas for improvement and acknowledges effort. I encourage parents to make some time with their daughter/son to reflect on progress this year in the light of the report and lead the conversation towards setting some goals for 2018.
Transition to Year 7 The 2018 Yr 7 Orientation Day held on Tuesday last week was very successful.
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We welcomed 225 students. There was a very large attendance of parents on the morning for the parent orientation meeting as well.
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As has been our practice we offered a “Singles” orientation morning on the previous Friday. This was to better prepare Grade Six students who were the only student from their primary school or who had been identified as benefitting from spending some time at school prior to Orientation Day. Whilst our Year 12 VCAL students do not receive final scores, it is important to acknowledge their achievements in completing this valuable program that better met their needs. I congratulate our senior VCAL class, their example and achievements have further
This was well received judging by the uptake and appears to have contributed very positively to the success of the main orientation day. I thank our Transition Coordinator, Ms Tory Wood for her leadership and management of the Singles and Orientation Days. ...continued on Page 3
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Potato Shed 2018 Season Launch On the evening of Wednesday 6th December, I attended the Potato Shed function to launch the 2018 season. Ms Kaz Paton (Manager Arts & Culture, City of Greater Geelong) introduced the new season’s program and Rob McLeod and Lisa Warrick, who both manage the Potato Shed, ran through what to expect each month. The program covers a range of performances and is well worth a look; we are very fortunate to have the availability of a range of performances at a quality local venue.
Merry Christmas & happy new year
If we were to put into “ordinary terms” the meaning of Christmas, perhaps it might look something like this:
With the school year coming to a close, it is a hectic time, and we are eagerly looking forward to the summer break.
“It’s sharing your gifts, not purchasing gifts.
At this busy time, it is easy to forget that we are in the Advent season that prepares us for the Christmas celebration of the birth of Jesus and calls us to reflect on God’s entering into the human story by becoming one of us. As partners in the Christian education of our Saint Ignatius College students, it is a challenge for us all to ensure that we keep “Christ in Christmas.”
It’s not wrapping presents, it’s being present and wrapping your arms around the ones you love. It’s not getting Christmas cards out on time, it’s sending any card, anytime, at the right time. It’s not having the best Christmas light display, it’s displaying the Christ light that comes from your heart. It’s not Santa coming down the chimney, it’s Jesus coming down from heaven and giving us the gift of Himself.”
Please check the Potato Shed website for information about this program at www.geelongaustralia.com.au/potatoshed
The following comes from an article I read in “Prinscripts,” No. 40, 2008.
Commencement date for 2018 school year
Christmas is not only the commemoration of an historical event that occurred 2000 years ago, it is a spiritual event to be lived within each of us.
As this is the last newsletter of the year, on behalf of the College may I wish all families a very happy and holy Christmas and safe and restful holiday break.
The first school assembly of the year will be held on Friday 2nd February (11:30 am to 1 pm) at Costa Hall, Geelong.
Our mission is to make holy the secular aspects of Christmas and we do this by being holy people - kind, patient, generous, loving, laughing people no matter how maddening the Christmas rush around us.
Thank you to all members of our Saint Ignatius College community for your contributions and support during the past year.
All Years 8 to 12 students will be bussed to and from Costa Hall for the assembly.
A poet was once asked if he could explain one of his poems in “ordinary terms”.
The Year 7 students will remain at school as we have outgrown the seating capacity of the venue; arrangements will be made for them to view the assembly.
He replied with some feeling, “If I could say what I meant in ‘ordinary terms’, I would not have had to write the poem!”
Please note that classes for all Year levels will commence on the same day next year - Thursday 1st February 2018.
When our new Multi-purpose Centre is available in mid 2019, we will be able to hold full school assemblies on campus.
Author unknown.
