Friday, 5 April Issue 13/09 THE RECTOR - St Aloysius

Friday, 5 April Charity is that with which no man is lost, and without which no man is saved. - St Robert Bellarmine Issue 13/09
THE RECTOR
The scripture scholar Gerhard Lohfink in Jesus of Nazareth: What He
wanted, Who He Was (2012) reflects on the death of Jesus: It revealed the
hidden and humbled shape of the reign of God. The reign of God does not come
without persecution, without sacrifice. Indeed, it does not come without daily dying. It
cannot come any other way … It demands a letting go and self-surrender … an
acceptance of suffering … precisely in the hour in which Jesus himself can do no
more, he hands himself over and surrenders to God's truth … The hour of deepest
humiliation is the hour of his glorification … For Jesus' disciples this means that
they cannot live in the realm where God reigns without obedience to what this reign of
God brings with it. And that, in the midst of a resistant society and resistant church,
does not happen without suffering, without sacrifice, without passion stories.
Ultimately, Jesus' death lays bare all human self-glorification and thereby also every
superficial and presumptuous notion of the reign of God. God's realm can only
happen where human beings collide with their own limits, where they do not know
how to go on, where they hand themselves over and give space to God alone so that
God can act. Only there, in the zone of constant dying and rising, the reign of God
begins.
This reflection is similar to another that I received over Easter from
one of our parents. It was given some time ago - in 1969 - by Joseph
Ratzinger later to become Pope Benedict XV1. He said: From today's
crisis will emerge a Church which will have lost a lot. She will be small and will have
to start more or less from the beginning. She will no longer be able to live in
structures built in times of prosperity. With the decrease of its faithful, she will lose
much of the social privileges. She will spring back from small groups, movements and
by a minority that recover the Faith at the centre of the experience. She will be a
more spiritual Church, which will not take a political mandate supporting either the
Left or the Right. She will be poor and become the Church of the underprivileged.
Then people will see that small flock of believers as something totally new: people will
discover as a hope for themselves, the answer they had always sought in secret. As
Pope, Benedict would have understood deeply these profound words,
perhaps in ways he never thought possible when he wrote them.
It is early days in his papacy, but Pope Francis similarly reminds us that
we are a Church of the poor and through this we discover a deep hope.
Cardinal Ortega, from Cuba, recently shared with his parishioners the
handwritten notes of Cardinal Bergoglio’s pre-Conclave speech to his
brother Cardinals. The future Pope reflected on what he believed was
the mission of the Church. He summarized in four points his personal
vision of the Church in the present time. The first was related to
evangelization or apostolic zeal: The Church is called to come out of herself
and to go to the peripheries not only in the geographic sense but also the existential
peripheries: those of the mystery of sin, of pain, of injustice, of ignorance, of doing
without religion, of thought and of all misery. The second was a criticism of a
self-referent Church, which looks to herself in a sort of theological narcissism,
and separates herself from the world keeping Jesus Christ within herself
and does not let Jesus come out. His third point concluded that: When the
Church is self-referent without realizing it; she believes she has her own light … and
gives way to that very great evil which is spiritual worldliness. He spoke of two
images of the Church: one is the evangelizing Church that comes out of herself;
the ‘hearing the word of God with reverence and proclaiming it with faith’, and the
other is a worldly Church that lives within herself, of herself, for herself. His last
point was about what he expected from the one who would be elected
to lead the Church: a person who, from contemplation and love of Jesus Christ ...
will help the Church to come out of herself toward the existential peripheries that
helps her to be the fruitful mother who lives from the sweet and comforting joy of
evangelizing.
The spontaneity and simplicity of Pope Francis has been a refreshing
witness to the sweet and comforting joy of evangelizing. He has spoken with
humility, expressed a commitment to the poor, and shown a desire to
live close to the people. At his appearance on the balcony after he was
elected Pope, he chose not to wear the red velvet mozetta (papal stole)
and jewel covered cross but appeared simply wearing a wooden cross
against his white cassock. Before he appeared, he rang his sister, Maria
and reassured her he was well and asked her to convey his best wishes
to the rest of their family: I cannot call everyone. We are a very big family, so
please send them my love. If I call everyone, it will empty the Vatican coffers.
During his first day as Pope he met with schoolchildren, rode the bus
back to the hotel where he had been staying, collected his bags and
paid his bill. He called his local newsagent in Buenos Aires to explain that
he would no longer need a morning paper delivered each day. He also
rang his dentist to cancel an appointment. A few days later he
celebrated the Sunday liturgy at Saint Ann’s Church in the Vatican and,
after the Eucharist, like any Parish Priest, stood outside the doors of
the church greeting people. Instead of taking residence in the Papal
apartments he has opted to live in a local pensione in community with
others, attending morning Mass with the staff. Francis seems to want
to keep his liturgies short and to the point and was even caught checking
his watch during his installation ceremony. His ring is second hand,
previously in the possession of Pope Paul VI’s personal secretary. He
keeps his security detail on their toes, by choosing not to use the bullet
proof glass enclosed Pope mobile and his impromptu wading into the
crowd to meet people. Breaking with tradition he celebrated the Mass of
the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday with a group of young offenders at
the Casal del Marmo prison just outside of Rome. He washed and kissed
the feet of a dozen inmates aged from 14 to 21 years, two of whom
were female and two of whom were Muslim. During his homily, the
Pope explained why he would wash their feet: Among us the one who is
highest up must be at the service of others. This is a symbol, it is a sign – washing
your feet means I am at your service.

These gifts of conviction, humility and authenticity are hopefully a
key to creating meaningful change in dealing with the considerable
trials and challenges facing the Church today. With the election of
Pope Francis, some have drawn a parallel with Pope Kiril in Morris
West’s 1963 book, and the 1968 film, The Shoes of the Fisherman. There,
a Ukrainian is elected Pope who brings a simpler and humbler
spirituality to the Vatican. He leaves the Vatican unnoticed to be
amongst ordinary people and contemplates selling off the Vatican
riches to stave off a famine in China to avert a war. Pope Francis’
natural inclination toward the common touch has brought him closer to
Catholics and non-Catholics, to tradition-oriented believers and
progressive Catholics alike. Such authenticity isn’t just to be admired
but rather imitated. That would be a transformation of the world.
Easter speaks of the same transformation as this prayer by the Irish
Jesuit, Brian Grogan SJ reminds us:
You have risen!
You have removed the stone
that blocks the springs of life and hope.
With your loving hands
you have embraced us and our fragile world.
You walk with us on every road we travel,
you sit at every table where we gather.
You have risen!
Stay with us too,
as you did with the Emmaus disciples.
In times of darkness and chaos
may we say
You have risen!
And then in joy and trust
may we smile an Easter smile.
We make our prayer in confidence.
Amen.
Peter Hosking SJ
THE PRINCIPAL
Too rarely do we come across stories in the media that lift our hearts,
but one that caught my eye recently was the story of two mothers
brought together by the loss of a son and a situation that could have
easily turned them against each other.
Fifteen-year-old Aaron Jones collapsed and died during a fight with a
fellow student in 2011. At the inquest, the news reporter from the
Sydney Morning Herald observed “Two women sat shoulder-to-shoulder as they
listened to details about the sudden death of a 15-year-old boy, occasionally
comforting each other and exchanging weary smiles….. But the solidarity between
these two women was striking”. One was the mother of Aaron Jones and
the other was the mother of his teenage opponent. The deputy State
Coroner, Hugh Dillon (incidentally an Old Boy from the Class of
1970), found Aaron's death was likely caused by a heart arrhythmia
and it was a ''terrible coincidence'' that it happened during the fight.
At the hearing, Aaron’s mother was seen to comfort the boy who
fought her son. Mrs Jones’ feelings were summed up in beautiful
sentiment of empathy, of standing in another’s shoes, ''Even though
Aaron died and [the teenager] didn't, we both know what the other is feeling,
which you can't get from anyone else.''
Last Wednesday, at the Aloysian Faith in Service Programme Evening,
the boys from Year 10 and their parents were introduced to this
aspect of their education at Aloys. Certainly one of our hopes for the
boys would be that they could emulate Mrs Jones in her empathy for
a boy who had been involved, at least proximately, in her own son’s
death, and of two mothers who stood together in solidarity at a time
of such desperate need.
The ideal that faith leads to a generous service is a key aspect of the
Jesuit education we seek to offer at St Aloysius’. It is not an
uncommon sentiment expressed here that education is about the
formation of the whole person, including the heart. Our Faith in
Service Programme across Year 10 and into Year 11, requiring each
student to complete at least thirty hours of community service in
their own time, is an important component of this formation. In
itself, the programme is part of a wider commitment at the school
and among the boys and their families that has rapidly expanded in
recent years. For many of the boys, this finds expression in a de facto
motto, ‘men for others’, one common across many Jesuit schools.
Formation of the whole person, including the dimension of generous
service, is integral to what is offered at the school.
The school has two service groups: there is a student conference of
the St Vincent De Paul Society, and the chapter of the Benenson
Society. In the Junior School, mini-Vinnies also operates. Advocacy
work on behalf of prisoners of conscience, night patrols in the city,
buddies days with disadvantaged kids are all ways boys can be
involved through Vinnies and Bennies. The Junior School also has
the Arrupe programme, in which each Class adopts a cause or charity
to support, sometimes by raising funds, or by writing letters, or by
visiting (such as the elderly at the Milsons Village retirement home.
