NEWSLETTER OF ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE...

5 FEBRUARY 2010VOLUME 33NO 1

Please refer to calendar for more information

25 JULY - VOLUME 36 - NO 19

2199 Sandgate Road Boondall Brisbane Queensland 4034 Australia

Tel +61 7 3865 0555 | Fax +61 7 3865 0500 | Web wwwnudgeecom | Email contactnudgeecom

newsN E W S L E T T E R O F S T J O S E P H rsquo S N U D G E E C O L L E G E

Daryl Hanly College Principal

Welcome back to Term 3

Thank you very much for the manner in which you have prepared your sons for their return to school The manner in which they have moved very quickly to ldquoworkrdquo mode has been exemplary

This is Catholic Education Week which we recognised in our College Assembly on Tuesday Our Academic Medallists were presented as were a large number of teachers who have given more than 20 years to Catholic Education

In his address College Vice-Captain Richard Aitsi stressed the need for students to stand together against injustice and to show their ldquospiritrdquo by stepping in when injustices were seen to be done particularly during our everyday activities at school It was stressed that such action needs to be balanced by recognising positive actions of others as well

To emphasise that we encouraged students to recognise the contribution of their educators both Primary (parents and care-givers) as well as Secondary (teachers coaches friends) and to give thanks at the appropriate time To support this action students were asked to reflect on the following poem

If I Could Teach You Teacher If I could teach you teacher

Irsquod teach you how much more you have accomplished

than you think you have Irsquod show you the seeds you planted years ago

that are now coming into bloom Irsquod reveal to you the young minds

that have expanded under your care the hearts that are serving others

because they had you as a role model If I could teach you teacher

Irsquod show you the positive effect you have had on me and my life

Your homework is to know your value to the world to acknowledge it to believe it

Thank you teacher By Joanna Fuchs

Catholic Education Week also provides the opportunity for us to re-visit and re-commit to our Senior Motto for 2013 ndash Be the Difference by engaging in ldquoActs of Kindnessrdquo

DATE CLAIMERS | JULY 21-27 july Catholic Education Week 25 July National Chemistry QuizB Book Fair Author and Visit 25-27 July Darwin Show 26 July Year 8 Ross and Tierney Galillee Day Barrett House Dinner

1 ST JOSEPHrsquoS NUDGEE COLLEGE NEWSLETTER 25 JULY| VOLUME 36| NO 19

ldquoThe Act of Kindness is a hallmark activity of Catholic Education Week Particularly in this year when celebrations focus on lsquoMaking a differencersquo the Act of Kindness provides a great opportunity to give witness to the message of Jesus and the mission of the Church beyond the curriculum The Act of Kindness highlights the Gospel values of justice compassion and kindness It helps promote a sense of community responsibility that is at the heart of the ethos of Catholic education By participating in an act of kindness simultaneously schools across the State can also highlight to the wider community the justice values that Catholic schools strive to live out The activity serves as a tangible link uniting all our Catholic education communities and helping each student to know they are part of a lsquobigger picturersquo Together we have the ability to bring about a real difference in the lives of others

This yearrsquos theme for Catholic Education Week is

Making a Differencehellip inspired by Jesus

Catholic education strives to make a difference in the lives of individuals and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate contributing life-giving members of society ldquo

This is the busiest term of the year for many of our students and their families We look forward to working together with you to ensure it is successful for all Sincerely

Daryl Hanly Principal


Welcome back for Term 3 I hope that everyone in our community had a restful break and wish everyone a successful Term 3 and second semester

We welcome the following new staff to the College

Mr Nicholas Lee - Nicholas has previously taught at Gregory Terrace Columba College and Hasting Boys High School in New Zealand Nicholas holds a Masters in Education (Middlesex University UK) a Graduate Diploma Teaching-Secondary (Dunedin College of Education) and a Bachelor Arts-Honours Philosophy (University of Otago NZ)

Mr John Hodder - John joins our MusicDrama teams for a Term 3 contract and has previously worked at Faith Lutheran College Redlands John holds a Bachelor of Education-Secondary (Griffith University) is currently enrolled in Certificate IV Training and Assessment and recently participated in the Griffith University Honours Program He is involved in mentoring programs with Movinrsquo on Youth Group and KidsHope Australia and has been involved in Festival of Australian Student Theatre performance

Mr Nicholas Cross - Nicholas joins our Property amp Services Team as a carpenter He has successfully run his own carpentry business for 6 years and has previously worked for CellCon (SupervisorInstaller) at Bunnings (Store person) and as a contractor for Mirvac Homes Nicholas holds a Certificate II in Carpentry (Bremer Institute of TAFE) a Certificate I in Engineering and a Certificate I Hospitality

Ms Kathryn Dale - Kathryn joins our Boarding and Science Teams as House Mother and Lab Technician She has previously worked at Airwork Flight Operations PL (Finance and Administration) Rosenlund Group (Workshop Office and Accounts Administration) and Chesney Constructions PL (Office Administrator Book keeper)

Ms Leah Collins - Leah will work in our Art Department for Semester II and has previously worked at Grace Lutheran College (Creative Industries Assistant) QUT Kelvin Grove (Curatorial Assistant) and was the Visual Arts Coordinator of the Backbone Youth Artrsquos 2high Festival Leah holds a Graduate Diploma of Education-Secondary (QUT) and a Bachelor of Arts-Visual Arts (QUT)