Best wishes
Michael Exton Principal
In a similar manner, it is difficult to put into “ordinary terms” the mystery of Christmas: the birth of Jesus, the Son of God, who grew in wisdom and age, who preached a way of love, who suffered, died and rose again, who became the model for our human and spiritual growth. The birth of Jesus made possible, not just a new way of understanding life, but a new way of living it. Even though all around us are signs that are rushing us to a Christmas of celebration that equates spending with love, we need to feel a strong undercurrent of authentic meaning. If we were to put into “ordinary terms” the meaning of Christmas, perhaps it might look something like this:
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Faith Matters Petrichor As we enter into the last few days of Advent the sense of anticipation heightens. We are aware of the coming celebration and the longed for event is imminent. In our ignatian tradition we offer witness parallels between our faith life and spirituality and the day to day. As we seek to find God in all things, we are often afforded a deeper awareness of the way God moves within our lives, often only made visible to us when we contemplate the day. The following is an illustration of these ideas, linked to the soon to be celebrated great feast of Christmas. Scent can be an evocative and defining sense. When we smell perfume we are reminded of a particular person. When we enter a new place we pick up on the different scents that we encounter. Sometimes a scent can remind us of a particular place. I find that the faintest hint of warm eucalyptus takes me on a journey of reminiscence to past holidays, family picnics and camping. The other evening offered for me a moment of clarity and insight that was unexpected and profound. After a number of days above 30 degrees, rain was on the way. Talking to my children in the backyard as they bounced on the trampoline I asked, “Can you feel the rain in the air?” Although this caused some confusion I described this more simply, “Does the air feel sticky to you? Can you feel that the air is not dry like in the morning?” They all agreed that they could ‘feel’ the rain in the air. Then I asked them, “Can smell the rain?” They were more confused by this than by the first question. The rain was still two hours or so away, falling around Ballarat, but where we were the only things that gave visual clues to the change in the weather were the clouds and the breeze.
Although I tried to explain ‘the smell’, all of my descriptions failed.
The coming of rain after a dry period is joyous and is celebrated by all living things.
They could not ‘smell the rain’.
Today as I observe my surroundings the grass seems greener, the birds although waterlogged are having a marvelous time and the children can’t help stomping in the puddles.
The scent of rain has a name. It is called petrichor. The word describes the “pleasant smell that frequently accompanies the first rain after a long period of warm, dry weather”. Although humans have known of the scent for eons, the mechanism behind the phenomenon was only discovered and a name given in the 1960’s.
As the rain started to fall on the warm road outside they could ‘smell the rain’. As I paused to enjoy this different, more powerful scent, in my mind I was reliving a moment of my childhood. For a few precious seconds I was back in primary school.
The Bible describes this smell, Psalm 135 tells us of God who “causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth; Who makes lightning’s for the rain, Who brings forth the wind from His treasuries”. The vapors that ascend describe the scent that announces the coming of the gift that is rain. It’s one of the gifts offered to us through nature that we can physically experience and enjoy.
Experiencing the joy of the schoolyard on a hot summers day and I could smell that wonderful scent of rain falling on the hot asphalt, releasing that unmistakable petrichor. Summer was ending and the scent that took me back to that moment announced the end of a hot spell and the return of life giving rain and a few minutes of hedonism as my friends and I ran around as the warm fat raindrops saturated us.
The scientific process that offers the ‘smell of rain’ is due to the aspiration of various oils found in rocks, plants, road surfaces and the soil. We smell rain especially after a warm spell because these naturally occurring oils have been distilled. As the humidity rises in the atmosphere minute molecules of oil, as vapor, are released, which ascend and are then detected by humans and animals.
This recollection offers a parallel to our Advent story. As we enter into the final few days of the liturgical season we can ‘smell rain’, the coming of Christ into our world.
The ability to ‘smell rain’ is hardwired in many animals, including humans. Rain is life giving. Although rain can seem to have a fickle personality, we notice it most clearly when we receive ‘too much’ or ‘not enough’. It falls when and where ‘it’ wants to, regardless of whether we feel we need it or not. The Bible records many events where the coming of rain is joyous and an affirmation of God’s fidelity and love. To this day petrichor is still an exotic scent that brings forth vivid emotions and gratitude.
As I reflect on these things I recall the happiness of my children late last evening.
Considering this reflection I hope that when you next experience a hot spell you are encouraged to head outdoors when the rain is coming and seek this wonderful scent and the presence of God in our world. Petrichor is invigorating, evocative and transcendent, a gift that we can all experience in our daily life; if only we open the window or go outside.
Sincerely, Brendan Nicholls Liturgy Coordiantor
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Year 12 VCE Results 2017
Congratulations to all Saint Ignatius Students on completing another wonderful year at Saint Ignatius College. All students progressed well this year and it is fantastic to have another 12 months of learning completed. On December 15th at 7am the VCAA results were released to students who undertook Unit 3 & 4 studies this year.