Immersions have become another important avenue for service, and
in doing so, participants become aware of the world around them and
learn from those they serve. In Year 9, six boys undertake a two-week
immersion in Kempsey/Bowraville, an experience that includes
service with the Aboriginal community and working with disabled
and disadvantaged children. In Years 10-11, there are three
immersions in the Philippines – three-week experiences that include
living among and building houses for the urban poor, spending time
at the national prison, working in an orphanage and living with tribal
people. Two Year 11s participate in an immersion in East Timor
involving students from all our Jesuit and partner schools here in
Australia. In recent years, there have been two immersions by
graduating Year 12 students working in the villages and an orphanage
in rural Vietnam. All such experiences seek to link ideals of service
and justice to living out the Christian faith. Faith inspires service, and
service nourishes faith.
Here at home, other forms of service occur. Many of the older boys
undertake different forms of mentoring of young students –
academic tutoring, buddies etc. Our Prefect system now includes an
ideal of service through working with younger students. The SRC
includes an element of service through fund-raising for works
associated with young Old Boys. This year, the Tutor groups were
involved in supporting Project Compassion, while the Junior school
has a great record in this regard. Numbers of boys, often with
members of their families, continue to work at St Canice’s or with
Life for Kids in Redfern, long after their time of their ‘faith in service’
has been fulfilled. And there are other individual cases, more or less
unknown, where boys continue to work with charities or in service
situations, even after finishing school.
Interestingly, this evolving culture has carried on after school with
continuing vitality. Alongside Gap years, the idea of a service year has
growing appeal. This year graduates from the Class of 2012 are
working in Micronesia, Thailand, Vanuatu and Africa for six months
or a year. Early this year, young Old Boy Oliver Doraisamy addressed
an assembly about the efforts of a group of university students,
mostly graduates from here and Riverview, who are supporting an
orphanage in Uganda, with the explicit gaol of enabling it to become
self-sufficient. Many of us are familiar with the work of Familia Moja
in Kenya, a wonderful project involving orphans and a local
community that is resourced and supported by a charity led by a
couple of young Old Boys. A family associated with the school
supports, through the Karuna Foundation, an orphanage in
Cambodia. Closer to home, the establishment this year of the
Cardoner Project house at Broadway by Fr David Braithwaite SJ, a
ministry seeking to support young graduates of our schools, has the
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ideal of service at its core – organizing immersion experiences abroad
and service opportunities at home, all within an open but explicit
faith context.
The ideal expressed in the above is about inculcating a sense of
service through direct experience. At a deeper level, it is about
shaping a mentality, a spirituality for life.
This is seen through presenting to our Year 10s not only a
programme of service but by focusing on what the boys might look
to get out of this commitment to thirty hours of service. In this
compulsory element of our educational programme, we deliberately
allow considerable flexibility in meeting the requirements of the
service programme, because we do realise that the boys can vary
considerably in where they are at this stage in their lives.
For many in the Year level, our hope is that the programme is an
experience of contributing to community. The experience of
participation and working for the common good is an important one.
And at a time when organisations such as Rotary, unions, sports
clubs, SVDP, and many other voluntary agencies experience an
ageing membership, inculcating a spirit of community volunteerism is
important for the health of our society.
For others an experience of service may be one that calls them out of
their comfort zones and raises their awareness of the world – actual
contact with the aged, or with children with disabilities, or the
materially poor, or those on the margins of our society can change
the lens through which we see our world. This was brought home to
me about ten years ago when riots broke out in Redfern after the
tragic death of a young Aboriginal kid, who, fleeing from the police
on a bicycle, impaled himself on a fence. I remember some of the
Senior boys saying how they were at first alarmed and disgusted by
the violence they were seeing on the news that night, and then they
started recognizing some of the faces in the crowd form their service
work in Redfern. Seeing and knowing individuals involved, and a
little of their background changed their perceptions and the way they
regarded the situation. In a sense, they were able to put themselves in
the shoes of the young Aboriginal in Redfern and understand
something deeper about what was happening.
For all the boys ‘faith in service’ can be an experience of generosity,
and as such reinforces two key components of the Christian view of
the human: the acknowledgement that each and all are gifted, and, in
doing so, also acknowledging that our gifts and talents are to be
shared generously. In so doing, the Aloysian can be a man for others.
What we are talking about is our approach to life – life received and
life given – generosity of spirit is one of the most valuable things we
can seek to encourage in our students. The Ignatian prayer of
generosity, ‘Lord teach me to be generous….’ becomes a part of our
identity.
For me, by coincidence, the most striking image of this past Holy
Week, in which we celebrated the mystery of death and life in the
person of Jesus, was the image of a new Pope re-enacting the Last
Supper and wiping the feet of twelve young inmates of an Italian
prison – two of them girls and one a Muslim. The interwoven image
of faith and service was plain to see in this simple gesture. And there
was a little note of freedom and new outreach seemingly present as
the Pope broke the liturgical rubrics of the Church in doing so!
This week our Year Twelves complete their mid-year examinations.
Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers. My thanks also to Mr
Chris Gould and to all the staff who assisted in running the camps
and retreats for Years 7-11 in Holy Week. It is no small thing with
about 750 students organized for three days of activities,
presentations, experiences, discussions and liturgies, and in the case
of Years 7, 9 and 11, stays overnight.
Congratulations to the following on their selection in the CAS
swimming team to represent at the CIS Championships early next
term: Liam Thomson (Year 12), Matt Flaherty (Year 12),
Harrison Williams (Year 12), Sean Thomson (Year 11), Joshua
Hertz (Year 11), Geoffrey Guo (Year 9), Lucas Anderson (Year 8)
and James Knaap (Year 7)
Chris Middleton SJ
This year again, four students from the Jesuit school in Gdynia (two
girls and two boys) will attend St Aloysius’ for the last four weeks
of Term II (from the weekend of 25-26 May – the final dates
are still to be confirmed). They will attend normal classes at the
school with the aim of improving their English, as well as getting to
know something of Australian culture through school and home. If
there are any families who would be interested in hosting one
of these Polish students for all, or some of this time, could
they please contact me. Generally speaking, a fortnight seems
to work best, which means the students change billets once
during their stay, but having them for all of the time or less is
possible. Please contact me by phone or email
(chris.middleton@staloysius.nsw.edu.au). Our Polish scholastic, Mr
Kamil Mrowka SJ, will coordinate the students during their stay
with us.
Oremus
Let us pray
For those who have died:
Fr Adrian Lyons SJ
Diane Dewar, mother of Kenneth (SAC 1976) and Peter
(SAC 1977) Dewar, great aunt of Eric (Year 10) and Isak
(Year 8) Stene
Peter Diamond, grandfather of Jackson (Year 12) and Alec
(Year 10) Diamond, Max (Year 10) and Finbar (Year 7)
Kelly
Ask and you shall receive … knock and the door
will be opened unto you.” (Matt 7:7)
If you would like someone to be prayed for by the College community
(even anonymously), please pass the details to the Rector
WHAT’S COMING UP
7 April Year 9 Mass & Morning Tea
12-16 April Cadet Camp
13&14 April Prep XV Rugby Tour
17-19 April Junior School & U13 Rugby Camp
Football Camp
20-27 April Rugby Opens & 16s Tour
21 April ANZAC Sunday Ceremony
22-25 April Kairos Retreat
23&24 April St Andrew’s Cup
U14 & U15 Rugby Camp
25 April ANZAC Day
Cadet ANZAC Day march
30 April Term II commences
1 May Year 7 Parent/Teacher Interviews
2 May Mothers’ Day Dinner
4 May Year 8 Parents’ Function
5 May Mother & Son Mass
Senior students are invited to join a Youth Gospel Choir and
Band in the Parish of the Lower North Shore (parishes of
Naremburn, Northbridge and Willoughby)
First rehearsal on Friday the 5 April at 7.00pm-9.00pm at
the parish hall, Willoughby.
Following rehearsals will be Friday evenings every fortnight.
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Urbi et orbi (Pope Francis, Easter Sunday)
Dear brothers and sisters in Rome and throughout the world, Happy
Easter!
What a joy it is for me to announce this message: Christ is risen! I
would like it to go out to every house and every family, especially
where the suffering is greatest, in hospitals, in prisons …
Most of all, I would like it to enter every heart, for it is there that
God wants to sow this Good News: Jesus is risen, there is hope for
you, you are no longer in the power of sin, of evil! Love has
triumphed, mercy has been victorious!
We too, like the women who were Jesus’ disciples, who went to the
tomb and found it empty, may wonder what this event means (cf. Lk
24:4). What does it mean that Jesus is risen? It means that the love of
God is stronger than evil and death itself; it means that the love of
God can transform our lives and let those desert places in our hearts
bloom.
This same love for which the Son of God became man and followed
the way of humility and self-giving to the very end, down to hell - to
the abyss of separation from God - this same merciful love has
flooded with light the dead body of Jesus and transfigured it, has
made it pass into eternal life. Jesus did not return to his former life,
to earthly life, but entered into the glorious life of God and he
entered there with our humanity, opening us to a future of hope.
This is what Easter is: it is the exodus, the passage of human beings
from slavery to sin and evil to the freedom of love and goodness.
