The Roar Newsletter Issue 3 Term 1 2020

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Issue 3

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Thursday 13 February 2020

A conversation with the Head of College

upcoming major events

Mr John Weeks

Royal Agricultural Society (RAS) Award Congratulations to Mrs Libby Dawes and hundreds of students both past and present who will be honoured at the 2020 Sydney Royal Easter Show.

Under the guidance of Mrs Libby Dawes, students from the Scots All Saints College Cattle Team have been competing at the RAS Show for 12 years with great success. In recognition of the school’s long term participation and ongoing success in the cattle section of the show that historically spans 35 years, the ‘Long Term Exhibitor Award’ will be presented at the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

14 February 2020

K-6 Inter-House Swimming Carnival

K-6 students will be competing in the Interhouse Swimming Carnival tomorrow.

Congratulations Mrs Dawes. We look forward to attending the presentation on 9 April at 10:00 am on the Cattle Lawn at the Sydney Showground.

28 February 2020

7-12 Inter-House Swimming

7-12 students will be competing at the Manning Aquatic Centre.

Ives Senior Girls Boarding House Ives House is almost completed and I am hoping our Year 11 and 12 girls will move in soon. Final inspections for compliance will take place this week and we hope to get the ‘tick’ of approval.

Under the direction of our Maintenance Superviser, Mr Jeff Reeks, a remarkable transformation has occurred. Thank you to Jeff and his team. continued page 2 Scots Campus Pre-K, Boarding (Years 5-12), Senior School (Years 9-12) 4173 O’Connell Road BATHURST NSW 2795

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

29 February 2020

Parents' Party Under the Stars

Special social evening will be held on Scots Campus 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm For more events view our Online Calendar

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Scots All Saints Parent Party The 2020 academic year is now in full swing and our students have settled in really well.

The P&F and staff warmly invites all parents to our first major gathering of the year. This will be a great opportunity for all of us to get together at a relaxed and informal event on the lawn at the Scots Campus.

Details are: Date: Saturday 29 February 2020 Time: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Location: Karralee Lawn, Scots Campus, 4173 O’Connell Rd, Bathurst

Cost: $20 per person, purchase tickets online via this link scotsallsaintsparents.eventbrite.com.au Tickets must be purchased before Friday, 21 February for catering purposes.

Coronavirus update All of our students who had visited China / Hong Kong over the holidays remain completely healthy. They have been regularly checked for any signs of the virus and continue to be absolutely fine. We are inviting them back to school once they have completed the 14-day isolation period and are medically cleared. All students will hopefully finish isolation by the end of next week.

L-R Andrew Gill (Narromine), Anthony Le Couteur, Nikki Murray (Dubbo), Ryan Murray (Dubbo). The Regional Tour team visited the Gill family property, ‘Waterloo’ Narromine where they enjoyed wonderful hospitality, magnificent banana bread and pumpkin soup with Andrew, Norton and Loozy Gill (grandparents of Hannah Gill – Year 9).

Regional tour to connect with past, current and future families Scots All Saints College is visiting a number of regional and rural towns this month to connect with past, current and future families and support local ‘buy from the bush’ campaigns.

Director of Boarding, Mr Anthony Le Couteur, is attending the regional tour to meet with

parents and share his vision for Boarding at Scots All Saints College. “We understand most of our families are on the land or working in small business and it can be challenging to leave properties to learn more about education opportunities for their children.”

Upcoming events this month include: Bourke, Cobar, Parkes, West Wyalong, Young and Cowra.

We welcome local families, current, past and future to join us. Simply register your interest at events@scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au for further details.

Talk to us on 02 6331 3911 to secure your child’s place

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

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Junior School Mr Anthony Roohan Director of Junior School

Parent Information Nights Thank you to everyone who attended the Parent Information nights last week. We hope you enjoyed the opportunity to meet your child’s teacher and find out more about the year ahead.

K-6 Swimming Carnival Our Junior School students have been busily preparing for the Swimming Carnival tomorrow. I’m sure everyone will be ready to do their best and earn some points for their team. The carnival begins at 9:15 am with the House chants. Kindergarten and Year 1 students will participate in their ‘Splash and Dash’ race across the pool at approximately 9:30 am with the more competitive age group events following.

All students 8 years and older will swim in at least the Freestyle event on the carnival day. Students in Year 2 who are not turning 8 in 2020 will be involved in a 7 Year old non-competitive race.

