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YEAR 8 ADVENTURE CAMP > Beach Fun, Challenges + New Friends!

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The Globe Newsletter of Gleeson College

Issue 8 > Friday 23 March 2018

On Wednesday morning in Week 7, the Year 8 cohort arrived at school excited

for the forthcoming days to be spent with their friends, ‘House’-mates and teachers. Hughes and Damiani House boarded their coaches bound for Pt Hughes, while those from Fyfe and McDonald Houses set off for Wallaroo. The aim of the three-day

Adventure Camp was simple; challenge yourself, make new friends, get to know

your teachers and have fun!While each campsite had its own unique features and experiences, both cohorts undertook similar activities to meet the goals of the venture. Students shared

delicious meals prepared on site, formed tribes to complete in a series of different teamwork and problem-solving activities, participated in a night walk and a movie night while also enjoying the company of others. Following in the example of Archbishop James Gleeson, all dorm

groups were able to give thanks for the food they ate by supporting in the kitchen through general clean up, and by washing

and drying the dishes after each meal.

When given an opportunity to reflect on the experiences of the camp, each participant stated a different highlight. Some said that the water puzzles were

great, as they loved having to work with their tribe to solve the puzzles before them.

Many enjoyed using their survival skills, as so many were successful when utilising flint to spark a small controlled fire. Others

simply stated that the time available to enjoy the company of their newly formed

friendships while kicking the footy, throwing the vortex or by challenging their teachers on the basketball court made up the best

part of Year 8 Camp! I trust that all students needed much of their weekends to recover after such a full on three-day experience,

which will inevitably remain one of the most memorable parts of their Gleeson journey.

Mr Josh Boden,Damiani House Coordinator

**YEAR 8 CAMP PHOTO GALLERYON PAGES 4-6**

A CHANCE TO RENEW WITH LOVE AND COMPASSION

As our Catholic community prepares for Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, we mark the formal beginning of Holy Week. The Christian celebration of Easter like most religious holidays has been taken over by consumerism and in doing so the ‘Easter’ long weekend becomes an over indulgence of hot cross buns and chocolate. Sugar aside, there is an obvious challenge that Jesus intended to give us and that was to reflect on our own love and compassion. Most would say that this is not a challenge, it is easy to love, however, when you truly reflect on your life - Are you truly loving? Are you truly filled with love? Are you filled with compassion?

In the days following the Last Supper, the arrest of Jesus at the hands of the authorities, the beating and finally death by crucifixion, we often forget his disciples. We know Judas betrayed him with a kiss and Peter denied him three times as predicted. However, do we ever ponder

how Jesus’ followers were feeling? Their teacher and leader was gone and now what is to become of them? If we read deeper into history, we learn these ordinary men and women were filled with great fear, regret and guilt, in particular around Judas and Peter’s actions. Peter and Judas have the same fate, both betrayed their teacher, both recognised their own guilt and felt remorse and both received Jesus’ love even after the betrayal. A look, a kiss - where is the difference? Why do we have such dramatically different endings given the seemingly equal fate of both disciples? The difference lies in this; Peter trusted in God’s mercy - Judas did not and at the centre of this Jesus understood their weakness and ultimately all our weaknesses, yet showed never ending love and compassion for all people. In an article recently shared with me and written by Hugh Mackay, he challenges our love and compassion stating: “Romantic love sweeps us away. The love of family and friends wraps us in reassurance about who we are and where we belong. But compassion is human love at its noblest, because it’s the form of love that gives without any expectation of receiving; a gift

with no strings attached. It’s a sign that we acknowledge our common humanity.”

Jesus often taught of love and mostly we think of love as being about our feelings of affection for someone or something. But there’s an equally potent form of love that has nothing to do with our emotional state at all. It’s the kind of love that makes sense of the idea that you could love someone you don’t actually like very much, or someone you disagree with. It can even make sense of the idea that you could love your enemies, just as Jesus taught. It’s about how we choose to act towards other people, regardless of how we feel about them.