Ms Amilie Peersen - Amilie joins our Boarding Team and has previously worked in a number of hospitality and retail roles in Sydney and Norway and also worked as a Kindergarten Pedagogy Leader with PVS in Norway Amilie holds a Bachelor of Early Childhood Education from both Stavanger University (Norway) and St Patrickrsquos College (Ireland) and has been involved in a Foreign Student Exchange program to the US

Ms Anette Douglas - Anette joins our Boarding Team and currently works at Cathedral College Rockhampton and has also worked at St Ursularsquos Yeppoon as a Boarding Supervisor Anette holds ACUABSA Duty of Care Certificate and is enrolled in Bachelor of Business Management Bachelor of Arts (Central Queensland University)

Mr Craig Gunn - Craig also joins our Boarding Team He currently teaches at St Patrickrsquos College and has previously worked at ACU (Sessional Academic Lecturer Exercise Science and Education) QUT (Sessional Academic Staff Member Heath Education) Iona College and Townsville Grammar School Craig holds a Bachelor of Education-Secondary (QUT) and is enrolled in Masters of Educational Leadership (ACU)

Mr Daniel Kiss ndash Daniel also joins our Boarding Team He previously worked at Wenona School for Girls Sydney Mamre Anglican School Sydney and was a Resident TutorBoarding Master at the Armidale School Daniel was in the Army Reserve for 4 years and holds a Bachelor of Marine Science and Management (University of New England) a Graduate Diploma of Education (University of New England) a Graduate Diploma of Science-Major Physics (University of New England) and Certificate in Residential Care (ACU)

Mr Philip Browning ndash Philip also joins our Boarding Team and has previously worked in a number of consultancy and advisory roles within Corporate Governance and Policy divisions and in a number of management project officer and advisory roles with Queensland Health

GRAHAM LEDDIE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

Open Day ndash Tuesday August 13

Do you know someone who is considering St Josephrsquos Nudgee College for their son

If so encourage them to come along to our final Open Day for 2013 on Tuesday August 13 Attending families will be able to

Meet staff and students Take a tour of the College See our technologically advanced

classrooms Visit the new Trade Training Centre the

refurbished Tierney Auditorium and Purton Science Centre

View our extensive range of academic and sporting facilities

Hear about updated College bus services

The Open Day will run from 900am for a 930am start and will conclude with morning tea around 1100am

Anyone wanting to attend should fill in the RSVP form at wwwnudgeecom

St Josephrsquos Nudgee College and the Nudgee College Old Boys Association would like to welcome all members of the Nudgee College family to join them at the Kurrawa Surf Club on Saturday 10 August from 430pm (after the NC vs TSS Rugby)

The Kurrawa Surf Club lsquoBeachsidersquo Old Burleigh Road

Broadbeach QLD 4218

A welcome drink and snacks will be provided We look forward to meeting local families old boys and visitors for a post game catch-up To assist in catering plans please visit httpwwwnudgeecomGoldCoast to register now

If you have any questions please contact Mr Tony Gleeson Secretary NCOBA on 0400 877 077


Philip holds a Bachelor of Science-Honours (University of NSW) a Graduate Diploma of Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations (Griffith University) a Master of Administration (Griffith University) and a Company Directors Diploma (Australia Institute of Company Directors)

Mr Razu Kan - Razu joins our Catering Team as a causal and has worked in the hospitality industry for many years He has previously worked as a Store Assistant with IGA and as a kitchen hand in the Tibetan Kitchen Restaurant

We wish Nicholas John Emma Nicholas Kathryn Leah Amilie Anette Craig Daniel Philip and Razu all the best during their time at the College

Congratulations to Mr Mark Ellison and his wife Emma who welcomed a new son and their fourth child late last term - Archie James Ellison weighing 7lb13oz

Congratulations also to Ms Joanne Barrett who recently attended the Australian Womenrsquos Rugby League World Cup in Leeds in the UK The team were very successful and won the final against New Zealand 20-12

We welcome back Mr Neil Poppleton Mr Peter Gledhill and Ms Vicki Askin from Long Service Leave We also welcome back Mr Steve Monk and Ms Emel Corley from extended leave and medical leave respectively

We wish Fr John Gillen Ms Julie Winter and Ms Kay Nicholson all the best as they take leave this term

Sincerely

Graham Leddie Deputy Principal


ERIN WEDGE DEAN OF IDENTITY

This week throughout Queensland Catholic schools have united to celebrate Catholic Education Week At Nudgee College this week was commemorated on Assembly through prayer and ritual This annual event is held to promote the special ethos of Catholic schools and to highlight the great things that take place in Catholic schools every day The theme for this yearrsquos celebrations is Making a Differencehellip inspired by Jesus

Catholic schools strive to make a difference in the lives of individuals and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate contributing life-giving members of society

As a Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition we at Nudgee College are challenged to adhere to the four touchstones and thus be inspired by Jesus and make a difference by building a better world for all We hope that all in our community are challenged to develop a commitment to social justice and a critical social consciousness and are prepared for global responsibilities through stewardship of the earthrsquos resources

Like other Catholic schools we strive to be a welcoming inclusive and connected community that values diversity and treats each student with dignity enabling them in turn to promote and respect the dignity of all

