Insight 2014T2W02

Term 2, Week 2 | Friday 9 May, 2014PurPle Patches INSIGHT UPDATE EDITION

Br Michael’s Corner

We Need To Work At Making Family Life HappyFamilies that are growing towards greater happiness and satisfaction often express their approval and liking for each other. Husbands or wives need to praise each other in front of the children. As part of regular bedtime talks, family games or rituals, saying something we like about each other is most helpful. Planning enjoyable times for the family, are essential eg. making the family meal a special time for talking and sharing or planning for each parent to spend some one-to-one time with each child each week. No family is perfect. We live with machines and machines can be perfect but not human beings. We don’t have to be perfect to be a good parent or child. No one can maintain a facade of perfection with his or her own family. In the family we need to learn to be ourselves, to get on with others and to realise no one is perfect. Happy families accept differences because everyone is different. We need to help family members to appreciate their uniqueness as that makes them special. Appreciation grows with praise. Reading is one way of spending time with a child as well as expressing our love. Being a parent is one of the greatest joys and challenges in life but pain, self-doubt and anguish can be part of the journey. They just mean we are human, not that we are bad parents. Parents should take time to talk to each other about things they do well as parents.

Br. Michael Flaherty

Brian Wilson remembering the spirit of ANZAC.

Liberating EducationWe open hearts and minds, through quality teaching and learning experiences, so that through critical reflection and engagement each person is hope-filled and free to build a better world for all.

The word ANZAC has become a part of Australian thought, language, and identity. It has come to mean many things to many people. However, for my late grandfather, Herbert Brian Wilson, it described an important part of his life. I have been asked to reflect on his war time experiences, and the qualities he stood for; the characteristics of ANZAC.

Grandpa spoke very rarely of his time in the army and so, in reality, I know very little of what he truly went through and felt. But I do know that he felt the pain of losing friends and I can still recall the sadness in his eyes as he told the story of a friend with whom he served throughout the whole war that was tragically killed on patrol, not knowing the war had already ended. I have often read of the New Guinea campaign and the dreadful ordeals and horrors that Australian soldiers, like my grandfather, suffered. But in contrast to this I have grown up with the concept of the ANZAC spirit. Often associated with this is an enduring mateship, boldness, and humour even in the most tragic of circumstances. My grandfather was no exception to this on the few occasions he spoke of his service. It was with fondness that he reflected on the times with his friends. As a troop sergeant in heavy anti-aircraft I recall how proud he was in shooting down more planes than the neighbouring battery from Victoria.

My grandfather served five years in the Army, and one may think that such a small portion of a man’s life is easily forgotten, but in the words of his favourite author John Steinbeck “people do not forget”. He never forgot the jungles of New Guinea or the friendships forged, but rather he carried it with him throughout his whole life. He used his experiences to help my father and brother through their own war service and like many Australian servicemen he drew a curtain on the horrors through which he had lived to raise a family and to make a difference in a country he loved dearly.

In the course of his life, both at home and in the jungles of New Guinea my grandfather dedicated himself to qualities displayed in hardship by Australian servicemen and women of past and present generations, values that have come to reflect us as a nation and I think it is in the writings of war correspondent Charles Bean that these ideals of ANZAC are described in their entirety:

“ANZAC stood, and still stands, for reckless valour in a good cause, for enterprise, resourcefulness, fidelity, comradeship, and endurance that will never own defeat.”

It is those qualities that we pause to reflect on at events like today.

