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Term 1
Volume 5
4 March 2015
College Newsletter
from the Principal...
COLLEGE OPEN DAY – FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 2015
Our Open Day will be held on Friday, March 13 commencing at 4.30pm with all families warmly invited. Please help
spread the word so that the wider community can visit the College and view our state of the art facilities and our Clancy
Project plans for our current building works.
ENROLMENTS – YEARS 5 & 7, 2017
The enrolment deadline for Years 5 and 7, 2017 is March 27, 2015. Early interviews will be held for siblings prior to this
date. A reminder to current parents who wish to enrol their son in Years 5 and 7 in 2017, please ensure an enrolment
application for your son is submitted by the deadline. Any enquiries regarding enrolments, please contact College
Registrar, Philippa Sherwood on registrar@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Dear members of the College community
COMMEMORATING 100 YEARS AND CELEBRATING 60 YEARS
We are currently planning two very significant events. The first event is a special Ceremony in commemoration of the ANZAC
Centenary (Commemorating 100 Years) which will be held at the College on Friday, April 24, 2015 commencing at 9.30am. As a
community we will come together in prayer and song to honour all the men and women who have served our nation in uniform
over the past hundred years. Their diligence has kept the ANZAC spirit alive and ensured it is just as relevant to Australia today as it
was during the First World War.
Following the Liturgy, a formal ceremony will be held in the College grounds which will include
students laying a commemorative wreath, playing the Last Post and the lowering of the Australian
flag. We have extended an invitation to members of the Sydney University 2nd Commando Battalion,
Old Boys who are currently serving in the Forces, as well as, Prime Minister Abbott, Hon Michael Baird
(Premier of NSW), Hon Brad Hazzard (Attorney General and Minister for Wakehurst), Cr Michael Regan
(Mayor Warringah) and Cr Jean Hay (Mayor of Manly).
Following the formalities the boys will receive an ANZAC commemorative token and enjoy ANZAC
biscuits.
In the afternoon our Year 9 boys and 15 members of staff will depart the College for Camp Gallipoli situated at Centennial Park. The
boys will participate in various activities including a light horse procession with the symbolic eternal flame and a Gallipoli themed
movie. The boys will sleep under the stars and be woken by the sound of the bugler playing the Reveille (the bugler’s wake-up call).
During battle, the half-light of dawn was one of the most favoured times for an attack. Soldiers in defensive positions were woken in
the dark before dawn, so by the time first light crept across the battlefield they were awake, alert and manning their weapons; this is
still known today as the “stand-to”. As dusk is equally favourable for attacks, the “stand-to” was repeated at sunset.
The second significant event is the 60th Anniversary (Celebrating 60 Years) of the opening of St Augustine’s College, which will be
held on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at St Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney.
We have extended an invitation to Fr Alejandro Moral Anton OSA (the Prior General
of the Augustinian Order in Rome), Fr Tony Banks OSA, (Assistant Prior General of
the Augustinian Order in Rome and Past Prior Provincial of Australasia), Most Rev
Anthony Fisher (Archbishop of Sydney), Bishop Peter Comensoli (Bishop of Broken
Bay), Fr Dave Austin OSA (Prior Provincial of the Order of St Augustine Australasia),
Bishop Christopher Saunders (Old Boy of the College and Bishop of Broome),
Augustinian Fathers and political dignitaries. This will be a wonderful
celebration for the whole College community.
Following the 60th Anniversary Mass on February 11, students and staff will return to the College where we will open and bless the
new College buildings associated with the Clancy Building, Hippodrome and our current Building Our Future 2020 Project. The
following evening, we will host a Welcome Cocktail Party to combine the celebrations of our 60th Anniversary and the opening of the
new school buildings.
Our 2016 Calendar will incorporate the 60 years of history of this great College from 1956 to 2016. Further information will be
forwarded to the community in coming months.
HOUSE FORMATION LEADERS AND HOUSE CAPTAINS
Crane House
Goold House
Heavey House
Margaret McElhone (HFL)
Daniel Fee (HFL)
Andres Trujillo (HFL)
James Gonda (HC)
Henry Turner (HC)
Zacchary Van Lathum (HC)
Hutchinson House
James Gordon (HFL)
Brendan Watkins (HC)
Murray House
Kirsty Begg (HFL)
Jarod Horan (HC)
Reville House
Ilona Welch (HFL)
Jamie Harrison (HC)
I had the privilege to have morning tea with the newly appointed College House Captains and the respective House Formation
Leaders, who presented the boys with their badges. Congratulations again to James, Henry, Zac, Brendan, Jarod and Jamie on
their appointments. We have already witnessed the excellent House spirit that was evident at the recent Senior School Swimming
Carnival and we look forward to the energy and enthusiasm the House Captains will display throughout coming sporting and charity
events.
Keep up the good work boys.
2015 CLASS PARENTS MORNING TEA
Matthew Hutchison and I had the opportunity to meet with the 2015 Class Parent Representatives at a morning tea held last
Thursday. We are indeed very fortunate to have representation from all Year Groups and Tutor Groups – thank you to those who
have volunteered to support the boys and the College.
The role of the Class Parent is, on behalf of the College,
to act as a liaison person with other class parents in the
respective Year Groups and Tutor Groups in support of
College and P&F events. Our thanks to Rosemary Cullen
(Class Parent Coordinator as part of the P&F Association)
for coordinating this event.
For further information please contact Rosemary Cullen
on cpcoordinator@saintaug.nsw.edu.au. We encourage
all parents to become involved in the various aspects of
College life.
Reflection:
As we approach the third Sunday of Lent, I would like to share with you an article I read in the magazine Schools Matters.
“In a recent ABC radio programme a sociologist was making the point that many people in today’s society are stressed due to a sense of
‘disposability’.
Relationships may easily be ‘disposed of’ and employment is precarious for many people. Some young people may feel their friend could
‘dispose of’ them if they do not have the latest IT gear or clothing item. Some of the reports about young people having a lack of resilience
may stem from an inner sense of ‘disposability’. If life is not perfect, then like the not so perfect products, we ‘dispose of’ it.
God never ‘disposes of’ us. God is with us in the highs and lows and particularly when we may not be at the top of our game. God invites us
to ‘come as we are’.
We take great hope and inner confidence that we need not fear ‘disposability’ as God is with us always. As Pope Francis says ‘we should
be people who share our joy’ at being Christians. This is an important message for many of the young people as they face the buffeting
experience of life”.
Prayers:
We continue our prayers for Helen Anglicas, Brendan Cleary and Tim Pickering.
Tim Cleary
Principal
Coming Events . . .
Wednesday 4 March
Year 7 Parent/Student Study Skills: ELES (7.00 pm)
Wednesday 4 March – Saturday 7 March
College Production Our Town, Star of the Sea Theatre, Stella Maris College (7.30 pm)
Thursday 5 March
Rugby Coaches & Managers Meeting, Lecceto Auditorium (8.00 am)
College Cross Country, Brookvale Oval
Twilight Age Swimming Carnival, Warringah Aquatic Centre (6.45 pm – 9.30 pm)
Friday 6 March
College Dance (Year 7 – 9), Brimson Centre (6.30 pm – 9.30 pm)
Saturday 7 March
ISA Basketball Grand Finals, Penrith
Monday 9 March
Year 8 Reflection Day 1 (Tutor Groups 8.1 – 8.6)
ENCORE Music Excursion, Years 9 – 12 (12.05 pm)
Tuesday 10 March
Year 8 Reflection Day 2 (Tutor Groups 8.7 – 8.12)
Broken Bay Primary Swimming Carnival, Mingara
Junior Rugby training commences
Parent Seminar ‘Restorative Practice Unpacked’, Lecceto Auditorium (7.00 pm)
Wednesday 11 March
Community Mass, Monica Chapel, Tutor Groups M4 & M5 (8.10 am)
ISA Swimming Carnival, Homebush
Year 10 Geography Coasts Excursion
Thursday 12 March
Nepal Photographic Exhibition, Brimson Centre (7.00 pm)
Basketball Coaches & Managers Dinner (7.00 pm)
Friday 13 March
Open Day (4.30 pm – 7.00 pm)
Friday 13 March – Sunday 15 March
Rowing Camp, Canberra
Saturday 14 March
St Augustine’s College & Fair Go Australia Sevens Rugby Competition
From the Head of School...
Restoring Relationships
The movie ‘Boyhood’ recently won the Golden Globe Award for
Best Motion Picture and an Academy Award for Best Actress in a
Supporting Role. The film’s uniqueness is its charm as the cast is
assembled for a few days of filming every year for 12 years. The
result is that we see characters age and mature before our very
eyes.
The main character is Mason who we first meet when he is six
years of age. The manner which the film captures the soul of a
young man as he grows through those years is nothing short of
wonderful.
The movie also explores Mason’s relationships with his parents.
Of particular interest is the relationship he has with his father
who is on his own path to maturity. His father, also named
Mason, struggled with fatherhood and when he lands back into
their lives he comes as a bearer of gifts. His journey, however, is
an inspiration to any parent who has made mistakes and thinks
that they cannot be healed.
