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AQUINAS CATHOLIC COLLEGE MENAI 13 th May, 2013 Vol.20.No.11 FROM THE PRINCIPAL As we journey through the great season of Easter in 2013 we now find ourselves in its last week.

I know that many of Year 7 Class of 2014 are preparing for their Sacrament of Confirmation and wish them and their families a joyful celebration in their formal sacramental lives.

I was lucky enough to be able to spend time with both groups who were at the Kiah Ridge and Kedron venues.

Whilst retreats are not a formal Sacrament, they are a part of a sacramental life and the beauty of the venues certainly contributed to the context of the retreat experience.

1 AQUINAS CATHOLIC COLLEGE MENAI 13 th May, 2013 Vol.20.No.11 FROM THE PRINCIPAL As we journey through the great season of Easter in 2013 we now find ourselves in its last week. It is a week that began with The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord, and concludes with the great hope of Pentecost Sunday. I know that many of Year 7 Class of 2014 are preparing for their Sacrament of Confirmation and wish them and their families a joyful celebration in their formal sacramental lives. Our Year 12s have had a week that I trust they will never forget; the Senior Retreat program is seminal in their development from senior school students to reflective young adults. I was lucky enough to be able to spend time with both groups who were at the Kiah Ridge and Kedron venues. I was struck by their thoughtful nature and willingness to engage in what is a deliberately structured spiritual exercise. Whilst retreats are not a formal Sacrament, they are a part of a sacramental life and the beauty of the venues certainly contributed to the context of the retreat experience. I would like to also acknowledge the efforts and generosity of the staff who were most willing to give up significant personal time to commit to the three days and two nights that allowed our Year 12s to experience such a time of grace. Thanks to Mr Snell, Ms Moore, Mr Wilson, Mrs McNamara, Ms Rundle, Ms Scarpignato, Mr Van der Kley, Mrs Buttling, Mrs Baird, Ms Capogreco, Mrs Fensom, Mr Gibson, Ms Kilzi, Mr McGrath, and Mr McGee. Especial thanks to our Religious Education Coordinator and Assistant, Mrs Nolan and Mr Strudwick for their organisation and leadership at the two venues. Once again Aquinas students have been busy in representing their College in representative sport; Congratulations to Tom Carr of Year 12 who has been selected in the NSWCCC Open Volley Ball Team that will compete in the upcoming NSW Championships. Well done Tom! We were also delighted to hear that Jake Baggaley of Year 12 has been selected in the Australian Team to compete in the World Junior Swimming Championships to be held in Dubai in August this year. Jake s efforts in being a highly dedicated swimmer whilst being so humble in his success are a testament to his character and a terrific role model to all of us at Aquinas. Good luck Jake! James Corcoran Principal Anzac Road Menai NSW 2234 Phone Facsimile info@aquinasmenai.catholic.edu.au Enlivened by the Spirit

From Assistant Principal Key Dates Week 3(B) Term 2 Monday 13 th May Year 11 Hospitality and Construction work placement Year 12 Retail Services work placement SSCCC touch football trials at Bosco

20am WYD13 information session at 4pm Wednesday 15 th May NAPLAN testing Year 7 & 9 Year 11 Parent Teacher interviews - 3.30pm to 7.

Year 11 Legal Studies excursion to Downing Street courts Year 12 Semester 1 reports issued Year group meetings period 4 Friday 17 th May WYD13 Commissioning Mass at St Mary's Cathedral Sport Robert