Brian WilsonWalsh House Captain

Mr Noel Mifsud warmly invites you to attend Christian Brothers College

Open Day Sunday 25 May11am - 2pm

Class of ’74 ReunionA 40 year reunion is planned for Old Scholars who began or finished with the CBC class of 1974. If you were part of the Year 8 group in 1970 and/or finished Year 12 in 1974, you might like to attend the Reunion which is planned to take place at this year’s CBC Old Scholars’ Dinner on Friday October 17. If you would like to be included in correspondence about the Reunion, please email Terry Roberts at [email protected]

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2014 School calendar

Week 3Mon 12 May Liturgy – 8:35am (JC)

Police Concert Band – 10:00 am(Junior Campus)Year 10 Unis SA Session

Tues 13 May NAPLAN TestingBlood DonationsYear 12 UniSA Session

Wed 14 May Community Mass (8:00am SC) MarksBlood DonationsNAPLAN TestingYear 12 Retreat (House based)

Thurs 15 May Blood DonationsNAPLAN TestingYear 12 Retreat (House based)Parent/Teacher Interviews (SC) from 3.00pm

Fri 16 May Blood DonationsYear 10 Career’s ExpoNAPLAN Catch UpYear 12 Retreat (House based)

Sun 18 May Marian Procession @ Pilgrim Peace Park – 2:30pm

Week 4Mon 19 May Liturgy – 8:35am (JC)

Board MeetingLibrary & Information Week

Tues 20 May JC Photo DayLibrary & Information WeekYear 9 Dancing (CBC)1.30 – 2.30pm

Wed 21 May Community Mass (8:00am SC) O’BrienLibrary & Information Week

Thurs 22 May Bourke/Hurley/ Marks Photo DayMC Sports PhotoLibrary & Information Week

Fri 23 May O’Brien/Smith/Walsh Photo DaySC Sports PhotoJC AssemblyLibrary & Information Week

Sun 25 May Open Day

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16-17 MAY2014

Upcoming Careers/Tertiary Information

SessionsMonday 12 May

UniSA Career Shop with all Year 10s.

Tuesday 13 May UniSA Year 12 session at 12pm

Friday 16 May Careers Expo for all Year 10s

Dear Parents,

We will be photographing your school on Tuesday 20th, Thursday 22nd and Friday 23rd May 2014.

You will receive a Flyer/envelope for each of your students explaining the products available.

Please ensure that each student returns his/her own envelope even if payment is made in the eldest child’s envelope. Envelopes are not to be placed inside other envelopes

Students are to bring envelopes on or preferably before Photo Day.

We have an auto-mated system for payments by credit card. You can go online to www.advancedlife.com.au for easy to understand payment instructions. You will receive a receipt number which MUST be written on the order envelope in the space provided. You can also make payments by cash, cheque or money order.

Sibling Photos are also available for students at the school, please collect a “family order envelope” from your school & return it to the office.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us on 8268 7869 if you have any queries.

We look forward to seeing all your smiling faces!

Your Team from Advanced Life Photography

Sunday 25 May 2014, 11am-2pmCBC Open Day

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Open C BasketballUnley High 43 defeated CBC 34

While CBC did not prevail in the opening game of the season, there were many positives to come out of the game. Michael P and Jarrod D top scored with 10 points each. Michael P intercepted many of Unley’s passes which created offensive opportunities. Jarrod exhibited sound ball handling skills throughout the game.

One of the highlights of match was when Jarrod displayed enormous courage taking a charge against one of their big posts. Mitchell scored 5 points and showed his value by winning many rebounds. Callum’s defensive action was consistent throughout the match. He scored 4 points. Lachlan G also scored 4 points and was cool under pressure. Daniel W scored 1 point and executed many assist’s throughout the game. It was an encouraging start to the season, although our fitness and defensive output need to improve.