I think it is safe to say that the task of parenting teenagers
today is more perplexing than it has been in any previous
generation. It would also be true to say that teenagers need
their parents more than ever. For some parents, the challenge
of raising teenagers has sadly resulted in broken relationships
which seemingly cannot be healed. There were many lessons
to be learnt witnessing the developing bond between Mason
and his father as they both let go of past hurts in order for their
relationship to grow.
Next week on Tuesday 10 March at 7.00pm in the Lecceto
Auditorium, the College will be conducting the first Parent
Education evening for the year on Restorative Practice. A
key premise of Restorative Practice is that punishment on its
own does not teach anything about self-control, nor does it
necessarily lead to more effective ways of solving problems.
Restorative Practice aims to support students in learning from
their misbehaviour and in reconciling and resolving problems
with others through a structured framework. This approach
forms the basis to the College’s discipline procedures which
endeavour to restore a student’s relationship with his peer or
teacher.
The Restorative Practice framework can be used in many
domains, not just schools. The Parent Education evening will
present a framework from a parent perspective which may assist
them in the setting up of boundaries, dealing with the impact
behaviour has on others and valuing relationships within the
family. I warmly encourage your attendance.
Year 11 and 12 Music Soiree
Last week I had the great privilege, in the intimate surrounds
of the Lecceto Auditorium, to be entertained by our talented
musicians at the Year 11 & 12 Soiree. The evening showcased
the best of our musicians with a number of our boys taking the
opportunity to perform their HSC pieces, impressing all with
the quality of their musicianship and the confidence in their
performance. My congratulations to our Music staff for their
magnificent efforts in supporting the boys in their love of music.
At the conclusion
of the evening, it
was my pleasure to
present a plaque
to David Clegg in
appreciation of
his support of the
Music department
over the past 11
years. David is the
grandfather of
Edward and James
Bernasconi (Captain
of Music 2013) and
Charlie Sundborn
David Clegg and Matthew Hutchison
(Captain of Music
2015). David, as a jazz pianist, accompanied his grandchildren
on many occasions during performances at school functions
and examination auditions.
Recognition from
Prime Minister Tony Abbott
Year 8 student, Edward Waddington, recently received a letter of
recognition from Prime Minister, Tony Abbott, for the courage
he displayed when he utilised his life saving skills to rescue a
woman who was in serious trouble at Pippi Beach on the NSW
north coast during the holidays. Edward, like many students
at the College, is a member of a Life Saving Club providing
essential service to the community keeping beaches safe.
Academic Matters
There are only seven teaching days before Year 12 students
commence their mid-year examinations. The Higher School
Certificate commences in Term Four and, as such, half of the
course content will be examined during this set of examinations.
It is also a busy time for all students as many assessment tasks
will be due in coming weeks. I encourage parents to use the
parent portal to monitor their son’s academic commitments and
assist him in planning over the next few weeks.
A Reflection …
Lord, watch over refugees,
Their tired feet aching.
Help them bear their heavy loads,
Their backs breaking.
May they find a place of rest,
No fears awake them.
May you always be their guide, never forsake them.
From ‘A Child’s First Book of Prayers.’
Matthew Hutchison
Head of School
from the Dean of Senior School...
College Open Day 2015
As you may be aware, the College will be holding an Open Day
on Friday 13 March, 2015. I wish to thank the many students in
the Senior School who have volunteered to act as tour guides.
During past events, parents are often very impressed with the
way in which our boys inform prospective families about the
many facets of our College.
NB: Please be aware that all students will be required
to wear their correct full summer uniform on Open Day,
rather than the Sports Uniform.
Lent can be considered a time to stop and take a moment to
reflect on the many aspects of our lives, especially in relation to
the various messages found in the Gospels. The College theme
this year is Random Acts of Kindness, which was developed
by the Student Leadership Team. This connects appropriately
with the meaning of Lent, whereby the College has recently
challenged the student community to ponder upon ways it can
bring the message of Christ to others through actions, thoughts
and words during the Lenten season.
In his recent message for Lent, Pope Francis highlights some
pertinent ideas for us to reflect upon in the following:
“Indifference to our neighbour and to God also represents a real
temptation for us Christians. Each year during Lent we need to hear
once more the voice of the prophets who cry out and trouble our
conscience.
Lent is a favourable time for letting Christ serve us so that we
in turn may become more like him. This happens whenever we
hear the word of God and receive the sacraments, especially the
Eucharist. There we become what we receive: the Body of Christ. In
this body there is no room for the indifference which so often seems
to possess our hearts. For whoever is of Christ, belongs to one body,
and in him we cannot be indifferent to one another. “If one part
suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honoured, all the
parts share its joy” (1 Cor 12:26) . . .
. . . Every Christian community is called to go out of itself and to
be engaged in the life of the greater society of which it is a part,
especially with the poor and those who are far away. The Church is
missionary by her very nature; she is not self-enclosed but sent out
to every nation and people . . .”
Year 12 Retreat
Preparations are well underway for the upcoming Year 12
Retreat, which will be held on Monday 30 and Tuesday 31
March, 2015. A specific letter has already been emailed to
families about this student experience (also located in ATLAS).
The aim of the Retreat is to lead students to an increased
awareness of themselves and their true nature, and to a greater
intimacy with their peers and their God, with time set aside to
allow these young men the chance to reflect, to share and to
wonder. Due to the increasing trend of large numbers in Year
Groups, the retreat groupings will be smaller and based on the
new House system from this year. Four different venues in and
around Sydney will cater for the six House groups. The College
is convinced that this approach will provide our boys with a
much more personal and enriching spiritual experience. I wish
to thank the Mission Co-ordinator, Gina Marshall, for her work in
co-ordinating this most worthwhile initiative.
Grooming
St Augustine’s College maintains a high standard of student
grooming. As a reminder, please be aware of the College’s
grooming expectations. Recently, we have had discussions
with some Senior School students about inappropriate hair
styles which include undercuts, long strands, obvious steaks in
hair, and the need to be clean shaven. Hair that can cover the
eyebrows when pulled down is considered to be unsatisfactory.
Please note the College expectations stated in the student
handbook, which is located in ATLAS, Resources, Publications.
Hair Regulations
Year 12 Mid-Course
Examinations
Students are to ensure their hairstyle conforms to the following:
The Year 12 Mid-Course Examinations will be held from
Monday 16 to Friday 27 March, 2015. A specific letter about
the examinations was recently emailed to families and can also
be found in ATLAS, College Information, Parents – Senior School.
I urge parents and students to read it carefully. Our Year 12
students have been very focused and hard-working this term
and I am convinced that they will produce some fine results.
Please be aware that the Examinations Timetable has been
updated this week due to some room changes. The updated
timetable was emailed to Year 12 Parents yesterday and has also
been placed ATLAS.
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Hair should be neatly cut, and maintained at all times
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Hair fringe lengths must be out of eyes
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Undercut styles are not acceptable, nor are tracks or lines
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Dramatic layered effect of levels is not permitted
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Hair should not be overly styled by use of hair products
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Hair is not to be tinted or coloured
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Long hair is not acceptable, nor are long strands of hair that
cover the face or touch the collar
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Hair must not be shaved, nor extreme cut with clippers,
‘Number 2’ is the shortest acceptable length
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The College has the authority as to the appropriateness of
any hairstyle.
I kindly request that parents assist with ensuring that their
sons meet the expectations of the College in this area.
nationally well respected practitioner and educator in this
field and the College looks forward to his presentation to our
community.
God bless
Parent Education Seminar
Please be aware that the first Parent Education Seminar for
2015 will be held on Tuesday 10 March, 2015. It will commence
at 7.00pm in the College Auditorium. The theme of the
seminar is Positive Parenting and Restorative Practices
Unpacked. The seminar presenter, Maurizio Vespa, is a
Frank Chiment
Dean of Senior School
UNIFORM SHOP NEWS . . .
BLAZER TIME
SHOP HOURS: Monday and Friday 8am-12pm; Wednesday 8am-4pm (closed for lunch
12.15-12.55pm)
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In terms 2 and 3 each year the boys are expected to wear a College blazer and trousers. Years 5 to 9 College
issue grey. Years 10 to 12 College issue black with grey trousers. Orders are now open and will close 25
March.
Please bring your son in for a fitting as we have 12 different sizes in junior and even more in senior.
Costs are $170 for the junior and $200 for the senior.
We will also have available the new sports top for those of you who would like a second shirt in sizes 10, 12,
14 and xs. Rugby and soccer uniforms are also available. The new College tracksuit is in stock for $148.00.
Thank you
Adele and the uniform shop team
from the Dean of Primary School...
