Nurrunga Online Vol 33 No 32
In this issue:
- From the Headmaster
- From the Junior School
- Deputy Headmaster (Curriculum)
- Performing Arts and Drama
- Mathematics
- Mrs Brisby's
- Sports
- Mothers Club
- Careers
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From the Headmaster
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE LUCKY?
Lucky people tend to be more outgoing and friendly, less anxious, and more open to new experiences. Lucky people enjoy new opportunities and look for them. They usually find them too.
A professor carried out a simple experiment to discover why.
Both lucky and unlucky people were given a newspaper, and asked to look through it and add up how many photographs were inside. The professor had secretly placed a large message halfway through the newspaper saying: "Tell the experimenter you have seen this ad and win $250."
This message took up half of the page. It was staring everyone straight in the face, but the unlucky people tended to miss it because they were too busy looking for the photographs and the lucky people tended to spot it because they are always on the look-out for opportunities.
Unlucky people are generally more anxious than lucky people, and they miss opportunities because they are too focused on looking for something else. Too often, they have tunnel vision.
They spend time looking for a perfect job and miss opportunities to learn new skills. They won't go out because their hair isn't perfect so they miss out on having a good time and making new friends. They waste their time so they miss out on reaching their potential.
Most lucky people create their own good luck. They see what is there rather than just what they are looking for.
TIPS FOR GETTING LUCKY
- Be open to new experiences and breaking out of your normal routine
- Spend a few moments each day remembering things that went well
- Visualise yourself being lucky before an important test or telephone call. Luck is very often a self-fulfilling prophecy
- Be nice to everyone you meet. You never know who will be a new friend
- Expect things to go well and often they will
- Do the things you are meant to do so when the day of reckoning arrives, you are ready.
Source: Principals Digest
From the Junior School
Despite the weather all the Year 5 boys had a wonderful experience at camp last week. All the reports that I received from all the staff involved in the camp was the behaviour of all the students was impeccable. They got involved in all the activities and supported each other with positive comments. Well done gentlemen once again you have done Waverley College proud. Special thanks to all the teachers involved for giving up very valuable time to ensure the bys had a great experience.
Tuesday night saw a large number of boys involved in the Junior School Music Recital. It was a wonderful opportunity to see and hear the many talents of our wonderful students. Once again a special thank you to Mrs Rollins for her efforts in ensuring a night of high quality performances.
The Mothers Club is still looking for parents from Year 5 to assist on the night of the Year 6 Graduation. If you can spare a couple of hours on Wednesday November 26 please contact Mrs Coupe on 9387 5022.
Last term we held our annual walkathon. With most of the money collected the Junior School students have raised an amazing $29000 - a fantastic effort. Once the final money has been collected we will publish the top fund raisers. Each of the charities we sponsor through our walkathon will be receiving a cheque for around $7000 each which I'm sure will come in very handy this time of year.
Year 6 conclude their Personal Development programme with Interrelate this week. As I mentioned a couple of weeks ago the maturity displayed by the boys in their discussion has being a credit to the school. Both presenters Sally and Tiffany are constantly telling me how polite and thoughtful our students are during these lessons. Year 5 start their program next week.
Year 6 have finished their end of year exams and Year 5 are well into theirs. If I can remind both parents and students that school doesn't finish with the exams. The boys will continue to work right to the last week of school. There will be a number of students from both years missing out on excursions because of work not completed or poor behaviour in class.
As the end of the year approaches I would like to remind our Junior students on the policy on hair styles. If you are unsure please read page 21 of the school diary for clarification. I will not be allowing boys with inappropriate hair styles to go on any school excursions.
Mr Anthony Banboukjian (Director - Junior School)
From the Deputy Headmaster (Curriculum)
STUDY SKILLS TIP FOR NOVEMBER
Every now and then you might hear students ask their teacher 'what is the best way to study?' There is a very short answer to this - there is no best way! An important lesson for students to learn is that everyone learns in different ways, everyone has different approaches and preferences, and what works well for one person may not work well for another. This truth applies to all aspects of effective learning - time management, research skills, writing skills and so on. There are certainly good techniques and strategies available in all of these areas, and also approaches that work well for the majority of students; however it is essential that all students try different techniques to see what works best for them. Your preferences could also change over time, so it makes sense to at least once a year stop and reflect on your approach to your schoolwork, what did you do, what worked, what didn't, what should you change, what should you keep, what new things could you try. This is what 'metacognition' is all about. It means taking the time to try and understand more about the process of learning and your role as a learner. Students who take a metacognitive approach to their learning definitely improve their results much more than those who do not.
