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From the PrincipalDear members of the Sacred Heart College community

I trust that a fine Easter break and celebration was had by all families across the Sacred Heart Community?

Yesterday was a significant day as we commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dr Martin Luther King’s assassination. To mark the occassion, all Homerooms were provided with the following reflection based on Nicholas Hutchinson’s book Praying Each Day of the Year.

Martin Luther King Jr was a Baptist minister and Civil Rights Leader from the 1950’s and 1960’s. He became involved in trying to get people to change their attitude of hatred and prejudice. He always preached non-violence despite the threats, bombings, stabbings and other violence that was done to him. On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King was shot dead.

He said “Love is the only force capable of transforming an enemy into a friend.”

In the United States of the 1960’s, people were still segregated (separated) according to their colour. Those of other colour were kept at a distance from whites. Only whites could sit at the front of buses. In restaurants and cafes, people were kept apart according to colour. There were white-only schools. Most blacks were not allowed to vote.

One of his best-known speeches was delivered at the largest rally ever held in the United States - when a quarter of a million people gathered in Washington in a Civil Rights demonstration.

Issue 5, 2018 Thursday 5 April 2018 (Week 10, Term 1)

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From the Principal 1ANZAC Day 3Parent Forum with Sonya Ryan 3NAPLAN 2018 4431ACU Robotics Biv 5Cycle 4 Sam 6Entertainment Books 7Careers Newsletter 7College Uniform Shop 7What’s On? 8

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From the Head of Champagnat Campus 9Host Families - Musashino Girls’ School 11Hallett Cove 11Year 6 & 9 12Marymount Canteen Roster 13

MIDDLE SCHOOL

From the Assistant to the Principal - Champagnat Project 14The Rite Journey 15Middle School Canteen Roster 16

SENIOR SCHOOL

From the Head of Senior School 17e-Learning News #1 18VET Q and A 19

COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

With Sympathy 20The Southern Cross 20Host Family Required (short term) 20

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He said “I have a dream, that one day on the red hills of Georgia, sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave-owners, will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood. I have a dream, that my four little children will one day live in a nation, where they will not be judged by the colour of their skin but by the content of their character. I have a dream today.”

Click here for some of the actual footage of this momentous day.

The following is part of a sermon preached by Martin Luther King, two months before he was assassinated on 4 April 1968. A tape recording of him preaching that sermon was played at his own funeral. These were his words, played back for everyone to hear:

“Every now and then I think about my own death and I think about my own funeral. If any of you are around when I have to meet my day, I don’t want a long funeral. And if you get somebody to deliver the eulogy, tell them not to talk too long. Every now and then I wonder what I want them to say. Tell them not to mention that I have a Nobel Peace Prize - that isn’t important. Tell them not to mention that I have three or four hundred other awards - that’s not important.

I’d like somebody to mention that day, that Martin Luther King tried to give his life serving others. I’d like for somebody to say that day, that ‘Martin Luther King tried to love somebody.’ I want you to say that day, that I ‘did try to feed the hungry; that I did try, in my life, to visit those who were in prison.’ I want you to say that I ‘tried to love and serve humanity.’ I won’t have any money to leave behind. I won’t have the fine and luxurious things of life to leave behind. But I just want to leave a committed life behind.”

Perhaps President Obama sums it up when he states “His words belong to the ages, possessing a power and prophecy unmatched in our time!”

Amen!

Steve ByrnePrincipal

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Parent Forum - Online Safety Presentation with Sonya Ryan

ANZAC DayANZAC Day Eve Mass – Tuesday 24 AprilANZAC Day is an important date not only in the Australian calendar but also in our Catholic Calendar. Each year, Archbishop Philip Wilson celebrates the ANZAC Day Vigil Mass in St Francis Xavier’s Cathedral at 5.45pm. For more information, please contact the Catholic Diocesan Centre.

James GillDirector of Marist Mission

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NAPLAN 2018Students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in schools across Australia will participate in national literacy and numeracy tests in May. At Sacred Heart, the tests will occur on Tuesday 15 May, Wednesday 16 May, Thursday 17 May and Friday 18 May. The tests - the National Assessment Program: Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), are a government requirement. They provide students, teachers and parents with specific information about what students know and can do in some aspects of literacy and numeracy.

