Nurrunga Online Vol 33 No 31
In this issue:
- From the Headmaster
- From the Junior School
- Deputy Headmaster (Curriculum)
- From the Senior School Library
- Social Justice
- Performing Arts and Drama
- Mathematics
- Mother's Club
- Sports
- Parents and Friends
- Waverley Staff Support MS
- Careers
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Important Dates for Term 4
- Wednesday 18 November 2010 Info Evening 6.30pm
- Tuesday 24 November Mass & Cocktail Evening 7.00pm
- Wednesday 25 November Year 6 Graduation 6.30pm
- Thursday 26 November Year 5 Presentation 1.30pm
- Monday 30 November Presentation Evening 7.30pm
From the Headmaster
Can I Really Love Myself - and Others?
"Let us really love one another" (Blessed Mary Mackillop 1890)
We can't carry out Mary's challenge to really love one another, to give life to one another, without first loving ourselves. As Scripture says, "You shall love your neighbour as yourself." We have been conditioned not to love ourselves, even though it's foundational to loving others. Loving myself is somehow equated with selfishness.
Ask any mother with a number of kids whether she is patient or not. Chances are she will say, "No," forgetting the hundred times she has been patient, and remembering the odd few when she has lost her cool. Don't say those hard things of yourself (1869). We forget that a healthy self-esteem is a basic need. We stifle our own self-growth and our ability to give life and love to others.
So, if we are going to show this love in our actions (1890), we need first to love ourselves, especially in the area of developing an honest and healthy self-esteem. We need to remember that God understands us better than we understand ourselves (1877).
You shall love your neighbour as yourself (Lev 19:18)
Source: The Little Brown Book - Sue and Leo Kane
From the Junior School
By the time this Nurrunga is published Year 5 will be on camp and Yr 6 well into their end of Year exams. I'd like to wish both groups the best with their respective events.
Early in the Year a number of our students entered the Sydney Youth Writing Competition. The results have just come through and they illustrate the wealth of talent at Waverley College Junior School. The following boys are finalists for 2009 from over 1500 entries - a tremendous achievement:
| Poetry | ||
| Lachlan Hedge Andrew Brown Dean Tinellis Jackson Eldridge Ruairi Biollo |
6 6 6 6 6 |
Canyon Diamante Desert Devastation The Cemetery |
| Short Story | ||
| Dylan Hackers Finn Keeley Lachlan Falconer Henry Murphy Gus Larkin Jonathan |
5 5 6 5 5 |
Runaway The Legend of Magefist Hammerfall The Shadows Daydream Writing Scorpion Cove Scissor, Paper Rock |
Your son should have given you a note regarding the end of Presentation Night to be held at Darling Harbour on Monday November 30. Please note that this is a compulsory school event for all students in Years 5-11. Please ensure that you purchase the tickets sooner rather than later. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for children and there is no charge for Waverley College students (however you will need to order a ticket).
The following boys were awarded an Honour Award at our last assembly:
| Lachlan Drew-Morris Thomas Serhon Hayden Rawson Cain Khalife Blair Ryan Eliott Oliver Tex Hartley Harry Vass William Ryan Ruairi Biollo Dylan Newling Jesse Campbell |
5 Gold 5 Gold 5 Gold 5 Green 5 White 5 White 5 White 6 Blue 6 Blue 6 Gold 6 Gold 6 Green |
Adam Hassan Matthew Udovcic Harry Kelsey Joseph Mark Triolo Harry Tate Lachlan Callaghan Daniel Alter Sean Radziowsky Nicholas Kandylas Liam Wheatley Cooper Vaughan |
5 Green 5 Red 5 Red 5 White 6 Green 6 Red 6 Red 6 Red 6 Red 6 White 6 White |
Well done gentlemen.
Mr Anthony Banboukjian (Director - Junior School)
From the Deputy Headmaster (Curriculum)
As indicated in the College Diary and last week's Nurrunga Year 7 - 10 begin Exams on Thursday 12th November 2009. Exam Timetables for each Year are available on the College Website and also attached to this issue of Nurrunga. The boys received a copy of the timetable on Wednesday 4th November 2009. Please ensure you and your son reads the Information for Students also attached with this Nurrunga concerning protocols and procedures for examinations. For Year 10 parents the timetable for the School Certificate Exams conducted by the Board of Studies is also attached and Year 10 boys have a copy.