2 From Assistant Principal Key Dates Week 3(B) Term 2 Monday 13 th May Year 11 Hospitality and Construction work placement Year 12 Retail Services work placement SSCCC touch football trials at Bosco Staff meeting after school Tuesday 14 th May NAPLAN testing Year 7 & 9 Year 11 Parish Mass at 8.20am WYD13 information session at 4pm Wednesday 15 th May NAPLAN testing Year 7 & 9 Year 11 Parent Teacher interviews pm to 7.00pm Sharks Rugby League Knockout-U/16 s; Opens Year 12 Parent Teacher booking schedule opens online Thursday 16 th May NAPLAN testing Year 7 & 9Period 4 Pastoral lesson Year 10 Visual Arts excursion Year 11 Legal Studies excursion to Downing Street courts Year 12 Semester 1 reports issued Year group meetings period 4 Friday 17 th May WYD13 Commissioning Mass at St Mary's Cathedral Sport Robert Nastasi Assistant Principal Aquinas Catholic College WYD13 Pilgrims On behalf of the College and the 5 young pilgrims who will be journeying to Brazil for World Youth Day in July, I would like to thank Fr Phil and the Holy Family Parish Community for your amazing generosity and support for our upcoming pilgrimage. The support for us last weekend was overwhelming and your monetary donations will go a long way to relieve some of the financial burdens of this significant journey. Please continue to pray for us over the coming months as we prepare to undertake our pilgrimage. We look forward to sharing our life changing experience with the Parish when we return. Mr Peter Strudwick College Youth Ministry Coordinator Enlivened by the Spirit 2

Religious Education at Aquinas Last week Year 12 participated in their retreat.

I would like to thank Year 12 for the way that they engaged with the opportunities presented to them, particularly the students who shared a part of their own story with their peers.

us. I would like to particularly thank Mr Peter Strudwick and Mr Michael Snell for their work during the preparation and running of the retreats.

3 Religious Education at Aquinas Last week Year 12 participated in their retreat. The retreat was based on the theme of searching for happiness, allowing students to reflect on their relationship with their family, friends, themselves and their God. I would like to thank Year 12 for the way that they engaged with the opportunities presented to them, particularly the students who shared a part of their own story with their peers. I would also like to thank the staff who journeyed with them over their three days of retreat, and Fr Phil Zadro and Fr Marc Barry for celebrating the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist with us. I would like to particularly thank Mr Peter Strudwick and Mr Michael Snell for their work during the preparation and running of the retreats. Year 7-10 students will sit their Half Yearly examinations during Weeks 5 and 6 of this term. They should be preparing for these tasks by revising their class work, and related chapters in their textbook, from the units that they completed in Term 1, as well as the current unit they are undertaking. Specific details on these assessment tasks will be provided to students shortly. Mrs Catherine Nolan Religious Education Coordinator 8 RE Test Practice 2010 Q 50 Emperor Constantine issued an edict which granted everyone in the Roman Empire religious freedom. This edict was called the Edict of A. Milan. B. Rome. C. Athens. D. Jerusalem. Previous Questions Answer: C Reflection on the Gospel In Sunday s Gospel (Luke 24:46-53) Jesus took the disciples to the outskirts of Bethany, blessed them, and withdrew from them and was carried up to heaven. The disciples worshipped him, and then went back to Jerusalem full of joy. The solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord is a day to be overwhelmed by the reality of the divinity of the one whom we have known in his humanity. It is when we consider the enthronement of Christ in the heavens, and the new body of Christ on earth. We have not been left alone - we have his power; we have each other. Together we make up the new body of Christ. be imbued with the hope that is so much a part of the mystery of the Ascension of Jesus Pope John Paul II Adapted from a reflection by Dianne Bergant CSS Congratulations to Nicole Miro who won three bronze medals at the NSW All Schools Swimming last Thursday at Homebush. She placed 3rd in the 50m Butterfly and Breastroke and the 200m freestyle relay in the multiclass category. She will now represent NSW at the School Sport Australia championships in Adelaide in September. Good luck Nicole! Enlivened by the Spirit 3

STUDY CLUB Do you have trouble studying once you get home? Do you find you don t understand some of what you need to study? Are your study notes all over the place? Maybe you need a little help.

