2024 Yearbook

The Dream That Makes You Dream

Year 10 Visual Communication Design

Leaf Wallpaper Collage

Year 10 VCD students explored the beauty of nature through a wallpaper design project inspired by leaves. Using a combination of manual and digital drawing techniques, they developed intricate patterns that captured the organic shapes and textures of foliage.

Students refined their designs in Adobe Illustrator, experimenting with composition, colour, and repetition to create striking wallpaper concepts. The final pieces were assembled into a vibrant collage, showcasing their creativity and technical skills.

This project allowed students to merge traditional artistry with digital design, resulting in a unique and visually engaging collection of natureinspired wallpapers.

Credits

Editor/s:

Trudy Skarajew

Brodie Grewcock

Johnathon Stevens publicrelations@salesian.vic.edu.au

Photographic Contributions: Suzie McErvale

Paul Gosney

Arthur Reed Photography

Paddy McKenna, ACC Melbourne

Staff and Families of Salesian College Chadstone

Proofreader: Dr Mavis Ford, La Trobe University

Graphic Design and Printing: DMC Group

In recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s spiritual and cultural connection to country we acknowledge the traditional custodians the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nations. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across the nation and hope they will walk with us on our journey.

From the Rector

From the Board Chair

From the Principal

From the College Captain

Faith and Mission

Faith and Mission – Liturgy

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Year 12

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Year 10

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Year 8

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Year 7

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Staff

Staff Farewells & Long Service

the Business Manager

FROM THE RECTOR

As we look back on the year, it is with immense gratitude and hope that we reflect on the journey we have shared together as a community. At the heart of our Salesian tradition lies the call to live out the words of our Rector Major, “The Dream that Makes You Dream”. This dream is one that encourages each of us to look beyond ourselves, to imagine a better world and to be agents of change. It is a dream rooted in the love of Christ and the values of our Salesian heritage, and it shapes everything we do here at Salesian College.

Central to our Salesian identity is our strong tradition of liturgy. Our whole school liturgies are a powerful expression of our unity and faith. These liturgies bring us together as one body to celebrate the central mysteries of our faith, and to remind us of our shared purpose. Whether it’s the joy of the Eucharist, the solemnity of special feast days, or the celebration of our school patron, St. John Bosco, these moments of worship foster a deep sense of community and belonging. As a school, we are not merely students and staff; we are the family of Salesian College, united in Christ.

In addition to these important liturgical events, our regular Friday Morning Masses have become a cherished practice for many of our students. These Masses are an opportunity for us to take time out of our busy lives, to reflect and to give time to our God. In the fast-paced world we live in, these moments of stillness are a chance to reconnect with our faith and with one another. Through the celebration of the Eucharist, we are reminded of God’s love, and are invited to reflect on how we can bring that love into our daily lives. It is through these rituals

that we nurture our relationship with God and one another, creating a spiritual foundation upon which we build our lives.

In keeping with the Salesian spirit of fostering personal growth and spirituality, Salesian College offers a Sacramental Program for students in Years 7 to 12. This program plays a pivotal role in the faith formation of our young men, offering opportunities to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation.

The experience of receiving a sacrament as a young student is one that leaves a lasting impression. For many boys, it marks a significant step in their faith journey. The Sacrament of Reconciliation provides a moment for introspection and healing, while the Eucharist offers the nourishment of God’s grace. Confirmation is a moment of deep personal commitment to the faith, as young men take on the responsibility of being witnesses to the Gospel. The Sacramental Program is designed not just as a rite of passage, but as a transformative experience that strengthens the bond between our students and their faith.

As we continue to walk the path of faith and growth, let us be inspired by the dream that makes us dream. As Salesians, we are called to dream of a world where young people can grow in faith, hope and love, and where the message of Christ can be brought to life in our school, our community and our world. May this dream guide and inspire each of us as we continue to build upon the rich traditions of Salesian College, united in faith and committed to making a difference.

Nadia Knight on behalf of Fr Oreste Cantamessa

FROM THE BOARD CHAIR

Stephen J Moloney BA/LLB Chairperson, Salesian College Chadstone Board

The Year 2024 was yet another a fine year for Salesian College Chadstone.

I wish to pay tribute to all our students and dedicated staff for their efforts this year. Our VCE cohort achieved another record year in academic performance. Their results were the best in the College’s history, with a median study score of 32, 12% of students achieving results above 40, three students attaining an ATAR of 99.00, and 100% of our students receiving tertiary offers.

More and more families are choosing to attend Salesian College Chadstone, and we rejoice in welcoming them and sharing the Salesian charism with many.

We continue to attract highly skilled and qualified staff, retaining their services, and support them in ongoing professional development.

Our internal governance processes, though often unseen by students and families, are strengthening each year. We have developed policies and practices that instil confidence and security in managing all student matters, ensuring safety and the efficient resolution of issues as they arise. This is essential in any well run organisation, and I am proud of the progress we have made, thanks to the hard work of many to achieve this.

We have developed a robust 10 year financial plan and sophisticated systems for cost control, which will ensure that we are successful in controlling all financial matters in the school, with the ultimate aim of controlling fees to parents and maintaining their sustainability for families.

As I write this reflection our Master Planning has worked well, and we have commenced Stage 1, Years 7 & 8

Precinct Development. The capital works program is well under way with the Mannix rebuild, which is scheduled for completion at the end of 2025. Significant effort was invested throughout 2024 by architects, quantity surveyors, and during the tender process. I commend the team, led by College Principal Mr Mark Ashmore, for collaborating with our external consultants to achieve what I trust will be an excellent outcome.

We have strengthened our wellbeing team by bringing staff into the school who are trained psychologists. We understand the complexities of the life of a student. It is our duty to help. We have responded in this way, and we look forward to the positivity that we think will result from that.

On every benchmark for the assessment of the quality of the life of a school, which we set on internal reviews and with the assistance of external consultants retained for that purpose, it is my happy duty to report that we are matching or exceeding these benchmarks in all material respects.

It remains our hope that each student and family finds fulfilment and reaches their highest potential at Salesian College Chadstone. Increasingly, we find that this message is resonating with people beyond our immediate community.

I would like to thank my fellow Directors, the Principal Mr Mark Ashmore, the leadership team and all our students and families for all their contributions in making Salesian College Chadstone such an outstanding place in education for our fine young men.

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Mark Ashmore Principal

“The dream that makes you dream”.

This year marked the 200th year since a young Giovanni Bosco had his dream at age 9, where he felt God’s presence and conditioned his whole way of living and thinking. ln the dream Bosco is challenged by a nobly attired man and a majestic woman to “make friends, not with blows, but with gentleness and loving kindness”.

Our 2024 Strenna from the Rector Major is “The dream that makes you dream”. I challenged all students to dream big, dream crazy; to consider what to achieve in faith, in relationships with others, in interests and in academic studies.

I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone in our school community – students, staff, families and the Board – for your hard work and commitment to our Salesian values of belonging, respect, integrity, joy and dynamism, and how living by these values leads to a life well lived. This year we’ve celebrated successes, faced challenges and grown together as a community.

Thank you to our students for their efforts in striving for excellence and participating in opportunities at the College. St Francis de Sales said, “Be who you are and be that well”. We all learn at Chadstone in our joy filled Catholic learning community. It has been pleasing to see academic growth through the commitment to studies in the classroom and our Resource Centre. Year 12 academic

results improved and are the best in our history. Well done to Years 11 and 12 students and VCE teachers.

I thank our Year 12 class of 2024 for the outstanding leadership to create the Salesian family spirit. All the boys were friendly and kind in their interactions with their peers, staff and guests, thus modelling actions that fostered a wonderful culture.

Thank you to our student leaders who have represented the school by modelling themselves on Don Bosco. I also thank our Tour Guides, who have led Monday tours, greeted guests and families at events and spoken at Information Evenings. Our Year 11 leaders also introduced public speaking workshops for local primary schools, demonstrating community spirit and leadership. Our leaders have been involved in conversations and workshops within our Salesian network, Associated Catholic Colleges (ACC) and with Sacred Heart Girls College and Avila College students. I thank College Captain Benjamin Brooks, and College Vice-Captains Dylan Rayen and James McLaughlin for their outstanding leadership in guiding their Year 12 peers and the community.

The College extra-curricular program provided our young people with many opportunities to learn and have fun. It has been rewarding to witness the God-given talents of our students in chess, debating, public speaking, in drama and theatre productions, service learning, music performances, leadership and sport. Our students and teams have done very well in ACC pursuits, with pennants and trophies returning to Chadstone. Well done.

Don Bosco Oratory Week was a highlight, with students and staff animating our Salesian charism and values through liturgy, festival and fun activities. Our College Sacramental Program is unique to Salesian, with students in our community experiencing the sacraments of the Church in a ceremony supported by their families, teachers and peers. Thank you to our students for being open to our Catholic faith – Oratory, mass, reflection days and how we live with one another in relationship.

The Stage 1 Years 7 and 8 Learning Precinct building works began late in the year, and will provide a contemporary learning and teaching environment for our students and staff. A significant amount of consultation and planning for the development took place during 2024. It is very exciting.

Community events strengthened our Salesian family spirit and belonging. Parent social evenings, new families’ breakfast, Time and Space Program for Years 7, 8 and 11 students and parents, Liverpool FC Community Day, Mothers’ and Fathers’ Day breakfasts and the inaugural Business Luncheon allowed for socialising and celebration. Thank you to parents and guardians who attended or contributed to these events, particularly the work of our Parents Association.

The reconnection of alumni through forums, committee formation, rebranding, reunions and the Alumnly application will further support connection and belonging for past students.

We are blessed to have the Salesians who share their gifts as part of our community during Friday and whole school masses, reconciliation, reflection days and the Valedictory Celebrations during 2024. Thank you to Fr Brian Ahern, Fr Oreste Cantamessa and Fr Kelly Kam for serving in our community.

Don Bosco’s message was simple: “To love one another, and to treat each person with dignity and respect.” This spirit of care, compassion and inclusion was evident in our Oratory classes, staff diversity and inclusion policy and professional learning, and the implementation of a Child Safe Framework and Student Concern process to

support the safety of our young people. Students and staff co-designed these initiatives.

As part of a joy filled, dynamic learning community, our students have been guided by staff to know that God is present in their lives to guide and strengthen them throughout the year. I am grateful to the wonderful staff at Salesian who genuinely care for each student, and provide an environment where students can achieve excellence. Professional growth conversations, collaboration for learning and teaching and a coaching program further developed our people and culture. The loving kindness displayed by my colleagues towards all who encounter our Oratory at Chadstone is outstanding. Thank you.

The College looks forward to 2025 with hope as we “pilgrim with our young people” as part of the Catholic Church Jubilee celebrations.

The Holy Father highlights the importance of hope and kindness, which he says “touch the very heart of the Gospel and show us the path to follow in our behaviour.”

A world full of hope and kindness, he says, “is a more beautiful world”, while “a society that looks to the future with confidence and treats people with respect and empathy is more humane.”

FROM THE COLLEGE CAPTAIN

Benjamin Brooks College Captain

For years I have sat in the very seats you sit in now, and for years I failed to understand the weight of what was happening around me.

As a Year 7, I was too short to see the stage, and barely knew where I was. As a Year 9, I knew, but didn’t care. I was just happy to be missing English. Even in Year 11, as I saw some of my own friends leave, some with whom I shared classes and ACC teams, I still didn’t truly grasp the weight of what was happening.

But now, as I stand before you, entrusted with the responsibility of representing over 180 young men, summing up our experiences and the legacy we’ve left over the past six years into a mere five minutes, I finally understand the depth of emotion I had been blind to.

You would think that when I sat down to write this speech, at a time in my life when success has never felt more critical, when the past twelve years of schooling will soon be reduced to a mere two-digit number, I’d reflect on our achievements as a cohort; how we’ve grown as athletes and students, the algebra we’ve learned or the Shakespeare we’ve memorised.

But as I sit here trying to put pen to paper, it’s the community, the friendships with both peers and teachers and the countless little moments in between that come to mind.

When I think of all the people who have shaped our cohort’s experience at Salesian, I don’t thank them for helping us to solve trig equations or analyse burial rites. I thank them for the lessons they’ve taught us about life,

for the values they’ve instilled, which have helped us to grow from those little Year 7s into the young men we are today.

We thank the staff who work in the background: the canteen for keeping us fed, the IT and facilities teams for making countless events like this possible.

We also thank the Sports Department for teaching us leadership and teamwork, how to play hard but fair and, most importantly, how to work as a team. We thank them for putting together six memorable Athletics and Swimming Carnival Days and driving us to thrilling ACC derbies. These are memories we’ll never forget.

We thank Ms Polouse, Mr McDonald and Ms Rolfe for teaching us perseverance.

We thank Ms Cap, Mr Andrews and the wider English department for the hours put in at English help, and for making the subject so enjoyable and engaging.

We thank Mr Seeber, Mr Filippis and the many other Oratory teachers for the invaluable life lessons they have provided, and for enduring 8:45am classes with teenage boys who would much rather be in bed asleep and can barely muster a “good morning”, let alone a smile.

To Mr Bourbon, we thank you for the tremendous work you’ve done for us this year. While your reminders to tuck in our shirts or fix our ties might not always be received with the warmest responses, we know they come from a place of care and dedication.

We extend this gratitude to Mr Ashmore. Thank you for your tireless commitment to making this school a positive, influential experience for all.

And now, to our Year Level Coordinator, Ms Tsiavis. By the end of the next few weeks, you’ll hopefully be so tired of hearing these two words that you won’t even register them, but still, thank you.

No number of words can truly express how grateful we are for the tireless work you’ve put into supporting our year level. In my time here at Salesian, I don’t think I’ve encountered a harder working, more caring individual. Your constant smile, warm greetings and hours of work behind the scenes have had an immeasurable impact on me and so many of the boys here, and I believe I speak for the Class of 2024 when I say thank you for the dedication and love you’ve shown us over the past three years, during which, as you like to remind us, you haven’t missed a single day. However, we do still wish you’d talk a little less.

Now to the Class of 2024. Over the last few weeks, I’ve felt caught between wanting to prepare for the upcoming exams and wanting to hold onto what little time we have left here.

It feels surreal that after today our lives will no longer be marked by 8:45am mornings or 3:15pm bells.

That the days of English help memes or Mr Andrews’ infamous voice cracks are behind us. That there will be no more chicken tender lunches or sneaking in rounds of Getaway Shootout during class. I can’t believe we’ll never again laugh at the latest addition to an email chain we pray IT doesn’t stumble upon, or ignore Ms Tsiavis’ attempts to herd us back to class as we crowd around Kataka for that final penalty shot. These moments, though simple, reflect the bonds we’ve built and the memories we share.

In trying to sum up this cohort of so many talented individuals, and even more kind, compassionate people, I came across some scripture in the Book of Romans: “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” As a year level, we have shared both joy and sorrow.

In our first week, we endured the brown water and interesting sleeping arrangements at Camp Rumbug. In Year 9, we struggled through a global pandemic and teachers unable to work technology, although some may have enjoyed that. We have survived the failed relationships with Sacred Heart girls and awkward Year 10 socials. And now, most importantly, we have survived the packed SAC and exam schedule that is Year 12.

But we have also shared success. We have shared ACC premierships, treks through Wilsons Prom, and many joyous lunchtimes on the covered courts. Most importantly, in the past few weeks I’ve seen it in the classrooms. As much as we care about our own marks, we equally want to see those beside us achieve their own goals. No matter how many SACs we have this week, or how long our to do lists are, we have never been too busy to help a friend. That is the beauty of this cohort.

I could not have asked for a better group of lads with whom to go on this journey, and I appreciate each and every one of you more than you know. So, for one last time as your College Captain, I ask you to study hard. Use every one of those thirty days to push your boundaries, embrace the unknown and prepare for the incredible future that lies ahead. But, more importantly, show gratitude to all those who have helped you to reach this point.

Now, for the junior boys. Honestly, I never thought I’d be the one delivering this speech for the Class of 2024. In fact, if you’d told me in Year 7, I would have opposed the idea. Yet here I am. It goes to show how much the College has to offer. If you give it your all and push yourself, it will shape you into a person you never believed you could become.

If there’s one thing you take away as you watch us leave the College, let it be this: accept all the wonderful things it has to offer. The last thing you want, as you walk out of those doors for the final time, is to regret all the things you should have done.

FAITH AND MISSION

Nadia Knight Assistant Principal – Mission and Staff Culture

This year marks the bicentenary of Don Bosco’s Dream at the age of 9 (1824). What better way to understand our faith and mission than to explore this dream, a means to remember our purpose and reimagine what this looks like in our context today?

Don Bosco’s dream sustained his work through all sorts of challenges. He envisioned a world where he would work with the young who needed many things, but, above all, they required a warm heart, love, gentleness, respect for religion, care, affection and kindness. In his dream, it was Jesus and then Mary who led him to understand that gentleness and kindness were the ways to work with the young.

Don Bosco took the advice of Jesus and Mary, along with all those he loved and respected, and used it to give practical expression to his work with young people. In doing so, Don Bosco made God known to the young.

Through our College Values and Oratory programme, we teach our young people about LOVE. We challenge them to consider what it looks like, sounds like and feels like in their world.

The work of Don Bosco has stood the test of time. From humble beginnings in the first Oratory to 30,000 men and women working to keep the Salesian charism alive today, there is hope in making the LOVE of God known to all. There is something truly special about this, about us.

Both Jesus and Don Bosco faced challenging times, but they understood their purpose and persevered. In difficult times, we may not understand, we may be frightened, we might question and stumble, and sometimes we doubt. However, if we follow the example of Jesus and

Don Bosco, we persevere. The Gospels explore the hope that Jesus has in all of us, to continue the work of our times, ensuring that love prevails, not just for us, but for all those we encounter. The text emphasises that we are never alone, that Jesus never abandons us. This was also true for the very first boys who Don Bosco visited in the prisons, who were the pupils of the first Oratory.

Our mission is not just about our students’ academic performance. A Salesian education is about developing good Christians and honest citizens. To be a good Christian means to be a good human. Although we could easily feel saddened by the negative portrayal of young people today, Fr Frank reminds us that our ‘Salesian DNA’ draws us to optimism and joy. We need to nurture their human capacity to love.

In doing so, we:

• create a school where young people feel safe and can share their stories without fear or shame.

• remind the young about the signs of divine presence in our everyday lives.

• encourage the young to reflect, question and explore their own spirituality.

• display Catholic life through hope and joy.

With all those Salesians, religious and lay, around the world, we hope and pray that our young people will see the strength and beauty of the Catholic tradition, and that they may ‘catch’ a sense of the divine within themselves and the world around them. In doing so, they will make a valuable contribution to Australian society as fine members of a Salesian education.

FAITH AND MISSION –LITURGY

Melina Barcellona Liturgy and Retreats Leader

If Religious Education is the heart of a school, then the Liturgies are the soul.

Don Bosco always desired his ‘boys’ to be ‘good Christians and honest citizens’. This was achievable through a good education, regularly attending mass and especially receiving the Holy Eucharist. For in one of his dreams Don Bosco saw the Eucharist as ‘Salus credentium’ (‘Salvation of believers’). (May 30, 1862 – the dream of the two columns).

This year has been one of the best years for Friday morning Mass. Under the direction of Dr Daryl Barclay and the Year Level Leaders, the Friday morning Mass had a theme, and each year level was responsible for the Mass. The Year Level Leader would choose a class and they in turn would choose readers. Students would design a cover for their Mass, and at times even the ‘Intersessional Prayers’. These Masses were well attended by students and members of the community.

Congratulations to five students: Benjamin Brooks, Jake Calderaro, Jack Lucarelli, Liam Matteo and Iskra Zlatanovski, and three staff members: Mrs Julie Paprzycki, Mr James Prowse and Miss Amy Zou, who undertook a short course, and have become Ministers of the Eucharist. Being a Minister of the Holy Eucharist is a very important role for the laity. This is an honour for the school, and the newly appointed ministers of the Holy Eucharist should be very proud of themselves.

The reverence shown by our students during the Whole School Mass, the Feast of the Assumption and Mary Help of Christians was incredible. The Don Bosco Feast Day was extra special. The prayers were read in different languages by students in different year levels, the flag bearers marched with enthusiasm, and everyone showed

respect. Congratulations to the readers who read very well, and the altar servers were remarkable. I truly think Don Bosco would be proud of these fine young men.

Always a highlight of the year is having students choose to become members of the Catholic Family. This year, seven students from Years 7 and 8, inspired by the Holy Spirit, decided to receive their Sacraments. These students made their Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation. Bishop Ireland once again was able to celebrate this important event. We welcome to the Catholic Family Oscar Finamore, Jordan Guruptham, Rafael Hariyanto, Matthew Keppens, Jeremy Kesuma, Decky Rowe and Liam Scott.

Preparing and organising Liturgies, or celebrating Holy Days is not easy and not just one person’s role. There are lots of people involved. We become a home, a school, a church and a playground for the young. From readers to the altar servers, to the musicians, the sound technicians and the slide operators, everyone contributes and has a part to play. These Liturgies, Masses and Holy Celebrations cannot take place without you, and for that I am very grateful.

The setup of the Chapel or the Hall could never happen without the hard work of the Facilities team. They put out chairs, pack them away and set up the banners in the Chapel. Thank you for your assistance.

Also, a big thank you to the IT department. You do a wonderful job setting up the sound and making sure that everything with the PowerPoint goes well.

I would especially like to thank the Liturgy Captain, Xavier Blenkhorn, Father Brian, Father Kelly, and Father Oreste, and of course, Dr Daryl Barclay, Miss Amy Zou and Mrs Nadia Knight.

FAITH AND MISSION –RETREATS

Amy Zou Liturgy and Retreats Leader

Reflection Days have always been a unique feature of our College. On these days, Oratory groups, teachers and guest speakers usually come together in a more relaxed atmosphere, exploring topics and themes tailored to the needs of boys in different age groups. The year 2024 is no different. Let’s review this year together!

In Term 1, Year 12 started their last year at the College with their Reflection Day. Oratories worked together to select a Bible quote for the day, as well as a theme song. This has left the boys with good memories and a stronger sense of ownership over this day. They enjoyed their time at Mannix Campus, competed in Oratory games, shared fellowship and meals, and reflected deeply on the theme of ‘overcoming adversity’. Mr Styron Augustus’ speech was unforgettable and very impactful for these young men, who are preparing themselves for a future filled with the unknown and hopeful possibilities.

In Terms 2 and 3, boys in Years 9 to 11 embarked on a journey of exploring masculinity and stereotypes during their respective Reflection Days. The Year 11s, with input from Tomorrow Man facilitators, discussed the impact of ‘banter’ and how it can influence the culture within a cohort of students. Great conversations unfolded throughout the day, with many bravely volunteering to share their own stories. Boys were also encouraged to reflect on their life experiences and how their identities have been shaped and influenced by key figures around them. There may have been some difficult or quiet moments during these discussions, but we were glad to see our boys upholding the school values of respect in their words and actions.

The Year 9 boys enjoyed a day guided by facilitators from Man Cave, focusing on healthy masculinity. Through this day, we aim to equip our boys with the critical emotional and social skills they need to lead fulfilling lives for themselves, their relationships and their communities. The day rolled on very smoothly, and we were pleased to see each boy being open-minded and inclusive toward their mates and those they had not yet spoken to often. They did well in building a welcoming community for all their peers. Well done!

The Year 10 boys were guided by facilitators from Tomorrow Man to explore the topic of masculinity and related stereotypes. In Oratory groups, students had the opportunity to discuss and ask questions about topics that would otherwise be easily forgotten or dismissed. Although boys may have felt challenged by the input from speakers at times, they were able to ask clarifying questions and align different ideas with their own life experiences.

Last, but not least, the Year 7 boys had their very first Reflection Day at the College in Term 4. With the company and guidance of their Oratory teachers, the boys were able to reflect at their growth after the first year of secondary school and acknowledge that everyone has their own unique gifts and strengths. Together, we have formed a dynamic and caring community.

FAITH AND MISSION –SOCIAL JUSTICE

Jason Collins Global Citizenship Leader

At Salesian College, our commitment to social justice continues to be driven by the spirit of Don Bosco, as we work together to support those in need, both within our community and beyond.

In Term 1 we focused our efforts on raising funds for Caritas. Through the combined efforts of students and staff, we organised pancake sales and a sausage sizzle during the Athletics Carnival, which was a great success. The funds raised contributed to Caritas’ ongoing mission to support vulnerable communities and create sustainable futures.

In Term 2 our attention shifted to supporting the Salesian mission in Samoa. The Salesian brothers visited our school and gave passionate presentations about life in Samoa and the essential work the Salesians are doing there. These talks resonated deeply with both staff and students, inspiring us to raise money to improve the laboratory facilities at Don Bosco College. Additionally, two of our staff members, Mr Declan Crowe and Ms Wendy Hung, had the unique opportunity to visit Samoa, further strengthening our ties with the community and witnessing the impact of our fundraising firsthand.

Term 3 saw the entire school community rallying behind our food collection for Foodbank Victoria. Led by Ms Alexandra Cust and the VM boys, the effort was nothing short of extraordinary. Together we collected vital supplies to help those facing food insecurity in our local area. The dedication of the students and staff involved was truly inspiring, ensuring that our contributions would make a significant difference.

Finally, as we approached the close of the year in Term 4, we turned our focus to spreading the Christmas spirit through our annual St Vinnie’s Christmas Hamper Drive. This initiative brought our community together to provide essential items and gifts for families in need, sharing the joy of the festive season with those who might otherwise go without. The generosity shown by both staff and students was a testament to the Salesian values we hold dear.

Through all of these activities, the Salesian community has once again demonstrated its commitment to helping others and living out the values of Don Bosco. I would like to extend a special thank you to the Faith and Mission team, the Salesian brothers and all the students and staff who contributed to making 2024 a year of meaningful social justice action.

SALESIAN FESTIVAL DAY

Salesian Festival Day 2024 stayed true to tradition; a day based on the Salesian Charter, accompanied by fun filled joy, plenty of (lucky) sunshine, and an opportunity to further enhance friendships through a variety of activities for both staff and students!

We began the day with a respectful and reflective acknowledgment of country, referencing the custodians of the past, present and future who make this land their home. This was a way to appreciate a feature of this land that came before us and will continue beyond our time. The prayer followed, with various readings in different languages representing the many cultures of our community, celebrating our diversity with a procession of flags. Carrying one’s national flag is a privilege for our Year 12 students, and is certainly a sought after role on our special day. This year, we were blessed to have the Salamon brothers from Clifton Hill join us, helping our community strengthen connections with our brothers and sisters in Samoa (for whom we were raising money this year). The brothers addressed our community at the end of the prayer service, helping us understand more about their culture and their need for assistance in furthering the education of the young in their country, particularly in creating more authentic learning experiences in their science spaces, including equipment and safe lab storage. Their input contributed to connecting our communities as part of the Salesian South Asia Pacific region. They were also present during the week leading up to Festival Day, speaking alongside others, including Sholance Thomas, at year level assemblies. Sholance, a Year 12 student of Samoan heritage, also presented on his experience during his Samoan immersion in 2023 and the impact it had on his life. This resonated deeply with our students.

Our traditional and very competitive Oratory competition followed soon after the prayer, embodying a healthy and exciting atmosphere of friendly rivalry. Congratulations to 7B and 11VM, who won the junior and senior prizes.

