Term 3 Week 9 Newsletter 14 September 2012 - St Stanislaus College

St Stanislaus’ College
NEWSLETTER
(02) 6331 4177 www.stannies.com 14 September 2012
COLLEGE CALENDAR From the Headmaster
Term 3, 2012
Sun 16 Mass, Marble Hall Chapel , 6.30pm
Mon 17 Mufti Day: Nathan Irwin Trust Gold Coin
donation
BBQ lunch provided by Year 12
Brain -v- Brawn Rugby match
Tues Feast of St Vincent de Paul
12 midday Mass St Vincent de Paul
Wed 19 9.30am Sports Awards, PAC
Staff -v- Yr 12 Student Netball,
lunchtime
CIS Athletics Championships
Thu 20 End of Term 3
Sat 22 Stannies 2012 Year 12 Graduation and
Mass
Sun 23 Graduation Breakfast
OCTOBER
Mon 7 Boarders return before 8pm
Tue 8 Classes resume for Term 4
TERM DATES 2012
Term 3
Term 3 concludes Thursday 20 September
Term 4
Staff Day & boarders return Monday 8 October
Term 4 commences Tuesday 9 October
Term 4 concludes Thursday 6 December*
*Parents are asked not to plan early vacation periods for
their son. Across the form exams are programmed up to and
including the afternoon of Thursday 6 December. Boarding
students may be collected for the Summer vacation from
3.30pm 6th December or early Friday morning 7th December.
P & F Meetings
7.30pm in the Senior Ref. Last Monday of the
month during Term time. All welcome.
Edumate - Edumate provides details on
upcoming tasks, results from completed tasks,
attendance, school and student calendar and
lesson details including homework. Parents
are encouraged to get their unique user name
and password by registering with Edumate by
forwarding a request via email to edumate@
stannies.com.
Stay connected: Like Stannies on facebook:
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Support Stannies Old
Boys & win a family
holiday to Fiji
Purchased raffl e tickets can
be returned to the Business
Offi ce.
Tickets will be drawn at Speech
Day, 10th November, 2012.
Stannies Uniform Shop
The uniform shop will be open Monday,
Wednesday and Friday during Term me from
9.30am-4.30pm. Please phone the Business
Offi ce on 6331 4177 with enquiries.
NAPLAN
NAPLAN Student reports have been received at the school but under Government direction, must be kept secure
until they are signed off by the Federal Minister on 14th September 2012. Distribution of student reports to parents,
under the direction of the Government, must commence on Monday 17th September and is to be completed by
Friday 21st September, 2012. In accord with Government directions, St Stanislaus’ College will forward all NA-
PLAN reports to Years 7 and 9 families next week.
While the school is not in a position currently to communicate any specifi c NAPLAN results, both Year 7 and Year
9 have performed very impressively relative to the national averages. Th is should be a great encouragement to all
boys and their families. Th e results achieved by the school should be another fi llip for our staff in terms of reward
for their very hard work. Th ere are 35 students currently in Year 9 who have joined our College community since
the NAPLAN tests were conducted in Year 7 2010. For the school to absorb all of these students and still produce
impressive school averages, relative to the nation’s, is a considerable achievement. Th ere will be a more detailed
report in the vacation circular, given the current restrictions on reporting and the fact that there is no newsletter
next week in the fi nal week of term. Very well done to everyone involved, really good news gives everyone a lift .