It is anticipated that all students will participate in the tests. If you feel you child may require any form of adjustment to enable them to access the NAPLAN tests, please contact Leanne Carr at Marymount Campus or Sean Perry at Middle School to discuss possible provisions that could be made to ensure your child is catered for.

• NAPLAN tests are administered simultaneously in all schools across Australia.

• The aspects of literacy assessed are: reading, writing and conventions of language (including spelling, punctuation and grammar).

• The aspects of numeracy assessed are: number, algebra, function and pattern, measurement, chance and data, and space.

• Students do not have to learn specific skills for NAPLAN tests.

• Students have an opportunity to become familiar with the NAPLAN tests and with ways of showing their answers to questions before they do the tests.

• NAPLAN individual student reports are expected to be ready for distribution to parents/caregivers during September.

If you have any questions regarding the NAPLAN tests, please direct them to us prior to Monday 7 May. If we do not hear from you, the College will be expecting your child to attend and complete the tests from 15-18 May.

Sean Perry Kate Bawden Leanne CarrMiddle School Marymount Campus Marymount Campus Director of Teaching & Learning/ Director of Teaching & Learning Learning Enrichment Coordinator Learning Enrichment Coordinator katebawden@shc.sa.edu.au leannecarr@shc.sa.edu.auseanperry@shc.sa.edu.au

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431ACU Robotics BivFrom 23-25 March, over the span of 3 days and 2 nights, the majority of the Sacred Heart College 431 Army Cadet Unit took part in the Robotics Course.

During this course the cadets went through real life scenarios, using robots they had to specifically program, in order to transport rations, water and medical supplies along a small demo field. Two of the robots successfully traveled to the correct destination, whilst the remaining robot was unintentionally programed to become a ‘battle bot’ and took down the Opposing Forces robot, sacrificing itself.

In the span of this course, the cadets were taught how robots are currently being used and the future in the AAC (Australian Army Cadets) and the ADF (Australian Defence Force), including why they are potentially superior to humans. The cadets learnt how to program a robot to do many things, the main ones being traveling through a maze and difficult terrain, picking up and throwing objects and much more.

This course displayed strong teamwork and built many bonds. In order to successfully complete the tasks handed to them, the cadets had to work together and show good communication skills.

While the cadets were being taught robotics, the recruits were out learning about the things a cadet does while in the field. The recruits stayed outside and were slightly damp due to the rain on the last night. Though they also learnt navigation, some medical skills, initiative and gained the ability to blend in with their surroundings, enabling them to observe people and gather information.

“The biv was well planned out and I enjoyed meeting people from other units and learning about robotics.” Cadet Alyssa Vincenzi

“Fun and I want to do it again.” Cadet Eadi Venning-Smith

“The truth is that teamwork is the heart of great achievement.” Cadet Megan Blyth

“It was an amazing opportunity to learn things that we wouldn’t be able to in our normal lives.” Lance Corporal Zoe Hyde

“It was so much fun.” Recruit Noah Hyde

“I learnt so many things and made heaps of friends.” Recruit Ben Hyde

Cadet Megan BlytheMarymount, 9 Thunderbirds

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Cycle 4 SamSausage Sizzle Fundraiser “Cycle 4 Sam” who proudly support the WCH Palliative Care Unit

Wednesday 11 April 2018 Sacred Heart Middle School & Marymount Campus at Lunchtime

The Sam Roberts Family Fund is dedicated to the memory of Sam Roberts who passed away on 19 April 2005 at the age of 4 years 10 months. Sam fought a courageous battle with Niemann-Pick Disease Type C, a rare neurological degenerative disease of which there is no cure. There are only 500 known cases of this disease in the world.

The Sam Roberts Family Fund proudly supports the Paediatric Palliative Care Service of the Adelaide Women's and Children's Hospital. In particular, The Sam Roberts Family Fund supports families in South Australia who have children battling rare diseases.

Now holding a charity cycling event every two years in which a small group of enthusiastic cyclists ride extreme distances to raise money, The Sam Roberts Family Fund to date have raised over $650,000.