After several years, and due to student requests, the whole school Walkathon was reintroduced into the Festival Day activities. It provided an opportunity for students and staff to walk together in solidarity with our counterparts in Samoa as we raised money through sponsorship and donations. We could not have asked for a better day for this activity, with the sun shining and a light breeze blowing, allowing for gentle strolls, conversation and laughter along the way.

The walk certainly worked up appetites! Lunch followed, with a variety of activities for all. As in the past, one of our most popular activities (for some reason) was the Dunking Machine! Students love the opportunity to dunk their teachers, all for a good cause! They braved the freezing water for fun and fundraising, and we thank them for their good humour and willingness to participate. Back by popular demand were the popcorn and fairy floss machines! This year, the fairy queens returned in their pink hats and tutus, ready to whip sugar into fluffy, sweet treats!

I am very appreciative of the work of many, including the Faith and Mission Team, Facilities Team, IT Team, Canteen and all staff who assisted on the day to make the 2024 Salesian Festival Day a wonderful celebration of Salesian joy filled spirituality.

Another element of the day, besides food and fun, was raising money for our Salesian brothers and sisters working at Don Bosco High School in Samoa. I am grateful to announce that our community raised over $8,000 for them to upgrade their science labs. I look forward to hearing from the communities about how our donations were used to improve the education of the young.

I keenly anticipate that Salesian Festival Day will continue to bring joy to many at Salesian College.

Nadia Knight Assistant Principal – Mission and Staff Culture

STUDENT WELLBEING

Richard Bourbon Assistant Principal - Students

As we reach the conclusion of the 2024 academic year, I take great pride in witnessing our student body embrace the myriad opportunities available to them. We have seen so many students grow, develop their talents and gain confidence throughout the year.

The strong sense of community spirit and pride in our school was evident all year long. This was exemplified through events such as House competitions, Shrove Tuesday, the Vinnies’ Appeal, Mothers’ and Fathers’ Day breakfasts, College productions, music concerts, public speaking competitions, the sports presentation evening and the Salesian Cup football match. These activities reflect the high level of engagement from both our students and parents. Our College values of Dynamism, Integrity, Joy, Belonging and Respect are embraced by everyone in our community, and I am proud to say that these values are lived out by our students every day.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated Oratory teachers. They have tirelessly guided our students throughout the year, creating an environment where the boys can flourish while prioritising their welfare. In particular, I would like to recognise the efforts of our Pastoral Leader, Mr Byron Chen, for his unwavering support of our students. Thank you to our hardworking Year Level Leaders: Ms Olivia Raphael (Year 7), Mr Craig Giles (Year 8), Mr Anthony Anastasio and Mr Nicholas Dunmill (Year 9), Mr Paul Azar (Year 10), Mr Daniel Catoggio (Year 11), and Miss Alexandra Tsiavis (Year 12).

I am also very grateful to our Wellbeing Team: Ms Filia Papadimitriou, Mr Timothy Swayn, Ms Katie Sill and Ms Queenie Chang, and our College nurse, Mrs Kellie Kosanam, for their care and support of all students this year. They are part of a committed team dedicated to the welfare of our students at Salesian College.

and Engagement

Our Student Leadership Coordinator, Miss Molly O’Shea, has worked closely with students across the school to foster student voice and leadership opportunities. In particular, she has excelled in coordinating the Student Congress, which encourages students from different year levels to propose ideas that will help to improve our College. This year, we have seen proposals focused on Greening Salesian, Respectful Relationships and Extracurricular Tournaments for Students.

Two key programs conducted at the College this year are The Resilience Project and Our Futures, which operated in Years 7, 8, and 9. The Resilience Project aims to help students develop strategies for their own wellbeing and that of others, following the GEM model, which focuses on Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness. Our Futures helps students recognise the importance of their physical wellbeing and to make healthy choices.

Congratulations to our graduating Year 12 class! They are an exceptional group of young men who have made a lasting contribution to Salesian College. They have set a commendable example of care and compassion for one another, demonstrating respect, hard work and active participation in all that the school offers. I wish them the very best in their future endeavours, and hope that they take pride in their accomplishments, reflecting on the happy times they have enjoyed at the College.

To our parents and students, thank you for your unwavering support throughout this year. Your involvement ensures that Salesian College remains an excellent school, with a strong sense of community. I extend my best wishes to all staff and students leaving Salesian College at the end of this year, and I hope you take away fond memories of your time here.

LEARNING & TEACHING

Klara Baka Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching

The 2024 Strenna’s theme was “The dream that makes you dream”, and our entire College community dared to dream. Our academic year has been a remarkable journey of growth, challenges and achievements, indicating the shared desire to dream big. This was highlighted in many ways throughout the year, notably with our Year 12 students and their VCE results. Our VCE VM students have been equally successful in securing further study and apprenticeships. Our students have shown incredible persistence and dedication in their classroom work, tackling new concepts and projects with enthusiasm and resilience.

One of the highlights for Year 9 students was the City Experience, where they explored the vibrant heart of Melbourne, gaining insights into urban life and its many facets. This hands on learning opportunity allowed them to connect classroom knowledge with real world experiences. Music Camp was another standout event, bringing together students from various year levels to hone their musical talents. The camp fostered a sense of community and collaboration, culminating in performances that showcased the students’ hard work and creativity. Throughout the year, Learning Area Weeks provided students with the chance to delve deeper into specific subjects, engaging in activities and projects that enhanced their understanding and appreciation of different disciplines. These weeks were filled with interactive and immersive experiences that brought learning to life.

Year 10 students participated in the Future Focus Program, which included Morrisby Career Testing to help them to identify their strengths and potential career paths. This program, along with the Subject Selection Day and Evening and the Careers Expo, equipped students with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about their future. The Year 8 Camp and Experiential Days were filled with adventure and team building activities, helping students to develop important life skills and forge stronger bonds with their peers. These experiences were invaluable in promoting personal growth and resilience.

Learning Conferences provided an opportunity for students, parents and teachers to come together and discuss progress, set goals and celebrate achievements. These conferences were a testament to the collaborative effort that underpins our educational approach. Examinations tested the knowledge and skills our students had acquired throughout the year, and their performances reflected their hard work and dedication. These assessments were a crucial part of their academic journey, preparing them for future challenges.

Book Week was a celebration of literature and creativity, with students participating in various activities that encouraged a love for reading and storytelling. The week was filled with excitement and enthusiasm, highlighting the importance of literacy in our lives. We were lucky enough to secure Australian author Alice Pung to come and speak to our Years 7 and 8 students, where she highlighted her story and the importance of reading and writing our own stories.

Excursions played a significant role in enriching our students’ learning experiences. Physics students visited Luna Park to explore the principles of motion and energy in a fun and engaging environment. Art students were inspired by the masterpieces at the National Gallery of Victoria, while others experienced the thrill of the Grand Prix. VCE VM students toured the Yakult Factory to understand the intricacies of manufacturing processes, and Units 3 and 4 Biology students visited the University of Melbourne for an in depth look at advanced biological studies. Our VCE students were given the opportunity to undertake Trial Examinations in the September Term break, a vital step in gaining feedback and next steps as they approached their VCAA Examinations.

It has been an absolute privilege to witness the talents and gifts of our students. The Art and Design show this year was truly spectacular. The student work on display from the many different areas of Art and Technology showcased the immense creative talent of our students. It was evident that many hours had been spent refining and perfecting skills, nurtured and guided by the talented staff. The Mary McKertich Public Speaking Award was a highlight to witness students from Years 7 – 12 present their speeches to their families and College staff with extreme confidence. Another highlight for me personally was participating in the VCE VM Portfolio Showcase, where students reflected on their year in Applied Learning, both in and out of the school environment. It was such a delight to hear from each one about their personal growth and their future aspirations.

This year has been filled with memorable moments and significant achievements. Our students have demonstrated remarkable growth, overcoming challenges with persistence and determination. As we look back on the 2024 academic year, we celebrate the collective efforts of our students, teachers and parents in making it a year to remember. We look forward to continuing this journey of learning and growth in the years to come!

ORATORY

Sarah Roberts Oratory Learning Leader

The Salesian Charter is the foundation of everything we do in our school-wide oratory programme.

• We are a home that welcomes, from the first Year 7 Orientation Day to the Year 12 Valedictory Dinner.

• We are a parish that evangelises, from the opening school mass to the last Christmas mass.

• We are a school that prepares for life, from the first Religious Education unit on belonging in Year 7 to the ethics units in Year 12.

• We are a playground where friends meet, from the Becchi Day for incoming Grade 7 students to our Year 12 Valedictory BBQ.

Each year level has lessons, activities and experiences that help students to become “Good Christians and Honest Citizens”. Oratory teachers play a pivotal role in our community, building relationships with every single student in their care, ensuring that, as Don Bosco taught, each student knows they are loved.

In Year 7, students are introduced to the amazing founder of the Salesians, Don Bosco, as well as the key beliefs of the Catholic faith. Alongside organisation skills, games, competitions, the Resilience Programme and a Year 7 Reflection Day, the oratory programme is one of fun and growth.

In Year 8, students focus on two key figures in the Catholic faith, Jesus and Mary, in their oratory classes, and end the year exploring the important role of social justice in our society and the organisations that live out our Catholic values.

In Year 9, students explore the themes of ‘Good vs Evil’, and engage in Respectful Relationship forums with Sacred

Heart, focusing on our school value of respect throughout the year, respect for self, others and the environment.

The Eucharist and St Mark’s Gospel provide Year 10 students with the opportunity to encounter Jesus in oratory lessons, as well as engaging in personal development sessions on decision making, Future Focus days and leadership.

In Year 11, students undertake Unit 1 of Religion and Society, while Year 12 students study Unit 2, which examines religion, spirituality, religions around the world and the changes to religion in Australia, as well as ethics and morality. This is supplemented by workshops in leadership Reflection Days, exploring masculinity, and future pathway activities throughout the year.

I would like to thank all the oratory teachers for their tireless efforts in nurturing the pastoral and academic growth of the students in their oratory groups, the Year level leaders for their continued work to enhance the oratory programme, and the Faith and Mission team, who enrich the programme with Reflection Days, masses and liturgies, prayer services, social justice and sustainability initiatives, and wellbeing workshops.

ENGLISH

“The best moments in reading are when you come across something – a thought, a feeling, a way of looking at things – which you had thought special and particular to you. And now, here it is, set down by someone else, it is as if a hand has come out, and taken yours.”

– THE HISTORY BOYS BY ALAN BENNETT

Studying English provides students with insight into both themselves and the world they live in, affirming and challenging their ideas of who they are. It is a privilege to be able to provide this opportunity to our students.

YEARS 7 & 8

Literacy and Life in the junior years provides students with an exciting and immersive entry into the world of text study and history exploration, as they engage imaginatively and critically with literature and historical sources to expand the scope of their experience. In Year 7, the study of the film ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ continues to be a favourite across the cohort. All Year 8 students participated in Medieval Day. They learnt all about medieval dance and costume, and even participated in sword play and creation of a shield wall!

YEARS 9 & 10

In Year 9 Literacy and Life students became immersed in the world of Shakespeare for the first time, laughing at

and exploring the magical world of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’. In Year 10 English we saw the introduction of a closer focus on students’ own creative writing, drawing inspiration from mentor texts. They were also confronted with the realities of the Holocaust, studying Elie Wiesel’s memoir ‘Night’, with a moving visit to the Melbourne Holocaust Museum. Finally, a real highlight of Year 10 English is the performance of ‘Macbeth’. Complete Works put on a masterful show, a worthwhile and enriching experience.

YEARS 11 & 12

Year 11 Literature delved into close text study, interrogating the Gothic horror genre through ‘Frankenstein’. They also visited the NGV to reflect on their study of ‘Voices of Country’, bringing together First Nations’ art with literature. Year 11 English’s first foray into VCE began with a personal response to Australian author Tony Birch’s short story anthology ‘Shadowboxing’, as students reflected on their own understanding of masculinity, class and identity in today’s society. Certainly, the introduction to the fast paced and demanding requirements of VCE provides a stark reminder to students for the need to create good study habits.

At Year 12, students were able to expand and refine the skills established in the previous year. The course is rigorous and challenging, as students critically consider a range of texts and different ways of thinking about texts, from creative responses to analytical writing. This is undoubtedly marked by the introduction to the demanding, but rewarding, campaign of trial exams in the lead up to the end of year exam. The opportunities for timed practice and implementation of feedback ensures that each student can achieve his personal best.

Thank you to all the students and teachers for their passion and enthusiasm in English this year.

Monique Capomolla English Learning Leader

HUMANITIES

The 2024 school year has been a very exciting one for Humanities within the College. Off the back of some outstanding academic results from our 2023 cohort, student numbers and enthusiasm for Humanities subjects have grown significantly. We have seen the reintroduction of Politics as a VCE subject, as well as Australian History at our most senior year. The increase in numbers across the department is largely due to the wonderful learning opportunities that students have been provided with over the course of the year. Some of these include:

During Term 2, an Economics presentation from Year 12 students to Salesian staff took place in the Auditorium. The session was focused on pressing economic matters and the role that citizens, like our Salesian staff, could play in resolving some concerning trends. Students, Brodie Grewcock, Christos Giakoumatos and Alessandro Pozzoli spent a lunchtime discussing strategies to help reduce inflation through making conscious financial choices. Further, the students explained how unemployment, migration, and the cost of living all play a role in the effective running of the economy. Thank you to Mr Peter Birmingham and Mr Craig Giles for their support of these young men, and for providing them with a platform to apply their learning in a meaningful way.

In addition, the Year 11 History class had the privilege of having Brendan Kincad, a Vietnam War veteran, visit and talk through some of his lived experiences during his service. Mr Kincad brought pictures, artefacts, equipment, and combat attire to share with the students in order to provide them with an authentic learning experience. Students were able to gain an understanding of the trials and tribulations that war veterans like Mr Kincad went through to ensure that future generations benefit from avoiding conflict. This opportunity afforded students firsthand accounts of what life would have been like during this time, providing them with a deeper understanding of their Year 11 curriculum. A big thank you to Miss Emma Woolley for coordinating the event, and well done to the History class for engaging so well with the presentation.

One final highlight of the year came in the form of the Year 8 Experiential Learning Week. While half the cohort were enjoying themselves on camp, the other half was in the classrooms on Bosco Street undertaking a Citizens and Citizenship Day, followed by a Democracy Day. The former was built around providing students with the opportunity to develop a business idea while conducting market research on the internet to create the perfect product. Students developed logos, brand names, and prices, and even looked at competitors to ensure that they had covered all bases. The Democracy Day saw students form political parties and develop policies to suit their chosen issues. Students took on separate roles, from campaign managers to marketing and advertising consultants. The day concluded with an authentic Year 8 election, with voting booths and ballot boxes provided by the Australian Electoral Commission. Thank you to all Year 8 staff and those who helped bring the week together.

To conclude, it is impossible to capture all the invaluable experiences that Humanities students have been provided with this year, but it would not be possible at all without the dedication and commitment of the entire Humanities Department. Our team of 13 staff has worked tirelessly throughout the year to ensure that they are doing their part to keep Humanities at Salesian College alive and well. We look forward to next year with great optimism and are eager to welcome junior Humanities back under the Humanities umbrella for the 2025 school year.

Styron Augustus Humanities Learning Leader

MATHEMATICS

Gabrielle Rolfe Mathematics Learning Leader

2024 has been another great year for the Mathematics Learning Area at Salesian College. Alongside our core staff, we welcomed Mr Edward Niu, Mrs Louisa Seymour and, Mr Hasan Talukder to the team.

The Mathematics team is committed to helping our students to foster a deep understanding and appreciation of mathematical concepts, and how these connect to our everyday lives. From algebra to calculus, geometry to statistics, our courses challenge students to think critically and solve complex problems, preparing them for future academic pursuits and real-world applications.

In Year 8 students grappled with various measurement problems related to building a dog kennel, and collected data to investigate the likelihood of winning a particular game at a fair. Our Year 9 students explored questions related to the construction of the new Years 7 and 8 precinct, and considered how likely it is to win the lottery in their “Mannix Lotto” assessment. In VCE, our Years 11 and 12 students have shown great perseverance and dedication as they continue to refine their skills and understanding in preparation for their final exams.

2024 also saw the introduction of Foundation Mathematics to Years 10 and 11, offering students the chance to explore various mathematical concepts within their local community and environment. Its practical and tangible content makes it one of the most accessible mathematics courses available. In the Year 10 Foundation class, students conducted a seasonal statistical analysis of different sporting teams, examined home loans, and income tax and designed various houses and their surrounding grounds.

Maths Help has continued to thrive, offering valuable support to students. Held after school on Thursdays, Maths Help provides students with the opportunity to seek clarification and receive extra support with their homework or classwork. A big thank you to all the teaching staff for generously dedicating their time each week to make this programme possible.

In Terms 3 and 4, the school introduced before and after school tutoring for our VCE students. It was wonderful to see many of our VCE Mathematics students take advantage of this initiative and work together with their teachers to improve their skills and understanding.

2025 marks the implementation of the Victorian 2.0 Curriculum for Mathematics. Throughout the year, the Mathematics Learning Area has been diligently planning, refining and rewriting the curriculum to ensure that it is ready for students at the beginning of next year. As always, the Mathematics team prioritises student learning, and we are excited to bring fresh ideas and new mathematical challenges into the classroom.

Finally, I would like to thank all our dedicated teachers for their unwavering commitment and our students for their enthusiasm and hard work. Here’s to another year of exploration and discovery in the world of mathematics!

SCIENCE

Emma Marsh Science Learning Leader

This year the Science Learning Area continued to inspire students from Year 7 to Year 12 with a range of handson activities, critical thinking challenges and real-world applications, making science both engaging and enjoyable for all.

In Year 7, students embarked on their scientific journey with a blend of curiosity and creativity. A key highlight was the ever popular egg drop challenge, where students applied their understanding of forces and motion to design protective containers for fragile eggs. They also explored sustainable solutions by designing cities powered by renewable energy sources, gaining insight into how science can address future global challenges.

Year 8 students delved deeper into the biological sciences, with a focus on the human body. They took on the role of gastroenterologists, studying the digestive system in detail and discovering how it influences overall health. Their creativity shone as they built toys to demonstrate the principles of energy transformation and basic electricity, linking theory to real applications.

In Year 9, students expanded their knowledge by exploring sports science and environmental studies. They investigated how the body functions during physical activity, and analysed the environmental impacts of human actions. Applying their understanding of electricity, they constructed electric circuits to power small homes. In the Catch Me If You Can activity, students sharpened their forensic science skills to solve a local crime.

Year 10 students took their learning to the next level with inquiry-based learning and experimentation. They

conducted investigations into chemical reactions within the human body, and designed gliders inspired by evolutionary principles and the physical concept of flight. These projects allowed students to deepen their scientific knowledge and to develop problem-solving skills in creative and engaging ways.

For senior students in Years 11 and 12, 2024 brought a wealth of learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Across VCE subjects including Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, and Environmental Science, students participated in a variety of enriching excursions. These included testing physics principles at Luna Park, studying marine ecosystems at local sanctuaries and investigating animal adaptations at Healesville Sanctuary. They also explored human anatomy through dissections of brains, kidneys, hearts and eyeballs, while a hands-on visit from Reptile Encounters provided a closer look at some of Australia’s threatened species.

We extend our warmest congratulations to the Year 12 students for their hard work and dedication, making this year a memorable one for all involved.

A special thank you goes to our passionate Science teachers, whose dedication to fostering a love of science has had a lasting impact on students. Their commitment to creating an exciting and dynamic learning environment has enriched the educational experience of every student.

VISUAL ARTS

Aylward Visual Arts Learning Leader

The Visual Arts Learning Area at Salesian has had an exceptional year, filled with creativity, exploration and remarkable achievements. This year, students engaged in a diverse range of art forms, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, drawing and photography. Additionally, Visual Communication Design units, such as Revolution and Design, along with Architecture, allowed for a deeper understanding of artistic principles. In Media, students studied and produced a variety of genres, characters, narratives and production elements.

The curriculum spans multiple levels, catering to students from beginner to advanced stages. In junior classes, students explored fundamental drawing, printmaking and painting techniques, while learning about colour theory, composition and perspective. Senior classes developed concepts and ideas to drive their portfolios, delving deeper into specialised techniques and knowledge within their chosen disciplines.

To enhance learning experiences, the Visual Arts team coordinated several excursions, providing students with opportunities to engage with visual arts beyond the classroom. VCE Media classes attended Top Screen at ACMI in March, and Year 12 students showcased their films in the auditorium in September, enjoying a full debut experience.

Art Making and Exhibiting students visited the Melbourne Triennial to understand curation and exhibition design, which inspired their own projects and exhibition methods. They also visited Deakin University Art Gallery, where they learned about artwork conservation and presentation techniques.

In Visual Communication Design, students attended Top Designs to explore past Year 12 work and gain insights into the ‘double diamond’ design process within the new study design.

The dedication and talent of our students shone brightly this year, receiving recognition at the Visual Arts and Technology Show held in October. This event celebrated their artistic achievements, and provided an opportunity for students to engage with local artist and ex-student Richard Tomaino, who shared valuable insights about his career as a studio ceramic artist.

Another highlight was the ACC Art and Technology Show at Federation Square in May, showcasing ten exceptional works from students across all visual arts subjects. These works were selected and exhibited alongside those of representatives from other ACC schools. Additionally, students had the opportunity to enter the Salesian Youth Ministry online art competition, involving other Salesian schools across the Asia-Pacific region.

As we look forward to another year, the Visual Arts Learning Area is excited to continue nurturing creativity and artistic expression among our students. In conclusion, the Visual Arts Learning Area remains a cornerstone of our educational experience, inspiring students to unleash their creativity and explore new horizons. We can’t wait to see what the future holds!

Roslyn

LANGUAGES

As we reflect on another vibrant year in the Languages Learning Area at the College, it is essential to acknowledge the dedication and hard work of our staff. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs Rita Bonne, Ms Melina Barcellona, Ms Rosa Salemme, Ms Wendy Hung and Miss Amy Zou for their invaluable contributions in introducing the new Chinese and Italian curricula. Their passion for language education has undoubtedly enriched our students’ learning experiences.

ITALIAN DANTE COMPETITION

This year our students showcased their linguistic talents in the Italian Dante Competition, where Year 12 student Dylan Rayen emerged as the first prize winner. His achievement is a testament to his hard work and dedication, and we commend all participants for their impressive performances. The competition not only highlighted the students’ language skills, but also fostered a sense of camaraderie and friendly rivalry among them.

CHINA TRIP

A significant highlight of the year was our inaugural trip to China, which saw Mr Alvin Zhang, Mr Peter Bermingham, and Ms Wendy Hung accompany 21 eager students on a two week adventure across Beijing, Xi’an and Chengdu. This trip was more than just an educational journey; it was a unique opportunity for cultural immersion and personal growth.

One of the most memorable moments occurred during a special birthday celebration for Year 9 student Prathish Hewage. Surrounded by friends and teachers, Prathish experienced a birthday like no other, one filled with laughter and joy in a foreign land.

Additionally, a spontaneous game of featherball with local residents outside their hotel brought everyone together in a delightful display of cross-cultural interaction. The boys thoroughly enjoyed this experience, forging connections that transcended language barriers. A big

thank you goes to Mr Alvin Zhang, Ms Wendy Hung and Mr Peter Bermingham for their enthusiasm and support throughout this unforgettable trip.

LANGUAGE WEEK CELEBRATIONS

Language Week was another highlight of our academic calendar, where both Italian and Chinese students participated in a multicultural day at Dunhuang Music College. This event allowed students to engage in various activities that celebrated cultural diversity and fostered teamwork.

Our Year 7 boys particularly enjoyed an annual Chinese music performance during this week, which enriched their understanding of Chinese culture through music and art. Furthermore, our staff members embraced creativity by participating in an indigo dyeing workshop, showcasing the importance of continuous learning beyond the classroom.

END OF YEAR CELEBRATIONS

As the year drew to a close, Mrs Rita Bonne and Ms Melina Barcellona organised coffee events with their senior students to celebrate their years of learning in Italian. These gatherings provided an opportunity for reflection and preparation as students gear up for their upcoming exams.

Looking ahead, we are excited to announce that language study will become compulsory for Year 9 students next year. This decision underscores the importance of language learning in our curriculum, and reflects our commitment to equipping students with essential communication skills for their future endeavours.

In conclusion, this year has been filled with enriching experiences that have deepened our students’ appreciation for languages and cultures. We look forward to building on these successes in the coming year as we continue to inspire a love for languages at the College.

Alvin Zhang Languages Learning Leader

PERFORMING ARTS

Klara Baka Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching

2024 has seen Performing Arts significantly thrive at Salesian College Chadstone. The Year 7 Band Program continues to flourish, offering every Year 7 student a semester of free tuition. This initiative has proven successful, with many students choosing to continue their musical journey into Year 8. Year 7 students spent a semester learning an instrument, and performed at the end of semester concert, which was an absolute delight. As students moved into Year 8, they continued exploring instruments, learning techniques on guitar, piano, drums and vocals, and discovered the history of rock music.

Our junior Drama classes have been instrumental in helping students to refine their expressive skills as they explored a wide variety of stimuli to create and perform theatre. In Year 9, the Children’s Theatre Class performed two original plays on sustainability for Grade 4 students from St Mary’s Primary School, Malvern East. Year 9 music students explored music in films, learned to set up a stage for live performances and created their own songs through composition. Year 10 students tackled complex texts by staging scenes from The Investigation by Peter Weiss, enhancing their understanding of the Frankfurt War Crimes Trials of 1964 and complementing their Year 10 History curriculum. Year 10 Music students rehearsed and performed for each other throughout the semester and performed at the autumn and spring concerts in ensembles.

Year 11 Music students focused on honing their skills as solo and group performers, consolidating their music theory and analysis knowledge. Highlights included experiencing a day in the life of a university music student during a joint Years 10 and 11 excursion to the Australian Institute of Music, which included performance workshops and career insights, and presenting their final recitals to an audience. Year 12 students applied their music theory knowledge across various styles and contexts, preparing for their end of year performance exam. Key activities included attending VCAA’s Season of Excellence: Top Class Music at the Melbourne Recital Centre to witness high standard performances from across the state, participating in an ACC Music Workshop, performing for and with students from other ACC schools, and collaborating with Avila College students to present their Unit 3 and Unit 4 recitals.

Excursions were a significant part of the year, with students from Years 9 to 12 visiting Monash University to watch a live music TV show being recorded behind the scenes. Additionally, Years 10 and 11 students visited the Australian Institute of Music (CBD) for workshops with professionals, learning about tertiary music education and various aspects of the music industry. This year has been filled with creativity, learning and performance, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of our students. We look forward to seeing their continued growth and achievements in the coming years!

FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Kate Nugara Food Technologies Key Teacher

It has been a busy year for the Food Technology subject, with a number of exciting additions to the course. This year saw Salesian have its first Year 12 Food Studies class with the new study design. In addition, this year we hosted several Year 12 Avila girls, who joined the Salesian boys at the Bosco Campus to complete their studies. The new study design covered a range of engaging topics, with a great focus on the digestive system and gut microbiota, as well as the psychology of food.