THE IRWIN FAMILY TRUST
Th ere is currently $15,332.96 in the Irwin Family Trust account. Lorraine Irwin will be here on Wednesday for a
morning tea, where we hope to make a presentation to her of these funds. In the time remaining before Wednesday,
our community will try to lift the total to $17,000. To that end there will be a Muft i Day for all students on Monday
17th September. Students who come dressed in other than school uniform on Monday will make a gold coin donation
with all proceeds going to the Irwin Family Trust. Year 12 will run a BBQ on Monday during the annual lunch
time Brain -v- Brawn rugby fi xture, where again all proceeds will go towards the Trust. Year 12 will also ask for a
gold coin donation from any student seeking to watch the Brain -v- Brawn game to further swell monies held by the
Trust. In the event that any person or group is in a position to make a further donation to the Trust, we ask that they
do so before Wednesday, so that these funds can be incorporated into the Trust funds to be given to Lorraine Irwin
on Wednesday at the school . Persons wanting to make a donation are welcome to do so at the Business Offi ce, or
may make an electronic transfer to the following account BSB: 064-786 Account No. 282080104 and clearly annotate
in the description box Irwin Trust with also the surname of the person making the donation. Cheques made
out to the Irwin Family Trust may also be forwarded to the school. Let us make a concerted eff ort across the full
school community, to increase the funds we are able to provide to Lorraine and to Lorraine and Nathan’s two young
sons. All donations made thus far have been appreciated and a special thank you to those who have continued to
make donations on a regular basis since Nathan’s death. Your steadfastness is very much appreciated.
MUFTI DAY
Th ere is a gold coin donation Muft i Day on Monday 17th September with full details outlined above in the section
headed Th e Irwin Family Trust.
GRADUATION OF YEAR 12 AND YEAR 11 INVOLVEMENT
Th e Graduation of Year 12 is set down for Saturday evening 22nd September 2012. Th e Graduation begins with a
Mass which will be celebrated at the Cathedral of St Michael and St John commencing at 6.15pm and the Gradation
Dinner follows in the Performing Arts Centre at 7.30pm. Traditionally, both the Mass and the Dinner are
supported by Year 11 students in particular, who supply much of the singing and music at the Mass and a lot of
the preparation and running around for the Dinner. For many years a signifi cant proportion of boarders have remained
at the school aft er the end of Term, to assist with the Graduation and similarly a large number of day boys
have attended the Mass and dinner. Please encourage your son to assist this year. In terms of Year 11 boarders, the
school will continue to provide boarding accommodation and supervision for Year 11 boarders who remain until
they leave on Sunday 23rd September. Th e school also seeks the support of other students in Years 7 - 10 who can
assist with singing and music at the Mass. Th ere is a part of the celebration at the Mass where it is imperative that we
have representatives from every form present in the Cathedral. Please encourage your son to attend and to provide
their names to the Headmaster’s Secretary early next week. Students attending the Mass need to be attired in Dress
uniform and be excellently presented.
FEAST OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL
On Tuesday 18th September, the College will celebrate the Feast of St Vincent de Paul. Th e actual Feast day is on
Th ursday 27th September but the College is on vacation at this time. St Vincent de Paul is of course the founder
of the Congregation that has operated St Stanislaus’ College since 1889. St Vincent had a great commitment to
the disadvantaged and each year, when we celebrate his Feast, we recommit to that Mission. A full school Mass
will be celebrated in the PAC from 12 midday. Persons are invited to join us for this celebration and we ask that
any guests are seated in the mezzanine level by 12 midday. Following the Mass, Year 12 will have their annual
luncheon with staff and receive their Old Boys’ tie in a gathering in the College Refectory. Th e remainder of the
school will be provided with lunch and a drink from the Indoor Recreation Venue canteen.
SPORTS AWARDS
Th e annual Winter Sports Awards, inclusive of Sportsman of the year prizes, will take place in an Assembly on
Wednesday 19th September. Th e Assembly will commence at 9.30am and should be concluded by 11am. Parents
who would like to attend are welcome to do so, with seats reserved for guests on the mezzanine level. Any guests
should be seated by 9.30am. Th ere will be classes following the Assembly and up to 3.25pm Th ursday 20th September.
PLEASE DO NOT GIVE PERMISSION for your sons to leave early.
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John Edwards

WORD OF THE
WEEK
Last week’s word
BALLISTOPHOBIA (noun) is the
‘fear of missiles’, something both the Americans
and Russians would have feared during the Cold
War era.
This was the last Word of the Week for this
term, as this is the last newsle er for Term 3.