Perhaps a better word may be ‘compassion’ - that wonderful human capacity to act with respect, kindness and charity, not selectively, but as a general rule - a mental discipline; a way of life and ultimately not expecting it in return. It’s a commitment to the idea that I will approach every encounter with another person respectfully and with a disposition to show kindness towards them. We can show someone how much we love without saying it as a throw line but actually being compassionate towards them. Jesus did not use words to teach compassion, he showed compassion. Compassion has the ability to change everything. It encourages us to build a better community by responding to bad behaviour with good behaviour, and by setting an example of kindness and respect, especially when it would be easier to give in to negative impulses like revenge, lust and hate. The impact of compassion, another kind of love, goes on and on.

So perhaps we can rethink how we can show compassion more in our lives. Jesus taught love by showing compassion. Project Compassion is not Caritas asking for money, Project Compassion is Caritas asking for donations to help build positive futures for communities less fortunate than ourselves and not expecting anything in return. Project Compassion is the act of showing love without expecting love in return. This week of preparation I will take on the challenge and I implore all of the Gleeson College community; students, staff, parents and families to also, let us all think and act with COMPASSION. Remember compassion is the human capacity to love without expecting anything in return.

Mr Adam Cibich,Assistant Principal Religious Identity& Mission

FEARLESS IN FAITH > Fyfe House Sell Green Donuts for Charity

Fyfe House sold St Patrick’s Day donuts for charity in the courtyard

at recess on Monday.

Students enjoyed delicious, freshly-baked green donuts for $2 each,

with all money raised going directly to two very important charities -

Caritas and Headspace!

Thank you to Fyfe Student Leaders Blake Thompson, Liam Garvey and Michigan San Juan for their help distributing the donuts, and to all students who supported this Fyfe

House fundraising project.

Ms Alesia Sala,Fyfe House Coordinator

YEAR 8 ADVENTURE CAMP > Port Hughes

YEAR 8 ADVENTURE CAMP > Wallaroo

YEAR 8 ADVENTURE CAMP > Port Hughes + Wallaroo

YEAR 10 CHILD STUDIES > Baby Simulators a Challenging Learning Experience!

In Term 1, our Year 10 Child Studies Class has been caring for baby simulators,

offering a hands-on experience and great insight in to what it would be like to be

a young parent.

Students have faced the many challenges of parenthood whilst caring for their

babies for the three-night assignment. The babies have needed to be fed,

burped, changed and rocked at all hours of the day and night (as in real life!). The students have been a great support to each other, helping each other as much as possible. Although at times they have felt exhausted, they have all enjoyed this

rewarding learning experience.

Miss Ashlee Curtis,Home Economics Teacher

YEAR 9 HOME EC > Students Create Stylish Hoodies with New Sewing Skills!Year 9 Home Economics

students have been putting their new sewing skills to the test by designing and

constructing their own hooded jumpers. Students carefully cut out their patterns, pinned the pieces together before sewing

and overlocking them. The final products are fantastic,

with all students creating high quality work – well done!

Miss Ashlee Curtis,Year 9 Home Ec Teacher

CERTIFICATE III FITNESS CLASS LEARN HOW TO SAVE LIVES!Our Certificate III Fitness students are now certified to provide first aid after all

successfully completing this course in the Gleeson Gym on Tuesday.

Huda from Queensford College led the students through the day’s learning, which included Cadiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Defibrillator training.

Congratulations to all students for their enthusiastic engagement andnew certification of a skill that can save lives!

Ms Kirsty Jeffree,Certificate III Fitness Teacher

GET TO KNOW YOUR 2018 STUDENT LEADERSThis week we feature Hughes House Senior School and Middle School Captains Tyler, Joshua, Natarsha & Taylah!

Tyler Dunlop (12 HSFEL)Do you have any pets?A dog named Bella and a cat Jasper.