- Year 10 Exam timetables Semester 2 2009
- Year 9 Exam timetables Semester 2 2009
- Year 8 Exam timetables Semester 2 2009
- Year 7 Exam timetables Semester 2 2009
Ms D Grigson - DHM Curriculum
From the Senior School Library
Recently author William Kostakis visited the College to chat about his book Loathing Lola to select students from Year 12. He is a young writer with plenty of potential.
While at the College William also gave his time and expertise to assist extension English students with their creative writing.
William was Sydney Morning Herald Writer of the Year a few Years back and is an entertaining speaker.
Why not join him for afternoon tea and a Q&A booktalk next Friday afternoon. You will also be able to purchase his book at a discount price and get to talk about all things writing.
Venue: Gertrude & Alice Cafe Bookstore,
46 Hall Street, Bondi Beach.
Date: Friday, 6th November 2009
Time: 4.15pm - 5.15pm
Cost: $8.00
Bookings preferred: 02 9130 5155
Mr Roberts - Senior Librarian
Social Justice
CanTeen Collection.
Thank you to the Year 11 students who collected for the charity CanTeen last Friday at Bondi Junction. (pictured) The funds go to support young people living with cancer.
Schools for Sight.
Thank you to all those parents who sent their old prescription glasses to the Schools for Sight Project. I dropped 2 boxes of spectacles off at OPSM last week. These glasses will be fixed up and sent to developing countries for distribution. Other glasses may be dropped at the main office.
Matt Talbot Appeal.
Students are asked to bring a gift for the homeless men of Sydney.
Please bring the following items in according to your homegroup:
Aungier - Men's underpants and socks (various sizes)
Brennan - Toilitries (small portions)
Conlon - Small plastic combs and men's handkerchiefs
Green - Packets of playing cards and puzzle books
Lacey - Inexpensive wallets (from the $2 shop or Woolworths)
O'Connor - Small writing pads and pens
Quinn - Small packets of lollies
Tevlin - An environmentally friendly shopping bag to put the gifts in
Geraldine Cullen - Social Justice Coordinator
Performing Arts and Drama
Year 12 and 10 students were privileged to have attended the 'Use and Misuse of Language' Event at the Bond Pavilion Theatre last Tuesday evening. Jackie Loeb, Larry Buttrose, Emma Buzo and Roy Masters engaged in an excellent discourse on the nature of the use of language in Australia. Highlights were the discussion of the use of the apostrophe, yes the apostrophe!!, Jackie Loeb's outstanding satircal song and Roy Masters' re-collection of the use of language in football, and especially the tautology of Rex Mossop and Barry Ross. The event really helped the boys engage with their learning and we are aiming to have Emma Buzo and her performers at the College next February.
Production Crew members were issued with their new kit for 09/10 and all looked very 'swish'.
This week sees the re-commencement of work on 'Purple People Eater' and 'Shout!' for the Presentation Evening. It's important that every boy involved attend the rehearsals so that costumes may be organized and the pieces re-worked for the Bayside venue at Darling Harbour - an exciting encore to the Shout!
Also by the time we go to print St Anthony's Primary School will have seen our Year 10s perform their Childrens' Theatre on Wednesday.
Don't forget our Year 9s perform on Thursday 19 November in what will be our Christmas/end of Year event!
Meanwhile over 9 theatre and dance groups will be using the venue in the coming weeks for their end of Year presentations - a busy time indeed for our band of theatre techs!
As always, we look forward to seeing you at one of the productions in the coming weeks.
Patrick O'Shea - HOD Drama
Maths Dept
Problem of the Week
Steven spent half of his money at the movies. After the movies he went to McDonalds and spent half of what was left. He went home with $5. How much did he start with?
Email your solution to growling@waverley.nsw.edu.au or hand in to any member of the Mathematics staff. The first correct solution drawn each week will win a prize. Every correct solution will go into the draw to win a major prize at the end of term. Solution will appear in next week's Nurrunga.
Congratulations to last week's winners Matthew Davies, Jonathon Wong and Charles Bodkin. The correct answer was 27 triangles.
Mothers Club
MOTHERS CLUB - MEETING 18TH NOVEMBER
NEW DATE AND VENUE OWING TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. Our final meeting will be held on WEDNESDAY 18TH NOVEMBER 7.45pm the Skehan Room, The Grange Carrington Road, Waverley
NOT - Tuesday 24th as advertised.