Darbi Moody
Samantha Gravener
Kelsey Notting
Cooper Seiffert
Saige Campbell
Cooper Collins
Lachlan Cooke
Holly Milsome
Matthew Young
As a College, we are pleased with all results and hope that the transition as Old Ignatians is a smooth one. The following students should be recognized for their hard work and diligence over their secondary schooling. The students pictured opposite achieved an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) above 90 which places them in the top 10% of the Nation in terms of academic performance. Darbi Moody received the Saint Ignatius College ATAR Dux award, scoring the highest ranking in the College. Darbi wishes to go to the University of Melbourne to study Biomedicine and then further studies to become a Medical Practitioner. His ATAR result of 97.5 qualifies Darbi to possibly receive an offer in this course. Samantha Gravener also wants to pursue a career in the medical field and her ATAR of 95.75 also allows this dream to be fulfilled. Sami also undertook the grueling UMAT exams this year and tested in the top percentile. Holly Milsome achieved a perfect study score of 50 for Health and Human Development. She was also the top achieving student in Physical Education and Religion & Society. Holly is hoping to go to Deakin University to study Nursing and is applying for the Deakin Scholarship program. She hopes to be the head of a hospital department in the future.
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Saige Campbell, Cooper Collins and Kelsey Notting pictured with Mrs Anna Oliver, VCE Coordinator
Congratulations to all graduating students of Saint Ignatius College. Mrs Anna Oliver VCE Coordinator
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Senior Students ‘the Year that was!’ Throughout the Senior Secondary journey there are many signposts that mark the roller coaster ride that is Year 12 for our students.
On Wednesday June 14th, the dreaded GAT took place, the grueling multiple choice section and 2 essays conducted under the watchful eye of the VCAA Chief Supervisor.
Thursday February 2nd saw the refreshed faces of Year 12 students enter Saint Ignatius College for their first day.
A daunting experience for some our Senior Students! Thursday September 21st marked the end of the School journey for some students as they embarked on the next phase of the life’s journey and moved into employment.
Excited chatting and catching up with friends not seen over the holidays filled the air. The second week in March saw Year 12 students venture off to Safety Beach for a week of reflection and goal setting. Discovering what it was that they really wanted out of their last year of secondary schooling and planning on how they were going to get there. Some of our Senior students were well on the way to their post-secondary pathways by undertaking structured workplace learning each Friday in their occupation of choice.
We said a fond farewell to our VCAL students on Tuesday October 24th, these marvelous young women and men who excelled in their chosen education pathway took up their apprenticeships and traineeships and walked confidently out of our College, Industrial Leaders of the Future. November 1st, the English exam, the first of the VCAA examinations that assessing all students have learnt to generate the subject study score and, ultimately, the ATAR! Friday December 15th, D-day. Study scores and ATAR are released to the now not-so-fresh-faced year 12 students.
The number that will decide a student’s future for the next two years. 97.5. The highest ATAR scored awarded to a Saint Ignatius College student, Darbi Moody. Darbi has worked consistently and diligently throughout his Senior years and is a worthy recipient of the Saint Ignatius College ATAR DUX award. His dreams of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne are one step closer to being fulfilled. Darbi’s name will now sit along side his brother’s, Cooper Moody (Class of 2014), as ATAR DUX of Saint Ignatius College. Congratulations to all Senior students from Saint Ignatius College, as a College we are very proud of the young women and men you have become. May you go forth to be the leaders of tomorrow. Mrs Anna Oliver VCE Coordinator
Important Dates
College Office Closes: December 22nd
2018 Dates to Remember
College Office Opens: Monday, January 22nd Book Collection Day: Thursday, January 25th All Year Levels Commence: Thursday, February 1st College Assembly: Friday, February 2nd A Jesuit Partner School
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Orientation Day 2017 Photos
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Canteen Helpers ‘Christmas Lunch’ Sandra Woodall, Canteen Manager was thrilled to host the Christmas canteen–helpers lunch this week for helpers who have given up their time in the canteen to support the sustenance of our students at some stage each term this year.
To register obtain a copy of the ‘Canteen Roster Form’ and ‘Volunteer Information (Canteen)’ from the office or email Sandra Woodall direct: woodalls@ignatius.vic.edu.au Happy Christmas from the Canteen helpers team!!
A large number of volunteers enjoyed a sumptuous banquet provided by our caterer Leanne Irving with thanks to PFD food services for their contribution to the lunch and Routley’s for providing a large array of magnificent cakes. And they were delicious - aah well - its Christmas !!! Volunteers are always welcomed and much-needed during the year from 9am-1.30pm or a shorter time is also very valued. Please consider joining the team next year - a great way to meet other parents and learn more about what’s happening at the College.