Year 11s had two engaging excursions, which included a visit to the Yakult factory to look at prebiotics and the development of Yakult, which aims to assist in gut health, as well as a trip to Peppermint Farm. This was under the guidance of Julie, an experienced educator, who can tailor the program to suit the Food Studies Units 1 and 2 program. She discussed with students about growing quality food sustainably and in harmony with our environment. Students learned about growing and cultivating a wide range of Australian native bushfood and botanical plants, including the fantastic flavours and aromas of amazing plants llike: Lemon Myrtle, Anise Myrtle, Strawberry Gum, Finger Lime and Mountain Pepper. Students used these plants to prepare a variety of meals in Julie’s kitchen. As they enjoyed their dishes, they also discovered the medicinal properties of each ingredient.

Year 10s delved into their understanding of food safety, hygiene and allergens and intolerances. They also learnt about different international foods, where they shared their knowledge of a particular country and shared food with the class from that nation. This was a great way to end the semester of work, with students sharing a meal together based on ingredients from particular cultural backgrounds.

Students in Year 10 also made both the Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day gifts for the morning breakfasts, which were well received. A big shout out to both Mrs Lois Curry and Ms Lucyanne Agius for all their work in the kitchens throughout the year, as well as the Learning Diversity educators who assist in the kitchen.

Year 9 students ran successful bake sales to raise money for St. Vinnies. The students came up with recipes and designed posters about the sale. Bake sales took place at both Mannix and Bosco campuses.

Students at our College are always keen to prepare foods and snacks, and we have encouraged diversity and multicultural awareness around cuisines. Students take pride in sharing cuisines from their heritage, and it is pleasing to see them collaborate and appreciate their differences.

Our Food Technology subject is thriving, and we are very thankful to our wonderful team of teachers and kitchen assistants who are always working towards student learning and wellbeing.

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY

Nigel Yates Design & Technology Key Teacher

Year 7 students began the year by investigating Design and Function, exploring the relationship between aesthetics and functionality. They designed toy cars from wood, focusing on car style and meeting three design criteria. In the production process, students learned to place axle holes accurately, which required mathematics and forward planning. They also faced the challenge of finding the centre of laser-cut wooden wheels, a task that involved Mathematical problem solving. Using a drill press, students completed the task and, after sanding, finished their models. This project allowed them to apply design principles, develop practical skills and enhance their understanding of design and construction.

Year 8 students applied prior learning and skills to construct a set of creative bookends, and then make a jewellery box, where they learnt the challenging task of making a finger joint as part of the joinery process. As part of the bookend project, the students capitalised on the skills they learnt in Year 7 by using a scroll saw machine to cut their coloured acrylic pieces, which were then connected to the wooden bookends.

For Year 9s, Design Technology focused on constructing a Solar Boat. Students researched solar power and were supplied with all the components to make a solarpowered model. Here, they had to use the components to create a unique design while being given similar components. They learnt basic systems electronics and explored several boat designs.

In Year 10 Design and Technology, students created “Plant Stands”, learning joinery techniques and exploring laser etching, with a fundamental focus on the finishing process of woodworking, like staining and sanding. The second project involved constructing

folding stools, focusing on precision and assembly skills. These projects helped students to develop hands on expertise in woodworking, laser technology and practical design processes.

In Year 11, the students selected to undertake Units 1 and 2 of VCE Product and Design Technology. The first requirement of both units is to produce an extensive folio of the students’ work, while the second stage requires students to construct a product in the workshop. In Unit 1, they made several different products from desk side tables to desks and dining tables. In Unit 2 the students were given a design brief to make a coffee table for a company of their choice. This unit also required the boys to produce an extensive folio of their second product, documenting from the inception of the design idea to culminating in a detailed evaluation process, after which the students presented the finished product to their client.

In Year 12 Design and Technology, students chose their own projects and created an extensive folio documenting the entire production process, including detailed CAD modelling. This allowed them to critically analyse their design decisions. They then applied advanced joinery techniques to realise their ideas, refining their craftsmanship and technical skills while showcasing their creative problem solving abilities.

2024 proved to be a robust and fruitful year for our students, and our dynamic curriculum provided them with opportunities for critical design thinking. A big thank you goes to our teachers and our hardworking technicians, who make sure that all projects run smoothly. Looking forward to another exciting year of teaching and creativity in 2025.

DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

Fatima Nazar Technologies Learning Leader

The year has flown by once again, and it’s time to reflect on and celebrate the achievements and highlights of our students with parents and our school community.

Beginning with a taste of all technologies in Year 7, students progressively explore a broader range of Tech electives from Years 8 to 10, including Product Design, Food Technology and Digital Technology. These electives are consistently popular, offering students engaging and innovative hands on projects that foster collaboration and critical thinking.

One of this year’s standout events was Technology Week, a much anticipated highlight. The Technologies Learning Area hosted a variety of exciting activities and workshops for our students. The week commenced with an informative presentation on the role of AI and the future of Robotics, delivered by Sam Kingsley from The Brainary. Year 7 students were captivated by this interactive session, especially when they had the chance to interact with robots and a companion cat model. It was inspiring to see their curiosity shine as they asked thoughtful questions and responded intelligently to the scenarios posed by the presenter.

The week continued with in-house workshops across all three technologies. In Product Design, students crafted impressive projects, while Food Tech classes saw students showcasing their creativity by decorating cupcakes.

Another highlight was a special game development workshop led by Dayaan and Dua from DonoArts. The duo shared their journey from conceptualising a game during their university years to developing it into a fully fledged project. Students from Years 8 to 10 participated enthusiastically, learning about both the

technical and creative aspects of game development. They even had the chance to beta test the game, and posed insightful questions about coding, character design, music and advertising.

Lunchtime activities added to the excitement, with technology themed Kahoot quizzes organised by our talented subject ambassadors, Dylan Kiong and Jordi Dermitzakis. These sessions were a hit, reinforcing the fun and engaging nature of learning about Technology.

Across the board, our students are consistently challenged through our hands on electives. Whether they’re building a game box, creating a healthy stir fry or coding a robot to breakdance, our curriculum is designed to instil critical thinking and collaboration.

In today’s fast paced, ever evolving world of technology, we strive to make our lessons meaningful and conceptually rich. Our goal is not just to impart knowledge, but to build upon student learning, equipping them with the skills they need to succeed.

We’re proud of our cohesive and dedicated team, who continually refine their teaching to empower our students. As we reflect on the successes of 2024, we look forward to another year of growth and achievement in our department.

VISUAL ARTS & TECHNOLOGY SHOW

Fatima Nazar Technologies Learning Leader

The annual Visual Art and Technology Show was held in the Naylon Art Gallery and Auditorium on the evening of Tuesday 15 October. Parents, students and staff joined together for an evening of celebration to acknowledge the enthusiasm and creativity across all subjects within the Visual Arts and Technology Learning Areas. We also acknowledged together the outstanding individual achievements by students within each subject.

The exhibition consisted of work from Art, Media and Visual Communication Design, as well as from Design and Digital Technologies. The spread of work ranged from Years 7 – 12, providing a broad range of exhibits.

Another highlight of the evening was the silent auction of artwork from our Salesian School in Samoa, Don Bosco Technical School, Alafua. We were very proud to showcase the creative and colourful work of these young students. All proceeds from this are going to help provide a school bus for these students.

The first half of the evening was all about wandering the Gallery and exploring student work. Exhibits ranged from fantastic folio and design works, art displays and robot models, as well as an interactive section where students could play games that Year 10s had developed. Light refreshments made by our Years 9 and 10 Food Technology students were provided for parents on the night. The evening was magical, with music, fairy lights and delicious finger food.

We were fortunate to have among us a local artist and a ceramic studio owner, Richard Tomaino, of RTC. Richard, who graduated from our College in 2005,

spoke fondly of his artistic and creative time at Salesian, mentioning College teachers Ms Mary O’Sullivan and Mrs Anne Garofalo as important mentors in his career. He expressed the importance of taking the risks and opportunities as foundations to continually build on his skills and knowledge.

After the formal guest speech, awards were handed out to students who have showed passion, innovation and commitment in their subjects. Art and Technology leaders Koby Battye and Jordi Dermitzakis assisted with the formal proceedings of the evening and, together with Richard, helped to congratulate the students on their efforts.

Congratulations go out to all students who received awards on the night for their hard work, dedication and enthusiasm. Of course, the night would not have been a success without the huge assistance from both the Visual Arts and Technology faculty staff, administration staff and student volunteers, who helped out to make the evening a wonderful and successful event.

We would also like to thank all of the members of the Salesian Community who show interest and patronage of the Arts and Technology at Salesian College. Creativity is an important and much needed skill in this day and age, and the dedication to acknowledge and nurture it is an important part in developing this in young people.

HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Stuart Hill Human Development Learning Leader

Physical Education this year offered students enriching experiences, mostly beyond the classroom. The Year 9 elective programs, City to Sea and Ultimate Challenge, engaged nearly 100 students in physical challenges such as the 1000 Steps in Ferntree Gully, high ropes in Belgrave, rock climbing in Nunawading, orienteering in Emerald, and surfing at Urbnsurf in Tullamarine.

Health knowledge and promotion focused on key pillars for living well, including respectful relationships, healthy connections, and the benefits of regular physical activity for overall well-being. Students explored nutrition, the effects of drugs and alcohol, and how to make empowered choices for positive long-term outcomes.

A major highlight was the introduction of VET Sport and Recreation on campus. Nineteen students completed a busy, rewarding year, gaining hands-on experience in career development programs at St Kilda Football Club, earning First Aid certification, and facilitating sports officiating and management. In 2025, these students will advance to Year 2, joined by a new Year 1 class as the program continues to grow.

Health and PE Week in Term 3 emphasised the importance of nutrition, with the theme ‘2 and 5’—two serves of fruit, five serves of vegetables, and two litres of water daily. Year 8A students created free veggie bags to encourage their peers in reaching this goal.

Looking ahead, our department is expanding the curriculum. Year 8 and 9 timetables will now include additional Health classes, Year 10 will have a fullyear Health and PE course, and the popular Outdoor Education elective will return for Year 9. We’re also introducing VCAA Health & Human Development and Physical Education for Units 1–4, alongside an expanded Sport and Recreation stream. The future looks bright!

A heartfelt thank you to our Human Development staff—your dedication to creating fun, meaningful learning experiences is truly appreciated by both students and myself.

PATHWAYS

Damian McAuliffe Pathways Leader

2024 has been a very busy year in the Pathways area. Some significant highlights included:

YEAR 10 FUTURE FOCUS DAYS

In Term 1 the Year 10 students participated in a range of activities, including the Morrisby Aptitudes Assessment, which aimed to develop their awareness of their vocational interests and strengths. This information was used to guide their investigation of potential career paths, and was analysed during a course advising session to assist them in selecting their pathway and subjects for Years 11 and 12. Term 2 activities included a visit to Deakin University to experience campus life, and to gain an appreciation for the incredible facilities available to them.

YEAR 9 FUTURE FOCUS PROGRAM

In late Term 2 the Year 9 students participated in a number of Pathways activities, including the Morrisby Aspirations and Priorities surveys, designed to develop our students’ understanding of their career interests and preferences, and to encourage them to begin exploring a range of potential careers. This program culminated in the Year 9 Subject Information Session, where Heads of Department provided students with information on the subjects available in Year 10 and the pathways required to study various subjects in VCE.

STRONG ATTENDANCE AT PATHWAYS

EVENTS

Thanks to our students and families who attended our Salesian Tertiary Expo in July, which was held in conjunction with the Subject Selection Information Evening. In addition, many students and families have continued to explore Melbourne’s world class tertiary

institutions through visits to Open Days, Experience Days, information sessions and faculty and campus tours. We will continue to strongly encourage our students to explore a range of Pathways events in 2025.

YEAR 12

Term 3 and 4 activities for our senior students involved information sessions on the VTAC application process and individual meetings with each Year 12 student regarding their desired pathways beyond Salesian College.

I’d like to acknowledge the enthusiastic involvement of the Oratory Leaders and the fantastic support of the Year Level Leaders throughout 2024. Also, thanks to Mr Atul Khambete and Mrs Klara Baka for their invaluable assistance with the Year 10 Morrisby Course Advising Programme, and the Learning Leaders who contributed to the Subject Selection events. In addition, a massive thank you to the following people: Mrs Gina Nenos for arranging events, Mrs Charmaine Park and Mrs Deborah Rabot for assisting with staffing, the IT Team for their support, and the Facilities Team for all their help in setting up for events throughout the year.

Finally, I’d like to express my utmost respect to the Year 12 class of 2024 for the incredible determination and resilience they have displayed throughout their time at Salesian College. I wish them all the very best in their future endeavours.

VOCATIONAL MINOR YEAR 10

Another successful year of the Vocational Minor programme was completed. It has been a pleasure to work with the boys throughout the year. They should be proud of the way they have conducted themselves.

Some of the highlights of this year have been the numerous excursions we went on, such as the Grand Prix excursion. We were able to get a close look at the F1 cars in action. Another excursion that was really fun was the Richmond Football Club Experience. We had a chance to watch the players train, and we even got to stand on the ground while the head coach was interviewed. The day was filled with fun as we got to participate in a gym session held by an AFLW player and a few of the Richmond Institute students.

I have enjoyed VM, as it has been more suited to me than mainstream. We get to do a lot of hands on learning and learn more about real life scenarios. I have also enjoyed attending school four days a week while going to TAFE one day in Semester 1 and work experience in Semester 2. These opportunities have all given me an insight into life outside of school.

I have learned lots of new skills this year. I have a better understanding of how a building site works. I have learned more skills that will help me in my future career. I have learned about the pricing of everyday items, and I have a further understanding of basic maths skills that will help me as a future carpenter and in tax and purchasing tools.

TAFE was an amazing experience, as we learned many different wooden joints and got to build a variety of things, such as a toolbox, sawhorse and stool, among many other things. We also started at 8:30am and finished at 12:30pm, so we were able to enjoy the rest of the day afterwards. Work experience was a wonderful

opportunity to wrap my head around how a building site functions and how the various trades work together. I was able to gain many tips and tricks from the carpenters I have been working with. Although it has been physically challenging, I still look forward to showing up every week and learning something new.

Timmy Burns

I would like to thank their teachers: Mr Andrew Sambell, Mr Nigel Yates, Mr Simon Greely and Mr Dane Rogers, as well as Mr Billy Pappas for all his help supporting our boys. Thanks also to Mrs Lois Curry and Ms Lucyanne Agius for all their help in the kitchen, and Mrs Kathryn Zwalf for all her help and support over the year as well.

All the best for the future, boys!

Emily Roach

Timmy Burns Year 10 Vocational Minor Student

Emily Roach Vocational Minor Oratory Teacher

VOCATIONAL MA JOR YEAR 11

Hermon Intermediate Vocational Major Oratory Teacher

What a year it has been for the Year 11 Vocational Major students! We welcomed many new faces throughout the year, but by the end of the year they were working together as one cohesive group.

The year started off with the boys getting prepared for their Structured Workplace Learning (SWL), as well as becoming accustomed to their many requirements for the program. This ranged from completing work, organising projects, and developing into good men and honest citizens. The boys were introduced to the world of work, where they had the opportunity to work in their chosen industry, which aligned with their TAFE course. It was great to hear back from the boys each week on what they had done, and what new skills they had learnt. TAFE was another highlight for the boys, as they were provided with the opportunity to learn outside the classroom, and to develop their independence. They should be incredibly proud of themselves for what they achieved at both TAFE and Structured Workplace Learning.

In the VCE Vocational Major program, students study four key subjects, which are Literacy, Numeracy, Work Related Skills (WRS) and Personal Development Skills (PDS). In Literacy, students had the opportunity to travel into the city and to visit places which were mentioned in their text study, ‘Runner’ by Robert Newton, and to visit the Shrine of Remembrance to learn more about World War One. In Work Related Skills, the boys had the opportunity to show their achievements from the year at the annual Showcase, where they were able to present on the year, and also present their work to teachers, members of the leadership team and also their families. The Salesian Cup was a highlight of the year for Personal Development Skills, and was a success! The barbeque, footy match between the Year 11 and Year 12 students and the VIP

areas ran excellently, and the boys received such positive feedback. In Numeracy, students had the opportunity to put into practice the skills which they had learnt this year, and to design a tiny home, where they are looking at how they can solve homelessness.

As you can see, the year has been incredibly busy for the Year 11 Applied Learning students, and they have all achieved a lot this year. The Year 11 students would like to thank the following staff for their tireless efforts this year, and for their ongoing support: Mr Daniel Catoggio, Miss Molly Hermon, Ms Rosa Salemme, Mrs Emily Roach, Mrs Freda Sibonis, Mr Dane Rogers, Mrs Deborah Rabot, Mr Declan Crowe and Mr Billy Pappas. In particular we would like to thank Ms Kathryn Zwalf for all her work this year, and her continued support of both the students and staff.

All the best for the future!

Molly

VOCATIONAL MA JOR YEAR 12

Kathryn Zwalf Applied Learning Leader

It has been a pleasure to watch so many of the Year 12 VCE Vocational Major classes grow into such brilliant young men. The students did themselves proud within our projects, which included The World’s Greatest Shave and community engagement projects.

The group projects were a huge highlight for 2024 within the Year 12 Applied Learning program. We started the year with our World’s Greatest Shave BBQ in Numeracy, which was an outstanding success, with the students serving breakfast burritos and chicken skewers. Under the guidance of Ms Rosa Salemme and Ms Alexandra Cust the students then organised the World’s Greatest Shave event. It was so wonderful to see the students working together as a team to raise money for the Leukemia Foundation.

As a part of the Personal Development Skills program with Ms Rosa Salemme, and Ms Alexandra Cust, the students organised community projects. These projects included a food drive, soccer coaching, gardening and creating a veggie garden at Mannix.

TAFE on a Wednesday was a real highlight for the students, where so many practical skills were developed for their future careers. Structured Workplace Learning on Thursdays gave so many opportunities to put these newly learnt skills into action. These onsite practical days seemed to be a highlight, and a wonderful opportunity to set themselves up for their futures. Christian Bernardo also juggled Year 12 alongside his School Based Apprenticeship this year, which has given him a head start in completing his professional accreditation in carpentry.

On behalf of the students I would like to thank the students’ other oratory teacher, Mr Styron Augustus, as well as their subject teachers: Mr Dane Rogers, Mr Daniel

Catoggio, Ms Rosa Salemme, Ms Alexandra Cust, and Mr Andrew Sambell. Thank you to Mr Declan Crowe, Mr Billy Pappas and, Mrs Jackie McKinnon for their constant support of the students. Thank you also to Mrs Lois Curry for her expertise in the kitchen, and the IT team for their support during projects.

Massive congratulations to the whole class of 2024. You have really done yourselves proud, and I wish you all the success and happiness in your lives. A student who requires special mention is George Vagas for being such a wonderful Applied Learning Captain this year, and also for his tireless work during the year. George, you are a brilliant young man, and I really appreciate all your support and enthusiasm this year. I would also like to congratulate Christian Bernardo for his achievement as the Vocational Major Student of the Year.

It has been a real pleasure to work with these wonderful young men this year (and for some of you, for the past four years). I wish you nothing but happiness in your future, and remember, if you want to achieve anything good in life you have to work for it.

RUA RESOURCE CENTRE

Ria Khambete Information Services Leader

This has been an exciting year for the Rua Resource Centre, filled with dynamic programmes and creative activities that have helped to foster a love for reading and learning across the College community. From the introduction of new services and the digitisation of College Yearbooks to the return of favourite events, the library has been a hub of activity for students and staff alike.

RESEARCH SKILLS CLASSES

A series of Research Skills classes was introduced, aimed at enhancing students’ academic abilities. These classes covered navigating databases, assessing website credibility, effective citation and note-taking strategies. Students from various year levels benefitted by developing skills that will serve them well in both their academic and future professional lives.

BOOK WEEK ACTIVITIES

One of the highlights of the year was the annual Book Week celebration. This year, we were thrilled to host acclaimed author Alice Pung, who delivered an inspiring talk about her writing journey and the importance of storytelling in connecting cultures and communities.

In addition, the week featured interactive workshops such as Book Folding and Blackout Poetry, where participating students and staff transformed old books into beautiful sculptures and creatively repurposed printed text into original works of art.

The week ended with a fun-filled character dress-up, where staff and students enjoyed dressing as their favourite characters.

READING PROGRAMMES

Reading programmes organised throughout the year were a great success.

In Term 1, the Read5 challenge encouraged students to read any five books of their choice, sparking interest across various genres.

Terms 2 and 3 saw the introduction of the first House Reading Challenge, a friendly competition between College Houses that brought students and staff together in their shared love of reading. Alongside this new programme, the Premier’s Reading Challenge, a statewide initiative, was also offered to students from Year 7 to Year 10.

Term 4 was marked by the “Around the World” reading challenge, where participants explored global cultures and stories through themed books, broadening their literary horizons.

BOOK CLUB

This year, we were excited to launch the Book Club, a space where students and staff come together to share their love for reading. Each fortnight, members selected a genre to explore, creating an inclusive environment for thoughtful conversations and insights. The Book Club has been a fantastic way to foster a sense of community, offering students a supportive space to share their ideas and opinions, connect over literature and develop a deeper appreciation for storytelling. This has helped to boost their confidence in expressing themselves. It has been a fun, yet intellectually enriching experience, complementing students’ academic growth.

MANNIX LUNCHTIME OPENING ON THURSDAYS

In response to requests, operating hours at the Mannix campus were extended, providing students with a space where they could engage in reading, collaborative learning, or find quiet moments of focus.

All these initiatives were made possible due to the hard work and dedication of the library staff. A special thanks to Mr Joshua Bryan, whose ongoing support and enthusiasm were instrumental in making this year a success. I would also like to acknowledge the continuous support from all the staff and the Leadership Team.

SALESIAN AWARDS

Rob Mercer Assistant Principal - Strategy and Organisation

The Salesian Awards are a cherished tradition at our College. They stand as a testament to individual student contributions in the realms of Academics, Culture, Sports and Citizenship. Envisioned to inspire a holistic education within the Catholic Salesian tradition, these awards serve as a means to recognise the boys shaping our College culture through active participation.

Beginning the journey in Year 7, boys accrue points across the four areas, eventually qualifying for the prestigious Bronze, Silver, or Gold Salesian Award. Every term, at the final assembly, these accolades are bestowed upon those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment. The esteemed Gold Award, requiring a total of 1200 points, mandates a minimum of 750 in Academic participation and 300 in Citizenship.

Academic points are anchored in a student’s average mark for a semester, while Citizenship points celebrate the exceptional execution of ordinary deeds. For instance, a teacher may grant a Citizenship merit for a student’s

commendable assistance to peers. Cultural points acknowledge participation in activities like Debating, College Production or Chess, while Sport points are earned through engagement in House and ACC sports.

A unique aspect is the inclusive nature of these awards, where every teacher plays a role in acknowledging achievements, ensuring that both minor and significant accomplishments receive due recognition. In 2024, school life was invigorating, witnessing students actively engaging in various events throughout the year. Despite challenges, the Salesian Awards spotlight the understated, consistent and positive efforts that boys contribute to their educational journey.

Our heartfelt congratulations are extended to the recipients, acknowledging their accomplishments and expressing gratitude for the enriching impact they’ve had on the school community. As they bid farewell to the College, their legacy resonates, leaving the school community a more vibrant and fulfilled place.

VCE RESULTS

Our students have all excelled in VCE Scored, VCE Unscored and VCE Vocational Major Pathways. Salesian College Chadstone is proud of all our students from the Class of 2024.

At the beginning of the 2024 Academic year, College Principal Mark Ashmore challenged our students to dream, to dream big, dream crazy what they would like to achieve in Year 12, in their faith, with their relationships with others, in their interests and with their studies.

Our Strenna, “The dream that makes you dream”, from the Salesian Rector Major, highlights that, like Giovanni Bosco, God has a dream for all of us, a plan tailor made by God himself. The 2024 academic results demonstrate that our students dreamed and put in the effort to ensure that their God given talents were used.

Our 2024 VCE results showcase not only the remarkable achievements of our students, but also the critical role played by their families, teachers and peers in supporting them. Together, we have nurtured an environment that values perseverance, determination and the pursuit of excellence.

We would like to congratulate our College Dux Jordi Dermitzakis on achieving an outstanding ATAR of 99.45, putting him in the top 0.05% of all Year 12 students in the state.

Jordi achieved a study score of 49 in Applied Computing, 47 in English, 45 in Physics, 42 in Mathematical Methods, 41 in Religion and Society (2023, Year 11), 34 Languages Greek (2023, Year 11). Jordi is set to study his first preference of Engineering at Monash University at Clayton.

We also congratulate our 2024 College Proxime Accessit Joel Knight, who achieved an outstanding ATAR of 99.30. Joel displayed an excellent approach to his studies. He worked with great resolve and stoicism, and developed an independence that will serve him well after his Salesian College journey ends.

Congratulations to our VCE Vocational Major Student of the year Christian Bernardo, who has demonstrated consistent leadership in class, in projects and events, and has been a positive advocate for the applied learning program at parent information evenings and in the wider community.

ATAR BREAKDOWN

ATAR of 95 or Higher: 2024 12.0% ATAR of 90 or Higher: 2024, 24.0% 4.0%

ATAR of 80 or Higher: 2024, 45.0% 5.0%

ATAR of 70 or Higher: 2024, 68.0% 6.0%

PERFECT SCORE (50)

James McLaughlin – Maths: General Mathematics

COLLEGE RESULTS

Dux 99.45

Median 32

Percentage of study scores of 40 and over 12%

Number of study scores of 40 and over 93

Students above ATAR 99.0 3

OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT

A perfect study score of 50 in General Mathematics

Three study scores of 49 in Software Development, Persian (Year 11), and General Mathematics

Four study scores of 48 in English (2), General Mathematics, and Visual Communication Design

Two study scores of 47 in English and Physics

12 Year 11 students achieved a study score over 40

Percentage of students achieving an ATAR of above 80: 45% ( 4% from 2023)

14 student leaders achieving ATAR over 91

VCE Completion Rate: 100%

VCE Vocational Major Completion Rate: 100%

VCE Baccalaureate: 5

Congratulations to Year 12 student Christian Moraes, who was drafted by Port Adelaide in the AFL Draft. He has begun training at Alberton, and is excited by this opportunity to play at the highest level.

Each Salesian student has had his own pathway supported by the College staff, peers and family. We thank every teacher and staff member within our community who has embraced our College values with concentrated efforts and strategies to provide each student with the best possible opportunity to achieve personal excellence.

To read the full breakdown of our outstanding 2024 VCE results, please scan the QR Code.

40+ STUDY SCORES

Congratulations to the following students who achieved Study Scores of 40 and above.

