2nd August 2013

Principal: Br Bill Tynan

Assistant Principal - Mission: Mr Paul MacCallum

Assistant Principal - Curriculum: Mrs Janine Conolly

Business Manager: Mr David Osborne

Office Manager: Mrs Sue Wegert

Br Bill Tynan

Welcome back for Term 3. We hope all students can build on the results shown in the Semester 2 reports.

The big event for this term at MSB is NAIDOC Day. To give you more reasons to come, we have made Friday Aug 30 a

holiday, so those coming to NAIDOC can have a long weekend from Friday 30th Aug to Sunday 1st September.

This will give us all a break, and then back for the last three weeks of exam preparation & exams.

On either Wed 28th August or Thursday 29th August accommodation at MSB would be possible for about 15 people -

available to the first 15 people to contact us, if you wish to stay the night before or after NAIDOC Day.

From Monday 12th August to Friday 16th August, Year 9 will have their 5 day expedition and Year 10 Work Experience.

Year 10 will commence their expedition on Friday 30th August to Thursday 5th September, so no long weekend for Year

10. They will have a long weekend from Friday 6th September to Sunday 8th September.

In this newsletter are listed our teaching plans for classes commencing in 2014.

As you can see, we are continuing to aim for class sizes of 10 to 12 students, so that the work in each class is at a suitable

level for each student to progress from their starting point. Programs are being developed for accelerated/catchup

education for all. - Br Bill Tynan

LIMITED SPACES

AVAILABLE IN

YEARS 9,10,11 & 12

PH: 40 961 444

FX: 40 962 509

Email: office@msb.qld.edu.au

Web: www.msb.qld.edu.au

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Assistant Principal – Curriculum

YEAR 10

Thank you to all year 10 students and parents who have completed the Subject Selection process for year 10s

moving into year 11 in 2014. It is a valuable time during which important choices are made about student

pathways into their future. It is also a timely reminder that study in the senior school relies on a certain

level of Literacy and Numeracy to be able to access different courses. We also have prerequisites for

academic subjects, which are listed in the Subject Selection Handbook. Please familiarise yourself with these learning

guidelines, to ensure you are on the right track to enter year 11 on your chosen pathway.

Yr 12 - QTAC

During the next week all year 12 students will be given this year’s QTAC Guide, and we will be discussing the process of

applying for further study in 2014. QTAC is now open for applications online, and will close for ‘on time’ applications on

the 27th September 2013. I encourage you to discuss the varying options available for your student in light of this QTAC

information, and courses available – remembering that you also apply to TAFE through QTAC. If you have any queries

about this process, please don’t hesitate to contact me, as each year brings a variety of changes to the system.

I have asked students to talk through this information with their parents and carers, and come in together to discuss the

process further with myself, settle on your shortlist of courses, and/or to finalise your application. Please make a time

through the office, so that we can work through all possible options.

I have also been discussing future options with each year 12 student, and will be directing specific information to students as

it comes into the college.

YEAR 8

Towards the end of term we will be talking to our year 8 students about their future planning and subject selection for year

9, 2014. We will be asking students to select elective choices for next year. Please take the opportunity over the next few

weeks to discuss options with your students, and link them to their strengths and areas of interest.

Term 3 Assessment

All students will be sitting exams and submitting their assignments through their classes in weeks 10 and 11, with senior Exam

Block Tuesday 17th – Thursday 19

th September. Senior students will be required to attend school on these days, with classes

running while not in exams. All junior classes will continue with their lesson times to enable students to complete all of their

assessment. An Assessment Schedule and Exam Block Schedule will be published in the next few weeks.

A reminder to all students and their carers also – Assessment is to be handed in on the due date, as per QSA requirements. If

an extension is requested, it must be done well prior to the due date of the assessment piece, and be based on extenuating

circumstances. If you are absent on the due date, a medical certificate is required. In all other circumstances student work

will be graded on the due date with the information within the teacher’s possession at the time (this means – make sure you

hand in your rough drafts for feedback!). Some consideration is able to be attributed by teachers in years 8 – 10, however

the QSA guidelines are very specific for senior students. The Semester Assessment Calender is attached to this newsletter, for

your information.

