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UPCOMING
EVENTS
WEEK 5A
Tuesday March 3&4– Grade 7
New Beginnings Rotation 2
Thursday March 5 – Austins
Ferry Campus Open Day
VET Information Evening @GYC
Junior School Captain Harry Fisher addressing the Junior School Commissioning
Assembly
Friday March 6 – Senior School
Formal Photos
WEEK 6B
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
MR DAMIAN MESSER
“Overcoming the "globalization of indifference"
requires "a heart which is firm and merciful,
attentive and generous". It calls for "a poor heart,
one which realizes its own poverty and gives itself
freely for others".
Monday March 9 – Labour Day
Public Holiday
Tuesday March 10&11– Grade 7
New Beginnings Rotation 3
SSATIS Swimming Carnival,
Hobart Aquatic Centre
Friday March 13 – STCPSSA
Swimming Carnival, Hobart
Aquatic Centre
Taken from Pope Francis' English message for Lent, dedicated to the
theme: "Make your hearts firm", taken from the Letter of James (5:8)”
Please visit the College website
www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au to
download the calendar
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Strong Hearts Overcome Indifference
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Lent is a time of renewal for the whole Church, for each community and every believer. Above all it is a “time of grace” (2
Cor 6:2). God does not ask of us anything that he himself has not first given us. “We love because he first has loved us” (1 Jn
4:19). He is not aloof from us. Each one of us has a place in his heart. He knows us by name, he cares for us and he seeks us
out whenever we turn away from him. He is interested in each of us; his love does not allow him to be indifferent to what
happens to us….. Pope Francis' English message for Lent, released on Tuesday, 27 January [2015],
Lent is a time when we seek the personal assurance of our loving God that we are on the right track. It is a time to listen to
the voice within, whilst also looking outside of ourselves and reaching out to others. The entire Season of Lent offers the
opportunity through prayer to experience God’s guiding light so that love and peace may be the enduring themes within our
lives. In doing so we ensure that our strong hearts will overcome indifference.
Around the College this past week I have had numerous opportunities to see and experience this first hand. It was evident
in the solemn way in which all members of our community engaged in the Ash Wednesday liturgy. It is evident within the
nervous smiles and joyful enthusiasm of our Grade 7s as they reach out to others as part of their ‘New Beginnings’ transition
experience. It is at the heart of our EREA Renewal Assembly this week where we pray that our deeds, not words alone will
build in our boys "a heart which is firm and merciful, attentive and generous".
May our hearts be challenged this Lent so that we may truly rejoice in the blessings that Easter brings.
Renewal Assembly & House Reps Commissioning
Tomorrow is our EREA Renewal Assembly where we celebrate our Accreditation as a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice
tradition. I look forward to welcoming the Executive Director, Dr Wayne Tinsey, Director of Regional Support, Mr Paul
Williams and TCEO Director, Mr John Mula to this significant event.
At this ceremony we will also commission House Representatives from both the Austins Ferry and Junior School campuses.
Congratulations to the following boys on their appointments.
Doyle
Grade 9
Grade 8
Junior School House Captain
Vice-Captain
Tyler Morris
Steven Roach
Ryan Borsboom
Baker Smith
Dwyer
Grade 9
Grade 8
Junior School House Captain
Vice-Captain
Lachlan Gadomski
Liam Watling
Joe McShane
Thomas Rasmussen
Hessian
Grade 9
Grade 8
Junior School House Captain
Vice-Captain
Ben Donnelly
Harry Bodnar
Jake Cresswell
Fletcher Loveless
Joyce
Grade 9
Grade 8
Junior School House Captain
Vice-Captain
Tom Morgan
Thomas Vinen
Samuel Smith
Christopher Smith
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A reminder that this is a formal uniform day.
Open Day
Next Thursday March 5 is Open Day at the Austins Ferry campus. It is a wonderful opportunity to see and experience the
boys and their teachers engaged in the learning and teaching ‘business’! I look forward to meeting current and new families
who would like to have a look around the campus.
Enrolments
If you know anyone who is thinking of sending their son to St Virgil’s, please encourage them to lodge their enrolment
form. Enrolments for Grade 7 2016 close on Friday April 24. Recommendations from you are our strongest advertisement!
Combined P&F AGM- March 18
The Parents & Friends Committee at both campuses do a wonderful job in supporting our College and raising valuable
funds. I encourage anyone who is interested in joining the Parents & Friends to complete a nominations form which is
attached to this newsletter.
New Parent Evening
Thank you to all the new parents who were able to attend the evening at Austins Ferry last Thursday night. It was a great
opportunity for parents to meet their son’s teachers and receive further information around Pastoral Care, Assessment and
Reporting, iPads, Grade 7 Events and Parents & Friends information. Thank you to the P&F Committee for supplying supper
at the end of the evening.
Junior School
I encourage all Junior School parents who are available, to attend the P&F Welcome BBQ being held tonight at Patrick
Street. Once again, this is a wonderful chance for parents to meet each other and meet their son’s teachers.