This event is special to another person in our school community, Mr Trimboli. He is one of the cyclists taking part in the event and we would like to show our support to him.

As a fundraiser for this event, both Sacred Heart Middle School and Marymount Campus will be holding a sausage sizzle next Wednesday 11 April. For $2, a sausage in bread can be purchased at lunchtime.

Thank you in anticipation for supporting this event. I would like to thank the College for their support and for kindly donating many of the products for the event. I would also like to thank The Meat Market on South Road, Edwardstown for sponsoring this event and donating many of the sausages.

For more information regarding Cycle 4 Sam and this year’s upcoming ride, please look at these websites:www.cycle4sam.com | www.youtube.com

If you would like to make a donation to Mr Trimboli’s fundraising page please do so via the following link:http://my.wchfoundation.org.au/marcustrimboli

Hudson YeoYear 8 Student

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Entertainment BooksOrder the NEW 2018 | 2019 Entertainment Book or Entertainment Digital Membership and you will receive 100s of valuable offers for everything you love to do and you will also be supporting SHC fundraising. PLUS, pre-order now to receive over $150 of bonus Early Bird Offers (hurry, these sell out quickly). Priced at $70, you have the choice of purchasing the Entertainment Book with gold card and vouchers OR the Digital Membership (for your Apple or Android device). Pre-order by paying online using your credit card right now. Offers for digital memberships and book collection are expected by Week 11 of this term. Each book raises $13 for Remar to use for social justice projects - so it’s a great cause.

To purchase online, visit the Entertainment Book website for Sacred Heart Senior or Marymount Campus. For enquiries please contact Karen Bailey (SHCS) karenbailey@shc.sa.edu.au or Coralie Bandiera (MC) coraliebandiera@shc.sa.edu.au

Careers NewsletterPlease view our latest edition of the SHC Careers Newsletter https://www.shc.sa.edu.au/careers-newsletters.html

College Uniform Shop43 Oaklands Road, Somerton Park Telephone: 8350 2586 MasterCard, Visa Card and EFTPOS available

APRIL Holiday Trading TimesOpen daily from Thu 19 April.Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 1.00pm - 6.00pm Wednesdays 8.00am - 4.30pm Saturdays 9.00am - 1.00pmClosed Sundays, Public Holidays.

Term 2 Trading TimesTuesdays 1.00pm - 6.00pm Wednesdays 8.00am - 4.30pm Thursdays 1.00pm - 6.00pm

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WHOLE SCHOOL MARYMOUNT CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL SENIOR SCHOOL

Fri 11 MayFounders Day Liturgy 9.00am - 11.00amMission March (to Seacliff & return) 11.00am - 1.45pmEarly Dismissal 1.45pm

Mon 9 - Thu 12 AprilY7 Canberra Tour

Fri 13 AprilTerm 1 concludes 3.15pm

Mon 30 AprilTerm 2 commences 8.35am

Fri 4 - Sun 6 MayGenerations in Jazz (Mount Gambier)

Tue 8 MayMother’s Day Assembly 10.30am

Tue 15 - Thu 17 MayNAPLAN

Fri 13 AprilGNA Assembly (the Hall) 9.00am - 10.00amTerm 1 concludes 3.15pm

Mon 30 AprilTerm 2 commences 8.40am

Mon 14 MayY7 Celebration of Significant Women 9.00am - 10.00am

Tue 15 - Thu 17 MayNAPLAN

Mon 21 MayParent Teacher Interviews 3.30pm - 8.15pm

Tue 22 MayWhole School Photo’s

Wed 23 MayParent Teacher Interviews 3.30pm - 6.30pm

Thu 24 MayCollege Tour 9.15am - 10.30am

Thu 5 AprilY12 PTN (Function Centre) 4.15pm - 7.15pm

Sat 7 AprilY12 Formal (Adelaide Entertainment Centre) 6.30pm - 11.00pm

Mon 9 AprilY10/11 PTN (Function Centre) 2.15pm - 7.15pm

Wed 11 AprilY10 RAA Street Smart High (Convention Centre) 8.45pm - 3.30pmParent Info Night - Kirrilee Smout (Debourg Centre) 7.00pm - 8.30pm

