Friday 17th

October 2014

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Welcome back to Term 4 and the warmer weather has certainly been with us over these last few weeks. This term will move along very quickly with the senior exam block only a few weeks away. Our building project continues to move

along with the Sport Centre very close to completion with the floor being installed on Monday. The completion date for

the project is Friday 19th December so we are hoping for relatively fine weather leading up to that date.

This week we have been saddened by the passing of a much respected colleague and member of this community. Many

of us truly believed that he would beat his illness as he was so positive and stoic in his battle so it was a great shock to us when he passed. Leo was a teacher here for seventeen years but he was much more than a teacher to those of us

who worked with him over those years. This was shown today by the many students, past students, staff and past staff

members who gathered to celebrate the life of a very special man. As I have said previously he was one of life’s true gentlemen who cared deeply for this community.

This week we have been interviewing the girls who have been nominated for the Year Twelve student leadership positions in 2015. It really is a privilege to speak with these girls and hear them articulate so clearly why they would love

to be student leaders in this community. The College will be in safe hands with any of these girls in leadership positions. All these girls are to be congratulated for stepping outside their comfort zones and taking a risk. Well done girls!

Last week these girls along with all girls in Year Eleven spent three days on a leadership camp up at Mudjimba.

Congratulations to the girls on their behaviour and the way they participated in the challenges the camp presented. Thank you also to Mr Ryan Slavin and the staff who attended with the girls.

Next Monday 20th October is a professional development day for staff and therefore students will not attend on this day. A large number of our staff attend the Qld Curriculum & Assessment Authority panels for each subject to

verify the submitted work for Year 12 students across the state. Those staff not on a panel will be involved in other

professional development. Students will return to school on Tuesday. Please also note that there will be a public holiday on Friday 14th November as a result of the G20 Summit being held in Brisbane.

Our annual Illuminaré will be held this Tuesday night. A student art display will be open in the Killoran Centre from 6pm with a free sausage sizzle in the area adjacent to the hall. Drinks will be on sale. The performances will commence at

7pm. We are currently negotiating with the builders to arrange parking spaces on one of our ovals. I will organise an email with parking arrangements to be sent out early next week.

A reminder also that the annual Night of Excellence will be held here at the College on Friday 31st October. All

students are expected to attend.

I also give notice that a Special Meeting of the College Parents & Friends Association has been called for

Monday November 10th. This will commence at 7pm and will precede the normal General meeting on that night. It will be a very short meeting to adopt two administrative changes to the constitution.

Congratulations this week to the Open Netball team who were placed 7th in the statewide Vicki Wilson Cup played over

the weekend, the Under 15 Touch Football team who attended the All Schools Touch Football Tournament and the OptiMinds team who were awarded an Honour medal in the state finals of OptiMinds also held last weekend. Good luck

to the girls in the finals of the Shake & Stir Shakespeare Festival this weekend. Wonderful achievements for a community our size! Thank you also to staff who spend many hours with the girls in these activities.

Maree Messer

Most of our students would be able to explain what we mean by the “John Fisher Way”. This is a language and traditions

that we have developed to guide how we treat, act and behave towards others and includes such things as showing respect towards other, being inclusive of all people and being resilient in the face of hurdles.

Throughout 2014, we have been working on a project to extend this idea and develop some language to explain the “John Fisher Way of Learning”. In doing this, our aim is to have some common language to educate our students in the

habits and practices which lead to excellence in learning. The guidelines developed are as follows.

Excellent learners:

seek challenges

take risks

think critically

persevere

believe in themselves

reflect on their efforts

seek ways to improve

find joy in learning

set goals

ask questions

offer answers or points of view

learn from mistakes

solve problems

share their learning

listen to ideas

change their ideas in the light of new evidence

Our task now will be to examine these ideas in more detail with students. What exactly does it mean to seek challenges

in learning? How are some ways that you may take risks in English, Art, HPE and so on? What strategies are needed to

engage in critical thinking? Over the next few years, we will be looking to explicitly articulate and teach these habits to our students.