The part of the job I enjoy the most is visiting classes and taking part in the lessons teachers
have prepared. We are very fortunate to have exceptional teachers who not only provide
a stimulating and challenging curriculum, but also an environment encouraging selfregulation and resilience. I took part in a challenging ‘open-ended’ Maths lesson in Mark
Catanzariti’s class recently and was impressed not only by Mark’s higher order questioning
but the talk that was generated by the task. I was fortunate to be sitting next to Tom
Gerrans who managed to explain the problem to me as well as help decide on the best
problem solving strategy to solve it. I also visited Andrew Clyne’s Year 6 class who were
deep in discussion as to who their favourite Super Hero was as part of their English unit,
appropriately named ‘Heroes’. Being one of my favourite topics, we sang the theme songs
to “Iron Man, Hulk and of course Captain America’’. The boys’ animated and confident
discussions left me in no doubt that they were really enjoying the topic. Tevita Halaifonua’s
class were telling me their favourite books and to my amazement I was told that one of the
boys (Daniel Links) has read 21 books so far this term. I gave all boys the challenge of trying
to read a minimum of 15 pages per day and then giving me a total number of pages read by
the end of term. James Kirkwood’s class was immersed in working out the best conditions for
their plants to grow, John O’Brien’s class designing their own investigations around what ants
like best to eat and Liz Armenio’s class completing a Visible Thinking routine on ‘Government’.
Having the boys construct their own understanding of their learning, which educators call
personalisation, is a key indicator for academic success and from my observations we have
a team of teachers who not only make learning fun but leave the boys curious and wanting
to learn more. I thank all of our teachers for making their classes inviting and in particular for
their individual care of all the boys in their classes.
Incursion
Today Wednesday 4th March, all Primary classes took part in a presentation concentrating
on positive behaviours dealing with bullying. The production titled, ‘Saving Lil and Archie’
looked at the reasons why some children bully and make mistakes when using technology
and why other children suffer in silence. It looked at emotional health and how we can curb
our anger and fear. The play encouraged children to listen to their teachers and parents
instructions and make positive responsible connections at school and on the internet.
The message is clear: Get at least nine hours sleep every night. Talk about your emotions
and get some fresh air and exercise. If you read or see something negative or nasty on the
internet/TV/mobile then log off and tell a trusted adult. Only play age appropriate computer
games. We all need balance. We all belong.
Saving Lil and Archie was an exciting narrative that showed some of the causes and effects of
anger, fear, kindness and forgiveness. It demonstrated this to children in a safe way by using
the story of two robots that didn’t follow their leader’s instructions. One robot ended up
with all the anger and fear and the other is all kindness and forgiveness. Through a twist of
fate they are zapped to earth into the path of two twelve year old children; Bella and Archie.
I thank Kate Donellan, Social Justice Coordinator for her organisation of such a worthwhile
event.
Student Leaders
I am very pleased to announce our Primary School leaders for 2015. Well done to Victor
Russo, Orlando Encina, Jake Juric, Peter Varano, Joshua Sergeant and Ethan Stennar
on their selection as Class leader. Their role is ‘enabling others to see and act and grow
beyond themselves’. I look forward to presenting these boys with their leadership badges
which unfortunately have taken longer to make and get to us than expected. I will inform
parents of the date for the presentations which will occur during one of our regular Primary
school assemblies.
Rather than a quote this week I will leave you with a Mathematical ‘open ended’ task for you
to try and solve with your sons. Your sons might even like to bring their solutions to me…
good luck.
Mathematical question for the week
Would you rather have 1 cent which doubles every day for 30 days or $100 000?
Predict your response and show your working out…
Terry Walsh
Dean of Primary School
Invitation to our
Wednesday Community
Mass
A reminder that all are invited to Wednesday morning
mass in the Monica Chapel. The mass begins at
8.10 am and is guaranteed to finish well before
the 8.40 bell. Our Chaplain, Fr Senan Ward OSA, is
our celebrant. Parents, guardians and families are
welcome to attend any time. Consider joining your
son and his Tutor Group on their rostered Wednesday
morning. One aspect of Lenten observance is a more
active prayer life. Wednesday Eucharist could be the
opportunity you’re looking for!
Bishop Peter A Comensoli’s Lenten Message 2015
Ash Wednesday
18 February 2015
2015 is a significant year for Australians; it’s the centenary year of the forging of the ANZAC
spirit along the deadly shores of Gallipoli.
There have been, already, moments of remembrance, and there will be any number of
programmes, and events and exhibitions where we can recall, and reflect, and learn again of
the evil of war, and the need for each one of us to commit to pathways of peace.
There will be, on many occasions, the hearing again of that sombre but noble prayer we
recite for the fallen: the Ode of Remembrance.
In particular way I am always touched by the words towards the end of the Ode:
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them. We will
remember them.
Our remembrance is not meant to be a sentimental recollection, it’s meant to be a firm and
dignified acknowledgement of those who have sacrificed their lives for the care of our
country, and we extend that remembrance to those who were left behind in grief and loss,
and to those who returned broken in body and often in spirit.
As we say at the end of the Ode: lest we forget.
Let us not forget the consequences of turning away from the God who created all people to
live in peace with each other; let us not forget how easily we can lose our very humanity to
current hatreds.
Lent this year, like every year, is our special season of grace to remember the one who died
and rose for us, Jesus Christ, and to be renewed in his love for us.
Lent is our privileged time, lest we forget the gift of life itself given to us by God.
Important Social Justice dates
March 4th to March 11th
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6 Friday
8 Sunday
12 Thursday
World Day of Prayer
International Women’s Day
1913: Founding of Canberra as Australia’s Capital
World Day of Prayer:
Theme: Do you know what I have done to you?
The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement which brings Christians of many traditions together to observe a
common day of prayer each year. The theme for 2015 service is based upon the Gospel of John 13: 1 – 17. After washing the feet
of his community of disciples, Jesus asked this question, “Do you know what I have done to you?”
For more information : http://www.worlddayofprayeraustralia.org/
2015 Gala Day:
The CRANE HOUSE Global Connections Gala Day will be held here at the College on Saturday March
28, 2015. The event will run from 11am to 2pm. All families are warmly invited to attend. A BBQ lunch
will be provided. Please RSVP to kdonnellan@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
On the day approximately 20 families from St Joachim’s Primary School in Lidcombe will join us for
lunch and activities. Catholic Mission works closely with these newly arrived refugees and over the
past 3 years the College has held this day. People who have attended previously have thoroughly
enjoyed the experience.
Year 5 & 6 Brainstorm Productions:
Today students in the Primary School attended a performance by Brainstorm Productions entitled – Saving Lil and Archie. This show
was a fun way to demonstrate how to deal with anger and fear and also promotes kindness and forgiveness. The performance also
highlights safe and appropriate use of technology. It encourages children to limit screen time, get more sleep and do more exercise.
Student Volunteering:
On Saturday 28th February three Year 8 students – Riley Marosa,
Benjamin Simpson and Joshua Morrison, volunteered with the
Disabled Surfers Association. The boys had a brilliant day helping
those less able in the surf at Collaroy. “They were all a bit nervous in
the beginning as they didn’t know what to expect, however by the end
of the day they loved helping out and the smiles around were worth a
million dollars. All of the students are very excited about being involved
next year.” Karen Marosa
For more information about the association visit:
http://disabledsurfers.org/
Matthew Talbot Hostel:
Students from Crane and Heavey are encouraged to volunteer each Monday at Matthew Talbot Hostel. To join the roster please
contact me. For more information visit: https://atlas.saintaug.nsw.edu.au/resources/sea/events-and-volunteering
Indigenous Immersion:
Students from Goold and Reville are encouraged to volunteer each Friday at NCIE as a part of our Indigenous Immersion. To join
the roster please contact me. For more information visit: https://atlas.saintaug.nsw.edu.au/resources/sea/events-and-volunteering
Kate Donnellan
Social Justice Co-ordinator
CRANE
Year 11
Liam Taylor
For showing maturity
and initiative by
taking care of
cleaning duties in
Moran House.
Year 5
Cyril Mundine
For proudly sharing
his indigenous
language with his
peers.
GOOLD
Year 12
Luke Lough
For his dedicated
mentorship of a Year 5
student.
HEAVEY
Year 10
James Barton
For his punctuality
and wearing his
uniform with pride.
MURRAY
Year 6
Christopher Caruso
For always taking the
initiative and helping
those in need.
Year 7
Joshua
Pascali-Nowytarger
For being kind and
helpful to a new
student at the
College.
Year 8
Year 12
Henry Ferguson
Riley Marosa
For showing true
community spirit by
always being willing
to help out.
For volunteering
with the
Disabled Surfers
Association.
REVILLE
Year 11
Angus Jarrett
Year 9
Isaac Gilmore
For his commitment
to the indigenous
immersion programme.
For always displaying
commitment and
positivity.
OPEN DAY
We’re currently undergoing our largest building project in 60 years. Please join us for our
FRIDAY MARCH 13, 4:30PM TO 7:00PM
4:30pm to 7:00pm
4:30pm to 7:00pm
INFORMATION STANDS
Brimson Centre & St MacKillop Centre
COLLEGE TOURS
COMPLIMENTARY BBQ & ICE-CREAM
5:00pm & 6:00pm
PRINCIPAL’S ADDRESS
Brimson Centre
Parents! - Enrolment applicants for siblings (Years 5 & 7) looking at entry for 2017
must be submitted to the College Registrar, Philippa Sherwood by Friday 27th March, 2015
registrar@saintaug.nsw.edu | 9938 8223
PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE WORD.