Because God is life, life alone, and his glory is the living man (cf.
Irenaeus, Adversus Haereses, 4,20,5-7).
Dear brothers and sisters, Christ died and rose once for all, and for
everyone, but the power of the Resurrection, this passover from
slavery to evil to the freedom of goodness, must be accomplished in
every age, in our concrete existence, in our everyday lives. How many
deserts, even today, do human beings need to cross! Above all, the
desert within, when we have no love for God or neighbour, when we
fail to realize that we are guardians of all that the Creator has given us
and continues to give us. God’s mercy can make even the driest land
become a garden, can restore life to dry bones (cf. Ez 37:1-14).
So this is the invitation which I address to everyone: Let us accept
the grace of Christ’s Resurrection! Let us be renewed by God’s
mercy, let us be loved by Jesus, let us enable the power of his love to
transform our lives too; and let us become agents of this mercy,
channels through which God can water the earth, protect all creation
and make justice and peace flourish.
And so we ask the risen Jesus, who turns death into life, to change
hatred into love, vengeance into forgiveness, war into peace. Yes,
Christ is our peace, and through him we implore peace for all the
world.
THE HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
It’s hard to believe that Lent is come and gone and so has Easter. I
hope that you had a great Easter and enjoyed the hitherto
“unaccustomed” mid- term break. The Lenten campaign came to an
end last week with amongst other things ‘Famine Day’ observed by
the majority of the boys partially fasting having abstained from
morning tea and eating just a plain bread roll for lunch in solidarity
with two thirds of children their age around the world that count
themselves lucky to eat a square meal a day. Thanks to the boys and
parents who generously supported this appeal with donations to the
Project Compassion box as well as the Mega Easter Raffle. Indicative
figures tell us that we will have raised over $10,000 for Project
Compassion this year. The raffle was drawn before the end of week
and the winners’ names are listed below. I would like to single out
Xavier Leyden (3.2) for his huge effort of selling 10 books raffle
tickets, the most sold by a single student. Particular thanks must go to
the generous donors of the Easter Raffle prizes and congratulations
to the winners as listed below:
Charlie
Tallentire
featured twice
amongst Easter
Raffle
prizewinners
First Prize
Abstract Canvas by Mrs Melissa Mushan
Panayioti Leodaritsis
Second Prize
Flight Centre Kirribilli Voucher ($250) plus lunch or dinner for 2 at
Thai Fusion, Milsons Point
Hugo Lipscombe
Third Prize
1 nights’ Accommodation (incl breakfast) at Anderledy Lodge, St
Mary MacKilllop Place North Sydney plus a Voucher ($70) for a
bouquet of flowers from Summers Floral
Jonas Abeleda
Fourth Prize
3 Litre Bessemer Casserole Dish plus 28cmBessemer Deep fry pan
plus an Artisan French Sea Salt Trio Pack donated by Mrs El-Khoury
Tom Forsyth
Fifth Prize
Sunbeam 4Litre Deep Fryer plus Philips Quicktouch Garment
Steamer donated by Mr El-Khoury
Charlie Tallentire
Sixth Prize
Dinner for Two at Garfish Restaurant Milsons Point
Kym Gardner (Mackenzie Struthers)
Seventh Prize
Milsons Point Village Package
Bouquet of Flowers from Litsa Flowers plus Jims Hairdressing
Voucher for 2 Haircuts plus Ray the Butcher Voucher
Harry Stanton
Eighth Prize
Assorted Sports Packages & Novels for Reading
Dominic Adams
Ninth Prize
Voucher for a choice of your favourite team for a cap from
Capstar.com.au plus a$50 Rebel and I Tunes vouchers
Dylan Connaghan
Tenth Prize
Lunch and recess for 1 Week Junior School Canteen plus birthday
cupcakes for the winner’s class
Joe Orlando
Special Prizes
Assortment of Easter Egg Baskets
Martin Law, Charlie Tallentire, Will Lohan,
Edward Thorne
Lunch for you & 4 friends at Spit Roast with Mr Lobo and Mr El-
Khoury
Zac Gould
Since there was no Gonzagan published
last week I did not get a chance to
acknowledge the Transport Committee
assisted by Mr Lister who ran a successful
Ride2school Day to promote healthy
lifestyle, fitness and environmental
sustainability issues. Please read Nicholas
Sywak’s (Transport Prefect) report on
some initiatives by his committee.
Nathan Brimson, Felix Scott & Jeremy Wells on
Ride2Schhool Day
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Next week on Thursday 11 April at 9.00am there will be a Junior
School Assembly in the College Chapel. Each Term we have two
formal assemblies in the Junior School -first at the start of the Term
and the second, at the end of the Term.
At this assembly in addition to acknowledging various student
achievements, we award 5 Merit certificates per class to boys that
have given of their best throughout the Term in terms of their
application, attitude and effort. A full list of the Merit award winners
will be published in next week’s issue of the Gonzagan.
Our congratulations this week go to the following boys who are
celebrating their birthdays.
Martin Lobo
16 March Noah Rodriguez
26 March Cameron Gorman, Cameron Ingle
29 March Ethan Homer
6 April Matthew Davies, Daniel Rice, Jeremy
Wells
7 April Franco Pelle
THE DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
2013 New Parent Dinners:
By now all New Parents to the College in 2013 (along with those
Parent’s whose sons commenced in mid-2012) should have received
an invitation from Father Hosking SJ and Father Middleton SJ to
attend one of the Rector and Principal’s Dinner for New Parents in Term
II. So that the College can finalise catering arrangements for these
dinners, could parents who have not already sent in their acceptance,
please do so before the end of Term. A reply device was included in
your personalised invitation.
Any New Parent who has not received an invitation is asked to
contact the College Fundraising Manager, Ms Melinda Meyer on 9936
5560 or Melinda.meyer@staloysius.nsw.edu.au
2013 Football and Rugby Lunches:
I am pleased to advise that the College will be holding two football
related fundraising events in 2013.
The 2013 St Aloysius’ College Football Lunch will be held on Friday, 14
June at Doltone House Pyrmont (the same venue as the inaugural
lunch in 2012). The Guest speakers for the Lunch will be Mr David
Gallop (CEO of Football Australia and the past CEO of the National
Rugby League), Mr Lucas Neill (Captain of the Socceroos), Mr Les
Murray (SBS Football Commentator and ‘Mr Football’) and Mr Mark
Bosnich (Former Socceroo 1993 – 1998 and Fox Sports Presenter).
The Master of Ceremonies for the day will be Old Boy and selfconfessed
football tragic and ABC Radio and Television presenter,
Mr Adam Spencer (SAC 1986). Tickets for the lunch are $125 per
head (or $90 for Old Boys from the Classes of 2008 – 2012) and are
available via – www.trybooking.com/BXPX.
The 2013 St Aloysius’ College Rugby Lunch will be held on Friday, 26 July
at the Sofitel Wentworth Hotel in Philip Street, Sydney. The Guest
Speaker will be the Chairman of the Australian Rugby Union and
former Wallaby, Mr Michael Hawker. Depending on their playing
commitments, we are hoping that a number of the young Old Boys
playing Super XV Rugby may be present at the lunch. Tickets for the
lunch are $125 per head (or $90 per head for young Old Boys 2008 –
2012) and are available through – www.trybooking.com/CNVP.
Funds raised from both lunches will be directed to the advancement
of each code at the College and to the ongoing redevelopment of The
College War Memorial Oval. Anyone who would like to make a taxdeductible
donation in support of the ongoing redevelopment of The
College War Memorial Oval may do so either when they make a booking
for the Football or Rugby Lunch via the TryBooking website or by
contacting the College Development Office direct.
We are seeking the support of the entire Aloysian Family to make
these events a great success. Anyone who would like to donate an
item or service that can be used as a part of the fundraising
programme for either lunch is asked to contact Mr James Halliday in
the College Development Office on 9936 5568 or
james.halliday@staloysius.nsw.edu.au.
Many thanks for your ongoing support of our boys and the College.
Murray Happ (SAC 1985)
Director of Development (9936 5561 / Murray.Happ@staloysius.nsw.edu.au)
CURRICULUM NEWS
THE KIRCHER LIBRARY
One of the exciting changes that students can now enjoy with their
own devices is reading eBooks and listening to books read, on mp3.
The provision of eBooks for libraries is an area that’s growing and
changing as providers sign up more publishers. The choices of
available eBooks for libraries are far more limited, than they are for
individuals purchasing for their own use. At Kircher Library we are
working with different platforms to give students more access to
eBooks. These are as follows and more details can be found on the
EBook page on Manresa / Libraries/ Kircher Library:
Wheelers eBook platform. We purchase titles that can be
accessed through our Destiny app (library catalogue) or by
visiting the Wheeler’s site. Students need to use their school
username and password to access. Books may be borrowed for 2
weeks and must be borrowed again if needed for a longer
period. Students need to create an adobe account and download
the Bluefire app.
Overdrive eBook and mp3 subscription available through their
public library membership. Students need to download the app
to access and have an adobe account.
Project Gutenberg, Australia. Free ebooks published before
1953. Many of our classic books on the Gerard Manley Hopkins
list are available here.
Questia database has access to over 75,000 ebooks and is
excellent for student research in years 9-12. Students need to use
the password located on the Ebook page to access.