Please come along to enjoy our final meeting of the Year, where we will be discussing New recruits, Year 6 graduation supper, first day 2010 morning tea, clothing pool staff And any business that arises. We need a large attendance for these events to take place
Judy Michael 0413 819 181
Sharon McAfee 0416 123 999
Sports
Last week saw Waverley play Barker College in most sports with some excellent results. The highlight of the weekend being a great victory in the 1sts Basketball 82-60. After a disappointing start to the season the previous week against Trinity Grammar School the Firsts team bounced back always being in control against a spirited Barker outfit. Our 1sts Tennis team continued on their winning way with a solid 5-3 victory - a perfect start to the season! Our Firsts Water Polo team were victorious against Barker 10-6.
Our 1st XI Cricket team are precariously positioned after Day 1 of the 2-day game against Barker College. After dismissing Barker for 154 Waverley are 7-125 in reply - the first hour of play will be very important this weekend!
This week we face the Knox Grammar School in nearly all sports. With many teams traveling to "away" venues PLEASE check the Year Notice boards & College Website carefully and make the necessary arrangements early in the week.
Term Draws
Term draws for Cricket, Basketball, Volleyball, Water Polo and Tennis have been placed on the College Website and copies are available at the Front Office at the College. The weekly draws are placed up around the College no later than Wednesday morning so students can check these for confirmation of the times and venues.
REMINDER : Saturday Absences
When requesting permission to be absent from sport on any weekend it must in writing
14 days before the date of request to the Headmaster. The letter should also include your son's sport, team and coach. There has been a number of very late requests already and this practice is not only against College Policy but extremely unfair on the team in which your son plays in not to mention the inconvenience it causes other teams and coaches in that sport's Year group.
Cricket
1st XI Day 1 Round 2 v Barker
Barker won the toss and elected to bat. A good piece of fielding by Andrew Coles produced a run out with the total on 9, Lloyd Jones then found a glove with a rising delivery for Michael Millett to take the catch. When Aidan Anderson hit middle stump next over the total stood at 3 for 15. A small partnership carried the total to 42 before Jack Wallace struck. Only 2 runs later and Jack Wallace found the edge behind. Barker again fought back and at lunch the score was 5 for 86. After lunch with the total on 92 Lloyd Jones gained the LBW decision. On 93 Aidan Anderson did likewise, then clean bowled the number 7 and hit the pads for more success to have Barker reeling at 9 for 103. However a last wicket stand saw 154 on the board before the final wicket fell. Aidan Anderson was the best of the bowlers with 4 for 48 with Jack Wallace 2 for 28. Waverley began the chase with 35 minutes before tea and the chase started badly when Matthew Pulella edged to the keeper with the total on 1. This was followed with the wicket of Nicholas Stapleton, bowled by a ripper, and after 4 overs the total stood at 2 for 5. A partnership developed between Michael Millett and Jack Wallace but with the score on 38 Jack Wallace was bowled, Daniel Kitto followed with the total on 56 and Michael Millett on the same score. This left Waverley struggling at 5 for 56. Here a good partnership carried the total to 103 before Andrew Coles was caught. Then with the total on 117 Aidan Anderson (48) failed to play a shot and was adjudged LBW. At stumps Waverley sit at 7 for 125 requiring a further 30 runs to take 1st innings points. It will be a very tense first session. Does Waverley have the ability to fight for the win?
AROUND THE GROUNDS
The Waverley 2nd XI chased leather all afternoon at QP. An opening partnership of 185 set the tone and some ill discipline and poor options allowed Barker to get right away scoring 77 in the final 40 minutes to finish at 2 for 264. Peter Stamos toiled hard with his 17 overs but was sadly let down in the field.
The 10A side batted first in the morning on QP 1. Waverley began well with William Patterson getting the scoreboard moving. However wickets fell around him to have Waverley at 2 for 39. The next wicket fell with total on 63. 5 wickets then tumbled for just 21 runs. Gabe Farley and James Healey carried the score to 134 before the final wicket fell. William Patterson (46), Gabe Farley (24) and James Healy (25) were the best with the bat. Waverley then had an hour at the Barker batsmen. William Patterson gained the breakthrough with the score on 17. At stumps Barker finished the day at 1 for 31. A game in the balance for the team that wants to win the most.