COME & SEE OUR COLLEGE IN ACTION.
ALL WELCOME
*Some students may be helping at Open Day. Information will be communicated in due course.
Lianne Williams | Marketing Manager | lwilliams@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Currently interviewing for
Years 5 & 7, 2017
T: 9938 8200 | E: registrar@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Federal Parade Brookvale NSW 2100 | CRICOS No.03300G
www.saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Career Expo
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Stella Maris, Manly have invited St Augustine’s students
to their Career Expo on 10/3/15. The Expo runs from 4 –
7pm at the Benedict Campus, near the roundabout on
Pittwater Road, opposite Harris Farm. Representatives
from universities, TAFE, private colleges and employer
groups will be available. Senior students are encouraged
to attend and parents are most welcome.
Gap Year Programmes
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Student Exchange Australia and New Zealand is hosting
information sessions on 5/3/15 & 25/3/15.
Projects Abroad Volunteer Overseas information session is
on 30/3/15
Miscellaneous
•
Engineers Australia: 2015 Autumn School of Engineering is
held 13-17/4/15
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University of Notre Dame: Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor
of Surgery Information Session is on 22/3/15. The session
is designed to help prospective students learn more
about the admissions process, gain an overview of course
content, meet current students and view the facilities.
Work Experience at Fire and Rescue NSW provides
school students in Years 10 to 12 with the opportunity
to develop industry-specific and generic work skills in an
authentic work environment at the State Training College,
Alexandria.
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UNSW is hosting their Built Environment Parent and
Student Information Session on 25/3/15
UNSW School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
High School Work Experience Program is held 15-19/6/15
•
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UNSW Medicine information evening is on 12/3/15
University of Sydney Museum Work Experience Program
applications are now open
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It is advised that students wishing to study at ADFA apply
in year 11 as it is a competitive selection process which
may take up to 12 months to complete.
•
Sydney Aviators Open Day will be held on the 8/3/15 at
Bankstown Airport
•
McDonalds Brookvale is currently hiring new crew. Apply
via https://apply.mcdonalds.com.au/public/index.cfm
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The new look My Career Profile, from Myfuture, is a
personalised career exploration service that builds the
users career profile, explores career ideas, considers the
users career options and develops a career plan.
Universities
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Cadetships
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Cadetships provide cadets with paid employment while
they undertake university studies. This year Professional
Cadetships Australia will be offering the Business
Cadetships Program and the Engineering & Technology
Cadetships Program.
Private Colleges
•
Australian College of Physical Education is hosting a
Campus Tour on 10/3/15
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College of Event Management Information Session is on
27/3/15
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Sydney Design School Information Session is being held
26/3/15
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Australian College of Applied Psychology is hosting an
information session on 18/3/15
•
Academy of Information Technology Information Night is
on 17/3/15
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AIE Online Experience Day, held on 7/3/15, includes
overview sessions on the range of online courses in 3D
animation, game programming and game design offered
by AIE.
Further information on any of the above is available
from Paul McAlinden at the College.
Study Skills
Impact of reading
from a screen vs
printed material
Taken from an article by Dr Prue Salter
Students now spend a lot of time reading from a screen:
computers, kindle, mobile devices. The research into the
implications of this is still in the early stages, however current
evidence indicates that at this point in time print may be slightly
superior to the screen in relation to comprehension, learning,
retention and ease of use.
However, as screen technology continues to advance, interfaces
become increasingly intuitive and personal preferences change
as a result of early exposure to reading on a screen. Technology
is here to stay, so the key pieces of advice for students (and
parents) are listed below.
One of the best articles to read on this debate is by Jabr
(2013) The Reading Brain in the Digital Age: The Science of Paper
versus Screens http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.
cfm?id=reading-paper-screens
well. In many ways it is a matter of attitude, be open to learning
in many different ways and look for opportunities to improve
the way you learn in all mediums.
Target Goal Setting in Year 10
The new pilot programme for Year 10 students is underway
and parents have been emailed a goal setting pro-forma to
complete. Please email these back to the College with your
feedback by the 9th March. Interviews with House Leaders will
occur over the coming weeks.
This programme
aims to help
students manage
their own learning
and growth.
By setting,
monitoring and
reflecting on
their goals, they
gain a deeper
understanding
of their own
learning.
The success of this programme will come from the active
participation of all those involved.
In summary, advice for students and parents is to:
Elevate seminars
DEVELOP BOTH PAPER AND DIGITAL LITERACY SKILLS
Students need to develop their reading, comprehension and
learning skills in both arenas. They need to develop one set of
skills to build their competence in reading and learning from
paper, however they also need to develop a completely different
set of skills: digital literacy and navigation skills.
In the last three
weeks, Year
10 to Year 12
have attended
presentations
on study skills
from successful
students now
at university.
Students found
the seminars provided valuable advice and ideas relevant to
their year group.
CREATE OPPORTUNITIES TO MAINTAIN HANDWRITING
SKILLS In Australia there is comprehensive testing being
undertaken to look at holding both NAPLAN and final Year 12
examinations online. There are no indications as to when this
will take place. At this point in time, as tests and examinations
are still handwritten, students are advised that when it comes to
exam time, they should handwrite their study notes or if typed
then print them out when they are learning them. They should
also actively create opportunities to maintain their handwriting
skills, consciously choosing to handwrite at times when they
might normally type.
LEARN TO TOUCH TYPE Learning to touch type is a skill
that definitely pays off in the senior years in terms of saving
huge amounts of time. Click onto www.studyskillshandbook.
com.au where there are links to free “learning to touch type”
websites in the Technology Tools unit. Go to the end of this
page for username and password details.
The concept of ‘digital natives’ has been debunked (Bennett,
Maton & Kervin, 2008) and we cannot assume that all students
are comfortable with technology. Instead it is true that different
students will be at different points along this path. Students
need to keep both skill sets. In you have to write essays in an
exam without the aid of a computer, then you need lots of
practise in this area!
If you find it hard to remember what you are learning on the
screen then make notes on paper, but at the same time also look
to improve and develop your digital learning literacy skills as
Online Study Skills Handbook
The ELES Online
Study Skills
Handbook
provides an
interactive
online guide
for the school
community. To
access the handbook, go to www.studyskillshandbook.com.au
Login as a subscriber with these details:
username: staugustines
password: 146results
Up-Coming Events . . . Wednesday 4th March Years 7 & 8 Parent/Student Study skills Evening
To contact the Academic Advisors, Middle School students and
parents should email Kylie Bowra at kbowra@saintaug.nsw.edu.
au and Senior School students and parents should email Tricia
Briggs at tbriggs@saintaug.nsw.edu.au.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Please note the following information . . .
Absence from School
Daily Schedule
All students should arrive at the College by 8:40am in time for the commencement of Period 1 at 8:45 am. School finishes at
3:25 pm. The College Daily Schedule lists bell times and is published in the College Calendar. A copy is also included in this
diary.
Before and After School Supervision
Morning teacher supervision commences at 8.20am. Students arriving before 8.20am must remain quietly in the main
Quadrangle underneath the shade cloth next to the canteen until the commencement of teacher supervision.
Absences
If a student is absent from school, his parents / guardians are required to call the College by 9:00am on the first day of
absence. A signed parental note / email detailing the date or dates and the reason for his absence should be provided to
his Tutor/Core Teacher upon his return. This allows the College to fulfil statutory requirements regarding attendance records.
It is compulsory for all students to attend Reflection Days, Retreats, camps, the College Athletics Carnival,Swimming Carnival,
the relevant Celebration of Excellence Evening, College Walkathon and all other activities organised by the College. A
reminder SMS
message will be sent to parents if parental contact has not been received by 10.00am.
Late Arrivals
Any student arriving at school after the 8:40 am bell must report to the Front Office. Late students are required to sign
the Late Book and have their Student Diary stamped. On arrival to class, the diary must then be presented to the teacher.
Persistent lateness may result in students making up this time during Friday Detention. Only in exceptional circumstances
will problems with public transport be accepted as an excuse. Any student that attends a morning meeting with a member
of staff or music tuition and is unable to attend Period 1, must report to the Front Office to have their name marked. This will
ensure that a SMS text message is not generated unnecessarily.
Early Departures
Parents are asked, where possible, to arrange medical, dental and other appointments outside of school time. Should
parents wish their sons to leave school early on a particular day, an explanatory note to his House Formation Leader /
Student Formation Leader / Dean of Primary is required. The House Formation Leader / Student Formation Leader / Dean
of Primary will issue a leave pass to be presented to the Front Office prior to departure. Students are required to sign the
Early Departure Book and parents MUST collect their son from the Front Office. Students will not be permitted to leave the
College unaccompanied during school hours. If the student returns that same day, he must also sign back in on arrival.
