The Roar Newsletter Issue 30 Term 3 2019

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Issue 30

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Thursday 26 September 2019

A conversation with the Head of College

upcoming major events

Mr John Weeks Thank you and Farewell, Year 12, 2019 The 2019 Scots All Saints Year 12 Students will forever be remembered as a significant group in the history of our College. Year 12, 2019 is our foundation group, they are our 27 September 2019 student ‘trailblazers’ who have set the standards for all to follow and to build upon.

Year 12 Valedictory Dinner Thank you Year 12, thank you to all parents, thank you staff for the way you have stuck to This special night for Year 12 students will the task of establishing our new College so successfully. be held at the Bathurst Goldfields.

Scots All Saints students are still working hard towards the upcoming HSC examinations which begin in Week 1 of Term 4. We wish them all continued success and assure them that while we will miss them, we will also follow their future careers with great interest.

We are proud of what you have achieved for your new College. Best wishes to a wonderful group of men and women.

Benjamin Anderson Stephanie Arpasi Lars Baxter Gabrielle Boshier Nathaniel Brawley Aaron Callan Cody Carr Ricky Chen Zijie Chen Izac Chirgwin Hamish Christie Jacob Cranston Finlay Eastment Gareth Faulkner Charles Flude Bradley Gardiner Genevieve Gates Brodie Gay Toby Goodman

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lleyton Hagarty Kate Hodges Makenzie-Rose Honeysett Harold Humphries Harrison Keough Andrew Knox Yuh Ming Kong Julijs Krumins Wing Tung Kwan Brian Liang Jacob Lloyd Caiban Lucas Connor Manton Scott Mawhood Hannah McCarthy William McDonald Christopher McEwen Abigail Miller William Mitchell

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Ellen Morris Gabrielle Morrison Cooper Nagy Ngok Tsun Ng Oscar Nicholls Samuel Nugent Maurice Otutaha Ashlee Petch Timothy Powell Lucy Roe Emma Russell Bailey Ryan Jack Saran Will Schoenmaker Diya Sham Isabella Siegert Madeline Siemsen Evangeline Simpson Sophia Skinner

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

Joshua Stanmore Zoe Stuart Mai Takagi Branten Tarpenning Madison Tasker Gordon Thompson Thomas Townsend Mitchell Walker Mia Wallace Bowei Wang Emily Watts Brooke Webb Rosemary Webb Anna Wilde Chi Him Wong Elizabeth Woodhouse JiWei Zhang Yanghan Zhou

15 October 2019

Term 4 classes commence

Students return to their Term 4 classes following a two week holiday break.

17 October 2019

HSC Commences

Year 12 students will sit for their first HSC Examinations.

For more events view our Online Calendar

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Uniforms Update

Today’s Reflection Mr Samuel Gittins Chaplain

How do we know?

How do we know that Jesus can really restore us to life eternal?

The Apostle Paul writes: It is this Good News that saves you if you continue to believe the message I told you...

I passed on to you what was most important and what had also been passed on to me.

Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said. He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just as the Scriptures said.

He was seen by Peter and then by the Twelve.

After that, he was seen by more than 500 of his followers at one time, most of whom are still alive, though some have died. Then he was seen by James and later by all the apostles. Last of all, as though I had been born at the wrong time, I also saw him… 1 Corinthians 15:2-8 [NLT-SE] Jesus rose from the dead and was seen alive!

With the end of Term 3 fast approaching, we would like to remind parents and students that Summer uniforms are required for Term 4 when all classes commence on Tuesday, 15 October 2019.

If you need to purchase any new uniforms, please visit the Uniform Shop located on All Saints Campus. The school holiday opening hours can be found on our College website via this link – https://scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au/our-college/uniformshop/ Purchases can also be made online via this link - https:// www.noone.com.au/school/scots-all-saints-collegebathurst-nsw/shop For any uniform enquiries, please contact 02 8069 0470.

As the weather has been warming up, many students are removing winter jumpers. If any clothing has been found in the playground, it will generally be handed in to the Junior and Middle School Secretaries and Senior School Student Liaison Officer who make every effort to identify items and notify students. Please ensure that all belongings and uniforms are clearly labelled with your child’s name. It is the responsibility of the student and parent to look after uniforms and wear them with pride.

Please check the lost property tubs located on All Saints Campus in the Junior School, Middle School offices, the library or Bickerdike Centre to reclaim items that have been handed in.

Morgan wins gold in 1500m race at CIS Athletics Carnival On Tuesday, Morgan Watts raced in the 3000m and 1500m at the CIS Athletics Carnival at Sydney Olympic Park, Homebush.