The 9A side had Barker on the ropes at 6 for 60; however a rear guard action carried the total to 181 before the final wicket fell. The wickets were shared around between Will Eaton, Sean Farmer, Nicholas Hardie, Darby Murphy and Sam Fassos.
Mr. J. Boyd - MIC/1ST XI Coach
Tennis
The second round of the CAS against Barker College last Saturday was a display of excellent tennis from both teams. Matches with Barker are played on their hardcourts rather than the usual synthetic grass. This is preferable as it means faster tennis balls and ease of balance and grip for the players.
Solid tennis from Waverley's firsts seized a well deserved victory, while the seconds fought hard but were eventually defeated.
Will Veron and Maxime Moffroid paired up to win a set in doubles. Will then utilized his full repertoire against the number 1 of Barker, tenaciously winning his set in a tiebreak. Max fought hard, the hardcourt's grip aiding his already exceptional court-coverage, but went down 3-6.
Both doubles sets were won by Ryhs Beccaris and David Buckland with an impressive 7-5, 6-1 score. Ryhs then won his singles 6-2, neutralizing his opponent's lethal backhand with excellent plays. David was defeated 2-6, his opponent's phenomenal kick serve amplified by the hardcourt.
The opening pair in the seconds, Anthony O'Rourke and Alex Gallego, narrowly lost their first doubles set 5-7, only to powerfully seize the second 6-1. Anthony, his serve securing 7 aces in his singles, was just defeated 5-7. Alex played well, but a strong opponent resulted in a 2-6 loss.
Mikhail Tkatchenko and Kevin Han lost both doubles sets but contested them resolutely. Mikhail then battled out his singles, only to grudgingly admit defeat. Kevin put up a huge fight, his consistency and determination unsettling his opponent, but reluctantly conceded a 5-7 loss.
Waverley's firsts secured a 5 sets to 3 win over Barker in an outstanding display of tennis. The seconds were unfortunately defeated, three of the sets just being lost 5-7.
The firsts are focused on achieving another victory next week against Knox, while the seconds are determined to seize one of their own.
Anthony O'Rourke - Captain of Tennis
Basketball
Last weekend the Year 8 and the Opens teams travelled to the Brick-pit in Thornleigh to player Barker. The 1sts had a morale boosting victory, 82 - 60 infront of a vocal supporting Barker crowd. The first quarter was much improved in comparison to last week's efforts against Trinity and at half time the scores were even at 40-all, with both teams playing a physical game. During the third quarter, the 1sts were able to establish a small lead on which they built some momentum. Gradually, the points started flowing from some solid defence and great teamwork. Alex Overs top scored with 33 points, and David Layhe banked some 3-pointers. Overall, the team worked well and made the necessary commitment to win the game.
The 2nds suffered another disappointing loss 29 - 50. The first half was very even with both teams playing to their strengths. Unfortunately, the second half was very ordinary with the team unable to get the ball over half way, due to some solid Barker defence. Despite this, the team played a tough game and remained composed. Their efforts were worthy and I'm sure a victory is close by.
This weeks games are against Knox. This will again be a testing weekend; especially for the Opens teams as all Year 12 students will be away on Retreat from Wednesday until Friday.
Mr R Chen - MIC Basketball
Swimming
The swim team competed at the St Aloysius swim carnival on Friday night under the glorious Harbour Bridge. The Waverley team was in full force with a number of swimmers placing throughout the night. Notable performances were by Carmen Harkins, Daniel Leech, Jesse Johnston. The team came in third place, congratulations to all the swimmers. There are seven sessions available for the students to train this term, I encourage the students to do as many they can.
Michael Webb - MIC Swimming
Parents and Friends
P&F AGM Tues 10 Nov
Due to renovations in the Junior School, the P&F Annual General Meeting will be held in the Skehan Room (in the building off Carrington Rd in which Mrs Brisbys is located, near the old gates) on Tues 10 Nov at 7.45pm.
Matters for the meeting include:
- P&F Constitution Amendments (as per previous meetings and as per the P&F home page) to be put forward for adoption.
- Bro Leary's final Headmaster's Report
- Retirement of long standing executive Gerard Taylor and election of office bearers.
- Discussion re Parents Function for next Year.
- Discussion for commemorative pin for 100th May Procession next Year.
- Responses to the "Friends of Waverley" initiative.