The first two were identified by our teaching staff as being the most important habits needed for learning: seeking challenges and taking risks. Most of us would admit that the times in our life when we have had the most growth as a

person were also the times that were the most challenging. If we are not challenged, we are also not really learning

anything.

It has been interesting to read some comments in the media in the past week about the role that parents have to play in

allowing their children to learn in this way. Those comments were along the line that many parents would like to smooth all of the obstacles out of their child’s way so that they do not have to deal with setbacks, obstacles and hardships. Whilst

it is easy to understand parents wanting to protect their child, this can lead to a situation where the child has no

resilience because they have never had to deal with setbacks. Then when they are faced with the inevitable difficulties of life, they do not possess coping skills because they have never had to cope. The goal of parenting is to help our children

to become independent and confident adults and sometimes this will mean that protecting our children from hardship is not our task. Rather, it is supporting and guiding them as they learn to problem-solve and deal with the hardship

themselves.

Anyhow, hopefully these learning habits will not only useful to us in the class room but will also be useful to parents

when they are working through difficult life issues with their children.

Regards & blessings, Sharee Lane

Upcoming Diary Dates

Monday 20 October PUPIL FREE DAY

Tuesday 21 October Illuminaré – 7pm

Wednesday 22 October Bracken Ridge / Zillmere Library Homework Initiative – 3:30pm

Tuesday 28 October College Board Meeting – 7:15pm

Wednesday 29 October Bracken Ridge / Zillmere Library Homework Initiative – 3:30pm

Friday 31 October World Teacher’s Day

NIGHT OF EXCELLENCE – 7:30pm

Night of Excellence

The upcoming Night of Excellence showcases the results of the hard work of our students and teachers with respect to

the students’ academic, cultural and sporting achievements. I mention teachers because the evidence is very clear that teachers have a profound effect on the learning outcomes of students, as does students’ effort and approach to their

learning. Therefore, the Night of Excellence becomes not only about individual achievement but the achievements of the College community as well. This is the reason the College places so much emphasis on student attendance on the night

itself. It is an opportunity to acknowledge the achievements of so many of our students and in so doing acknowledge

those who contribute to their success.

Care Packages for Romero Centre

The Social Justice Committee, led ably by Ms Liz Pashen, have organised donations of personal care goods to be

distributed to the Romero Centre http://www.mercyfamilyservices.org.au/romero-centre/ for use with refugee families in the Brisbane area who are struggling with costs of living pressures. Ms Pashen and the students have bundled up

individual packages for each family filled with personal care products and some touching personal messages of support.

The care packages will support the work of the Romero Centre, an organisation established by the Mercy Sisters and led by a Muslim woman, Faiza El-Higza who has been a visitor to our College, to reach out to refugee families to aid with

their settlement needs. The Centre is named after Bishop Oscar Romero, who pioneered liberation theology in Latin America, a social doctrine that promoted the Catholic Church’s championing of the human rights of the poor. Oscar

Romero paid the ultimate price for his support for the poor of his native El Salvador with his assassination in 1980. His

was a high price to pay, but a wonderful example of advocacy and commitment to those who are marginalised in society. ( http://www.caritas.org.au/docs/primary-school-resources/oscar-romero-biography.docx)

Regards, Gary Conwell

The Year Elevens began Term 4 with their Leadership Camp

from Wednesday to Friday. From all reports the girls challenged themselves immensely and had a ball doing it,

with the feedback from the Mudjimba Camp staff overwhelmingly positive saying that, ‘they were the best

bunch of kids to pass through their camp’. We witnessed

many acts of courage (high ropes, and abseiling) where the girls pushed and went beyond their usual boundaries, many

surprising themselves how much they could achieve. There were times when I thought the challenge would prove too

much for some, but to their credit they persisted, sometimes

through tears, to complete what they had set out to do. What was particularly encouraging was the way in which the girls

supported each other through the challenges, providing wonderful insight into the peer support network on which the girls will be able to rely in 2015. Friendships amongst the

girls were begun, secured and fostered throughout the camp and I hope that the Year Elevens will continue to nurture

them as they move forward into Year 12.