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We say goodbye to Betty our Lollypop Lady Last week marked the day of the well-deserved retirement day of Mrs. Betty Perkins who has helped our many students cross the busy Anderson Road travelling to and from school for over 12 years. We congratulate Betty and thank her for being a most protective and caring “lollipop lady”. We are most grateful for all those years Betty has spent supervising the crossing, which is such a hugely responsible job and, no doubt, quite demanding at times especially when it was so hot or cold, wet and blustery that most people wouldn’t have ventured outside. Betty was presented with flowers from the Principal Mr. Michael Exton and College Captains for next year, Kerry Kingsbury and Dean O’Brien (pictured opposite). Betty fondly remembers all the students in her care and remarked that Kerry was herself a regular crossing user since her early primary school days. Betty hopes to be able to continue her volunteer work in the community after her retirement. We wish you well in your retirement Betty and thank you!!
Combined Geelong Catholic Secondary College Principals’ dinner held recently at Saint Ignatius Pictured with Principal Michael Exton with special guest Stephen Elder OAM, Executive Director of Catholic Education Melbourne.
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Canteen Roster Would you like to help out in the Canteen in 2018? If possible we would like to have five helpers on each day. Helpers will need to be at the canteen by 9:00am and will generally be finished by 1:30pm. Canteen duty provides a much appreciated service to the school. It gives you the opportunity to meet and talk with other parents and also enables you to see your child’s school in action. If you are able to assist, please contact Sandra Woodall at the College on 5251 1136.
Parents and Friends’ Association: Annual Report:
Welcome to the Parents and Friends Association Annual Report 2017. Our Association is made up of a small central group who have worked hard this year to continue to support the College through social and fundraising events throughout the year, backed up by our email list of parents and friends who always put their hands up to volunteer when asked. I would like to mention especially Clare Gordon who has been a driving force in keeping the Secondhand Uniform Shop operating efficiently as well as the myriad other projects she has supported during the year whilst also being a very competent Treasurer. Clare is retiring from her position and we wish her well in her studies and future work. Thank you also to our very efficient secretary Cathy Dykes and our very active and supportive SICG Board representative Lisa Bell. This year we have had great support from the parent body volunteers in our many and varied activities and functions including Working Bee (thank you Callum Harper), Open Day BBQ, Entertainment Book Fundraiser (thank you Jodi Pitfield), Information Nights and Assemblies, Fees Raffle, Girl’s Night Out (thank you Rebecca Hay and Sandi Hillman), Triumph Day (thank you Sandi, Cathy and Fran Lakey) and of course our Secondhand Uniform Shop (thank you for your co-ordination Sharon Van Ingen). Thank you also to all those who have helped on rosters for the BBQ and Uniform Shop. We have been able to support the College through our fundraising in purchasing a variety of items including an enclosed trailer for transportation to events such as music, theatrical and sporting, donations to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths), support of the College Production, Mosaic Awards, Jesuit Province Timor Leste and Atauro Timor Leste. We would like to thank Mr Michael Exton and Mrs Annette Chidzey for their support throughout the year, their updates on college policies and building news and their openness to PFA input into the College.
From the incoming Parents and Friends’ Association President 2018: After 3 years of dedicated involvement as PFA President, Jo Britt has stepped down making time to pursue further studies. We welcome Rebecca Hay who is very honoured to become the new President in 2018.
Merry Christmas and many thanks to all the parents who helped out in the canteen during the 2017 College year. We look forward to seeing you next year.
With her daughter in Year 10 in 2018 she hopes to continue supporting the College with the fundraising efforts of the PFA. Rebecca has had previous children at the College from 2010-2012 and this time round she feels that she can add her experience to maintain the vibrancy of the group. “ I have had a fantastic time during 2017 on the PFA making new friends and working together and look forward to 2018 as President.” The College is extremely grateful to all the PFA for giving back to their college, contributing their time and expertise to provide equipment such as a new trailer, contributions towards the Memorial garden and opportunities for our students. Your involvement would be valued too! If you would like to be involved in this dynamic group email: sicgpandf@ignatius.vic.edu.au
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Parents and Friends’ Association at work in 2017
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TECHNOLOGY AND PARENTING
insights Video Games: the good, the bad and getting the balance right by Martine Oglethorpe
Video games tend to get a bad rap from parents and the media. There’s the fear of your child being locked away in their room for hours on end, inhabiting a virtual world that removes them from family, friends, school work and anything resembling reality. Then there is the fear of what someone might do following a session of first-person shooting, blowing up cars and taking out snipers with an AK47. Not to mention the seemingly wasted hours spent staring at a screen. Without doubt there is some substance to some of the fears around gaming obsessions and violent behaviours. However, like many elements of the modern world, the negative impacts are often affecting only a very small minority and often these are in the extreme. It is safe to say that many, many young people can play video games in a way that benefits their physical, social and emotional wellbeing. Like most things, when game playing is done with balance and perspective, it can actually be a most productive way for a young person to spend their time.