State Library of NSW uses the EBL platform, which has good
research ebooks for senior students. A membership is needed
for access.
We will be working with your son’s in their reading classes to ensure
they can access ebooks.
Please help us by ensuring that your son has a current membership to
the Shorelink Library group and /or his local library. For additional
details please see Ebooks on the Library / Manresa page.
Please contact me if you need any further assistance.
Serena Ahern (serena.ahern@staloysius.nsw.edu.au)
Head of Library Services
THE JUNIOR SCHOOL LIBRARY
As a very busy Term draws to a close I would like to acknowledge a
very committed and responsible group of boys; these are the 2013
library monitors who received their badges last week with a huge vote
of thanks from me and a token Easter egg to say thanks for all their
help this Term.
The library monitor team led by their library captain Thomas Sato 6.3
is as follows: James Walbank 6.2, Harry Stanton 6.4, Nathan Brimson
6.3, Daniel Tandany 6.2, Peter Kulesz-Spurtacz 6.1, Joseph Mayer
6.3, Xavier Menzies 6.4, Emmet Murphy 6.4, Chris Sindone 6.1,
Angus Murray 6.1, Jeremy Wells 6.2, Darcy Sharpe 6.1, Lachlan Powe
6.1, Tom MacDonnell 6.2, and Dominic Lowe 6.4.
Boys who do not have overdue books are welcome to borrow for the
two week holiday break and may take home as many as four books.
Book are generally borrowed for two weeks but can be returned
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ANYTIME - boys do not need to wait for their library lesson; or they
may renew them online or come to the library and just ask at the
loans desk.
My suggestion for ‘good holiday reads’ would be a substantial nonfiction
book or two for dipping in and out of; a short novel or two
of humour or poetry or quirky tales and a chapter novel which may
or might not be part of a series. Graphic novels also have a popular
following. There are also some much loved ‘one off’ novels by our
well known authors which are readily available.
The boys have been learning library skills this Term; looking at the
Dewey Decimal system, shelving of fiction and non-fiction books by
spine label, the reference section and the organisation of authors in
alphabetical order. The importance and use of the blurb and author
information has also been encouraged.
Caroline Byrne Teacher Librarian
CAREERS
Thought for the week:
“When you plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don’t blame
the lettuce. You look for reasons it is not doing well. It may need
fertilizer, or more water, or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet
if we have problems with our friends or family, we blame the other
person. But if we know how to take care of them, they will grow well,
like the lettuce. Blaming has no positive effect at all, nor does trying
to persuade using reason and arguments. That is my experience. No
blame, no reasoning, no argument, just understanding.” THICH
NHAT HAHN (born 1926) Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk and
teacher who now lives in France – a peace activist promoting nonviolent
solutions to conflict.
I wish to alert both students and parents that I always include the
closing dates for RSVP’s or applications as given to me. However,
the demand for places always far exceeds what is available so be
smart, apply early and avoid disappointment.
I have a steady stream of students who see me and regret they missed
out on important talks and events. Remember the early bird catches
the worm!
QUICK HELP
New app for your iPhone – “directoryundergraduate 20.14” is now
available at the App Store. Go to the iTunes Store and use the search
term ‘undergraduate’. Cost: $5.49. It’ll help you find your way around
the mass of detail of universities, courses and the chances of getting
in. Every undergraduate degree is listed by specific subject area, entry
scores and HSC bonus points.
INFORMATION JUST RECEIVED
16 April – 9.00–2.30 pm: Mini-model UN at UNSW Law School
– for students Years 10 to 12 to try their hand at international
relations. Registration is essential at
http://network.unsw.edu.au/registration/register/301.
17–21 June: UNSW School of Civil & Environmental
Engineering are offering 60 Year 10 students (maximum of 2 from
any school) a week’s work experience – learn about 5 areas – coastal
& port infrastructure; structure & design; construction & project
management; water/wastewater & environment; and road/transport
and underground engineering. As a member of the committee who
have put this together I cannot recommend this unique opportunity
more highly. It includes day trips to many sites and projects. Please
see me ASAP if you are interested as I need to put in the application
before the end of the term.
7 May: at lunchtime there will be a talk by Professional Cadetships
Australia which should be attended by interested boys, not just HSC
students.
1. Business Cadetships – established 6 years ago, PCA has
provided Year 12 students (who would like to be in the world of
banking and finance) with the opportunity to secure a cadetship
with leading companies in the financial services industry
including UBS Bank of America, Merril Lynch, BNP Paribas,
Westpac, Zurich and QBE. As a cadet you would combine study
at a university of your choice in Sydney with paid work at UBS.
This program allows you to choose from a broad range of
university degrees including economics, commerce, business,
finance, arts, liberal studies and social science. Applications open
11 March and close 15 May www.businesscadetships.com.au.
2. Engineering & Technology Cadetships - these are for
creative thinkers who like problem-solving and working with
others – applicants need to have consistent academic record of
achievement, transferable skills relevant to engineering and
technology, evidence of leadership potential, team involvement
at school and/or in the community; work experience and
personal motivation. The ETCAD Program is a new initiative
from Professional Cadetships Australia, an Australian company
that specializes in placing Year 12 students with leading
companies.
Engineering cadets combine work within the Naval Marine
business of Rolls-Royce in Australia with university study in
mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or naval architecture.
Alternatively, cadets may choose a flexible-entry engineering degree.
Technology cadets combine work at the Westpac Group in Sydney
city with university study in computer science, information
technology or information systems. Alternatively, cadets may
undertake a commerce or arts degree and select information systems
as one of their majors.
Apply online to Professional Cadetships Australia using the ETCAD
website www.etcad.com.au.
Applications open: 29 April and close 21 June.
EducationUSA will be holding information sessions during the April
school holidays. RSVP is essential. Details are as follows:
1. US Undergraduate Information Session + Sports
Scholarship Information Session
Date: 15 April
Time: 1:45pm for 2.00pm-4.00pm
Location: Education USA, US Consulate General, Level 10, MLC
Centre, 19-29 Martin Place, Sydney
Intended Audience: High school students aiming to compete in
NCAA college sports + parents
Other Information: A free general information session on the US
undergraduate application process to be followed by a session on the
process for applying for a sports scholarship. This combined
session is specifically for perspective student athletes. RSVP
essential to: rsvpsyd@state.gov by 10 April (places may be filled
before the RSVP deadline). Please include the full name/s of
everyone attending and your high school.
To see which sports are sponsored by the NCAA please check the
listings under the men’s and women’s tabs at: http://www.ncaa.com/
In the subject line please indicate the date and time of the session you
are attending.
Of the session you are attending. Photo ID is required for entry to
the Consulate.
2. US Undergraduate Information Session
Date: 19 April
Time: 2:45pm for 3.00pm-4.00pm
Location: Education USA, US Consulate General, Level 10, MLC
Centre, 19-29 Martin Place, Sydney
Intended Audience: High school students + parents
Other Information: A free general information session on the US
undergraduate application process. RSVP essential to:
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svpsyd@state.gov by April 17 (places may be filled before the RSVP
deadline). Please include the full name/s of everyone attending and
your high school.
In the subject line please indicate the date and time of the session you
are attending.
Photo ID is required for entry to the Consulate.
3. US Undergraduate Information Session
Date: 26 April
Time: 2.45PM for 3.00pm–4.00pm
Other Information: A free general information session on the US
undergraduate application process. RSVP essential to:
rsvpsyd@state.gov by 24 April (places may be filled before the RSVP
deadline). Please include the full name/s of everyone attending and
your high school.
In the subject line please indicate the date and time of the session you
are attending.
Photo ID is required for entry to the Consulate.
University of New South Wales
Network Schools Update
Activities and Events:
A DAY @ UNSW – these special opportunities are on offer to
Aloysius’ students as we are one of their “network schools”. Four
dates are available for students from Years 10 to 12 to get a first taste
of university life. All nine of their outstanding faculties, including
Arts & Social Sciences, Built Environment, Business, College of the
Fine Arts, Engineering, Law, Medicine, Science and UNSW@ADFA,
will offer activities and lectures on the day to help students determine
what university program is right for them. When registering, students
are given the opportunity to select their preferred Faculty lectures or
activities and UNSW will ensure they get as many of those
preferences as possible. These days fill to capacity very quickly so
register as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Dates: 4 April; 10 July; 26 November, 12 December. Each session
runs from 9.30am–2.45pm. Registration: www.network.unsw.edu.au
Keyword: Day @.
UNSW – Global Business Leaders Program: 19 April and 4 July
8.45am–5.00pm. Appropriate for Years 11 and 12 students.
To test business savvy, the Global Business Leaders Challenge,
designed by the Australian School of Business (ASB), will test
student’s creativity, aptitude and ability to create the business pitch
that outmanoeuvres the other participants. This challenge offers an
outstanding academic and personal development opportunity that
will help give students an intellectual and social edge in their final
years of school. They will have an ASB academics, alumni and
current students attending.
Capacity: 50 places so don’t delay applying if this is of interest.
Venue: Business Lounge Level 6 ASB Building (E11) Registration via
network www.network.unsw.edu.au Keyword: Global.