Join the Word of The Week next Term for more
lexicological gems.
History Corner
THE BATTLE OF MARATHON
On the 12th September, 490BC the Battle of Marathon took
place in Marathon, Greece between two Greek city states (Athens
and Plataea) and the Persians Empire. Th e Greek army was
commanded by Miltiades and Callimachus with roughly 10,000-
11,000 infantry known as Hoplites. Modern historians have
estimated that Datis and Artaphernes Persian army contained
anywhere from 25,000-300,000 infantry (primarily arches), supported
by 1,000 cavalry. Th e two armies faced each other for fi ve
days at a distance of roughly 1,500 meters on the plains of Marathon,
with the Persian armies back to the sea.
Th e Athenians were waiting for Spartan reinforcements, who had
to wait until a religious peace festival was over before sending
reinforcements to defeat the Persian army. It is most likely that
the Greeks marched towards the Persians until 200 meters (eff ective
range for arches) and then broke formation and sprinted at
the Persians. Th e Persians were caught off guard where the Persian
fl anks quickly collapsed. Th e Persians started to fl ee back to
their ships, still being chased by the Greeks, and some Persians
drowned in a nearby swamp as they tried to escape. Roughly
6,400 Persians died along with seven ships captured, and 203
Greeks died. Th e Battle of Marathon contributed to Darius I’s
failure to take Greece.
Th is week’s History reporter is Kyle Wilkinson.
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STANNIES SUDOKU
This week: Medium.
The goal of Sudoku is to fi ll all the blank squares in the grid with the correct
numbers. Using logic and deduc on, you can always work out which numbers
go in which squares.
All columns, rows and 3x3 blocks must contain all the numbers 1-9, however
they can be in any order, and they do not have to sum up to anything. Columns,
rows and 3x3 blocks must not contain any duplicate numbers.
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HELP NEEDED!
St. Catherine’s Nursing Home has asked if some Stannies students
would be willing to visit some shops in the CBD for donations
to their Annual Fete. Th is activity would be at the beginning of
Term 4. If you are interested, please give your name to the Business
Offi ce and you will receive further details.
Fr Jim Maloney
DEBATING
Congratulation to the Year 7 and Year 8 Debating team that competed
in the recent CSDA competition at La Salle, Lithgow. Our
Year 7 team, comprising Izaac Molenkamp, Dominic McCrossin
and Nicholas Sloane did exceptionally well winning two out
of their three debates. Each speaker showed poise, organization
and fl air and they are to be congratulated on their outstanding
performance. Out of eight teams they placed second overall. Our
Year 8 team included: Lachlan Barrett, Jacob Smith and Jarrod
Mead. Th e boys competed in three debates and were narrowly
beaten in each one. However, they all enjoyed the experience and
found they learnt a great deal from the process. I was exceptionally
proud of the way the boys represented the College and themselves
on the day.
On Monday, 17th September a Year 9 and 11 Debating team will
compete in the Senior CSDA competition at James Sheahan in
Orange. Year 9 is made up of Keegan Bringolf, Nicholas Forbutt,
Patrick Fisher and Jack Mitchell. Our Year 11 team includes Scott
Lindsay, John Melville and Hywel Blake. We wish the boys the
best of luck and remind them that they need to meet Ms Burgess
out the front of the College at 7:25am sharp in full school uniform
including their blazer. Remember to bring a packed lunch.
Mrs Callaghan
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NEW SUMMER SPORTS SHIRT
A new summer sports shirt is being introduced
for the 2012/2013 season. It is hoped that this
shirt will reduce costs for families as it can be
worn for all summer sports. The shirts are $38
and are available from the Uniform Shop.
FETE 2013
Th e P&F are looking for parents who would like to do a new stall
at our 2013 Fete on Sunday 17th February 2013? We have cake
and sweets, white elephant, books, plants, lucky bottles, popcorn,
strawberries and cream and food. Th ere must be some parents
who could do a new stall! We need your help.