Augustine Resource Centre (ARC)
The ARC (Library) is open until 6.00pm Monday to Thursday. Subject specific assistance is available during this time as
scheduled in the Tolle Lege. The ARC is available before school from 8.15am and at lunch time for student use. The ARC is
closed at recess.
Holiday and Special Leave Requests
Students are expected to be in attendance at the College for the entire term as gazetted in the College Calendar and Student
Diary. Parents requesting permission for extended holiday periods must seek permission from the Head of School in writing,
at least two weeks in advance. Unapproved absence on the last day of term will require the presentation of a medical
certificate.
Examinations
If a student is absent on the day of an assessment task (inclusive of examinations), his parents must notify the College on or
before the examination day. In such, cases, a medical certificate is required.
P&F President’s Report
On Sunday I had lunch with 3 other St Augustine’s families
at Garfish in Manly hosted by Mark Dickey from Garfish and
Bernard Smith from Wine Tragics. This was part of a prize we
bought at last year’s Foundation Spring Gala Dinner. We all had
a great time and enjoyed the day with people who are part of
the school community.
The day came about because both Mark and Bernard had
sought to contribute to the school community by giving
their time and service as auction prizes. There are many ways
in which we can all give to the school and help build the
community this was just one example. In coming weeks we
will have both the College Open Day and P&F Father and Son
Breakfast - I encourage you all to join and contribute either
on the day or, with the Father & Son Breakfast, beforehand in
helping organise the event. If you have any capacity for this
please contact P&F Event Co-ordinator Gabrielle McKinnon (see
below).
This week the P&F is holding our Term 1 Online Forum. This is a
great vehicle for those who cannot attend the P&F meeting but
still want to ask a question of the P&F or make a suggestion.
As the school is rolling out the new ATLAS portal, for this term,
we will carry out the forum through emails (next term we
should be back to the full online open forum via ATLAS). Please
email questions or suggestions to pandf@saintaug.nsw.edu.au.
We will reply to the emails and, where appropriate, publish the
question and answer in coming weeks.
(Roster and job description provided before the event)
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Set up: 3pm-4pm
Cooking, Serving and Welcoming: 4pm-5pm; 5pm-6pm;
6pm-7pm
Clean up: 7pm-8pm
Term 1: P&F Father & Son Breakfast
Week 10 Monday 30 March 7.30-8.45am
For this event we ask for our female community members to
volunteer so that the men can spend the morning with the
boys.
We are looking for people to volunteer to help with the initial
organization of this event. We need 3 or 4 people to work with
Gabrielle to do the preliminary organisational work. Please
contact Gabrielle on the details below.
If you can help as a volunteer on the day at the P&F Father and
Son Breakfast please contact Gabrielle McKinnon on
gabmck@bigpond.net.au
Diary date: Men will be asked to volunteer for the
Pink Breakfast in Term 4, Tuesday, 20 October.
P&F Meetings
If you have an item, question, suggestion for an information
topic for our P&F meetings please emailCraig Jackson at
PandF@saintaug.nsw.edu.au.
College Events, P&F Events, and Diary Dates:
P&F Class Parent and Year Group Representatives
Term 1: P&F Online Forum
Week 6 Monday 2 – Friday 6 March
Last Friday we held our Class Parents Morning Tea. This was
a wonderfully well-attended event where we were able to
welcome our Class Parents and Year Group Parents to the
College and thank them for their invaluable assistance in the
forthcoming year. Happily, almost all Year Group and Tutor
Groups are now represented, but we still have vacancies in 8.6,
8.8, 8.9, and 8.10. If you are interested in filling these roles or
would like to know more about the Class Parent programme,
please get in touch with Rosemary Cullen at
cpcoordinator@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Each Term the P&F holds an online forum for those parents who
cannot make it to a P&F meeting but have questions or issues
they would like to raise. This Term forum can be accessed
through the P&F email (above) next term we will be back to the
school portal. We try and respond to all issues raise.
Term 1: Open Day
Week 7 Friday March 13 4.30-7.00pm
Do you like a community barbeque?
Do you love to chat to people and answer queries?
Yes? Then we have a job for you!
The P&F supports the College Open Day by running the BBQ
which feeds the many visitors to the school. If you would like to
volunteer to assist please contact Gabrielle McKinnon
gabmck@bigpond.net.au.
I wish to extend my thanks to all those involved.
Craig Jackson
P&F President
pandf@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
ACADEMIC SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS
In an effort to further enhance the study culture that exists in the College, students are offered additional academic support after
school in the Augustine Resource Centre (ARC). The ARC is open for students in Years 5 - 9 until 5:00pm and until 6:00pm for
students in Years 10 - 12 on Monday to Thursday. We are fortunate to have a number of recent past scholars from the College,
including Keith Hardy, Jordan Candido and Josh Wigney, available to support students with their studies during these times.
Academic staff also generously make themselves available to assist boys. Students, particularly in Years 11 and 12, are encouraged
to stay on at school and complete their homework in study partnerships in our well-resourced library. It is a great opportunity for all
students to ask for help in areas where they may be struggling and also to consolidate work they have studied in class. All students
attending the ARC after school must have work to complete.
ARC RELIGIOUS EDUCATION HELP
ARC PRIMARY SCHOOL HELP
Mon
Mark Catanzariti
Wed
ARC LANGUAGES HELP
ARC MATHS HELP
DAY
Mon
Tues
Wed
Thurs
Wed
Tues 2
TEACHER
Dave Gale / Anna Harmer
Aleksi Kohonen
Carolyn Drew
Anna Hayes
TEACHER 7 - 9
Mon
Tues
Wed
Keith Hardy
Thurs
Monique Douglas
DAY
Wed
Thurs
Thurs
TEACHER 10 - 12
Kirsty Begg
Tricia Briggs
Asheeka Nand
Kirsty Begg
Tricia Briggs
Kirsty Begg
Asheeka Nand
TEACHER
Carolyn Drew Science/Physics/Chemistry
Graham Bruce Science/Physics
Sean McLean Science/Biology
ARC STUDY SUPPORT YEARS 7 – 9
DAY
Mon
Wed
TEACHER
Kylie Bowra
Kylie Bowra
ARC STUDY SUPPORT YEARS 10 – 12
DAY
Mon
Wed
Vicki Lewis
Library & Information Services Co-ordinator
CANTEEN
Aaron McLuckie Japanese 10 - 12
Claudia Angelucci Italian
ARC SCIENCE HELP
ARC ENGLISH HELP
DAY
Madeleine Conlon
TEACHER
Tricia Briggs
Tricia Briggs
Canteen Roster – Term 1, 2015
Thursday 5/3/15
Friday 6/3/15
Monday 9/3/15
Tuesday 10/3/15
Wednesday 11/3/15
Lauren Richardson
Janeen Kernot
Karen Ingram
Maria Caronna
Julie Londero
Katrina Harvey
Jeanene Kennedy
Diana Candido
Vanessa Huijsen
Zina Sgangarella
Ana Gleeson
Sonia Kervic
Jo Hood
Gina Farrage
Robyn Price
Sandy Blank
Kym Bult
Emma Herbert
Theresa Opadchy
Sue Jones
Jodie Moore
Jacinta King
Dear parents
We are now halfway through the term and so far feedback has been positive with the reduced menu.
Thank you to all parents that have been able to volunteer in our temporary canteen. We really value your time and energy. If you are unable to
make your rostered time, please contact me.
If you have a few hours spare or have friends who would like to join you on the canteen roster, please contact me.
Annabel Nelson
Canteen Co-Ordinator
T: 91269904 M: 0414638395 E: nelson.a@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
PARENT SEMINAR SERIES
Positive Parenting and
Restorative Practices Unpacked
Term 1
Tuesday, 10 March 2015
7.00pm – 8.30pm
St Augustine’s College – Auditorium
RSVP: Friday, 6 March 2015
ksimon@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
A parent evening titled “Positive Parenting with Restorative Language and
Practices” explores the challenges of parenting as well as provide an insight
into a variety of parenting styles.
Strategies and guiding principles are provided to encourage parents to
develop quality learning relationships, which contributes to the building wellbeing and resilient children.
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The evening provides parents with an opportunity to:
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Meet other parents and share common experiences
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Discuss the important role parents as the primary educator
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Share what we have learnt from our parents
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Understand the science of the human brain and behaviour
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Gain some insight on current studies on effective parenting styles that
reflect a Restorative approach
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Provide useful tips for parents with our children
Presenter, Maurizio Vespa has been an educator for 23 years in the Catholic
School system. He has a Masters in Education, Diploma in Teaching,
Graduate Diploma in Counselling, Certificate in Mediation and Conflict
Coaching. He is an accredited Triple P Parenting Facilitator and the Director of
Restorative Wellbeing.
He has worked with over 330 school communities across NSW, Victoria,
Queensland, Canberra and South Australia. Maurizio is currently on the
Board of Restorative Practices International and the Chairperson for the NSW
Chapter of RPI.
Maurizio Vespa
Do you want a feel good experience… fun with friends and a skill for life?
Then come and join the choir. No obligations, free sessions this week!