Mr Tony CarrieriCoach

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First XVIII FootballPembroke 14.15 (99) defeated CBC 10.4 (64)

Goal Scorers: Strange, Biancardi, Clemente, Curyer (2), Rutai, DJ Hancar (1)

Best Players: Martino, Rutai, McPherson, Strange, Atkinson

CBC First XVIII were defeated by Pembroke School in a tightly fought contest at Pembroke on the weekend. The first half was a see-sawing affair, with both teams having opportunities to be leading at the half. A few undisciplined acts and some fundamental skill errors resulted in the Pembroke side, built around two future AFL footballers, to lead at the main break. Pembroke came out ready to play and kicked 3 goals in the first five minutes of the 3rd quarter to leave CBC on the back foot. Our resilience and toughness saw us fight out the game in what was a pleasing last quarter and something that we will look to build on with our game at home to Westminster on Saturday. Our defenders fought gallantly, lead superbly by our Co-Captain Anthony Martino and ably assisted by Mcpherson, Gabrielli and Atkinson. Jonty Rutai was tireless in the ruck and Jack Strange showed the competition how much of a class act he is with his polished skills and ability to find the ball.

Mr Jace BodeCoach

Second XVIII FootballCBC 12.10 (82) defeated Pembroke 6.6 (42)

The “Purple Haze” (Second XVIII) opened the season with a resounding victory over the highly credentialled Pembroke School. On a perfect day for footy the new side fought hard all day to secure a forty point win. Scores were locked after the first term but a game breaking solo performance by Jovan Bojovic at full forward in the second term saw us lead by 12 points at the main break. Jovan kicked two amazing goals to capitalise on the brilliant midfield work of Hayden Nihill, Luke Squires, Michael Cotsios and Bakhos Rahme. Tyson Sarunic worked tirelessly in the ruck whilst first game captain, Luke Skelton was impassable at centre half back whilst Boffos game at full back was exceptional. After the break superior fitness saw us break away from Pembroke and take advantage of the wide open spaces of the Kensington Oval.

It was a terrific day highlighted by a wonderful team spirit and a genuine determination to succeed. Kicking three goals two in the second term against the wind whilst holding Pembroke to just five points with the strong wind was an exceptional effort.

Three goals to Bojovic was complemented by two each to Marcus Tully and Hayden Nihill and singles to Michael Cotsios, Daniel Aplin, Troy Nicholson and Tyson Sarunic.

A warm welcome is extended to all parents and friends to attend each week. It’s great fun and the more support the better.

Best Players: Luke Skelton, Hayden Nihill, Tyson Sarunic, Luke Squires, Michael Cotsios, Bakhos Rahme, Chris Boffo, Yovan Bojovic, Marcus Tully, Daniel Aplin, Jonah Byrnes.

Mr Jace BodeCoach

Year 8 FootballPAC 15.7 (97) defeated CBC 6.4 (40)

Goal Scorers: H DiMarco (2), Michael Frederick, Jackson Smith

Best Players: M Costanzo, Martin Frederick, Michael Frederick, H DiMarco

This was a disappointing start to the 2014 season, with a loss to Prince Alfred College. CBC started the game well, having the first four scoring shots and kicking the first 2 goals thanks to Jackson Smith who was on fire in the forward line. Our commitment and attack on the ball was terrific. We were first to the ball, got the free kicks, ran hard; tackled fiercely; and our second and third efforts were admirable. Then, for some reason, CBC just seemed to relax and PAC rattled on 5 quick goals to win the quarter, even though CBC had one more scoring shot. In the second quarter, PAC kicked 4 goals to our 2, yet we were only 4 goals down at half time and right in the game. Unfortunately in the “premiership quarter” PAC took control of the game. CBC was held scoreless in the third quarter, while the opposition kicked 6-4 and the game was lost. Too many CBC players were sitting back and hoping someone else got the hard ball. Too much was left to too few. We were second to the ball; our tackling was poor and we let PAC dictate the game to us, instead of CBC stepping up and taking the initiative. However, to CBC’s credit, I was pleased with our intensity in the final quarter; we kicked 1-1 to the opposition’s 2 goals and really fought the game out well, when we could have quite easily just given up.