STUDY SCORE OF 50

Maths: General Mathematics  James Mclaughlin

STUDY SCORE OF 49

Applied Comp:

Software Development  Jordi Dermitzakis

Languages: Persian  Vand Sabzi

Maths: General Mathematics  Patrick Sutherland

STUDY SCORE OF 48

English  Liam Matteo

English  Thomas Nguyen

Maths: General Mathematics  Anton Occhiuto

Visual Communication Design  Liam Matteo

STUDY SCORE OF 47

Physics  Jordi Dermitzakis

English  Andrew Tan

STUDY SCORE OF 46

English  Christos Giakoumatos

STUDY SCORE OF 45

English  James Valiontis

English  Jordi Dermitzakis

English  Joseph Casuscelli

English  Patrick Sutherland

English  Xavier Caiafa

Maths: General Mathematics  Liam Griffiths

STUDY SCORE OF 44

Applied Comp: Software Development  Liam Matteo

English  Benjamin Prabhu

English  Liam Griffiths

Environmental Science  Samuel Gould

History: Australian History  Xavier Caiafa

Maths: General Mathematics  William Thurston

Physics  Joel Knight

STUDY SCORE OF 43

Applied Comp: Software Development  Thenuk Devendra

Chemistry  Joel Knight

English  Dylan Rayen

English  James Batsis

English  Pranai Sai Ande

English  Samuel Gould

Environmental Science  Ashton Smolic

Environmental Science  Julian Campbell

History: Australian History  Samuel Gould

Legal Studies  Christos Giakoumatos

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Joel Knight

Physics  Anthony Saraullo

Physics  Stefan Ianno

STUDY SCORE OF 42

Accounting  Anthony Saraullo

Business Management  Harry Gardner

Chemistry  Stefan Ianno

Economics

Bailey Edwards

English

Ryan Ronald

Environmental Science  Joseph Casuscelli

Environmental Science  Stefan Ianno

Legal Studies

Samuel Gould

Maths: General Mathematics Abin Gautam

Maths: General Mathematics

Daniel Dinatale

Maths: General Mathematics Harrison Kukulovski

Maths: General Mathematics Ryan Ronald

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Jordi Dermitzakis

Media 3 Jeremy Rankin

Physics

Alexander Marinis

Physics  Liam Griffiths

Physics  Liam Matteo

STUDY SCORE OF 41

Accounting William Kesuma

Biology  Vand Sabzi

Business Management Christos Giakoumatos

Business Management Zac Dunne

English  Angelo Moutafis

English  Joel Knight

Environmental Science  Angelo Moutafis

Legal Studies  Patrick Sutherland

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Alexander Marinis

Maths: Specialist Mathematics  Joel Knight

Psychology  Patrick Sutherland

Psychology  Thomas Nguyen

Visual Communication Design  Luca De STUDY SCORE OF 40

Accounting  Bailey Edwards

Accounting  Karumbaiah Abhav Chenanda

Biology Sachin James Biology  Finn Power

Chemistry Alexander Marinis

Economics  Alessandro Pozzoli

English  Benjamin Brooks

English  Hayden Selliah

English  Ilia Natsioulas

English  James Mclaughlin

English  Karumbaiah Abhav Chenanda

English  Oscar Ryan

English  Rayan Singh

Health and Human Development  Christos Babatsias

History: Australian History Thomas Maguire-Nguyen

Legal Studies  James Valiontis

Maths: General Mathematics Christos Babatsias

Maths: General Mathematics Ilia Natsioulas

Maths: General Mathematics Liam Rusli

Maths: General Mathematics Lukas Avila-Escobar

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Anthony Saraullo

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Karumbaiah Abhav Chenanda

Maths: Mathematical Methods  Liam Matteo

Physics  Benjamin Brooks

Psychology  Pranai Sai Ande

2024 DUX INTERVIEW

Jordi Dermitsakis 2024 College Dux

On behalf of our community, we congratulate our 2024 Dux, Jordi Dermitzakis, who achieved an outstanding ATAR of 99.45, putting him in the top 0.05% of all Year 12 students in the state.

He achieved a study score of 49 in Applied Computing, 47 in Physics, 45 in English, 42 in Mathematical Methods, 41 in Religion and Society (in 2023) and 34 in Languages – Greek (in 2023).

Jordi intends to study his first preference of Engineering (Honours)/Computer Science at Monash University (Clayton).

Read Jordi’s interview with Principal Mark Ashmore about how he kept his focus in his later years, and the key individuals who supported and guided him. I also had the opportunity to listen and learn about his aspirations for the future.

CAN YOU EXPLAIN WHAT MOTIVATED YOU TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENCE?

My motivation stemmed from a deep desire to push my boundaries and uncover my full potential, even when the challenges ahead seemed daunting. I was driven by the idea of proving to myself that I could not only meet, but exceed, the expectations set before me. It was about showing that, with effort and determination, I could rise to any challenge and demonstrate that my capabilities are greater than I might have imagined.

NOW THAT THE RESULTS ARE IN, WHAT ARE YOUR NEXT STEPS?

Now that the results are in, my immediate focus is on relaxing and spending quality time with my family and

friends, who have been a tremendous source of support throughout the year. I plan to continue casually working to stay productive, while also allowing myself time to recharge. Looking ahead, I’m excited to pursue a double degree in Engineering and Computer Science at Monash University.

WITH OUTSTANDING RESULTS COME MANY OPPORTUNITIES. HOW WILL YOU USE THESE TO WORK TOWARDS YOUR LONG-TERM GOALS?

Outstanding results open doors to a wide range of opportunities, and I plan to use them as a springboard to achieve my goals. These results will help me develop the technical skills and critical thinking necessary for a career in innovation and problem solving.

IF YOU HAD TO DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN JUST FOUR WORDS, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?

Hardworking, driven, courteous, efficient.

IN WHAT WAYS HAVE YOUR TEACHERS SUPPORTED YOU AND KEPT YOU ON TRACK THROUGHOUT YEAR 12?

The teachers at school consistently dedicated their time and effort to support my learning. They were always accessible, whether in person or through email, and went above and beyond to challenge me and encourage my growth, demonstrating their belief in my potential to excel. A special mention goes to all the teachers I have had throughout my Salesian journey, especially my Year 12 teachers: Mr Khambete, Mr Andrews, Mrs Poulose and Ms Nazar for their continuous support.

HOW HAVE COURAGE AND DETERMINATION CONTRIBUTED TO YOUR SUCCESS IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS?

Courage has helped me to step outside my comfort zone and to take on challenges that initially felt overwhelming, whether it was tackling difficult topics in my studies, speaking up in class discussions or pursuing leadership opportunities. Determination, on the other hand, has been about consistency and resilience. It’s easy to stay motivated when everything is going smoothly, but it’s during setbacks that determination really counts. There were times when I felt exhausted or doubted my abilities, but I reminded myself of my goals and the effort I’d already invested. Together, these skills have allowed me to see challenges not as obstacles, but as opportunities for growth.

WHAT LESSONS HAVE YOUR RELATIONSHIPS AT SALESIAN TAUGHT YOU?

My relationships at Salesian have shown me that working with peers and sharing ideas can lead to better outcomes than working alone. I have learned the importance of empathy, respect and mutual support, and I will carry these lessons with me, knowing they have shaped both my personal growth and my approach to teamwork.

WHAT THREE PIECES OF ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO CURRENT STUDENTS?

Firstly, make sure to master time management. It’s not just about fitting everything in, but prioritising what matters most. Create a schedule that includes dedicated study time, but don’t forget to include breaks and moments for relaxation. Maintaining a balance is crucial for your mental health, and ensures that you don’t burn out.

Secondly, don’t be afraid to seek support from teachers and peers. No one achieves success entirely on their own, and reaching out for help is a strength, not a weakness. Whether it’s asking a teacher to explain a challenging concept or discussing ideas with classmates, collaboration can deepen your understanding and make the journey less isolating. Teachers are there to support you, and peers can offer fresh perspectives, so take advantage of these resources.

Lastly, make sure to stay resilient. Year 12 is full of challenges, and setbacks are inevitable. The key is to view these moments as opportunities to learn and grow. If something doesn’t go as planned, take a moment to reflect, adapt and try again. Resilience is about persistence and maintaining a positive attitude, even when the road gets tough. Remember, every setback brings you one step closer to achieving your goals if you don’t give up.

HOW DID YOU MANAGE TO EXCEL ACADEMICALLY WHILE ALSO PARTICIPATING IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES DURING YOUR TIME AT THE COLLEGE?

Excelling academically while participating in extracurricular activities required effective time management and strategic planning. Completing two Unit 3 & 4 subjects in Year 11 gave me additional flexibility this year, allowing me to maintain hobbies and casual work, which provided a much needed break from my studies. I made the most of my free periods and study halls at school, using them to stay on top of content and prepare for SACs. This approach ensured that I had dedicated time for both

academic responsibilities and personal interests, helping me to maintain a balanced and productive routine throughout the year.

WHAT HAS BEEN THE MOST REWARDING PART OF YOUR YEAR 12 JOURNEY?

The most rewarding part of my Year 12 journey has been the connections I’ve built and the memories I’ve made with my peers. Going through the challenges and triumphs of this final year together strengthened our bonds and created a sense of camaraderie that made even the toughest moments feel manageable. I made a conscious effort to find joy in the experience, from celebrating small victories to making the most of shared moments with friends. Seeing my ATAR and results at the end of it all was truly the icing on the cake, but the journey itself and the relationships I’ve fostered have been the most meaningful aspects of this year.

HOW DO YOU PLAN TO APPLY THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE YOU’VE GAINED IN THE FUTURE?

I plan to apply the skills and knowledge I’ve gained by leveraging them in my future studies and career. The critical thinking, problem solving and time management skills I’ve developed will be invaluable as I pursue my university degree. Ultimately, I hope to apply what I’ve learned to make a meaningful impact in the field of technology and engineering.

VALEDICTORY AWARDS

Mark Ashmore Principal

In 2023 the College introduced new awards to be awarded to Year 12 students at the Valedictory Dinner. Each award is linked to a person in the Salesian story, as it creates another opportunity to share the charism and make it come to life in the contemporary times in which the student receives it, ‘honouring the past, shaping our future’. The awards are aligned to our College visions, mission and values, highlighting service to others in the community.

Students and staff nominated individuals for the awards, with the Leadership Team determining the awardees to recognise achievements in the community.

AWARDS

BARTHOLOMEW GARELLI PRINCIPAL’S AWARD/S

The Principal’s Award is an occasional award which may be presented to a Year 12 student who has achieved commendably in Year 12, in spite of some particular and special hardships with which he has had to contend throughout the year.

Like Bartholomew Garelli, the student recipient is resilient, persistent, is humble, yet quietly confident.

In 2024, the College acknowledges two students receiving this award, Luca Mandile and Luke Lazos.

ST FRANCIS DE SALES AWARD

The St Francis de Sales Award goes to a student who over his time at the College has;

• consistently embodied, exhibited and promoted the vision, mission and values of the College in his conduct and relationships, both within and beyond the College community,

• demonstrated the Salesian charism of a ‘strong mind and gentle heart’ and a ‘loving kindness’ in his relationships with others.

The recipient of the 2024 St Francis de Sales Award is Benji Mathieson

DOMINIC SAVIO AWARD

The Dominic Savio Award is given to a student who over his time at the College has;

• demonstrated personal growth and maturity,

• had significant involvement in artistic or sporting endeavours,

• shown endeavour ‘above and beyond’ in some capacity,

• been actively involved in the wider College community.

The recipient of the 2024 Dominic Savio Award is Andrew Tan.

OMNIA AWARD

The Omnia Award is given to a student who over his time at the College has;

• made an outstanding contribution to community service within or on behalf of Salesian College, thus living out our College motto of “all things to all people”,

• demonstrated a community mindedness and action which is selfless, voluntary and regular, without the expectation of reward or recognition.

The recipients of the 2024 Omnia Award are Jackson Leopold and Brodie Grewcock.

BLESSED MICHAEL RUA AWARD - VCE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

The Michael Rua Award goes to a student who over his time at the College has;

• achieved outstanding academic results consistently during his six years at the College,

• demonstrated a consistent approach to achieving personal excellence,

• shared his skills and knowledge by participating in authentic, collaborative learning that enriches others, such as in classroom and study hall.

The recipient of the 2024 Blessed Michael Rua Award for VCE Scored Excellence is Liam Matteo

THE MICHAEL RUA AWARD - VCE VOCATIONAL MAJOR

The Michael Rua Award goes to a student who over his time at the College has;

• demonstrated personal excellence in each of the learning components of the Vocational Major Program,

• demonstrated a high degree of independent and collaborative learning skills and knowledge in a range of learning and work commitments,

• strived for personal excellence whilst modelling himself on servant leadership qualities,

• shown leadership for learning in a variety of learning environments.

The recipient of the 2024 Blessed Michael Rua Award for VCE Vocational Major Excellence is Christian Bernardo.

STUDENT LEADERSHIP

Molly O’Shea Student Leadership and Empowerment Leader

2024 was a year of new initiatives and dedication for our Student Leaders. The journey began in 2023 with the annual APSPA Captains Conference, ACC Leadership Launch, and our Leadership Formation Day in collaboration with Sacred Heart. These events allowed our leaders to reflect on how they wanted their journey to unfold and begin discovering the tools they would need to realise their vision for 2024, building connections both within and outside our College community. The leaders walked away brimming with ideas, and eager to see them realised in 2024.

And they did. Our Leaders began their work with the Semester 1 Student Congress, which saw many excellent proposals put forward and then enacted. They launched the ‘Push-Up Challenge’, a whole school initiative where the boys completed 3,249 push-ups to promote discussion about mental health in Australia. This encouraged student involvement, and raised a total of $3,315 to support Australians struggling with mental health. Another proposal presented by the boys was the ‘Soccer Festival’, held during the last week of Term 2. Over five days, our four Houses battled it out, culminating in a senior final, ending in a penalty shootout between Collinson and Annecy. The leaders also held a barbeque to raise money for the Salesian Mission. Another Congress achievement was the extension of the Rua Resource Library hours, further strengthening the learning culture at Salesian College.

Another major part of the leaders’ journey for 2024 involved several collaborations and visits with other schools throughout the year. It began with our three College Captains attending a breakfast hosted by Avila College, reciprocated later when Salesian College hosted a lunch for the Avila leaders, in celebration of

International Women’s Day. An additional community connection saw our Captains invited to a Leadership Conference hosted by Melbourne Girls College Captains. Our College Captains and Ambassadors attended the day, where they formed new relationships and further developed their skills through a variety of student led and designed activities.

Our Student Leaders also focused on bringing our students on stage, celebrating their achievements and milestones. They accomplished this by shifting towards more student led assemblies, putting students’ voices at the forefront of these events.

A special mention this year must go to our three College Captains, Benjamin Brooks, James McLaughlin and Dylan Rayen, who have all gone above and beyond to represent Salesian College Chadstone with distinction. They have dedicated countless hours within their busy schedules, and have done themselves and their cohort proud.

As the Class of 2024 passes the privilege of leadership to the 2025 cohort, I look forward to the new experiences the boys will bring. I sincerely thank all the 2024 leaders for their tireless work throughout this year. The College is undoubtedly a better place because of it.

STUDENT LEADERS

STUDENT LEADERS

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9A Yianni Spyropoulos Cooper Guzzo Shaan Loganathan Sopho Papamarkou

9B Prathish Hewage Oliver Felice Sam Pirani Matthew Rowley

9C Dhilan Vijayalingam Lambros Charalambous Hugo Rodrigues Archie Carter

9D Anthony Trajkoski Steven Grammaticopoulos Nathan Rodrigues Lucas Drummond

9E Dante Harbis Theordore Lygoyris James Sourris Milan Caceres

9F Archie LaFrank Andy Thran Archie Lafrank Cohen Slattery

9G Oliver Exton-Anderson Finn Ellaby Danie George Griffin Maralande YEAR 8

8A Alex Stopajnik Thomas Fabiatoas Lucas Mallios Ryan Pandey

8B Ethan D’Souza Nethum Wijethunga Wasala Mudalige Curtis Middleton Laurence Bloomfield

8C Thana Mumford Vaibhav Conjivaram Zac Bhagat Panayoti Katavolos

8D Durell Weeramuni Evan Isaac Fernandez Archie Sutherland Samson Story

8E Leo Woutsersz Ehan Razzak Domenic Puliafito Elijah Pantalleresco

8F Jorge Karavias Visal Kumarage Rocco Addessi Hugo Primiero

YEAR 7

7A Harry Washington Kai Weerasinghe Oliver Grenfell Yohan Marshall

7B Hugo Le Luca Finamore Shawn Shums Luke Son

7C George Anderson Andrew Georgiou Ari Panagakos Erich Saifert

7D Cooper Stanley Aarav Dhir Anthony Torcasio Ryan Pradeesh

7E Raphael (Raf) Hariyanto Jairus De Guzman Peter Kotsonas Shubh Patel

7F Zac Nicholls Toriah Mbugua Manjot Dhillon Daniel Charabie

HOUSE CUP COMPETITION

Richard Bourbon Assistant Principal - Students and Engagement

The House system is an integral part of life at Salesian College, with annual events eagerly anticipated by students across all year levels. Whether it’s one of the many sporting events like swimming, athletics, the soccer festival, or cross country, or cultural pursuits such as debating and fundraising activities like Shrove Tuesday, the wide range of events caters to a variety of interests.

Salesian College students approach these events with great enthusiasm, both as participants and spectators. Some of my favourite moments this year have been watching students encourage their peers in different events. This spirit of support lies at the heart of the school culture, and is frequently highlighted by students of all ages as one of the most positive aspects of our school.

A new initiative in the House system this year was the Soccer Festival Week during the final week of Term 2. This outstanding addition to the programme was well received by all students, and added to the excitement of the House events calendar.

I would like to extend my congratulations to our House Captains and Vice Captains, listed below, for their dedication this year. I am incredibly proud of their efforts in promoting participation, inclusivity and a supportive spirit within their houses.

Captain Will Thurston

Vice-Captain Nick Goodman

A special thank you goes to Ms Alexandra Cust (Annecy House Leader), Mr Thomas Andrews (Collinson House Leader), Mr Dane Rogers (Moroney House Leader) and Miss Lisa Dupuy (Savio House Leader), for their tireless efforts throughout the year. Their commitment has ensured that all House events embody the college values of Respect, Integrity, Belonging, Joy and Dynamism, with exceptional House spirit evident in each event.

The final results for this year are as follows:

Academic Shield: Annecy House

Citizenship Shield: Collinson House

Cultural Shield: Moroney House

Sports Shield: Collinson House

Overall House Cup: Collinson House

Congratulations to all students and teachers for their participation in this year’s events, and for continuing to make the House system such an integral and vibrant part of life at Salesian College Chadstone.

ANNECY HOUSE

Alexandra Cust Annecy House Leader

This year has been one to remember, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished in the Lions’ Den. Our boys showed exceptional dedication, spirit and teamwork, coming together to achieve some remarkable victories.

As in previous years, we triumphed in the Athletics Carnival, where our collective effort shone, and we dominated in both track and field. Annecy boys turned up in droves and participated in our pancake competition, soccer festival, the inaugural Futsal competition, House Debating and the House Reading Challenge, showcasing our commitment to achieving Annecy victories. We proved our endurance and grit by winning the Cross Country as well, with Annecy’s own Calvin Gillespie taking out the Year 9 event and Cristiano Belmuda winning in the Year 7 division. On the academic front, we also secured the Academic Shield, a reflection of our students’ hard work and commitment to excellence in their studies.

In the face of tough competition from all other Houses, I couldn’t be prouder of how our boys respresented Annecy throughout the year.

I’d like to thank our Year 10 leaders, Tom Ciorciari and Krish Ahuja, and our Year 11 leaders, Andrew Byun and Alvin Lee, for their incredible commitment to our Annecy House this year, and of course, House Captain Will Thurston and Vice-Captain Nick Goodman, for their continuous support and dedication to Annecy over their years as House Leaders, and for their exceptional leadership of all students.

A few words from House Captain, Will Thurston, regarding this year:

The year 2024 has brought many ups and downs with the Annecy boys. From winning both the Athletics and Cross Country carnivals, being finalists in the soccer competition, and performing well in Futsal, it was a marvel that the Sports Shield didn’t return to its rightful owners in 2024. However, taking out the Academic Shield for the first time in a while was a great testament to the boys’ hard work in the classroom. Being able to lead such a prestigious House has left me with such a sense of pride that I will remember fondly in years to come. The culture in the Lions’ Den is second to none, and I appreciate

all the hard work from every single Annecy boy, day in and day out. As well, my journey could not have been as great and easy as it was without the continuous help and support from Ms Alexandra Cust and Nicholas Goodman, who supported me along the way. Thank you, boys, for such a great 2024!

I can’t wait to see what the future holds for Annecy, and I’m sure that with this same determination and spirit we will continue to achieve great things. Well done, boys. This year has truly been one to remember! Thank you for making my year as Annecy House Leader an absolute pleasure, and I look forward to more victories in the coming years!

COLLINSON HOUSE

Thomas Andrews Collinson House Leader

Collinson House entered 2024 reeling after finishing in last place in 2023. But as ever, the young men of Collinson steeled themselves early in the year and put on a resilient display in both the Swimming and Athletics Carnivals. Despite finishing fourth in both competitions, a comforting thought is that this will hopefully lead to a selection of quality draft picks for the 2025 Year 7 intake. I extend a big thank you to those who participated on these days and adorned the mighty green, particularly Ben D’Souza, Yohan Marshall, TJ Mumford, Seb Bayard, Sam Pozzoli, Timmy Burns, and Spencer and Benji Mathieson.

In better news, the boys found themselves in more familiar territory during the Shrove Tuesday pancake competition. The student leaders cooked up a floury storm, and the student body rallied behind the Collinson cause. A second place finish on the day was a success. We’ll go back to the drawing board and stock up on Hershey’s chocolate sauce in preparation for a huge showing in 2025.

Moving forward, the Dragons pushed hard in all three divisions of the inaugural soccer festival in Term 2, culminating in a completely legitimate win in the senior competition following a thrilling penalty shootout. A massive thank you to the 10+ Year 12s who signed a

temporary loan deal to help Collinson over the line, as well as to Annecy goalkeeper Matthew Ramman for his genuine match fixing. Better luck next time, Annecy!

Term 3 saw the Mathieson twins seal the deal as the most iconic set of twins to ever grace the hallowed Bosco turf, leading Collinson to a dominant win in the senior Cross Country. Jack Allan and Julian Severino joined them in almost completely lockin g out the top five. Well done, boys! There must have been pancakes at the finish line. Our house put on a great showing, finishing second on the day.

The House has been led sensationally this year by our six house leaders, who have sacrificed much time and effort to get these events off the ground and enrich the school experience. Many thanks to Benji Mathieson, Christian Bernardo, Jack Allan, Jack Lucarelli, Nathan D’Mello and Harly Billing for this.

To conclude, Shakespeare’s King Lear acts as an ominous warning for the other houses leading into 2025: “Come not between the dragon and his wrath.”

MORONEY HOUSE

Dane Rogers Moroney House Leader

Another year of Moroney Knights done and dusted! After taking over from Mr Styron Augustus, who did a tremendous job of leading The Knights for the last few years, it didn’t take long for us to see why Moroney is the best House at the College!

Term 1 saw the House Athletics kick off the year. The eagerness of the new Year 7s to sign up was pleasing to see. We headed to the track with high hopes. The boys gave it their all. Unfortunately, our efforts weren’t reflected on the scoreboard. Having been in fouth position all day, the boys rallied and pushed, and in the end, the Knights came storming home to claim third position.

Coming into the House Swimming, the news of spearhead swimmer Cooper Fry being out with an injury put a dampener on things. Nevertheless, our lads signed up and competed to the best of their ability. All our year levels showed promise, especially our Year 7s. The Knights smashed the swimming carnival, leading all day to claim 1st position. Well done to the boys who participated and cheered on our House throughout the day.

Shrove Tuesday saw our leaders and other volunteers cook pancakes to sell to raise money for our chosen charity. Led by Chenura Nilaweera Patabendige and Patrick Sutherland, we saw some very handy cooking skills from the boys, with some fantastic pancakes being made! However, we could not get the job done in raising

money, as we came 3rd, something to work on in the coming years.

Term 2 saw the introduction of the House Soccer Carnival. Our talented Moroney soccer teams fought it out at Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels. Our Intermediate and Senior year levels fought hard against some tough opposition, but they could not get the job done. Our Junior team won their final in epic fashion, clinching the win in a penalty shootout! Well done, boys!

The House Reading Challenge, a new initiative, saw the boys in a different light. We have some avid readers in our house. We claimed first place, smashing the other houses with a whopping number of minutes read. Thank you to all the boys who signed up and read!

House Debating and Futsal saw the Knights being very competitive, with a few wins in the different year levels. However, Cross Country was not so good, and we finished last on the day.

I would like to thank the Moroney staff, students and leaders for all their hard work and dedication over the year, in particular our Year 12 leaders, Chenura and Pat, for their hard work over the years as Moroney members.

We look forward to next year and seeing the Moroney Knights thriving once again!! Up the Knights!!

SAVIO HOUSE

Lisa Dupuy Savio House Leader

What a fun, rewarding, and memorable year it has been leading Savio House! This year we embraced our iconic blue, unleashed our inner bull and brought an unstoppable energy to all House events.

2024 kicked off with a bang! The Shrove Tuesday pancake fundraiser is a yearly highlight, and our Year 12 leaders arrived bright and early to whip up a storm. Their commitment set the tone for the year, and showed what being part of Savio is all about.

The House Athletics Carnival, though postponed due to weather, saw Savio House start the year off strongly, ultimately claiming second place. Not long after, we made waves at the House Swimming Carnival with yet another second place finish. While our swimming prowess did not prove strong enough against Moroney, we gave it everything we had.

June brought us the inaugural Soccer Festival, an exciting new event led by our Year 12 captains, and Jackson Leopold. Savio’s participation and enthusiasm were unmatched, with our Years 9 and 10 team bringing home gold in a nail-biting final against Annecy. To top it off, we celebrated the Senior finals with a Soccer Colours Day and a sausage sizzle, raising funds for the Salesian Missions in Samoa.

August brought the chilly House Cross Country event, where Savio boys delivered incredible individual performances. Special mentions go to Antonio Tartaro

(Year 8), who blitzed the field to take first place with a time of 9:52.2, and Danie George (Year 9), who secured second place with 9:23.7.

As the year drew to a close, Term 4 was just as action packed. In House Futsal, our Years 7 and 8 team dominated the Junior final against Annecy with a landslide 7–1 victory, while the Years 11 and 12 team sealed a thrilling win in a penalty shootout.

Savio not only demonstrated their talents on the field, but also on the podium. In House Debating, our Junior team defeated Moroney in the grand final. Congratulations to Liam Kelly (Year 9) for his outstanding achievement as “Best Speaker” in both the semi-finals and grand final! However, the unique comedic debates presented by our Senior debating team have prompted talks of roster changes for 2025.

Of course, none of this would have been possible without the effort of our Savio staff and the unwavering support of the 2024 Savio House Captains: Abhav Chenanda Karumbaiah, Ashwin Westcott, Mikael Raheem, Tharusha Senanayake, Keyaan Raheem, and Callum Thieu. Thank you for your dedication and leadership. You’ve made this year unforgettable.

While 2024 may not have been our year on the scoreboard, the Savio boys brought passion and pride to every event. Here’s to another incredible year. Go Bulls!

HOUSE SPORTS

Geordie Nagle Sports Department Assistant

TERM 1

Term 1 kicked off with an exciting array of activities, highlighted by athletics trials for our junior year levels. The boys were buzzing with anticipation as they aimed for spots on the ACC athletics team. The House Athletics Carnival at Bill Sewart Athletics Track, on 13 February, boasted perfect weather for a day filled with track and field events. Congratulations to Annecy, who triumphed in the Athletics Carnival!