Students who are successful at our school swimming carnival will be selected in the SASC Swimming team to compete at the Western Associated Schools (WAS) and Heads of Independent Co-Educational Schools (HICES) carnivals. You will receive notification if your child is in the swimming team.

behaviour and actions that correlate with the values of the school. Endeavour awards will be presented every second week to a student from each class who has demonstrated effort or improvement in his/her work habits and skills. Lion awards will also be presented every second week to a student from each class for specific academic, social, cultural, sporting or behavioural improvement or excellence. Last year we handed out class awards at the end of each term. This year, class awards will be handed out when a class is rostered on for assembly.

Pre-Kindergarten welcome We welcome all of our new and existing families for a fun and exciting year ahead. Pre-Kindergarten have been busy settling into the new daily routines of school life.

The first few weeks have seen the students enjoy their specialist classes of Library, Physical Education, Christian Studies and Music. Last Friday was especially exciting for the 3 and 4/5 Day classes as they were introduced to their Year 6 Buddies who will be looking after them all year.

The 2 Day class had lots of fun with a ‘Humpty Dumpty’ STEM challenge called The Egg Drop!

Please note that there is no BBQ or canteen at the swimming carnival so students will need to bring their own food and drinks for the day.

Assembly Awards in 2020 There will be no assembly this Friday 14 February as we will all be busy swimming at the K-6 Swimming Carnival. Both Year 4 classes will lead assembly on Friday 21 February. Junior School Spirit awards will be presented at every assembly. This award is presented to a student from each class who has demonstrated

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

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2020 Public Speaking Program We’ll be making some exciting changes to our Junior School Public Speaking Program in 2020. Term 1 will have a similar look and feel to previous years but there will be some changes for Term 2 and 3 including a personal research project and ‘pitch.’ Further information will be distributed in up-coming weeks.

Pick up and drop off With the new location of classrooms in 2020, I encourage Year 1 and 2 parents to use the drop off area near these classrooms. Stage 2 parents should use the carpark at the front of the administration block whilst Kinder can use either area. Just a reminder that playground supervision commences at 8:25 am.

Home reading and morning reading It has been wonderful to see so many students reading in the morning before school. I encourage all students to get into this routine and to be reading at home each night as well.

Assembly Roster T1 2020 Week

Date

1A

31 January

2B

7 February

3A

14 February

4B

21 February

5A

28 February

6B

6 March

7A

13 March

8B

20 March

9A 10B

27 March 3 April 8 April - No Assembly Good Friday

11A

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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

9:00 – 9:45 am

9:45 – 10:35 am MS – Year 8 JS - Year 4 to lead Leaders Campus Assembly - Commencement Service – Chapel Lawn No Assembly – K – 6 Swimming Carnival JS - Year 4 MS – 8P No Assembly – Year 3 Koalas 7 – 12 (featuring a Strings Swimming Item) Carnival JS - Year 2 Chifley MS – 8W JS- Highland

Dancing and Musical item MS – 8B Grandparents & Special Friends' Day

JS - Year 2 Abercrombie MS – 7T Harmony Day JS - Year 1 MS – 7S Campus Assembly – Year 8 Leaders JS - Easter Service and Hat Parade (Wednesday)

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Middle School Mr Chris Jackman Head of All Saints Campus / Director of Middle School

Year 8 Student Leaders Congratulations to the following students who were inducted as Year 8 student leaders for 2020 at our Commencement Service last Friday 7 February.

Captains

Jake Henry

Vice Captains

Benjamin Lloyd Laura Scott

Leaders

Luke Burgess

Connie McGlashan

Bodhi Hellyer

Lily Kable

Campbell Denyer Nikki Browne

Philippa Webb

Year 6 House Captains Congratulations to the following students for being elected by their peers as House Captains representing Kindergarten to Year 6 this year.

Cuthbert

Riley Elms

Emma Parkinson

Booth

Lyla Hellyer

Kosema Finau

Dunlop

Lacey Booth

Lachlan Nelson

Cowan

Banjo Goodlet

Ruby Thorne

Mawson

Benjamin Reynolds Emily Tallentire

Kinder to Year 6 Swimming Carnival Tomorrow, Friday 14 February, the Inter-House Swimming Carnival for Kindergarten to Year 6 will be held at the All Saints Campus swimming pool. Students in Kindergarten to Year 6 can come to school in their sports clothes with their coloured House shirt on.

School Drop Off

your child off. The only exception to this rule is if you are dropping off your child for a music lesson before school.