Who is the most influential person/s in your life?:My Grandpa.

What is your favourite subject/s?:Woodwork and Chemistry.

What are your hobbies?:Playing tennis and doing henna.

Do you play any sports?:Tennis.

What do you like most about school:Everyone in the community and spending time with friends.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:Travelling the world, working as an Engineer somewhere.

What is your definition of happiness?:Being happy and enjoying life. Being with the people that you love.

What do you love at Gleeson College?:How the teachers put us first and get the most out of us!

Joshua Johnson (12 HSPLL)Do you have any pets?A border collie called Archer.

Who is the most influential person/s in your life?:Henry Ford.

What is your favourite subject/s?:Information Technology and Physics.

What are your hobbies?:Waterskiing and umpiring football.

Do you play any sports?:Football umpire...sort of a sport!

What do you like most about school:Learning new things and interacting with class mates.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:Working as a Doctor of Medicine or a Software Engineer.

What is your definition of happiness?:Smiling and laughing.

What do you love at Gleeson College?:GC is an embracing community which is full of fantastic staff and students.

Natarsha Viskic (9 HMSCH)Do you have any pets?Yes, the best and cutest dog ever, Star!

Who is the most influential person/s in your life?: My family.

What is your favourite subject/s?: PE, Dance and Drama.

What are your hobbies?:I enjoy sport, camping and travelling, making films - anything active and being in the outdoors.

Do you play any sports?: Netball, tennis and dancing.

What do you like most about school: I like the chance to meet people and be friends, the sport, art and opportunities.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?: I don’t know yet but doing a fun job, travelling and having fun!

What is your definition of happiness?:To feel a feeling of joy and passing it on to others. Happiness can not be described - it comes in many different shapes and forms.

What do you love at Gleeson College?:I like the opportunities provided in all different areas. It is also great to be a part of an inclusive community where everyone is always so friendly.

Taylah Viskic (9 HMSCH)Do you have any pets?A dog names Star - he is a cavoodle.

Who is the most influential person/s in your life?: My family.

What is your favourite subject/s?: PE, Drama and Dance.

What are your hobbies?: I like to play sport, dance, camp, make films and have fun outdoors.

Do you play any sports?: Netball, tennis and swimming.

What do you like most about school:I love the opportunities that the school provides us and I love learning alongside my friends.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:I’m not sure what my future holds, but I hope in 10 years time I am loving life and living life to the fullest.

What is your definition of happiness?:Happiness is the laughter and joy of strangers and friends. Sharing smiles and having fun together. Enjoying life and living to the fullest.

What do you love at Gleeson College?:I love the opportunities and learning we are provided.The community environment and inclusivity is great.

EASTER LITURGIES 2018

Para Hills Modbury Catholic Parish

RECONCILIATION Second Form: Tues. Tuesday March 27th, 7pm,

St Pius X, 1 Avoca Street Dernancourt The North East Cluster of Parishes — Celebration

many of the priests of the cluster will be available after communal prayer and preparation.

First Form: Individual reconciliation Saturday March 24th: Before & after 9.15am Mass at Holy Trinity Church (Starting 8.30am, Finishing 10am)

Saturday March 24th: 5.30pm at St John XXIII Church (Before 6pm Mass)

EUCHARISTS AND LITURGIES

CHRISM MASS: Mon March 26th, 6pm at St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral, Wakefield Street, Adelaide

HOLY THURSDAY: March 29th Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.30pm at Holy Trinity Church After mASS there will be prayer before the Blessed Sacrament at the Altar of Repose.