After a strong result in qualifying, Morgan was hoping for a PB and a top five result. First up was the 3000m and Morgan got off to a fast start. She found her pace and finished strongly with a 27 second PB making her very happy.

As the day heated up it was time for the 1500m.

Again the pace was on early but Morgan held with the front group and then pushed ahead with another two runners. Morgan accelerated with 1.5 laps to go and hit the lead, finishing well clear of second. This is Morgan's best result at this level and comes after many early mornings of training.

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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Student Wellbeing Mr Tom van Gend Head of Student Wellbeing K-12

Student Leadership Development Program The majority of my time during the past two weeks has concentrated on the selection process to identify and appoint the 2020 student leadership positions. The official positions are as follows: • College Captain (2 to be appointed) • House Prefect (5 to be appointed) • Academic Prefect (2 to be appointed) • Boarding Prefect (2 to be appointed) • Chapel Prefect (2 to be appointed) • Co-curricular Prefect (2 to be appointed)

The leadership group will be announced to the student body during an assembly to be held on Friday 27 October. The Induction Service for the leaders will take place before the commencement of classes on Tuesday 15 October, the first day back for Term 4. Soon after this, we will be widening the leadership program through the formation of committees within each area of responsibility, involving all Senior students.

The final formation step will be an invitation for students from other year groups to nominate to join an area. In these ways, we are seeking to encourage student voice within each area to help ensure that activities and events contribute positively to the College experience of all of our students.

• International Student Prefect (1 to be appointed) • Social Justice Prefect (2 to be appointed) During Week 8, Ms Leaf and I interviewed twentyfour candidates about the positions for which they had nominated. These interviews, while timeconsuming, were thoroughly uplifting. I celebrate that we have such a large pool of young people who wish to focus their time, skills and passion in service of the students and the College, as well as to our local and wider communities. Following the interviews, the selection panel completed the extremely difficult task of selecting the final group of eighteen leaders, based on criteria including: their application and interview performance, their academic, effort and behaviour records and the results of the student and staff ballots completed earlier in the selection process.

A final shortlist of candidates also attended a second interview with Mr Weeks and myself for the position of College Captain.

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

Rehearsals for the Jungle Book play are in full swing this week. We look forward to seeing this Junior School performance on Friday 1 November.

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Creating authentic French experiences As French teachers, it is essential to think outside the box and create opportunities for our language learners to have authentic experiences.

Yesterday we had the delightful opportunity of hosting Anna Jaja, Artistique Director from THÉÂTRE EXCENTRIQUE in Sydney.

As we all know, learning a foreign language is invaluable if you want to understand the world, but if you don’t use it, you lose it.

Anna’s workshops are designed specifically for schools and gave our students the chance to hear and speak French while acting out improvisations and having fun.

It was wonderful to have Anna visit and endorse our language program at Scots All Saints, as she continued to charm each student into believing that they too have the talent and ability to learn French.

The students also enjoyed French pastries from our friends at Racine Bakery in Orange.

An enchantingly French way to finish the term!!

Madame Adamson

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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Bike Safety Day - fun for all

Important information about 2018 Bathurstian Yearbooks 2018 All Saints' College parents and carers, Please note that your accounts were NOT CHARGED for the 2018 Yearbook last year.

We are only taking online orders for this yearbook so to make sure you don't miss out on getting your copy at the end of term 3 please use the following link https://www. eventbrite.com. au/e/2018-yearbooks-tickets-71456411049 No extra copies will be printed. We are only printing the number of books that have been ordered.

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All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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Meet the Cast of Name: Sybilla Chapman Character: Bagheera Describe your character in 3 words: Protective, Serious, Confident Favourite thing about playing the role? Acting out the character.

How has your experience preparing for the musical been so far? An experience of a lifetime What are you most looking forward to about being on stage? Being a different character Without giving anything away, what’s your favourite line of dialogue? ‘Don’t move!’

What is your performance experience before this Musical? CWA speaking, Speech and Drama and Dancing Why should people come to watch the show? It’s a fun family musical that everyone will enjoy

Name: Grace Byrnes Character: Mowgli Describe your character in 3 words: Independent, Adventurous, Stubborn Favourite thing about playing the role? Getting to be a star on stage!

How has your experience preparing for the musical been so far? Joyful What are you most looking forward to about being on stage? Being the centre of attention Without giving anything away, what’s your favourite line of dialogue? ‘Get out of my way!’

What is your performance experience before this Musical? Dancing Why should people come to watch the show? It’s funny with a few surprises

The Jungle Book Kids is a Junior School Production.