Just a few weeks later, the House Swimming Carnival took place at Oakleigh Recreation Centre, where everyone enjoyed a sun-soaked day of competition. The tug of war was a crowd favourite, with enthusiastic support from teammates. Moroney claimed victory in the Swimming Carnival after a thrilling contest.

In addition to the Carnivals, we introduced the junior year levels to house sports, focusing on skill development. The boys engaged in sports over two-week blocks, enhancing their abilities through consistent practice.

HOUSE ATHLETICS RESULTS

Annecy: 978 points

Savio: 879 points

Moroney: 858 points

Collinson: 839 points

HOUSE SWIMMING RESULTS:

Moroney: 599 points

Savio: 571 points

Annecy: 510 points

Collinson: 437 points

As Term 2 commenced, the boys dived straight into house sport activities, with no House Carnivals scheduled. They were eager to explore various sports at off-site venues such as Oakleigh Recreation Centre, Waverley Basketball Centre, and Oakleigh Tennis Club. This term emphasised skill acquisition, especially during the cooler months. Towards the end of the term, we organised trials for Term 3 sports, including basketball, table tennis and hockey, building excitement for the upcoming competitions.

TERM 3

Term 3 was dedicated to Cross Country training and events. The boys honed their running skills through rigorous preparation, culminating in a spirited race at Mannix Campus. Their hard work paid off, with Annecy once again securing first place. The boys continued to participate in diverse sports while gearing up for Term 4 ACC sports trials in cricket, volleyball and tennis.

HOUSE CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS:

Annecy: 527 points

Collinson: 418 points

Savio: 401 points

Moroney: 314 points

TERM 4

With the arrival of Term 4, sunny days and smiles filled the atmosphere. This term shifted focus from skill development to competitive play, allowing boys to engage in Futsal, Dodgeball and Soccer competitions. The camaraderie and sportsmanship were evident as teams battled it out in friendly competition.

Overall, 2024 was another fantastic year for house sport, filled with fun, teamwork and memorable experiences. The dedication and enthusiasm of our students were commendable, setting a strong foundation for future sporting endeavours. Here’s to continuing the tradition of excellence in house sports!

TERM 2

SPORTS ACADEMY

Stephen Sellwood Sports Academy Leader

Throughout 2024, our Sports Academy Programme continued to assist our talented student athletes to excel both on and off the field. Our student athletes have dedicated countless hours to training, both in the gym and the classroom, and in refining their skills in their various sports.

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING SESSIONS

Facilitated by the coaches from ACE Performance, Sports Academy students participated in a weekly strength and conditioning session in the college gym.

SPECIALISED THEORY PROGRAMME

Students completed a specialised theory programme which involved the following athlete/sport-specific topics required for athlete development:

YEAR 7

• Sports Injuries

• Musculoskeletal System

• Sports Nutrition and Hydration

• Biomechanics in Sport

YEAR 8

• Training to Improve Performance

• Cardiorespiratory System

• Decision Making in Sport

YEAR 9

• Develop a Personal Management Plan

• Develop a Travel and Accommodation Plan

• Prepare a Pre or Post Event Meal

• Develop Personal Media Skills

• Develop a Personal Financial Plan

• Sports Recovery Strategies

• Sports Performance Analysis

YEAR 10

• Sports Psychology

• Sports Journalism, Game Reporting and Match Commentary

• Sports Coaching

• Energy Systems and Interplay

SPORTS DIETICIAN

Through our ongoing partnership with Game Day Nutrition, students and their families were provided with a term by term nutrition programme that offers education and reinforcement of positive eating messages. Students were involved in a number of information sessions, as well as a practical cooking session with our Year 9 class, and hydration testing with our Year 10s. Both students and their families were provided with fortnightly tips throughout the year, as well as a number of healthy recipes.

• TERM 1: Training diet essentials

• TERM 2: Game day eating strategies

• TERM 3: A healthy relationship with food

• TERM 4: Hydration and optimising energy

ST KILDA EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP

Sports Academy students were provided with highperformance opportunities and experiences through our partnership with STK Education. The partnership offered our students the chance to experience all components of a high-performance industry, including careers and pathways opportunities, as well as workshops on both nutrition and recovery within the St Kilda Football Club facilities.

MELBOURNE UNITED PARTNERSHIP

Our partnership with Melbourne United supported our talented basketball students to achieve at their highest levels of performance and to develop advanced skills and knowledge by completing a one hour training session per term at Hoop City with Melbourne United coach and former NBL Championship winning player Nathan Crosswell. Former Melbourne United player and now coach, Brad Newley, also facilitated our fortnightly technical sports training sessions.

TECHNICAL SPORTS TRAINING SESSIONS

The students were involved in a number of technical sports training sessions throughout the year with the following coaches:

• AFL: Oakleigh Chargers FC

• Soccer: Liverpool International Academy and Goalkeepers United

• Cricket: YoungGun Cricket

• Basketball: Melbourne United

• Tennis: Michael Logarzo Tennis

2024 SCHOOLS’ CUP INVITATIONAL – SOUTH EAST

The College’s Years 9-10 Sports Academy soccer group were crowned champions at the 2024 Schools’ Cup Invitational. The team went through the day undefeated across its four games.

SPORTS ACADEMY CAMP

This year, 26 Years 9-11 students attended the Sports Academy Performance Camp held at the Surfing Australia High Performance Centre (HPC), an Olympic Training Centre located in Casuarina, NSW. Students spent four days being pushed out of their comfort zone with team building and training activities, including surfing, trampolining, skating, yoga, gym sessions and recovery baths.

While our student athletes strive for excellence in sports, the programme also emphasises academics and character building. Balancing rigorous training schedules with schoolwork is no easy feat, but our student athletes have proved they can excel in both arenas.

A heartfelt thank you goes to our coaches, staff and families for their unwavering support throughout 2024.

ACC SPORT

Jayden Hawkes Sports and Extracurricular Leader

What a fantastic year it has been for Salesian sport in 2024. As always, our boys threw themselves into a range of different sports over the course of the last 12 months. As always, we started 2024 in full swing, with the ACC Athletics and Swimming Carnivals. Our athletes worked hard throughout the first term, training multiple times a week in the lead-up to their respective competitions. For Athletics, we had some fantastic individual performances, highlighted by Jake Seo (U13 100m) and Declan Rowe (U14 Shot Put), who both won Division 1 events. For Swimming, TJ Mumford, Samuele Pozzoli and Andrew Tan all won multiple Division 1 events each. We were also successful in winning the U14 Division 1 age group pennant, which is a fantastic result from all the swimmers who contributed.

The ACC Triathlon was once again up and running in Term 1. We had 9 students participate in the event this year, and a special mention goes to Zac Booth, who finished 2nd overall in the ACC.

Term 1 is chaotic with 2 major carnivals; however, we also saw the Senior summer sport season begin for Cricket, Tennis and Volleyball. Our Volleyball A team are worth a special mention, having a terrific season, but unfortunately went down in the semi-final against Simonds College. Congratulations to Diesel Williams (Volleyball) and Matthew Ngodara (Volleyball), who were both selected for the ACC Team of the Year for their sport.

Term 2 saw the start of our Badminton, Football and Soccer seasons. Our Badminton teams had some success, with two of our three teams progressing through to the finals, but, unfortunately, we were not able to beat Mazenod in either the Senior or Intermediate competitions. In

Football, we saw less success, with only our Year 9 team progressing through to the grand final, but they were unable to get the job done against St Joseph’s FTG. Soccer was our most successful Term 2 Sport by a significant margin, with 8 of our 9 teams making finals from Years 7 to 12. Our 8B and 9B teams were able to cap off tremendous seasons, winning premierships against St Bernard’s (3-2) and St Bede’s (5-1) respectively. The term was capped off with the following students being named to the ACC Team of the Year for their respective sports: Christian Moraes (Football), Christos Babatsias (Soccer), Matthew Ngodara and Aryan Batavia (Badminton).

There was no slowing down in Term 3, with the Basketball, Hockey and Table Tennis seasons starting in week 1 of term. We’ve made fantastic progress as a school in Basketball, with our Senior team winning 80% of their matches, and our Year 7 and Year 10 A teams narrowly going down in semi-finals, both against Parade. We also sent a Junior, Intermediate and Senior team to the Champions Cup Basketball tournament, which sees

the best schools in Victoria compete. Our Junior and Intermediate teams both had great days, progressing through to the round of 16 before losing knockout matches. Our Senior boys were able to do one better, qualifying for the Elite 8 round, which classifies us a top 8 school in the state. Our ACC Hockey season had some ups and downs, with our Year 9s and Year 10s both getting to a semi-final without being able to progress further. Our Table Tennis teams had some mixed results, with our Year 7, Year 9 and Senior teams all progressing through to a semi-final, but were all unable to get the job done. We had an incredible 6 students named to the ACC Team of the Year for their respective sports: Jun Lee and Isaac McKnight (Basketball), Jaiden D’Rozario and Ben Ford (Hockey), Jonah Biviano and Will Thurston (Table Tennis).

Term 3 also saw the running of the ACC Cross Country carnival at Bundoora Park. Students were extremely committed to training sessions, which were run before school twice a week in the lead up to the carnival. We had some fantastic individual performances on the day, with Zac Booth finishing 2nd in the U16 competition, whilst Julian Severino and Tate Mole both finished in the top 10 for the U17 competition. Unfortunately, these performances were not enough, as we finished in 7th place in Division 1.

Despite the school year winding down in Term 4, ACC Sport did not. The Cricket, Tennis and Volleyball seasons began for our Junior and Intermediate teams. Our Cricket and Tennis teams learnt a lot over the course of the season, but, unfortunately, we were unable to make any finals against the tough ACC competition. Our Volleyball teams fared much better, with our 7A and 8A teams making it through to a semi-final and our 10B team progressing through to a grand final, before going down against a strong Mazenod squad. We also competed in the ACC Junior Golf and Junior/Intermediate Lawn Bowls, with some highlights including Elbert Kim, who had the best ACC individual performance, and one of our Intermediate Lawn Bowls teams, which placed 5th overall against 20+ ACC teams.

ACC Sport at Salesian College would not run without the help of the teachers and parents who support the students throughout the year. A big thank you to all the teachers who give up their time each week to coach and train the students. Also, to the parents who support their sons, making sure they have all their equipment and uniforms, we thank you for your support. Finally, thank you to all the boys for their efforts throughout the year. We hope you have enjoyed being able to pull on the Salesian uniform once again and have enjoyed being back out on the sporting field. We look forward to building upon the successes of this year into 2025.

COLLEGE PRODUCTION

Matthew Little Producer & Musical Director

Again, we have witnessed a fantastic College production in collaboration with Sacred Heart Girls’ College. The show was the iconic Anything Goes.

This work was chosen to highlight the dance talents of our students, as the previous years really showcased acting and vocal abilities. We thought we would like to see how the Salesian students coped with tap dancing!

In the hands of our Production team, Mr Adam Croft (Director/Stage & Lighting Designer), Mr Matt Little (Producer/Musical Director), and Miss Mikayla Domini (Choreographer), our cast sprang to life through the music of Cole Porter.

On board the “S.S. American”, Captain Noah Philips and his crew sailed from New York to England. Billy Crocker (Isaac Lane), a young assistant to Wall Street tycoon Elisha J. Whitney (Will Kolenda), decides to stow away in hopes of wooing his long-lost love and wealthy debutante, Hope Harcourt, who is also on board. However, much to Billy’s chagrin, Hope’s mother, Evangeline Harcourt, is delighted

that Hope is engaged to be married to an eccentric Englishman, Lord Evelyn Oakleigh (Darcy Humphreys), who is also on board, upon arrival in England.

Meanwhile, “Moonface” Martin (Alex Sabljak), a gangster known as “Public Enemy No. 13”, and his girlfriend Erma are disguised as a reverend and a missionary, respectively. They have two rather dodgy accomplices, Spit (Will McCracken) and Dippy, and all four attempt to evade the law while on board. Billy eventually learns the identity of this misfit bunch and, in exchange for his silence, they too join in the scheme to break up Hope and Lord Evelyn.

After more disguises, ploys, confessions, mistaken identities and marriage proposals, plus huge dance routines, we made it across the ocean!

It was a wonderful show, with nearly full houses at the Alexander Theatre, bringing together a great community of students from all year levels. Congratulations to all the cast and crew who made this show one of the best.

PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATING

Molly Hermon Public Speaking and Debating Leader

What a year it has been for Public Speaking and Debating here at Salesian College! We have had a very successful year, with many great achievements and events taking place.

DEBATERS’ ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA (DAV)

We began the year with five teams from Years Nine to Twelve taking part in monthly debates, run by the Debaters’ Association of Victoria. All the students should be incredibly proud of themselves for their achievements this year. I would like to acknowledge our B Grade, Team One, for their achievement in making it to the semi-finals. It was fantastic to see their dedication to their debates each week, and their enduring team work.

Congratulations to our top DAV speakers for 2024. These students were the Salesian College top scorers for 2024:

• A Grade: Christos Giakoumatos

• B Grade: Thomas Maguire-Nguyen

• C Grade: Noah Phillips

• D Grade: Ilya Kalinin

MARY MCKERTICH PUBLIC SPEAKING AWARDS

The annual Mary McKertich Public Speaking Awards took place this year, and we were able to hear a range of speeches on a range of different topics. All students in the school prepare a persuasive speech about a contemporary issue of their choice, and from here the best speaker of each class is chosen to present at the year level finals. From here two students from each year level present in the finals evening in front of their families, teachers and members of the leadership team. I would like to acknowledge the following students who took part in the year level finals, and also our overall winners.

• Year Seven: Luca Finamore & Cooper Stanley

• Year Eight: Max Sollecito & Jorge Karavias

• Year Nine: Archie LaFrank & Prathish Hewage

• Year Ten: Terry Tsivranidis & Nathan D’Mello

• Year Eleven: Thomas Maguire-Nguyen & Aryan Batavia

• Year Twelve: Xavier Caiafa & Liam Matteo

• Junior Winner: Luca Finamore

• Intermediate Winner: Archie LaFrank

• Senior Winner: Xavier Caiafa

• Overall Winner: Liam Matteo

ACC PUBLIC SPEAKING AND DEBATING

The Associated Colleges (ACC) Public Speaking and Debating competitions have provided students with additional opportunities to compete against other students from ACC schools. We have seen many successes this year with our ACC debating teams, and I would especially like to acknowledge our Intermediate Debating Team (Noah Phillips, Rafael Hampson, Liam Kelly and Sam Pirani) for their achievements, as well as our Junior Debating team (Ruben Cerreto-Dillon, Shawn Shums and Ben Matthews-Dey) for their achievements.

ROTARY PUBLIC SPEAKING AWARDS

The Rotary Clubs of Richmond and Glen Waverley provide students with the opportunity to present a speech on a topic of their choice, whilst trying to engage with their audience by drawing “word pictures.” I would like to acknowledge the following students who took part in these competitions: Liam Kelly and Oliver Filice (Richmond), and Noah Phillips (Glen Waverley). A special mention goes to Thomas Maguire-Nguyen, who progressed through to the finals of the Richmond competition.

THANK YOU

Finally, I would like to acknowledge and thank the following staff who have assisted this year with Public Speaking and Debating: Dr Daryl Barclay, Miss Monique Capomolla, Mr Thomas Andrews, Miss Molly O’Shea and Mr Nick Filippis. I would also like to thank our Public Speaking and Debating Captain, Christos Giakoumatos, for his tireless work this year.

YEAR 12

Alexandra Tsiavis Year 12 Year Level Leader

As their Salesian journey comes to an end, it is bittersweet to say goodbye to the Class of 2024. We have had a phenomenal year with them, and are excited to see all the brilliant things they will accomplish in the future. Throughout the year they have truly embodied the Salesian spirit, strengthening their connections with each other and supporting their peers, highlighting their camaraderie. Further to this, they faced the challenge of Year 12 with determination and fortitude, working with their teachers to get the most out of the year.

Whilst we navigated a busy Term 1, students established their routines amidst a number of key events, such as their final Athletics and Swimming carnivals. Another highlight to start the year was the Year 12 Formal at Merrimu Receptions, where the students represented themselves and the College well, and were respectful partners, which made for a memorable night!

As outcomes, SACs, SATs and the GAT loomed during the start of Term 2, we were able to establish a productive and calm mindset during our Reflection Day in the first week of term. On this day, held at the Year 9 Mannix Campus, the Year 12s were able to reflect on their time at Salesian and the memories they’ve made with each other over the years. Throughout the day, the students showed maturity in discussing vulnerabilities, and everyone left feeling a shared sense of connection with each other. The main theme for the day was ‘What Next?’ However, the messaging behind this was that no matter where they head in life, the 2024 Year 12s always have a home at Salesian.

With the elevated focus on their studies, particularly towards the end of the year, it was important that the cohort engaged in some light-hearted activities to create balance. Our year level Dodgeball Competition was one such activity, with 12VM taking the overall win.

As I farewell the Class of 2024, I do so feeling extremely proud and grateful that I had the privilege to be their Coordinator and Year Level Leader for 3 years. They are a group of hardworking, enthusiastic, kind and considerate young men, who have added an abundance of positivity to our school community over the last six years. They have embodied our College Values as excellent role models this year, and their teachers shared endlessly positive feedback regarding their commitment to their studies. Boys, you should be immensely proud of the way you have supported each other in your exam preparations and in the lead up to your final exams. No matter the outcome or wherever your life takes you, you have been excellent students!

On behalf of myself and the Year 12 cohort, I would also like to say a huge thank you to the 2024 Year 12 Oratory team: Mr Jayden Hawkes (12A), Mrs Nadia Knight (12C), Mrs Joyce McGrath (12D), Mrs Rachael Holland (12E), Miss Lisa Dupuy (12F), Mr Thomas Andrews (12G), Mr Styron Augustus (12VMA) and Ms Kathryn Zwalf (12VMB). Your support throughout the year was greatly appreciated!

Remember Year 12s, have the best day ever!

Mr Jayden Hawkes ORATORY 12A

12A have been an entertaining and enjoyable class to teach. They have worked diligently throughout the year, striving to reach their personal goals. Over the course of many dreary-eyed Period 1 classes, these boys developed some wonderful friendships, which made them a joy to teach. I can honestly say that they are one of my favourite classes that I’ve had the pleasure of teaching. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed watching them grow over the past two years, and I wish them all the very best for the future.

Hamish Sinclair

Liam Rusli Lucas Simunic

Benjamin Ford

Christos Babatsias

Krish Angi

Nicholas Goodman

Hugo Dos Santos

Sai Ande

Jonah Biviano

Steven Okoumousis

Benji Mathieson

Christian Milenkovski

Lachlan Macauley

Nikolas Popovic

Jamieson Ly

Julian Metsios

Saran Karthik Ayaan Khalil

Ben Green

Dylan Kiong

Nathan Lim Luke Lazos

Matthew Hatzigeorgiou

Miss Alexandra Tsiavis ORATORY 12B

What a wonderful 3 years it has been having 12B as my Oratory group! I feel extremely grateful for, and proud of, this group and the caring, diligent and funny young men they have grown into. I have no doubt they will excel in whichever pathway they follow in 2025 and beyond, strong in mind with gentle hearts. I admire how they supported each other over the years, particularly through the challenges of VCE. Thanks for the memories, boys. You made it!

Samuel

Xavier Edwards

Adam Kuruvilla

Alex Marinis

Andrew Tan

Christopher Grosdanis

Christos Tsoukalas

Gavin Tone

Haris Orfanos

Matthew Ngodara

Shivaram Ramesh

Jackson Leopold

Nathaneal Fernandez

Vincent Venturanza

Jacob Raffa

Oscar Biviano

Will Thurston

Jeremy Demeld

Oscar Ryan

Xavier Caiafa

Juan Willers

Patrick Cherry

Koby Battye

Gould

Mrs Nadia Knight ORATORY 12C

12C have been the best! They are a unique group of young men who, each in their own way, live out the College values to the highest measure. They are a very amicable group who work so well together, and their capacity to give of their time and effort to support others is nothing short of commendable. Whenever there was a task to be completed, their hands would go up to volunteer without hesitation. I always appreciated their warm welcome each morning. I wish them all the very best for their next adventures, whatever they may be.

Vasili Papageorgiou

Tyson Chamnanchang

Aayush Pujar

Aiden McGuinness

Alessandro Pozzoli

Alex Andrea

Ashwin Westcott

Ben Vu

Christos Giakoumatos

Joseph Wrzesinski

Liam Matteo

Costa Giannikos

Joshua Li

Lukas Vamvakitis

Daniel Garduce

Jun Lee

Nathaniel Hrambanis

Derick Maimarosia

Lambros Argiriou

Ryan Ronald

James Batsis

Leonardo Timperio

Joel Wheeler

Liam Griffiths

Mrs Joyce McGrath ORATORY 12D

What a pleasure and honour it has been to journey with these young men as they navigated the last year of their school life. Over the past two years, I have witnessed 12D face the challenges of VCE with a growing maturity that will serve them well beyond Salesian College Chadstone. 12D should be incredibly proud of their achievements and the strong bonds they have formed. I wish them all great success in their futures and look forward to hearing their stories of triumph!

Albin Jose Valamparampil

Baseer Mazari

Brodie Grewcock

Dylan Rayen

Hayden Selliah

Jamie Liberis

Jamie Ubachs

Matteo Ferrara

Tory Cammaroto

Joseph Casuscelli

Nicolas Katakis

Tyson Ng

Julian Campbell

Oliver De Luca

Xavier Blenkhorn

Luca Mandile

Ricky Theodoropoulos

Lucas Zerveas

Spencer Mathieson

Luke Parente

Tadhg O’Driscoll

ORATORY 12E

Mrs Rachael Holland

Congratulations 12E on completing your VCE journey! It has been such a pleasure to be your Oratory teacher this year, and to have watched you grow and mature into remarkable young men. Thank you for all the contributions you made to the Salesian family as leaders during 2024, and I wish you all the very best as you begin the next phase of your journey into the big wide world.

Aidan Nipps

Benjamin Brooks

Billy Diamataris

Brodie Davis

Calvin Ramachandran

Charlie Cochrane

Christian Nunziante

Paul Mastoras

William Kesuma

Fadhal Hussein

Saman Shahabadi

Yokwan Kak

Hudson Nolan

Tarrant Fourlze

Zidane Heldt

James Valiontis

Tom Washington

Jordi Dermitzakis

Tyson Huynh

Justin Onley

Will Dickson

Miss Lisa Dupuy ORATORY 12F

Congratulations 12F! It has been wonderful walking alongside these young men as they navigated their final year at Salesian College. They are kind, resilient, funny, creative and thoughtful. I am so proud of all that you have achieved, and look forward to what you will continue to achieve. I wish you all the best in your future endeavours!

Zac Dunne

Abhav Chenanda Karumbaiah Allen McHenry

Anthony Pascoe

Anthony Saraullo

Ari Perera

Arjun Gangatharan

Ayden Braganza

Isaac McKnight Ryan Chamnanchang

Bailey Edwards

Jakob Schock

Ryan Sung

Chenura Nilaweera Patabendige

James McLaughlin

Stefan Ianno

Diesel Williams

Jeremy David Rankin

Vas Michaelides

Ilia Natsioulas

Lachlan Namdarian

Isaac Deayton

Marc Woolrich

ORATORY 12G

Mr Thomas Andrews

It has been the utmost pleasure to lead 12G through 2024, having taught most of these boys in Year 10. They have always been respectful and driven in their studies, and it’s excellent to see this continue into their senior year. A particular shout out to Ryan Thomas and Joel Knight for introducing the daily TimeGuessr, and to Christian Moraes for always making the most of his study time. All the best for the future, boys!

Zed Hadzic

Vy Quang Nguyen

Andre Ghaly

Angelo Moutafis

Ashton Smolic

Ayden De Guzman

Benjamin Prabhu

Chetan Kotagal

Christian Moraes

Lawrence Peralta

Ruben D’Agostino

Deon Dupont

Lucas James

Ryan Thomas

Elias Yau

Marcus Churchill-King

Sholance Thomas

Ethan Karagianis

Patrick Sutherland

Thomas Nguyen

Iskra Zlatanovski

Peter Manaras

Joel Knight

Rayan Singh

ORATORY 12VMA

Mr Styron Augustus

The 12VMA have matured enormously over the last 12 months. I have no doubt that these boys will find their way in the wider community and go on to do great things. Each member of the class has been vital to the laughs and triumphs shared throughout this journey. Congratulations on all your achievements, gentlemen. All the best.

Alex Martinez

Chiang Thiep

Eli Aoun

Jonathan Katsos

Jonathan Tolmacev

Leigh Candris

Nathan Awad

Nathan Kotsinadelis

Sebastian Pearson

ORATORY 12VMB

Ms Kathryn Zwalf

I can’t talk highly enough of this group of young men. You have truly been a remarkable group to work with as your Oratory teacher these last two years. I am so proud of the young men you have become. Thank you for the banter, the laughs and the at times brutal honesty. I loved how we could have a laugh as well as getting the work done. Wishing you all the very best, and please pop in for a coffee!

Alex Gadzinski

Alexander Roukakis

Bryar Jefford

Charlie Piper

Christian Bernardo

George Vagas

Nathan Sirait

Rafael Emmanouil

Stefano Fazio

Yianni Ballas

YEAR 11

Daniel Catoggio Year 11 Year Level Leader

2024 marks the first year of my time at Salesian College Chadstone, and I couldn’t be prouder of my Year 11s. Students felt a mix of excitement and nerves as they began their VCE or VCE VM program, and undoubtedly everyone in the year level experienced the expectations and privileges that come with being senior students. Every student demonstrated a willingness to work productively to meet their goals, with many notable achievements. There was a great level of camaraderie amongst the cohort as students supported each other in their first year of VCE/VCE VM at the Senior level. Many students rose to the challenge to take on a greater level of responsibility and ownership for their learning as they steer their pathway towards their career aspirations.

Congratulations to the Year 11 Debating team, Isaac Peluso, Thomas Maguire-Nguyen, Alex Sabljak and Finn Power, who made it to the quarterfinals in the Debating Association of Victoria. This is the best debating result in the College History! Congratulations to Aryan Batavia, who was selected for the ACC Team of the Year for Badminton. He is the only Year 11 student to be selected in the Team of the Year. I would like to commend the Year 11s involved in the International Women’s Day event, as they worked diligently to prepare and organise a luncheon for the remarkable women of our community. Thank you to Ms Kathryn Zwalf, Mrs Deborah Rabot, Ms Rosa Salemme, and the VM staff who coordinated the Salesian Cup festivities with the Year 11 VM boys. The

students hosted an exceptional lunch, which was enjoyed by many members of staff.

I would like to thank all the Oratory teachers: Miss Molly O’Shea (11B), Miss Amy Zou (11C), Ms Sarah Roberts (11D), Mrs Anne Garofalo (11E), Miss Makayla Domini (11F), Mr Dane Rogers (11VMA) and Miss Molly Hermon (11VMB) for their unwavering work this year in supporting our Year 11 boys and delivering the oratory program. Their genuine care and attention given to the students was received with great gratitude and appreciation. I would also like to thank all the Year 11 leaders, including College Captains, for the wonderful job they have done this year. I would like to congratulate the 2025 College Captains, Andrew Byan (College Captain), and Alvin Lee and Jack Allan (Vice Captains). I am confident that they will serve their respective roles purposefully next year, demonstrating exceptional leadership.