Fri 13 AprilTerm 1 concludes 3.30pm

Mon 30 AprilTerm 2 commences 8.40am

Wed 2 MayANZAC Assembly (Marist Hall) 9.00am - 10.20amP&F Meeting 7.00pm - 8.00pm

Fri 4 - Sun 6 MayGenerations in Jazz (Mount Gambier)

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From the Head of Champagnat CampusEasterThe Easter celebration calls us to reflect on the Easter Mystery, the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The events of Easter are central to our Christian faith and the basis of our mission as a Catholic College, of bringing our young people to a deeper understanding and faith in Jesus as our God and savior.

Marymount celebrated Holy Week and the importance of Easter with ritual and creativity. Our girls were connected with the story, allowed to be imaginative and at other times were encouraged to quietly sit with the mystery. They raised money for Project compassion through their Caritas Café, Walk for Water campaign, a coin line of Hope and last but not least an Easter raffle. The girls also participated in learning activities that focused on the Gospel narrative. We gathered on Holy Thursday to reflect upon the Easter message through a visual re-enactment of the last supper. The use of contemporary, reflective music and simple props were clever theatrical elements which connected our girls to the Easter story. We gathered again on Tuesday for our Easter liturgy. The message was simple and confirmed our commitment to being Easter People, forever joyful and hopeful in the presence of God’s love for us.

As we return to school this week, renewed by the joy of Easter and the Resurrection, let us be reminded of Jesus’ example of compassion towards others and the behaviours of a compassionate community – tolerance, acceptance, empathy, forgiveness and honesty. We have the unique chance to practice these values every day and to be true disciples of Jesus.

Swimming CarnivalThe SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre was a bursting with energy last Monday as we gathered for our Marymount Swimming Carnival. The House Captains arrived early to decorate their areas, they were all determined to win. It was wonderful to see House spirit come alive with many girls dressing up for the mascot competition. The day kicked off with a health hustle led by the MLG, which was lots of fun. Houses erupted with cheer as the girls jumped into the pool to launch the day. It was House Spirit at its best. A wonderful way to begin our Swimming Carnival.

The day was just extraordinary. Student attendance and participation was high. Our girls tried their best in both the race events and games, competing for House points. Polding were just too strong and took out the shield for a 10th consecutive time. They just didn’t give up and had maximum participation in every event. Adamson took out the Roma Hayward Team Spirit Shield.

I congratulate our House Captains and MLG on their leadership, they were truly outstanding, as were all our girls. I would like to thank our CEA Coordinator Alex Tilley and Tracey Tapscott for their leadership in organising this important community event. I also extend my gratitude to the parent volunteers, without you the Swimming Carnival would not be possible. Many families came in support - it was great to see you there!

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We also congratulate some very talented Age Champions...

Year 6Age Champion: Quincy Cormack (Polding) Runner Up: Kate Poland (McLaughlin)

Year 7Age Champion: Sienna Robinson (McLaughlin) Runner Up: Milly Bradley (McEwen)

Year 8Age Champion: Lucy Roberts (Polding) Runner Up: Sarah Goodwin (McLaughlin)

Year 9 Age Champion: Jasper Cormack (Polding) Runner Up: Eloise Merchant (Adamson)

A Social Gathering for Parents/CaregiversMarymount and Middle School parents gathered this week for our first combined social gathering. The relaxed environment of the Holdy and freshness of the Easter break enabled families to connect and share stories of their sons and daughters. A wonderful opportunity to begin building relationships as we prepare for Champagnat Campus. It was great to see so many new and existing families in attendance, highlighting our Marist Family Spirit and a deep commitment to community life.

Kate KilpatrickHead of Champagnat Campus

Please view our Swimming Carnival gallery >

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Host Families - Musashino Girls’ SchoolIn Term 3, Sacred Heart College – Marymount Campus is pleased again to be able to host a group of students from Musashino Girls’ School from Sunday 29 July to Thursday 9 August. The 10 Japanese students will come to Marymount Campus every day and spend time practising English, visiting the sights of Adelaide and mixing with Marymount students. This will be a wonderful opportunity for all our students to learn about the Japanese culture and make new friends.