2 May: 6.30pm–8.30pm Year 12 Medicine Information Evening –
come and hear directly from the UNSW Faculty of Medicine about
their degree and application process. Representatives from UMAT
will also be in attendance. Venue: Leighton Hall, Scientia Building
(G19) Capacity 539. You must book NOW if you wish to attend as
seats go very fast. Registration via www.network.unsw.edu.au
Keyword: Medicine
3 May: 8.45am–5.00pm information systems – it’s a whole lot
cooler than you think. Organised by The Australian School of
Business who will take students to visit WESTPAC - great jobs in a
very competitive FINANCE industry. Students in Years 11 or 12.
Attire: school uniform. Registration www.network.unsw.edu.au
Keyword: Systems.
Year 10 Subject Selection & Information Evenings – these are all
listed in the ‘Diary Dates’ section of this article – please book your
place at the venue which is most convenient to you.
www.network.unsw.edu.au Keyword: Subject.
Parking permits are only available for the UNSW Kensington
Campus – space is always limited so please register as soon as
possible to avoid disappointment.
24 May: 9.30am–12noon Meet the Professionals: Actuaries in the
Real World. Venue Finity, Level 7, 155 George St, The Rocks
Capacity: 30 students .This is a great opportunity for students who
want to know more about the profession. Dress code: business
attire– www.network.unsw.edu.au Keyword: Actuarial
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Registration for UMAT will open in April. See
www.umat.acer.edu.au. Closing date: 7 June.
2014 Bond University Scholarship Program opened for
applications on 1 April. They offer a large number of full-fee and
part-fee scholarships as well as cash to Australia’s best and brightest
students. See scholarship@bond.edu.au or 1800 074 074 Closing
date: 31 July.
8 April: 9.00am-3.00pm Sydney Town Hall YAPA Shift This: HSC
Edition A one-day forum about HSC stress and anxiety for student
leaders in NSW. RSVP to Emily at operations@yapa.org.au
http://yapa.org.au/youth/events/shift/shifthishsc.php.
9 April: 4.00pm–7.30pm 2013 Lower North Shore Careers Expo
Venue: Shore Gymnasium (North Sydney). Your chance to speak to
over 40 tertiary exhibitors including the major universities and more.
BBQ and refreshments available. This should be on “To go to” list of
all students from Years 10, 11 and 12. I look forward to seeing our
students and their parents at this event.
15-17 April: – short intensive workshop on Journalism at SCEGGS
Darlinghurst – Cost $270. Limited number of places – please see me
ASAP. Contact Carrol Evans 9332 1133.
15–19 April: Autumn School Of Engineering – now fully
subscribed.
17 April: 8.30am–4.30pm University of Sydney – Aspiring Business
Leaders Program – now fully subscribed.
AFTRS April School Holidays Courses 2013: The Australian Film
Television and Radio School is offering school holiday courses at
their studios in More Park. The Real Filmmaking Workshop (15 to
18 Years) – 15 to 19 April Digital Animation (12 to 17 Years) – 15 to
17 April. Contact: 1300 065 281
http://www.open.aftrs.edu.au/schoolholidays.
23 April: 6.00pm–8.00pm Bond with Bond – Venue: Four Seasons
Hotel, 199 George St. Come and learn about a possible new chapter
in your life at one of Australia’s private universities.
30 April: Closing date for applications to 2014 UK Gap Year
Program which places students graduating Year 12 in 2013 in work
placements in private schools throughout the UK in 2014.
http://www.ukgapyear.com.au/.
4 May: 10.30am–3.30pm - JMC Academy Open Day 561 Harris St,
Ultimo.
7 May: Year 10 Subject Selection UNSW campus Essential to reserve
a seat NOW – http://network.unsw.edu.au/events/view.
7 May: lunchtime talk by Professional Cadetships Australia in The
Bellarmino (see earlier info).
8 May: lunchtime talk in The Bellarmino – University of New South
Wales will talk about their prestigious Co-op Scholarships. It is
important that HSC students start preparing their applications now. I
also recommend students in Years 10 and 11 to come and hear what
they value highly.
10–11 May: Sydney Careers & Employment Expo at Sydney
Convention Centre, Darling Harbour.
11–18 May: Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Rotary Adventure in
Citizenship (RAIC) is an intensive and fun filled week-long program
to help prepare young adults for full participation as citizens of
Australia. Each year around 45 Year 11 students (the delegates) are
sent by their local Rotary clubs to Canberra. They are taken out of
their comfort zones into new places, set amongst new faces and
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asked to do new things. (Experiences such as these are highly valued
on a resume.) Applications Close: 12 April http://www.raic.org.au/.
15 May: 4.30pm Chartered Accountants Cadetship Evening at
Sydney Convention Centre. For Year 12 students –
www.charteredaccountants.com.au.
15 & 21 May: 8.45am–3.00pm Westmead Hospital Social Work
Careers Day Westmead Hospital, Corner Hawkesbury & Darcy
Road, Westmead - Year 11 and 12 students can hear about social
work and pathways to achieving a job in the industry. Cost: $10.
RSVP by 26 April to Kay de Ridder on 9845 6699 or
kay.deridder@swahs.health.nsw.gov.au
16 May: UNSW Faculty of Law Inf. Evening
16 May: – UNSW Year 10 Subject Selection Evening Abbotsleigh
20 May: UNSW Year 10 Subject Selection Evening The Kings
School, Parramatta
23 May: UNSW Discover Engineering Day
23 May: Year 10 Subject Selection Evening – UNSW campus
28 May: – UNSW Year10 Subject Selection Evening – Wenona
29 May: Year10 Subject Selection Evening UNSW campus
30 May: UNSW Faculty of SCIENCE Inf. Evening
30 May-2 June: Sydney Morning Herald HSC and Careers Expo at
Moore Park www.hscandcareers.com.au
6 June: UNSW Scholarships Info Evening
7 June: Registration for UMAT closes http://umat.acer.edu.au
11 June: 5.00pm–7.00pm St Ignatius’ College, Riverview Careers
Expo
12 June: 6.00pm–8.00pm Macquarie Uni Parents Information
Evening
www.mq.edu.au/future_students/undergradaute/coming_events
17 & 20 June: University of Sydney Year 10 Subject Selection
Evenings
18 June: 6.00pm-8.00pm UTS Law – Undergraduate Information
Evening Venue: corner Quay St & Ultimo Rd Haymarket RSVP
www.law.uts.edu.au Limited places so registration is essential.
26 June – University of Sydney Scholarships Information Evening
30 June-13 July: Professor Harry Messel International Science
School (ISS2013) – theme is Nanoscience: Small Wonders, Big
Futures – top international experts plus our Nobel-prize winning
cosmologist Prof. Brian Schmidt to be held in School of PHYSICS.
This is a residential camp at the University of Sydney. I will bring
together 150 high achieving high school students from 10 countries
for an amazing experience. Students (Year 11 or 12) need to apply
online for a scholarship to attend. Closing date: 21 February 2013
(What an amazing opportunity - hopefully students have put in their
applications!) For more information contact Alex Green Phone; 9036
6188 alexandra.green@sydney.edu.au.
See website for ‘how to apply’ and application guidelines:
www.physics.usyd.edu.au/foundation/iss/iss_2013/index.shtml.
30 July: 4.30pm for Year 10 and 11 students-Chartered Accountants
“Meet the Business Leader” www.charteredaccountants.com.au
31 July: UMAT exam for hopeful medical students
31 July: 3.30pm–7.30pm at Hornsby War Memorial 2013
Apprenticeship Expo
31 August: UNSW Elite Athletes & Performers Bonus Points
applications open (Closes 30 Nov) www.unsw.edu.au/domesticundergraduate/elite-athletes-and-performers-program
27 September: Closing date for UAC applications
18 December: ATAR’s released to HSC students www.uac.edu.au
Interesting and useful new website – Hobsons Course Finder. This
is the result of over 12 months of research into exactly what
prospective students need when they are looking for education
related information. It provides students with the ability to search for
a range of institutions – universities, TAFE institutes and private
education providers.
Explore links between courses and careers
Search for scholarships across Australia
Access helpful information about tertiary study, from getting in
to graduation and beyond.
It also gives details of starting wages and prospects of employment.
Well worth making it a “favourite” on your computer.
Subject Bonus Points at Australian Catholic University (ACU) -
Students may be awarded up to five bonus points if they have
performed well in specific Year 12 subjects relevant to the course for
which they have applied. To view the courses and subject bonuses
visit:
http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/alternate_entry/accessacu
ACU My Career Match
ACU's My Career Match uses a questionnaire to help find suitable
careers and occupations based on your strengths and personality style
http://www.acu.edu.au/study_at_acu/mycareer.
Mathematics in Surveying Excursion
During 2013 the Institution of Surveyors, NSW, will be organizing 3
free “Maths in Surveying” excursions to Bicentennial Park.
17 May, 16 August and 8 November
Bookings are now open for 17 May excursion. The activities are
suitable for students in Year 10 (5.1). This would be a most worthwhile
day for students interested in maths, science, information technology
and geography or who are thinking of Surveying as a career.
Future job prospects and salaries are very good in this area and for
students who don’t wish to be sitting at a desk all day it is well worth
considering.
Please see me in person if you wish to attend this excursion.