New Beginnings
This week our New Beginnings programme began for our Grade 7 students. Over the course of four weeks the students
participate in Spiritual, Relational and Service Journeys and an Outdoor Experience on both the Austins Ferry and Junior
School campuses and also off site. I thank the boys for their excellent behaviour and enthusiastic contribution to the start of
this programme.
Junior School Swimming Carnival
Well done to all the boys involved today. It was great to see the lively House spirit with cheering and support. All boys tried
their best, which contributed to a wonderful House day.
In the spirit of Blessed Edmund.
Damian Messer
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DEPUTY PRINCIPAL
Touchstones of the EREA
Charter
MR TERRY BLIZZARD
“Please be aware that next Friday, March 6
is Formal Photo day at Austins Ferry.
Formal Uniform is required for this day”.
Liberating Education
For the Calendar
Please be aware that next Friday, March 6 is Formal Photo day at Austins Ferry.
Formal Uniform is required for this day. Any problems or concerns can be directed
to me.
We 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.
Leadership
As a College we work to help our boys develop into fine young men and in the
start to the year we have seen what boys can become when given a chance. The
newly commissioned Grade 10 Leaders and the Grade 10 Peer Support Leaders
have been charged with setting a tone of support in the school and to date they
have done a wonderful job.
The leadership shown by these young men has been exceptional and I would like
to pay tribute to each of them. We could not wish for better role models, and I
must say that the Grade 7s are very fortunate to have such fine mentors.
Homework: Study, Organisation and Planning
As problematic as it can be for some families, there are a number of key benefits in
doing homework including reinforcing class work and the development of selfdiscipline, organisational skills and personal responsibility.
Parents may find it hard to believe but organisation does not necessarily come
naturally to many boys! Even though at school we tell the boys that there is never
a time when there is nothing to be done at home, many boys often quite honestly
believe that they have no homework. Many parents tell me that their sons claim
not to have any homework – this is not the case!
For many boys the key is in understanding the difference between homework and
study. There is always study to be done, however many boys don’t know how or
why. Study helps in the retention of information whilst homework reinforces
learning.
When your son says ‘I don’t have any homework’ parents should always encourage
them to do the following two activities: Re-read and/or re-write class notes in a more organised way in things such
as planners, on their iPad, note taking cards for example.
Summarise the things they learnt that day into dot points.
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Gospel Spirituality
We invite all people into the story of
Jesus and strive to make his message of
compassion, justice and peace a living
reality within our community.
Inclusive Community
Our community is accepting and
welcoming, fostering right relationships
and committed to the common good.
Justice and Solidarity
We are committed to justice and peace
for all, grounded in a spirituality of
action and reflection that calls us to
stand in solidarity with those who are
marginalised and the Earth itself.
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Study such as this is something that should be done regularly (each day) because, as we tell the boys, it is surprising how
quickly we forget things! Studies have suggested that:
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A good part of what a person forgets takes place within 20 minutes of initially learning it.
Within one hour a student forgets nearly half of what was originally learned.
After 24 hours, almost two thirds of the previous learned material is forgotten.
Further studies show that re-learning material (studying as outlined above) is crucial in retaining information and suggest
that after five repetitions (of study activities) we can retain 95% of what we learnt.
Much can be gained by boys when reviewing and rewriting their class notes into a more organised and neat manner, and
things such as cue cards, which are available from any office supply store, are great for this. Boys also need to organise the
following day or the remainder of the week as well, i.e. do they have all the required books and notes, and are there
assessment items due, and so on. We continue to try to help boys with their organisation and planning and we encourage
parents to help their sons to understand the importance of study.
Over the coming weeks we will be working on this information with all Year levels in an attempt to assist them.
COLLEGE MINISTER
BR PETER FLINT
I occasionally do an internet wander into ‘Pinterest’ where I find the occasional great statement - like the following.
During Lent we can be told we are sinners and need to repent, but I’m not comfortable with that. I try to be a decent
human being and make the mistakes that go with being human. I’m not sure these make me a sinner.
The following quote spoke to me, and I’d like the boys to get the message within it. I know not the author.
You fall, you rise, you make mistakes
You live, you learn to breathe,
You live, you learn.
You’re human, not perfect.
You’ve been hurt, but you’re alive.
Think of what a precious thing it is to be alive to breathe, to think, to enjoy, and to chase and to love.
Sometimes there is sadness in our journey.
but there can also be lots of love and beauty.
We must keep putting one foot in front of the other, even when we hurt.
For we will never know what is waiting for us just around the corner .
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JUNIOR SCHOOL
MR ANDREW PINELLI, HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
Inclusive Community
Our community is accepting and welcoming, fostering right relationships and
committed to the common good.
Edmund Rice Education Australia Touchstone
The boys who attend St Virgil’s College are indeed very lucky and fortunate. Parents
have entrusted their son’s to the College during some of their most formative years.
Now that the academic year is close to being in full swing, many other opportunities are
being afforded the boys. Yes, many of these opportunities are heavily reliant upon
parents assisting their own son with equipment and transport but also in critical roles
like coaching and managing groups. The boys have so many opportunities both in the
classroom, in the performance hall or on a sporting field. We all need to challenge our
boys to try a variety and range of activities to see where their skill and/or interest may
lie. Specialising in just one activity, no matter what it is, at a young age is probably not
recommended. Taking up the opportunity to join in a range of activities with class or
school mates in both competitive or friendly competition is yet another way to start to
form long term friendships that last the test of time.