If you can’t think of an idea for a new stall, perhaps you would
be able to volunteer some time to help man the stalls we already
have. Boarders parents can phone me if you have any ideas. Fete
day is a family day and we encourage everyone to pitch in and
help.
Phone Chris on 6337 3511 or 0403 713 512
Fete Coordinator
CONFIRMATION - TERM 4
Fr Doug Akehurst, CM, would like any parents who would like
their sons to receive the Sacrament of Confi rmation, to contact
him at the College. Th is will take place in Term 4 2012 and Fr
Doug would like to start organisation as soon as possible. Please
contact Fr Doug on 02 6331 4177.
ATHLETICS
Th is week saw 35 athletes travel to the Homebush International
Athletics Centre to represent Stannies at the annual ISA Athletics
Carnival. We are currently placed in Division 2 along with eight
other schools. Division 1 consists of another nine schools, so altogether
our boys were competing against seventeen other school
in order to gain progression to the next level, which is the CIS
(Combined Independent Schools) Carnival, also at Homebush.
As has been the case in previous years we had the boys who
participate in the fi rst bracket of events leave Stannies Monday
evening to stay at the Formule1 Motel in Wentworthville, before
moving on the next morning to Homebush for the 8:45am start.
Th e remaining athletes left Stannies under the expert guidance
of Mrs Reilly and Mr Jessett at 6:15am to arrive at Homebush at
10am in time for the start of the second bracket of events. By the
end of the day seven of our lads had secured selection to the CIS
team: Patrick Logan (U18+ discus), Samuel Harris (U15 400m),
Mitchell Oxley (U16 800m), Darcy Christie-Johnson (U15 Discus),
Anei Dut (U17 High Jump), Simon Slack-Smith (U14 Shot
Put) and Daniel Vaughan (U14 Javelin, Triple Jump and Long
Jump). Daniel Vaughan, in particular, acquitted himself as an
outstanding athlete, coming 1st in fi ve events and breaking the
long jump record for the U14s. Next week the college will be providing
transport to Homebush for the CIS carnival, departing at
6:30am. Th e return time should be about 7pm. If you have any
queries as parents/guardians you can contact Mr Weber on 0411
285 434 or gweber@stannies.com
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TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
Th e College championships will be held as follows at the school
courts from 9am Saturday morning.
Saturday 15th September Year 12, Year 7 and Year 8
Any problems, please see Mr Kleinschafer.
SPRING SPORT 2012
Spring Sport has been an enjoyable experience for all involved.
Being surrounded by students who are showing such a positive
attitude, towards their peers, games and their willingness to help
out is a pleasure.
Last week we had smaller numbers due to Year 10 away on work
experience, and also a number of Year 11’s on work placement.
Touch, Basketball and Dodgeball all had good numbers, and all
games were fi ercely contested.
Th e Spring Season has provided a great opportunity for students
to get involved in a variety of sports. It has been lovely to see siblings
playing together, as well as the younger and older students
of the school mixing together. May the last week be enjoyed by all.
Ms Bonny
HOUSE COMPETITION FOR ALL SPORTS
Time: 9am – 12pm for all sports
Uniform: House Shirt (Essential for team Identifi cation)
Blue Shorts
Joggers/Football Boots depending on chosen sport.
Supervising Teacher and Venues:
• Soccer – Ms Judy Deighton, Number 1 Oval
• Dodgeball – Ms Cath Kropman, Court 2, IRV
• Basketball – Mr Scott Gilbert & Mr James Walsh,
Basketball Court 1, IRV
• Touch – Mr John Welsh No. 2 Oval
SPRING SPORT WEEK 2
FOOTBALL/SOCCER
Due to many boys being away on the weekend, either on home
leave, work experience or work placement, we could not run soccer
in week 3. However, the boys who did arrive were dispersed
with the touch football crew and dodgeball in the IRC. It was enjoyable
to learn the rules and have a game of something diff erent,
but we are all looking forward to a good turn-up for soccer this
Saturday. See you all there.