There are 296 Catholic schools in Queensland that educate around 140000 students and employ almost 17000 teachers and staff and most will celebrate Catholic Education Week in some way At Tuesdayrsquos assembly we acknowledged 12 Nudgee College staff members who have served in Catholic education for over 20 years Each staff member was presented with a book by Br Regis Hickey on the infamous Br Treacy who was a formidable leader in the early pioneering days in Catholic Education for Australia As a Christian Brother Br Treacy was asked to come and help the new colony to establish Catholic education for boys Br Treacy was instrumental in the establishment of Christian Brothers schools from Melbourne to Brisbane He founded Nudgee College and it is after him that the original Treacy Building is named

The staff to be congratulated for 20 years or more service to Catholic Education are

Mr Paul Begg Ms Margie Wills Mr Chris Cawley Ms Monica See Mr John Sayer Mr Brian Blyth Mr John OrsquoKeefe Mr Peter Todd Ms Maureen Toohey Mr Brian Hobson Ms Elizabeth Ridgway and Mr Peter Kropp

Ms Yvonne OrsquoNeill was also nominated for the Aunty Joan Hendrix Reconciliation Award

Refugee Race Across Brisbane

On 5 July 12 students from EREA schools across Brisbane competed in the Inaugural Red Cross Refugee Race Across Brisbane This event was organised and run by the Red Cross and supported by ERA For Change Each of the 12 EREA students had a group made up of unaccompanied teenage refugees living in the community The race stared at the Roma St Parklands and finished at New Farm Park The catch was we were only allowed to use public transport and we had to work out where each destination was by clues provided by the Red Cross workers Our goal was to teach the refugees how to use and navigate public transport around Brisbane This was a great opportunity for all the participants It was something different that hadnrsquot been done before and was a good opportunity to create friendships with local refugees and to start hearing some of their stories Overall everyone who participated had a good time and enjoyed the experience of the race and getting to meet new people from differing cultures We hope that we may continue to develop the relationship created with these local refugees by establishing a Refugee Welcome Hub in Brisbane City of a Sunday morning We will let you know more about this exciting initiative as it gets off the ground later in the term

Dakotah Hollister Year 11

St Josephrsquos Nudgee College requests prayers for

Those who are ill at this time

Mr Max Saward (Brother of Br Brian Saward)

Dawson Sorby (NCOB 2011)

Those who are recently deceased

Mr John Dyson (Uncle to Mr John Sayer and Mrs Elizabeth Ridgway Staff Members and Great Uncle to Peter and Ian Ridgway)

Ms Maria Roach (Past Staff Member) Mr Nick Kashin (NCOB 1962) Mrs Mary Lakey (Mother of Ms Catherine

Lunney Ladiesrsquo Auxiliary Committee President)


DAVID JOHNSTON DEAN OF

LEARNING AND TEACHING

Semester 1 Academic Transcripts have been posted home These reports are a summary document containing academic grades that highlight the progress of each student in each subject The written comment is a PC comment relating to other important aspects of College life It should be noted that from 2014 we will no longer send paper copies of reports home All student reports will be published via the parent portal on the College website

There should be no surprises in these reports with the College now using a system of Continuous Online Reporting At any time of the year a parent or carer will can see when an assessment task is due the assessment criteria the result and a comment relating directly to the task providing feedback on their sonrsquos performance Our aim is to continually refine our method of reporting so we are providing parents with quality specific and timely feedback and we hope we are enhancing the important partnership the teachers and parents have as we strive to help every Nudgee College boy reach his potential

Staff from Learning and Teaching have met with every Year 11 boy last Friday to discuss academic progress in relation to their Queensland Certificate of Education and boys undertaking an OP course were provided OP estimates Year 12 boys have been encouraged to come to the Learning and Teaching office this week in non-scheduled class time to get their QCE progress checks their within subject ranks and where applicable an OP estimate

Any boys who require possible subject changes will need to meet with Ms Liddy or Mr Johnston as soon as possible If you have any questions or concerns about this process please do not hesitate to contact the Learning and Teaching Office

Term 3 is always a busy one and I hope all members of the community have returned refreshed and ready for the challenges ahead For Year 12s crucial assessment is due as well as the Queensland Core Skills Test to be held on Tuesday 3 September and Wednesday 4 September Year 11s will find this term to be very much a lsquowork termrsquo that precedes the beginning of their leadership journey later in the year a good time to set the foundation for academic success for Year 12

Our Year 8 9 and 10 students will make choices about subjects for 2014 This is particularly important for Year 10s who will complete their Senior Education and Training (SET) Plan which outlines their intended learning pathway Students in Year 10 need to make informed and realistic choices based on interest areas prospective careers and academic performance Our greatest challenges in Year 11 and 12 often occur when students have chosen a course to which they are not suited

Year 11 non-OP students will participate in a week of work experience during Week 5 of this term This is a vital part of the studentsrsquo vocational education All students received an expression of interest form last term If this has been lost or not returned students are to contact Mrs Peta Scott pscottnudgeecom or Ms Carolyn Liddy cliddynudgeecom in the Learning and Teaching office by the end of this week If students have their own employer contacts they should provide these to Mrs Scott otherwise the school will arrange a placement for each student If a student is studying three or more OP subjects he may prefer to remain at school and continue with his studies Any student in this position should see Ms Liddy to discuss

Academic Award winners were recognised on this weekrsquos assembly We will list the academic award winners for semester one the next newsletter as part of our recognition of their efforts Good luck to all boys for the semester ahead