Many thanks, Mrs Janine Conolly

Assistant Principal - Curriculum

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Mount St Bernard College FOR 2014

Year 8 Class 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 Total Places Still Available

No of Students 11 13 13 13 50 40 - Year 8

Year 9 Class 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4

No of Students 11 13 13 13 50 6 - Year 9

Year 10 Class 10.1 10.2

No of Students 16 14 30 6 - Year 10

Year 11 Class 35 10 - Year 11

Year 12 Class 35 6 - Year 12

Total enrolments 200

THE

2014

PLAN

MSB Athletics Carnival 2013

Congratulations Augustines!! ‘Gussies’ were the champion house for MSB’s 2013 athletics

carnival, winning both the overall standings and ‘House Spirit’ awards. It was a tremendous

effort, especially given the large delays experienced due to poor weather.

The 2013 carnival was conducted over two days and (in the end) two terms. The first day

saw athletes pushed to their limits as they competed in the vast majority of track and field

disciplines. The final rotation of field events was finally completed in Week 2 of Term 3.

Congratulations to all who participated over the two days; the spirit and determination showed by many students certainly

did not go unnoticed. A special congratulation’s to the Age Champions and to those students who were selected to represent

the school at the District athletics carnival. Well done to all participants, and good luck to those students competing in the

next levels of competitions.

Results

New School Records

New Record Old Record

Age Name Event Record Age Name Event Record

14 Years Girl Anna Bani 100m 12.99s 14 Year Girl P.Dau (2011) 100m 13.01s

14 Years Boy Bracklan Harris Shot Put 13.43 14 Year Boy T. Gutry (2009) Shotput 13.4m

16 Year Boy Jim Maitie High Jump 172cm 16 Year Boy C.Day (2004) HighJump 170cm

16 Year Boy Jim Maitie Discus 35.54m 16 Year Boy S.Cowen (2005) Discus 34.34m

16 Years Girl Pamai Dau 200m 28.07 s 16 Years Girl L. Burns (2002) 200m 28.56s

Open Boys Willington Pearson 200m 24.01s Open Boy P. Stancombe (2000) 200m 24.72

Open Girls Ruth Naawi ShotPut 9.87m Open Girl Y.Nawi-Gela (2012) ShotPut 9.3m

Open Girls Topsy Bowenda Javelin 27.48m Open Girl A.Malachi(2012) Javelin 24.04

Age Champions-Photo from left clockwise

13 Years Boys Donavan Yam

13 Years Girls Liz Thaiday

14 Years Boys Hamish Nelson

14 Years Girls Anna Bani

15 Years Boys Julian Sesar

15 Years Girls Matilda Warria

16 Years Boys Jim Maitie

16 Years Girls Pamai Dau

Open Boys Brodie Archer

Open Girls Annika Malachi

Champion House

1st- St Augustine - 1008 Points

2nd

- St Bernard - 974 Points

3rd- St Joseph - 871 Points

4th- St Patrick - 669 Points

Team Spirit Award

St Augustine

Here’s what the students had to say about the experience……..

I liked the Bug

Cycle where you

had to work out

how old the bug

was from the

cow’s stomach

~ Edith

Last week we were lucky enough to have CSIRO visit our school. Year 8 Science and Year 11 Chemistry students got to investigate a crime and use forensics to see who stole the cattle.

Year 10 and 12 students had the opportunity to extract DNA from Barley.

“IT WAS REALLY GOOD, I LOVED THE BALLISTICS” ~ DAVID

I like the clues in the investigation ~ Jayson

I LIKED THE TYRE

INVESTIGATION ~

MARGARET

“It was really fun trying

to match the bullets to

the guns” ~ Tyler

It was fun and really nice to solve a crime. It was nice looking into microscopes and trying to match tyre tracks ~ Sylvia

I LIKED THE BLOOD ONE, WHERE YOU HAD TO SQUEEZE THE FAKE BLOOD IN-

TO A DISH ~ BILLY

I LIKED THE TYRES BECAUSE WHEN YOU RUB THE WHEEL ON THE PAPER YOU USED THE MAGNETIC STUFF AND COULD SEE

THE TYRE TRACKS ~ CAMERON

I liked wearing the glasses and looking at

fingerprints ~ Savane

I really enjoyed the part

where you had to figure

out which bullet came from

the dead cow ~ Jack

I liked testing the blood groups ~ Savannah

MY FAVOURITE PART WAS MATCHING THE CHEWING GUM TO THE DENTAL MOULDS ~ LESTER

Year 8 Science Students have been learning about how cells work in our body. Have a look at some of the mobile’s they made as part of their course. This is such a wonderful group of students who love to learn and have fun in science.