The evening activities included a trivia quiz, a Glad Bag Formal where the girls made some amazing creations using

different coloured garbage bags, and the ‘Panel of Wise Elders’ – a new initiative where the girls hung out in their pyjamas with the Assistant Principal Mrs Carol Hoareau, College Counsellor Mrs Amy Hodgkinson and Campus Minister Ms

Julie McCoy. The girls were offered the opportunity to ask respectful questions to the three staff members about life and receive anecdotal advice where appropriate on subjects of the students’ choosing. By all reports, the girls found the

evening both informative and enlightening.

I would like to thank Mr David Hooper, Mrs Karen Formosa, Ms Tracey Winders and Mrs Zabarauskas for their willing participation in the activities including the climbing wall, high ropes and the raft challenge! Thank you also to Amy and

Julie who attended and added a fun factor to the camp that only they can. I really appreciate all your assistance beyond the call of duty.

Preparations are underway for this assembly which is organised and run by the Year 11 students, although all year levels have some involvement on the day. With only a few weeks to get everything done, it will be necessary for them to be

available during some lunchtimes and Thursday afternoons as needed. All the planning has been done, now it’s time to

make it all happen. The Graduation Assembly will be held on Friday 19 November commencing at 9am. Families of the graduands are invited to attend. Please remember that payment for the Graduation Dinner is due by 7 November.

Year 12 exams commence on Monday 10 November

Year 11 exams commence on Monday 13 November

Students only attend when they have an exam and they must be in correct uniform. They should arrive at least 15 minutes before each exam session.

Kind regards, Ryan Slavin

We have finally made it to Term Four. As we are drawing closer and closer to the end of the year the students have already started a countdown for the Christmas holidays. However, we still have a little way to go. There are still a lot of

assignments to be completed, a lot of exams to study for, and lots of College events to take place before then. So I ask

the girls to remain focused and persistent with their studies and ensure that they are continuing to uphold the high standards of the College in terms of the dress and behaviour.

The next few major events on our calendar are Illuminaré and Night of Excellence. Illuminaré is always an amazing show and an excellent opportunity for the girls to showcase their talents. I wish all girls performing on the night the very best

of luck. Night of Excellence will take place on Friday, 31st of October. This is a rewarding night and enjoyable night that

again demonstrates what hardworking and persistence students we have at the College. Night of Excellence is a compulsory event for all students. I would like to remind students that their behaviour and presentation on the night is to

be perfect. Students must wear full school uniform, minus the College hat. For some of the girls, this may mean giving their shoes a polish before the event. Students are also reminded about the school rules regarding hair. All hair must be

pulled back and the girls are allowed to wear a white or marron ribbon if they choose.

On Thursday the 23th of October ‘Real Talk’ will be talking to all Year Ten students. Real Talk is an organisation that is all about getting REAL on the topics of sexuality, relationships and personal identity. Based on the Catholic Christian values

and personal testimony from a team of dynamic presenters, Real talk provides up-to-date presentations to help young people understand the amazing plan for love and life. This term in PSD Year Ten students will be focussing on

relationship education; Real Talk is a nice way to start the unit. If you would like more information please do not hesitate to contact myself at the college.

Year Ten students will have 2 days of exam block on Thursday 13 November and Monday 17 November. An exam

timetable will be send out to all students soon.

Kind regards, Laura Chapman

Welcome back to the final term! The year seems to have gone by so fast and it has been wonderful to see how well the

girls have adjusted to the challenges of high school. This term sees the Year Eights taking steps in their transition to Year 9. Already the girls have chosen their subjects for Year 9.

While the girls will remain in the same PC class next year, different subjects will mean classes with a variety of girls from

different PCs. I encourage you to talk to your daughters about this change. Changes in friendship groups may occur as they get to know others. As I have said to the girls before, these changes happen particularly over their early years of

high schooling. Friendship issues remain an important matter for many of the girls as they struggle with their own identity and their place in friendship groups. With modern technology, many girls simply do not just deal with friendship

issues at school through the day. Apps such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Kik mean that many girls are facing

issues late into the night.