We are looking for some families to host the students who will be coming here. In the past, many of the families have found this to be a great experience for all. Families also receive financial reimbursement for being involved in this program. An orientation evening with families will occur prior to the Musashino students’ arrival.

If you are interested in hosting a Japanese student, a current Catholic Police check (CPC) is required for all household members aged 15 years and older. These can be organised through Marymount Reception. We ask that if you are interested in hosting a student and Police Checks are required/need to be updated, that this occurs ASAP, as they do take up to 6 weeks to complete. Families are unable to host a student if Police Checks are not in place.

Thank you to the families who have already volunteered. If you are interested, please email me directly.

Kate BawdenAssistant to the Head of Campuskatebawden@shc.sa.edu.au

Hallett CoveOver 2 days last week, the Year 8 students at Marymount went on an excursion to Hallett Cove Conservation Park. This excursion tied in with the units of work we have been learning in Geography, Science and Digital Technologies. In Geography, we have been focusing on landscapes and in Science, one of the topics was rocks, so this excursion was a great way to tie everything together. We are also designing a website in DigiTech to teach people about the area of Hallett Cove. The excursion involved walking all the way from the Boatshed Café to the Hallett Cove train station along the boardwalk. By the end of the walk, everyone was exhausted but we had some amazing shots to use for our final assessment pieces and it was a beautiful day out.

Lily Gilbert8 Sapphires

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Year 6 & 9Marist Family Spirit DayTo help our Year 6 Students develop new relationships and as a way of meeting students from all four of the Home Groups, the students mixed together during a variety of activities! A half day was devoted to participation in group based activities which promoted team building, conversation and a sense of fun. The end result was a greater sense of our Year 6 Community by all of our Year 6 Students.

Big Sister/Little Sister AfternoonOur Year 6 and Year 9 students recently spent an afternoon building on their Big Sister/Little Sister relationships. There were many warm conversations and a true sense of Family Spirit! The girls created picture frames together and shared in the experience of watching the inspiring movie Wonder at the Windsor Theatre. A great afternoon!

Sharon BentleyYear 6 Leader of Learning & Wellbeing

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Marymount Canteen Roster WEEK 11

Monday 9 AprilYr7 Canberra TripNicole Anderson

Tuesday 10 AprilYr7 Canberra TripCassandra Pittman

Wednesday 11 AprilYr7 Canberra TripKaren Fassina

Thursday 12 AprilYr7 Canberra TripPaula Bakarich Christie

Friday 13 AprilKerryl Marshall

TERM 2 - WEEK 1

Monday 30 AprilKellie Skinner

Tuesday 1 MayCassandra Pittman

Wednesday 2 MayClaudia de Corcoran

Thursday 3 MayClaudia de Corcoran

Friday 4 MayFiona Davies

TERM 2 - WEEK 2

Monday 7 MayTracey Pratt

Tuesday 8 MayYvonne Caire

Wednesday 9 MaySheree Foster

Thursday 10 MayAlex Fillmore

Friday 11 MayAli Laslett

Hours: 10.00am – 1.30pmMany thanks for your generous offers of help. While it is very important you attend on your rostered days, if because of sickness or some other cause you cannot attend, we would appreciate you trying to arrange a substitute yourself. However, if this is not possible, please ring Maria Bruno-Bossio, Canteen Manager at Marymount Campus on 8179 4415.

Canteen volunteers wanted!If you have a few hours to spare a week and like to help, why not volunteer in the Canteen? If you are interested, please contact Maria Bruno-Bossio direct on 8179 4415 or mariabrunobossio@shc.sa.edu.au

Maria Bruno-BossioCanteen Manager

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From the Assistant to the Principal - Champagnat ProjectThe Middle School learners and staff came together on Holy Thursday and again after the Easter weekend, to reflect on the journey that Christ made in his final days and to celebrate the joy of the resurrection. As we reflect on the presence of Christ in our lives this Easter, it is an opportunity where we can also celebrate the joy of living our lives with others. As a College community, in a time of significant change, may we truly become “Easter People” who know and embrace the love of God for ourselves and for one another.

