Extra-Curricular Activities Booklet 2022/23

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Adventure

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Foreward

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How to choose

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Little Einsteins

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Sports

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Nuts and Bolts

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Catechism

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ROBO-tics

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Timetable

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This year we have put together a list of extracurricular activities which are exciting and challenging, each in its own way.

So, it is time to take a look at the options in this brochure and then decide where you will throw in your hat! Hint: don't take the easy way...that does not get you much satisfaction!

Yours

In for the challenge

The start of the school year is always an exciting time: meeting old friends, making new ones and facing new challenges, in class and out of it.

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...and how to choose

Am I artistic or sporty?

(HINT: Choose the opposite!)

Is there something I usually avoid?

(HINT: Go for it!)

Where can I make new friends?

(Hint: Making Friends is always good!)

What do I think is the most fun?

(Hint: Work hard but enjoy time off!)

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Cathechism

Preparation for First Holy Communion and for Confirmation

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Once again we shall be offering religious instruction leading up to First Holy Communion and Confirmation.

For First Holy Communion A total of 22 lessons in preparation for First Holy Communion will be held by the college and will start on the 3rd of October 2022.. Lessons will be held once a week.

For Confirmation Lessons will be held once a week 22 Lessons startingfrom the week of the 3rd of October 2022. Online resources will be made available to the students by the respective teachers.

Schedule of Lessons: ·Year ·Year ·Year ·Year ·Year

3 Lessons – Tuesday 4 Lessons - Wednesday 5 Lessons - Thursday 6 Lessons – Friday 7 Lessons - Monday

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Communion Classes application Once again this October the boys will have the option to attend Catechism Lessons (after school) in preparation for the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The lessons will be held at school once a week. Lessons will start at 2 pm till 3 pm. Boys who will use the school vans (at 3 pm) with the older boys or who will stay on for extra-curricular activities, need to indicate this clearly to the teacher: Ms Caruana as soon as school starts.

A total of 22 sessions will be offered between October and May. The teacher will be providing the students with a book and notes.

The fee for the catechism course for all 22 Lessons is €80 and another 10 Euros for the book.

Lessons will start from the week of the 3rd of October 2022.

Students who follow the Holy Communion Programme (Year 2 students), will also be contacted later in 2023 with the Holy Communion Package. This will include some extra lessons, rehearsals and everything needed for the boys to receive their Holy Communion at College later in May 2023. The Teacher will take attendance.

Application form and fee are to be sent by Monday 26th September (by hand at school or by post and indicating: Attn: Catechism on the front of the Envelope). A minimum of 7 students is required to open the Class. Please send exact payment or you can pay by Bank Transfer directly to the school with a Transcation Narrative indicating: Name of the Son and the word Catechism (a screenshot of the transaction must be sent via email to: sabela@stedwards.edu.mt).

CONFIRMATION CATECHISM REGISTRATION FORM (For official use Only- Cheques to be made payable to St Edward’sCollege) Name and Surname Of Child: Class: Address : Child’s Date of Birth: Parent/s Contact Name:

Parent/s MobileNumber:

EmailAddress:

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Confirmation Classes application Lessons for Confirmation will be held online once a week on different days. Lessons will start at 5pm till 6pm. A total of 22 sessions will be offered between October and May. The teacher will be setting up the Ms Teams for the Catechism Group once registrations have been finalised. The teacher will also indicate the dates per term.

Students who follow the last year of Catechism, and who are to receive Confirmation (Year 7 students), will be contacted later in 2023. Confirmation is not done at College but at the chapel of Tal-Virtu’ in Rabat later in May-early June.

The fee for the catechism course for all 22 Lessons is €80. Lessons will start from the week of the 3rd of October 2022. Online resources will be made available to the students by the respective teachers.