The Premierrsquos Anzac Prize 2014

Submissions for The Premierrsquos Anzac Prize 2014 opened on Monday 8 July Five eligible Queensland secondary school students in Years 8 to 11 will be selected to participate in a study tour of Gallipoli and the Western Front where they will attend commemorative services and experience the Anzac spirit firsthand Nudgee College students are encouraged to enter For further information visit wwweducationqldgovauanzac-prize or see Ms Gurnett in the Learning amp Teaching Office


PAUL BEGG DEAN OF STUDENTS

Date Claimers

Year 11 Semi-Formal Thursday 15 August 2013

600pm - 1000pm Guineas Room Eagle Farm Racecourse

httpwwwnudgeecomportalstudent-office20130719year-11-semi-formal

Parent Night As indicated through the newsletter last term there will be two significant parent information evenings early this term that focus on the growth and development of boys the challenges they face and subsequently as parents we face Boys entering their the difficult lsquoteen yearsrsquo face certain cultural pressures including body image commercialism sexting and social media challenges These issues make parenting them and guiding them through these years fraught with dangers and difficulties All parents need time and opportunity to reflect upon and share what works and what doesnrsquot

To this end I have sourced noted author Maggie Hamilton to address our community on 8 August in Tierney Auditorium The evening will be 630pm for 700pm start and should be complete by 900pm Most recently Maggie addressed educators at the ldquoWhatrsquos happening to our Boysrdquo conference headlining with Steve Biddulph and Michael Carr-Gregg This particular event is for all parents but those with boys in Years 5-9 may find it particularly rewarding as it deals primarily with those issues that arise during those years of early adolescence

Maggie has recently moved to New Zealand and is coming from the lsquoshaky islesrsquo for the event so RSVPrsquos are essential There are only 300 seats in the auditorium so you may have to respond quickly I have included a link below to some research materials regarding Maggie and her work so you can gain some knowledge around the types of topics she will be discussing with us httpwwwnudgeecomportalfilesportalportal-articlesstaffvaMaggie20Hamilton20Letterpdf

Please RSVP to Ms Vicki Askin in the Student Office via email at vaskinnudgeecom or telephone (07) 3865 0336

Year 9 Powerhouse day invitation to Dads - ldquoFrom Men to Boysrdquo On Friday 9 August all of our Year 9rsquos will gather in the Bingo hall to participate in a ldquoDay of Powerrdquo They will be led by a group of Year 11 boys a team of dads who have volunteered their time and the gentlemen from Powerhouse programs ndash Andy Roy amp Stephen Halsall through a series of activities and discussions that look at relationships masculinity and manhood friendship the life lived so far and whatrsquos to come It is a day designed to develop a positive attitude positive relationships and positive health to the boys as they prepare to chart the uncertain waters of senior schooling and deliver them with confidence and optimism about what lies ahead Having your dads grandads or uncles attend is fantastic and our Year 11rsquos being involved ads much value to the day as well Irsquom hopeful that there are many Year 9 Dads interested in participating and 35-40 would be great but we understand that many of you may not have the time to be away from work The commitment is as follows A pre work preparation session the Friday before (approx 730am-830am) and an afternoon (post work) debrief the Friday after with refreshments and discussion (430pm) and of course the day itself Lunch is provided for you on the day It really is about getting the community of men together to assist in the growth and development of our next generation and sharing our stories of challenge failure and success If you are interested you can contact me on 0421 918 650 or via email at pbeggnudgeecom

If you would like to register your interest please email Ms Vicki Askin at vaskinnudgeecom indicating in the subject line ldquoVolunteer for Year 9 Powerhouse Dayrdquo

Continued in Column

SOS Interviews As you know last Friday boys from Years 5-10 had their SOS interviews If I could encourage you to ensure that you check and sign you sonrsquos goal statements as they are a valuable tool to both track his development and also provide guidance and motivation in times of difficulty If you have not seen it or is not being completed correctly please contact your sons House Dean ASAP Bullying Portal on Website Just a reminder to all boys and parents that the Bullying portal is available on the portal for the reporting of any matter that a boy or family would like to be kept confidential These will be followed up by myself and the student formation team to assist us in ensuring the College is a safe and positive environment for the boys

School PC Photos

Wednesday 31 July

Payment Envelopes to the photographer on Day

Extra Envelopes available from the Student Office


KEN MITCHELL DIRECTOR OF BOARDING

Boarding Redevelopment

On Monday 15 July as planned our Year 11 Murphy boys moved into their new rooms in the MacKillop Centre They were met with our usual friendly and caring staff but also new rooms and spaces never before seen I know the boys are extremely happy with their new temporary Boarding House and are taking full advantage of the extra space and outdoors areas

PNG Tour

In the middle week of the holidays I travelled to Port Moresby Madang and Lae to make presentations on Nudgee College boarding life to parents and families who were contemplating boarding for their son They were well attended and certainly provide an excellent opportunity for them to speak with our staff about their concerns ask questions and generally gather the necessary information to make an informed choice about boarding schools As usual our Nudgee Colelge families were welcoming and hospitable

Boarding Staff In-service

Boarding staff always start each term with some professional development and this term was no different The main issues this term were duty of care how to run a successful boarding house and the top 10 things we can do to help boys learn Mr Matt Ryall from Student Services presented on Child Protection which is critical to our duty of care and Mr Paul Begg presented on Boysrsquo Education It was a nice way to start the term reconnect with each other and welcome our new boarding staff