The NEW rehearsal times are:
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Junior School Choir (years 5 – 6) Mon and Thurs lunches (1st half) in the L1.2
Senior School Choir Tuesday 7.30 – 8.30am in the auditorium
CONTACT
Please contact Lynne Papahatzis to ensure that your email address is added to our systems. In your email, please let us know your
son’s name, and in which co-curricular ensembles/bands/choirs/activities he is involved.
OUR TOWN
Our Town Opens tonight! Many students have spent over one hundred hours putting this together, and it promises to be a
performance not to forget.
This production is in collaboration with Stella Maris College in Manly and will be staged at the ‘Star of the Sea Theatre’. Bookings
can be made here.
OPEN DAY
Open Day is Friday 13 March (4:30pm-7:00pm). All boys in the concert bands, stage bands (1 and 2), the choirs, bass guitar
ensemble, the drum line, Jazz Ensemble and selected Theatresportsmen will perform from 4:30-7pm. Please see the below
schedule for a rough order of performance times.
START 4:30
4:30-4:40
4:40-4:50
4:50-5:00
SPEECH 1 5:00
5:15-5:25
5:25-5:35
5:35-5:45
5:45-6:00
SPEECH 2 6:00
6:15-6:25
6:25-6:35
6:35-6:45
6:45-7:00
CLOSE 7:00
AUD
Brass Ensemble
Bass Guitar Ensemble
Choirs
Theatresports
Theatresports
Close
Quadrangle
SB2
PSCB
MSCB
SB1
SSCB
The Drum Line
JAZZ
MUSIC CAPTAIN AND SECTION LEADERS FOR 2015
We congratulate Charlie Sundborn, College Music Captain for 2015, and welcome him to this leadership role within the College.
Charlie is a dedicated and talented musician. He plays with Senior School Concert Band, The Jazz Ensemble and Stage Band 1 and
currently studying the HSC Music 2 and Related Course.
To Assist him in his role, we have selected Dave Brown (Year 11) and Liam Thomas (Year 11) as Percussion and Brass section leaders
respectively.
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE
DAY
MONDAY
MONDAY
MONDAY
MONDAY
TIME
7:30-8:30am
7:30-8:30am
Lunch 1 + 2
Lunch 1
ENSEMBLE
Stage Band 2
Stage Band 3
Bass Guitar Ensemble
Primary School Choir
AGE
Open
Primary School
Open
Primary School
VENUE
L1.1
AUD
L1.1
L1.2
STAFF
Montz
Power
Smith
Olz/Ling
TUESDAY
TUESDAY
TUESDAY
7:30-8:30am
7:30-8:30am
Lunch 1 + 2
Middle School Concert Band
Senior School Choir
The Drum Line (Percussion)
Middle School
Senior School
Open
BRI
AUD
L1.1
Power
Olz/Ling
Montz
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
WEDNESDAY
7:30-8:30am
7:30-8:30am
Lunch 1 + 2
Primary School Concert Band
Stage Band 1
Brass Ensemble
Primary School
Open
Open
L1.1
AUD
L1.1
Power
Montz
Ling
THURSDAY
THURSDAY
7:30-8:30am
Lunch 1
Senior School Concert Band
Primary School Choir
Senior School
Primary School
BRI
L1.2
Power
Olz/Ling
7:30-8:30am
Lunch 1 + 2
Jazz Ensemble
Guitar Ensemble
Open
Open
L1.1
L1.2
Montz
Montz
FRIDAY
FRIDAY
CONCERT BAND NEWS
For the last 3 Sundays the Concert Bands have been working
hard at workshops. Each workshop went for 5 hours and was
very constructive. Thanks to all the families who set aside the
time for their sons to attend. For those who were not there it is
imperative that you do a lot of extra practice at home so you are
not behind and let the other band members down.
The first performances for each group will be at Open Day on
Friday 13 March. See schedule below.
Thank you to those rowing and debating families who have
already let me know they will not be there to perform at Open
Day.
Primary Band Concert Band music link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/dnjjgc60z0p8lhk/AAC9Pohzm3jMHCDg1q52Jtya?dl=0
If your son is interested in this, please contact Joseph Montz to
find out more.
CHOIR REHEARSAL POSTPONEMENT
Please note that due to staff absence, Primary School Choir
rehearsal for lunch Thursday 12th March has been moved to
lunch Friday 13th March in the Auditorium.
THEATRESPORTS
Intermediate and Senior Theatresports teams will be selected
later in Term 1 and these teams will attend training and
compete in the Interschool’s Theatresports Competition TBA. LEARNING AN INSTRUMENT
Middle School Concert Band music link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bukssyxztvi4orp/
AAAkD086Sdyw02S_pLX0KxuKa?dl=0
If you would like to start learning an instrument in 2015, the
College provides several instrumental tutors. Please enroll by
contacting Lynne Papahatzis.
Senior School Concert Band music link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/iieixmw92p932gd/AABWE7UULSpLkAyjTxVo4yla?dl=0
INSTRUMENT DONATIONS
STAGE BANDS
We warmly invite any boy interested in extending their playing
to come to Stage Band. We have 3 Stage Bands at the College.
Stage Band 1 is for the established players at the College. Stage
Band 2 is mainly for boys in Middle and Senior School, and
Stage Band 3 is mainly aimed at Primary School students.
We currently have openings for the following instruments:
• Saxophones (Alto, Tenor and Baritone)
• Trumpet
• Trombone
• Rhythm Section (Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drum Set and Piano)
The College Music Department is always looking to acquire
instruments. Doesn’t matter how big or small it is, or whether it
is not in full working order, we’ll fix it up and find it a great new
home! If you have an instrument lying around unused, please
contact Joseph Montz.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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March 4 March 13
Joseph Montz
OUR TOWN OPENING NIGHT
Open Day
Performing Arts Co-ordinator
CROSS COUNTRY
Captain of the Boats, Zac Von Appen won the School Boy SIngle
Sculls with a personal best finishing time, showing outstanding
form.
The College Cross Country is being held tomorrow on Thursday
5 March at Brookvale Oval. Times have changed due to an
unavoidable schedule change with the Council. Please note the
following amended times:
Both Year 9 crews made the A final finishing 5th and 7th
respectively.
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Our Yr 10 eight split into a Yr 10 Four and Year 10 Quad. The Four
with Bjarne Ungemach, Felix Daddo, Dan Samus, Jack Donkers
with coxswain Monty Ravenscroft won by over 20 seconds.
Period 4: Secondary students
Period 5 & 6: Primary Students
Any secondary student wishing to compete in the event should
meet Mitchell Cooper on the College Oval at the beginning of
period 4.
Congratulations to all involved and all the best with your
preparations for the upcoming competition in Canberra as well
as the Nationals.
Primary students should go directly to their classroom at the
beginning of period 5 and then the class teachers will take all
Primary students to the College Oval to meet Mitchell Cooper.
RUGBY TRAINING
TWILIGHT AGE CHAMPIONSHIP
SWIMMING CARNIVAL
The Twilight Age Championship Swimming Carnival is being
held tomorrow (Thursday 5 March) at the Warringah Aquatic
Centre. The carnival commences at 7.00pm sharp and will
conclude at approximately 9.30pm. Swimmers should arrive at
6.30pm and report to Bob Ferguson or Anita Harris (Teachers in
Charge of Swimming).
School Rugby training for juniors (11 – 15 years age)
commences on Tuesday 10 March at Nolan’s Reserve, from
3.45pm – 5.00pm.
Buses are provided to transport the students from the College
to trainings, however students then need to be collected from
the oval. The buses do not come back to school.
Please click the following link for the programme of events:
Twilight Programme
School rugby training is compulsory and must have priority
over Club trainings at all times.
Students however, who have a clash with their College summer
sport commitment are excused from training, they must
continue to fulfil and complete their summer commitment.
Mouthguards and rugby boots are compulsory at training
sessions. Sports mouthguards are available from Dentex Dental.
Please email Alexi Petratos (Old Boy) and Peter Nouris to make
an appointment dentexdental@live.com or call on 9798 7777.
BASKETBALL
Any rugby clothing is permitted at trainings, students do not
need to wear the College jersey / shorts for training sessions.
Congratulations to all of the College ISA teams that competed
in the semi-finals last Saturday at Penrith. All teams had exciting
games and we are very proud to have all teams progressing
through to the Finals on Saturday 7 March.
AUSTRALIAN SPORTS CAMPS
Students have been notified by email if they have been selected
to compete at this event.
For all game times and detailed information please refer to
summary from Emma Donnellan, Teacher in Charge of ISA
Basketball.
ROWING
Congratulations must also be given to all of our College Rowers
who also had an exceptional day on Sunday at the NSW
Schoolboy Championships, Head of the River. All competitors
rowed admirably.
Highlights were:
Year 10 eight with Bjarne Ungemach, Felix Daddo, Dan Samus,
Peter Brongo, Zac Alford, Harry Hronopoulos, Kieran Riach,
Jack Donkers and coxswain Monty Ravenscroft won Silver in
the first school boy eights division, qualifying for the Australian
Championships in three weeks time.