The benefits of video games Cognitive and physical benefits. There are lots of great skills developed when playing video games. Analysing, thinking, problem solving, creating, team work and collaboration form the backbone of many games. Spatial awareness and hand–eye coordination skills, many of which can be transferred to the real world, are an added benefit. Many workplaces and training institutes use games to simulate real-world situations and the medical field is increasingly using forms of gaming to help with physical and neurological disorders. Social and emotional benefits. Many kids who struggle to fit in at school, or don’t make the sports teams, often feel a real sense of belonging, connection and achievement when playing video games. For those who find it difficult to shine in mainstream environments, gaming can be a great way for them to
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boost their self-esteem and sense of identity in a space that offers comfort, connection and control. Thinking outside the box. Many games encourage players to think outside the box, take risks and critically analyse a situation. There is a lot of trial-and-error required in many games and this helps to develop players’ persistence in problem solving tasks as they strive to get to the next level, the next world or create the next big city. Stress release. There is certainly an element of stress release that many games provide for young people. After a long day at school it can be a welcome relief to immerse yourself in a game that allows you to switch off a little.
Keeping it under control Of course these benefits won’t eliminate the concerns many parents have about game playing, especially of online games. So what are some things we can do as parents to help keep it under control? Look at your individual child. Are they coming to the dinner table without a fight? Are they coming to the table without bringing their device? If they are struggling too much in any of these areas over a long period of time, it might be time to make some changes. Come up with time limits together. Discuss together what you think is fair based on the need to ensure they are striking the right balance and have enough energy for their other pursuits. While your child is young, give them a warning ahead of when you want them stop so they have time to finish whatever they are creating or whatever level they are at in their game. This helps them to get better at regulating their time. Play a game with your child. It is much easier to make rules and boundaries around something that you understand and that they know you understand. Play a game with your child to get a feel for what they enjoy about it, be witness to some of the skills they may be developing and enjoy some important bonding time with your child. Remove headphones, particularly when younger children are playing online games with friends or where others are involved. That way you can have your ears pricked to any bullying, aggressive play or unwanted language. So next time you are lamenting the time your child spends playing video games, remember that as long as you are able to come up with some rules and boundaries together, you will have a much better chance of keeping game playing healthy and beneficial. With the gaming industry growing rapidly and continually creating and providing for so many other industries, your child may well be working on the skills they’ll need in their future career.
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Samaritan House Geelong The Salvation Army, In partnership with the Samaritan House Community Board (SHGB), are seeking volunteers to Sleep Overnight at the house on a 7 days per week, monthly roster basis. Hours from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 a.m. in a comfortable safe room. Supervisor Manager Jeremy Hassett SHCB have been successful in providing a friendly family type of environment for men experiencing homelessness. Please contact: ‘Volunteer Manager’ Aubrey Anderson. email: aubrey.anderson@salvationarmy.org or call 03 5223 9200 for more information.
Lazarus Community Centre The Salvation Army In partnership with the Lazarus Community Centre Board are seeking Daytime Volunteers on a roster basis at 202 Myers St, next to the Old Goal. Hours 9a.m. to 4.30 p.m or 9a.m. to 1 p.m. or 12 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. Tasks may include cooking, cleaning or assisting volunteers to access the facilities such as a shower, laundry and meals etc.. Supervisor Kez Crtalic Please contact: ‘Volunteer Manager’ Aubrey Anderson. email: aubrey.anderson@salvationarmy.org or call 03 5223 9200 for more information.
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Commencing on Monday 8 January 2018 there are Tiny Glass Treasures hidden in local businesses around Cli�on Springs, Curlewis, Drysdale and Portarlington. Find the Tiny Glass Treasures for your chance to win a unique Glass Art Treasure at the Fes�val of Glass Expo, on Sunday 18 February 2018.
