High Notes #14 15 Oct

DFO: Declan Riordan

Vol. 48 Issue 14

FROM THE HEADMASTERDear Parents/Carers,

The Year 12 Graduation functions went extremely well and the Year 12 class deserve congratulations for the manner in which they conducted themselves during that period. They are a credit to the College and their families.

During the first week of the holidays a number of Year 12 students attended our study retreat at Kincumber. Students being able to apply themselves consistently during that week were able to continue with that application during Week 2 of the holidays thus ensuring a thorough preparation for their HSC which begins next week. Besides this I know that other students have been working hard at home and at local libraries. Some teachers also offered extra tutorials at the College. As far as I can judge students seemed to be making good use of the preparation time. So at this stage we can just hope and pray that they do well in the exams which are now underway.

Our Gifted and Talented programmes have fired up again for the term with students involved in mentoring at St Mary’s Primary, CREST Science competition and the Mathematics Problem Solving workshops.

I have been in discussion with the Catholic Education Office about our College plan and the increased numbers of enrolments. We are moving into a Master Planning Phase of discussion in which a complete audit of our facilities will take place. From this our future requirements will be listed. I will keep you posted on this.

I have encouraged the students to be focused in their study during this term because summer weather can give the impression that holidays are imminent and lead to some laziness in attitude.

The results at the end of the year are important for the students so that they can move into next year with a sense of having a capacity to make a difference in their own learning by applying themselves consistently and well.

You would be aware that we now have significant enrolment pressures at Marist College North Shore. In this climate it is essential that all current parents who have younger children they desire to come to Marist College North Shore complete the enrolment processes in sync with other applicants into year levels. The enrolments for 2014 and 2013 have basically been closed off at the Year 7 level. Future applications to those year levels will eventuate in a waitlisting that often leaves people anxious for months. So my advice is for all families to complete the paperwork on time to prevent this waitlist eventuality.

I also encourage all parents to subscribe to this publication online. I do not really trust that enough of these paper documents arrive home and into the hands of parents. I line this with that we are also attempting to place electronic copies of documents sent home via students on our website. So a regular visit to the website is essential for all parents.

Thank you and God bless.

Br Peter Corr

Caption: Graduation Mass

Caption: Graduation Mass - College Captain 2012 Alex Mascarenhas

School FeesTerm 3 fees have been posted and emailed out week ending 17th August. If a family has not received the Fee Statement, they are to contact the office on 9957 5000 as soon as possible.

Mark Brooks - Business Manager

FROM THE DEPUTY HEADMASTERTerm 4 Assessments

Welcome back to the new term and I hope that everyone had an enjoyable and relaxing break. Once again we have a busy term with Year 12 students starting their HSC exams in Week 2 and Year 11 beginning their HSC studies with HSC assessment tasks occurring this term. All other year groups will have important assessment tasks and tests throughout the term, which they should be preparing for now. Below are the dates for each year group and when their assessment week will occur:

Year 10: Week 5Year 9: Week 7Year 7/8: Week 8

Further important dates for the next two weeks include:

Week 2 • Monday 15 October: HSC exams begin.• Wednesday 17 October, 7.30pm: Year 7 (2013) Parent Information Evening• Friday 19 October, 10.45am: Chanel House Fundraiser: Pink Ribbon Day

Week 3 • Wednesday 24 October, 7pm: Year 11 (2012) Prizegiving EveningThis is a compulsory event for all Year 11 students.

Lateness

I was concerned at the end of Term 3 at the increasing number of students who were late to school.Students are given three unexplained lates for when unseen circumstances do occur. Punctuality is important as it reflects planning, organisation and a sense of being settled. Students should plan at being at school before the 8:35am bell. I ask parents to assist with ensuring that your sons have a routine that allows them to be punctual. Students who are continuously late will be issued Friday or Saturday detentions.

Mr David ForresterDeputy Headmaster

TEACHING AND LEARNINGYear Twelve

Congratulations to the graduating class of 2012 and best of luck with your upcoming HSC Exams that commence Monday 15 October. The College community will be thinking of you all during this final stage of your schooling. Remember to stick to your study plan over the next month and be sure to include some breaks and down time into your routine. Special congratulations to the first in course and commitment award winners who were acknowledged at the end of the Graduation Mass last term.