Australian Sports Camps invite participants from St Augustine’s
College to attend their Autumn 2015 Rugby Union Programmes
during the April School Holidays.
Venue: UNSW Playing Fields & St Joseph’s College,
Hunters Hill
The programmes cater for all ages and abilities (6 – 17 Years).
The senior programme focuses on refining skills with smaller
groups, senior coaches and video reporting. The programmes
cover all facets of Rugby Union and are designed to improve
participant footy skills and maximise enjoyment.
Please contact the ASC directly on 1300 914 368 or email
admin@australiansportscamps.com.au if you would like further
information.
John Papahatzis
Head of Sport & Co-Curricular
CRICKET
BASKETBALL
COMPETITION DRAW
ISA BASKETBALL SEMI FINALS
Please visit the MWJCA website for updated draw information
and ground locations.
In the ISA semi-finals all five St Augustine’s teams played at
Penrith Sports Centre at Cambridge Park to secure a spot in the
Grand Finals which will be held next weekend.
http://manlyjuniorcricket.nsw.cricket.com.au/ Click on “Matches” and across to “Fixture” to see draws page.
Select your age group and Division from “Grade” section and hit
“Go” and it will bring up your teams’ draw. Subsequent Rounds
will be added closer to the next rounds.
CRICKET BAT HANDLE RE-GRIPPING
ny boy looking to spice up their bat this season with some
colour, bring it in to the PE office for same day service. Only
$10 fully fitted. Colours include Pink, red, black, white, and
green.
CRICKET TRIVIA
Congratulations to Bernard Smith (again!) who correctly
answered Justin Langer as the only Test cricketer to outscore
the entire opposition in both innings of a Test match. Langer
did this against Pakistan (191 in the 1st innings and Pakistan
made 172. 97 in the second innings & Pakistan made 72) This
week’s question: How many times in Test cricket has the No.
11 batsman been the top scorer for their team? Email me the
names of the batsmen for your chance to win!
CRICKETERS OF THE WEEK
Congratulations to Harry Brock (75) and Lachlan Charles (97
not out) of the U16-18 Reds who contributed to a great team
total of 248 against Wakehurst on Saturday. Last week, to go
with his 65 runs, Lachlan Morley claimed 5-6 off 4 overs with
one maiden. Great spell of bowling!
Down in the U13 Golds match, after wicketkeeping for the first
half of the match, Lachlan Burgess
came on to bowl a perfect line and length claiming 5-6 off 4
overs - 3 bowled, 1 LBW and 1 caught behind. Very impressive.
MANLY MINIBASH VICTORIES
Well done to the U16-18 Reds who claimed this year’s title with
a close win over The St Augustine’s Gold team in the Final at
Nolan Reserve on Thursday. Nick Osborne was named Player
of the Final. The U14 Golds also won their T20 Grand Final
during the week. Well done to all the St Augustine’s teams who
participated in this great initiative by the MWJCA.
MARK TAYLOR SHIELD TRIALS
Yr 5 and Yr 6 cricketers of a high standard are invited to trial
for this year’s Mark Taylor Shield XI. The trial will take place
on Wednesday 4th March at the Brookvale nets (3:30pm –
5:20pm). Interested boys must register their name before the
trial at the PE staffroom in the Brimson Centre.
James Scholtens
TiC Cricket
jscholtens@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
In the U13’s, after a slow start Saints were down early, however they got into rhythm and gradually took control of the
match giving St Pat’s limited opportunities to score. Great team
defence and rebounding from all players saw Saints edge in
front. Zack Kimball, Nick Sidery and Ben Porter controlled
the back court while Tom Latu, Jack Reddy and Banjo Talbot
were tough inside. Tom West, Jacob Ratcliff, Daniel Ala and
Joe Purvis displayed some great attacking skills and drives to
see Saints take out the match 36-24, well done to all boys and
good luck in next week’s Grand Final.
The U14’s were down 6-0 at the beginning of the game against
a determined Oakhill side, however after some good team play
Saints came out firing later in the first half and were able to
keep their lead and improve on it during the second, winning
the Semi Final 21-14. All boys worked hard and proved why
they are the team to beat in the competition. Stand out performances this weekend were given by Luis Ross and Eromon
Uadiale, who were outstanding in the post and on the boards
and Jake Fisher, who lead the team from the point, impressively
brought the ball up the court through Oakhill’s intense press,
and controlled the tempo of the game. This week the U14’s will
be preparing to face an extremely physical Saint Pat’s in the
Grand Final, good luck to all players.
The U15’s took on Redfield College over the weekend in semifinal action in Penrith. After a slow start, the boys stormed to
a double digit half-time lead, aided by Tom Massey’s sharp
shooting from long range, and some tight half-court defence.
Not wanting to give Redfield any hope of clawing their way
back in this one, the boys went on a 20-2 run in the first 7 mins
of the 2nd half to expand the margin to 30points. In the end
it was a comfortable win, with the boys earning a spot in the
finals next Saturday against Oakhill College. Aiden Pashley, Will
Wiggins, and Sam Porter lead all scorers with double figures.
Final Score Saints 73-22.
The U17’s struggled in both matches against Oakhill in the
regular season pipping them at the post both times. On Saturday they came out with plenty of focus and applied pressure
from the tipoff with well executed offense unselfish play and
great team defence putting a margin on Oakhill in the first five
minutes which they never recovered from. With Matt Helm,
Rory Fowler, Louie Hudson, Seamus Frazer and Anthony De
Lorenzo leading the way. Lachlan Channell, Brayden Capstick,
Sam Brooker, Lachlan Mitrovich and Mark Bourke followed suit
giving Oakhill not a chance. A great team win where everyone
contributed, final score Saints 39-11. In the College Firsts Saints came out with focus and intensity
and gave St Pat’s little opportunity with tight defence and
well executed offense building a 10-2 lead early. Ben Marr
unstoppable, Brock Bogg and Ben Woollett controlling the
boards. In the 2nd quarter Saints zone defence worked well
early but St Pat’s found some holes having a mini run to level
the scores at halftime. Saints held their intensity in the third
quarter with some great play to find team mates open as Saints
pulled away again. Isaiah Lee found his range from the three point area, Denis Radosevic and Ben Marr found Ben Woollett and Brock
Bogg inside for some nice finishes while Angus Richmond was tough on the boards. The final quarter saw Saints keep intensity and
build an 18 point lead, all players playing well. Final Score Saints 60-45.
IPSHA
Our IPSHA teams played The Kings School at their outdoor courts in Parramatta.
The Year 5’s were in a very close match with tough defence from both teams, Saints did well in a tight one to get the win. Final
Score Saints 16-15.
The Year 6’s had a great game where team defence and fast breaks were a really a big factor. Joseph Chilcott made some good steals
and finished off with some good drives to the basket. Eden Massey and Scott Walters with solid defence resulting in fast break points.
Liam Painter and Lachlan Cameron had some good offensive rebounds and great combinations between Jed Walsh, Dylan Richmond
and Noa Faatui saw Saints come away with the win 32-24.
Year 7 Preseason @ St Pius X
Our top Year 7 teams took on the best from St Pius on the weekend at their annual preseason competition. Both teams went
down in tough encounters, however showed signs of great skill development and team work. The second round of this
tournament will take place this Saturday where we look to improve on last week’s results.
This Week…
ISA Basketball Grand-Finals Saturday 7th February, 2015
All games will be held at Penrith Basketball Stadium
Address: Herbert Street, Cambridge Park
SAC Team
Opposition
Game Time
Court
Duty
U13
Oakhill U13
10:30am
5
1 person from each team to do duty- manager to allocate
U14
St Pat’s U14
11:30am
2
1 person from each team to do duty- manager to allocate
U15
Oakhill U15
12:30pm
2
1 person from each team to do duty- manager to allocate
U17
St Pat’s U17
1:30pm
2
1 person from each team to do duty- manager to allocate
1 V
Oakhill 1 V
1:30pm
1
1 person from each team to do duty- manager to allocate
ST
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IPSHA Round 5- Saturday 7th March, 2015
AWAY Vs Newington College
Address: 200 Stanmore Road, Stanmore
SAC Team
Opposition
Game Time
Court
Duty
Year 5
Newington B
10:30am
Newington New Gym
N/A
Year 6
Newington A
11:15am
Newington New Gym
N/A
Year 7 Preseason Round Robin- Saturday 7th March, 2015
AWAY Vs St Pius X College
Address: Dreadnought Rd, OXFORD FALLS
SAC Team
St Augustine’s Suns
Opposition
St Pius X
Game Time
10:00am
Court
2
Duty
N/A
St Augustine’s Hawks
St Pius X
10:00am
1
N/A
Emma Donnellan
ISA Basketball TIC
ROWING
Two Gold and one Silver at Head of the River
Our first Yr 9 crew of Marcus Oates, Kieran Riach, Connor
Hopkins, Patrick Easson and coxswain Kyle Riach, qualified
for the A-Final in the first Yr 9 quad scull division. Stroke,
Kieran Riach, had the Yr10 eight race only one hour before
and the crew finished 5th in this strong field. The second Yr
9 crew of Harry Nasby, Torben Ungemach, Tom Croxford
and Lachlan Brain and coxswain Finn Mitchell also made
the A-Final and finished 7th.