Find out more about this topic in this month's podcast on the Online Study Skills Handbook. Lots of new multimedia added again this month, and for those students finishing school this year and heading to Tafe or University in the future, click on the "extra units" drop down menu and work through the unit on note-taking skills for university lectures.
It is also the time of year when the study skills handbook is evaluated. You will see a link on the home page where you have an opportunity to share your thoughts or suggest other features or content you'd like covered.
Our school's subscription details to this online study skills website is through the link on the College website.
- User name: forwaverleycollegeonly
- Password: 94strive
Ms D Grigson - DHM Curriculum
Performing Arts and Drama
St Anthony's Primary School and Waverley College came together for the Childrens' Theatre presentation as Year 3 and 4 watched Year 10 perform last Wednesday. It was encouraging to see the enthusiasm of Year 10 and the joy of the younger students as poetry was brought to life! Thanks to Ms Sutton-Pryce for her great work here and to Mr Roberts for videoing of the event!
This week sees, apart from normal Drama and Music preparation for the end of year the following events:
The Junior School Music Festival on Tuesday night at 6 pm
The Back to Waverley Luncheon in the PAC Foyer
'Danceability' performing in the PAC Theatre on Wednesday evening
'Shout! rehearsals continuing on Thursday
Great news for next year also confirmed this week. The Alex Buzo Company will be presenting 'Norm and Ahmed: Up Close and Personal' in the PAC Theatre on 15 February from 8.30 a.m. onwards, featuring Emma Buzo, Laurence Coy and Craig Meneaud. This is tremendous news for our Senior boys as this workshop is led by the playwright's daughter and 'Norm and Ahmed' is their compulsory text for 2010 HSC Drama - an engaging and value adding event for their HSC!!
As we draw towards the end of the year I am exceptionally pleased to reflect on the curriculum, assessment, performance opportunities and 'external' performing arts events happening in and around the PAC and above all the generosity of spirit and time of our performing arts staff in music and drama. With this in mind I'd like to include one quote for the year!!
'Children need to go to the theatre as much as they need to run about in the fresh air. They need to hear real music played by real musicians on real instruments as much as they need food and drink. They need to read and listen to proper stories as much as they need to be loved and cared for. The difficulty with persuading grown-up people about this is that if you deprive children of shelter and kindness and food and drink and exercise they die visibly, whereas if you deprive them of art and music and story and theatre, they perish on the inside, and their starvation doesn't show.
When we are adults, and if we're lucky enough to have developed the habit, we can find our own ways to plays and operas; but children can't do it on their own. They need to be taken. They need to be helped to find their way into the experience by people who've been there before, and who can tell them something about it and excite their curiosity.'
Philip Pullman (2004) - Author of 'The Golden Compass'
Hopefully, in our own small way, we are fulfilling Philip Pullman's challenge at the College.
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
If it takes 5 minutes to make one cut, how long will it take to cut two 7 metre poles into 10 pieces each?
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 Emmanuel Cordato, Dylan Deep-Jones and Christian Know. The correct answer was $20.
Mrs Brisby's
It is time to order Waverley College Blazers. This includes the Senior Blazer and the new Blazer for students in years 7 - 10.
All students must be measured for their 2010 blazers by Wednesday 25th November 2009, to enable us to place our orders for 2010. We cannot guarantee supply of blazers to any student who has not been measured and placed an order, as we do not carry excess stock.
Please have your sons visit the Uniform Shop as soon as possible to be measured.
Sports
Last week saw Waverley play Knox Grammar School in most sports with some very competitive games contested. The highlights of the weekend included the Firsts Tennis Team making it 3 wins from 3 matches accounting for the dangerous Knox team 6-2 - a great start to the season! While our 1sts Basketball team followed up on their good win last weekend to deliver a 69-58 victory. Our 1st XI Cricket team finished the weekend on a good note by collecting first innings points in a close contest at Barker.
This week we face the St.Aloysius' College 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
Day 2 1st XI V Barker
The scene was set for a tense finish to the 1st innings with Barker requiring 3 wickets and Waverley 30 runs. Only 1 run had been added when Ryan Faulkner-Hogg became frustrated with some tight bowling and played a very loose shot to be caught behind. This saw Matthew William-Spooner stride to the crease. Over the next hour and fifteen minutes of tight bowling and Barker pressure he and Thomas Wakim crept slowly towards the 155 required for the win. A scare went through the camp when Thomas Wakim edged to slip only to see the chance grassed, much to the relief of the Waverley team and supporters. Matthew William-Spooner was on strike with the total on 152. The delivery was full and met with the full bat in the direction of extra cover. The fieldsman dived and managed to get a hand on the ball but to no avail. The ball continued on its path to register a boundary and a 1st innings win to Waverley. Both boys had completed a mind sapping innings of dogged determination and the broad smile on both faces in the change room was a delight for all. The declaration saw Barker face 3 overs before lunch. They survived and after the lunch break they lost 3 wickets in totaling 168. Waverley missed a few chances but the batting was solid. The declaration left Waverley 90 minutes to either score 166 for outright points or to play out time for a draw. The plan was to have a look at the total at the end of the 10 over and reassess the position. At the end of the 10 over the decision was survive, if we were good enough. The 1st 10 overs were a disaster with the loss of 5 wickets. Stapleton went for 4 followed by Pulella 1, Millett and Kitto 0 and Anderson 4. This left 55 minutes to keep the 6 points. Jack Wallace and Andrew Coles steadied the ship and carried the total to 54. Off the last ball of the game, with victory assured, Jack Wallace attempted to launch the ball towards the 5pm to Gosford only to sky the ball and be caught. It was a good lesson for the Waverley team, many of whom couldn't see the point of us having to bat the 2nd time. The game is not over until the umpires pull stumps and thankfully in this case Waverley held the points at the time. This week see's a top of the table clash against Knox at Queens Park.
AROUND THE GROUNDS
The 2nd XI had a big run chase at QP 1. Chasing a total of 265 Waverley looked good at 2 for 82 with Sam Law on 38 however wickets began to tumble and with just 10 minutes left on the clock and the total on 185, Jack Rains was adjudged lbw giving Barker the win. The 3rd XI went down to a strong Knox team who totaled 180 for the loss of only 4 wickets. In the run chase Waverley could only manage 80 with Mitchell Clarke again producing with a solid 40 following on his 82 from last game. The 10A's had set a total of 134 on day 1 which proved to be not quite enough. Barker passed the total 8 wickets down. William Patterson 2 for 29, Jack Whitaker 3 for 40 and Nathan Burt 3 for 22 almost did the job. Again some dropped catches proved costly. The 10B's chased leather as Knox totaled 3 for 313. Waverley could only manage 135 in reply. The 9A's looked home for all money at 2 for 170 chasing 181. Will Eaton score 70 on top of the 82 from last game and Harry Pepper made 50. The lost of these two wickets triggered a collapse and Waverley was bowled out for 175 giving Barker victory. The 9D's posted a total of 5 for 131 and restricted Knox to 5 for 75 for a victory.
Mr. J. Boyd - MIC/1ST XI Coach
Basketball
Last weekend, the College hosted games against Knox Grammar. This was going to be a difficult weekend, with all Year 12 students away on Retreat from Wednesday. The 2nds played an exciting game of basketball and lead into the half-time break. The difficulties that the team experienced last week against Barker's 'press' were overcome, and the team looked composed. During the second half, Knox clawed back the deficit and obtained a one-point margin. With less than 2 seconds on the clock, James Sekhas was fouled and went to the free-throw line. The scene was set. James had to make one basket to tie and two to win the game! Unfortunately, the Knox 2nd V were victorious 29 - 30, but it was a most exciting game.
The 1sts are currently on a roll - and we hope they remain there! After watching the 2nds and their loss, the 1sts had a game plan. As such, it didn't go to plan and the Knox team rolled out four unanswered baskets in the first two minutes of the game. An urgent time-out was ordered, which helped to steady the nerves. From this point forward, the team played to their strengths and game plan, and went about controlling the tempo of the game. At half-time, the battle was even, with Waverley holding a one-point buffer 38 - 37. From the in-bound of the third quarter, the Waverley 1sts had a mission. It was their third quarter defence that allowed the team to open up a sizable lead, and this improved as the match continued. Alex Overs was again the top scorer with 35 points, ably assisted by Oskars Graudins with 10 points. Benjamin Michael was strong in defence, with his 'don't argue' attitude. Callum O'Callaghan steadied the team and ran the plays, while Steven Krastev and Aaron Taylor lifted from the bench. The 1sts won 69 - 58.
The 1sts and 2nds will be hosting the final two rounds of the first half of the CAS season in the Brother Lacey Gymnasium. All support for both teams would be greatly appreciated - especially as the 1sts look as if they could challenge for the title.
Mr R Chen - MIC Basketball
Cycling
The first week of the season proved to be a preview of the Homebush course, hosted by Barker. This may put us in good stead next season depending on scheduling. The disappointing news was that Abbotsleigh were unable to join the competition this term, but they are hopeful this can be managed in Term 1 next year.
The first contested Meet of the season was held at our home course of Heffron Park, and was enthusiastically contested. Waverley placed second over Riverview, lead strongly by Division 1 and 2 riders with some great performances. However, Knox Grammar proved to be a real handful and won the Meet. Many thanks to the parents who were able to marshal that morning; your help is much appreciated.
The second Meet for the Term 4 season was held at Riverview and the story was repeated somewhat. The boys competed fairly and enthusiastically, and had some very good results. The second and third places were very close going into the Team races, but Waverley were just behind Knox in this section to be in a good position going into the Slalom. Even results in the Slalom saw Knox in front once again, followed by Waverley and then St. Ignatius.
The next Meet is held at St. Ives Showground on Knox's home track and everyone is aware that it will be difficult to maintain our current position on that track for the next two weeks.
Mr. Peter Auer - MIC Cycling
Water Polo
This week was the first round of CAS/GPS Competition for Water Polo with all teams playing Riverview. The 16B's started the day and put in a great team effort. James Munro played an outstanding game in goals despite the score line and Phoenix Wynyard made some good plays throughout the game.
The 16A's were next on the board and played an outstanding game against a strong Riverview side. Goals were defended by James Munro in his debut and Jake Rutherford the team's Centre Forward. Jesse Johnston made a great start to the game getting an extra man off the swim-up. Sam Negus and Matt Serhon demonstrated their skill in the game with some great shots and plays. The team made a strong finish and came away with a 6-4 win, surprisingly after a mistake on the scoreboard.
Both the 1sts and 2nds were up against some of the strongest competition that will be faced this season, Riverview, the team to beat. All the boys put in a great effort and congratulations to Christian Muravolgyi who scored his first goal from almost half-way in the 2nds. Nick Brbot the team captain again performed with skill and strength. Tim Brydon the 1sts goalie made some great saves however the opposition was too strong for our boys this week and Waverley went down 13-5.
The 14A's and 14B's were the last teams to play and showed their enthusiasm and talent in the games with a good effort by Charlie Bodkin, Angus Cocks and Alan Tsibulya. Goalie Ryan Monaghan also played a great game.
ATTENTION : AGM 17th November at PAC 6.30pm all parents welcome. Followed by NZ Tour Meeting at 7.30pm for both parents and students.
Ms C.Feain - MIC Water Polo
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
Careers
Kickstart Apprenticeships
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106167
A new government-funded Apprenticeship program will support up to 21,000 young Australians entering traditional trades this summer after a recent report showing people starting trade apprenticeships had dropped by more than 10 000 in the past year.
Reserve Bank Traineeships
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Calendar3.asp?ID=3182
The Reserve Bank of Australia is offering 12 month traineeships in Business Administration & Information Technology to Year 12 school leavers to commence March 2010 in Sydney. Applications open early November.
Geographic Info Systems Bursaries
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106170
The Geospatial Information & Technology Association of Australia and New Zealand offer Bursaries valued at $5,000 over 3 years to students entering tertiary studies in Geospatial Data & Location-Aware Technologies.
Julius Media Open Day
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106174
Julius Media specialises in Entertainment Technical training from Certificate IV to Advanced Diploma level. Degree pathway available. An Open Day & Career Talk will be held in Sydney on 14 November. Bookings essential.
New Macquarie University Hospital
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106183
Macquarie University Hospital opening in 2010 will be Australia's first campus-based university hospital & will support the advancement of future leaders of the medical profession in an integrated program of research, scholarship and clinical care.
Airline Pilot Career Workshops
Post Link: http://www.careercentral.edu.au/Postings3.asp?ID=106177
Basair's Airline Pilot Career Workshops are an ideal way for you to find out if a career in aviation is for you! Workshops include 2 hrs of flying training & ½ hr simulator instruction. Bankstown/Cessnock Airport: 19-20 January 2010.
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 Sydney (18/12).
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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