Lastly, I would like to express a big thank you to all the students for a superb year! It has been a pleasure leading the Years 11s, as their maturity and resilience played a significant role in having a smooth year. I wish them all the very best in 2025 for their final year at Salesian College Chadstone. For the students who have parted with the College, I wish them the best of luck with their future endeavours. I hope they reflect on their time at the College with fond memories.

Mr Daniel Catoggio ORATORY 11A

11A have been a wonderful Oratory class this year. They were a social lot, with many new friendships formed or nurtured from their time at the College. The students’ eagerness and motivation to commence their VCE program was nurtured, with many students reporting they felt supported by their teachers and guided to achieve their best. Congratulations to the class of 11A for their individual successes, and I wish them all the very best in their last year at the College.

Zachariah Crellin

Thomas Charabie

Themi Gounaris Sharon Kattakayam

Alexander Liberis

Angelo Apokis

Antonio Basile

Christian Franzoni Cooper Fry

David Gallego

Geoffrey Kong Shing Cheong

Julian Severino

Niko Bakalis

George Andronis

Kaleb Labour

Oliver Mann

Jake Calderaro

Kosta Nikolopoulos

Ryder Derbyshire

James Bywater

Lochlain Keleher

Samuel Anthony

James Gordon

Matthew Ramman

Jonathon Matsakas

Max Lee

ORATORY 11B

Miss Molly O’Shea

There is so much to say about 11B, and while I wish I could share it all, I’ll keep it brief. This class is filled with personality, ingenuity and curiosity. The boys of 11B have demonstrated remarkable maturity and responsibility, showing a genuine desire to give their best as they embark on their VCE journey. It has truly been an honour to walk alongside them this year, and I eagerly anticipate what their final year of secondary school will bring in 2025!

Zoran Latin

Will Roberts

Tiernan Coyles

Abin Gautam

Alexander Hatzimihelakis

Aryan Batavia

Brian Quan

Christian Fitzgerald

Damon Guerrieri

Daniel Casuscelli

James Torcasio

Peter Romios

David Legg

Julian De Marco

Rowan D’Rozario

Ethan Collins

Justin Chea

Steven Amedeo

Harrison Window

Lachlan Flynn

Thenuk Devendra

Hugo Rossi

Nicholas Grillo

Jack Di Paolo

Oliver Forster

Miss Amy Zou ORATORY 11C

2024 has been a year filled with success and achievement for the boys of 11C. We have many talented individuals, who took part in the school production “Anything Goes”, who excelled in the House Reading Competition, who trained very hard for the sports they play, who bravely put their hands up to apply for student leadership positions in 2025…and many more!

It has been my great pleasure to witness your growth over this year. Keep going forward 11C.

Wissam Malaeb

Will Kolenda

Tristan Woutersz

Abel Ebi Joseph

Alexander Hollenbach

Alvin Lee

Angus Laing

Ayaan Ayaan Ahmed

Ben Fardell

Caleb Smith

Josh Head

Roshan Gunatilake

Dominic Sejas

Nicholai Hampson

Snowy Evans

Isaac Lane

Nicholas Papageorgiou

Tharusha Senanayake

Isaac Peluso

Noah Cohen-Budge

Thomas Phillips

Jaiden D’Rozario

Noah Mahan

Jiakie Lin

Robbie Cuthbertson

Ms Sarah Roberts ORATORY 11D

Having spent a year together, we’ve shared countless laughs and unforgettable moments—chaotic and spirited debates, and quiet Monday morning prayer and reflection. Underneath our range of loud and quiet personalities, we truly bonded, guided by the support and advice from Ms Roberts. Whether it was achieving as VCE students and working to become future leaders, or just remembering our diaries and arriving to class on time, 11D had a year of growth and success, and I look forward to our final year at Salesian in 2025.

Thomas Cohen-Budge

Sebastian Saouma

Satyam Sharma

Daniel Dinatale

Dean Bombonati

Frank McCammon

Harry Gardner

Jack Allan

Jack Lucarelli

Jacob Ty

Lucas Merry

Orion Thom-Tydell

James Gatto

Lukas Avila-Escobar

Ray Perera

Jed Buxton

Matthew Babbington

Ryley Scott

Julian Geros

Mikael Raheem

Samuel Iverson

Lewis Hamilton

Nathan Soares

Liam Gantelas

Nitish Kumaran

ORATORY 11E

Mrs Anne Garofalo

A dedicated group of students actively engaged in their studies and embodying the College values. Their enthusiasm for learning is evident in their participation and commitment to deepening their understanding across subjects. The diligence and genuine interest of the boys have laid a strong foundation for their future endeavours. I’m pleased to announce that several class members have been appointed to leadership roles, including College Captain Andrew Byun. As Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be.” Best wishes for your final year.

Thomas Maguire-Nguyen

Thomas Dew

Akachukwu Lechi-Meregini

Alexander Karamanlis

Andrew Byun

Anton Occhiuto

Beau Van Der Zweep

Du Tran

Emilio Lopez

Joshua Athas

Sachin James

Gabriel Mainey

Mahdyar Sabzi Vand

Shreyas Vemula

Ibrahim Mahdy

Mehul Girdhar

Spencer O’Shea

Iggy Palma

Oliver Ferraro Lambert

Stefan Pegiou

Jacob Van Den Bosch

Priyansh Agarwal

James Wright

Ryon Lopes

Miss Mikayla Domini ORATORY 11F

11F has been a great class to call home this year, full of passionate characters and future leaders. I have appreciated being a mentor to these boys, while playfully reminiscing about our junior years together. I’m excited to see their potential unfold next year as the official leaders of the school. Congratulations, fellas. We did it!

Spencer Guzzo

Theo Arapis

Simranjot Singh Batth

Alex Sabljak

Anthony Kim

Ben Anderson

Christian Vincenzini

Connor Keleher

Daniel Dimetriou-Dickson

Jack Rogers

Nicholas Franklin

Deon Tsotsos

Jack Waters

Ross Kapotas

Emanuelle Vourvoutsiotis

Jensen Lee Ryan Kuruppuncheril

Finn Power

Louis Quirk

Sasha Ung

Harrison Kukulovski

Luke Greenaway

Jack Peluso

Milan Regi

ORATORY 11VMA

Mr Dane Rogers

What a year 11VMA had! It has been a pleasure working with such a fantastic group of boys. Our year included many highlights, such as numerous excursions, particularly the experience at the Alfred Hospital, from which we learned a great deal and benefited immensely. Organising the Salesian Cup was another significant achievement. All the best for the future, boys. We look forward to working with you again next year!

Alexander Impala

Anthony Riccardi

Charlie Hawtin

Christian Ghanakas

Eli Milonas

Emmanuel Dimitrakakis

Fawaz Mohammadi

Lucas Emmanouil

Peter Koupouzos Tate

ORATORY 11VMB

Miss Molly Hermon

What a year it has been for 11 VMB! The boys have grown and matured throughout this year and have achieved many things. From the banter in the morning, to supporting each other, it has been great to see the way in which they have bonded as a class. Well done on all your achievements this year, and I look forward to seeing what you achieve next year. All the best for the future!

Anthony Spano

Billy Kakarantzas

Harley Caimakamis

Liam Liberatoscioli

Nicholas Anagnostopoulos

Samuel Sfetsas

Xavier Loft Yannick De Kauwe

Zander Di Petta

YEAR 10

Paul Azar Year 10 Year Level Leader

Bigger, taller and more mature, the Year 10 cohort returned to Bosco Campus eager to dive into their varied pathways and new electives. Having been the Year Level Leader for this cohort in Year 9, I was already familiar with the students, and wanted them to continue setting high expectations for themselves, displaying the same effort and behaviour that had become the norm in the previous year.

New classes and different teachers brought about greater opportunities, and the boys quickly learned that senior school was a step up from their junior years. With tests, SACs and more events than they had ever experienced before, the boys adapted well, and their efforts were rewarded with impressive results and positive feedback from staff.

The Fedrigotti building staircase and bench seating near the canteen became a regular hangout for the Year 10 boys during recess and lunchtime, with easy access to food being a key attraction. From my office, I had a great view of their daily interactions, and it’s safe to say the boys thoroughly enjoyed each other’s company, with their friendships and bonds growing stronger as the year progressed.

The usual House Carnivals came and went with much joy and excitement, alongside the College festivals and celebrations. However, the undoubted highlight of the year for the boys was the highly anticipated Dance Social with Sacred Heart Girls’ College. Participating in

structured dance lessons in the lead up to the evening, the boys had the opportunity to put their best foot forward and show off all they had learned in a night filled with laughter and great dance moves. I am still undecided as to who enjoyed the evening more, the students who danced the night away, or my colleagues and I witnessing the apprehensive but always respectful interactions between the boys and girls. I was incredibly proud of the way the boys presented themselves, and how they kept smiles on their faces while perfecting the dance routines, even when it felt a little overwhelming and challenging.

The final event of the year was the Year 10 Reflection Day, which provided the boys with an opportunity to collaborate with their peers, celebrate the year gone by and engage with facilitators from “Tomorrow Man” to challenge male stereotypes present in today’s society. The open discussions, honesty, trust and maturity displayed by the boys throughout the day were a true testament to how far they have come over the past 12 months.

Special mention must go to the wonderful Year 10 Oratory team, who guided the boys along their journey throughout the year.

Gentlemen, it has been an absolute pleasure to have been lucky enough to coordinate you over the past 24 months. The memories made will not be forgotten, and I have complete faith that you will all succeed in your future endeavours. Enjoy the ride, and best of luck!

ORATORY 10A

Mr Steven Loonstra

Class 10A is an incredible group of young men. We had countless laughs, and truly enjoyed each other’s company throughout the year. As they enter their final years of school I wish them all the best, and want to express my gratitude for the memorable, fun-filled journey we shared in 2024.

Alex Lazos

Angus Cormack

Anthony Deayton

Aston Kennedy

Christian Noga

Daniel Cochrane

Ethan Gemetzis

Marcus Mercuri

Thomas Ciorciari

Harly Billing

Mitchell Langworthy

Tyson Rabel

Isaac Meseha

Ross Zois

Xavier Arnott

Jackson Cerovac

Samuel Millares

Zion Simons

Jared Fernandez

Theo Wong Lucas Smith

Theodore Horiatellis

ORATORY 10B

Mr Paul Azar

Boys, thank you for a wonderful year! It was truly special to walk into the classroom every day and be greeted with smiles. Our weekly sports discussions and fantasy league chats were a highlight, as were our open conversations about anything and everything. I wish you all the very best in all your future endeavours, and look forward to watching you develop on your journey.

Thank you, and good luck!

Zac Raffa

Zac Booth

Terry Tsivranidis

Stephen Mouzakis

Sachi Kiridena

Austin Grenfell

Bryan Chea

Bryton Morris

Callum Thieu

Chris Peppas

Christos Komninos

Diesel Myers-Hately

Harry Stanton

Michael Conforti

Drew McLaughlin

Isaac Ng

Nicholas Dermitzakis

Ethan Rizinger

Jos Orfanos

Oscar Fowler

Fletcher Shaw

Leon Varsamis

Rafael Hampson

Gabriel Awad

Lucas Lazarou

George Mastrapas

Lucas Tippett

ORATORY 10C

Mrs Deborah Rabot

It has been a rewarding experience to get to know 10C this year. Our classroom was always full of energy and laughter. As they move forward, I have no doubt that the boys will continue to develop their strengths and learn from their experiences. I am proud of the progress they’ve made, and I look forward to seeing what they will achieve in the years ahead. Congratulations 10C on making it through a year of growth and change.

William McKenna

Torin Williams

Sothyrak Tuyhor Siddharth Vinod

Seamus O’Driscoll

Sam Hadzic

Aadam Khan

Bailey Nicholls

Billy Ryan

Charlie Downes

Daniel Brooks

Daniel Corben

Dean Amendola

Joel Ajani

Nicholas Hassakis

Eamon Downard

Lachie Bayne

Nicholas Mouzakis

Evan Kolivas

Lachlan Le Vagueresse

Onindu Dissanayaka

Harout Mkhsian

Marc Di Guglielmo

Richard Sun

Jadon Nathaniel

Michael Karisson

Jay Dogra

Nathan D’Mello

Miss Ashleigh Jones ORATORY 10D

Working with the Class of 10D has been an incredible experience. Together we navigated our return to Bosco Campus, explored the complexities of VCE, VM, ATAR scores and university options, all the while preparing for the future with excitement. Best of luck, 10D boys. You’re destined for great things!

William Francis

Vihaan Trivedi

Thomas Galitos

Stefan Funtusoff

Sandil Siriwardana Samaranayaka

Akein Edirisinghe

Andrew Ziino

Charlie Hopkins Costantino Georgiou

Cristian Karisson

Dante Schiavello

Dheera Rambukwella

Jaxon Sahib

Lucas Fishlock

Dhruv Hunashikatti

Jordan Calderaro

Noah White

Edward Bacon

Kokwach Kak

Olley Peraic

Francis John Macasa

Leo Basbanas

Samuel Kerr

Henry Tomlin

Luca Matusan

Jamie Mandile

Luca Sollecito

ORATORY 10E

Mr Peter Bermingham

It has been a pleasure working with 10E this year. Each day has been filled with lively discussions and debates on life’s big issues, and I’ve truly enjoyed spending time with such a dynamic group of characters. The camaraderie and mutual respect within the class have made this year a memorable one. As Year 11 beckons, our Salesian journey continues, and I am excited to see what this incredible ‘team’ will achieve in 2025. I have no doubt that you will continue to inspire one another and rise to the challenges ahead.

William Liakakos

Tristan Nguyen

Seth Hagioglou

Sam Coyle

Adriel Chirambaguwa

Anthony Di Pietrantonio

Anthony Phung

Ben Walker

Christian Engelander

Darcy Humphreys

Dhishan Vijay Anand

Jojo Manual

Massimo Fazzino

Emmett Redden

Jordan Turner

Ned Leadbetter

Hamish Saffin

Joshua Bayne

Rahul Sajan

Henry Pullenayegam Keyaan Raheem

Ramy Youssef

Jack Ellis

Kieran Menzis

James Sourris

Marcus Dooley

ORATORY 10F

Mr Gavan Darragh

In 2024 I was very fortunate to be given such a wonderful group of young men for 10F Oratory. You have all navigated challenges in some way this year, whether it be dealing with the demands of senior school, making new friendships or honourably supporting each other through tough times. From social events to sports days, these experiences have truly shaped our year together. There are plenty of fond memories that we can all look back on, and I hope your first year back at the “mothership” has been an enjoyable one.

Zac Bayard

Xavier Nicholls

William Huang

Vimukthi Perera

Tom Parks

Ash Van Wyk

Daniel Baxter

Dion Vorilas

Ethan Mitsioulis

Hamish Brooks

Hamish Horgan

Jai Van Hoos

Joshua Fitzgerald

Nathan Marasinghe Arachchige

James Redlich

Krish Ahuja

Noah Phillips

Jayden Lim

Leo Cerreto-Dillon

Perry Churchill-King

Jayden See

Liam Baker

Quan Vu

JJ Sleeman

Luke Kearns

Jonny Papaioannou

Matthew Tsakos

ORATORY 10VM

Mrs Emily Roach

This was another successful year of the Vocational Minor program, giving the Year 10 boys a taste of the Vocational Major program. The boys enjoyed multi cooking sessions learning and making various foods. There were enjoyable excursions, that included the Grand Prix practice day and The Richmond Football Club experience. All the best for the future boys!!

Archie Mole

Ashton Zammit

Bayley Richardson

Cooper Galileos

Dimitri Vouronikos

Finn Shaw

George Georgiades

Nicholas Katanas

Harry Colley

Sam Matsakas

Isaac Amos Timmy Burns

Jordan George

Joshua Russo

Lachlan Gibson

YEAR 9

Anthony Anastasio Year 9 Year Level Leader

Largely the same group of students (with a few great additions), a completely new setting and the opportunity to experience a range of new subjects and activities was what lay in store for the Year 9 boys in 2024, and they embraced it with both hands. From day one, the boys made the campus their own. They settled into their new classrooms, formed positive bonds with their teachers, found their own area of the yard to occupy during lunch, and all put their best foot forward in the hope of winning the highly coveted “Mannix Man of the Week” prize. Who was going to get that one hour bike lecture from Mr Peacock? It was a year that promised, and delivered, so much!

Term 1 started off in its usual high paced fashion with a multitude of House events. Whether it was carving their way through the water, breaking the sound barrier on the racetrack, or cooking up a pancake storm for Shrove Tuesday, all the boys contributed in some way to gaining valuable points for their respective Houses. Term 2 brought our major event for Year 9, with the boys being given the opportunity to explore all the wonderful aspects that the city of Melbourne has to offer. With a taste of something for everyone, including playing games at the Australian Sports Museum, paying our respects at the Shrine of Remembrance, getting creative at ACMI and exploring our faith at St Patrick’s Cathedral, it was a week that brought so much joy and excitement.

In Term 3, the focus shifted to the future, with the boys taking the time to choose their pathways for next year. Whether it was the traditional Year 10 pathway, an accelerated VCE subject or Year 10 Vocational Minor, the boys knew they had to put their heads

down and realign their focus, which I am proud to say they successfully did. Term 4 brought about the highly anticipated Respectful Relationships Forum with Sacred Heart. Facilitated by staff from both schools, the boys represented the College and themselves extremely well, and had a fantastic day discussing what contributes to a positive and healthy relationship.

Throughout the entire year there were a few constants at the Mannix Campus. ‘Mind Your Mannix’, where each Oratory took turns in managing the day-to-day running of the campus; The Resilience Project, where the boys practised the three pillars of Gratitude, Empathy and Mindfulness; the lunchtime sporting precinct, where intense games of basketball, soccer and four-square were held; and the thirst for knowledge in the classrooms, where the boys got to participate in Robotics, Cooking and everything in between. It truly was a fantastic year to be a part of Year 9.

I would lastly like to acknowledge and thank all the teachers across both campuses, who worked with the Year 9s. A special thank you must go to the Oratory teachers: Mr Nicholas Dunmill, Ms Alexandra Cust, Mr William Lloyd, Mr Nick Filippis, Mr Jason Collins and Mr Scott Peacock, along with Mrs Kat Barnett, Mrs Carli Beaver and all the Learning Diversity staff who assisted throughout the year. Without these people, the campus would not function, and I can’t thank them enough for their support.

It has been a privilege this year, gentlemen, and I very much look forward to seeing you continue your journey in the future.

ORATORY 9A

Mr Anthony Anastasio

9A 2024: Where do I start? With the majority of the class being together in the same Oratory for the past two years, the boys developed extremely strong bonds that continued to grow throughout 2024. There was an unrivalled classroom energy and it will be a year I will never forget. With so much potential in the class, I am looking forward to seeing them flourish in their senior schooling years. All the best, boys!

Yianni Spyropoulos

William Scalzi

William Newman

William Franklin

Brady Shipton

Brodie Downes Cooper Guzzo

Harley Howard

Harry Cashman

Harry Katanas

Harry Valentine

Luke Yankov

Rennie Edwards

Heze Yu

Mitch Loeding

Rhyle Vaz

Jiho Lee

Noah Montgomery

Shaan Loganathan

Lucas Caia

Noah Panjkovic

Sopho Papamarkou

Luke Edwards

Ollie Howell

Luke Liberatoscioli

Oskar McCulloch

ORATORY 9B

Mr Nicholas Dunmill

9B truly epitomised the goals of the Biretta program. The boys in this Oratory showed a passion for learning, a commitment to self-improvement and a love for problem solving. Throughout the year we’ve shared many memorable experiences, from the City Experience to the Respectful Relationships Forum. I wish these boys all the best in their future endeavours, whether academic, social or sporting. Best wishes for 2025!

Zac Millar

Troy Vu

Tayshaun Liyanage

Samuel Pirani

Aditya Pillai

Andy Koukoumanos

Brian Phung

Corban Matusewicz

Elbert Kim

Evert Eykman

Gianluca Morelli

Liam Kelly

Matthew Rowley

Gurman Oberoi

Liam Moore

Matthew Sejas

Harjas Chadha

Liam Power

Oliver Filice

Ilya Kalinin

Luka Treharne

Prathish Hewage

James Moutafis

Marsdon Thom-Tydell

Jonathan Prabhu

Martin Ngo

ORATORY 9C

Ms Alexandra Cust

It is hard to put into words our year in 9C. It has been a pleasure watching each of you grow, not only academically, but personally, as you continue to develop into responsible young men. We’ve shared plenty of fun moments while still focusing on our goals, and I’m proud of the progress you’ve all made. I look forward to seeing you continue to grow, tackle new challenges, and become the best versions of yourselves in the coming years. Thank you for the year, boys!

Zach Sahib

Rehan Sarwer

Oliver Smart

Nikolas Jurisic

Andreas Boukouras

Archie Carter

Ayden Harryman

Calvin Gillespie

Cillian Thomas

Cooper Allan

Dhilan Vijayalingam

Isaac Aoun

Joshua Stacey

Ehan Kalam

Jack Sharp

Lambros Charalambous

Ethan Lane

Jacob Mathews Mason Pinto

Gianluca Scrivano

Jamie Brekalo

Navindu Korale

Hamish Cooper

Jelan Weeramuni

Hugo Rodrigues

Jordan Deo

Mr William Lloyd ORATORY 9D

9D, what a year it has been! These boys have always brought a resounding energy and positivity into the class every day. A clear sense of mateship has formed and grown within 9D, strongly representing our school values of belonging and respect. I hope that these boys continue to aim high and work hard towards their goals. Thank you for your efforts this year, and I wish you all the best for the future.

Will Bakas

Vass Varvaras

Steven Grammaticopoulos

Alden Nguyen

Anthony Trajkoski

Asher Yates

Cassiel Di Gregorio

Christos Papageorgiou

Hugo Badge

James McIntosh

Lucas Geros Noel Geevarghese Johns

James Tanner

Matthew Scherian

Oliver Redden

John Munafo

Max Stamatakos

Patrick Kennedy

Karl Wursthorn

Mitchell Bloxham

Rio D’Rozario

Lachie Burk

Nam Nguyen

Lucas Drummond

Nathan Rodrigues

ORATORY 9E

Mr Nick Filippis

The Oratory group 9E comprised a very witty, easy going bunch of young men striving to make their mark in Year Nine. And make their mark they certainly did! They excelled in Oratory, LAL, Maths, WAU, PE and all their varied electives and extracurricular activities, demonstrating enthusiasm and a keen desire to succeed. They had lots of fun along the way, making new friends and cementing old friendships. May the boys of 9E continue their learning journey filled with every imaginable success.

Tristin Nguyen

Theodore Lygoyris

Syd Vaz

Samuele Pozzoli

Risindu Kirindaliyanage Don

Noah Asmar

Anwin Shiraj

Ari Artopios

Bafel Wal

Charlie Morris

Charlie Musgrave

Christopher Papadimitropoulos

Dante Harbis

Isaac Lopez

Matthew Barczynski

James Sourris

Max Gentile

Evan Tsoukalas

Jeswin Gurupatham

Milan Caceres

George Gourgiotis

John Miliotis

Niko Soultanidis

Giorgi Tragomalas

Liam Nikitas

Hudson Lee

Lucas Piper

Mr Jason Collins ORATORY 9F

9F has been a class full of adventures and new faces this year! From the excitement (and occasional confusion) of our city experience, where a few students took the scenic route, to welcoming several new students into our Oratory, we’ve shared plenty of laughs and memorable moments. As we wrap up the year, I wish all 9F the best in their journey ahead. Keep exploring, keep learning, and don’t forget your year on the Mannix Campus!

Zac Vogue

Alexander Diosi

Andrew D’Souza

Andrew Holzschuster

Andy Tran

Archie Lafrank

Aurelien Kong Shing Cheong

Cohen Slattery

Isaac Pickering

Masashi Ogino

David Marinovic Selak

Jimmy Cho

Peter Sfetsas

Emilio Bellistri

Joseph Pahljina Svanik Patkar

Gabe Battye

Josh Packham

Tehan Samarakoon

Gadwich Thiep

Leon Botakis

Giorgos Minopoulos

Luke Nickas

ORATORY 9G

Mr Scott Peacock

This year in Year 9G Oratory, the boys displayed remarkable enthusiasm and thoughtfulness in their engagement across campus. They actively participated in various activities, demonstrating a genuine interest in school events and initiatives. Their willingness to collaborate and support one another fostered a vibrant community spirit. Each student contributed unique ideas, enriching discussions and promoting a strong sense of belonging. Overall, it has been a rewarding year, and I look forward to witnessing their continued involvement and growth in the future!

Xavier Biviano

William Stacey

William McCracken

Tom Martins

Alexander Sioulas

Archie Rizzi

Atticus Neumann

Billy Rallis

Danie George

Daniel Lane

Dante Lay

Lincoln Caruana

Rafaele Floros

Ethan Rodrigues

Lorenzo Fiorello

Ryan Van Langenberg

Finn Ellaby

Marcus Ramman

Theodore Koutelas

Griffin Maralande

Ned Sutherland

Jack Pepper

Oliver Exton-Anderson

Jack Westaway

Patrik Bakalis

YEAR 8

Craig Giles Year 8 Year Level Leader

Whilst greeting the new Year 8 boys at the start of the school year, there was a real sense of anticipation and enthusiasm as the boys caught up with friends and schoolmates. There were also lots of questions and excited discussions. Who are my new teachers? What classes am I in? Will I be with my friends? Can Richmond make it back into the finals this year?

As always, the first half of the year, particularly Term 1, is a busy time for the boys, and there is always much to organise and a number of new teachers for them to get to know. We had heard good things when these boys were in Year 7, and their transition to Year 8 went extremely well. Given that Term 1 has lots of events, including the Swimming and Athletics Carnivals, it was pleasing to see that the boys were able to keep up with their academic workload and complete their assessments.

A number of special highlights in Year 8 include Medieval Day, our Democracy/Shark Tank experiential days, Father and Son Evening, Don Bosco’s Festival Day and the Camp at Phillip Island.

Medieval Day was filled with interesting activities. The boys learned about the lifestyle of the time, and experienced many of the skills, games and customs that were part of medieval society. It was a very interesting and informative day, and the boys didn’t miss the opportunity to practise some medieval combat. Election Day continued the experiential week, with the boys forming political parties, developing policies and holding a mock election overseen by the Australian Electoral Commission.

The Father and Son Evening was another great night, and is one of those rare opportunities for dads and their boys to take some time out and have real conversations with each other. The evening is all about dads and their sons playing together, discussing the roles they play in each other’s lives, and sharing special memories. With all the busyness in our lives, the chance to share an evening together without distractions made it a memorable occasion, and the feedback from all who attended was extremely positive.

For most boys, the Phillip Island Camp is the highlight of Year 8. The chance to spend time with friends and

challenge themselves with a range of outdoor activities made this a unique experience. We had fantastic weather, which allowed the boys to fully enjoy all the outdoor activities on offer, and it was great to see them challenging themselves and supporting their mates. The letter writing activity is always a great experience and, hopefully, parents enjoyed reading their sons’ letters as much as the boys enjoyed receiving letters from their parents and guardians.