Term 1 CEA sports are coming to a close and I thank both the staff and our dedicated parents and supporters who have generously given their time throughout the term. As we look towards Term 2 and what will be another busy period of activities beyond the classroom, I encourage families to ensure that both students and supporters continue to represent the College in ways that demonstrate the family spirit of Sacred Heart.

Our Year 9 learners had an adventurous day out as part of the Rite Journey program in recent weeks. Learners were involved in Dragon Boating, Mega-Adventure and beach orienteering activities to give them experiences of team work, risk taking and group motivation. My thanks to the dedicated Year 9 Teaching Team for supporting learners and providing them with such an array of experiences.

As we head into the final week of Term 1 and I look back on the many things that have already occurred during the past 10 weeks, it has certainly been a term full of opportunities for learning, relationship building, team work and spirituality. Term 1 Progress Reports will be handed out prior to the school holidays and will provide a snapshot of achievements to date in all learning areas. In addition to reflecting on the Report, I encourage families to speak with their son/s about developing a personal learning goal for Term 2 and to consider ways he may work towards achieving that goal.

I wish all families every blessing in this Easter season.

Shana BennettAssistant to the Principal - Champagnat Project

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The Rite JourneyOn Friday 23 March, the Year 9 students took part in their Rite Journey Activity Day. The day was about challenging themselves and moving out of their comfort zone on their journey towards becoming a young adult. The boys took part in Chinese dragon boat racing (symbolic of the boys letting go of their childhood behaviours as they head towards adulthood) and took controlled risks on the the Mega Adventure structure at West Beach. A great day was had by all and we thank all the Year 9 students for how well they represented the SHC community.

Ben Dray Meagan KozlowskiYear 9 Leader of Student Wellbeing Year 9 Leader of Teaching and Learning

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Middle School Canteen RosterHours: 10.30am – 1.30pmMany thanks for your generous offers of help. While it is very important you attend on your rostered days, if because of sickness or some other cause you cannot attend, we would appreciate you trying to arrange a substitute yourself. However, if this is not possible, please Robyn Flowers, Canteen Manager at the Middle School on 8275 5929.

Canteen volunteers wanted!If you have a few hours to spare a week and like to help, why not volunteer in the Canteen? If you are interested, please contact Robyn Flowers on 8275 5929 or email robynflowers@shc.sa.edu.au

Robyn FlowersCanteen Manager

WEEK 11

Monday 9 AprilKymmie Gentile Jo Fitzgerald

Tuesday 10 AprilKylie Bullock Carolyn Coleman

Wednesday 11 AprilJulie Klaffer Lisa Marker

Thursday 12 AprilRaelene Hilder

Friday 13 AprilLisa Jones Lisa Brooks Rachel Beerworth

TERM 2 - WEEK 1

Monday 30 AprilKristy Colicchio

Tuesday 1 MayTania Payne

Wednesday 2 MayJane Shanks Natalie Mitchell

Thursday 3 MayAnge Kelly Faye Moreton

Friday 4 MayShelley Druce Karen Laverty Louise Watson Marie Baxter

TERM 2 - WEEK 2

Monday 7 MayJo McKinnon Debbie Mathews

Tuesday 8 MayKylie Bullock Carolyn Coleman

Wednesday 9 MayNicole Selth Vanessa Hassan

Thursday 10 MayRaelene Hilder

Friday 11 MayLisa Jones Kym Hooper Audra Nesbitt

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From the Head of Senior SchoolStudents were issued their first Progress Report on Holy Thursday. This report provides a ‘snapshot’ of your child’s progress to date and will have highlighted areas of achievement and/or areas for improvement.

Parent Teacher Nights (PTN)Teachers are looking forward to meeting parents at the upcoming parent teacher nights. Please bring along your child’s Progress Report and any questions you may have such as:

“Tell me about my child’s effort in this subject”“How is my child progressing in this subject compared to the rest of the class or year cohort?”“What are my child’s strengths and what goals should we be aiming for in this subject?”“What can I do to help my child’s performance?”