Reach for the Stars

Following directly from this is the importance of having our teachers in the boarding houses at night to help our boys with their school work We will do this again and I have already had several teachers express their interest in being involved This program started started up again this week and I look forward to working with all the teachers and the boys again

Boarder Parents Support Group

As you would all be aware we changed the format and structure of the Boarder Parents Support group meeting to a less formal hospitality lounge style occasion Heads of Boarding Houses and many parents felt it was a better way to meet and have the conversations about the boys and Nudgee College boarding From my point of view I certainly found it a positive thing as I spoke to a greater number of parents and many parents I wouldnrsquot normally have seen on that particular day Thank you to everyone who came and said hello

Midyear Prefects

Congratulations to David Greenhalgh Conor Young and Tom Jenkins who were all presented as Midyear Prefects at Tuesdayrsquos assembly They were awarded this honour because they have shown true leadership and service for the community over the course of semester one Well done to those boys and their parents

Year 12 Formal

We always start Term 3 with the Year 12 Formal which was held on Sunday 14 July It was held at The Landing at Dockside and again it was a wonderful location for the event The boys and their partners had a really nice night and presented themselves impeccably well Again congratulations to all the boys and their parents for a fantastic night

Boardersrsquo Leave Arrangements

1 Go to Nudgee home page

2 Log onto Parent Portal (using your personal username and pass word)

3 Scroll down to the Boarding Section

4 Click on ldquoBoarding Formsrdquo

5 Click on your sonrsquos Boarding House

6 Enter your leave request and details and click submit

Please note that applications for leave close at 600pm on the Thursday night

If you have forgotten your user name and password for the Parent Portal please email supportnudgeecom for assistance

Here is the link to the correct page to fill out your leave request

httpwwwnudgeecomportalboardingboarding-forms


CHRIS CAWLEY DIRECTOR OF

JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2

Welcome back to Term 3 I hope your son has had time to rest and rejuvenate ready for the term ahead I know the end of last term seems a very distant memory but this is the first newsletter since the Years 5-7 camps All three camps were extremely successful and I thank the large number of staff that attended for ensuring a smooth program

ldquoYear 5 camp would have to be the most enjoyable part of my first semester at Nudgee There were many fun activities including canoeing rafting orienteering and everyonersquos favourite activity the mud run As well as the fun activities the food that was provided was well appreciated by all the students Thank you to all the staff who came on this amazing adventurerdquo

Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports

Irsquom quite sure the arrival of your sonrsquos academic report for Semester 1 led to a discussion about his results and general performance in the first part of the year as too the parentteacher conferences held last week

I wonder how much of the conversation was based on what went right in Semester 1 Too often as a society we focus on whatrsquos wrong with the world and we give much negative airtime to why this happened Unfortunately we canrsquot change the past and no matter how long the discussion the semester results will stay the same We canrsquot change what has happened but we can plan for the future Firstly we need to focus on what was right about Semester 1 where were successes achieved and why was this the case By examining our successes we can try and transfer the strategies used to enhance results in other areas Secondly we need to plan for the term ahead If we want to change our results we may need to change our approach Time invested now should pay dividends at the end of term

Significant dates for Term 3

The dates below signify the major events occurring in Term 3

July 26 ndash CIC Basketball commences July 27 ndash CIC Tennis and Track amp Field commences July 31 ndash PC Photos August 30 - Fathersrsquo Day Event September 9 ndash CIC Field Championships September 11 ndash CIC Track Championships September 17 ndash Term 3 Activities photos (Track amp Field Basketball Tennis)

Best wishes for the term ahead


MARK ENSOR DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES

(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess

This year we had the unfortunate luck to compete against the strongest team in the GPS competition in Round 1 While we would have benefited to have had more time to prepare for BGS the team performed admirably Particularly impressive were our many new players who had to move up an entire team as 4 of our top Junior players were absent due to medical and family emergencies The following boys did very well in their first ever GPS Chess game Matthew Massoti John Lean David Lean Ryan Abel Jacob Martin and Declan Ford While there were several close games on the night Tane Smith was the only student able to achieve a draw This week we go up against BBC at home and spectators are welcome to come and support the team from 415pm in the bottom floor of Purton

Martin Harmon amp Matthew Gilpin Chess Coordinators Cross Country

State Cross Country Championships - Bundaberg10 Nudgee boys represented Met North at the State Championships on the weekend David Lean ran a fantastic race in the star-studded 15 years field to place 4th and he covered the 4km in a sizzling 1206mins Equally as impressive was Nelson Birogi in the 13 years 3km Nelson was clipped and was travelling about 30th when he made his way back through the pack his speed over the final one kilometre saw him pass over twenty competitors he caught the lad coming fifth on the line he received the same time of 1004 and was placed sixth John Lean 10th Leo Morris 12th Jordan Pizzica 13th and Yousif Birogi 16th all performed with great confidence at this high level Jonathan and Harry Rostron Harry OrsquoSullivan Joseph Hijara- Stockwell all competed creditably too At the end of the Championship Nelson Birogi was named in the Queensland team along with our Queensland Schools Team representative members - David Lean Jordan Pizzica Harry OrsquoSullivan Joseph Hijara- Stockwell Jack Donovan and Conor Goodchild This group will travel to the National Championships in Launceston Tasmania in late August A big thank you to head coach Nick Toohey and the parents who travelled to support the boys over the three days