Marcus Costanzo worked tirelessly in defence; his tackling, run from the backlines and his reading of the play was first class. Time and time again he attacked the ball and the opposition and fearlessly threw himself into packs to stop the opposition from scoring. Martin Frederick set up many attacking opportunities and he was always prepared to run with the ball; mark strongly in defence; throw himself into packs and get the hard ball. Michael Frederick ran all day and his pace and agility was to be admired. His balance in the slippery conditions enabled him to gain numerous contested possessions. Haris DiMarco kicked two goals from centre half forward and battled hard from limited opportunities. Four players in the best players is not enough

and clearly indicates that not enough CBC players beat their opponent and won their position.

A number of other players dropped in and out of the game, without exerting much influence. To compete against teams like Prince Alfred, we must have more players winning their positions, we must have more contributors; players willing to keep their eyes on the ball and attack it flat out; run and kick the ball into the spaces; take risks. Our challenge is to work hard for four quarters and the results will come our way.

Mr Peter Tippins8A Coach

Year 4/5 Purple FootballSt Joseph’s Kingswood 10.6 (66) defeated CBC 4.6 (30)

The boys tried hard all day and got better as the match went on. They worked on moving into the open spaces when in possession and manning up when they don’t have the ball. They showed persistence and teamwork all game and were rewarded on the scoreboard with a 4 goal last quarter.

Best Players: L Vonthoff, T Kay, D Ryan, H O’Mahoney

Goal Scorers: L Vonthoff 3, H O’Mahoney 1

Mr Vincent RignaneseCoach

Year 4/5 White FootballCBC 12.9 (81) defeated Mercedes 0.2 (2)

First hit out for the season and wow what a game, the boys jumped out of the blocks and didn’t look back. I should have known something special was about to happen when the boys took themselves off pre-game to warm up and run drills without any assistance, I went to check on them and was totally amazed at how professional they have become. We have had a few changes in our line up this year and have got some great new recruits. Along with the 14 boys from the past few seasons we have what I hope is a very strong squad.

I was very impressed with the way our boys used the ball from the breakdowns, they were able to use the handball effectively to clear out of the packs and move the ball forward. The level of team work was excellent with multiple passages of possession play with boys working hard to gain possession and then use it effectively. It was great to see the boys look up when disposing of the ball and hitting a target.

Zak’s work in the centre ruck was calm and purposeful winning the majority of tap’s, likewise he had multiple players taking the taps in the centre Blake, Ethan, Kaleb and others who all used the ball well from the centre clearances. Around the ground we had players who stepped up such as Samuel, Lachlan, Max and others.

This week we will continue to work on working into space to provide a target and keeping possession whilst moving forward.

Great game all and a cracking start to 2014

Goal Scorers: Blake McDonough (2), Hunter Dwyer (2), Samuel Cutri (2), Kaleb Liddell (2), Matt Cerone (1), Bayley Fitzpatrick (1), Zak Moretti (1) and Ethan Cross (1)

Best Players: Zak Moretti, Ethan Cross and Blake McDonough

Thanks to Cosi for Goal Umpiring and for the oranges again

Mr Steve BrooksCoach

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NAPLAN 2014NATIONAL ASSESSMENT PROGRAM

What is NAPLAN?The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is an annual national assessment for all students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. All students in these year levels are expected to participate in tests in reading, writing, language conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy. All government and non-government education authorities have contributed to the development of NAPLAN materials.

Why do students do NAPLAN tests?NAPLAN is the measure through which governments, education authorities, schools, teachers and parents can determine whether or not young Australians are meeting important educational outcomes in literacy and numeracy. The tests provide parents and schools with an understanding of how individual students are performing at the time of the tests. They also provide schools, states and territories with information about how education programs are working and which areas need to be prioritised for improvement.

NAPLAN tests are one aspect of the school’s assessment and reporting process, and do not replace the extensive, ongoing assessments made by teachers about each student’s performance.