• Year 12 PTN - Thursday 5 April in the Br Joseph McAteer Function Centre (4.15pm to 7.15pm).• Year 10 and 11 PTN - Monday 9 April in the Br Joseph McAteer Function Centre (2.15pm to 7.15pm).

Year 12 - Research Project Focus DayOn Monday 26 March, all Year 12 students attended a day-long Research Project session with their RP teacher. This was an invaluable day where students were able to make enormous inroads with their work with a view to completing and submitting their investigations in June. Many thanks to all teachers for their focus and commitment to the Year 12 students. Should you have any questions about the Research Project, you are very welcome to contact your child’s RP teacher, or the Head of Cross Disciplinary Studies (Mrs Rachel Aldrich).

National Young Leaders DaySacred Heart College Year 9 and Year 11 student leaders joined several hundred other student leaders from secondary schools across South Australia at the Adelaide Convention Centre last Wednesday 28 March for the National Young Leaders Day. Halogen gathers together prominent leaders from all walks of life to be part of The National Young Leaders Day. Guest speakers included: John Coutis, Kane Cornes, Bronwyn Klei, and Major Russell Scutchings. Halogen ran the first National Young Leaders Day in Sydney 1997 and has evolved significantly since this time. The National Young Leaders Day quickly expanded into primary and secondary student events and became an annual event in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. In this 20 year period over 365,000 people have attended a National Young Leaders Day.

Year 12 FormalOur 2018 Year 12 Formal will be held this Saturday evening. I am looking forward to a wonderful evening and take this opportunity to thank all those who have played a part in organising the event. In particular, Alex Dighton (Director of Students), Kathryn Mortlock (Personal Assistant to Deputy Principal) and Amanda Reichelt (Student Services Officer).

End of Term 1This is our final newsletter for Term 1. I wish you and your family a safe and restful holiday, and look forward to a productive and energised group of students returning to our campus on Monday 30 April.

Gail MorganHead of Senior School

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e-Learning News #1Welcome to the first e-Learning news article for 2018. This edition looks at the work being done by the Learning Areas at the Senior School to incorporate 21st Century Learning Design Capabilities into their task designs.

During the latter half of 2017 and into 2018, the Heads of Learning Area have been looking at the 21st Century Learning Design Capabilities and to what extent each capability has been imbedded into the task design within each learning area. The 21st Century Learning Design Capabilities are made up of the following six dimensions:

• Collaboration• Knowledge Construction• Self-regulation• ICT for Learning• Skilful Communication• Real-world Problem-solving and Innovation

Each subject area has identified one of the dimensions to become their focus for 2018. The Maths and Technology Learning Areas will be targeting Knowledge Construction; the English Learning Area has chosen ICT for Learning while the Cross Disciplinary Learning Area is focussing on Self-regulation. Within the Religious Education Learning Area, Year 10 have targeting the Real-world Problem-solving and Innovation dimension, while Year 11 will be covering Knowledge Construction.

“In Year 10 Religious Education the real-world problem solving dimension was beautifully implemented in the Social Justice topic where teachers ran a migration/refugee simulation. Through the simulation, students were faced with the harsh realities that families face causing them to leave their war-torn countries. The simulation asked students to group as a family and then they were to face each challenge as a family to work out the best possible outcome. The student reflections were heartfelt and expressed concern for the 16.7 million people whom have left their homes because of a range of complex causes. Each group had to address a cause and suggest some possible solutions. Generating solutions for such convoluted issues is quite difficult but students addressed how education was key; the role of government and the United Nations; how Christian organisations are also improving situations and how our fundraising here at SHC is making a difference.” Enza Vessali

“In Stage 1 English, students are now using WeVideo for their Intertextual Study on Poetry. The task involves students in Term 1 studying individually a range of poems based on one key idea, and then finding different types of texts in society that exist and share the idea.