Maureen Toohey Head of Cross Country

GPS Music

Nudgee Music Students - part of two new world records

Whilst many students were enjoying the last few days of their holidays relaxing a dedicated group of Nudgee College students made the journey into Suncorp Stadium on Saturday 13 July to participate in a history making event

Queensland Music Festival Artistic Director and internationally renowned musician James Morrison led 7224 musicians in the Worldrsquos Biggest Orchestra beating the previous world record of 6452 set by Vancouver Symphony in 2000 The group also broke the record for the Largest Clarinet Ensemble in the World The official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS challenge marked the start of the 2013 Queensland Music Festival

It was a great opportunity for 45 of our College Musicians to showcase their playing and help contribute to this once in a lifetime world record event We were even joined at the event by a small but enthusiastic contingent of parents who played as well Earlier in the day a small group of trumpeters lead by Mr Scott Brown and myself also took part in the Largest Trumpet Ensemble Challenge in King George Square Whilst we did not break the world record for this event we did however break the Australian record Congratulations and a big thank you to all of the dedicated music students and music staff who have worked relentlessly all term to prepare for this once in a lifetime event

Wet Weather Line

To check if rain has caused the cancellation of training sessions or games please call the Wet Weather Line 07 3865 0423 and select (1) for GPS or (2) for CIC


Ensembles Commencement

Just a reminder that all of the Collegersquos Co-curricular Music Ensembles are back up and running for the Term Please make sure you arrive on time for your rehearsals There are a large number of musical events on in the coming term and many of the groups have a lot to prepare This includes Junior Choir on Thursday Lunch times in M1J

Junior Music Day Of Excellence

Congratulations to the following students for being selected to take part in the 2013 Junior Music Day of Excellence on Tuesday 30 July The day acknowledges the hard work and talent of our junior musicians

Strings Conal OrsquoLeary ndash Cello (7) Gregory Schreiber ndash Viola (7) Samuel Schimming ndash Violin (7)

Concert Band Marcus Cutuli - Clarinet (6) Ben Lonergan ndash Clarinet (6) Oliver Meyer - Bass Clarinet (6) Connor Thompson - Alto Saxophone (7) Jack Hawkins - Alto Saxophone (7) and Joshua Peters ndash Euphonium (7)

Choir Connor Chistiakoff Harrison Lambert Nick Wagensveld Leyton Frederich Jacob Taylor Jack Lewis Pierce Bambry and Seamus Hackett

Each year exemplary Music Students from several invited boysrsquo schools are selected to participating in a day of workshops culminating in a free concert for parents and friends in Morris Hall at Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) East Brisbane commencing at 600pm The concert is a showcase of the dayrsquos workshop and is always of the highest standard I have been invited to be Guest Conductor of the Concert Band Conductor for the workshop and concert which is an honour

Performers are required to bring the following Instrument music pencil and eraser formal school uniform for performance food for morning tea lunch and afternoon tea and a water bottle Dinner will be supplied Individual sheet detailing the event will be sent to all students the Band and String boys already have theirs and the Choir boys will be notified in the next few days

Brett Foster Head of Music Program Rugby

Round 1 of GPS rugby kicked off on Saturday with a great day of games with Brisbane Grammar at Northgate The Nudgee College teams performed well winning 18 of the 20 games and were extremely dominant in U13 and U14 age groups

The 1st XV match was very competitive with Nudgee College coming from behind to win 26 ndash 18 It was a good taste of what is in front of our team every week and the boys demonstrated great composure and patience which saw them go on to dominate the last 10 or so minutes scoring two late tries

Teams of the Week

13Ds ndash The 13 Ds have started the season with a comprehensive 70 - nil victory over BGS The win was built on the forwards exploiting the BGS centre and creating space out wide for our backs to work their magic Sam Nugent Agustin Tascheret and Duncan Hartwigg all displayed their attacking skills and our kickers Tristan Knibbs and Jack Banks had their work cut out for them as they helped add valuable points to the final score This is great start to the 13 Ds GPS campaign with all players showing that their on field performance and team camaraderie comes from their strong work ethic and commitment at training

14Ds ndash A strong performance from the 14Ds saw them come away with a 72-0 win over Brisbane Grammar School Campbell McCoy played well


scoring 3 tries and Jacob Gilbert converted 5 from 5 Other stand out players were Sam Anderson Clancy Nugent and Will Lambert

15As ndash With good preparation through the week the 15As were confident of performing well on Saturday against BGS The boys got off to a good start taking an early 10-0 lead courtesy of a try finished off by Keegan Quakawoot with Liam Richman converting it and also kicking a penalty With the forwards dominating set piece it set up a good platform for the backs to execute their skills to find space out wide It was a great team effort at both training and at game time to see them have a convincing 34-0 win Special mention to Keegan Quakawoot scoring 3 tries Liam Richman having an exceptional day with the boot and Tom McNamara receiving the teams players player with a tireless effort in both attack and defence

16Cs ndash They had a great second half including a great defensive line Big decent runs ensured they made ground and ended up with a 33-5 victory with 5 different players crossing the line Players player went to Tom Simpson with Dom Tristan and Pat registering points on the 321s