Don Bosco’s Festival Day was a great celebration, with food and activities. The day itself was a real carnival, with lots of activities, fundraising and the chance to see some of their favourite teachers splashing down during the dunking activity.

As Year Level Leader, I’d like to congratulate the boys on the way they have interacted with each other and the staff. This group has been the most respectful and considerate that I have looked after during my time at Salesian, and it has been an extremely enjoyable year getting to know them. As I said to the boys at the Term 4 Assembly, most of our boys do the right thing all the time, and do so with a smile on their faces and a level of respect and care for those around them. While we drive the boys to achieve academically, we also have the chance, through the Oratory classes and The Resilience Program in particular, to develop boys who are empathetic and communityminded, working towards a better understanding and tolerance of each other. Hopefully, this contributes to building tolerant, resilient and respectful young men who live out our values of dynamism, joy and integrity.

On behalf of all Year 8s, I’d like to thank all the teachers who have taught and encouraged the boys to give of their best. I would like to acknowledge the Year 8 dedicated Oratory teachers: Mr Stuart Hill (8A), Mr Sam Bentley (8B), Ms Emma Wooley (8C), Mr Ken Verbyla (8D) and Ms Melina Barcelona (8F). Thank you so very much.

I look forward to following the progress of the boys, and hope they have an enjoyable and productive time at our Mannix campus in 2025.

ORATORY 8A

Mr Stuart Hill

This year’s 8A group was a terrific bunch of young men with whom it was great to be associated. They formed a positive and friendly group that developed a strong bond as the year progressed. We had some fantastic experiences together, particularly our interactions with St Kilda Football Club. From heading into the RESA centre to learn about nutrition in an elite setting to the strength and conditioning sessions run by Ace Performance, we were very privileged, as part of the Sports Academy, to experience these together.

The Year 8 Camp down at Phillip Island was my personal highlight. It was wonderful to have time together to build our relationships and create some fun and lasting memories. While I’m sure I’ll have the honour of teaching many of you in some capacity in the future, I wish you all the best on your Salesian journey and in all that the future brings!

Zachary Kolivas

William Brooks Gay

Will Nenos

Thomas Fabiatos

Aariyan Senthuran

Alex Stopajnik

Angus Chetwin

Ben Ellis

Benjamin Woods

Caleb Miszalski

Cohen Billing

Khush Patel

Orin Coyles

Emmett Baldwin

Louis Papoulias

Peter Siamelis

Harrison Ryan

Lucas Kousourakis

Ryan Pandey

Jack Kousourakis

Lucas Mallios

Sebastian Bayard

Jesse Downes

Luke Waters

Joshua Antony

Max Sollecito

Mr Sam Bentley ORATORY 8B

8B embraced the spirit of the Biretta program, demonstrating enthusiasm for learning, teamwork, and personal growth. The year was filled with memorable moments, from lively classroom discussions to shared achievements in and out of the classroom. Whether it was collaboration, creativity, or friendly competition, each student contributed to the unique character of our Oratory.

Timothy Iliuk

Sohith Meela

Samrudh Shankar

Samarth Pedamale

Aadit Rajput

Angelo Hampson

Ben Leadbetter

Bryson Truong

Curtis Middleton

Dejan Popovic

Emmanual Shibu

Laurence Bloomfield

Nethum Wijethunga Wasala Mudalige

Ethan D’Souza

Lawson Lieu Nicolas Loupos

Hari Palaniappan

Marcel Sukmawijaya

Oscar Murfitt

Jayden Herman-Lindt

Meran Fernando

Rafael Sergianis

Jerom Renjith

Mohul Gowda

Justin Charlestio

Nathan Wheeler

ORATORY 8C

Miss Emma

Woolley

What an honour it has been to have 8C as my first Oratory class this year. We’ve had a truly enjoyable year, full of fun, laughter and friendship, where the group came together and supported each other through all the ups and downs. A standout moment was undoubtedly the Year 8 Camp, where many challenged themselves and created lifelong memories. For such a wonderfully diverse group of individuals, 8C have shown incredible support and encouragement towards one another. Their strength and unity assure me that they are more than ready to take on the challenges of Year 9 and beyond.

Zachary Downes

Aivars Li

Aleksandar Beljic

Andreis Chester

Cameron Lloyd

Cristiano Dos Santos

Jack Di Donato

Jake D’Souza

Max Kanathigoda

Thana Mumford

Joshua Mason-Lengs

Michael Kaltzidis

Thomas Llopart

Kaleb Matser

Noah Narayan

Vaibhav Conjivaram

Martin Kennedy

Oliver Gregoric

Zac Bhagat

Mathew Casuscelli

Panayoti Katavolos

Max Jones

Riyon Cooray

ORATORY 8D

Mr Ken Verbyla

Another year for the class of 8D, learning new things, both inside and outside of the classroom. At the beginning of Year 8, we were all exiting Year 7. Now we are embracing the challenges and excitement of our teenage years. Some of us still struggle to arrive at Period 1 on time or to keep our student tables and lockers tidy. Welcome to our teenage years! But we improved as the year progressed. Well done to the class of 8D - a great achievement, and we wish you every success for next year and beyond.

Aditya Nair

Ansh Chauhan

Archie Sutherland

Byron Paterson

Canice Azwan Rasyid

Cooper Colwell

Dhruv Agrawal

Jet Ranasinghe

Tanishq Naik

Durell Weeramuni

Justin Lie

Thayaagaran Palanivel

Dylan Liberatoscioli

Kellan Frantz

William McKenzie

Evan Isaac Fernandes

Samson Story

Zac Richardson

Jack Millington

Samuel Lokhee

Jay Tooley

Seth De Silva

ORATORY 8E

Mr Craig Giles

The boys in 8E were a group I always looked forward to being with in class, and they developed some great friendships with each other as we moved through the year. It was wonderful to have such a diverse group of boys who got along so well and were able to get to know each other even better at the camp at Phillip Island, which was one of the highlights of the year. I haven’t had a group that got along as well before, and although they needed regular reminders to stay on task, they were very considerate of each other and had a lot of fun together. I will really miss this group, but I look forward to following their progress, and I’m sure they will have a fantastic Year 9 experience.

Zane Christopoulos

Benjamin Crestani

Christian Kanellopoulos

Christopher Ghannoum

Cooper Thomas

Dean Athanasiou

Declan Rowe

Domenic Puliafito

Kosta Asvestas

Sam Mai

Ehan Razzak

Leo Woutersz

Sebastian Milonas

Elijah Pantalleresco

Luke Spano

William Petrie

Finn Falla

Matthew Boreham

William Sabljak

George Tomlin

Michael Hill

Jamie Perdicakis

Michael Sibonis

ORATORY 8F

Ms Melina Barcellona

What a year we had in 8F! We had no idea of what was to happen. To our delight, the year was filled with fun, laughter and joy. We kickstarted first term by enforcing existing bonds from the previous year, and getting to know our amazing and supportive teachers. They all acted with great thoughtfulness by helping us fly through our exams by giving up their class time to allow us to study and revise. Don Bosco Day and Year 8 camp made Term Three memorable and exciting. On behalf of all 8F, we greatly thank all our teachers, LDOs and especially Ms Barcellona for making year 8 an enjoyable experience.

Zak Smit

Xavier Sammut

Alexander Demellis

Anish Dondeti

Antonio Tartaro

Benjamin Chau

Benjamin Ky

Bryan Kim

Dihein Wijesinghe

Jorge Karavias

Roy Nikolopoulos

Hridhaan Soni

Kosta Kalavrouziotis

Steven Vu

Hugo Primiero

Nicolas Fiorello

Visal Kumarage

Jacob Berry Noah Blenkhorn

Xavier James

Jacob Rajendran

Oscar Finamore

James Byrden

Rocco Addessi

— Jorge K and Hugo P

YEAR 7

Olivia Raphael Year 7 Year Level Leader

Bright-eyed and eager for the journey ahead, our 2024 Year 7 cohort began their new chapter with excitement and a touch of nervousness. As they sat side by side with their Oratory classmates, sharing polite greetings and small talk, little did they know that these early moments would spark the beginnings of a strong brotherhood. This year laid the foundation for them to start developing their legacy, to discover the Salesian story and to dream of what lies ahead. Along the way, they faced challenges, navigating unfamiliar routines, managing new responsibilities and finding their place in the College, but it was through these experiences that real growth occurred.

Term 1 started at full speed with the High Achievers Assembly, House Athletics Carnival and whole school Opening Mass. The boys were introduced to what it means to be a ‘Salesian boy’, observing their older peers and feeling the deep sense of community. The Year 7 Camp soon followed, where friendships were forged through team challenges, late night stories and plenty of laughs. The House Swimming Carnival rounded off the term, giving them more opportunities to embrace the Salesian spirit of camaraderie and teamwork. Through these events, the boys began to understand the importance of doing ordinary things extraordinarily, whether in competition, forming friendships or supporting one another.

In Terms 2 and 3 they tackled new learning experiences, like mastering the art of tying a tie and keeping their shirts tucked in! Student Led Conferences gave them the chance to reflect on their transition to high school, set new goals and showcase their academic progress. The Mother and Son Night was a heartwarming highlight,

giving each boy time to reflect and appreciate his mother figure. The boys also embraced the Salesian value of service, participating in the St Vinnies Winter Appeal and Caritas Project Compassion, learning the impact of giving back to their community.

Resilience became a key focus as Term 3 progressed. The boys applied lessons from the Resilience Project, practising gratitude, empathy and mindfulness to overcome the challenges of the long, cold term. These emotional tools helped them to understand that setbacks are a natural part of growth, and that resilience is key to thriving in both school and life.

Term 4 wrapped up with the Year 7 Reflection Day, where the boys were encouraged to explore their unique gifts and talents, reflecting on how they can contribute to the community. The year ended on a high with an exciting trip to Enchanted Adventures, followed by the Year 8 Transition Day. This gave them a glimpse of what’s to come, leaving them feeling prepared and excited for the next chapter of their journey.

I want to acknowledge the incredible work of the Year 7 teachers who supported our boys in their transition to secondary school, setting a strong foundation for the years ahead. Special thanks to the Oratory Leaders: Mr Stephen Sellwood, Mr Christopher Seeber, Mr Hasan Talukder, Mr Simon Greely, Ms Leonie Nathan, Mrs Louisa Seymour and Mr James Prowse, for their dedication and leadership throughout the year.

Gentlemen, best of luck next year and all the very best for what lies ahead!

ORATORY 7A

Mr Stephen Sellwood

Year 7 Sports Academy class kicked off the year with energy, enthusiasm and a passion for excellence. Our young athletes balanced rigorous training with their studies, showing dedication and teamwork in every aspect. Highlights included standout performances in the College’s ACC sports programmes, and students quickly became leaders both on and off the field. Their hard work, positive attitudes and commitment to improvement have set the tone for their future years at the college.

Yohan Marshall

Wade Rabel

Ben Meyborg

Billy Giannakopoulos

Campbell Miller

Charlie Duffin

Cristiano Belmuda

Harrison Stevens

Harry Washington

Leo Trojak Nyamuka

Phillip Treharne

Jacob Mitchell

Lucas Llopart

Seb Almanza-Coyle

Joel Bates

Max Tregear

Sebastian Filice

Jordan Baker Nate Ellaby

Josef Pepper

Oli Huppe

Kai Weerasinghe

Oliver Grenfell

ORATORY 7B

Mr Chris Seeber

The class of 7B display the Salesian values of Joy, Integrity, Respect, Belonging and Dynamism throughout everything they do. Our class fosters many people from different cultures, backgrounds and beliefs, united together as a class. Whilst Birretta is known as the accelerated learning classroom, we are much more than that. We not only strive to do our best in our studies, we also do so in our sport, and in supporting each other throughout our Salesian journey as we grow and learn together as brothers.

Shrey Baweja

Shawn Shums

Seb Sabljak

Samuel Rodger

Ruben Cerreto-Dillon

Aarush Sharma

Aditya Manocha

An Phuoc Luu

Ashane Wijesuriya

Athan Barbakas

Ben Matthews-Dey

Benjamin D’Souza

Janul Devendra

Neev Brahmbhatt

Cayden Silveira

Jerrick Ly

Nived Srikar

Daniel Theuma

Jesse Vu Oscar Taylor

Dean Karitopoulos

Luca Finamore

Hugo Le

Lucas Millar

Jake Seo

Luke Son

— Shawn Shums & Hugo Le, Class Captains

Miss Olivia Raphael ORATORY 7C

7C, what a huge year of growth it has been for all of us! Together we learnt where the buildings were, agreed that the chicken tender ripper rolls and the jam doughnuts were the best part of the canteen, and figured out how to tie a tie. We’ve conquered the Great Wall of China, survived Algebra, and performed on stage. Most importantly, we’ve forged friendships and created a brotherhood that will last a lifetime. All the best, 7C. It has been an absolute honour.

William Lloyd

Tom Pirani

Adi Malayath

Aidan Sosic

Albert Phung

Andrew Georgiou

Ari Panagakos

Ariaan Balasuriya

Bradley Lumo

Jordan John

Sam Shalina Androse

Christopher Dimokranitis

Joshua Deo

Samuel Moore

Erich Saifert

Jude Ozgis

Tadg Hagioglou

Felix Redden

Kuany Wal

Thomas Carroll

George Anderson

Liam Scott

Harry Hanicek

Patrick McHenry

Mr Simon Greely ORATORY 7D

7D were a hard working group of young gentlemen. They started the year with the Year 7 Camp at Dromana, connecting with their classmates and making new friends across the year level. For the rest of the year, they involved themselves as much as they could in our school events and celebrations, making the most of the opportunities provided to them. Hopefully, they feel that they are part of the community, and I wish them every success as they follow the ‘Salesian Way’ over the next five years.

Sam Caiafa

Aarav Dhir

Alex Hadzic

Alex Yin

Anthony Torcasio

Cooper Stanley

Ewan Blair-Smith

Faramarz Rezaie

Luka Kentera

Roman Maxfield

James Kouromihalis

Manny Corsini

Ryan Pradeesh

Jeremy Kesuma

Matthew Keppens

Taylor Wilson

Jorge Spanos Ntovellos

Matthew Nguyen

Toby Fitzjohn

Joshua Hwang

Nicholas Mavridis

Levi Ranasinghe

Oliver Schneider

ORATORY 7E

Ms Leonie Nathan

7E has had a wonderful year as an oratory group, and it has been an honour to get to know this amazing group of young men. They each have their own gifts and talents, and have supported each other in an encouraging way. Lockers, laptops and timetables are just a few of the challenges the class have faced and overcome. 7E has become an integral part of the Salesian community, learning much about Don Bosco and the Salesian way. They have worked well across a range of subjects, learning and developing new skills. The students especially enjoyed going to the Science labs and Design Technology areas. Each day has brought laughter and fun to the class, and I wish 7E all the best for their future years. Continue to shine and ‘be all things to all people,’ gentlemen!

Zane Franceschini

Thomas Huynh

Albin Soman Shaiju

Ari Gourgiotis

Francis Coreya

Gabriel Papanikolaou

George Kotsopoulos

Hamilton Badge

Harrison Kokkinos

Luke Capomolla

Remi Williams

Jairus De Guzman

Max Crivelli

Roman Thornton

Jonah Mangaly

Max Wursthorn

Shubh Patel

Jordan Gurupatham

Peter Kotsonas

Thomas Holden

Lewis Antonopoulos

Rafael Hariyanto

Lex Vogue

Ray Kanathigoda

Mrs Louisa Seymour ORATORY 7F

7F - What memories! This energetic, animated group embraced every opportunity presented to them during their orientation, quickly fostering new friendships and enjoying their camp adventures. 7F learned the importance of living out the school values. The high expectations they faced became valuable learning experiences in their transition to secondary school. Salesian Festival Day, Year 7 Reflection Day, sport and music allowed them to embrace growth and to celebrate their talents and school spirit. 7F, you are amazing individuals with the capacity for great things. Your future is bright!

Zac Nicholls

Aidan Hodges

Austin Ignatiadis

Daniel Charabie

Dean Parthimos

Flynn Amos

Harrison Galitos

Ilya Haffari

Marc Koukoumanos

Senan Dewapakshage

James Baker

Marco Lopez

Thomas Sanchez Echavarria

Liam Carr

Mason Guy

Tim Roberts

Logan McCrae Panagiotis Minopoulos

Toriah Mbugua

Lucas Spilios

Riley Packham

Manjot Dhillon

Ryan Renju

STAFF

Lucyanne Agius

Lauren Carlyle

Brian Ahern

Daniel Catoggio

Anthony Anastasio

Byron Chen

Thomas Andrews

Heath Chipperfield

Irene Apostolopoulos

Bernadette Clancey

Natasha Arulananda

Jason Collins

Mark Ashmore

Michelle Collins

Daryl Barclay

Declan Crowe

Eleanor Bladon

Carlo Del Porto

Ashley Campisano

Styron Augustus

Ben Cooke

Kat Barnett

Lois Curry

Rita Bonne

Mikayla Domini

Daniel Campisano

Roslyn Aylward

James Cowan

Carli Beaver

Alexandra Cust

Richard Bourbon

Grainne Doyle

Monique Capomolla

Paul Azar

Mary Cox

Angela Belmuda

Mitchell Cuzens

Matthew Brooks

Solomon Britton

Klara Baka

Tim Cox

Sam Bentley

Marisa Danese

Joshua Bryan

Melina Barcellona

Adam Croft

Peter Bermingham

Gavan Darragh

Gesualda Cafasso

Nicholas Dunmill Sally Kuszner Lisa Dupuy Katherine Lewis

Tamsyn D’Souza Matt Little Cathy Eames Simon Lloyd Carl Egan William Lloyd Montana Eisenhauer Steven Loonstra

Nick Filippis

Robert Marley

Jaydan Harvey

Suzie McErvale Summer Huang

Leonie Nathan

Nadia Knight Anne Garofalo

Emma Marsh

Jayden Hawkes

Joyce McGrath Wendy Hung

Fatima Nazar

Marianne Marshall

Molly Hermon

Rob Mercer

Lila

Jean-Pierre

Gina Nenos

Kellie Kosanam

Golding

Morais

Kent

Jones Simon Greely Anthony McClelland Rachael Holland

Priscilla Hansen David McDonald Carolyn Hope

Geordie Nagle Ria Khambete

Daniel Nguyen

Ed Niu

Liz O’Connell

Molly O’Shea

Mary O’Sullivan

Billy Pappas

Charmaine Park

Alvin Zhang

Nicholas Shaw

Amy Zou

Sandy Shen

Kathryn Zwalf

Michael Shepherdson

Freda Sibonis

Trudy Skarajew

August Soliman

Owen Stephens

Serena Thean

Geoff Ryan

Sinead Waterson

Shirley Shao

Johnathon Stevens

Robert Tighe

Rosa Salemme

Emma Woolley

Helen Sharp

Tim Swayn

Malaya Rodezno

Lydia Triafylos

Andrew Sambell

Nigel Yates

Phoebe Sharp

Hasan Talukder

Zac Rodezno

Alexandra Tsiavis

Chris Seeber

Dean Schimming

Daisy Tang

Dane Rogers

Jackson Turnbull

Stephen Sellwood

Jessica Taylor

Gabrielle Rolfe

Ken Verbyla

Louisa Seymour

Absent: Jenny Brasch, Guy Cristiano, Terry Cristiano, Joe Dinh, Jackie McKinnon, David Neville, Kate Nugara, Emily Roach, Paul Ton, Matthew Van Emmerik, Sean West.

Olivia Raphael Scott Peacock

Sarah Roberts

Nicholas Place

Sani Poulose

James Prowse

Deborah Rabot

STAFF FAREWELLS & LONG SERVICE

FROM THE BUSINESS MANAGER

Daniel Nguyen Business Manager

Whilst this year feels like it has gone like a flash, I am proud of the achievements that we accomplished during 2024. This was a year of consolidation and putting in the foundations to ensure the long term vision and sustainability of the College.

We completed the detailed design and tender for the first stage of our aspirational Master Plan, being the Years 7 and 8 Precinct on the Mannix campus. We look forward to overseeing the construction of the new building and refurbishment to the existing Mannix building.

To ensure that we are able to deliver on future stages of the Master Plan, the College Board approved a 10 year financial plan. This provides the platform for the College to achieve its vision and mission for its building infrastructure to support the learning, teaching and pastoral needs of our students. It also establishes parameters to safeguard the College with appropriate financial benchmarks and targets.

The College also undertook an ICT review to assess the College’s technological infrastructure and readiness against the key cyber security risks faced by many other businesses. We look forward to developing a road map to implement the recommendations.

The inaugural Business Lunch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in November was a great highlight, bringing together alumni, parents, key sponsors and supporters of the College.

Whilst we have achieved much this year, we are looking forward to some key initiatives in 2025, including the implementation of the Employee Connect HR system and Risk Wizard risk management platform.

BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS

In 2024 we welcomed Father Phil Gleeson, Natalija Visic and Kate Henselis to the College Board. Fr Phil is a Salesian of Don Bosco and an experienced academic at the College of Divinity. Fr Phil has also served previously as a College Principal. Natalija is an experienced risk and compliance professional within the education sector, and also serves as a member of the Child Safety, Risk and Compliance Committee. Kate is an executive for Danihers Facility Management, and brings a high level of commercial and facility management experience to the College.

I take this opportunity to thank Father Bernie Graham and Mathieu Maugueret, who have stepped down from the College Board. I want to thank them both for their stewardship and contributions to the College. They will always be welcome back at Salesian College Chadstone.

From a staffing perspective, we welcome Mrs Sandra Lyons (Recruitment and Administration Officer) and Mrs Genevieve Hemsley (Reception and Administration Officer). Both have integrated well with our College community and made meaningful contributions to the Administration Team.

We thank the Salesian College community for all their support, and look forward to working with them again in 2025.

FACILITIES REPORT

Peter Knight Facilities Manager

Following the delivery of the Masterplan in 2023, the Facilities Team, along with the Project Steering Group (PSG), undertook an extensive program of consultation and design development to bring to life the Stage 1 Mannix project in 2024.

Working alongside McIldowie Partners Architects and our sub-consultant partners, extensive consultation has taken place across a variety of internal stakeholders to bring the schematic design of the build to life through the design development stage of the project. The building works commenced in November 2024, with an expected completion date in 2026.

The Facilities Team has been instrumental in the development of targeted capital works to meet current and future trends in learning and teaching, alongside our Charism, to provide our students with a balanced, enriched education in the spirit of Don Bosco. A framework for identifying, analysing, and prioritising a variety of capital works classes—Major, Minor, and Equipment Procurement—was developed in 2024 to inform the 10-year financial plan and the overall 10-year capital works plan.

2024 has been a productive year in relation to works undertaken across the College, with the delivery of many projects, including:

• Occhiena building refurbishment project: restoration works in nine classrooms, including repairs to walls, recarpeting, painting, and removal of obsolete furnishings.

• Murdoch Air Conditioning Renewal Project: replacement of 17 air conditioning (AC) units in the Murdoch Building (south side) over December 2023 and January 2024.

• Timber Rejuvenation Program: renewal of the decking timber in and around the lower Naylon building (Undercroft).

• Kimberley Building Music Studios: owing to a lack of air handling options, the Facilities Team installed portable air conditioning units in each of the studios (in-house installation) to address concerns around the heating of these spaces due to their north-facing orientation.

• Bosco Main Gates: reinstated and upgraded as part of the rectification works in Term 4, 2023.

• Library Hub Reading Booths: reconfiguration work during the Term 2 2024 school holidays.

Other works undertaken by the Facilities Team included:

• Developing the draft Minor Capital Works (MCW) framework and plan to guide College staff in applying for funding to complete smaller capital projects between $5,000 and $20,000 across the College.

• Developing the draft 10-year Capital Works Programme to capture Capital Works Projects (CWP) delivery that emanates from the Masterplan, the Building Asset Management Plan (BAMP), and individual Building Maintenance Plans. The programme will guide the prioritisation of works, their delivery, and provide a framework for budgeting and forecasting funds for their completion.

• Leading the EOI and tender process for selecting a builder to construct the Stage 1 works on the Mannix Campus in 2025.

I would like to thank Mr Mitch Cuzens, Mr Anthony McClelland, and Mr August Solimon for their hard work and dedication in ensuring our students and staff have the best possible facilities and amenities to maximise their learning and teaching aspirations.

DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING

Suzie McErvale Director of Development and Marketing

2024 has been a year of vision, growth and community engagement for the Development and Marketing team, embracing the theme “The Dream that Makes You Dream”, reflecting our commitment to fostering dreams and aspirations that inspire both our students and the broader community. A major milestone in 2024 has been the progress of our College Master Plan. The redevelopment of the Mannix Campus will focus on the creation of a Years 7 and 8 Precinct, tailored specifically to meet the developmental needs of our 12 to 14 year old students. This precinct will provide a safe, engaging environment, with targeted curriculum, assessment and pedagogy designed to nurture the academic, social and emotional growth of our students. This exciting vision reflects our ongoing commitment to a holistic education that fosters both academic excellence and personal development

In our 67th year, significant effort has been made in key community initiatives. In collaboration with Per Vocem Vita, our Primary School Debating and Public Speaking Workshops stood out as key moments, showcasing the talents of young debaters and speakers, while fostering a spirit of intellectual curiosity and competition. Thank you to our incredible student leaders and staff who have devoted their time and energy to support the delivery of the workshops, which have positively impacted over 200 primary school students from eight different feeder schools. We are truly grateful for their hard work and commitment to helping others find their voice through public speaking and debating.

Liverpool Community Day proved to be another success, deepening our connections with the local area and further solidifying our role within the community.

Salesian Kid Secondary School Experience Days continued to inspire future leaders, demonstrating the College’s ongoing commitment to developing well rounded individuals.

Our highly successful inaugural November MCG Business Lunch, with keynote speaker Martin Heppell from the Resilience Project, brought together members of our community for meaningful connections. His insightful presentation on building resilience left a lasting impact, especially his practical advice; integrating just 7 seconds of music, 30 seconds of exercise and instant laughter into our daily routines. These simple yet powerful actions can help us all stay grounded and resilient in the face of challenges.

The success of our key College events would not have been possible without the support of our students, staff and parents, who helped to manage the busy schedule. A special thank you goes to our Years 8–10 Tour Guides and their families for their contributions.

As we reflect on the achievements of 2024, we would like to recognise the staff who played key roles in ensuring the continued success of the Development and Marketing team. Special thanks go to Mrs Trudy Skarajew (Marketing Coordinator), Mrs Michelle Collins (Registrar), Mr Matthew Little (Extra Curricular Muisc Leader and Community Engagement Leader) and Mr Johnathon Stevens (Design Support Officer) for their individual and collective outstanding contributions.

CANTEEN

Helen Sharp Canteen Manager

Our wonderful parent, friend, and colleague, Mrs Darleen Skopakow (son Mark, Class of 2021), retired at the start of 2024. Darleen, who has been my assistant and our friend since 2021, has been an incredible asset to our Salesian community, and especially to us as a friend in the Canteen. Darleen’s infectious smile and positive outlook on life will be greatly missed by me and everyone who has worked with her. Her ability to light up a room with her humour and cheeky smile is what we’ll miss the most.