On Monday the girls were treated to a very engaging and thought provoking performance by Shake & Stir. Tag focused

on the different types of internet users and highlighted some of the repercussions of thoughtless use of social media sites. It was incredibly entertaining and drove home an emotional message to all who watched. It also re-enforced our

focus of PSD this term which is emotional well-being and acts of kindness.

Throughout this term’s PSD lessons the girls will be examining self-care and organising acts of service for others. They

will be involved in making presents and cards for their Year 12 sisters who will be graduating soon. They will also be

helping the Year Elevens to make and put up decorations for the graduation ceremony, as well as writing letters and making gifts for the incoming Year Sevens and Eights of 2015. All materials will be supplied by the school. The Term will

culminate in a PC act of kindness for the community.

The College cultural night Illuminaré is on this Tuesday the 21st. It will be a fantastic night celebrating all the cultural acts

and talent we have at the College. Come along for a sausage sizzle from 6.00pm and wander around the art displays

before the performances kick off at 7.00pm in the Killoran Centre. The NIGHT OF EXCELLENCE is also fast approaching! This will be held on Friday the 31st October at 7.30pm. The girls know that this is a compulsory event

and attendance at special events, like this, are signed off in your daughter’s record book. I look forward to chatting with many of you at these two special events in the College calendar.

Kind Regards, Nicole Garske

God says, “I have called you each by name because you are precious to me. You are mine

and I love you with unending love. Come to me and I will be your guide, your hope and

your comforter. Act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with me.”

Loving God,

You are with us on our journey.

Today we especially remember Mr Leo Simonis in thanksgiving for his life and for the precious

gift that we as a school community had in knowing him and having the opportunity to work

with him.

May we all feel comfort that Leo is now at peace and being held strongly in the palm of

God’s hand.

As we support each other through this difficult time let us offer a prayer for Leo’s loved ones.

May our prayers of support help them during this very sad time.

AMEN.

Blessings, Julie

Welcome back to what I am certain will be a wonderful last Term of the year. I hope you all took the chance to relax and

prepare both your body and mind for the final few weeks of school. As my leadership journey is drawing to a close, the Year Elevens are well underway with their leadership process. Last week, the Year Elevens, along with their Pastoral Care

Teachers and other members of staff embarked on the annual Leadership Camp. During these three days, the girls were

tested with an assortment of physical challenges including High Ropes and Raft Building. These activities were focussed on teamwork and the importance of working together when faced with an obstacle. Together, the Year Elevens

conquered these challenges proving the power behind teamwork.

Their Leadership process is still underway with nominated candidates participating in interviews with members of the

College Leadership Team. Though this can be a very daunting process, each girl has remained calm and demonstrated a high level of composure amidst this very stressful time.

Well done to the nominees who performed their speeches to their cohort yesterday. You should be extremely proud of

yourself for completing such an amazing feat. Good luck for the rest of your journey!

Until next time, Bre

This week I stumbled across an article about Arianna Huffington, an extremely successful, inspirational woman and founder and publisher of The Huffington Post. She published an article in the Sunday paper a few weeks ago that

resonated with me (and many others I am sure) and sparked a revolution in my mind. She found herself working up to 18 hours a day, seven days a week and suffered from severe health issues bought on by stress. She wrote, “Every

conversation I had seemed to eventually come around to the same dilemmas we are all facing – the stress of

overbusyness, overworking, over connecting on social media and under connecting with ourselves and with one another. The space, the gaps, the pauses, the silences – those things that allow us to regenerate and recharge – had all but

disappeared in my own life and the lives of so many I knew.”