What will be tested and how?NAPLAN tests the sorts of skills that are essential for every child to progress through school and life, such as reading, writing, spelling, grammar and numeracy. The content of each test is informed by the national Statements of Learning for English and mathematics, which underpin state and territory learning frameworks. Questions are multiple-choice or require a short written response. The writing task requires students to write a text in response to a prompt.

To give you an idea of what the tests look like, sample questions and a sample writing task are available on the NAP website: www.nap.edu.au

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Who will run the tests?NAPLAN tests are conducted at schools and administered by classroom teachers, school deputies or the principal. Each state and territory is responsible for marking the tests in accordance with strict guidelines and processes.

How can I help my child prepare for the tests?NAPLAN assesses literacy and numeracy skills that students are already learning through the school curriculum. Teachers will ensure students are familiar with the test formats and will provide appropriate support and guidance. If you have any questions about your child’s preparation for NAPLAN, you should make a time to speak with their teacher.

The best way you can help your child prepare for NAPLAN is to reassure your child that NAPLAN tests are just one part of their school program, and to urge them to simply do the best they can on the day. The use of services by coaching providers is not recommended.

What additional support can schools provide for students with special needs?All students are encouraged to participate in NAPLAN tests. Students with disability may qualify for adjustments that reflect the support normally provided in the classroom. Students who have a temporary injury may also be reasonably accommodated.A formal exemption may be granted for a student with significant intellectual disability and/or significant co-existing conditions, or who has recently arrived in Australia and is from a non-English speaking background.

Your school principal and your state testing authority can provide you with more information on special provisions or the process required to gain a formal exemption.

Information for parents

How is NAPLAN performance measured?NAPLAN is not a pass or fail type test. Individual student performance is shown on a national achievement scale for each test. Each test scale has 10 bands and all year levels are reported on the same scale. Six bands are reported for each year level for each test. One of these bands represents the national minimum standard for students at each year level. A result at the national minimum standard indicates that the student demonstrated the basic literacy and numeracy skills needed to participate fully in that year level. The performance of individual students can be compared to the average performance of all students in Australia.

What happens if my child is absent from school on test days?Wherever possible, schools will organise for individual students who are absent at the time of testing to complete missed tests at another time during testing week. Individual students are not permitted to sit tests after Friday 16 May 2014.

Will I receive a report on my child’s performance?A NAPLAN report will be issued by your school later in the year. The same report format is used for every student in Australia. The school will notify you when the reports are being sent to you. If you do not receive a report, you should contact the school. Individual student results are strictly confidential.

How are NAPLAN test results used?• Schools use results to identify strengths and weaknesses

in teaching programs and to set goals in literacy and numeracy.

• School systems use results to review programs and support offered to schools.

• Students and parents may use individual results to discuss progress with teachers.

• Teachers use results to help them better identify students who require greater challenges or additional support.

• The community can see average school NAPLAN results on the My School website: www.myschool.edu.au

Where can I get more information?For more information about NAPLAN: • visit www.nap.edu.au• contact your child’s school • contact your state or territory’s education authority

(details available on the NAP website).

NAPLAN 2014 tests timetableTuesday 13 May

Wednesday 14 May

Thursday 15 May

Year 3

Language conventions40 minutesWriting40 minutes

Reading45 minutes

Numeracy45 minutes

Year 5

Language conventions40 minutesWriting40 minutes

Reading50 minutes

Numeracy50 minutes

Year 7

Language conventions45 minutesWriting40 minutes

Reading65 minutes

NumeracyCalculator40 minutesNon-calculator40 minutes

Year 9

Language conventions45 minutesWriting40 minutes

Reading65 minutes

NumeracyCalculator40 minutesNon-calculator40 minutes

• Language conventions includes spelling, grammar and punctuation.

• Numeracy includes number; space; algebra, function and pattern; measurement, chance and data.

• Calculators are NOT permitted in the numeracy test in Years 3 and 5. In Years 7 and 9, there is one numeracy test where calculator use is permitted and one where it is not.

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