Enjoy your travels around the world and your retirement, Darleen! My staff and I wish Darleen and her family all the very best for the future and safe travels.

2024 PARENT HELPERS

I would like to thank all our wonderful parent helpers who have supported the Canteen throughout 2024. We are always incredibly grateful to our loyal and generous parent volunteers, who give their time to assist with the day to day running of the Canteen. We could not operate so efficiently without their support. Thank you!

Parent Helpers who are sadly leaving us in 2024:

• 8 years: Rita Davis, Krishna Thurston

• 6 years: Donna Edwards, Ana Thomas, Damien Green

• 7 years: Shay Occhiuto

We wish these generous, wonderful people all the best for the future. We will miss you!

STUDENT HELPERS

A huge thank you to our incredible student helpers this year! We’ve received amazing support from students in Years 10, 11 and 12 during recess and lunch service.

Special thanks go to Brodie Grewcock, who has played a leading role in organising the Term by Term student helper roster for 2024. Brodie’s meticulous attention to detail in correlating and emailing students each morning, following up when students were unavailable, and even stepping in himself dozens of times, has been invaluable. He has dedicated many hours of his own time to implementing a roster system that will now be used for the 2025 student roster.

I would like to personally thank Brodie for his selfless hard work, positivity, humour and incredible work ethic. He will be missed by myself and my staff. We wish him all the best in his university studies and future work commitments. He will be an asset wherever he goes.

I would also like to thank the Year 11 and 12 student helpers who gave up their recesses and lunches to support us. These incredible young men were a fantastic addition to our team, and we are so grateful for their kindness and dedication throughout the year. Unfortunately, I can’t name everyone for fear of missing someone, but you all know who you are!

We wish the Class of 2024 all the best in their future endeavours. You will be missed!

PARENT’S ASSOCIATION

Richard Bourbon Assistant Principal - Students and Engagement

The Salesian College Parents’ Association was a vibrant part of the College community throughout 2024. Our main goals were to demonstrate Salesian hospitality and to help bring together families within our school community. These aims were showcased during the Year 7 Social Night earlier in the year, where many families were warmly welcomed with light refreshments, providing an opportunity for them to connect, and to be introduced to the College.

Our Mothers’ Day and Fathers’ Day celebrations exceeded all expectations, with record attendance at both events. The Parents’ Association contributed funds towards the delicious breakfasts for parents and students, fostering a sense of community across all year levels.

Our final event of the year was the Year 7 Orientation for the incoming 2025 cohort and their families. The Parents’ Association assisted by providing dinner for the new families, aiming to offer a welcoming environment as they begin their secondary school journey.

In addition to these events, the Parents’ Association organised two uniform sales, one at the end of Term Three and another at the Year 7 Orientation Evening. These sales promoted sustainability and raised funds for the Salesian Mission in Samoa, a truly worthy cause. A heartfelt thank you to all the families who donated their preloved uniforms.

Initiatives from the Parents’ Association that benefit all students include providing handballs for new Year 7 students and the special graduating ties given to our Year 12 students as a farewell gift.

We also continue to play an advisory role in wellbeing policies and projects introduced for students and staff at the College, ensuring that our initiatives contribute positively to the overall school environment.

The success of our events would not have been possible without the incredible work of our committee members. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Janine Moulton, Shay Occhiuto, Adrian Head, Sophie Miliotis, Leslie Dundon, Clara Hampson, Sri Kanathigoda, Naomi Zavalis, Jennifer Matthews, and Patricia Gentile for their dedication.

Looking ahead to 2025, we anticipate many exciting opportunities and events. We warmly welcome all parents to join the Parents’ Association and invite you to attend our meetings, held once a term. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet other parents, share new ideas and be part of a group that “works together to build the school community”.

ROLL CALL

YEAR 7

Seb Almanza-Coyle

Flynn Amos

George Anderson

Lewis Antonopoulos

Hamilton Badge

James Baker

Jordan Baker

Ariaan Balasuriya

Athan Barbakas

Joel Bates

Shreshth Baweja

Cristiano Belmuda

Ewan Blair-Smith

Neev Brahmbhatt

Sam Caiafa

Luke Capomolla

Liam Carr

Thomas Carroll

Ruben Cerreto-Dillon

Daniel Charabie

Francis Coreya

Manny Corsini

Max Crivelli

Jairus De Guzman

Joshua Deo

Janul Devendra

Senan Dewapakshage

Manjot Dhillon

Aarav Dhir

Christopher Dimokranitis

Benjamin D’Souza

Charlie Duffin

Nate Ellaby

Sebastian Filice

Luca Finamore

Toby Fitzjohn

Zane Franceschini

Harrison Galitos

Andrew Georgiou

Billy Giannakopoulos

Ari Gourgiotis

Oliver Grenfell

Jordan Gurupatham

Mason Guy

Alex Hadzic

Ilya Haffari

Tadg Hagioglou

Harry Hanicek

Rafael Hariyanto

Aidan Hodges

Thomas Holden

Oli Huppe

Thomas Huynh

Joshua Hwang

Austin Ignatiadis

Jordan John

Ray Kanathigoda

Dean Karitopoulos

Luka Kentera

Matthew Keppens

Jeremy Kesuma

Harrison Kokkinos

Peter Kotsonas

George Kotsopoulos

Marc Koukoumanos

James Kouromihalis

Hugo Le

Lucas Llopart

William Lloyd

Marco Lopez

Bradley Lumo

An Phuoc Luu

Jerrick Ly

Jonah Mangaly

Aditya Manocha

Yohan Marshall

Ben Matthews-Dey

Nicholas Mavridis

Roman Maxfield

Logan Mccrae

Patrick Mchenry

Ben Meyborg

Lucas Millar

Campbell Miller

Panagiotis Minopoulos

Jacob Mitchell

Samuel Moore

Matthew Nguyen

Zac Nicholls

Jude Ozgis

Riley Packham

Ari Panagakos

Gabriel Papanikolaou

Dean Parthimos

Shubh Patel

Josef Pepper

Albert Phung

Tom Pirani

Ryan Pradeesh

Wade Rabel

Levi Ranasinghe

Felix Redden

Ryan Renju

Faramarz Rezaie

Tim Roberts

Samuel Rodger

Seb Sabljak

Erich Saifert

Thomas Sanchez Echavarria

Oliver Schneider

Liam Scott

Jake Seo

Sam Shalina Androse

Aarush Sharma

Shawn Shums

Alexander Siega

Cayden Silveira

Albin Soman Shaiju

Luke Son

Aidan Sosic

Jorge Spanos Ntovellos

Lucas Spilios

Nived Srikar

Cooper Stanley

Harrison Stevens

Year 7 Student

Oscar Taylor

Daniel Theuma

Roman Thornton

Anthony Torcasio

Max Tregear

Phillip Treharne

Leo Trojak Nyamuka

Lex Vogue

Jesse Vu

Kuany Wal

Harry Washington

Kai Weerasinghe

Ashane Wijesuriya

Remi Williams

Taylor Wilson

Max Wursthorn

Alex Yin

YEAR 8

Rocco Addessi

Dhruv Agrawal

Joshua Antony

Kosta Asvestas

Dean Athanasiou

Canice Azwan Rasyid

Emmett Baldwin

Sebastian Bayard

Aleksandar Beljic

Jacob Berry

Zac Bhagat

Cohen Billing

Noah Blenkhorn

Laurence Bloomfield

Matthew Boreham

William Brooks Gay

James Byrden

Mathew Casuscelli

Justin Charlestio

Benjamin Chau

Ansh Chauhan

Andreis Chester

Angus Chetwin

Zane Christopoulos

Cooper Colwell

Vaibhav Conjivaram

Riyon Cooray

Orin Coyles

Benjamin Crestani

Seth De Silva

Alexander Demellis

Jack Di Donato

Anish Dondeti

Cristiano Dos Santos

Jesse Downes

Zachary Downes

Ethan D’Souza

Jake D’Souza

Ben Ellis

Thomas Fabiatos

Finn Falla

Evan Isaac Fernandes

Meran Fernando

Oscar Finamore

Nicolas Fiorello

Kellan Frantz

Christopher Ghannoum

Mohul Gowda

Oliver Gregoric

Angelo Hampson

Jayden Herman-Lindt

Michael Hill

Timothy Iliuk

Xavier James

Max Jones

Kosta Kalavrouziotis

Michael Kaltzidis

Max Kanathigoda

Christian Kanellopoulos

Jorge Karavias

Panayoti Katavolos

Martin Kennedy

Bryan Kim

Zachary Kolivas

Jack Kousourakis

Lucas Kousourakis

Visal Kumarage

Benjamin Ky

Ben Leadbetter

Aivars Li

Dylan Liberatoscioli

Justin Lie

Lawson Lieu

Thomas Llopart

Cameron Lloyd

Samuel Lokhee

Nicolas Loupos

Sam Mai

Lucas Mallios

Joshua Mason-Lengs

Kaleb Matser

Sohith Meela

Curtis Middleton

Sebastian Milonas

Caleb Miszalski

Thana Mumford

Oscar Murfitt

Tanishq Naik

Aditya Nair

Noah Narayan

Will Nenos

Roy Nikolopoulos

Hari Palaniappan

Thayaagaran Palanivel

Ryan Pandey

Elijah Pantalleresco

Louis Papoulias

Khush Patel

Byron Paterson

Samarth Pedamale

Jamie Perdicakis

William Petrie

Dejan Popovic

Hugo Primiero

Domenic Puliafito

Jacob Rajendran

Aadit Rajput

Jet Ranasinghe

Ehan Razzak

Jerom Renjith

Zac Richardson

Decky Rowe

Harrison Ryan

William Sabljak

Xavier Sammut

Aariyan Senthuran

Rafael Sergianis

Samrudh Shankar

Emmanual Shibu

Peter Siamelis

Michael Sibonis

Jake Siega

Zak Smit

Max Sollecito

Hridhaan Soni

Luke Spano

Alex Stopajnik

Samson Story

Marcel Sukmawijaya

Archie Sutherland

Antonio Tartaro

Cooper Thomas

George Tomlin

Jay Tooley

Bryson Truong

Steven Vu

Luke Waters

Durell Weeramuni

Nathan Wheeler

Dihein Wijesinghe

Nethum Wijethunga Wasala

Mudalige

Benjamin Woods

Leo Woutersz

YEAR 9

Cooper Allan

Harry Andrinopoulos

Isaac Aoun

Ari Artopios

Noah Asmar

Hugo Badge

Patrik Bakalis

Will Bakas

Matthew Barczynski

Gabe Battye

Emilio Bellistri

Xavier Biviano

Mitchell Bloxham

Leon Botakis

Andreas Boukouras

Jamie Brekalo

Lachie Burk

Milan Caceres

Lucas Caia

Archie Carter

Lincoln Caruana

Harry Cashman

Harjas Chadha

Lambros Charalambous

Jimmy Cho

Hamish Cooper

Jordan Deo

Cassiel Di Gregorio

Alexander Diosi

Brodie Downes

Rio D’Rozario

Lucas Drummond

Andrew D’Souza

Luke Edwards

Rennie Edwards

Finn Ellaby

Oliver Exton-Anderson

Evert Eykman

Oliver Filice

Lorenzo Fiorello

Rafaele Floros

William Franklin

Oliver Garric

Noel Geevarghese Johns

Max Gentile

Danie George

Lucas Geros

Calvin Gillespie

George Gourgiotis

Steven Grammaticopoulos

Jeswin Gurupatham

Cooper Guzzo

Dante Harbis

Ayden Harryman

Prathish Hewage

Andrew Holzschuster

Harley Howard

Ollie Howell

Nikolas Jurisic

Ehan Kalam

Ilya Kalinin

Harry Katanas

Liam Kelly

Patrick Kennedy

Elbert Kim

Risindu Kirindaliyanage Don

Aurelien Kong Shing

Cheong

Navindu Korale

Andy Koukoumanos

Theodore Koutelas

Archie Lafrank

Daniel Lane

Ethan Lane

Dante Lay

Hudson Lee

Jiho Lee

Luke Liberatoscioli

Tayshaun Liyanage

Mitch Loeding

Shaan Loganathan

Isaac Lopez

Theodore Lygoyris

Griffin Maralande

David Marinovic Selak

Tom Martins

Jacob Mathews

Corban Matusewicz

William Mccracken

Oskar Mcculloch

James Mcintosh

John Miliotis

Zac Millar

Giorgos Minopoulos

Noah Montgomery

Liam Moore

Gianluca Morelli

Charlie Morris

James Moutafis

John Munafo

Charlie Musgrave

Atticus Neumann

Martin Ngo

Alden Nguyen

Nam Nguyen

Tristin Nguyen

Luke Nickas

Liam Nikitas

Gurman Oberoi

Masashi Ogino

Josh Packham

Joseph Pahljina

Noah Panjkovic

Christopher Papadimitropoulos

Christos Papageorgiou

Sopho Papamarkou

Svanik Patkar

Jack Pepper

Brian Phung

Aditya Pillai

Mason Pinto

Lucas Piper

Samuel Pirani

Liam Power

Samuele Pozzoli

Jonathan Prabhu

Billy Rallis

Marcus Ramman

Oliver Redden

Archie Rizzi

Ethan Rodrigues

ROLL CALL

Hugo Rodrigues

Nathan Rodrigues

Matthew Rowley

Zach Sahib

Tehan Samarakoon

Rehan Sarwer

William Scalzi

Matthew Scherian

Gianluca Scrivano

Matthew Sejas

Peter Sfetsas

Jack Sharp

Brady Shipton

Anwin Shiraj

Alexander Sioulas

Cohen Slattery

Oliver Smart

Lochie Smith

Niko Soultanidis

James Sourris

Yianni Spyropoulos

Joshua Stacey

William Stacey

Max Stamatakos

Ned Sutherland

James Tanner

Gadwich Thiep

Cillian Thomas

Marsdon Thom-Tydell

Giorgi Tragomalas

Anthony Trajkoski

Andy Tran

Luka Treharne

Evan Tsoukalas

Harry Valentine

Ryan Van Langenberg

Vass Varvaras

Rhyle Vaz

Syd Vaz

Dhilan Vijayalingam

Zac Vogue

Troy Vu

Bafel Wal

Jelan Weeramuni

Jack Westaway

Karl Wursthorn

Luke Yankov

Asher Yates

YEAR 10

Krish Ahuja

Joel Ajani

Dean Amendola

Isaac Amos

Xavier Arnott

Gabriel Awad

Edward Bacon

Liam Baker

Leo Basbanas

Daniel Baxter

Zac Bayard

Joshua Bayne

Lachie Bayne

Biliew Biliew

Harly Billing

Zac Booth

Daniel Brooks

Hamish Brooks

Timmy Burns

Jordan Claderaro

Jackson Cerovac

Leo Cerreto-Dillon

Bryan Chea

Adriel Chirambaguwa

Perry Churchill-King

Thomas Ciorciari

Daniel Cochrane

Harry Colley

Michael Conforti

Daniel Corben

Angus Cormack

Sam Coyle

Anthony Deayton

Nicholas Dermitzakis

Marc Di Guglielmo

Anthony Di Pietrantonio

Onindu Dissanayaka

Nathan D’Mello

Jay Dogra

Eamon Downard

Charlie Downes

Akein Edirisinghe

Jack Ellis

Christian Engelander

Massimo Fazzino

Jared Fernandez

Lucas Fishlock

Joshua Fitzgerald

Oscar Fowler

William Francis

Stefan Funtusoff

Cooper Galileos

Thomas Galitos

Ethan Gemetzis

Jordan George

George Georgiades

Costantino Georgiou

Lachlan Gibson

Austin Grenfell

Sam Hadzic

Seth Hagioglou

Rafael Hampson

Nicholas Hassakis

Charlie Hopkins

Hamish Horgan

Theodore Horiatellis

William Huang

Darcy Humphreys

Dhruv Hunashikatti

Kokwach Kak

Cristian Karisson

Michael Karisson

Nicholas Katanas

Luke Kearns

Aston Kennedy

Samuel Kerr

Aadam Khan

Sachi Kiridena

Evan Kolivas

Christos Komninos

Asher Krongold

Mitchell Langworthy

Lucas Lazarou

Alex Lazos

Lachlan Le Vagueresse

Ned Leadbetter

William Liakakos

Jayden Lim

Francis John Macasa

Jamie Mandile

Jojo Manual

Nathan Marasinghe

Arachchige

George Mastrapas

Sam Matsakas

Luca Matusan

William Mckenna

Drew Mclaughlin

Kieran Menzis

Marcus Mercuri

Isaac Meseha

Samuel Millares

Ethan Mitsioulis

Harout Mkhsian

Archie Mole

Bryton Morris

Nicholas Mouzakis

Stephen Mouzakis

Diesel Myers-Hately

Jadon Nathaniel

Isaac Ng

Tristan Nguyen

Bailey Nicholls

Xavier Nicholls

Christian Noga

Seamus O’Driscoll

Jos Orfanos

Jonny Papaioannou

Tom Parks

Chris Peppas

Olley Peraic

Vimukthi Perera

Noah Phillips

Anthony Phung

Henry Pullenayegam

Tyson Rabel

Zac Raffa

Keyaan Raheem

Dheera Rambukwella

Emmett Redden

James Redlich

Bayley Richardson

Ethan Rizinger

Joshua Russo

Billy Ryan

Hamish Saffin

Jaxon Sahib

Rahul Sajan

Dante Schiavello

Jayden See

Fletcher Shaw

Zion Simons

Sandil Siriwardana

Samaranayaka

JJ Sleeman

Lucas Smith

Luca Sollecito

James Sourris

Harry Stanton

Richard Sun

Callum Thieu

Lucas Tippett

Henry Tomlin

Vihaan Trivedi

Matthew Tsakos

Terry Tsivranidis

Jordan Turner

Sothyrak Tuyhor

Jai Van Hoos

Ash Van Wyk

Leon Varsamis

Dhishan Vijay Anand

Siddharth Vinod

Dion Vorilas

Dimitri Vouronikos

Quan Vu

Ben Walker

Noah White

Torin Williams

Theo Wong

Ramy Youssef

Xavier Yu

Ashton Zammit

Andrew Ziino

Ross Zois

YEAR 11

Priyansh Agarwal

Jack Allan

Steven Amedeo

Nicholas Anagnostopoulos

Ben Anderson

George Andronis

Samuel Anthony

Angelo Apokis

Theo Arapis

Joshua Athas

Lukas Avila-Escobar

Ayaan Ayaan Ahmed

Matthew Babbington

Niko Bakalis

Antonio Basile

Aryan Batavia

Simranjot Singh Batth

Dean Bombonati

Jed Buxton

Andrew Byun

James Bywater

Harley Caimakamis

Jake Calderaro

Daniel Casuscelli

Justin Chea

Noah Cohen-Budge

Thomas Cohen-Budge

Ethan Collins

Tiernan Coyles

Zachariah Crellin

Robbie Cuthbertson

Yannick De Kauwe

Julian De Marco

Ryder Derbyshire

Thenuk Devendra

Thomas Dew

Jack Di Paolo

Daniel Dimetriou-Dickson

Emmanuel Dimitrakakis

Daniel Dinatale

Jaiden D’Rozario

Rowan D’Rozario

Lucas Emmanouil

Snowy Evans

Ben Fardell

Oliver Ferraro Lambert

Christian Fitzgerald

Lachlan Flynn

Oliver Forster

Nicholas Franklin

Christian Franzoni

Cooper Fry

David Gallego Betancur

Liam Gantelas

Harry Gardner

James Gatto

Abin Gautam

Julian Geros

Christian Ghanakas

Mehul Girdhar

James Gordon

Themi Gounaris

Luke Greenaway

Nicholas Grillo

Damon Guerrieri

Roshan Gunatilake

Spencer Guzzo

Lewis Hamilton

Nicholai Hampson

Alexander Hatzimihelakis

Charlie Hawtin

Josh Head

Alexander Hollenbach

Alexander Impala

Samuel Iverson

Sachin James

Abel Ebi Joseph

Billy Kakarantzas

Ross Kapotas

Alexander Karamanlis

Sharon Kattakayam

Connor Keleher

Lochlain Keleher

Anthony Kim

Will Kolenda

Geoffrey Kong Shing

Cheong

Peter Koupouzos

Harrison Kukulovski

Nitish Kumaran

Ryan Kuruppuncheril

Kaleb Labour

Angus Laing

Joshua Lam

Isaac Lane

Zoran Latin

Akachukwu Lechi-Meregini

Alvin Lee

Jensen Lee

Max Lee

David Legg

Liam Liberatoscioli

Alexander Liberis

Jiakie Lin

Xavier Loft

Emilio Lopez

Jack Lucarelli

Milo Mackay

Thomas Maguire-Nguyen

Noah Mahan

Ibrahim Mahdy

Gabriel Mainey

Wissam Malaeb

Oliver Mann

Jonathon Matsakas

Frank Mccammon

Lucas Merry

Eli Milonas

Fawaz Mohammadi

Tate Mole

Kosta Nikolopoulos

Anton Occhiuto

Spencer O’Shea

Iggy Palma

Nicholas Papageorgiou

Stefan Pegiou

Isaac Peluso

Jack Peluso

Ray Perera

Thomas Phillips

Finn Power

Brian Quan

Louis Quirk

Mikael Raheem

Matthew Ramman

Milan Regi

Anthony Riccardi

Will Roberts

Jack Rogers

Peter Romios

Hugo Rossi

Alex Sabljak

Mahdyar Sabzi Vand

Sebastian Saouma

Ryley Scott

Dominic Sejas

Tharusha Senanayake

Julian Severino

Samuel Sfetsas

Satyam Sharma

Caleb Smith

Nathan Soares

Anthony Spano

Valentino Talarico

Orion Thom-Tydell

James Torcasio

Du Tran

Deon Tsotsos

Jacob Ty

Sasha Ung

Jacob Van Den Bosch

Beau Van Der Zweep

Shreyas Vemula

Christian Vincenzini

Emanuelle Vourvoutsiotis

Jack Waters

Harrison Window

Tristan Woutersz

James Wright

YEAR 12

Sai Ande

Alex Andrea

Krish Angi

Eli Aoun

Lambros Argiriou

Nathan Awad

Christos Babatsias

Yianni Ballas

James Batsis

Koby Battye

Christian Bernardo

Jonah Biviano

Oscar Biviano

Xavier Blenkhorn

Ayden Braganza

Benjamin Brooks

Xavier Caiafa

Tory Cammaroto

Julian Campbell

Leigh Candris

Joseph Casuscelli

Abhav Chenanda

Karumbaiah

Patrick Cherry

Marcus Churchill-King

Charlie Cochrane

ROLL CALL

Ruben D’Agostino

Brodie Davis

Ayden De Guzman

Oliver De Luca

Isaac Deayton

Jeremy Demeld

Jordi Dermitzakis

Sienna Di Fede

Billy Diamataris

Will Dickson

Talia Dimitriou

Hugo Dos Santos

Zac Dunne

Deon Dupont

Bailey Edwards

Xavier Edwards

Rafael Emmanouil

Stefano Fazio

Nathaneal Fernandez

Matteo Ferrara

Lily Firth

Benjamin Ford

Tarrant Fourlze

Alex Gadzinski

Arjun Gangatharan

Daniel Garduce

Sam Gasper

Aussie Gatkuoth

Andre Ghaly

Christos Giakoumatos

Costa Giannikos

Nicholas Goodman

Samuel Gould

Ben Green

Brodie Grewcock

Liam Griffiths

Christopher Grosdanis

Zed Hadzic

Matthew Hatzigeorgiou

Zidane Heldt

Nathaniel Hrambanis

Fadhal Hussein

Tyson Huynh

Stefan Ianno

Lucas James

Bryar Jefford

Yokwan Kak

Ethan Karagianis

Saran Karthik

Nicolas Katakis

Jonathan Katsos

William Kesuma

Ayaan Khalil

Dylan Kiong

Joel Knight

Chetan Kotagal

Nathan Kotsinadelis

Adam Kuruvilla

Luke Lazos

Jun Lee

Jackson Leopold

Joshua Li

Jamie Liberis

Nathan Lim

Peter Luak

Jamieson Ly

Lachlan Macauley

Derick Maimarosia

Peter Manaras

Luca Mandile

Alex Marinis

Alex Martinez

Paul Mastoras

Benji Mathieson

Spencer Mathieson

Liam Matteo

Baseer Mazari

Aiden Mcguinness

Allen Mchenry

Isaac Mcknight

James Mclaughlin

Julian Metsios

Vas Michaelides

Christian Milenkovski

Christian Moraes

Angelo Moutafis

Lachlan Namdarian

Ilia Natsioulas

Tyson Ng

Matthew Ngodara

Thomas Nguyen

Vy Quang Nguyen

Chenura Nilaweera

Patabendige

Aidan Nipps

Hudson Nolan

Christian Nunziante

Tadhg O’Driscoll

Steven Okoumousis

Justin Onley

Haris Orfanos

Vasili Papageorgiou

Luke Parente

Anthony Pascoe

Sebastian Pearson

Lawrence Peralta

Ari Perera

Charlie Piper

Nikolas Popovic

Alessandro Pozzoli

Benjamin Prabhu

Aayush Pujar

Jacob Raffa

Dean Ralston

Calvin Ramachandran

Shivaram Ramesh

Jeremy David Rankin

Dylan Rayen

Ryan Ronald

Estelle Rosamilia

Alexander Roukakis

Liam Rusli

Oscar Ryan

Anthony Saraullo

Jakob Schock

Hayden Selliah

Saman Shahabadi

Lucas Simunic

Hamish Sinclair

Rayan Singh

Nathan Sirait

Ashton Smolic

Ryan Sung

Patrick Sutherland

Andrew Tan

Ricky Theodoropoulos

Chiang Thiep

Ryan Thomas

Sholance Thomas

Will Thurston

Leonardo Timperio

Jonathan Tolmacev

Gavin Tone

Christos Tsoukalas

Jamie Ubachs

George Vagas

Albin Jose Valamparampil

James Valiontis

Lukas Vamvakitis

Vincent Venturanza

Ben Vu

Tom Washington

Ashwin Westcott

Joel Wheeler

Juan Willers

Diesel Williams

Sophie Wilson

Marc Woolrich

Joseph Wrzesinski

Elias Yau

Lucas Zerveas

Iskra Zlatanovski

Year 10 Design & Technology – Folding Stools

This year, our Year 10 Design and Technology students took on the challenge of designing and constructing functional and aesthetically appealing folding stools. The project required them to balance practicality with creative design, ensuring their stools met both structural and client requirements.

Students worked with a combination of materials, including pine and oak dowels, to create sturdy and durable stools. They also integrated laser cutting / etching to enhance the visual appeal, adding intricate patterns and custom details that aligned with their clients’ briefs. This use of modern technology allowed for greater precision and a more refined finish, showcasing their ability to merge traditional woodworking techniques with digital fabrication.

Throughout the project, students developed valuable skills in joinery, material selection, and problem-solving. They carefully considered ergonomics, stability, and portability, ensuring their designs were both functional and visually striking.

The final products are a testament to the students’ creativity and craftsmanship. Their folding stools not only demonstrate technical skill but also reflect thoughtful design choices, making them both practical and appealing to their intended users.