Interschool Touch Football Competition

Students from Grade 8,9,10 and 11 have joined to make an OPEN Touch Team.

This team had its first game at the Ather-ton International club last Wednesday. Our players braved the GIANT Year 12’s from Mareeba and only went down 8-4.

Congratulations to these players. We’re looking forward to the rest of the season.

Tomodachi: The Edge of the World

Two boys from different worlds join a warrior girl to cross a dangerous

land of duels and battles, pursued by bandits, manipulated by spies.

Through it all they discover that friendship is the most powerful

adventure of all.

An exciting, accurate window into the fiery world of Japan’s feudal

samurai.

‘Really enjoyed this book…well told adventure story…a colourful

world and time’. Goodreads

‘A great action-packed ripping yarn.’ Pamela Freeman, Winner NSW

History Prize for Young People

‘A joy to read.’ GoodReading

Simon is visiting MSB on Tuesday 6 August - students may

purchase his book for $10 – C ash or cheque

Simon will stamp all

books he signs with his

warlord’s seal, made

for him in the shadow

of Fushimi Castle,

Kyoto, Japan

www.simonhiggins.net

Mount St Bernard College Senior Formal 2013

Date: Saturday, 16th November 2013

Venue: The Reef Hotel Casino

Address: 35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns Qld

Phone: 1800 808 883

Times: 5:30pm: Seniors and Partners assemble at the Cruise Terminal Wharf Car Park,Cnr of Wharf and Lake St, Cairns.

6:00pm: Students start arriving at The Reef Hotel Casino

Finish: 11:30pm – Midnight

Cost: $45.00 per person

Note: Each student is welcome to invite a maximum of 12 guests (family and/or friends).

Payment Options: Pre-payment of tickets available through Centrepay.

Please contact Sue Wegert or Althea Collins at MSB for further details.

Tickets also available for sale at Mount St Bernard College in September.

Details to be confirmed at a later date.

Dress Code: Students and Partners: Formal Guests: Evening Wear

Alcohol: Alcohol, soft drinks and juices will be available for purchase at the Senior Formal. The Committee requests, in consideration of all

present, graduates and their partners over 18 years of age please refrain from consuming alcohol at the function .

Parking: The Reef Hotel Casino is located within easy walking distance of the Cairns Esplanade. There are various parking options

available in and around the venue. Taxi’s and Council Bus transport is also available. Please consult local timetables for bus times.

Accommodation: There are many and varied accommodation options located centrally in Cairns. Accommodation is available at The

Reef Hotel Casino and many surrounding accommodation providers. Please consult your local travel agents or perform an internet search

to explore accommodation availability.

Photographer: Melissa Harwood Photography

Melissa Harwood Photography will be photographing the graduate arrivals, some candid photography throughout the night as well as

offering Student, Family and Graduating Group sittings on the night. More details and costs will be forwarded to families as they are con-

firmed.

Senior Formal Committee Contacts: Mrs Trudy Bakker

Phone: 07 4096 1444

Mobile: 0408 475 735

Email: tbakker@msb.qld.edu.au

Please feel welcome to contact me should you have any queries or require additional information. Official invitations with RSVP dates

will be forwarded in the coming months.

Proper Solid Fun - by Bradley Lyall Year 11

On the 12th

July 2013, a small group of senior students travelled to Cairns to participate in a script reading of “Proper Solid

Play”. Jute Theatre Company has developed this script which celebrates the achievements of aboriginal and Torres Strait

Islander Queenslanders. The script will be produced as a full stage production at the beginning of the 2014 theatre season at

the Jute Theatre Company space and all students have been invited back to enjoy the production.