I am sure people are asking themselves the very same question as the year

comes to a close. It is not until we stop, rejuvenate and start to address the

balance in our lives that we will truly be “well”. That does not necessarily mean throwing in the towel on your busy education or career to run livestock and

grow veggies. Returning to nature and letting your roots grow could be as easy as carving out 15 minutes each day to meditate, take a tai chi class, or

snatching a few hours to spending time with the people you love (technology free!). Whatever it is, remember to step back, breathe and prioritise what

really matters.

This Tuesday at lunchtime, we will be collecting photos for the magazine, especially in the areas of band or cultural activities, cocurricular sport, Interact,

Careers Week/Expo, Open Day, Pancake Day, Social Justice or Caritas activities, or miscellaneous excursions. There will be special treats for girls who

have any photos to share for the magazine, so come along with your happy

snaps!

Have an absolutely fabulous week! Isabella

Welcome back to the last term of 2014. What better way to start the term than to celebrate Cultural Life and the Cultural

achievements of 2014 with our annual Illuminaré.

Illuminaré is fast approaching and it will be

lights, camera, action on Tuesday night. Thank you to all of students who have

participated and contributed their efforts and talents to Culture this year. Everyone

is invited to come along and support the

girls who are participating in Tuesday night’s big event. Illuminaré will be held in

the Killoran Centre. The evening performances will commence at 7:00pm.

Please come earlier though to enjoy the

BBQ and the Art Exhibition. This year the student artwork will be on display inside

the Killoran Centre. So make sure Tuesday is marked in your diary!

However, I must warn you that with the

theme of ‘Haunted House’ you are entering ‘Old Saint John Fisher House on the Hill’ at

your own risk. Look forward to seeing you all there.

On Saturday a number of students are performing in the Shakespeare Festival

State Final. Amanda Jacobson (Music),

Isabella Smith (Costume Design & Dance), Pariss Jennings, Kristen Sparks, Courtney

Love, Catherine Wright, Megan Aquilina, Holly Smith and Georgia Smith (Dance) will

be up against students from all around the

state in their respective categories. We congratulate the students on making it

through to the State Final – such a fantastic achievement - and wish them all

the very best for Saturday’s competition.

In Instrumental news our guitar teacher, Nathan Leonard, has moved on to a permanent teaching position at Villanova.

We are currently seeking a new teacher and hope to have someone in place within the next few weeks. Ms Geran will be

in contact with guitar students as soon as lessons are able to recommence. I look forward to yet another exciting term.

If any students have any questions or are just looking for a chat please do not hesitate to come and see myself or Ms

Geran. Georgia

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around’

As we begin the final term of the year, it is apparent that each and every girl has encompassed this idea. As a school community our actions have had such a positive change in many different communities, both locally and globally.

Recognising the difference that one can make, even though the simplest of acts, is the first step to achieving a socially

just community and I am sure that this is a way of thinking that will see the year out.

This term will see the continuation of the Romero Centre collection. It would be great to see many more girls bringing in

hygiene products to support the refugees in this centre. A huge thankyou to everyone who has already donated to this cause, the response so far has been very successful. In a few weeks’ time the group of senior girls will be visiting

Geebung Special School for the last time. I know that the girls really look forward to these visits, just as much as the

children at Geebung Special School.

Currently the Year 11 girls are going through the process of leadership; they are such a capable and passionate group

that will make great leaders for 2015. Good luck to all those girls who have applied for badged positions, no matter the outcome, there is a lot to be said about your good character and commitment just for giving it a go.

Go forth and be just, Sarah

Welcome back to Term Four! I hope you have all had a restful break as this term is always a race to the finish! Sport at

St John Fisher has already kicked off, with the recent Vicki Wilson Cup State Finals weekend and the All Schools Touch Football tournament. 10 of the College’s best netballers travelled to the State Netball Centre on Oct 11th and 12th to

compete against other successful schools from regions all over Queensland. With a solid training effort behind them, the girls performed exceptionally well and fought their way into the preliminary finals. With only three goals in it, St John

Fisher unfortunately went down resulting in a 7th place finish. A special mention should also go to Eden Cassidy for being selected in the Vicki Wilson Cup Merit Team for 2014. A massive congratulations to the girls for all of their efforts over

the year, these girls have shown true Fisher Spirit!

