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I have taken a number of teams on sports days before,however there was something different about this teamfrom the start.Over 40 boys put their names down and, after threeweeks of training, the list was culled to 25.Boys who missed the cut were disappointed, no doubt.However those who remained knew their spot had beenearned.Enthusiasm and ability were just two factors that wouldlead us to success. We had that in spades. Especiallythe latter (just ask any number of the midfield and theywould be happy to tell you!).Discipline and teamwork? We’d have to wait and see.Of course, the weather, a bit of luck and the quality ofthe opposition also would play a part.Babies in classAs part of the year 10 Health class, students have beenstudying health issues which relate to adolescents. Onefocus of this study has been sexual health issues. Tohelp students understand the ramifications of unsafeand unprotected sexual activity they have been‘parents’ for a short period of time. Working with apartner, students have been given a simulator baby tocare for. Like all babies they need constant care andattention, crying (regularly and loudly) when theyrequire feeding, comfort or a changed nappy. Manystudents and their families have experienced sleeplessnights as the babies wake for the 2.00am feed.However tired the students are, the next day they areunited in the idea that caring for a baby is hard work.Drawing Melbourne High in our first match was not agood start. But rather than draw pointless comparisonswith the other mob, this day was all about lookingwithin and getting the best out of ourselves.A three goal victory over Melbourne High ensured theday got off to a positive start. Adam Saad, skipperOmar Abdallah and Mustafa Hammoud controlled themidfield while few balls got passed Tom Butler indefence.A short break allowed the boys to freshen up beforetheir clash with Elwood. When the Wooders caught theGreen Machine off guard, booting the first goal, it wasfeared that a sense of complacency had overcome theboys. However this was just what sparked <strong>Brunswick</strong>into action with Jesse Vasalas, Chris Skapetis and MoMohamud getting the ball moving our way. Ibby Talebprovided a focal point up forward but found the middleof the goals to be elusive. Some of the boys who didn’tget much of a run against MHS came on against Elwoodand showed some toe, particularly Tim Coxhill, BrodieSchell, Jun Demir and Michael Ahkee.Beating Elwood convincingly led to the inevitable – thebig one – the final against Princes Hill. Jim Thomas wasthrown into the ruck and did not disappoint, combiningwith the reliable combo of Adam Saad, Omar Abdallahand Mustafa Hammoud to win practically everyclearance. Khaled Saad hit some form at full forwardand finished the match with seven impressive goals.Prior to Wednesday, we had some idea the team mightexperience some success on the day, but a 16-goal winin the final? Seldom have I been prouder of a bunch ofstudents in my time at <strong>Brunswick</strong>. Just how good canthey be? We’ll find out on June 24 when they take onthe best schools from other regions in the zone finals.A big thanks to Freddy Stringer for helping supervise onthe day, Tim Coxhill, who took on numerous duties likeboundary umpiring and runner and Evan Kittelty, whocame along knowing he may not play and showed youdon’t have to be a regular weekend player to have animpact in school footy.Lee Crossley, CoachLorraine Lockhart, Health TeacherMUSIC NEWSSemester 1Rock Bands Night7.30pm Monday June21stPerforming Arts RoomTickets at the door:$10 $20 FamilyThis event will feature performances by 13 differentbands - VCE Bands, Girlband, Year 10 Bands andvarious bands including all of the guitar and bassstudents.Chamber ConcertChamber Concert PerformanceMusical Equipment SaleChamber Concert PerformanceThis event took placeon May 31st and was agreat success. ThePerforming Arts Roomwas packed and theaudience was treatedto a smorgasbord ofmusical styles.Congratulations to allof the performers andthe support crew.There are still several items of surplus musicalequipment for sale - mainly PA equipment andkeyboards. Details are listed on the Music Departmentnotice board.Wayne Simmons, Music Teacher
International Students BlogBuilding Global CommunitiesAs technologyadvances our abilityto communicateglobally, it has builtbridges across theglobal community.With a background inmedia andinteractive arts it ismy personal goal toutilise theseopportunities to keepour International Students connected to their homecommunities and to include their families in our overallschool community. Through the International StudentsBlog we aim to build bridges between our schoolcommunity and our off shore families. The purpose ofthe blog is to help the International students promotetheir participation and achievements and to encouragetheir home communities to be involved in theireducation. We would like to invite you to have a look atour blog and leave comments for the students andfamilies to share. The blog can be found at: http://bscinternational.edublogs.org/ or by following the linkon our school website: About us –InternationalStudents-International student Blog – then clickhere and it will take you to the blog.Lauren Flannery, International StudentCoordinatorCareerNewschoose three that match your interests. All workshopsare repeated, so you won’t miss out on yourfavourites. As well as participating in workshops, youcan meet La Trobe lecturers and students, join acampus tour, and tour on-campus accommodation.Make sure you stay for lunch, too – it’s free! Feel freeto bring your parents as well. They can go to a separateinformation session while you hear all about La Trobe’sexciting courses.~ RSPCA – Are you interested in working withanimals? The RSPCA have two new, exciting youthholiday programs for students aged 15 – 18 yrs whoare considering working in the animal industry orsimply have a love of animals.First Aid for Animals - Wed 30 th June - Come alongto learn all about the work of a veterinary nurse at theRSPCA. Learn how to use basic first aid techniques tohelp injured animals and protect your pets. We canshow you how to read animal behaviour and safelyrescue wildlife. Places are limited.Vet Day at the RSPCA – Thurs 1 st July or Tues 6 thJuly - Are you interested in a career working withanimals? Take a backstage look at the work of a vet atthe RSPCA. Learn about assessing a dog’s health andtemperament and spend some quality time with oureducation animals. Places are limited. Please callPaulette on 9224 2286 to book a place. Moreinformation and booking forms are available at:http://www.rspcavic.org/rspca_services/education_youth_programs.htmHere’s how you can find out more about yourfuture career during the holidays:–~ Explore MELBOURNE UNIVERSITY for a day –‘Access all Areas’ is an event designed to allowsecondary students to gain information about theuniversity, tailored to their interests. The half-day oncampusprogram commences with an overview of theMelbourne Model, entry requirements and thetransition to university. There will be sessions onspecific areas of study, allowing students to select thoseto suit their interests and speak to staff.When: 9am-2pm, Fri 9 July (optional residential collegetour to follow);Where: Melbourne University (Parkville);Who: Year 10-12 students and parents;Registration: www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/accessallareas; ph 8344 6543~ RMIT School Holiday Program - RMIT Universityoffers a number of events designed to give students inyears 10, 11 and 12 real experience and insight into theworld of science, engineering, the environment andhealth and medical sciences.The events give students the opportunity to experiencelife on campus, engage in hands on workshops andexplore different aspects of science and engineering.Information and bookings:www.rmit.edu.au/seh/experienceExperience MonashCaulfieldThursday July 19:30am – 2:30pmClaytonTuesday July 69:30am – 2:15pmAttention Year 10, 11 and 12 students!We’d like to invite you to come and ‘ExperienceMonash’.The program aims to introduce you to the study opportunitiesand experiences available at the Caulfieldand Clayton campuses.Pick a campus or come to both, choose from a varietyof interactive faculty workshops, hear from our currentstudents, and learn more about the opportunities atMonash University.For program details and to book online visit:www.monash.edu.au/experiencemonashCatherine Jones, Careers Counsellor~ Experience LATROBE workshops– Tuesday 6 July -Registrations close on Thursday 1 July. Check out theExperience La Trobe workshops (sessions A, B and C)via the links on the website www.latrobe.edu.au , and
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