DODGEBALL
Results
Game 1: Spongebob’s Assassins (3) vs Patrick’s Assassins (4)
Game 2: Mr Crab’s Assassins (1) vs Patrick’s Assassins (2)
Game 3: Mr Crab’s Assassins (1) vs Spongebob’s Assassins (2)
Game 4: Spongebob’s Assassins (2) vs Patrick’s Assassins (1)
Game 5: Mr Crab’s Assassins (1) vs Patrick’s Assassins (2)
Game 6: Mr Crab’s Assassins (0) vs Spongebob’s Assassins (3)
Game 7: Spongebob’s Assassins (3) vs Patrick’s Assassins (0)
Once again the IRC was the place to be on Saturday with the
dodgeball competition as exciting as ever. Th e talent and the tactics
displayed by the boys in their attempt to hit each other with
balls were fantastic to watch. Th e shy aloof tactic, the hit them as
hard as you can tactic, the sit on the ground and torment tactic
and the try to be invisible tactic seemed to be the most appealing.
Th e boys tended to roll in at their leisure this week but eventually
our numbers were high enough to have three teams battle it

out. Th e names of the teams this week had a certain Spongebob
theme. Th e games were extremely close but the Spongebob’s Assassins
seemed to emerge as the overall victors. I look forward
to our fi nal week of competition this Saturday. All students are
welcome. Play commences at 9.00am. See you there.
Ms Cath Kropman
SPRING SEASON BASKETBALL
SATURDAY 8/9/2012
Game 1
Green 16
White 10
Game 2
Red 25
White 20
Game 3
Josephs 28
Johns/Charles 28
Game 4
Jus ns/Vincents 35
Xaviers/Josephs 34
Game 5
Josephs/Johns 37
The World 13
Th e Spring Season Basketball Competition intensifi ed this week
and I was privileged to watch some very fi ne games. Th ank you
to all the boys for their participation throughout the three weeks
of competition thus far. Some houses are still struggling to fi eld
a full team of competitors, so, if you feel like a good game of basketball
this weekend then why not come along and support your
house.
Congratulations to all teams. A special commendation to St Josephs
House once again who were able to fi eld a very strong team.
In a nail bitting fi nish St Vincents / St Justins went head to head
with St Xaviers / St Josephs in an enthralling match that remained
tied throughout most of the game. Th e St Xaviers / St Josephs
team were missing some of their gun players this week and the St
Justins / St Vincents combination were able to take full advantage
of this and steal victory by a single point in the closing minutes
of the game.
St Josephs proved themselves to be the equal of a St Johns / St
Charles combined team. Aft er a full forty minutes of basketball
the game concluded with a 28 point draw.
Th e fi nal match of the day pitted a St Josephs / St Johns combination
against the world (well against St Justins, St Xaviers, St Vincents
and St Charles). Th e combination team, lead by the champions
from St Johns House, were far too strong for the World team
defeating them 37 – 13.
Players of the week were Aiden Rankin and William Wood, well
done lads.
Th ank you to the boys who refereed each game.
Scott Gilbert
Week 10
17/9-21/9
ST STANISLAUS’ COLLEGE
TERM 3 2012 ASSESSMENT DATES YEARS 7-12
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TOUCH FOOTBALL REPORT
Last week’s touch football saw the junior Year 7 and 8s take on the
experienced Year 9 boys. Th e juniors were ably led by Sam Condon,
Daniel Woods, Harry and Connor Brown. Th ey displayed
great tenacity and skill and had the game in their grasp until some
fi ne eff orts by Andrew Manaia, Jack Fleetwood and Blake Dennis
managed to snatch victory for Year 9 from the jaws of defeat. Well
done to all players and we are looking forward to another round
of exciting touch footy this weekend.
John Welsh
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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PARENTS
The large amount of traffi c generated
coming and going through the Bentinck
Street gates is dangerous to pedestrians
using the gate.
We ask parents NOT to drop off or pick up
their sons INSIDE the College gates.