Assembly
This Friday, Grade 5M will be leading us in the assembly which will commence at 2.30pm in the Junior School Hall. All
parents and friends are invited to join us.
Leaders Commissioning
This week, the Aussie Sports Leaders, Student Representative Council (SRC) and Mini Vinnies leaders were all presented
with their badges of office. A big thank you to all the parents, grandparents and friends who were able to attend our
ceremony in the Hall. All of our guests were then able to share morning tea with their son before everyone went back to
their normal routines.
Green Thumbs
The Green Thumbs boys have been very busy up in the vegie patch over the last couple of weeks. This week they have been
very busy harvesting the crops and also weeding and getting the beds ready for new crops. The fruits of their labour will be
for sale at the P & F welcome BBQ on Thursday evening. Please support this very important endeavour. Also, the green
thumbs boys are still in need of some manure if you are able to access any for the garden beds. Thanking you in
anticipation.
ICC World Cup
Late last year a parent of an Old Virgilian donated tickets for every boy to be a spectator at one of the ICC World Cup games
at Blundstone Arena. The game that we were given tickets for is between Sri Lanka and Scotland on March 11. At the time
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of writing, Sri Lanka could possibly qualify for the quarter finals of the tournament. Further details about this exciting
opportunity will be coming home with the boys very soon.
Sport
This week, all boys should have brought home information about the sport offerings for 2015. All boys are strongly
encouraged to take up at least one of these out of school hours offerings at some time throughout the year. Thank you to
those families who have already returned the form and also offered to assist in coaching and managing roles.
P & F Association
The P & F welcome BBQ is on tonight. We look forward to having our Junior School community getting together especially
after a day of competition at the House Swimming Carnival.
Junior School House Swimming Carnival
Today, all the boys travelled to the Glenorchy Pool for the House Swimming Carnival. We look forward to publishing
results in next week’s edition of the Star.
Parent Volunteers
The College as part of its commitment to community and the integral home-school partnership, welcomes parental
involvement in a wide range of College activities including music, sport, canteen, camps, events, classroom help, tutoring
and fundraising activities. With new legislation for volunteering coming into effect on April 1 it will be essential that all
parents having a ‘Working with Children Card’. These will be required for all community organisations including scouts,
sporting clubs, art, craft and music activities – any activity that brings adults into regular contact with children. More
information about the Working with Children Card (including online applications) can be obtained through the Service
Tasmania Website –
http://www.justice.tas.gov.au/working_with_children/application
More information about the card and the College’s arrangements for management of card requirements will be outlined in
upcoming editions of The Star.
Permission and Information Notes
Many parents and families are active users of the College website and find it full of a wealth of information. This year we
are striving to make even greater use of this resource by placing permission and information notes in the “In The School
Bag” section of the site down the right hand side. We know that sometimes ‘paper’ notes don’t always get home or get out
of your son’s school bag so this will be an invaluable resource for parents/guardians to check so you are even more aware
information that is available.
Calendar Update
Parents and guardians are reminded to subscribe to the College’s online calendar. The great advantage of this is that if
there are necessary changes to dates these changes can be made immediately. Please check the calendar at:
http://www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au/calendar/
Significant, upcoming events are summarised below
February
Week 4B
House Swimming Carnival @ Glenorchy
P & F Welcome BBQ @ 5.30pm
House Captains Commissioning @ 10.30am Senior School Campus
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Week 5A
Grade 5 Camp to Port Arthur
March 4 – 6
Week 6B
ICC Cricket World Cup Match
STCPSSA Swimming Carnival
March 11
March 13
Canteen
Mrs Olga Leon
Friday February 27
Wednesday March 4
Thursday March 5
Friday March 6
No Canteen – School Commissioning
F Kline / D Garlick
C Monks / T Crellin
J McLeod / M Careless
If parents are able to assist please contact the Mrs Olga Leon on 62342440 or oleon@stvirgils.tas.edu.au
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SPORT
ASSISTANT DEPUTY PRI NCIPAL
(MIDDLE YEARS/TRANSI TION)
Please visit the SVC Sport
Website!
MR CAMERON ALEXANDER
New Beginnings
The Grade 7 New Beginnings Programme is a key component of the wider transition
programme to assist our Grade 7 students successfully transition into the St Virgil’s
College community. The programme consists of four, two day programmes that run
over four weeks, with each House group rotating through each activity. The activities
are based around important aspect of your son’s life at the College and provide
opportunities to build strong relationships with fellow students and staff, as well as
build a sense of belonging to their pastoral Care Group, House Group as well as the
College itself. All boys received detailed information this week in their Welfare Lesson
which is included below for families:
All boys received detailed information this week in their Welfare Lesson which is
Grade 7 Camp
Ever sat at your office desk
wondering whether cricket,
tennis or sailing will be on
tonight due to inclement
weather? Or more practically,
where is the Bell St Oval?