For the first time we also sent an Under 15 team away to the annual All Schools Touch Football tournament, held the same week. With over 300 schools travelling from as far as the UK, the tournament was an excellent experience for all

involved. Despite the mixed results, the team showed great improvement across the week and just missed out on the playoffs.

Turning now to future sporting events, students will soon be able to participate in the upcoming Dodgeball Competition

for 2014. The competition will run from Monday through to Friday, with Year Eights starting off the competition and finishing with the Year Twelves. In addition, there will also be a Teacher vs Students Dodgeball Competition on the

following Thursday 30th October. Get down and support your House during the week!

A reminder that there are four more rounds of Interschool sport for the year, including finals so make sure you give your

best effort each and every week!

I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend! Riley

HOUSE REPORTS

Welcome back to the fourth and final term for 2014! The countdown has begun and I am sure the Year 12 girls could tell you exactly how many days we have left. With so many activities and events still to come, this last term will be busy right till the end. Next Tuesday we have Illuminaré which is a brilliant night that showcases St John Fisher’s talent and is definitely worth attending even if you are not performing. The week after we hold our ‘Night of Excellence’ where we acknowledge all the wonderful things that have happened over the school year and celebrate outstanding achievements.

Although the end of the year is in sight, it is important not to wish this time away. Life is a journey not a destination. We do not remember each day, but we do remember the moments. So participate and experience as many things you can for the remainder of this year and create lasting memories. To receive the full benefit of your schooling life you

must put the energy and effort into everything you do and seize each day to make your life extraordinary. Ellie

This time six months ago St John Fisher launched a brand new initiative, the Trauma Teddy Project. For this project many students and teachers got involved by donating money, material or their time in order to make adorable teddy bears. These teddy bears were donated to the Queensland Ambulance Service to hand out to child patients who are undergoing a very traumatic experience and need the reassuring hug from one of these cuddly teddies. As a new project at the College I was overwhelmed by the response it received. The willingness to partake was amazing from student to teachers to mothers to grandmothers and even a father, who either knitted, hand sewed, machine sewed or stuffed these teddies. To all these amazing people I would like to say a massive thank you because without you none of this would have been possible. Initially, we had the goal of making at least 20 teddies however, at the last assembly of Term Three, St John Fisher College handed nearly 100 trauma teddies to the Sandgate

Ambulance Station. It was timely to have Paramedics Joseph Swalwell and Neil Pinto from QAS at this assembly as it was Ambulance week so St John Fisher College was able to take the opportunity to thank them and all of QAS for the wonderful work they do in very trying and difficult situations. As the Sandgate Paramedics have on numerous occasions attended to our students following sporting injuries or illness it gave me great pleasure to hand over these trauma teddies to them as our College greatly appreciates all their hard work.

Also a massive congratulation goes to the Year Eleven ladies who have under gone such an event filled two weeks. Not only did they manage to survive Year Eleven leadership camp but the girls undergoing the leadership process also had their interview with the Leadership Team as well as delivering a speech to their fellow year level. Congratulations girls, it is definitely not an easy process as it takes a lot of confidence and courage to put yourself out on the line like that, so good

luck with the final stages of the leadership process. Jess

Welcome back from what I hope was a fun, exciting and relaxing holiday for you all! Term Four has been fast approaching and is sure to be fast ending. With a short term in store, everything will come and go before you know it, however, despite the time frame; there will be a lot to get involved in. This Term, we have Illuminaré, Night of Excellence and as well the Year Twelve Graduation. With only six weeks to go for the Year Twelves last ever term of school as well as a couple of extra weeks for Year Eight to Eleven, it is vital that we all stay positive and motivated. We all have to stay strong and stick together in order to ensure we get through the last term of the year with a happy and healthy mind. Term Four is looking promising with the race towards House Cup becoming even closer as we become nearer to the end, so it is extremely important to remain focussed and give everything you do your greatest efforts. Good luck for all of your assignments and exams and keep giving your best right until the end. You have not made it,

until you have make it to the finish line! Until next time! Bre

The final term of 2014 is here! With only eight weeks left and only five for the Year Twelves, this term is going to fly by! With such a short amount of time left to make our impact on 2014 it is time to enjoy the last few weeks of school together by continuing to get involved and have fun and of course being FEARLESS in all we do!