University of Canberra newsletter and 2013 course guide – see
http://www.canberra.edu.au/aus-futurestudents/attachments/pdf/domestic-course-guide-2013.pdf
Included is information about their new Bachelor of Pharmacy
(ATAR 80.00) and Bachelor of Physiotherapy (ATAR 93.1)
Students currently in Year 11 who are studying/interested in Science
and later a career in this area are asked to apply now for the 2014
National Youth Science Forum which is held in January each year.
NYSF is a prestigious Australian program started in 1983 by
ROTARY in conjunction with ANU and CSIRO and dedicated to
exposing Year 11 students who are heading into further studies in
science, engineering and related disciplines so that they will later
make more informed choices for their future endeavours. They are
also given training in time management, interview skills and public
speaking. The program is fully residential and takes place in Canberra
and Perth. All activities are fully supervised by student staff and
resident Rotary counsellors. Before you can apply you need to find a
Rotary Club that will support your application - competition for
places is very keen. Students who attend either of these programs are
then eligible to apply for the London International Youth Science
Forum, Stockholm International Youth Science Seminar or Canada-
Wide Science Fair. For more information see www.nysf.edu.au.
University of Melbourne – opportunity to go and explore: 5 April
and 12 July – Parkville campus.
www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/accessallareas
Going on exchange can be a wonderful experience for a student –
however so can being a volunteer host family, Student Exchange
Australia New Zealand are looking for host families for exchange
students from Europe, USA and Latin America to be welcome into
Sydney homes for between 2 – 10 months. This is an exciting
opportunity to experience a foreign culture without having to leave
the comfort of your own home as well as experiencing a foreign
culture before sending your son on exchange himself. Hosting an
exchange student can be a truly rewarding experience and it allows
your family to learn more about a foreign culture first hand, be
exposed to a new language and to pass on a bit of Australian culture
– by doing so you will be helping to make this world a better and
more tolerant place. For more information contact Sandra Harders
1300 135 331 or visit the website www.studentexchange.org.au
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Macquarie University
14 Sept – Open Day
30 Oct – Non-school leaver Information Evening
11 Dec – School Leaver Information Evening
UNSW events in 2013
31 August – Start your Elite Athletes & Performance Bonus Points
application
7 September – UNSW Open Day
30 September – Closing date for UNSW Scholarship Applications
30 September – Closing date for Medicine Online Application
31 October – Discover Engineering Day
30 November – closing date for Elite Athletes & Performers Bonus
Points application
University of Sydney
31 August - Open Day
UTS events in 2013
3 July – Experience UTS Day
31 August – UTS Open Day – City campus
7 September – UTS Open Day – Kuring-gai campus
3 January 2014 – UTS Info Day
GENERAL INFORMATION
Australian Defence Force Academy Education Award
This is presented annually to Year 12 students in recognition of
leadership potential and academic and sporting achievements
exhibited during Year 11. The award comprises a laptop computer
and certificate along with a plaque of recognition for your school.
You need to submit an application prior to 28 February in the year
you undertake Year 12. See
http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/howToApply/educ
ationAward.aspx.
Graduate Careers Australia – Career Profiles For Secondary
School Students, Parents, Teachers and University Graduates - the
website offers an insight into a range of careers in a multitude of
different industries
http://www.graduatecareers.com.au/CareerPlanningandResources/c
areerprofiles/index.htm.
Information received from TAFE
Did you know…?
31,000 university graduates are going into TAFE each year. They
are looking for skills based training which will better equip them
for the workforce.
Independent research has shown that employers consider TAFE
NSW graduates to be more “job ready” than other applicants.
Most HSC Exam Papers from 2012 are online on Board of Studies
website. Some exam papers also have marking guidelines and sample
answers
http://news.boardofstudies.nsw.edu.au/index.cfm/2013/2/11/2012
-HSC-examination-papers-now-online.
My Resume Builder – this website contains informative articles,
resume samples and templates to ensure you create an impressive
resume http://myresumebuilder.com.au/.
What Degree, Which University?
This is a great site with lots of information on courses and
universities. http://whatdegreewhichuniveristy.com/Home.aspx.
GAP programs
Student exchange not only provides teenagers with considerable skills
but also social maturity, intercultural competency and knowledge of
self. In addition, authentic, long-term learning experiences in other
countries contributes to peace and understanding between people of
different backgrounds.
Value of taking a GAP Year – research done by the University of
Sydney - a most interesting article well worth looking at is
http://www.smh.com.au/national/education/gap-years-can-add-adegree-of-motivation-20130115-2crkb.html.
Any students who are interested in volunteering in homes run by the
Ryder-Cheshire Foundation in East Timor are welcome to go to
http://ryder-cheshire/org/ or make contact through
rydercheshirevolunteersaust@gmail.com.
Gap Year website http://www.gaprap.com
2014 UK GAP Year Program UK Gap Year places students
graduating Year 12 in 2013 in work placements in private schools
throughout the UK in 2014. Applications close 30 April.
http://www.ukgapyear.com.au/.
Antipodeans (GAP option) - Volunteer & travel on your Gap Year
– teach English, care for animals, build a new school or work at an
orphanage and travel with a group of other students and explore a
new country and culture. Information Nights are held regularly in
Sydney – phone 9413 1522 explore@antipodeans.com.au
www.antipodeans.com.au.
CCUSA GAP Year Program Info Sessions
CCUSA provides Gap Year placements into summer camps and
seasonal jobs in USA.
Lattitude Global Volunteering – a variety of placements are
available for next year including teaching options in China, assisting
local communities in India or supporting young campers in the UK
or Canada. Phone: 03 9826 6266 www.lattitude.org.au.
Are you looking for an overseas adventure during the next summer
holidays? If so why not try the Lions Youth Exchange Program
www.lionsclubs.org.au/ye.
Youth 17 – 21 years are eligible
No school attendance is required
FREE accommodation provided by families from LIONS Clubs
International
Chaperoned stopovers in Los Angeles and London
Depart December 2013 return January 2014 (5 – 6 weeks of
holidays)
Cost range from $1,800 depending on destination
For more details email Lion Helen Dalgleish
helend222@hotmail.com.
Applications close early June 2013. Apply now if you are interested to
avoid disappointment.
Tutors Worldwide – for Gap tutorships in UK for 2014. Last year
TW placed 130 Australian applicants. See www.tutorsworldwide.org
Closing date is 11 April (all documents have to be posted to in New
Zealand before this date - no faxes or emails.) Interviews are held
here late April – June and all students will be notified of result,
successful or not. There is a non-refundable registration fee of
Aus$130.00 payable in cash at the interview.
Students must check if visa will be available to them to work in the
UK www.ukinaustralia.fco.gov.uk and
www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk
I have documents about the various categories of visas in my office
should you wish for more information.
14 May & 12 June: 7.30pm–9.00pm Venue: Bowlers Club of NSW,
Level 2 95 – 99 York St, Sydney Information on Student Exchange
through World Education Programs (WEP) For more information
Phone1300 884 733 or 03 9598 47 33 Email info@wep.org.au.
WEP (Australia) are now accepting applications from students who
wish to participate in 2013/14 exchange programs for a summer,
semester or a year. Students can choose to study and live with a
carefully selected host family in more than 25 countries. Exchange
students return to Australia with maturity, confidence and in many
cases, proficiency in another language. Scholarships to Argentina and
China are now available for 2014.
Youth For Understanding – YFU Australia places young people in
exchange programs which last from one month to one year. Positions
are available globally with participants getting the chance to
experience a new culture, learn a new language and gain valuable life
experiences. http://www.yfu.com.au.
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Student Exchange Australia New Zealand Ltd – are there any
families who would be interested in hosting an exchange student
from Europe, the USA or Latin America? Their stays vary between 2
to 10 months. For more information please contact Sandra Harders
Phone 9997 0700 www.studentexchange.org.au.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The clock is ticking and academically gifted and talented students
who have wide experience in co-curricular activities should be
working on their applications for possible scholarships. Be sure to
watch this column for information as it is received so that you don’t
miss key information and more importantly closing dates. My advice
to you is to be sure they arrive at least a week before the closing date.
It is important to realize that scholarships are highly sought-after and
competition is very keen. Smart students will begin collecting
information about the range of scholarships on offer, what
documents they will need to have at hand to include with their
application, preparing a resume etc.
There is no point in completing any application form the night
before its due in a rushed fashion without due thought and having
someone check it to make sure it is properly completed and wellpresented,
without spelling errors, and legible.
Always keep a photocopy of what you submit and file it away
safely. It is advisable to take this with you should you be invited to
an interview so you can refresh your memory and be aware much of
the interview will centre around what you have said about yourself
and your achievements.
Also remember that scholarship boards and future employers really
value part-time jobs. A young person learns much more than you
can imagine or measure by working – as well as developing good
time-management skills. Best time to get this experience is in Years
10 and 11 – in HSC it is best to focus on keeping a balanced life and
preparing for future tertiary study.
UTS scholarships for their Bachelor of Accounting (a great applied
business degree) and Bachelor of Information Technology both
require application next term with interviews during July vacation.
The good thing is that successful students know they have an offer
(subject to obtaining a specified ATAR) before the write their HSC.
Please be sure to read this column weekly so you don’t miss key
information and dates.