Assembly Roster Week

Date

9:00 – 9:45 am

3A

14 February

No Assembly – K – 6 Swimming Carnival

4B

21 February

JS - Year 4 Year 3 Koalas

9:45 – 10:35 am

MS – 8P No Assembly – 7 – 12 Swimming Carnival

5A

28 February

(featuring a Strings Item)

6B

6 March

JS - Year 2 Chifley

MS – 8W

13 March

JS - Highland Dancing and Musical item

MS – 8B

7A

Grandparents & Special Friends' Day

8B

20 March

JS - Year 2 Abercrombie Harmony Day

9A

27 March

JS- Year 1

10B

3 April

Campus Assembly – Year 8 Leaders

11A

8 April - No Assembly Good Friday

JS - Easter Service and Hat Parade (Wednesday)

MS – 7T MS – 7S

Assemblies will be held in the Kemmis Building. Campus Assemblies will be held on the Chapel Lawn (weather permitting) or the Bickerdike Centre.

All students should be delivered to school via the carpark at the front of the campus. Please do not drive up the back of the school to drop

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Senior School Mrs Tracey Leaf Head of Scots Campus / Director of Senior School & Boarding

This week we officially acknowledged the start of the new academic year with our Commencement Service.

My thanks to the staff and students who participated in what was an uplifting service that highlighted the healthy sense of community that is developing here on the Scots Campus. A special thanks to the student leaders who led out in the formal part of the service and those who contributed musically.

Mr Weeks’ address encouraged and challenged us to focus this year on developing in our lives the fruits of the spirit – love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22).

Uniform Matters Students must be wearing their correct school uniform to school. This includes the official College formal hat.

Communication with the school Attendance – Parents are to record their child’s absence on CareMonkey or by calling the school.

Late to school – Students must sign in at Reception if they are late to school.

Academic Leave – Requests for academic leave should be emailed to the Director of Senior School (tracey.leaf@ scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au)

Join us for the inaugural

Parents' Party under the stars INDIVIDUAL LEARNING CENTRE APPOINTMENTS Study notes Time management and planning Revision techniques Maximising potential

Contact:

Mrs. O’Neill

SENIOR CAMPUS

Room 14 (Stables Building) Sarah.oneill@scotsallsaints.nsw.edu.au

A special social evening exclusive to Scots All Saints College Pre-K to Year 12 Parents

Saturday, 29 February, 2020 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Karralee Lawn, Scots Campus O'Connell Rd, Bathurst DRINKS AND CANAPES PROVIDED COST $20 per person PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE ASAP via this link scotsallsaintsparents.eventbrite.com.au Tickets must be purchased online before Friday, 21 February for catering purposes.

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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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JS & MS Sport Mrs Kay Nelson Coordinator of Sport K-8

The new School year brings a fast and furious entry into the sports program. This year is no different with our students well and truly into the swing of things.

The Kindergarten – Year 6 Swimming Carnival will be held this Friday. All students will be involved in at least a freestyle race on the day, with many students competing in the form stroke finals. The carnival will begin at 9:15 am with the well-rehearsed House War Cries followed by the Kindergarten and Year 1 races across the pool. Many thanks to the parents who have been able to time keep prior to the carnival and to those who can lend a hand on the day. Good luck to all students involved.

Our summer sports teams are moving closer to the final rounds in Touch Football, Basketball, Cricket and Tennis. I encourage all students to stay committed to their training sessions and to work cohesively with their coaches and team mates to get the best out of their chosen sport. The Water Polo clinic with Olympian Nikita Williams, was held last Friday.

Students who are 12 years and under will have the opportunity to again play in the State Gala Day to be held in Orange in a few weeks’ time. Our young tennis players continue to enjoy their lessons on a Monday afternoon and students in the swimming program are making good progress as their skills in the water flourish.

The lunch time Water Polo competition for Middle School students started this week. The 112 students involved have been placed into one of 16 teams.

Students have the responsibility of checking the draws and ensuring that they are organised and on time ready to play. Whilst students are enjoying the physical and social benefits of playing a sport at lunch time, their teachers are enjoying the cognitive benefits that follow in periods 5 & 6.

Triathletes who have had experience competing in club triathlons and would like to enter the All Schools Triathlon event Years 7 – 12 should see Mrs Nelson or

Mr Gardner by Monday 17 February.