Performance on Friday 1 November, 6:00 pm for 6:30 pm at the Bickerdike Centre All Saints Campus.

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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Pre-Kindergarten News

It has been another very busy term for Pre-Kindergarten on Scots Campus. The children have enjoyed a visit from the Fire Brigade, Book Week and Father's Day celebrations, Bike Day and a visit to the Ag farm to meet the new baby lambs. The children have also enjoyed a range of day to day activities such as sensory play and construction in the block area.

We wish all our families a lovely holiday break and look forward to seeing everyone in Term 4!

Kylie Price, 5 Day Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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Grand final victories SASC Seconds Girls Netball take out title There was no stopping our girls on Saturday with an awesome display of netball skills to take home the grand final win 48-41.

Crowds were kept on their toes at one point where it seemed the match could go either way but the efforts and talents of our girls delivered the win.

Congratulations and a big thank you to coach, Ms Sharon Inwood for a successful season.

SASC 3rd's winning streak continues The SASC 3rd VII Netball Girls had a nail biting win by just 2 goals! The girls finished the season undefeated and were awarded the best goal percentage for all senior grades.

Congratulations to all players in the team and to Miss Johnston, Ms Sams and Mrs Cashen for their work in coaching the girls throughout an amazing season!

Victory for SASC Firsts Girls Hockey Congratulations to the team for an awesome match to win the grand final on Saturday 4 -1 with strong support from fellow students, friends, family, teachers and staff..

Thanks to coach, Miss Stacey Tomlinson for her dedication and commitment to seeing the girls through a tremendous season.

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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From the P&F Mr Lindsay Wilde P and F President

Can you believe we have reached the end of Term 3? The P and F Committee has been working very hard over the term, but it's not quite over.

This week, members of the P and F have had a couple of meetings to attend to review the past and consider the future. Our college community following the success of the Spring Fair, we held a debrief session to discuss the event, how it went (the good, the bad and the ugly), and what needs to change in the future. Thank you to those that attended, in the pursuit of learning, and making our events better.

This meeting was followed by a brainstorming session on the future of our event program in 2020. There were a number of ideas to come from the meeting, and further work needs to be undertaken and conversations had before any decisions are made or anything committed to. If there are any suggestions for future event ideas we would like to hear from parents by contacting me via president.sascpfa@outlook.com If you are looking for something to do tonight join us at Charles Sturt University for David Gillespie’s seminar entitled The Teen Brain. Why screens are making your teenager depressed, anxious and prone to lifelong addictive illnesses and how to stop it now. Remember to contact Gemma Green on 0427 103 747 or gemmgreen@gmail.com To our Year 12, as you approach the end of your secondary schooling life, on behalf of the P and F may I remind you to take care of yourselves and each other. Make sure you balance your workload with some exercise, rest and social time. Good luck, we wish you well and thank you for your contribution to the College over the years. We look forward to welcoming you back to visit friends, attend sporting events and being part of the College Alumni.

Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

For those of you that are taking a break over the school holidays, enjoy your time, and if you are travelling, please keep safe.

When we return in Term 4, we have our last ordinary P and F meeting for 2019, on the Wednesday of Week 2 in the library on the All Saints Campus. Then later in the term we will hold our Annual General Meeting on a date to be determined. Watch this space.

Until next term.

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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International students

Yuma excited about advancing to the next level of prefectship.

Dubbo Gaol visit.

A meal at Hog's Breath Cafe.

CALENDAR DATES Friday 27 September 2019 SS Valedictory Chapel SS Valedictory Dinner Classes conclude Monday 7 October 2019 Labour Day Public Holiday Monday 14 October 2019 Staff Development Day Tuesday 15 October 2019 Classes commence Student Leadership Induction Thursday 17 October 2019 HSC commences Tuesday 22 October 2019 Year 7 Vaccinations Saturday 26 October 2019 Term 4 Parent Weekend (TSC)

Feeling stressed about the HSC? Got study to do?

Keep getting distracted?

Come along to the Study Lounge on 8 and 9 October Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Bathurst Presbyterian Church will be setting up their hall with space to study in a distraction free zone.

Plus we will have some teachers there to help with English and Maths. The Study Lounge will run from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Contact Ed for more info on 0438 998 097.

All Saints Campus Pre-K, Junior School (Years K–4), Middle School (Years 5-8) 70 Eglinton Road BATHURST NSW 2795

Lithgow Campus Pre-K–Year 6 1 Col Drewe Drive LITHGOW NSW 2790

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