CAMPUS TOURS
Australian Catholic University
If you missed their Open Days please be aware that campus tours
are available all year round, offering students (and parents) a chance
to see their facilities and have a personalised experience. To book a
tour please goes to:
www.acu.edu.au/apply_and_enrol/useful_links/events/campus_tour
s/
University of Notre Dame campus tours
Broadway – 1 st and 3 rd Friday of each month at 11.00am. Meet
in courtyard at 104 Broadway (cnr. Broadway & Abercrombie
St)
Darlinghurst – School of Nursing – 2 nd Thursday of each
month at 11.00a.m. Meet on Level 7 160 Oxford St. To book
Phone: 8204 4404 or sydney@nd.edu.au
University of Sydney – for campus tours – book online
http://sydney.edu.au/future_students/career_tours.shtml.
If during the Easter vacation you are near one of these it is
worth a visit:
Universities that do not hold traditional Open Days:
Charles Sturt University: Open Day every day – for campus tours
or appointments and course information call 1800 334 733 or visit
www.csu.edu.au/campustour.
Jansen Newman Institute: For campus tours call 1800 777 116.
Southern Cross University: Visit at any time –book by calling 1800
626 481 or email campustours@scu.edu.au.
University Of Wollongong: Campus tours every Friday at 10.00am
and 3.00pm. These free tours are conducted by current UOW
students. To book call 1300 367 869.
Coffee and RSAS School – hospitality training – 787 George St,
Haymarket Phone 9211 4292 Email info@coffeeschool.com.au.
A most useful resource is available for students and parents – Study
Skills Handbook – it includes tips such as working better at home,
working better at school, improving how you study and improving
your skills. Go to the Manresa website – see category called
‘PARENTS’ – second item down is ‘Academic’ and on the right –
hand side of the screen you will find the Enhanced Learning
Educational Services Study Skills Handbook.
I am usually at the College in Room 181 in Wyalla Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday during school hours. My direct line is 9936
5516
Deirdre Agnew
Careers Counsellor (deirdre.agnew@staloysius.nsw.edu.au)
My usual days at the College are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
STUDENT FORMATION NEWS
Friday 5 April is Schola Brevis in the Senior School.
The Year 11 students are dismissed at lunchtime and tutors and
students from Years 7 to 10 have time for conversations.
If a Tutor Group is run by two tutors, both conduct the conversation
with each student.
Students have not been asked to fill in forms prior to the
conversations as in previous years, though it is expected that all
students will reflect on the year so far before they meet with tutors.
All tutors have a list of suggested questions to go through with their
tutees and we traditionally find that students are open and honest
with their responses.
I hope these conversations are a positive experience for everyone.
They certainly provide us with a wonderful opportunity to get to
know our tutees better.
I would encourage parents to continue the conversation at home
over the weekend.
Margaret Loomes
Head of Student Formation
THE COLLEGE COMMUNITY
THE PARENTS’ & FRIENDS’ ASSOCIATION
On behalf of the P&F committee
Many thanks to Liz Laukka of Year 3 and Hilary Ingle and Caron
Brooks of Year 4 and their teams of helpers for a fantastic parent
evening recent at the College Oval.
While our boys from Years 7 to 11 participated in days of service
and retreat last week, we had the opportunity to draw breath and take
a break from the routine. Over Easter week we were able to turn our
minds to service and what this means to and for our families and
communities. The P & F would again like to thank all those who
have volunteered to carry out the friend raising roles for their year
groups.
Year 8 parent night is the first Saturday back after Term II
commences – Saturday 4 May – save the date and keep an eye out for
information from your parent Year co-ordinators and class parents.
The SAC Solo Group organises a number of friendly, welcoming
social functions and would love to welcome more people, men or
women who would like to join what is a very important parent
support network for single parents. If you are interested, please don’t
hesitate to contact Louise Kelly via PandF@staloysius.nsw.edu.au.
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The 2013 Mothers’ Day dinner will be in the Foyer of the Great Hall
on Thursday evening 2 May. This is the first week back in second
term; it is a tremendous evening of shared stories and an opportunity
to meet mothers from the school community. Tickets will be
available through TRYBOOKING only and must be pre-purchased,
numbers are limited. www.trybooking.com/45606.
In other news:
You are cordially invited to join the First Friday Mass at the Juana
Mateo Room (Level 4) on 5 April, 8.45am start, followed by coffee
and colloquium (a conversation, some sharing), hosted by Fr Peter
Hosking SJ.
Reminder from Year 9 class parents: Year 9 Family Mass and
Morning Tea – Sunday 7 April commencing at 10.00am look out
for a note from your class parents requesting assistance with set up,
morning tea/refreshments and clean up. Mass in the Boys’ Chapel
will be followed by Morning Tea in the Canisius Room. Please bring
a plate to share. Please note it is not necessary for the boys to wear
school uniform – dress code is casual.
Merin Boyd
President
DIARY DATES
April 7
May 2
May 4
Year 9 Mass and Morning Tea
Mothers’ Day Dinner
Year 8 Parents’ Function
CONTACT DETAILS
Chairman Simon McSweeney 0418 111 956
President Merin Boyd 0419 969 111
Vice-President/President Elect Marte Tagle 0424 662 668
Vice-President/Pastoral Care Bryan Jenkins 0414 355 255
Secretary Jacqui Stene 0408 969 766
Assistant Secretaries
Sophie Lynch, Barbara France &
Margaret Cassidy
Treasurers Marie & Chris D’Cruz 0413 255 400
Assistant Treasurers
Sandra Menendez & Carina Colinares
Logistics Co-ordinator (JS) Jacinta Eaton 0419 213 882
Logistics Co-ordinator (SS) Catherine Verschuer 0404 050 673
Oval Canteen Co-ordinator Harry Boudakin 0418 474 111
Prayer Group Co-ordinator Edwin Lapitan 0410 463 517
Term 2
8.00am–3.30pm: Tue 30 Apr
8.00am–3.30pm: Thu 2 May, Fri 3 May
Normal trading hours recommence Tue 7 May: 8.00am–3.00pm
Winter uniform for Term 2 and 3 is now available at the shop.
Attention Year 11 parents: Senior Blazers which are needed in Term
2 and 3 are available in size 16 to size 26. Please ask your son to
come in for the purchase if you are unable to accompany him. If
you’re not satisfied with sizing of his choice, you are welcome to
exchange in its original condition.
Embroidery of Award Colour on a monthly basis: For those who
have honoured the award colour, please bring in your Senior Blazer
with forms on the last Tuesday of the month during school term at
the Uniform Shop. Extra collection throughout last week of
Term One, blazer will be ready for your pick up first day back
in Term Two.
Year 12 pullover is in stock.
New optional polar fleece for extra warmth @79.50.
Items marked down limited sizes are available while stock lasts:
cotton rugby jersey @$40.00; blue/gold sac bathers @$30; ski fleece
@$30; cricket vest @$20.
Delivery to Junior School: Orders can be made by email, phone
(from 9.00-11.30am) or leaving a message on our answering machine.
Items will be delivered to the Reception at Junior School for collection
before lunch. Please inform your son to collect from Reception.
Bob Stewart Credit Accounts: I urge that, if you have not yet
opened a Credit Account with Bob Stewart, kindly please do so; as it
helps to process transactions much faster and gets the boys back to
their classes. For more information, please go on to the College
website, under Uniform Shop, to download the form. If you do not
wish to open a Credit Account, please obtain a form of payment for
your son to make a purchase.
* If you would like to send your son to the shop for a uniform
purchase, we are happy to fit him for your convenience. We accept
cash, cheques (payable to “Bob Stewart Pty Ltd”), credit cards,
EFTPOS or Bob Stewart Credit Account.*
Irene Lau
Supervisor (staloysius@bobstewart.com.au /9955 4193)
THE SENIOR SCHOOL CANTEEN
The following parents have kindly offered their services in the Senior
School Canteen for the week commencing 8 April:
Monday Jane Brennan, Sella Stuntz, Iona Voyage, Randa
Sleiman
Tuesday Catherine Franklin, Rina Moore, Elsie Naughton
Wednesday Cheryl McEvoy, Carolyn Tonkin, Lisa Rush, Lysa
Kiely
Thursday
Friday
Nadia Lorenzutta
Canteen Manager
Anne Rowbotham, Daniela Turrin, Theresa Tyacke
Kathleen Kelleher, Anita Lyons, Catherine McHugh,
Karen Graham, Danielle Warren-Smith, Catherine
Dean
THE UNIFORM SHOP
The Uniform Shop operates Tuesday and Friday (open during lunch
on both days) from 8.00am to 3.00pm during school term.
Trading hours in April & May:
Term 1
8.00am–3.00pm: Tue 2 April, Thu 4 Apr, Fri 5 Apr
8.00am–3.30pm: - Mon 8 Apr, Tue 9 Apr, Wed 10 Apr, Thu 11 Apr,
Fri 12 Apr
Term break in April
8.00am–3.00pm: Mon 29
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JUNIOR SCHOOL TRANSPORT COMMITTEE REPORT
My name is Nicholas Sywak and I am Prefect of the 2013 Transport
Committee. This is a notice to parents who would ideally like to have
their son catch public transport but are anxious about their travel.
The Transport Committee is willing to offer assistance to make sure
your son travels safely to and from school. We are happy to help
students find and get on the appropriate transport method or guide
them on their walk home.