The website, accessed from the
front page of the College
website www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au
features a range of informative
features including:

Calendar of events

Fixtures, ladders and
results tabs

Ground locations –
including google maps

Latest news from the
Director of Sport

Sport sign up forms –
for students and parent
helpers/coaches

A Red/Green traffic
light system which
indicates if games are
on or off.

Uniform requirements
for all sports

Photo galleries
out in the field!
from
Please visit the site in the
coming week to sign up for
Term 1 sports such as cricket,
tennis, basketball, mountain
bike riding, rowing and sailing.
For all sport enquiries please
contact the Director of Sport,
Mr
James
Dalton
jdalton@stvirgils.tas.edu.au
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Location
Outdoor
Education
College camp site,
Cliftonvale
Uniform
Appropriate free
dress, please refer
information sent
home
Food
BYO lunch on
Tue. & healthy
snacks. All other
meals provided
Doyle
Dwyer
Hessian
Joyce
Tues. 3 &
Wed. March 4
Outdoor
Education
My Relational
Journey
My Spiritual
Journey
My Service
Journey
My Service
Journey
Tue. – Austins
Ferry
Wed. – Various
Locations off
campus
Tue. - Free dress,
appropriate for
land care work.
Wed. – College
Sports Uniform
Tue. – as per
normal school
day.
Wed. – bring
packed lunch,
healthy snacks
and drink.
Tues. 10 &
Wed. March 11
My Relational
Journey
My Spiritual
Journey
My Service
Journey
Outdoor
Education
My Relational
Journey
Tue. – Hobart City
Wed. –Austins
Ferry
My Spiritual
Journey
Tue. – Austins
Ferry
Wed. –SVC Junior
School
Both days College Sports
Uniform
Both days -Formal
uniform
Tue. – bring
packed lunch,
healthy snacks
and drink.
Wed. – as per
normal school
day.
Tue. – as per
normal school
day.
Wed. – bring
packed lunch,
healthy snacks
and drink.
Tues. 17 &
Wed. March 18
My Spiritual
Journey
My Service
Journey
Outdoor
Education
My Relational
Journey
Time and Space Programmes - Save the Dates!
As published last week the Annual Time and Space Programmes will commence in just under a month. Last week all Grade
9 and 10 families will have received detailed information in the mail regarding their programme and attached to this
edition. Famlies of Grade 7 boys will also receive detailed information in the mail this week. Attached to The Star is a flyer
for both programmes. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions in regards to this programme.
Grade 9/10 Time and Space
Night 1 Tuesday March 17 – 7:00pm
Night 2 Wednesday March 18 – 7:00pm
Weekend Friday March 20 (evening) – Sunday March 22 (early afternoon)
Dinner Monday March 23 – 7:00pm
Final Night May 18 – 7:00pm
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Grade 7 Mother/Son Evening
Thursday March 19 – 7:00 – 9:30pm
Mother and Son registrations are now open and can be completed by:
online - http://bit.ly/SVC2015
or
email - svc.mums@time-space.com.au
Grade 8 Stepping Up Evening
Tuesday May 19 – 7:00 – 9:30pm
Australian Defence Force Academy Roadshow
ADFA Student Recruitment Officer Vanessa Dawson will be visiting Hobart to conduct a presentation to students in years
10 – 12 who are considering a career as an officer in the Australian Defence Force.
The Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) is a tri-service military Academy that provides military and tertiary
academic education for junior officers of the ADF in the Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Australian Army and Royal
Australian Air Force (RAAF).
Date:
Time:
Location:
Thursday March 5 2015
11:30am (approx. 1 hour)
Defence Force Recruiting building, at Anglesea Barracks, Davey Street, Hobart.
DIRECTOR OF IDENTITY
MR DANIEL LAPOLLA
My Service Journey: Doyle House
This week marked the first week of our New Beginnings Programme. Doyle House were the first house to experience ‘My
Service Journey’, where they discovered the true meaning of service and how it is an intrinsic element of our faith at St
Virgil’s College. On Tuesday all 41 students gathered to discuss and examine the true meaning of service. We had a specific
focus on time and how we use our time and the ideal of being selfless and what this means. Most students highlighted the
fact they did not always use their time as wisely. They also acknowledged their parents and loved ones for demonstrating
what it means to be selfless. After lunch the boys were now going to put their thoughts and ideas into action, where they
worked as a collective on the construction of the new path down to the main oval. All boys worked well to carry and spread
the gravel for the path, putting into practice our motto By Deeds Not Words Alone.
On Wednesday the boys went out into the community to again express how their time, attitudes and actions can benefit
those around us. The boys had three options to choose from consisting of Foodbank, Holy Rosary Primary School and St
Vincent De Paul’s Community Growth Centre. Below you will see some evidence of the boys in action at Holy Rosary. They
we greeted with wide eyes and big smiles from two Grade 1 classes. They worked with the students to assist them with their
spelling and maths work. Recess and lunch provided more opportunities for engagement as the Year 7s taught the younger
boys a few hand ball tricks. I congratulate all Doyle boys for conducting themselves in a positive manner over the last two
days of their service journey. We thank our local partners for allowing our boys to be involved.