Year Eleven

The Year 11 Academic Awards and HSC Information Evening will be take place on Wednesday 24 October at 7pm in the LaValla Hall. Student reports, Assessment Booklets and other information will be distributed on the night as we prepare our HSC Class of 2013 for the year ahead and outline the College and Board of Studies expectations.

Year Ten

All Year 10 students continuing their studies at the College will be given a printout this Friday of the subjects they have been allocated for Year 11 2013, along with a note from me explaining the process that was followed in this allocation. Students who wereimpacted by any timetabling constraints were informed of any issues last term, but this will now give all students and their parents an opportunity to discuss any concerns with me regarding their son’s choices. Any concerned student and/or parent can either book a ten minute face-to-face interview with me or reserve a time for a ten minute phone call by phoning Mrs Joyce Kelly at the College. A copy of the note being sent home will also be available on the College website.

Miss Ann McGovernDirector of Teaching and Learning

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Year 12 Graduation Celebrations

On 29th September, we celebrated the Year 12 Graduation here at the College. It was a hugely joyous occasion as we took time out to farewell the fine young men who make up the Class of 2012. We gathered together as a College to celebrate and pray with our year 12 students and their families to wish them on their way.

Our day began with a presentation of Year 12 students who were piped into the assembly area. It then continued with a Ceremony of Light where the students were offered the light of wisdom, love, knowledge and faith, which they were encouraged to take with them on their journey. This ceremony was carried out by some of our Year 7 students, College Staff, Year 12 parents and Br. Peter and Br. Michael, who represented the presence of faith in our community. The assembly followed on to recognise the gifts that Year 12 bring to the College.Many students were presented with some significant awards recognising their commitment to their studies and to the College during their time here.

Later in the evening we gathered at St. Marys Church to celebrate our final Graduation Mass. Students were led into the Church by some fine piping by Alex Coyle in Year 10 and as we gathered around the Lord’s table for the last time as Year 12, 2012. We gave thanks for all the Year 12 students and their achievements at MCNS. The ceremony was very moving owing largely to the many members of the community who worked together to ensure its success. I would like to thank Mr Rod Herbert and all his musicians; choir, band members and instrumentalists, who spent hours in preparation for our liturgy.

I would like to thank the teachers who helped out with various parts of the Mass, especially Mr John Collins for his continued work as our College Acolyte throughout the year.

A special thanks must be extended to James Turner and Tom Hanaee who are instrumental in all our AV and digital presentations here at the College. The boys were joined by Alex Casanova (Class of 2011) who helped out with the Graduation; we thank Alex for his continued commitment to MCNS.

Each Year 12 graduand was presented with a crucifix at our celebration. As the crucifix was placed around each gentleman’s neck they were asked to Go in Peace and take Christ with them. It is hoped that in the years to come these Year 12 students will continue to explore their faith journey and remember always that they are part of the extended Marist Family, constantly in the heart of Marcellin Champagnat and so too in our hearts here at Marist College North Shore. We wish the Year 12 every success in whatever way their paths lead them in the future. Good luck and farewell!

Ms Marian McKinleyDirector of Faith Formation

FAITH FORMATION

Caption: Mr Michael Dela Cruz & Alexander Mascarenhas

Caption: Cameron Dunger, Jake Ebeid, Jackson Wylie & Jonathan Yasbic

FAITH FORMATION

The Forum was quite a privileged experience witnessing the calibre of the young people who attended. Gus Verhoeven, Ellis Mitchell-Paterson, Toby Plasto and James Tomkins were exceptional ambassadors of MCNS.Nathan Beencke had also done your school proud in being part of the Young Marists team at the Forum.

Br Tony LeonMarist Forum Leader

2pm Sunday, 21 OctoberCoogee Beach, Sydney

Join us on Sunday, 21 October 2012 in a celebration of united Australia!

Harmony Walk 2012 will bring together people from different ethnic, national and religious backgrounds in a strong statement in support of fairness and harmony.The Harmony Walk is a project of The Moving Forward Together Association Inc to mark the 10th anniversary of the Bali bombings and to promote a harmonious Australia.The walk is only one kilometre, so people of all ages and abilities can participate. This year will be the first walk of this kind in NSW – so come along and make history!

Register online at www.harmonywalk.org.auProudly sponsored by:

HARMONY WALK 2012

A Celebrationto mark the start

of this Parish

you’re invited to

Community event which will include:

History DisplaysFace Painting

Balloon SculpturesKiddy Farm

Date: Sunday 28th October, 9.30 am MassFollowed by a BIG Morning tea celebration party

atSt Michaels Church Lane Cove

204 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW

A Celebrationto mark the start of this Parish

you’re invited to

Community event which will include:

History DisplaysFace PaintingBalloon SculpturesKiddy Farm

Date: Sunday 28th October, 9.30 am MassFollowed by a BIG Morning tea celebration party atSt Michaels Church Lane Cove204 Longueville Road, Lane Cove NSW

First In CourseCatholic Studies Buchanan ChristopherBiology Carnovale MarcusChemistry Carnovale MarcusMathematics Extension 2 Carnovale MarcusBusiness Studies Dang JonathanMusic Dang JonathanStudies of Religion I - Equal First Place

Dang JonathanDunger Cameron

Design and Technology Flynn DanielGeography Flynn DanielVisual Arts Flynn DanielEnglish Extension 2 Forrest JonathanLegal Studies Equal 1st Place

Lay Eric

Mathematics Lay EricMathematics Extension 1 Lay EricPD/H/PE - Equal First Place

Lopez Juan

Ancient History Mascarenhas AlexanderEconomics Mascarenhas AlexanderEnglish (Advanced) Mascarenhas AlexanderEnglish Extension I Mascarenhas AlexanderStudies of Religion II Mascarenhas AlexanderLegal Studies - Equal First Place

Punzalan Martin

Physics Punzalan MartinPD/H/PE - Equal First Place

Rowston Cameron

Studies of Religion I - Equal First Place

Smith Damien

History Extension Spence WilliamEnglish (Standard) Van Rhoon ConnorMathematics General Van Rhoon ConnorModern History Van Rhoon ConnorHospitality Williams DanielConstruction Yasbic JonathanTVET Award - Accounting Condon James

CommitmentMathematics General 1 Austin IanStudies of Religion I Bosley MitchellEnglish (Advanced) Carnovale MarcusMathematics Extension 1 Carnovale MarcusMathematics General 3 Chacon BrancoEnglish Extension 1 Dang JonathanEnglish Extension 2 Dang JonathanMathematics Dang JonathanBusiness Studies Deng HenryHospitality Deng HenryEconomics Dunger CameronStudies of Religion I Ebeid JakeGeography Fisher ThomasMusic Fisher ThomasHistory Extension Goodge OliverPhysics Hixon AnthonyDesign and Technology Janske JoshuaEnglish (Standard) Lay EricLegal Studies Lay EricBiology Lopez JuanReligion, Catholic Studies Lucas BenjaminVisual Arts Lucas BenjaminMathematics Extension 2 Punzalan MartinStudies of Religion I Punzalan MartinBusiness Studies Rowston CameronModern History Rowston CameronAncient History Smith DamienChemistry Smith DamienPD/H/PE Smith MitchellConstruction Spano NicholasEnglish (Standard) Spence WilliamLegal Studies Spence WilliamBusiness Studies Van Rhoon ConnorMathematics General 2 Van Rhoon ConnorEnglish (Advanced) Webster JamesStudies of Religion II Webster James

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for next year’s roster.

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ACADEMIC AWARDSAwards

We hope you enjoyed your holiday reading. It’s a wonderful opportunity to catch up on those books just waiting for the right time. Now that you are back, it’s time to return those books or renew them at the library.

We have an exciting selection of new books coming up this term, but there is not much time, so take opportunity of every moment to read. Is there anything better in life? I have yet to find anything better and we have some keen readers who would agree.

Happy Reading!

Mr Simon KaddissiTeacher Librarian

FROM THE LIBRARY

P&F COMMITTEECheques have now been mailed to all families whose second hand HSC textbooks were sold to the incoming Year 12 students at the mini Book Sale held late last term. May we please ask you to deposit these cheques promptly and contact the P & F via email if there are any queries regarding that Book Sale. Plans are underway for the end of year Book Sale which will take place on Saturday 1 December. More information about this Book Sale will be provided in the coming weeks. The Year 11 Class Parents would like to thank the Year 11 families who provided food for the Year 12 Graduation Morning Tea and they would especially like to thank all the parents who assisted with the preparation and clean up on the day. Your assistance was greatly appreciated. Our End of Year Function will be on Friday 23 November (see next page) and we look forward to seeing you all there. Should you have any questions or feedback, please contact the P & F via email,[email protected]

Mrs Frances GaffneyMarist College North Shore P&F Secretary

GRADUATIONYear 12 Graduation Ball 2012

The Graduation Ball for the Class of 2012 was held at the Four Seasons HotelSydney and it was the twenty-third time we have had the event at that venue.The hotel and its staff have over the years been consistently excellent atproviding a wonderful evening for our students, parents, staff and guests andthis year’s was no exception.

The five star hotel is an excellent setting for thiscelebration of the end of six years of secondary school and the beginning of newlives for our young men. Having finished in St Mary’s Church, we drove to thehotel, which is only a few minutes away, to be greeted with pre-dinner drinksin the private Foyer and then on into the Grand Ballroom for dinner. The chef atthe Four Seasons excelled himself again with wonderful food including a Main ofslow cooked Rib Eye steak and a delicious chocolate dessert selection.

Mr David Forrester was the MC for the night and we were entertained withwonderful speeches by William Spence, Annie Lucas, Danny & DanielFlynn and Brother Peter. One of the highlights of the evening was the “Mother and Son Waltz,”a chance for our young men to have a short dance with their mothers - a bit of a “thank you”for all those years of consistent help and support.

The speeches were kept to a minimum and once finished the dancing startedwith “Slide McBride” keeping the room on its feet until midnight when parents andteachers left for home and the Class of 2012 went off to their various venues.

This is a wonderful way to finish the year and to farewell our special youngMarist men. We wish them the very best in their futures and we look forward tocelebrating with the Class of 2013.

Mrs Susan TurnerGraduation Ball Organiser

For any enquiries regarding this

event, please contact

Elizabeth Byrne - [email protected]

Invitation

Christmas Function

Maris t Col lege North Shore P & F

warmly invite all parents to attend our end of year Christmas Function.

Date: Friday 23 November 2012 Time: 7pm – 10pm

Location: O’Mara Plaza, Marist College Cost: $25 per person

RSVP by: 20 November 2012

Please note that late RSVP’s cannot be accepted (students & siblings are not included in this event)

Cost includes finger food and refreshments.

Bookings and payment can only be made by credit card, via the secure online

website www.trybooking.com/33555

We look forward to your company as we celebrate the end of the College year.

YEAR 12 THANKYOU STAFF LUNCH

SPORTMCC GOLF

The annual MCC Golf Championship was held on Thursday 19 July at Bexley Golf Course. The following students represented our school in their respective age group:

• Opens - Tyron McCartney Brown• U/17 - Jack Mace• U/16 - Timothy Claremont• U/15 - Jozef Milenkiewicz• U/13 - Justin Santeco

All students gave their best on the day and represented the College admirably.

Marist College North Shore finished in fourth place against a field of eight schools with Marcellin Randwick taking home the 1st place trophy. Our best performer on the day was Timothy Claremont achieving 3rd place in his respective age group. Congratulations to all the boys for their fine participation. The boys were a credit to themselves, their families and the school.

Mrs Carmel CullenTeam Manager

NSW CCC Athletics

U13 4 x 100 relay teamThe boys (L-R) Austin Hake, Josiah Gwozdecky, Jason Ko & Tim Ferrero came third and receive Bronze Medals at the NSWCCC on Friday 14 September. The boys ran a fantastic race, representing MCNS proudly.

Individual Achievement

Year 7 student, Will Neuhaus’ Ski season was an extremely successful one. Will this year turned his focus to Cross-country Skiing and Biathlon - a combination of marathon cross-country skiing and target shooting.

Will achieved the following accolades this season, some in age groups beyond his years:

• 2nd - U/14 Individual Time Trials (Australian Biathlon Championships, Mt Hotham)• 2nd - Sprint Race (Australian Biathlon Championships, Mt Hotham)• 2nd - U/16 Qualification Time Trials (Australian Cross Country Championship, Perisher)• 3rd - U/16 Open Sprint Championship (Australian Cross Country Championship, Perisher)• 2nd - U/14 Classic Race (Australian Cross Country Championship, Perisher)• 5th - U/16 Classic Open (Australian Cross Country Championship, Falls Creek)• 5th - U/16 Sprint (Australian Cross Country Championship, Falls Creek)• 2nd - U/14 ACT Distance Championship• 3rd - U/14 NSW Distance Championships

Caption: Will Neuhaus

Will also competed at the Interschool Snowsport Champions for MCNS in the Alpine, Ski Cross, Moguls and Cross-Country disciplines. Will made it through to State for Moguls and reached Nationals for his Cross-Country skiing but sadly wasn’t able to make the podium due to a 12-person pile up during the race!