Open 2nd XV ndash The Open 6ths fought a tough battle against the Churchie 4ths last Saturday drawing 5 all Playing together for the first time away at BSHS playing fields in terrible conditions the team are to be commended on their defence and in general their great commitment to Nudgee College rugby Congratulations to Macabe Daley who was named Man of the Match for outstanding defence individually saving four tries Flats Canteen and BBQ

We are looking for volunteers to help with Canteen and BBQ at the flats for our first 2 home games

Under 14 Parents for Round 2 ndash 27 July Open Parents for Round 3 ndash 3 August

If you are available for either 1 hour before or after your sons game could you please email me activitiesnudgeecom and I will put you on the roster

Round 2 is this Saturday 27 July vs Brisbane Boys College at Nudgee College

Anthony Connellan Head of Rugby

Nudgee College vs BBC

This Saturday 27 July - 1000am till 100pm

At the Quadrangle in front of Duhig Building

Call Dan Dalton 0415 399 420 for more information


QTAC News

Twelve to Tertiary QTAC applications open on 1 August and the cost is $34 On-time applications are due on Friday 27 September Applications submitted after 27 September attract an additional late fee of $109 Year 12 students were given their 2013-2014 QTAC Guide last Friday The QTAC Guide is a comprehensive information source regarding the QTAC application and offer processes timelines costs and course admission requirements Please read through Sections 1 and 2 of the Guide andor access the video and demonstration application on the QTAC website before making an appointment with Matt Ryall or myself

QTAC Early Fixed Closing Dates

Some university and TAFE course have fixed closing dates and earlier offer rounds ndash particularly courses in the creative and performing arts disciplines Please refer to the Fixed Closing Dates list and the Courses offered in major offer round on 12 December 2013 list on pages 2 amp 3 of the QTAC Guide to check if any of your course preferences are likely to involve these atypical deadlines Such courses may also require applications direct to the respective institutions in addition to your QTAC application For example an Application for Audition must be lodged with Griffith Universityrsquos Conservatorium of Music by 12 August 2013 The major round for offers to Conservatorium courses will also be the 12 December offer round rather than the 16 January offer round

Bond University Scholarships Applications for Bond University scholarships close on Wednesday 31 July

Upcoming Open Days

Sunday 28 July - QUT Gardens Point Campus

Sunday 4 August - University of Queensland St Lucia Campus

Wednesday 7 August - University of Queensland Ipswich Campus

Sunday 11 August - Griffith University Nathan South Bank and Gold Coast campuses - University of the Sunshine Coast

Sunday 18 August - QUT Caboolture Campus - University of Southern Queensland Toowoomba Campus - University of Queensland Gatton Campus

Karen Meiklejohn Counsellor

Book Hire

Students and parents are advised that students choosing to keep texts in classrooms do so at their own risk and it is the students responsibility to return with other texts at years end Texts can only be returned to Book Hire Please note Book Hire is located on the first floor of the McKennariey Centre Access is either via the main lobby (then up the stairs next to the lift) or via the ramp along the swimming pool A return slot for ldquoOut of Hoursrdquo book returns is located in the window of the Book Hire office

Returns

Year 8 Modified Maths students - Students were issued with 2 Maths textbooks at the beginning of the yeartheir first day - ICE-EM Book 1 amp ICE-EM Book 2 Students no longer require these books therefore they are to be returned to Book Hire by Friday 26 July

Year 9 Modified Science students - Please return your copy of Science Ways 2 by Friday 26 July

COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf

Includes free coaching with aaa rated coach

Fun comps prizes amp trophies Ages 4 ndash 15 all levels welcome

Minimum of one parent per child must attend Children can only participate if their parent is present Booking essential

Sun 25 August 2pm ndash approx 5pm Sun 1 September 2pm ndash approx 5pm Sun 8 September 2pm ndash approx 5pm Sun 20 October 2pm ndash approx 5pm Sun 27 October 2pm ndash approx 5pm Sun 3 November 2pm ndash approx 5pm

Nudgee College 2199 Sandgate Road

Boondall Parking map can be found at httpscpnnx Limited spaces book now ndash (07) 3865 0595

Become a WEP Exchange Student - Itrsquos an adventure

Imagine swapping that boring old muesli bar for a croissant and your stuffy school bus for a bike ride through the French countryside As a WEP exchange student you can choose from over 20 countries to live and study for a summer semester or even a year

Zoe tells about her semester-long WEP exchange program to the USA

ldquoThe best decision I ever made I had the most incredible time in the US I made so many amazing friends that I will never forget I matured more as a person and an individual and feel more prepared for the lsquoadult worldrsquo Irsquod recommend this to anyone who has ever wanted to do an exchange I had the best time of my liferdquo

Get started today to plan the experience of your lifetime Request an information pack including WEPrsquos FREE application form

Visit wwwweporgau Call 1300 884 733 (for the cost of a local call) Email infoweporgau


Note The replacement cost of any unreturned books will be charged to fee accounts during Week 3 of Term 3 The boys have been notified of the above via the PC notices however please follow up with your son where appropriate

Parents are also reminded of all the books listed in 13 Junersquos edition of Nudgee News which were due back by 21 June Fees for these unreturned resources will be charged to fee accounts during Week 2 Term 3

Change in Texts for Semester 2

Year 10 Physical Sciences students - now that a new unit has commenced students are requested to return either Complete Physics (physics component of course) or Jacaranda Science 3 (chemistry component of course) to Book Hire as soon as possible The only exception would be if students are studying the Physics unit this semester as well as Year 10 Biology in which case you will need to retain both of these texts until the end of the year