Your assistance would be gratefully appreciated.
OTHER NOTICES
LEARN ABOUT YOURSELF ! As Marcel Proust, a late 19th century novelist
wrote: “the real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes
but in having new eyes”. Volunteer to host an interna onal high school
student in February 2013 through Southern Cross Cultural Exchange and
prepare to be amazed at the way this unique and rewarding opportunity
helps your family to become closer, to understand themselves be er and
to see the world in a new light. Carefully selected students will arrive in
February for one or two semesters from France, Italy, Germany, Austria,
Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Japan, Colombia, Canada and the
U.S.A. They will a end a local secondary school, arrive with their own
spending money and comprehensive insurance cover – all arranged by
Southern Cross Cultural Exchange. Visit us at our website www.scce.com.au,
email scceaust@scce.com.au or call us toll free on 1800 500 501, request
a selec on of interna onal student profi les to check out and capture the
spirit of family and friendship.
BATHURST HEADQUARTERS RURAL FIRE BRIGADE Open Day, 22nd
September, 2012. 11am-4pm. Irving Drive, Bathurst (Behind Bathurst
Automo ve Group). Come along, meet our volunteers and enjoy a sausage
sizzle.
ACCOMMODATION IN BATHURST: Self catered/serviced co ages set up
like a home. Family friendly. Convenient Bathurst CBD loca on. Contact
Gerarda & Tony Mader 6337 5111 or visit www.ase lersco age.com.au
SPORTSMANS WAREHOUSE. Stannies Discount apply to all students.
FREE footy socks with boot purchase (Limited me only).
VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Do you have a couple of hours to spare? Bathurst
Seymour Centre is in need of volunteers. Volunteering is a worthwhile and
rewarding way to contribute to the community. Our volunteers do a variety
of tasks. For more informa on contact The Bathurst Seymour Centre on
6332 1449.
YEAR 12 BBQ - every Friday at Lunch. Sausage sandwiches $1.50, steak
sandwiches $2.50, drinks $1.50.
FARMGATE WHOLESALE MEATS Top quality meat direct to the public.
Free home delivery. Phone 6337 6670.
SPORTSPOWER Bathurst, 2/157 Howick Street, has great off ers and discounts
for fan club members. To become a member, go to www.sportspower.com.au.
NSW SECONDARY STUDENTS’ Living Away from Home Allowance. For
further informa on and downloadable forms visit h p://www.schools.nsw.
edu.au/rde/scholarships/index.php. If you have any ques ons in rela on to
this allowance, phone Kim Dwyer from NSW Educa on & Training on 02
6334 8070.
BOARDERS OVERNIGHT LEAVE REQUESTS
A REMINDER TO ALL PARENTS OF BOARDING STUDENTS. All Overnight Leave Request Forms must be received by the
College NO LATER THAN 5.30PM on the TUESDAY BEFORE THE WEEKEND in question to allow time for processing.
Requests can be emailed to: boardersleave@stannies.com
LATE REQUESTS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
PHOTOGRAPH DISCLAIMER: From time to time this school may place photos of your son in newspapers, the College newsletter, College magazines and associated publications
to mark various aspects of school life. St. Stanislaus’ College presumes it has your permission to publish the photos and names of your son. If you choose to withhold your
permission, please advise the Headmaster by email at headmaster@stannies.com or by mail at PO Box 97, Bathurst NSW 2975.
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BATHURST AND DISTRICT BMX Introductory (4 month) BMX Australia
License $40 Club Race Fee $5 per meet. Riders must wear full-face helmets,
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informa on call Clare 0438 651 470.
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call Anglicare on 6360 4596.
WANTED CHRISTMAS LIGHTS: SADA are seeking dona ons of Christmas
lights, in good working condi on. If you have some working lights that you
no longer need, please contact the Business Offi ce and leave a message for
Ms Macnicol.
ATTENTION HSC STUDENTS- MATHS REVIEW WORKSHOPS : Want to ensure
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