Refreshments will be served after the meeting. All parents invited to this to bid farewell to Br. Leary at his last P&F meeting for the College and to thank Gerard Taylor for his long and valued service to the P & F. Any other matters to be considered for the meeting agenda to be submitted to the President c/- Senior School Office at least 10 days before the meeting.
John Wakim - President, P&F
Waverley Staff members support MS
Last weekend five staff members participated in the gruelling 90km long Sydney to Wollongong bike ride. The riders consisted of R Chen, S Kearney, R Loane , B Thompson and J Zverina. Actual riding taken was 3 hours, 15 min (complete time for the Sydney to QueueNgong was 4 hours 15m). A total of $1474 was raised for the MS Socsiety. The event was enjoyed by all, albeit there were some stiff muscles the next day!
Careers
STE Apprenticeships
Click here to download information about STE Apprenticeships
Become a Commercial Pilot!
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106185
Brindabella Flight Training at Canberra Airport offers students a level of experience unavailable at many airports, with 2 large jet-capable runways, an Instrument Landing System & all other Navigation Aid systems & services in international use.
SCU Osteopathy
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106180
Budding osteopaths wanting to train in the fastest growing allied health profession in Australia can now enrol at Southern Cross University's Lismore campus, the only provider outside Melbourne. The 5 Year program will accept enrolments in 2010.
Alternative Entry at Macquarie
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106184
The Macquarie Non-Award Program allows students to study individual subjects without the restriction of a degree. The program is suitable for students looking for an alternative pathway into a Bachelor degree program. Applications close 22 January.
Cookery Apprenticeships
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Calendar3.asp?ID=3238
ATEL Group Training has 30 x Commercial Cookery Apprenticeships available in some of Sydney's most iconic and respected restaurants! Apply now!
Ag Camp
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Calendar3.asp?ID=3234
Senior Ag Camp offered by the University of Sydney introduces students to the various disciplines taught in the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. 20-22 November. Apply now.
UTS Advisory Day
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106205
Advisory Day at the University of Technology Sydney on 5 January is your last chance to visit the UTS City Campus and speak to lecturers, staff and students before final preferences are due at midnight on 6 January.
ANU Advisory Days
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106204
The Australian National University invites prospective students to discuss tertiary education options with ANU staff at Advisory Days in Melbourne (16/12) Canberra (17/12) and Sydney (18/12).
Music Studies
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106203
The Australian International Conservatorium of Music offers a Diploma and Bachelor of Music (Performance) with music/voice studies in Jazz, Classical or Contemporary performance. Sydney Open Day: 7 November. Registrations required.
UNE Campus Tours
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106202
The University of New England offers campus tours at any time of the Year to prospective students. Group tours for 2010 prospective students will be held throughout December and January. Bookings required.
ADFA Education Award
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106197
The ADFA Education Award is presented annually to Yr 12 students in recognition of outstanding achievement exhibited during the recruiting process for entry to ADFA. No obligation to enter ADFA. Applications close 31/12 in the Year you complete Yr 11.
Pre Trade Courses
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106201
Alliance People Solutions run pre trade courses throughout NSW/ACT in conjunction with TAFE that might help you get an apprenticeship, traineeship or employment.
UTS Info Evenings
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106199
The University of Technology Sydney invites prospective students in Yr 12 & their families to Info Sessions at Kuring-gai Campus on 17 November & City Campus on 2 or 3 December. Registrations required.
Budding Film-makers!
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106193
Metro Screen is looking for first-time filmmakers with drive, ambition and the commitment to produce a short screen project. Sydney Info Session: 11 November. Applications close 1 February 2010. Cert IV (Screen & Media) Info Session: 24 November.
ACU Info Sessions
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106195
Prospective students can discuss their 2010 study options at the Australian Catholic University at Information Sessions in December: Strathfield (17/12) Nth Sydney (18/12).
Complete your HSC at Randwick Vocational College!
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106192
If you are interested in doing your HSC and gaining TAFE qualifications at the same time, Randwick Vocational College is for you! Info Session: 11 November.
Computer Games Industry
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106190
The Academy of Interactive Entertainment offers vocational training in Computer Game Development (Animation and Programming) and 3D Animation for Screen. Info Sessions: Sydney (14/11)). Registrations required.
Travel & Tourism
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106189
Looking for a fun and exciting career in travel & tourism without needing an ATAR? AFTA Travel & Tourism College NSW hold regular Open Days where you can learn about work opportunities in a travel agency, airline, tour operator or cruise company.
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