Schedule of Lessons:

·Year ·Year ·Year ·Year ·Year

3 Lessons – Tuesday 4 Lessons - Wednesday 5 Lessons - Thursday 6 Lessons – Friday 7 Lessons - Monday

Teachers will take attendance. Students will be required to keep their cameras ON but their Microphones on MUTE. They are encouraged to use the Raise Hand function and participate in the lesson.

Application form and fee are to be sent by Monday 26th September (by hand at school or by post and indicating: Attn: Catechism on the front of the Envelope). A minimum of 7 students is required to open the Class. If paying by Bank Transfer, the Transcation Narrative should indicate the name of Son and the word Catechism (a screenshot of the transaction must be sent via email to: sabela@stedwards.edu.mt).

CONFIRMATION CATECHISM REGISTRATION FORM (For official use Only- Cheques to be made payable to St Edward’sCollege) Name and Surname Of Child: Class: Address: Child’s Date of Birth: Parent/s Contact Name: Parent/s MobileNumber: EmailAddress:

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Gymnathlon is a specialized training program for children between the ages of 2.5 - 9 focused on the development of the athletic-gymnastic skills of the children and team play.

Every Gymnathlon training lesson is planned very precisely and every child has a specific training plan to follow.

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GYMNATHLON BABY - course for children aged 2,5 - 4 years and their parents - Start 7th October. The course is focused on creating positive experiences together with their first organized exercises. The varied composition of fast-paced simple exercises and games uses a variety of tools to achieve the maximum experience. During the course, children will learn 10 basic movement skills.

GYMNATHLON JUNIOR - Children aged 4-6 years - start 5th October During the Gymnathlon course, the children will practice 12 key physical skills and once the practice of individual skills is completed, children will receive a sticker on their training plan.

GYMNATHLON SPORTS MIX- Children aged 6-9 years start 5th October The aim is to introduce to children the basics of 6 popular sports such as Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball etc.

For registration please use the link below: Gymnathlon Baby: Gymnathlon Junior: Gymnathlon SportMix:

To learn more about Gymnathlon, you can visit website: www.gymnathlon.com.mt

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Little Einsteins Since 1996, children around the world have benefited from the Nutty Scientists® method for learning through experimentation, participation, and most of all – fun!

Through our revolutionary methodology and programs, which span many areas of science, sustainability and general life education, we teach scientific concepts in a way that children understand and remember. From after-school programs and summer camps to in-class workshops, shows events, birthday parties and more, Nutty Scientists' award-winning curriculum can be delivered how, when and where you need it.

This autumn join us at St. Edward’s for a wonderful Science Adventure! Nutty Scientists offers exciting, hands-on and interactive activities led by professional staff who use a unique, award-winning methodology. Learn while having fun about Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Forensic Science and much more.

PROGRAM: Early Years (Yrs 1&2) €125 Yr 3-6 €150 Material will be given to the students for each session To register or to receive the autumn programme, please contact The Nutty Scientist via email on: info@nuttyscientists.mt or text on 79257175

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Nuts and Bolts Young Engineers offers educational enrichment programs to children across the globe. They are recognized by Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education as a Global Education Innovation Initiative in STEM or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths.

Young Engineer's Objectives are to: -Encourage independent and creative thinking -Develop the ability to analyse engineering processes -Encourage Teamwork -Expand problem-solving skills -Provide general knowledge of physics laws

The Programs are: Bricks Challenge (6 yrs - 10 yrs) Galileo Technic (8 yrs - 11 yrs)

Apply Here

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ROBO - tics Robocoach brings science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematical topics to children in a fun, challenging hands-on approach.

Our range of computational thinking courses for children varies from basic principles in logic and programming to more challenging problem-solving sessions within the highly engaging world of robotics.

All the courses/workshops provide learners with the opportunity to think logically and critically to build program and overcome STEAM based challenges while making friends and developing communication skills.

Apply Here

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Enjoy All applications are submitted to and are the responsibility of the organising entities. St Edward's College is responsible for the Catechism classes.

All information correct at the time of publication

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