Poetry is everywhere and in everything... you just have to be paying attention.George Elliot Clarke: poet Laureate

With this concept in mind, students are creating a visual and sound presentation/film that highlights the connections between the poems and the world they live in (past, present and even future). The essence of the presentation is that the ideas embedded in their poems, actually resonate in our world... and even though perhaps some poems were written 100+ years ago, the ideas are still relevant today. Previously students may have created a powerpoint to present in front of the class, but with the WeVideo app, the Year 11 students are putting together a film with voice over narration, sound and different visuals and links. The vlog, multimodal presentation will be shared with the teacher as the audience.” Robyn Eaton

Bernadette Thorpee-Learning Coordinator

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VET Q and AVocational Education and Training (VET) is a great choice for many students. VET includes classroom based and job related hands-on learning. VET enables students to gain skills and knowledge through nationally recognised industry-developed courses and allows students to gain their SACE while obtaining a VET qualification.

This term our VET Coordinator Leanne De Young sat down with Year 11 students, Aldo and Locrin, who have commenced a Certificate II in Engineering Production Technology at Rosewater Trade Training Centre (RTTC). This qualification takes two years to complete and can lead to further study in the areas of mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering or mechatronics… just to name a few! Employment pathways include apprenticeships and work in metal engineering, manufacturing, civil construction, mining and toolmaking.

Q: Why did you choose to study a VET Course while doing your SACE?Aldo: I enjoy working with metal and there seems to be a lot of jobs available in the metal industry. Locrin: I’m interested in working in trade especially metal and automotive mechanics - I’m hoping this gives me an edge.

Q: What does a typical day at VET look like?Aldo: I get up at 6am, have brekkie and get ready. I catch the 7am train to the city and at Adelaide swap on the 7.35

train to Osborn. I get off at Alberton and walk to RTTC. I arrive around 8am and training starts at 8.40am. AT VET we have two lessons in the classroom and one in the workshop. We have a 20 min break in the morning which we refer to as a “smoko” and 30 min lunch break. We knock off at 3pm. I catch the train home and usually arrive home by 4.30pm.

Locrin: I’m really lucky to be driven to and from Rosewater but I still have to get up at 6am. It takes me about 1hr to get there. A normal day looks like: Session 1 - 8.40am to 10.20am in the classroom; “Smoko” - 10.20am - 10.40am; Session 2 - 10.40 to 12.30 in the classroom; Lunch - 12.30 - 1pm; Session 3 - 1pm to 3pm Practical Workshop; We finish at 3pm and I usually get home around 4pm.

Q: What do you like about your VET Course?Aldo: I like that we have a great deal of responsibility - there is a fine line between having fun and having to be

serious. I like also being with students from other schools.Locrin: I like the environment at Rosewater. The lecturers have a lot of experience in the field. We get treated like

adults - it’s a workplace environment. You want the lecturers respect but you can also be mates.

Q: As you are away from school one day a week, how do you manage your school work?Aldo: I talk to my teachers to find out what I’ve missed out on at school while I’m at VET and use my library study

line to catch up.Locrin: Having the library study line at school helps as does studying Workplace Practices. I check with my teachers

what I have missed and check google classroom.

Q: Any words of wisdom for students considering studying a VET Course?Aldo: Just do it! You won’t look back “Once the arc starts nothing matters”!Locrin: Keep an open mind and ask lots of questions - of the VET Coordinator and your friends. VET is not a bludge -

it’s hard work. You have to take safety very seriously as failure has huge consequences.

Leanne De YoungVET Coordinator

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Host Family Required (short term)We are looking for a family who would like to be part of a Rotary Youth Exchange Program for either a 6 week or 3 month term. Marie Moben is from France and has been with the SHC school community since July 2017 and will be heading home mid July this year. The Rotary Exchange Program involves 4 families hosting Marie over a 12 month period. Marie has been with 3 families already and this has been an enriching experience for all parties. The exchange of culture and lifestyle has been informative and lots of fun.

Greg and Mary Walkington (daughter Sarah) are current parents of SHC, who hosted Marie for the 1st month and would be happy to have a chat and answer any questions. Greg’s number is 0417 886 623 and Mary 0418 838 032. The Exchange Program is run by Rotary International who provide full support. Standard Police Checks and DCSI clearance is required and assistance will be given to meet these requirements. Please contact Greg or Mary to discuss further if interested.