Let us never forget the power to influence those around us in a positive way. It does not need to be anything extraordinary,
a simple smile can have so much reward. If we are to be true to our charism as a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice
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Tradition we need to be constantly looking for ways to serve others. I leave you with a quote from Mother Teresa and some
pictures of the boys in action at Holy Rosary Primary School.
“At the end of life we will not be judged by how many diplomas we have received, how much money we have made, or by
how many great things we have done.
We will be judged by "I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat, I was naked and you clothed me. I was homeless,
and you took me in.”
If you take the time to think about these words, you will understand the true meaning of service.
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DIRECTOR OF LEARN ING AND TEACHING
MRS BEV PETTIT
Vocational Education and Training (VET) Information Evening
7.30pm – 9pm Thursday March 5 2015
Glenorchy Campus of Guilford Young College
All VET students and their parents should have received an invitation from Mrs Bobby Court, Principal of Guilford Young
College inviting them to attend the VET Information Evening. Please complete the RSVP sheet by Monday March 2 and
return it to St Virgil’s College via your son. The VET Information Evening is an important opportunity for VET students and
their parents to meet the staff that deliver the VET courses. It also allow students and parents to view the Trade Training
Centre facilities at GYC where most students will have the opportunity of completing their certificates.
Last week the VET Hospitality students had their first Masterclass at GYC with Mr Stephen Lunn. The boys really enjoyed
the class and the opportunity to work in the GYC Hobart Kitchen. The Pulled Pork Croquettes they made were excellent.
Every Monday afternoon during term time, Mr Barry Maxwell and the VET Automotive students will travel into GYC
Glenorchy Campus for their VET classes with Mr Brett Devereaux. Mr Devereaux has many years of experience working in
the Automotive Industry. His expertise and the new purpose built Automotive Workshop are yet another example of the
wonderful opportunities the VET students have to develop pathways towards their employment.
Drama – ‘Off the Beaten Track’ Drama Workshop
Miss Imogen Gray
On Thursday March 5 some Grade 8,9 and 10 drama students will have the privilege of undertaking a workshop run by
Olivia Simone, a NIDA graduate currently living and working in Los Angeles. Olivia will be coming into classes during the
day to lead boys through some drama exercises with a focus on key elements of drama from the Australian Curriculum. This
workshop provides students with an invaluable opportunity to work with a highly skilled and experienced professional
actress.
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Herbert River Experience
Mr Simon Harder
All boys interested in participating in this year's Herbert River expedition need to see Mr Harder in his office (above the
stairs down to the Main Oval) during pastoral care this week (Tuesday – Friday)
On Friday during recess we will be meeting as a whole group and working out trip selection and other logistical
arrangements. This needs to be finalised by the end of this week so if you are interested make sure you make this a top
priority this week.
The expedition letter can be found on the College web-site (In the School Bag – Senior) - http://www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au/inthe-schoolbag-senior-school/
DIRECTOR OF MUSIC
MRS JODIE WILLIAMS
The College Musical
This year is a Musical year for the College, with performances running from August 5-8 (Week 3 of Term 3). The production
team has now been confirmed and it is with great excitement that I can announce that Mrs Jennifer White, our very own,
highly experience drama teacher - will be the Director. I will be the Producer/Musical Director.
Mrs White and I met with St Mary’s College students during the week, to let them know about the Musical for 2015. It has
long been tradition that students from our sister school, St Mary’s College combine and take part in St Virgil’s College
musicals. We were very thankful to be invited to St Mary’s College for a chat with their students during lunchtime.
Encouragingly, there were 50 excited girls who attended, eager about the prospect of being part of a musical with St Virgil’s
College. Mrs White and I question however if the eagerness shown by the girls was about the musical or about the number
of strapping Grade 7-10 boys that would be involved!
There is a meeting in the Drama room this Friday at lunchtime for any St Virgil’s student who would like to be part of this
year’s musical. This meeting will outline the requirements for auditions, the rehearsal schedule and the synopsis of the
musical.
Auditions begin in two weeks. The male auditions will be after school on Friday March 13 from approximately 3.30pm –
5.00pm in the JPC. Each student who would like to audition must prepare a short song (verse and chorus only) and a poem
and they will be given some simple choreography to perform as a group. There may be call-backs for lead roles on Friday
March 27.
Female students will be auditioning after school on Friday March 20 from approximately 3.30pm-5:00pm in the Hall at the
Junior School. Each female student will have to prepare a similar audition.
Mrs White and I will post regular updates in The Star relating to casting and rehearsal schedules. Towards the beginning of
next term we will also be asking for helpers, particularly parents and guardians that have dressmaking or ‘handyman’ skills.
The title of the musical will be officially announced in next week’s edition of The Star, when we have officially received the
rights.