GOOD FRIDAY: March 30th

Stations of the Cross: 10am at Holy Trinity Church 11am at St John XXIII Church

Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 3pm at Holy Trinity Church 3pm at St John XXIII Church

HOLY SATURDAY: March 31st 8.30pm Easter Vigil at St John XXIII Church

PLEASE NOTE:

There is NO 6pm Mass Holy Saturday Night

EASTER SUNDAY: April 1st

Celebration of the Resurrection9am at St John XXIII Church Artwork by Susan Daily Published by 9am at Holy Trinity Church John Garrett Publishing

Holy Trinity Church, 3 James St, Para Hills — St John XXIII Church, 50 Reservoir Rd, Hope Valley

Parish Admin Office — 50 Reservoir Rd, Hope Valley, ph: 8264 7590, Email: [email protected]

Congratulations to talented athlete and GC Specialist Netball Program

student Mikala Searle (9 FMTER) who was recently presented the SADNA Umpires Award for Best

Player in Junior 1 Division.

GLEESON FOOTBALLERS OFF TO BARCELONA TO REPRESENT AUFCFour Gleeson College footballers

are jetting off to represent Adelaide United FC at the 2018 Mediterranean International Cup (MIC) to be held in

Barcelona from March 27- April 1.

GC World Football Program students Harrison Kostrzewa (10 HSRAN),

Morgan Evans (11 FSRUT), Bradley Willcocks (10 MSSPI) and Harrison

Conant (10 MSCOD), pictured left to right, are all ready to take the pitch for AUFC at this prestigious competition,

which is held in Costa Brava.

Congratulations Harry K, Morgan, Brad and Harry C on this exceptional

achievement and all the best for a successful MIC tournament abroad!!

CONGRATULATIONS> Mikala Searle

Mikala plays for Hope Valley

in the South Australian

District Netball Association

(SADNA) and is showing much

promise at the elite level in her age group.

We commend Mikala on this outstanding sporting achievement!

WE LOVE TO CELEBRATE + SHARE STUDENT SUCCESSIf your child has an achievement

we can share in The Globe, please email the details to Rebecca Sinclair,

Community Relations Coordinator, at:[email protected]

GG CAMPUS UNIFORM SHOP TERM TRADINGMonday: 1.00pm - 2.30pmTuesday & Wednesday: 8.15am - 9.15am + 1.00pm - 4.15pmThursday : 1.00pm - 2.45pmFirst Saturday of Month: 9.00am - 12.00pm

MODBURY DEVON CLOTHING UNIFORM SHOPOPEN 9.00am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday

+ 9.00am - 12.00pm Saturday | P: 8396 6465Shop 24 Clovercrest Plaza > 429 Montague Rd, Modbury North

The Gleeson College 2nd Hand Uniform Shop is openevery Tuesday afternoon from 3.30-4.30pm.

GOLDEN GROVECAMPUS UNIFORM SHOP

Devon Clothing | P: 8289 5564WINTER UNIFORM APPOINTMENTS > TERM 1WE HAVE EXTRA TIMES AVAILABLE FOR WINTER UNIFORM FITTINGS:

Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons > 1.00pm - 5.00pm+ Saturday 7 April > 9.00am - 12pm

*Please note that if no appointments are booked in after our regular trading times, the shop will not remain open. Phone to make an appointment time to

purchase your child’s Winter Uniform requirements at the Golden GroveCampus Uniform Shop on 8289 5564.

Fitting times are also available to book at the Devon Clothing Uniform Shop(Shop 24 Clovercrest Plaza, Modbury North) by phoning 8396 6465.

DEVON CLOTHING UNIFORM SHOP > MODBURY NORTHWINTER UNIFORM FITTING TIMES:Monday to Friday > 9.00am - 4.30pm

Saturdays > 9.00am - 12.00pm

Thursday 29th March: Holy Thursday > 7.30pmMass of the Lord’s Supper, followed by Adoration until 10.00pm

Friday 30th March: Good Friday > Day of fast and abstinence10.00am > Stations of the Cross, followed by Reconciliation

3.00pm > Good Friday Liturgy

Saturday 30th March: Holy Saturday > Easter Vigil at 7.00pm

Sunday 1st April: Easter Sunday > 9.00am Mass at Greenwith 10.30am Mass at St David’s *NO EVENING MASS

St. David’s Catholic Parish > Holy Week + Easter Celebrations

Medical + DentistryCAREERS

Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT) Preparation > Students interested in pursuing medicine

or dentistry need to sit the UMAT on 25 July 2018. MedEntry is

a government accredited RTO specialising in UMAT preparation. Med Entry offers discounts of 30% for groups, numerous scholarships

and bursaries. Registrationsclose 1 June 2018.