If your son catches the bus, please tell your son to contact Will Hyde
[6.2], Gus Partington [6.2] or myself [6.1]. If you would like your son
to catch the train, please have them see Dominic Lowe [6.4] or
Thomas Salier [6.3]. If you want your son to take the ferry, please
contact Mack Struthers [6.3], Luke Denvir [6.2] or Joe Orlando [6.4].
If you live close enough to the school to walk but are still worried
about your son’s safety please see Xavier Menzies [6.4]. For further
questions or information please contact me or any other member of
the Transport Committee.
Bus
Name From To Number/
Code
Gus Partington North Ryde Aloysius 287/286
Will Hyde Willoughby Aloysius 209
Nick Sywak Roseville Chase Aloysius 209/608/207
Train
Name From To Approx.
Time
Dominic Lowe Pymble Milsons Point Station 7:35
Tom Salier Artarmon Milsons Point Station 7:30
Ferry
Name From To Aprox
Time
Luke Denvir Balmain St Aloysius 3:25
Joe Orlando Rozelle St Aloysius
Mack Struthers Rozelle St Aloysius
Ride2School Day is an annual event put on by the transport
committee and was held on the 22nd of March. Ride2School Day
promotes fitness and environmental awareness. Some people went to
great efforts with their running, and riding, as some biked from
Roseville and ran from Freshwater. Overall we had over 100 boys
who came to school on scooters, bicycles and skate boards. When the
boys arrived at school they were greeted by a very tricky obstacle
course set up by Mr Jones. On behalf of the transport committee I
would like to congratulate you for your effort and support for the
Ride2School challenge. I would really like to thank you for your
donations toward the breakfast. I would like to thank Mr. Lister, Mr
Jones, the canteen and parents for helping and encouraging us.
Thank you for participating and well done!!
Nicholas Sywak (6.1 Transport Prefect)
CO-CURRICULAR NEWS
THE DIRECTOR OF CO-CURRICULA
The CAS winter sports competition officially commences on
Saturday 4 April, in Term II. This will see the start of all rugby,
football, tennis and volleyball games. Prior to then, the College will
play trial rugby and football matches against traditional opponents.
Just recently, some of our rugby and football teams played games
against the Cranbrook School.
In rugby, Cranbrook proved a little too strong in the Opens fixtures
but the 1sts match was a lot closer than the score-line suggested. Our
1sts dominated possession and territory in the first half but did not
convert that to points. Cranbrook had the better of the second half.
Some of our results in the younger age groups were very promising.
Our 13s indicated they will be very competitive this season with
strong wins in both grades. Other teams that stood out included the
16As, 15As and 14Bs.
In football, most games were very close in the final analysis. The 1sts
played their best football in the second half to register three goals to
win 3-0 in a promising display.
In other A games, the 7s, 8s and 9s all drew their matches. The 10As
lost 0-1 but played well and will be hoping to improve on 2012
performances.
Congratulations to our following swimmers who have been selected
to represent the CAS at the CIS Championships early next term.
Liam Thomson, Matt Flaherty, Harrison Williams, Sean Thomson,
Josh Hertz, Geoffrey Guo, Lucas Anderson and James Knapp were
all chosen.
Year 7 cricketer Kieran Dean has had a wonderful season playing for
North Shore in the Under 12 President’s Cup Representative cricket
team. He captained the team which went through undefeated. Kieran
hit a century (108 runs) in the season and was awarded the NSJCA
Presidents’ Cup Player of the Year Award. Well done Kieran.
Fencing training has officially finished for the term. Tae Kwon Do
will not be on next week.
Opens winter tennis gradings are on next week on Tuesday at Tennis
Cove. Opens volleyball gradings are on the following day,
Wednesday, at Dalton Hall.
This weekend, our rugby and football teams play our annual trial
games against St Pius’ College, Chatswood. In rugby, these games at
1sts level have been played since 1956!! Both 1sts teams play for the
Ross Fagan and Graeme Shields Memorial Shield. The shield
remembers two students from both St Pius’ College and St Aloysius’
College who were close friends and played for their respective 1 st XV
teams and who both tragically lost their lives soon after leaving
school. Both 1sts Football (10.15am) and 1sts Rugby (3.15pm) are
playing at home at the College Oval.
Details of all rugby and football fixtures appear elsewhere in the
newsletter.
Tae Kwon Do is in the gym at 8.30am.
Paul Rowland
THE JUNIOR SCHOOL SPORTSMASTER
A beautiful sunny day greeted all for winter sports trials on Saturday
morning. By all accounts it was a very successful day and coaches
were very pleased with the attitude and effort from all boys especially
at football trials once the temperature started to increase late in the
morning.
Our SAC tennis squad played on Saturday and bought home some
very pleasing results. It is a longer season than any of our other teams
for these boys and their commitment has been fantastic. Hopefully
we can get some teams finishing with some silverware over the next
few weeks.
A reminder to all that there will not be any midweek training for
sports for the remainder of the term apart from the Armidale squad.
The boys have told me how relieved they are to have all that extra
time to do their homework!
Cross Country
A reminder to our Cross Country team that trainings are taking place
with Mrs Cobb and Anthony Slaven on a Wednesday and Friday
morning for any boy who wishes to get some extra practice in before
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the IPSHA Cross Country Carnival on April 6 th at The King’s
School, Parramatta.
Weekend Results
Round 7
SAC Tennis
Opponent
Result
SAC 1 Barker 1 W 32-11
SAC 2 Riverview Riverview Forfeited
SAC 3 Barker L 24-29
SAC 4 Barker W 31-30
CIS Swimming Carnival
Last Wednesday two of our students, Thomas Mateffy (6.1) and
Lawrence Park (3.2) competed for selection in the CIS Swimming
Team at SOPAC, Homebush. Whilst neither of them gained
selection, I am told they performed brilliantly with personal best
times and should be extremely proud of their achievement in getting
to this level. Congratulations Boys!
General News
All notes and medical forms for the Armidale Tour must be returned
by Tuesday 2 April in order for the boys to be entered properly into
the competition. Please inform me of any issues as soon as possible
so that we can make this a smooth process.
Unfortunately the holiday football (soccer) camp has had to be
postponed until the Term 2 holidays. Details will be distributed about
this next Term.
Please see attached flyer for holiday super sports camps to be run
over this coming holiday period.
I hope everybody had a very happy, holy and safe Easter weekend.
Mr Nicholas Jones
Acting Junior School Sportsmaster.
MUSIC
NEW MUSIC COLOURS – 2013
From 2013, the following criteria will apply to boys
in Years 7-8 and thereafter. Current Year 9-12
students will continue with pre-2013 requirements
as outlined in the College Diary until 2016.
FULL and HALF colours are available to students who are current
and active members of the following ensembles:
College choir
Symphony orchestra
Concert band
Symphonic wind ensemble
The above groups are the Core ensembles of the Ensemble
Programme. For the majority of students, membership of smaller
Extension ensembles is by audition and you must first be a member
of a related Core ensemble to join an Extension ensemble. Please
refer to the outline of the 2013 Music Ensemble Programme for
Core and Extension requirements specific to each instrument.
The College is committed to the ideal of an all-round education
where boys have the opportunity to develop both as individuals and
ensemble members in the Music Department. Therefore, at the
discretion of the Head of Music (Performance), musicians not
covered by Core or Extension ensembles may also be recommended
for Colours for outstanding and continuous contribution to the
Music Department.
Colours will appear like this e.g.
MUSIC – Vocal – 2013
MUSIC – Instrumental – 2013
MUSIC – College Musical – 2014
MUSIC – Vocal – Instrumental - 2014
FULL Colour - Yellow Thread
HALF Colour – White Thread
Once initial requirements are met, Colours may continue to be
recommended in subsequent years.
FULL COLOURS
i. Students who demonstrate an outstanding level of individual
performance skill having gained an equivalent A.M.E.B. or
Trinity College Exam Grade 7 Certificate. Be a current and
active member of a Core/Extension ensemble, attending 80% of
the year’s rehearsals and performances for three consecutive
years.
OR
ii.
Students who are a current and active member of one or more
Core/Extension ensemble, attending 80% of the year’s
rehearsals and performances for five consecutive years.
OR
iii. Students who perform a major musical role on stage in a College
Musical Production as determined by the Head of Music
(Performance).
OR
iv. Students who win an Open Section in the Fr. Willcock SJ
Instrumental and Vocal Competition
HALF COLOURS
i. Students who demonstrate a high level of individual
performance skill having gained an equivalent A.M.E.B. or
Trinity College Exam Grade 5 Certificate. Be a current and
active member of a Core/Extension ensemble attending 80% of
the year’s rehearsals and performances for three consecutive
years.
OR
ii.
Students who are a current and active member of two or more
Core/Extension ensembles, attending 80% of the year’s
rehearsals and performances for three consecutive years.
OR
iii. Students who reach the Grand Finals of the Open Section in the
Fr. Willcock SJ Instrumental and Vocal Competition.
OR
iv. Students who reach the Grand Final Concert for three
consecutive years in either the Junior, Intermediate or Senior
Sections of the Fr. Willcock SJ Instrumental and Vocal
Competition.
Tim Chung
Head of Music (Performance)
PUBLIC SPEAKING
vir eloquens
Public Speaking coaching is available every Tuesday and Thursday
during term, from 3.30-4.30pm, in The Bellarmino.
Magar Etmekdjian
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