We wish Will all the best for his 2013 season!

Canteen16 Oct: Brenda Davy, Stephanie Lainey, Rachael Russell17 Oct: Ann Catanzariti, Margie Morgan, Katharine Watts, Chris Saunders18 Oct: Kathryn Broomhall, Julie Gaidzkar, Maureen McKee, Suzanne Devine19 Oct: Dominicia Edwards, Melaine Lindquist, Susan Mayall, Joanna Milenkiewicz, Michelle Mulligan22 Oct: Donalda Brown, Rosalind Elliot, Karen Knowles, Andrea Morgan, Bernadette Taylor23 Oct: Cathie Bladen, Annie Wickett, Nola Xenakis24 Oct: Elizabeth Byrne, Tracey Langereis, Dianne Pastuszak, Cindy Van Kampen25 Oct: Sally Engeman, Margaret Weller, Karen Whitehead26 Oct: Anne Young, Robina Swinney29 Oct: Lisa Boyle, Louise Burton, Ann-Marie Hilliard, Cathy Kinsella, Leonie Siutz, Christina Young

Uniform17 Oct: Donalda Brown, Maureen McKee, Dina McSorley, Charlotte Crawford24 Oct: Gabriella Fenech, Colleen Hake, Lyn Russo, Talin Boghossian

15 Oct: HSC Exams Begin16 Oct: Year 9 Artists’ Walk Excursion17 Oct: Uniform Shop Open Georgian House Visit Year 7/2013 Parent Information Night19 Oct: Chanel House Pink Cupcake Day Sacramental Programme Mass - St Mary’s 24 Oct: Uniform Shop Open Year 11 Prizegiving and HSC Information Night29 Oct: Year 9 Solidarity Visit to St. Edmonds31 Oct: Uniform Shop Open Year 10 Blazer Fitting - Uniform Shop2 Nov: Year 7 (2013) Orientation Day Class of 2011 1 Year Reunion5 Nov: Year 10 Assessment Week begins Year 7 Vaccinations6 Nov: Year 11 RYDA day9 Nov: HSC Exams End13 Nov: ESSA testing P&F Annual General Meeting14 Nov: Uniform Shop Open16 Nov: Class of 1987 25 Year Reunion17 Nov: Year 7 (2013) Uniform Fitting Day19 Nov: Year 9 Assessment Week begins Year 12 (2013) Hospitality Work Placement begins21 Nov: Uniform Shop Open23 Nov: P&F Christmas Drinks26 Nov: Year 7 & 8 Assessment Week begins28 Nov: Uniform Shop Open1 Dec: Second Hand Book Sale

VOLUNTEER ROSTERS

LOOKING AHEAD

CREATIVE ARTSCombined Sydney Marist Schools Orchestra

On Saturday 8 December at St Mary’s Cathedral there will be a mass to celebrate the launch of the Marist province of Australia. Students will be nominated to audition for the Combined Sydney Marist Schools Orchestra that will be assembled to mark this significant events.

The orchestra will be managed and rehearsed by Catholic Schools Performing Arts - Sydney (CaSPA). Instruments required: Violin, Cello, Flute, Clarinet, Alto/Tenor/Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Mallet Percussion, Auxiliary Percussion, Electric Bass and Electric Guitar.

Audtion Process: Students will be asked to play the whole or part of two perpared pieces of contrasting genre that best illustrates their skills. Some sight-reading will also be given.

In Mr Herbert’s absence, Ms O’Brien will apporach students who will be nominated for auditions. If a student wishes to be part of the nomination process (especially if they learn an instrument outside the College’s Tuition or Band Program), they are to see Ms O’Brien for inclusion.

Ms Carolyn O’BrienHead of Creatives Arts

Parent ProgramsChild & Adolescent Parenting

What’s On in Term 4 - Course/Workshops:

Communicatng with Teens CourseChatswood 5wks/2.5hrs (30/10-27/11 7-9pm)

Dealing with Teen’s Backchat WorkshopChatswood (23/10, 7-9pm)

Tuning into Kids CourseChatswood (5/11-3/12)

Triple P (Positive Parenting Program) CourseChatswood (18/10-29/11)

Communicating with Kids CourseChatswood (24/10-28/11)

Enquries: 9887 5830www.nsccahs.health.nsw.gov.au/caparenting.htm