The Yr 8 squad was challenged in the lead up to this
regatta. Injuries, absence and crew members filling in Yr
9 crews lead to a mixed crew, which had not rowed in this
combination before. The crew rowed a strong heat, but was
short to qualify for the A-Final.
Yr 10 Four GOLD: Bjarne Ungemach, Felix Daddo, Dan Samus, Jack
Donkers - cox: Monty Ravenscroft
The St Augustine’s squad raced in the NSW School Boy
Championship last weekend, also known as the Head of the
River.
It was the first time St Augustine’s boated a Yr. 10 eight
(with Bjarne Ungemach, Felix Daddo, Dan Samus, Peter
Brongo, Zac Alford, Harry Hronopoulos, Kieran Riach,
Jack Donkers and coxswain Monty Ravenscroft) in the
first school boy eights division. St Joseph’s College was
the favourite and as expected they went out the fastest.
A battle for silver evolved between Scots College and St
Augustine’s, with Scots leading by a bow canvas at the half
way mark. The signature push for 10 strokes at the 1000m
mark saw our boys surging past Scots and developing it into
a solid lead of one boat length. St Augustine’s won Silver
behind St Joseph’s. With the time of 6min 26sec, our boys
qualified for the Australian Championships in three weeks.
The second race was our Captain of the Boats - Zac von
Appen, representing our College in the School Boy Single
Sculls. He won his heat superbly and qualified to race on
one of the middle lanes in the final. Zac von Appen faced
strong competition from sculling power houses like Kinross,
Newcastle Grammar and Sydney Rowing Club. Zac led the
field strongly and managed to win this race by over 6 boat
lengths. The finish time was his personal best and shows
his outstanding form this season.
In the afternoon our Yr 10 squad got back on the water, this
time the eight split into a Yr10 Four and Yr.10 Quad. The
Four with Bjarne Ungemach, Felix Daddo, Dan Samus,
Jack Donkers and coxswain Monty Ravenscroft won by
over 20 seconds! over Kinross, Redlands, Sydney Boys
High and Cranbrook.
Next weekend, training will be conducted at our sheds
before the entire squad goes to Canberra for the ACT
Championships.
The Rowing Committee
Attention swimmers
(Years 7-12)
If you would like your son considered for the following events,
could you please email Anita Harris official times (i.e. ones that
can be found on the Swimming Australia website). They need to
be Long Course times.
The ISA will then select the fastest swimmers from those who
have asked to be considered.
I will need the times by Thursday 5th March.
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100m Backstroke, breastroke, butterfly
200m Backstroke, Breaststroke, butterfly
400m Freestyle & IM
800m Free & 1500m free (these are both open events so
it is unlikely that you will be selected if you are a junior
swimmer)
Anita Harris
Swimming
School Boys Single - GOLD: Zac von Appen - School Boy
Single Scull Champion
FUTSAL
Congratulations to all teams that made the semi finals last week and to those who will be playing this week in catch up rounds , semis
and finals.
Would all players please ensure they return their playing shirts ASAP
Draw for this week . . .
Tuesday
Wednesday
Tuesday
U/11 Div 2
Semi Final
5pm
Saints Red Devils
V
Lizards
Final
6-15pm
5pm
Saints
V
Saints Tigers
5pm
Tika Taka
V
Saints Lads
Semi Final
6-30pm
Toe Nails
V
Saints Seals
Final
7-15pm
4-30pm
Seaforth
V
Saints Robins
5pm
Man Utd
V
Saints Lads
5-30pm
Curly
V
Saints Lions
U/12 Div2
U/13 Div 1
U/13 Div 2
U/13 Div 3
Monday
Saints Super Hoops
V
Saints Royals
Soccer Freaks
V
Saints Owls
5-30pm
Saints Foxes
V
Mosman High
6-30pm
Saints Hammers
V
Saints Eagles
7pm
Saints Hatters
V
Mosman High
4-30pm
Saints Daggers
V
Green St
5pm
Saints Gunners
V
Thunderbolts
U/14 Div 1
U/14 Div 2
U/14 Div 3
Friday
5-30pm
6pm
U/15 Div 3
5-30pm
Saints Glaziers
V
Dee Why
6pm
Saints Dragons
V
Footbrawlers
6-30pm
Saints Cottagers
V
Raging Bulls
Saints Diamonds
V
Marist
SPC White
V
Saints Barcelona
Lord Welbeck
V
Saints United
Hurricanes
V
Saints Clarets
Semi Finals
5-30pm
6-15pm final
Thursday
U/16 Div 2
Semi Finals
5pm
6-15pm Final
Friday
U/18 Div 2
Final
7-45pm
U/18 Div 3
Final
8-30pm
Water Polo
FOOTBALL (SOCCER)
We are currently going through the process of selecting and
grading teams in both Open and Intermediate Divisions. By its very nature, this process can cause some feelings of
disappointment among boys and often parents as well. This is
particularly so when it also means that some boys will miss out
on a spot in a team altogether. As things stand, we have been
able to accommodate all boys in the Open Division, but with
almost 70 boys registered in Intermediate (Years 8 &9), this will
unfortunately not be possible. We have the right to enter two
teams into the competition (22 players), and it is quite likely that
we will be able to enter a third team (another 11 players) leaving
us some way short of being able to accommodate everyone. As
with most team selections, there will be very little between the
last few boys who make the squad and the first few boys who
miss out.
Team Selection
I am regularly in conversation and negotiation with the
Administrator of the competition to obtain more opportunities
for our boys to participate and I will take every chance to do
so. Please be understanding of the difficulties involved in this
process.
Open
Training has started, will a very strong attendance at the first
session on Wednesday 25 February. Training Time: Wednesdays Warringah Aquatic Centre, 7am –
8am. A bus will bring the boys to school at the end of training.
Boys will be notified by an e-mail to parents which team they are
in.
Intermediate
The preliminary selection process concluded today, Thursday 5
March. From this process, 33 boys will proceed to be graded into
teams. These will occur on the following days:
Year 9 – Monday 9 March straight after school. A bus will
transport the boys to Warringah Aquatic Centre and parents will
need to make arrangements to collect their son from the pool at
5pm.
Year 8 – Monday 23 March straight after school. A bus will
transport the boys to Warringah Aquatic Centre and parents will
need to make arrangements to collect their son from the pool at
5pm.
As in the past, boys will be placed into teams for the season and
there is no possibility for any boy to change teams for any
reason. Should any boy withdraw for a team or if additional
opportunities become available, the next boys on the list will be
placed into vacant positions.
Paul Hull
TiC Water Polo
Team lists have been posted on the Football notice board
located in the stairwell near the front College office. Students
can collect a note of their team list from outside the PE
staffroom.
The numbers of students wanting to play football in 2015 has
again increased adding to the huge task of team selections.
Ideally we would love to place players in a team they all want to
play in, realistically this is not always the case. Decisions must
be made which most players may be happy about but also may
disappoint some. For grading’s we enlist volunteers who have
experience in football, coaching or playing to help make these
tough decisions. Please keep this in mind with team selections.
The next step is to find a coach and manager for every team.
Unfortunately we do not have enough resources at the College
to cover most teams and rely heavily on volunteers from parents
for these roles. Each team in the Manly Warringah Football
Association requires a team coach and manager.
Teams cannot start training until a team coach has been
appointed. If you can help or have any questions please don’t
hesitate to contact me.
Below is a list of teams still in need of a coach and/or manager
11’s Team 2 : Coach and Manager
11’s Team 3 : Coach
12’s Team 2 : Coach and Manager
12’s Team 3 : Coach
13’s Team 1 : Manager
13’s Team 2 : Coach and Manager
13’s Team 3 : Coach and Manager
14’s Team 2 : Manager
14’s Team 3 : Coach and Manager
14’s Team 4 : Coach and Manager
14’s Team 5 : Coach and Manager
14’s Team 6 : Coach and Manager
15’s Team 1 : Manager
15’s Team 2 : Manager
15’s Team 3 : Coach and Manager
15’s Team 4 : Coach and Manager
15’s Team 5 : Coach and Manager
16’s Team 1 : Manager
16’s Team 2 : Coach and Manager
16’s Team 3 : Coach and Manager
16’s Team 4 : Coach and Manager
18’s Team 1 : Manager
18’s Team 2 : Manager
18’s Team 4 : Coach and Manager
18’s Team 5 : Coach and Manager
18’s Team 6 : Coach and Manager
Volunteer Needed
St Augustine’s Football cannot operate without the help of
parent volunteers
Grounds Co-Coordinator: We are in need of someone to look
after Passmore Reserve field set-up and pack down throughout
the season. If you can help with any of the above roles please
contact Chris Gray at the College via email.
Upcoming Events
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Saturday 4th April : First competition game
Chris Gray
TicFootball (Soccer)