Important dates to remember Friday 14 February K-Year 6 Inter-House Swimming Carnival Tuesday 25 February Years 5 - 6 Netball trials Wednesday 26 February Years 7 - 12 NSW All School Triathlon (Ind) Thursday 27 February Year 7 Netball Trials Friday 28 February Year 7 - 12 Swimming Carnival Saturday 29 February Year 7 – 12 ISA Summer Sport Semi- finals Tuesday 3 March Year 8 Netball trials Wednesday 4 March Year 2 - 6 WAS Swimming Carnival Monday 2 March Year 2 – 6 HICES Swimming Carnival Saturday 7 March Year 7 – 12 ISA Summer Sport finals Wednesday 11 March Year 7-12 ISA Swimming Carnival Tuesday 17 March Year 7 -12 Inter-House Cross-Country Carnival Thursday 26 March Year 2 – 6 NSWCIS Swimming Carnival

Download the K-6 Swimming Carnival Program click HERE

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Commencement Service ALL SAINTS CAMPUS

Year 8 Student Leaders: Pictured (left to right) L-R Mr Chris Jackman (Head of Campus), Luke Burgess, Nikki Browne, Laura Scott (Vice Captain), Jake Henry (Captain), Philippa Webb (Captain), Benjamin Lloyd (Vice Captain), Lily Kable, Bodhi Hellyer, Campbell Denyer, Mr Tom van Gend (Director of Student Wellbeing).

Year 6 House Captains: Pictured (left to right) Mr Chris Jackman (Head of Campus), Emma Parkinson (Cuthbert), Riley Elms (Cuthbert), Emily Tallentire (Mawson), Benjamin Reynolds (Mawson), Lacey Booth (Dunlop), Lachlan Nelson (Dunlop), Lyla Hellyer (Booth), Kosema Finau (Booth), Ruby Thorne (Cowan), Banjo Goodlet (Cowan).

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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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Commencement Service SCOTS 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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Dining Room options for students

Applied Positive Psychology Learning Institute

Strong Central West 2020 Conference Thursday, 30 April - Friday, 1 May Scots All Saints College, Bathurst NSW APPLI and Scots All Saints College will host Strong Central West 2020 - a conference to collaborate, learn, celebrate and promote the wellbeing and resilience of the Central West.

Special Discount of $560 for SASC Families

We believe the Central West thrives when our community members are at their best. That is why Strong Central West 2020 brings together local schools, workplaces, families, senior citizens, community members and government to discover how we can thrive across all facets of work and life.

The conference will feature interactive learning from world-renowned leaders in Wellbeing, Resilience, Positive Psychology and Mental Fitness partnered with the local Central West community. Together, Central West organisations and wellbeing experts will share their knowledge on how to improve and sustain wellbeing for all people living, working and teaching in the region. The program will feature local case studies, practical application of cutting-edge scientific research, interactive workshops, and exciting experiential activities.

Scots All Saint College chefs prepare delicious hot, cold meals and desserts every day from only the freshest and tastiest ingredients. In addition to meals there are always fresh fruit and salads on hand and we are always sensitive to the dietary needs of our students.

Pictured are just a few of the options that students can choose from.

Click here to view the Term 1 menu.

Use code CW2020SASC at registration

This is the first initiative of its kind for the region which will lead to many other sustained longterm programs to create a strong, thriving Central West. This conference will be of value to everyone interested in the positive outcomes that come from improved wellbeing and resilience.

Featuring 3 Conference Streams Workplace

Education

Community

Secure your place and register now appli.edu.au/strongcw2020

SASC Families invited to register for a Special Discount of $560 for 2 day full-conference program including dinner and meals Use code CW2020SASC at registration Click here to download the brochure to see the confirmed guest speakers.

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Weekly sports reports from parents and coaches are available on our website.

Click the link below to read.

Thought for the Week

"Be happy in the moment, that's enough. Each moment is all we need, not more." - Mother Teresa SPORTS DRAW

SPORT REPORTS

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CALENDAR DATES

Homework Centre Monday afternoons 3:20 - 4:45 pm.

Starting Week 3 Term 1 Get help with homework and assessment tasks

Years 7-8 — Library Years 9-12 — Library

Friday 14 February 2020 K-6 Inter-House Swimming Carnival (ASC) Tuesday 18 February 2020 String Launch Sunday 23 February 2020 ISA Rep Cricket vs CAS Tuesday 25 February 2020 HICES Leadership Day Wednesday 26 February 2020 ISA Rep Cricket v GPS NSW All Schools Triathlon Thursday 27 February 2020 7-12 NSW All Schools Triathlon Saturday 29 February 2020 ACER Scholarship Testing Parents Party Under Stars Sunday 1 March 2020 ISA Rep Cricket v ASC Friday 6 March 2020 Big Night Out

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

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