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Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
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Community Notice Board Weekend Mass Times for All Parishes Weekend Mass Times For All Parishes
Summary of regular weekend Masses for all parishes in the Geelong Deanery.
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Mass Centre
Routine Weekend Schedule
Anakie
St Brigids
11am alternate Sundays
Anglesea
St Christopher
5:30pm (Sat) OR 6:30pm (Sat) during summer daylight saving 6.00pm Mass time
Bannockburn
St John Mary Evangelist McKillop St
9:00am last Sunday of the month
Barwon Heads Holy Family
6:00pm (Sat)
Bell Park
Holy Family
8:00am, 9:30am, 11.00am (Croatian) 11:30am (Slovenian 2nd Sun), 11:30am Sun), 12.15pm (Croatian (Sloveniannot 2nd2nd Sun) 12:30am (Croatian 2nd Sun)
Belmont
St Bernard
6.00pm (Sat), 6:30pm(Sat), 9:00am, 10:30am
Corio
St Francis Xavier
5:00pm (3rd Sat Filipino) 7:00pm(Sat), 10:30am
Drysdale
St Thomas
9.00 am
Geelong
St Mary of the Angels
6:00pm(Sat), 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:15 (Polish), 5:30pm
Geelong East
St Margaret
9:45am 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday (Masses cease after Christmas)
Geelong North St John
8:30am 10:30am(Latin Mass) Rosary 10:05am
Geelong West St Patrick
9:30am (Italian)
Geelong West Ss Peter & Paul (Ashby)
5:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (2nd & 4th Sun)
Grovedale
Nazareth
No Masses for 3 months due to renovations 10:30am
Inverleigh
Sacred Heart
9am Sunday except last Sunday of the month
Lara
St Anthony
9.00am
Leopold
Lumen Christi
10:30am, 5:30pm
Manifold Heights
Holy Spirit
6:00pm (Sat), 11:00am (1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday)
Marshall
Rice Village
Meredith
St Joseph’s
11am alternate Sundays
Mt Moriac
St Patrick
7:00pm(Sat)
Norlane
St Thomas Aquinas
6:00pm (Sat), 5.00pm (Sat) 10:00am 10.00am
Newcomb
Christ the King
5.00pm Vigil (Masses cease after Christmas)
Newtown
St Robert
9:45am 2nd & 4th Sunday
Ocean Grove
Our Lady Star of the Sea 9:00am
Portarlington
St Patrick
9.00am
Queenscliff
Holy Trinity
11:00am
St Leonards
Ss Philip and James
6:00pm(Sat)
Torquay
St Therese
8.45am, 10.30am 8:45am
Winchelsea
St John the Baptist
6:00pm (Sat)
Radio
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7:00am
Radio
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10:00am
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College Calendar February 2018
December 2017 Friday 22nd
College Office Closes
January 2018 Wednesday 3rd Year 7 for 2019 Scholarship Applications Open Online See our website for details Monday 22nd
Wednesday 21st House Swimming Sports Monday 26th
GISSA Tennis and Cricket
Tuesday 27th Year 10 Outdoor & Environment Camp Bushwalking and cycling in the Otways 27th February to 2nd March
College Office Opens
Thursday 25th Book Collection Day Rooms M2 & M3 MacKillop Centre A-G 8:30am - 10:30am H-M 10:30am - 12:30pm N-Z 1:00pm - 3:30pm All 3:30pm - 4:00pm Friday 26th
Australia Day Public Holiday
February 2018 Thursday 1st
All Students Commence Term 1
Friday 2nd Formal College Assembly Costa Hall, Deakin University Waterfront Campus Wednesday 7th Student Photo Day Thursday 8th Year 7 Mass and meet the Homeroom Teacher St Thomas Church, 7.00pm Wednesday 14th Year 9 Expedition Information Night 7.00pm to 8.30pm Monday 19th Year 12 Physical Education Excursion Biolab Monday 19th Senior Students Expo Evening (Years 10, 11 and 12) 7.00pm to 8.30pm Tuesday 19th Year 12 Physical Education Excursion Biolab
Look for the Calendar available through the Saint Ignatius College Website: www.ignatius.vic.edu.au T IGNATIUS COLLEGE SAIN
Saint Ignatius College Geelong
27 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale, Victoria. 3222 E: info@ignatius.vic.edu.au T: 03 5251 1136 www.ignatius.vic.edu.au A Jesuit Partner School
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