As part of the creative process, this year during NAIDOC week students listened to actor’s workshopping scenes, gave

feedback, asked questions, met the playwright, Steven Oliver, set designers, actors and director.

The students gained new insights on how theatre works. The final discussion about setting goals and achieving them was

inspirational. We all agreed (even the exchange students from Europe) that family figures significantly in in our future dreams

ant theatre is a powerful space to express our indigenous culture. Bradley Lyall Year 11

Course: Mt Baldy State Forest mountain bike track

LONG COURSE: 12 KLMS

SHORT COURSE: 5.6 KLMS

COST: $10 - 18 & OVER / $5- UNDER 18

Nomination forms: Contact: Glenda McAuliffe – 40955197

Email: athertonlionesses@hotmail.com

OR

Collect from Atherton Gas & Camping

A project of Atherton Lioness Club with assistance from

Atherton Gas & Camping

ATHERTON LIONESS CLUB

MT BALDY FUN RUN

LONG COURSE Men 18 & Over

LONG COURSE Women 18 & Over

SHORT COURSE Men 18 & Over

SHORT COURSE Women 18 & Over

LONG COURSE Men Under 18

LONG COURSE Women Under 18

SHORT COURSE Men Under 18

SHORT COURSE Women Under 18

SHORT COURSE Male Primary School

SHORT COURSE Female Primary School

Mt St Bernards College Dining Room Menu Term 3 2013 Week 5 12th - 16th August

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Tea Vanilla Sponge Cake Jam Drops

Vegemite & Jam & Peanut Paste Sandwiches Cherrios Chocolate Cake

Lunch Pies & Chips

Cold Meat & Assorted Salads Beef Wraps MYO Beef Burgers

Mt St Bernards College Dining Room Menu Term 3 2013 Week 6 19th - 23rd August

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Tea Patty Cakes Nutella Sand-wiches Lamingtons Party Sausage Rolls

Carrot & Orange Cake

Lunch Savoury Mince Roll

Wraps, Cold Meat & Salad MYO Chicken nuggets & Salad BLT

Mt St Bernards College Dining Room Menu Term 3 2013 Week 7 26th - 30th Aug

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Tea Donuts Anzac Biscuits Sponge Cake Choc/Vanilla Party Pies Chocolate Cake

Lunch Sausage Rolls & Salad MYO Hot Dogs Pizza Sub & Salad Beef Burgers

Mt St Bernards College Dining Room Menu Term 3 2013 Week 8 2nd - 6th Sept

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Morning Tea Muffins Scones & Jam & Cream Lamingtons Chips

Nutella Sandwich-es

Lunch

Cold Meats & Assorted Salad MYO BLT

Chicken Wings & Savoury Rice

Pluto Pups & Sal-ad

Upcoming Events - Term 3 - 2013

Tues 6th Aug Simon Higgins - Visiting Author

Thurs 8th Aug Docemus Awards

Fri 9th Aug Motivational Media Presentation - All year levels - Period 6

Sat 10th Aug MSB Year 12 Formal Fundraiser - Sausage Sizzle - Silo Centre Atherton

Mon 12th-Fri 16 Aug Year 9 Expedition - Walsh River

Year 10 - Work Experience

Wed 14th Aug P & F Meeting - Boardroom @ MSB

Fri 16th Aug CES Indigenous Careers Day - Year 11 & 12 English Comm - James Cook University

Fri 16th-Sat 17th Aug Track & Field Peninsula Athletics Carnival - Barlow Park Cairns

Tues 20th Aug St Bernard’s Day Mass & Feast @ MSB

Sat 24th Aug MSB Yr 12 Formal Fundraiser - Sausage Sizzle - Big W Atherton

Thurs 29th Aug NAIDOC Day

Fri 30 Aug - Thurs 5 Sept Year 10 Expedition - Shipton’s Flat

Tablelands Wildlife Rescue

24 hour hotline PH: 4091 7767.

LIMITED SPACES

AVAILABLE IN

YEARS 9,10,11 & 12

PH: 40 961 444

FX: 40 962 509

Email: office@msb.qld.edu.au

Web: www.msb.qld.edu.au

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