Today we had our last house assembly for 2014. This initiative has been incredibly successful at creating more spirit and cohesion amongst our house and I know this will continue successfully into the future. Today was a celebration of all of our achievements for 2014. Together we celebrated all the highs that have made our year so successful including the fact that we did not come last once this year! For the Year Twelves this was especially a proud moment because ever since we were in Year Eight all we knew was Rocky losing. I know that this year is only the beginning of Rochester’s rise to victory and that in the coming years we will become even more of a threat to the rest of the school! It was so lovely to share all of our memories through a video that featured photos from throughout the year. Thank you to

all the Rocky girls for being so willing to try something new this year and participating so brilliantly at every house assembly.

Although the year is almost over, Term Four still counts so remember to continue to work hard, stay organised and have fun before it comes to an end!

Have a wonderful weekend. Erica

Tuckshop Roster

Term 4 – OCTOBER / NOVEMBER

Mon 20 PUPIL FREE DAY Mon 27 N Jukes Mon 3 K Nolan

Tue 21 K Sauer Tue 28 J Modini Tue 4 J Kidd

Wed 22 S Fingleton T Woodbridge Wed 29 D Best-Semple M Doig Wed 5 K Brose

Thu 23 D Rostirolla Thu 30 P Bolton Thu 6 K Cassidy

Fri 24 A Hill T Johnson Fri 31 T Stephenson Fri 7 S Bone K Dutton

Uniform Shop

COLLEGE BLAZER ORDER FOR 2015 If you wish to purchase a college blazer for next year, you need to place an order at the Uniform Shop on one of the following days:

Tuesday 21st 28th October 2014

Wednesday 22nd 29th October 2014

This will be the only order for blazers for next year.

Delivery will be February 2015

Sample sizes will be available to try on. A non-refundable deposit of $60 is required when ordering with the balance due on collection. It is suggested that a parent or guardian be present when ordering to ensure the correct fitting of blazers.

Sizes: 10 to 22 | Price: $150 (all sizes)

Thank you to the volunteers who have already offered to help.

Help is still needed in the Uniform Shop during the following extended trading days:

Saturday 15, 22, 29 November 8.30am – 10.30am 2014 Saturday 6, 13 December 8.30am – 10.30am

Saturday 10 January 8.30am – 12.30pm 2015 Monday 12, 19 January 3.00pm – 5.00pm Tuesday 13, 20 January 8.30am – 10.30pm Wednesday 14 January 3.00pm – 5.00pm Thursday 15, 22 January 8.30am – 10.30am Friday 16, 23 January 3.00pm – 5.00pm If you are able to help with the outfitting of Year 7 and Year 8 students for 2015 please contact Maria on 3269 2129 (Uniform Shop Hours) | 3269 8188 (School office) or 0416 199 112 (Mobile). Thank you, Maria Wolf

Book Hire

Parents/Caregivers

The end of the school year is fast approaching and it is time to start organising the return of textbooks currently on loan to your daughter.

Each textbook has a barcode starting with X. Students must return the textbook with the same barcode that was loaned to them. A list of items on loan will be given to students in plenty of time for them to check their books. If a student returns another student textbook they will still be responsible for the textbook that was loaned to them.

If books have been lost or damaged they must be replaced. Your daughter will be issued with an overdue notice and payment for the replacement of books must be made by Thursday 20th November 2014

Could you please assist me by ensuring that your daughter returns all of her text books by the following deadline:

Yr 12 Thursday 20th November 2014

Payments for Textbooks still outstanding by the end of the 2014 school year will be charged to your school account.

Thank you for your help in this matter. Maria Wolf