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Private Music Lessons
All private music lessons commenced this week. However, it is still not too late to hand in your private music enrolment
forms or enrol via the College website. Each student has 16 lessons per semester (approximately eight per term). For any
queries regarding to music lessons - please contact: jwilliams@stvirgils.tas.edu.au
For all enquires about music @ SVC - please contact Mrs Williams - jwilliams@stvirgils.tas.edu.au
Yours in tune,
Mrs Jodie Williams
Director of Music
SPORT NEWS
st
1 XI Cricket
Mr Cameron Alexander
SVC Blue 6-119 (Austin Keeling 43, Andrew Bourke 24, Declan Waddington 15) defeated Friends 10-118 Harry Burgess 2/8,
Andrew Bourke 3-14)
SVC Blue had a nail biting win scoring the winning runs with only four balls to spare. Bowling first Friends scored freely
early before a fantastic run out from Kade Applebee changed the game. From there all bowlers restricted their batsmen to a
manageable total. Our batting innings began slowly as Friends bowled very well, however a 64 run partnership between
Austin Keeling and Andrew Bourke steadied the innings and took us within sight of the win.
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SVC Gold 1-196 (Calvin Coles 53 ret. Zac Berry 52 ret. Joshua Price 46 no) defeated Hutchins Magenta 10-81 (Fletcher
Keeling 3-15, Jordan Cowen 2-0, Jack Anders 2-19).
Round 3 Game Details:
SVC Gold
v
Friends
@ Bell St
SVC Blue
v
Hutchins Black
@ St Virgil’s Main Oval
Grade 7&8 Cricket
Week 2 of the Development programme involved two trial games played at St Virgil’s. Over 55 boys participated in a great
night of cricket and there were some tremendous performances and efforts on show. For some boys it was their first
experience of competitive hard ball cricket and it was wonderful to see the joy on their face as they made their first run,
took a wicket or made a catch. For others it was a continuation of their journey through the sport and it was great to see
them assist and encourage their team mates.
Scores
SVC Blue 6-106 (Sam Schultz 20 ret. Harry Anderson 20 ret. Kayde Saward 2/10, James Bourke 2/0) defeated SVC Gold 7100 (Will Collins 20 ret. Isaac Manson 11, Lachlan Boorsboom 2/5, Tyrone Fyfe 2/11)
SVC Green 6-92 (Jordan Baker 3-15, Toby Butler 14 ret., Matthew Westward 10, Tom Vallerine 10) defeated SVC White 8-88
(Tom Lewis 15 ret., Alex Weaver 19 no, Josh Robinson 3-11)
For the more experienced players next week sees two matches against old foe The Hutchins School. These games are a great
test of each boy’s development and are played with great intensity and sportsmanship. Other boys will participate in
internal games at the College. Details:
SVC Blue v Hutchins 1 @ Hutchins Main Oval (turf)
SVC Gold v Hutchins 2 @ Hutchins South Oval
SVC Green v SVC White @ SVC Main Oval
SVC Divva’s* v SVC Jewells* @ SVC JPC Oval
*Named after old scholars Michael Di Venuto (Australian ODI player) and Caleb Jewell (Current
Tasmanian Tigers 2nd XI player)
From the Admiral
Br Peter Flint
When we came off the water last Monday I was somewhat depressed. The RIB had a tear in the hull; the universal joint on a
tiller extension had given way; the jib of boat three had worn through on the luff cable; and there was something wrong
with the support fittings on the RIB trailer.
Today, Thursday, the RIB has been repaired, the tiller repaired, the jib may be ready tomorrow, and we have identified the
trailer issue - thanks to a number of people who have the specialist knowledge and skills.
We had had a great sail on Monday, thanks to the presence of our experienced team racing helms: Angus, Josh and Jack
along with Coach Jonny. I think the boys who were crewing got a taste of real team’s racing - fast, furious and complex and not for the faint hearted.
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Another Learn to Sail Tomorrow After School.
I need the boys to confirm their attendance, either through the email links that the boys’ families have received, or directly
through me. It is not too late to come along. Email me at pflint@stvirgils.tas.edu.au if interested.
Br Peter
Free Afternoon
Boot Camp Presented
by
FIT 4 LIFE
Fit4Life has continued at St Virgil’s College this year. It is a program aimed at raising the
health and fitness levels across the College. There is currently specific smaller student
group sessions conducted during school time. There is also student
‘bootcamps’ (open to all students before morning pastoral care on a Wednesday) and
staff and community bootcamps after school on a Wednesday.
Student Information
It has been great to see students come to in-class sessions as well as before school.
If you are interested in these sessions please contact Mr Beck: mbeck@stvirgils.tas.edu.au
Parent Information
Just a reminder that on Wednesday afternoons, there is a free of charge (yes
that’s it, FREE) Community Bootcamp for adults. Or if you think your son could benefit
from the other sessions please let me know.
For more information
contact Mr Beck: mbeck@stvirgils.tas.edu.au or 6249 6555
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COLLEGE COMMUNITY NE WS
GL Curtis Scholarships for Old Virgilians
Applications are invited for the GL Curtis Scholarship for first year university students.
The GL Curtis Scholarship provides a sum of $1,000 to an Old Virgilian beginning university studies. It is a once only
payment to assist with the costs of attending university in the first year and is to be used for the purchase of essential texts
or materials, the payment of university charges or the establishment costs necessary to provide university accommodation
(country or interstate students).