For more information visit:www.medentry.edu.au

Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600

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Student Services T: 8282 6634

Term 1 201821 - 23 Mar Year 7 Camp > Wallaroo26 Catholic Co Ed Athletics Carnival27 Principal’s Tour > Gleeson College (9.15-10.15am)28 College Board Meeting29 EARLY FINISH FOR ALL STUDENTS *Early Finish at 1.05pm **KANGA BUSES WILL DEPART AT 1.30PM ON THIS DAY**30 PUBLIC HOLIDAY > Good Friday2 Apr PUBLIC HOLIDAY > Easter Monday3 Parent Teacher Interviews4 Archbishop Gleeson Memorial Mass6 IMMUNISATION > Year 8 Boostrix & HPV #111 Parent Teacher Interviews13 FINAL DAY OF TERM 1 > Students dismissed 3.20pm

Term 2 201830 Apr STUDENT FREE DAY > Staff Professional Learning Day1 May FIRST DAY OF TERM 2 > All students return2 - 4 Year 11 Retreat > Victor Harbor4 - 6 Generations in Jazz11 Year 11 & 12 Meningococcal B Swab & Dose 114 Principal’s Tour > Gleeson College (9.15-10.15am)23 P&F Committee Meeting30 College Board Meeting1 Jun Year 12 Formal > Sfera’s Function Centre8 2018 College Photographs (MSP Photography)11 PUBLIC HOLIDAY > Queen’s Birthday13 Principal’s Tour > Gleeson College (9.15-10.15am) One+ Careers Expo, DRMC18 - 22 Year 10 Exams (in class) + Year 11 Exams

2018 GLEESON DIARY DATES >

How do I register my attendance? Bookings are essential for the Tours and can be made

via the School’s website or by telephoning Sonya:

www.sfx.catholic.edu.au | 8251 9555

ST FRANCIS XAVIER’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL2018 School Tour Dates• Wednesday, 21st March

4.30pm – 5.30pm • Tuesday, 15th May

9.30am – 10.30am • Saturday, 28th July

9.30am – 10.30am • Monday, 13th August

9.30am – 10.30am • Thursday, 20th September

4.30pm – 5.30pm • Friday, 2nd November

9.30am – 10.30am

GAME AND APP DEVELOPINGWORKSHOP

1 7 - 1 9   A P R I L 2 0 1 8                               1 0 A M - 3 : 3 0 P M

ABOUT THE WORKSHOPThis three day course involves the development of an arcade

game to be run on Android phones and tablets. You'll learn

Java, Android programming, how to write and compile bug-free

code, and how to install and run on an Android phone.

The workshop will be interactive, and it will suit individuals (or

groups) who want to create a computer game.  It will also be a

lot of fun.

Facilitators Bill, Scott and Daish have extensive experience in

software engineering, digital art, programming and virtual

reality.

WORKSHOP DETAILS Tuesday 17th - Thursday 19th April

10:00 am - 3:30pm

Located in One+ Computer labs (Shared Facilities, Trade

Training Centre

Cost: $187 incl GST

WHAT TO BRING Lunch (Wednesday and Thursday only)

'An Android compatible device* (loan devices may be

available on application)

Your creativity

HOW TO BOOK

CONTACT/ENQUIRIESWebsite: www.sbdinnovation.com.au

Phone: 0418 838 083

Email: [email protected] (One+ Campus Director)

https://www.trybooking.com/UOPR 

Contact Cheree Taylor, Campus Director for a registration

form (email below)