4 STUDY CLUB Do you have trouble studying once you get home? Do you find you don t understand some of what you need to study? Are your study notes all over the place? Maybe you need a little help. Come to STUDY CLUB in the LIBRARY Tuesday and Wednesday 3:13pm-4:15pm From now until your exams Work with other students Clarify with Teacher Librarian and/or teachers the things you are confused about Get some tips on study notes and study techniques if needed Don t forget the Library is open every afternoon until 4:00pm or later every day. It s a great place to study or do homework away from distractions. SPORT FOR SCHOOLS INITIATIVE MATHS DEPARTMENT RECALL CORNER This column is included each week to encourage junior students in particular, to answer basic skills questions without the use of a calculator. 1. True or false. A triangle has an angle total of True or false. A straight angle is an angle of Place in descending order 8, -1, -5, -3, Place inequalities between Place inequalities between Mrs Catherine Fensom Maths Teacher Last year parents were invited to bring Coles shopping vouchers as part of a Sport for Schools initiative. As a result of the outstanding support of this program, we have been able to obtain various sporting equipment for students to use. We have initiated a system where students may borrow sporting equipment to use at lunchtimes. This equipment includes footballs, soccer balls, basketballs, frisbees, tennis balls and skipping ropes. Students will need to bring their ID card to the PDHPE storeroom at the beginning of lunch to borrow equipment. Thank you again for the parental support of this initiative. We appreciate the opportunity to enable students to be active during their lunchtimes! Shane Hardcastle PDHPE Coordinator Enlivened by the Spirit 4

Any type of act is welcome - dance ensemble, musical item, magic performance, acrobatics, stand up comedy and the list goes on.

5 AQUINAS DAY TALENT QUEST Aquinas students get your dancing shoes ready, your guitar strings tuned and your vocal cords warmed up, as the AQUINAS DAY TALENT QUEST is approaching fast. Any type of act is welcome - dance ensemble, musical item, magic performance, acrobatics, stand up comedy and the list goes on. Auditions will commence in Week 3, listen out for more details. To audition you must fill out an audition form which is located in the student foyer. If you have any questions please see Mrs McNamara. Thank you! Enlivened by the Spirit 5

6 Last Wednesday three teams (U/13, U/14 and U/15s) attended the Sharks Knockout. All the boys played well and are to be commended for their good sportsmanship and fair play. Congratulations to the U/13 who made it to the semi-finals and the U/15s who won their age division and will now represent Cronulla Sutherland at the State Knockout. Good luck boys! Enlivened by the Spirit 6

7 MATHS CHALLENGE UNIFORM SHOP Answers: 1. True 2. True 3. Largest 1, -3, -5, -8, -1, smallest Maths Department THURSDAY 16 MAY 8:00am - 9:00am Please note the Uniform Shop only sells Sports Uniforms and School bags The Uniform Shop does not accept Eftpos or Credit cards College caps and sports socks can be purchased from the College Office LOST PROPERTY We have a number of items in Lost Property. If you are missing any items please come to the office to check Lost Property FOUND World War II Service Medal Found in the JPII Hall Term 1 Please enquire at the Office CANTEEN ROSTER TERM 2 TIME: MONDAY-THURSDAY 10:00-1:30, FRIDAY 10:00-12:30 MONDAY 13/5 ANITA MORTON TUESDAY 14/5 CAROLYN COONEY, ANTOINETTE KERLE WEDNESDAY 15/5 DIANNE PRESTON, CARLA BRAILEY, DIANE ROBINSON, CATHIE FLANAGAN THURSDAY 16/5 JANE LEGHISSA, CAROLINE RAMSAY FRIDAY 17/5 PATRICIA WADE, CATHY CARUCCIO, JOANNE STORTENBEKER BERNADETTE AHERN, CARINA POWDITCH MONDAY 20/5 JULIANNE MULLER, LISA TUDEHOPE, JACKIE LORENZATTO TUESDAY 21/5 CHRISTINE KLEIN, KRISTINE WUNDERLICH WEDNESDAY 22/5 JACKIE TORO, LIBBY YIP, PHILIPPA MCGUINESS THURSDAY 23/5 TANYA CHANT, ZEFFY DELHAS, ISABEL BAYOT FRIDAY 24/5 LIZ GARCORZ, CAROLYN BARLOW, JANINE POPULIN Enlivened by the Spirit 7

AQUINAS CATHOLIC COLLEGE MENAI

AQUINAS CATHOLIC COLLEGE MENAI 21 st October, 2013 Vol.20.No.27 FROM THE PRINCIPAL As part of the College s cyclical review in 2013 one of the recommendations of the panel was to revisit the College s