It is normally expected that the student will be enrolled at the University of Tasmania unless there are significant reasons
why this is not the case (such as the courses not being offered there).
Criteria
1.
Recipients must be graduates of St Virgil’s College.
2.
The recipient will be enrolled for the first year of a university course.
3.
In line with the terms of the endowment, priority may be given to those enrolled in medicine, law or chemistry.
Applications
Written applications are invited by March 27 in the year of intended university enrolment. Applications should outline:
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the intended university and course, including proof of enrolment;
the reason for this choice of course;
the intended use of the funds;
the personal circumstances of the applicant, particularly any relevant financial difficulty.
Selection
The selection panel will include the Principal and two Board members of St Virgil’s College. The panel may wish to make
personal contact with applicants to gain further information about the application. As funds are held in trust by the
Archdiocese the final decision will be ratified by the Archbishop.
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Austins Ferry Canteen
Mrs Carol Hilyer
The Summer Menu has commenced for Term 1. Parents are also reminded that lunch orders can be placed and paid for via
secure online portal from the College website or via QKR mobile device payment system – please see the attachments to the
newsletter for how to download and use QKR to order lunch for your son from your smartphone http://www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au/news-publications/
Monday
March 2
Marian MacLachlan
Help Needed
Tuesday
March 3
Maria Spinks
Wednesday
March 4
Trish Hurley
Elisha Berry
Thursday
March 5
Susan Harvey
Graeme Morris
Friday
March 6
Goldy
Mandy O’Connell
Parents and Friends Association
Mrs Susan Roberts
President
As previously advised the March 18 meeting is our AGM – please see the note below about positions within the P&F
Committee and the process for nomination.
I look forward to seeing you at coming meetings for the start of another fun-filled and rewarding year.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE
ST VIRGIL’S COLLEGE PARENTS & FRIENDS ASSOCIATION
The Annual General Meeting of the St Virgil’s College Parents & Friends Association will be held on Wednesday March 18 in
the Joyce Performance Centre at Austins Ferry commencing at 7.30 p.m. At this meeting nominations will be called for the
election of Office Bearers of the Association for 2015.
St Virgil’s College Parents & Friend operates over both the Senior & Junior Campus’ of the College as one organisation. The
Parents & Friends primary functions are, firstly, to represents interests of the parents of the college by providing a vital link
between the college and its parent community; thus creating an avenue for information sharing with in the college.
Secondly, it promotes the interests of the college by organising and assisting with social and College events and fundraising
activities.
For the P & F to continue to carry out its primary functions it needs the ongoing support of the parents of the college.
Parental involvement is paramount to the ongoing success of the P & F. The mainstay of the P & F is its Executive
Committee and without that small group of parents then the P & F would cease to exist. Each year the P & F suffers a
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natural attrition rate where parents who have sons in grade 10 leave the College, along with their sons. Consequently, new
parents are needed to replace them.
I would ask all parents to give some thought and consideration to becoming an active member of the P & F in 2015. A
Nomination Form for the election of Office Bearers for 2015 accompanies this letter. The Nomination Form lists the various
roles and capacities in which parents can serve the school community in the course of the year. Please feel free to put your
name forward for any position, which might interest you. If you wish to discuss any matter pertaining to the P & F, please
feel free to contact me on the following number: 0416 278 721 or by email: twtt.rad@bigpond.com
Nomination forms are to be returned to the Austins Ferry Campus Office by Friday March 13, in an envelope addressed to: Susan Roberts, President, SVC P&F Association.
Susan Roberts
President
ST VIRGIL’S COLLEGE PARENTS & FRIENDS ASSOCIATION
PROFILE OF ELECTED OFFICE BEARERS
EXECUTIVE OFFICE BEARERS (SENIOR CAMPUS):
The PRESIDENT is the chief executive and spokesperson of the Association. The President represents the Association at official
functions, supports other office bearers and normally chairs the monthly meetings.
The VICE-PRESIDENT deputises for the President when necessary.
The SECRETARY provides secretarial support to the Association, including Agendas, Minutes and correspondence.
The TREASURER undertakes the receipting & banking of monies; the keeping of proper books of accounts on behalf of the Association
and presents an audited balance sheet (audit organised by the College) at the Annual General Meeting.
The EXECUTIVE MEMBERS: (2- 4 NOMINEES) TO: - Provide support to the executive as required.
EXECUTIVE OFFICE BEARERS (JUNIOR SCHOOL):
The JUNIOR SCHOOL VICE-PRESIDENT– Chair of Junior School Executive - takes responsibility for the operation of the Parents &
Friends Junior School. Liaises with the SVC President.
The JUNIOR SCHOOL SECRETARY provides secretarial support to the Association.
The JUNIOR SCHOOL TREASURER is required to keep proper books of accounts on behalf of the Association and present an audited
balance sheet at the Annual General Meeting.
The JUNIOR SCHOOL EXECUTIVE MEMBERS (2-4) provide support to the Executive as required.
COORDINATORS OF VARIOUS STANDING COMMITTEES (Austins Ferry Campus):
Association Members are required to act as coordinators for the following:-
CATERING COORDINATOR – Normally calls on a network of helpers to assist when required.
FAIR COORDINATOR - To work with Executive and coordinate the Annual Fair.
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NOMINATION FORM FOR P & F COMMITTEE 2015
Please return to the Austins Ferry Campus Office by Friday March 13, in an envelope addressed to:
Susan Roberts, President, SVC P&F Association
I …………………………………………………………………………………. wish to nominate ……………………………………………………………………………..
for the office of ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
for 2015.
Proposer: ---------------------------------------------Seconded: -----------------------------------------------
Date: ---------------------------
Changes to the Secondary Schools Tax File Number Program in 2015
The Secondary Schools Tax File Number (TFN) Program will not continue beyond 31 December 2014. This means that School
TFN forms will no longer be processed beyond this date.
How students can apply for a TFN from 1 January 2015
The Australian Taxation Office in partnership with Australia Post is making it easier for individuals to apply for a TFN.
Students can now apply for a TFN online and have their identity verified through an interview at a participating Australia Post
office. Applying online is the fastest and most convenient way for students to get a TFN. More information on applying online
can be found at ato.gov.au by searching for 'QC27248'
Students who are unable to visit a participating Australia Post office will need to complete the application form Tax file number
- application or enquiry for individuals form (NAT 1432). More information about lodging this form can be found at ato.gov.au
by searching for 'QC22604'
The ATO will continue working with teachers to educate students about tax and superannuation. The curriculum resource Tax,
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Super & You is a free, easy to use, online educational resource aligned to the school curriculum of each state and territory. This
resource can be accessed at taxsuperandyou.gov.au
In the coming weeks we will provide more information by email on how students can apply for a TFN and the educational
services we can provide. In the meantime if you require any further information you can phone 1300 130 282 between 8:00am
and 5:00pm Monday to Friday.
Sacramental Program
Catholic children aged eight and upwards who live in the Sandy Bay-Taroona Parish, or who attend Mass there, will be
prepared in the parish for First Holy Communion and Confirmation to be conferred by the Archbishop on Sunday 13
September. First Reconciliation will take place earlier in the year, date to be determined. Preparation for First Reconciliation
will commence soon.
Parental support during the classes and in home exercises will be an important part of the program.
Parents who wish to enrol their child should contact the parish secretary as soon as possible. Phone Claire on 6224 1423
between 9.30 am and 1 pm on weekdays or email cposb@bigpond.net.au
Fr Brian Nichols
Parish Priest
CLAREMONT JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB
Under 13s & Under 14s
Would you like to play the great game of Aussie Rules Football?
Training has commenced on Tuesday Nights at 5:00pm.
Friday Night training will commence on 6 March at Cadbury Oval
U/13's - 6:00pm & U/14's 5:00pm
REGISTRATIONS are also being taken for other age groups!
For further information please message our facebook page or contact Shelley on 0408 149 474
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Brighton Junior Football Club Registrations 2015 - Auskick to U18s
Player registrations for 2015 are now being taken online at http://www.foxsportspulse.com/club_info.cgi?c=1-110-31344-00&sID=319174
Registrations close on the 13th March 2015.
Junior Training commences on Friday 20th February at 4.30pm on Ferguson Oval (U8 to U12)
Youth Training (U13 to U18) will continue on Wednesdays at 4.30pm for U13 & U14 and 5.15pm for U16 & U18.
Auskick recommencement to be advised in due course.
Clarence United FC
The Club is preparing for the 2015 season and will like to invite all students to come and play. There is no skill requirement
or any restrictions. We are a community based club that can accommodate all levels of interest.
Training at the moment is at Rokeby High School as follows
Men
Women
Youth boys
Youth girls
U18 men
6-8pm Mondays and Thursdays
6-7.30pm Tuesdays and Thursday
5-6pm Thursday
5-6pm Tuesday
Cambridge New Tuesdays and Thursdays 5-7pm
Newsletter Attachments – Available from website - http://www.stvirgils.tas.edu.au/news-publications/
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2015 Instrumental Music Programme Enrolment Form
OHA Junior Hockey Club Season 2015 Registration Details
Metro Letter – Transfer Passes Not Accepted
Asthma and Anaphylaxis Flowchart
How to Order your Lunch at the Senior School
QKR lunch order and App download instructions
React Drama Classes for ASD Students
Tasmania Rugby Union Friday Sevens
Hobart Under 16/18s football club flyer
Mona Gasp Fun Run
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Grade 7 Hessian Camp
Grade 7 Hessian Camp
A WEEK IN
THE LIFE OF
THE COLLEGE
Each week boys at St Virgil’s
College are involved in a wide
range of exciting curricular and
co-curricular experiences.
These experiences provide a rich
source of learning, fun and
personal growth – here is just a
snapshot of these activities,
captured through the lens of Br
Peter Flint and Mr Andrew
Pinelli.
Additional photos can be
accessed at:
Svcpics.phanfare.com
Grade 7 New Beginnings – ‘The Amazing
Race’
Aquatic Science
Grade 7s settling in!
Grade 7s settling in!
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