Year 11 Philosophy amp Reason students - please return the Introduction To Logic text as soon as possible as it is no longer required for this subject

Please donrsquot hesitate to contact Book Hire on (07) 3865 0172 should you have any queries regarding the above

Many thanks Michelle Grieve Book Hire Manager

Health Centre Attention Year 8 amp 10 Parents

If your son received his first Gardasil Injection (HPV) in MayJune he will be called to the Health Centre on Thursday 1 August to receive his second injection Please contact the Health Centre if you have any concerns

Sr Christine Purcell and Sr Glenda Elliott Nurse Managers

Locker Room

A reminder to any parents sending emails to the Locker Room please use lockerroomnudgeecom with any questions or approval for your sonrsquos purchases Please do not send to our personal emails as Jo or myself may not be in that day

Also if you have new credit card details or the expiry date has changed can you please fill out a new credit card form and emailfax back to Locker Room Link for form httpwwwnudgeecomlockerroompagespayment-options

Thank you for your assistance with this

New Items available

Nudgee College Key ring $15 boxed Nudgee College Shot Glasses $10 each 2XU Compression Pants $66 (great for wearing under sport shorts athletic shorts) Nudgee College Rain Jacket $35

Coming in to rugby season we also have available Nudgee College headgear Available in 3 sizes Small Medium or Large Cost is $75

Continued in Column

Just a reminder to all our Nudgee College supporters that we have lsquosupporters gearrsquo here for sale Beautiful and warm our polar fleece jackets are made for this cold weather and early mornings We also have polar fleece vests available scarfs and supporter shirts We have a white supporter cap and navy supporter bucket cap also available

Please check these and all our other items out on our website httpwwwnudgeecomlockerroompagesgeneral-memorabilia

httpwwwnudgeecomlockerroompagesclothing

Carol Ephraims Locker Room Manager

Cow Lotto to Support Buru Community in Cape York

2013rsquos Year 10 immersion program includes an immersion to Buru Community at Cape Tribulation in Cape York

As part of the immersion program we are invited to make a contribution to the Buru community which is small and isolated in the Daintree Rainforest Buru is located 2 hours south of Wujal Wujal

The funds raised will allow our students to provide building materials to support the community of Buru establish its own ranger station Last year we constructed fencing purchased a water tank and connected a water supply to a healing centre

Please support our Year 10 students by purchasing a syndicate in our Cow Lotto It is great fun and you may win $100000 The Cow Lotto will be set up and completed on the Churchie home game here at Nudgee on 3 August

The instructions are on the form at the end of this newsletter Additional forms can be emailed to you as requested

Kind regards

Brian OrsquoReilly Cattle Club Coordinator and Maureen Toohey Buru Program Leader


ldquoThe Act of Kindness is a hallmark activity of Catholic Education Week Particularly in this year when celebrations focus on lsquoMaking a differencersquo the Act of Kindness provides a great opportunity to give witness to the message of Jesus and the mission of the Church beyond the curriculum The Act of Kindness highlights the Gospel values of justice compassion and kindness It helps promote a sense of community responsibility that is at the heart of the ethos of Catholic education By participating in an act of kindness simultaneously schools across the State can also highlight to the wider community the justice values that Catholic schools strive to live out The activity serves as a tangible link uniting all our Catholic education communities and helping each student to know they are part of a lsquobigger picturersquo Together we have the ability to bring about a real difference in the lives of others

This yearrsquos theme for Catholic Education Week is

Making a Differencehellip inspired by Jesus

Catholic education strives to make a difference in the lives of individuals and in the wider community by challenging young people to live out the message of Jesus and to reach their full potential as compassionate contributing life-giving members of society ldquo

This is the busiest term of the year for many of our students and their families We look forward to working together with you to ensure it is successful for all Sincerely

Daryl Hanly Principal



























Broadbeach QLD 4218











Sincerely






































Date Claimers










Continued in Column


School PC Photos

Wednesday 31 July







PNG Tour




Reach for the Stars




Midyear Prefects


Year 12 Formal















JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards




























Broadbeach QLD 4218











Sincerely






































Date Claimers










Continued in Column


School PC Photos

Wednesday 31 July







PNG Tour




Reach for the Stars




Midyear Prefects


Year 12 Formal















JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards










Sincerely






































Date Claimers










Continued in Column


School PC Photos

Wednesday 31 July







PNG Tour




Reach for the Stars




Midyear Prefects


Year 12 Formal















JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards






































Date Claimers










Continued in Column


School PC Photos

Wednesday 31 July







PNG Tour




Reach for the Stars




Midyear Prefects


Year 12 Formal















JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards






PNG Tour




Reach for the Stars




Midyear Prefects


Year 12 Formal















JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards




JUNIOR SCHOOL

Wrap up of Term 2



Benji Bowker-5R

Semester 1 Reports









(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards




(SPORT AND CULTURE)

Chess





GPS Music





Wet Weather Line















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards















Teams of the Week


















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards

















QTAC News





Upcoming Open Days







Book Hire


Returns



COMMUNITY

Free Junior Golf
























Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards













Locker Room




New Items available



Continued in Column











Kind regards



NEWSLETTER OF ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE...

Documents

Transcript of NEWSLETTER OF ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE...