From the Principal VOLUME NO. 10 – APRIL 3 2017

GAZETTE Dear Parents, students, staff and friends of Rosebank,

During this past week the 1996 John Travolta film “Phenomena” was televised. A moving work, in which George Malley (Travolta) plays a mechanic who sees a bright light in the sky one night and wakes up the next morning a wise genius, hungry for knowledge and so smart he figures out national defence secrets in his own living room. He starts taking out six books a day from the local library and working out things that had previously been beyond him. He’s able to learn a foreign language by flipping through a textbook as well as winning at chess, predicting earthquakes and picking up strange vibes. This is not the George people know. It seems that people do not like the unexpected. They want George to continue to be George, no more, no less, so that he continues to fill the same predictable place in their lives.

The script contains some deep wisdom very much related to the Easter theme we celebrate these coming weeks. George’s friend and supporter, Doc (Robert Duvall) after hearing several of the townsfolk openly disparage George exclaims “Why do ya have to tear him down? What are ya so afraid of? What have you got to lose? He wasn’t selling anything! He didn’t want anything from anybody! He wanted nothing from nobody! Nothing! And you people have to tear him down so you can sleep better tonight! So ya can prove that the world is flat and ya can sleep better tonight!”

George’s other loyal supporter and friend is Nate (Forest Whitaker). He tells him, “everything that we need is already in us, we just got to clear away the crap that it’s buried under….See that? That’s the crap. Love is buried under fear, and partnership is right there under competition, and there’s compassion underneath the greed. Nate, you gotta take your eraser and do the work. It’s hard work and nobody can do it for you. There’s no drug. That’s the sum of it”.

Finally as he approaches the end of his life brought on by a diagnosed tumour, he concludes “I think I’m what everyone can be. I’m the possibility. The human spirit, that’s the challenge, the voyage, the expedition…I’m what everyone can be. Anyone can get here.”

This is the Easter challenge! It has been said that God took on human form so that we could move closer to being ‘God like’. And what is this – unconditional love. We are called to shed our fears and mediocrity, our propensity to consume and accumulate, and to take up our lives and follow He who came to share the good news, he who did not want anything, did not want to sell anything. People of the time of Jesus, as today, were afraid- politicians afraid of the truth, leading church authorities fear of losing power, ordinary people fear of moving beyond their comfort level, of exploring new ways of being. As George so eloquently expresses it: “I’m the possibility. What I’m talking about is the human spirit. That’s the challenge. That’s the voyage. That’s the expedition”.

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And what is the cost? George tells us plainly. We “gotta take your eraser and do the work. It’s hard work and nobody can do it for you. There’s no drug”.

We delight in the start of the Netball season this past weekend, the summer semi-finals and finals this Thursday, the assessments being completed this week by our senior students and the last week of Term 1.

We also give thanks for our Governance through Good Samaritan Education. Last week the Members of the company met at Rosebank for the Annual General Meeting. This gave us an opportunity to farewell three Directors after many years of service. We express our deep gratitude to Professor Marea Nicholson, Sr. Meg Kahler and Ms Kathryn Efthymiades who have served Rosebank generously and wisely for up to 15 years. The Members also accepted the recommendations of the Board to appoint four new Directors who will commence next Term. We are truly blessed by all these volunteers who want to share their gifts of leadership with our community and who represent a variety of skills in Law, Finance, Education, Compliance and Construction. Finally, I am delighted to report that that Board has elected a new Chair. Her name is Ms Tara McCarthy, an ex-student of the College. This is appropriate given our Sesquicentenary celebrations.

We now enter a period of rest for students and intense effort at the College over Easter as we relocate into our new building, Downside. This commenced on the weekend with the temporary set up of the general office and Principal/Finance office on the ground floor. Staff will be moved over the holidays and the 12 new classrooms will be occupied at the start of Term Two (new timetables and rooming will be available for students in the last week of the holidays).

The large staircase in Inkamana and the colonnade will also be completed in the next three weeks so that we have full access to all facilities. It has been a long journey and we look forward to Open Day (7 May) to share some of its features. The other four upcoming major events include the celebration of Mothers’ Day and 150 years of education for women, St Benedict Day and the installation of the 2017/2018 senior school leaders, the Gala Dinner at the ICC on Saturday July 29thth and the Blessing and Opening of Downside on Friday September 1st.

We have been overwhelmed by the support of our current families for the Gala dinner. It will be a spectacular night. As tickets are selling quickly we ask that all who still intend to purchase via www.trybooking.com/NTYG do so as soon as possible.

May the radical news of a Risen Christ confirming the love of God be in your heart and thoughts this Easter. The ceremonies are quite moving and so I commend that you join your communities of faith and together ponder the true mysteries they represent.

Tom GaleaPrincipal

Year 7 at St Marys Cathederal

Our New Reception

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Dates for the Diary

3 April - 7 April Year 9-12 Exams Friday 7 April Easter Liturgy Last day of Term 8 April - 13 April Year 10 Immersion

Wednesday 26 April First Day of Term 2Anzac Day Service

Sunday 7 May Open Day

From The Assistant Principal

Please note change of date for Benedict Day Celebrations. This will now occur on 16 June 2017.

Is your child interested in becoming a Catholic or has not yet completed all their sacraments of initiation? Rosebank College in Term 2 will be holding a RCIT (Rite of Christian Initiation for Teens) course once a week during lunchtimes. Please contact Mrs Middeldorp pmiddeldorp@rosebank.nsw.edu.au if you are interested.

Lost Property

As we near the end of Term 1 Lost Propertyis overflowing with sports bags, sports uni-forms,towels and clothing from Year 7 camp and girls and boys blazers.

If they haven’t been claimed by the last dayof term (7th April), they will be given to good will or to the Uniform Shop to sell as second hand.

Please come and collect your belongings.

We have enjoyed another fruitful and exciting Term at Rosebank and it is hard to believe we have arrived at the Term 1 break. Highlights of the Term have been many, including the wonderful Musical that involved close to 200 of our students cast with two of the three nights being sold out. It was a great production! The Year 7 Camp, Year 10 Reflection Day and the Music Camp gave opportunities for students to grow in an unfamiliar environment. These experiences allow our students time to explore, flourish and reflect about their own journey within a community. There were many sporting and cultural successes, including swimming, basketball and chess. This week we will come together to celebrate the thanksgiving of Easter.

We also look forward with enthusiasm and celebration to moving into the new building, Downside; what a magnificent facility it is shaping up to be! Congratulations and sincere thanks must go to our Principal, Mr Galea for his vision, leadership and resolve in the planning and overseeing this amazing project. It is difficult to articulate the extent to which the building, and its associated facilities, offices and new classrooms will enliven and enhance our capacity to offer rich and challenging opportunities to our students and staff. Thanks is extended to our students and staff who have patiently made concessions and adjustments as the building works have unfolded around them.

Sincere thanks must also go to the many parents and supporters of the College who contributed in a variety of ways particularly through the work of the Parents and Friends Association.

I wish for our Rosebank families over the break, time for vital rest, relaxation and reflection, opportunity to take in God’s glorious creation, and the opportunity to share in the joy of each other’s conversation and company.Have a safe holiday! Paul Hardwick Assistant Principal

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From The Dean of Mission

Holy Week, Triduum and Easter Day Liturgies in the local areaPassion (Palm) Sunday 9 April 2017 (Vigil Saturday 8 April)Holy Thursday 13 April 2017Good Friday 14 April 2017Holy Saturday and Vigil of the Resurrection 15 April 2017Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord 16 April 2017The parishes of Concord, Croydon and Drummoyne will hold joint reconciliation services this week and during Holy Week. Check details below or go to the Parish Websites.

St Mary’s Concord(http://www.stmarysconcord.org.au/)Passion Sunday (Palm Sunday): Vigil 6.00pmPassion Sunday (Palm Sunday): 9.30am, 6.00pmHoly Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.30pm

Good Friday Stations of the Cross 10.00am; Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion 3.00pm; Via Crucis (Italian) 6.00pm.Holy Saturday and Vigil of the Lord’s Resurrection 7.00pm.Easter Sunday: 7.30am, 9.30am, 6.00pm.

St Ambrose, Concord West(http://www.stambrose.org.au/) Palm Sunday Masses: Vigil 5.00pm, Sunday 9.30am, 5.00pmHoly Thursday: Reconciliation 6.00-7.00pm; [Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.30pm]Good Friday: Stations of the Cross 10am, [Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion 3.00pm]Holy Saturday: Reconciliation 3.30-4.30pmVigil of the Resurrection of the Lord 7.00pmEaster Sunday 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.00pm

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St Joan of Arc, Haberfield(http://www.stjoanofarc.org.au) Palm Sunday Masses: 5.00pm Vigil Blessing of Palms at all Masses Italian 9.00am and English 6.15pm. Wednesday: 9.00am Mass [6.00pm - 7.00pm Reconciliation (Confession)]Holy Thursday 7.30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday: 10.00am Stations of the Cross (English) 3pm Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 7.30pm Via Crucis (Italian) Holy Saturday and Vigil of the Lord’s Resurrection 6.30pm Easter Sunday Masses at 7.30 (Italian), 9.00 am and 6.00pm.

All Hallows, Five Dock(http://allhallows.org.au)Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper - 7.30pm Good Friday: Stations of the Cross - 9.30am Liturgical Action of the Lord’s Passion - 3pm Holy Saturday: Vigil Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection - 7.00pm Easter Sunday: Masses: 8.30am & 10am Note: No 6pm Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation: 7th April at 7.30pm at St Mark’s Drummoyne with several priests

Holy Innocents, Croydon(http://www.holyinnocentscroydon.org.au)Palm Sunday: (Vigil) 5pm Saturday, 7.30am, 8.45am (Italian), 10am, Tuesday 11th April: Reconciliation (in English & Italian) 7.30pmHoly Thursday: Mass of the Last Supper - 7.00pm

Good Friday: The Solemn Stations of the Cross will be held at 10am. 2.30pm Novena to Divine Mercy and at 3pm the Solemn Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion. Holy Saturday: Vigil Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection – 7.00pm Easter Sunday: As usual 7.30am & 10am English Mass, 8.45am Italian Mass

St Mark’s, Drummoyne(http://www.stmarksdrummoyne.org.au/) 2nd Rite of Reconciliation Friday 7th APRIL 7:30pm

Palm Sunday Masses Sat 8 April: 6pm Vigil Sun 9 April: 9am with procession in the grounds 6pm Mass Holy Thursday Thurs 13 April: 7:30pm Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday Fri 14 April: 10am Stations of the Cross Fri 14 April: 3pm Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion Holy Saturday Sat 15 April: 10am Morning Prayer and anointing of catechumens Sat 15 April: 7pm Easter Vigil Easter Sunday Sun 16 Apr: 8am Mass Sun 16 Apr: 10am Mass Sun 16 Apr: 6pm Mass

Dr Paul O’SheaDean of Mission

Religious/Holy ArtefactsDear Families,As part of our 150th celebrations, an exhibition is being set up on Open Day. To assist us to "step back in time", we are seeking old holy pictures and/or statues that we can use to set the scene.If you can assist, please contact the College on 9713 3100.

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Dear Families,Please be reminded that if you wish to withdraw your child from the College, notification in writing, advising the student’s withdrawal must be given to the Principal. A full term or 10 weeks notice (whichever is the shortest) is required, otherwise a full term’s fees will be charged. This applies to students leaving mid-term.

Join us as we celebrate all things Sesquicentenary.

The theme for 2017 InnovatED is 150! All students are invited to apply for this year’s InnovatED Showcase.

Your project must demonstrate creativity and innovation.

We need committed students who are divergent and flexible thinkers.

You can make a difference in this world!

Students are invited to submit a proposal for an Independent Learning Project (ILP).

It is not about “showing” your work but it is more about “making” your work.

You will have the opportunity to showcase your project in November.

Guidelines

Projects can be about anything but must include the Rosebank Signature Item.

The 2017 Rosebank Signature Item is 150!

Your project must be original There are no limits to what or how you do

it as long as you include this year’s signature item 150

Conduct intensive research on an area of interest that you are passionate about or would like to know more about

See last year’s Showcase program http://lolshowcase.weebly.com for inspiration.

Submission

Your proposal must be no longer than 500 words and must include the following details:-

The title of your project - clearly state your enquiry question

Identify some key outcomes that you hope to achieve

A brief overview of what your project will be about

Evidence of preliminary research A timeline of milestones for your project Include an introductory paragraph why

you would like to be part of the InnovatED team

Good luck!

To be considered for this year’s Showcase you will need to submit your proposal to Ms Reed by the end of Week 1, Term 2.

The closing date will be Friday 28 April 2017.

Celebrating 150 years of Innovative Learning at Rosebank College

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InspirED is off and running! =

Students in Years 7, 8, 9 & 10 are offered a range of full day or short-term workshops designed to develop critical and creative problem-solving skills. Students are offered access to a range of additional opportunities that will complement and enrich school programs and extend and deepen their learning in school. InspirED offers a provision which takes students well beyond traditional school subject matter. These enrichment days enable students the opportunity to interact with, and engage in issues relevant to our community (local, national and international) and become discerning citizens of our world. The program may take place on site or at external venues.

SOME OF THIS YEAR’S ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE……

Beaux and

belles

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Co-curricularSports Report

Competition Team Played against Result and score

Player of the match

CBSA Intermediate Bas-ketball

St Mary’s Cathedral Lost 43-16 Christian Ryan

CBSA Senior Basketball De La Salle Revesby Won 41-37 Will CornishSCC Junior Volleyball Marist Catholic Col-

legeWon 2-0 Everyone

SCC Intermediate Volleyball

St Charbel’s College Lost 2-0 Everyone

SCC Senior Touch Bethany College Washed outGlebe Basketball RBC WildcatsIWSNA Netball U13 Kookaburras FDAS Ravens Won 25-4 Simona BertuccioIWSNA Netball U13 Bluebirds PRUFNC Panthers Won 12-3 Abbey WalkerIWSNA Netball U14 Finches BNC Opals Lost 14-9 Brigette CocoIWSNA Netball U15 Eagles Schols Heatwave Won 43-1 Laura PrincipatoIWSNA Netball Cadet Hawkes GNC Astras Lost 38-19 Isabella FioriIWSNA Netball Cadet Lorikeets HNC Lattes Lost 32-31 Georgia Tutt

SCC and CBSA Sport for Thursday 6th April

Junior SCC Volleyball grand final vs St Charbel’s College, 1pm, Mount Saint Joseph’s College Milperra Senior CBSA Basketball grand final vs Penshurst Marist – 2pm, Hurstville Aquatic Centre

Our students have again made history for the College with the senior Basketball boys reaching our first ever CBSA grand final. The Rosebank team finished the regular season in fourth place, coming up against an undefeated De La Salle Revesby team in the semi final. The team had a slow start and were down by 15 early on, but fought back to take the lead with just over two minutes to go. They held on to win by four points and will play Penshurst Marist in the grand final this week at 2pm at Hurstville Aquatic Centre. The boys are: Calum McSpadden, Tony Rhee, Billy Smith, Henry Moffitt, Callum Fitzsimons, Kristian Lovicu, Will Cornish, Dylan Walker. Henry Moffitt had a big day; not only was he involved in the Basketball win, he also spent much of his day at Bankstown Basketball Stadium participating in the NSWCCC Volleyball trials. Henry was selected to join the NSWCCC opens Volleyball team, to compete at the Tri Series Championships against NSWCIS and NSWCHS at Homebush on 9 June. Over at St Charbel’s College Punchbowl, our girls were in the Volleyball semis. Our Year 7 students, in their first term of rep sport defeated Penshurst 2-0 to move in to the grand final this week. The time and location of their game is yet to be determined. These girls are: Abbey Walker, Riley Green, Madison McCartan, Yasmin Arlotta, Emma Donnelly, Charlise Gardner, Kiara Rogers, Alia Walker, Lara Zuzza.

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Olivia Pinto of Year 8 Cassidy competed in the Little Athletics NSW State Championships in U/13 Girls events.She was placed 6th in Discus, 7th in Javelin and 12th in Shot Put. Olivia also competed in the Senior Athletics for Asics Wests Club and competed at the NSW Junior Championships U/15 age group in February. She was placed 4th in Discus and 6th in Javelin.

Co-curricular Sporting Achievements Little Athletics

Dragon Boating Recently several Rosebank students were selected into the Australian Dragon Boat team to compete at the World Championships France this July.Laura Hennessy, Vanessa Giardina and Amy O’Neill from Year 8 have been selected for the Under16 Auroras with Ben Lincoln.We wish these students best of luck as they prepare to represent their Country.

Our intermediate boys Basketball and intermediate girls Volleyball had hard fought games and excellent seasons but sadly lost their semi-finals. Nonetheless they are excited to support their peers this week.

IWSNA Winter Netball Season Opening

It was a perfect sunny day for our Netballers to kick off the winter season at Cintra Courts on Saturday. Each year the season opens with a formal March Past for all of the participating clubs. Our girls presented beautifully. With their Rosebank netball uniforms, blue and yellow streamers and matching hair styles the players stood out from the crowd and for the first time were victorious. Rosebank players were crowned winners of the annual March Past! Well done to all the players and coaches for their efforts and thanks to all the parents for making the first round so successful. I know we are all looking forward to a great season!

Claire Moran Kathy JohnsonAssistant Co-Curricular Coodinator Assistant Co-Curricular Coodinator

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Reshelved: Scholastica Research and Study Centre NewsHoliday Reading – Non-Fiction or Nothing!Easter Holiday time is the perfect time to give your brain a recharge. Try stretching the grey matter by tackling a Non-Fiction book on a subject that is unfamiliar or challenging. These titles have been added to our collection this week:

Captain James Cook / Rob MundleCaptain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time. Over three remarkable voyages into the Pacific, Cook unravelled the mystery surrounding the existence of the Great South Land. He became the 1st explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and discovered the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire.

The hidden life of trees : what they feel, how they communicate / Peter WohllebenAre trees social beings? Forester and author Peter Wohlleben convincingly makes the case that yes, the forest is a social network. He draws on ground-breaking scientific discoveries to describe how trees are like human families: tree parents live with their children, communicate with them, support them as they grow and even warn each other of impending dangers. [I am thinking of the Ents from LOTR]…

Mabo : a symbol of struggle / Sean FloodThe author has worked as a defence lawyer in Papua New Guinea, N.T., ACT and NSW, has worked with

Australia’s Indigenous peoples in a wide variety of matters, and was a member of the National Native Title Tribunal. Flood sees Mabo as the beginning, not the end, of a long struggle for Indigenous recognition and equality.

The dream of reason : a history of western philosophy from the Greeks to the Renaissance / Anthony GottleibThe author’s aim in writing this book was to look at the writings of those from the past 2,600 years who are regarded as the great philosophers of the west, and approach the story of philosophy as a journalist ought to: to rely only on primary sources, wherever they still existed; to question everything that had become conventional wisdom; and to try and explain it as easily as possible.

Physics in 100 numbers : a numerical guide to facts, formulas and theories. / Colin StuartMathematics is the language of science, and numbers are at the heart of all physical sciences – understand the numbers and you’ll have a better understanding of the science. Whether you read this book from cover to cover or dip in and out at random, you will discover a wide range of facts, figures and formulas, presented in a way that is easy to grasp. [Be the judge of this: Read the book and post a review].

Until next week – Happy Holiday Reading!Ms Tracey Djurichkovic – SRSC Manager

TAS NewsIn Year 9 food technology, we have been learning how to create a variety of different foods, ways we can cook and how to present them in a creative format. On Wednes-day 29 March, we made lamb and onion filo pastry rolls with sesame, tabouli and hummus. Ms Di Marco showed us to how make our own chocolate cups with strawber-ry fans, these are quiet easy to make but present very well. We then intricately shaped ice cream to fit into our chocolate mould, we used the strawberry fan to garnish our dessert. Jessica Cham, Year 9 Food Technology

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Cassidy NewsCassidy Middle School students reflect on the Pastoral Care lessons this TermHarmony Day celebrations included drawing and colouring in maps of different countries that make up the wonderful multicultural society we live in here in Australia. Each Home Room brought in food to share at a picnic lunch on the day. It was a lovely way to celebrate diverse cultures. Below Cassidy students share some thoughts about the Pastoral lessons this term.

This term in Pastoral Care, Year 7 focused on Relationships. Our lessons also included an introduction to Rosebank. In one of our lessons, we focused on the rules and procedures at Rosebank by reading the pages in the College Diary that explain them. In other lessons, we met people in Year 7 Cassidy and we spoke about what makes a good friendship. I have enjoyed meeting other people and learning a bit about them. Lorenzo Scarpellino, Year 7 Cassidy SRC

During Year 7 Pastoral Care, we covered a number of things. We focused on what a relationship is and how to be in a good relationship. We learnt that values like trust, honesty and kindness are needed in a good relationship. We also used the Pastoral lessons to get to know each other as we all are in Year 7 and high school is a new experience for all of us. This term I enjoyed meeting new people, making friends and learning about the rules of Rosebank. Isabella Cappelluto, Year 7 Cassidy SRC

Term 1 in Pastoral Care, we reflected and expanded our knowledge about positive relationships. I have learnt that we can have positive relationships between our families, friends, teachers and even strangers. As a year group, we watched videos and outlined what the positive relationship was, as well as creating our own comic strip to show a positive relationship. As a result, we all learnt something new or had an opportunity to reflect on our relationships with others.Angelina Menesis Year 8 Cassidy

So far this year, we have been focusing on positive relationships and what is in a positive relationship. I have enjoyed it because we have learnt how to be better friends and peers so then we could be better people. I have also liked the sessions because we have done fun activities such as making comic strips about bullying and this why I have enjoyed Pastoral Care this year. Tony Habib, Year 8 Cassidy

One Pastoral Care session I enjoyed was the follow up of a performance by Brainstorm Productions that focused on the subject of ‘Bullying’. We learnt about daily actions and some things we do that actually are acts of bullying. We were informed about how to deal with it and what actions would be considered inappropriate in such a situation. It was an eye-opener when we elaborated on the topic later in Pastoral care. Some students reflected on their actions and realised that their actions may have been offensive or mean towards another person even if they thought at first that it was a joke. Isabelle Dobbin Year 9 Cassidy SRC

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InspirED

We Come Apart Sarah Crossan explores how she came to love poetry and why you will learn to love it too! Sarah offers a behind-the-scenes look at the new verse novel she co-authored with Brian Conaghan, focusing in particular on the key themes of refugees and prejudice.

Will YOU be one of the 20 students from Years 8-10 who will be selected to attend the festival?

Here’s how to apply: Visit the SRSC (or local library) and browse through the above writer’s works on display Choose one or more of the books and write a 300 word review that will inspire others to

engage with your selected author Write your review at Destiny Quest:

Go to Destiny Catalog Destiny Quest search Title of book click on your book select Reviews Add Review [Contact SRSC staff for assistance]

Reviews must be submitted by 1 May 2017 Students whose reviews are voted the best will be invited to attend the festival

GOOD LUCK & START READING!

Contact Ms Reed or the SRSC staff for more details.

Lying for a Living Gabrielle Williams spends a fair chunk of her working life telling whopping great lies and hoping people will believe her. She takes you on a journey of the greatest lies she and some of her characters have ever told, and helps you harness the power of the imagination in your lies.

A Few of My Favourite Things What do running a youth-led organisation, driving really fast and writing a book all have in common? They’re things Yassmin Abdel-Magied likes to do with her time. Hear a little about Yassmin’s story as a brown, Muslim chick who likes to do random things ... and maybe, cheekily, learn a few things along the way.

Making it Personal Inspiration for both All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe came from Jennifer Niven’s real life experiences. We hear from Jennifer about transforming the struggles she’s faced into stories and how the act of writing can be liberating.

Providing ‘budding writers’ the chance to engage with contemporary Australian authors

Sydney Writers’ Festival School Days program is a fantastic opportunity for students to engage with their favourite authors, discover exciting new voices and be inspired in a fun, educational and interactive way.

Writers will be performing from their work, talking about their craft and taking questions from the audience.

Date: 24th May 2017 Venue: Roslyn Packer Theatre,

22 Hickson Rd, Walsh Bay

Time: 9:30am – 2:30pm Cost: $25.00 Contact Ms Reed for more details.

YOUR SCHOOL NEEDS YOU!

The da Vinci Decathlon is an inter-school academic competition designed to challenge and stimulate the mind.

Students compete in teams of eight, across 10 disciplines: Engineering, Mathematics and Chess, Code Breaking, Art and Poetry, Science, English, Philosophy, Creative Producers, Cartography and general knowledge.

We need experts in these disciplines!

In 2017 Rosebank College will once again be competing in the da Vinci Decathlon and we need committed teams.

If you are in Year 7, 8, 9, or 10 and are interested in participating in this competition please email Ms Reed by Wednesday, 5th April 2017.

Commitment to the competition is essential. Training will take place on Monday afternoons, beginning in Term 2.

Year 7 and 8 compete on Tuesday 23rd May 2017Year 9 and 10 compete on Wednesday 24th May 2017

If you are interested in this opportunity to represent your school, further your knowledge, make new friends and have a great day, then email Ms Reed at preed@rosebank.nsw.edu.au.

Tell Ms Reed a little about yourself and include details of what your strengths and interests are.

Selection process will follow and you will be informed very soon!

National History Challenge

>www.historychallenge.org.auThe National History Challenge is supported by the Australian Government Department of Education through the Civics and Citizenship Education program.

Image credits: wikimedia commons - Australian Electoral Commission image library, 2016 federal election. Sorting Senate ballot papers, Belconnen High School, ACT. [(CC BY 3.0) Australian Electoral Commission]; Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Das

Veilchen K. 476, 8 June 1785 (sheet music) [public domain]; Steve Jobs and Bill Gates at ‘D5: All Things Digital’ conference in Carlsbad, California, in 2007 [(CC BY-SA 2.0) Joi Ito]; Bayeux Tapestry - Scene 44 - Duke William (The Conqueror, Ed.) and his

two half-brothers, 1070s [public domain]; The Magna Carta (originally known as the Charter of Liberties) of 1215. [public domain]; Orville and Wilbur Wright preparing for their first flight; Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, 17 December 1903. [public domain,

Library of Congress, Prints & Photographs Division]; Rings on a hill, 2012 Summer Olympics [(CC BY-SA 2.0) Matt Brown], 1945. Studio portrait of Nancy Wake [public domain, Australian War Memorial on line catalogue ID Number: P00885.001]; Portrait, circa

1918, of Lieutenant General Sir John Monash, commander of the Australian Corps during the First World War [public domain, Australian War Memorial catalogue number A02697]; Modern bust of Cleisthenes, the father of Greek democracy [http://www.

ohiochannel.org/]. Alfed Nobel as quoted in The 12 best Questions To Ask Customers (2001), by Jim Meisenheimer, p. 26 [en.wikiquote.org]

Making a Better World?

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IF I HAVE A THOUSAND IDEAS AND ONLY ONE TURNS

OUT TO BE GOOD, I AM SATISFIED.

ALFRED NOBEL

Contact Ms Reed for more information

13Please visit our Sesquicentenary website for more information http://150.rosebank.nsw.edu.au/

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HOMEWORK SUPPORTHomework Support is available every Monday and Wednesday afternoon from 3:20pm to 4:30pm in the back section of the SRSC. This is a drop-in service for ANY student who would like assistance with homework and/or assessment tasks. Students who attend receive a stamp in their diary so that parents and coordinators can acknowledge their committment to achieving their best.Jacquelene Mastroianni and Anastasia BatagianniLearning Support Teachers

(M@L) Rosebank College Maths

Teachers are available to help you during lunch every week

for the entire year. Maths @ Lunch is being held

in J202 on Monday and Wednesday of every week during Lunch - no booking

required, just come in when-ever you need some extra

support.

The Uniform Shop Opening HoursTuesdays: 8.00am - 11.45am

Wednesdays: 12.30pm - 4.15pm

Thursdays: 8.00am - 12.00pm and 12.30pm - 4.45pm

Do you have a second hand uniform which is clean (unstained), presentable and would be appreciated by another student? If so please drop it off at the Uniform shop during opening hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Rosebank Cricket Hat Now Available for $14

Online bookings are now open for winter uniform fittings. It is compulsory to wear the winter uniform in Term 2 and 3.

www.schoolinterviews.com.au. CODE: kgtjc.

Please book before 13th March.

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CareersScience 50:50 / Women in Engineering STEM Careers Week for Girls10 July 2017 - 9:00am to 14 July 2017 - 4:00pm @ UNSW. For female year 10 students.The week will consist of site visits to eight companies or organisations where scientists and engineers work, plus activities on the UNSW campus. Spaces are limited and the number of applications from a single school may be restricted, based on availability. Applications open 31 March.https://www.engineering.unsw.edu.au/all-events/science-5050-women-in-engineering-stem-careers-week

Macquarie in a day. Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 April to your Year 11 and Year 12 students. Students will have the chance to taste what a day in the life of a Macquarie student is really like. They will be able to:

• get a feel for the campus• sit in on lectures and

demos• experience practicals and

tutorials • choose their own subjects

and plan their own day• ask lecturers and current

students questions about uni life at Macquarie.

For more information email mqinaday@mq.edu.au or call (02) 9850 7257. Register http://www.cvent.com/events/macquarie-in-a-day/event-summary-7a938535e340408eb69a0a96c1a7427a.aspx

ACU new degree in 2018, Bachelor of Nutrition Science (North Sydney campus). http://www.acu.edu.au/courses/undergraduate/exercise_science/nutrition_science/bachelor_of_nutrition_science

HSC Preparation courses at the University of Sydney, Centre for Continuing Education

The HSC Preparation courses

at CCE, the University of Sydney provide a comprehensive overview of preparation for HSC exams and assessment tasks. Students develop strategies for effective independent study which can be applied across a number of subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Essay writing, Economics, Biology or English Preparation. Learn the smart way and browse HSC courses at https://cce.sydney.edu.au/

Western Sydney Uni HSC Study SessionsFREE HSC Study Sessions for Year 12 students 3 July - 7 July 2017https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/hsc_study_sessions/hsc_study_sessions

TSFX Edge OnlineEdge Online is an online resource portal that provides exclusive resources designed to provide students with the best opportunities to optimise their Year 11 and 12 scores.

Edge Online members receive over $300 worth of resources at no charge.

http://www.tsfx.com.au/resources/

UOW Early AdmissionApplications open 1 - 25 August 2017. With UOW Early Admissionhttp://www.uow.edu.au/future/early-admission/index.html

Skills in Demand for the FutureHays Quarterly Reporthttps://www.hays.com.au/report/HAYS_1795532

Professional Cadetships Australia VideosThe videos provide a really good insight into the cadet experience.http://www.professionalcadets.com.au/business-cadetships-video.asp http://www.professionalcadets.com.au/engineering-technology-cadetships-video.asp

Industry Career Information & QuizzesCareers, industry information, practice aptitude quizzes and more. This page provides a range of career information and resources under specific industry titles. http://www.aapathways.com.au/Career-Resources/Industry-Career-Information---Quizzes

How to become a Chartered Accountanthttps://www.youunlimitedanz.com/Site-Content/About-CA/How-to-become-a-CA

Careers with Animalshttps://swsi.tafensw.edu.au/Industries/Animal-Care

BricklayingWatch and listen to Franc, an Apprentice Bricklayer who is completing a Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying at Melbourne Polytechnic. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yvoBu6fzOAc&feature=youtu.be

Interested in studying in the US?

EducationUSA’s YouTube channel has stories about what it’s like to study in America, the visa process and more. If you’re considering studying in the USA, check out the videos.

https://www.youtube.com/user/EducationUSAtv - g/c/3633F81EDF17D51E

Lattitude Global VolunteeringLattitude organize global volunteering adventures for young people aged between 17-25. You can be a teacher in China or Fiji, a medical assistant in Japan, an Outdoor Activities Instructor in the UK and many more. Applications for 2018 programs are now open and there are still a small number of placements available for programs departing in 2017. http://www.

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The Good Oil Young Writers’ Award seeks to encourage and support the development of young writers interested in exploring ideas, issues and stories about people and happenings from a contemporary Christian perspective.

The award is open to ALL secondary school students and post-school young adults. Entrants must be eligible to enter one of three age groups:

• Secondary Student (Years 7 to 9);• Secondary Student (Years 10 to 12);• Post-School (18 to 35 years of age).

Cash prizes $3,000In each of the three age groups three prizes will be awarded.

• First prize $500• Second prize $300• Third prize $200

Winning entries will be published in The Good Oil, the e-magazine of the Good Samaritan Sisters. All entrants will receive a certificate of participation.

Supported by

How to enterSubmit a piece of writing, between 750 and 1,000 words, adopting one of the following writing styles:• journalistic feature writing

(e.g. profiles of people or issues-based articles based on interviews);

• opinion writing;• creative writing or first person

reflective writing.

In your chosen writing style, explore the theme, “Who is my neighbour?”

For more details, including the award guidelines and the entry form, visit www.goodsams.org.au

All entries must be emailed to tgoyoungwriters@goodsams.org.au as a PDF attachment AND be accompanied by a completed entry form by midnight, AEST, July 11, 2017.

To celebrate their 160th anniversary the Sisters of the Good Samaritan announce…

The Good Oil 2017 Young Writers’ Award

WHO IS MY NEIGHBOUR?

Sisters of the Good Samaritan

Good Samaritan Education

lattitude.org.au/apply/apply-now

Defence Info Sessions in AprilTrades, GAP, Reserves, ADFA, Commando, Women in the Force, Pilot and many more. https://www.facebook.com/pg/DefenceJobsAustralia/events/

CATC Design School Open Day12pm – 3pm, Saturday 29 April @ 46-52 Mountain Street, UltimoCreative activities, student exhibitions, industry presentations, and course and enrolment information about our flexible creative courses in Diploma of Graphic Design, Diploma of Interior Design & Decoration, Diploma of Photo Imaging. http://www.catc.edu.au/about-us/upcoming-events/sydney/catc-sydney-open-day

APM College of Business & Communication Open Day10am – 2pm, Saturday 29 April @ 1 Hickson Road, The RocksDiscover courses in Business, Marketing, Communications and Public Relations, Event Management, Project Management. http://www.apm.edu.au/about-apm/upcoming-events/open-day-sydney

William Blue Hospitality Open Day Sydney10am – 2pm, Saturday 29 April @ 1 Hickson Road, The Rocks

http://www.williamblue.edu.au/about/events-and-workshops#all

William Angliss Institute Events & Hospitality Workshop 11 April

Workshops in cookery, patisserie, coffee and hospitality/events/travel made up of different stations and activities and is conducted like ‘The Amazing Race’. For more information, visit www.angliss.edu.au/trial-a-trade or contact Stacey via staceyn@angliss.edu.au

Australasian College of Natural Therapies Open Day10am – 2pm, Saturday 29 April @ 235 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont Sydneyhttp://www.acnt.edu.au/about/events-and-

workshops/open-day-pyrmont

CG Spectrum 2-Week TrialCG Spectrum is offering a free 2-week trial for any of their courses. If you’re thinking of studying digital art or animation, think about signing up to the trial to see if studying with CG Spectrum suits you. https://www.cgspectrum.edu.au/free-trial-course

Australian College of Applied Psychology Information Session6pm, 23 August @ Level 12, 255 Elizabeth Street, SydneyContact: carolyn.chandler@navitas.com http://www.acap.edu.au/future-students/info-sessions/

AIE Graduate Success StoriesHear where AIE graduates are after finishing their studies.http://www.aie.edu.au/graduate-success/all-graduates

Shillington Info SessionWed 26th April, 6pm @ Level 3, 50 Margaret Street, SydneyShillington offers courses in graphic design. You can find out about their courses and hear from teachers and students. https://www.shillingtoneducation.com/au/graphic-design-course/info-sessions-and-graduation/

For further information on any of the above, please contact Mrs Angela Pavicic, phone 97133169, apavicic@rosebank.nsw.edu.au or Mrs Jenine Smith, phone 97133105, jsmith2@rosebank.nsw.edu.au