Sunday 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Mass Times: St. Agnes’ Port Macquarie Our Lady of Lourdes Wauchope Saturday Vigil – 6.00pm Saturday Vigil – 6.00pm and Sunday 7.30am Sunday – 7.30am, 9.00am & 6.00pm Long Flat – 9.30am 2nd & 4th Sunday

Kendall – 9.00am Mass (1st Saturday month 10.00am Mass Comboyne)

Telegraph Point – Thursday Night 6.00pm Beechwood – 9.30am 1st & 3rd Sunday

Lake Cathie – Sunday 8.00am Laurieton – Saturday Vigil 5.30pm, Sunday – 7.30am

What’s on Term 4, Week 6

MONDAY, 11th November (Day 6)

- SAPSS Jazz Band in Performing Arts Centre 4.30pm-6.00pm Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.30pm Diocesan Baseball at Coffs Harbour SAPSS Advisory Board Meeting @ St Paul’s

TUESDAY, 12th November (Day 7)

- Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-5.00pm Drumline in PAC 1.05pm-1.45pm

WEDNESDAY, 13th November (Day 8)

- College Assembly Senior Percussion Ensemble 1.05pm-1.45pm in Performing Arts Centre SAPSS Drumline 3.30pm-5.00pm Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.30pm

THURSDAY, 14th November (Day 9)

- Year 10 Reflection Day at Newman Senior Technical College Festa Christi in Coffs Harbour Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-5.00pm

FRIDAY, 15th November (Day 10)

- Year 7 Orientation Day Festa Christi in Coffs Harbour Concert Band 7.45am-8.45am in Performing Arts Centre Homework Hub in Library 3.15pm-4.00pm

DATES TO REMEMBER

Monday 18th November Year 12 Graduation Dinner at Panthers Wednesday 20th November Display Night Thursday 21st November HSC Geography Excursion to Sea Acres P3&4 Thursday 21st November Diocesan Surf Life Saving at Cabarita Friday 22nd November Interschool Equestrian at Grafton Wednesday 18th December Christmas Carols Night

8th November 2013 Term 4, Week 5 P.O. Box 231, College Drive PORT MACQUARIE 2444

Ph: 02 5525 4100 Fax: 02 5525 4199 www.sapss.nsw.edu.au

“The Truth will set you free”

COORDINATING PRINCIPAL’S REPORT GRATITUDE Most of you have become aware that I have been on leave since the last week of Term 3 following open heart surgery to replace the aortic valve. I am pleased to report that all went exceptionally well and I am now back at work. When faced with a major health challenge like this, you become even more conscious of certain realities including, one’s vulnerability and need to rely on so many others, the great skill and expertise of surgeons and medical staff in this great country and the care and support of family, friends, colleagues and our whole extended education community. I am extremely grateful to all for your concern, support and prayers. I would especially like to thank John McQueen who took over some of my key responsibilities such as chairing employment interview panels, the SAPSS Leadership Team and the Advisory Board. I am also grateful to others who assisted in my absence and to all those who sent emails, SMS messages and cards. It was humbling and gratifying to receive so much support during this challenging time. Mr Jim O’Brien Coordinating Principal

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Year 11 Reflection Day The Year 11 Reflection Day began with a prayer of thanksgiving and was followed with a variety of activities to highlight the importance of stopping to reflect on who we are, our relationships with others, our dreams for the future and God’s presence on our journey. Some of the activities provided students with an opportunity for individual reflection on personal goals, while other activities focused on sharing in pairs or small groups. The students are to be commended on how well they entered into the spirit of the day. I am sure they came away with words of wisdom, insight and encouragement that will assist them on their journey ahead. The day concluded with a closing liturgy with prayers prepared by the students. Thank you to Mr Bruce Smith who coordinated the day’s program with the help of Mr Sean Jennings, Mrs Helen Gilbert and Ms Nora Swain. Thank you to the Pastoral Care teachers, Mrs Bronwyn Shipton, Mr Phil Shelley, Mr Chris Delaney, Mr John Rossington, Mrs Leanne Tinsey, Mr Dave Lewis, and Ellen Hales, our parish youth worker. A delicious BBQ lunch was supplied by Mrs Carol Avery, Mr Craig Buesnell and his student helpers. Thank you as well to Mrs Kerrie Badewitz for the preparation of the material used on the day. Thank you to all Year 11 students it was a pleasure sharing the day with you!

The day culminated with a liturgy and students’ group prayers of intercession.

Prayers of intercession

Dear Lord we pray: That we may have guidance and support through the challenges we face during the year ahead. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: That our friendships continue to grow and we are able to create new relationships through this difficult year. We pray that we remain faithful in our friendships and we do not forget those we love during the year ahead and be forgiving in our disappointments. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: That we can take the time to be grateful for the beautiful environment that we are blessed with in Port Macquarie. We pray that we can continue to care for it and appreciate its splendour. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: That in the next 12 months we have belief in ourselves and what we can do to our full potential. Thank you for our individuality and our power of choice. May we trust in your plans for us. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: That Jesus lover of my soul, stays with us through our HSC journey, to guide and help us do the best we can and to strengthen our faith and belief in ourselves. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: For those without a safe place to sleep at night, for those who must sacrifice each day to survive and for those disconnected from friends, family and their wider community. May we all appreciate what we have ; our friendships, our family, our homes and those others who support us. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: That all members of our community feel united in spirit and happiness and that new members feel welcomed and at home. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: For those who have been affected by the bushfires in New South Wales. We pray for the people that have lost their homes we pray for the fire fighters who risk their lives. We pray that god is with them as they rebuild their lives. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: and give thanks for the family and friends that will support us throughout our journey over the next 12 month. Lord hear us.

Dear Lord we pray: In thanks for our teacher’s commitment, guidance and knowledge. Let us cherish them and build positive relationships with them. Bless them and give them strength. Lord hear us.

One cannot help but feel very optimistic about the calibre of students who will take on their shared leadership responsibility at St Joseph’s Regional College next year.

God Bless

Jim Dempsey Principal

GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAM

Last Friday, I was honoured to meet our local NSW Member of Parliament, Mrs Leslie Williams MP, as part of the Gifted and Talented Program being run by the school this term. I am doing the Geography program and we have been given a scenario where the local council is looking to put a dam in the Hastings River. In this scenario we each have different roles to play. I take the role of our Local MP and Mrs Williams kindly offered to come to our school to discuss what I would have to do in real life. Mrs Williams answered all my questions thoroughly and explained similar situations she has been involved with in the past. I am now aware of exactly what I would need to do as a state Member of Parliament. It was a pleasure to meet with Mrs Williams and I am grateful for the time she took out of her schedule to meet with me. Thomas Gammon (Year 8)

The three Year 7/8 programs (Geography, English and Science/Maths) have all been working hard on various projects. The Geography project that Thomas has written about is very interesting, with the students understanding what it is like to be involved in community projects. The English group are learning how to compose, analyse and respond texts in the Sci Fi and Horror genres. The Science/Maths group has finished looking at the creation of the Universe and are now looking at elements. Thanks again to Leslie Williams for taking the time to come and visit and speak to Thomas, Debbie and myself and also to the teachers, for allowing out-of-class time for students involved, and lastly to the students for their enthusiastic participation.

Mr James Burnett Gifted and Talented Programs

Principal Appraisal

Dear Parents

During Term 4 on Friday, 22nd November, Jim Dempsey, St Joseph’s Regional College Principal will be involved in a formative principal appraisal process as part of his contract conditions. This formative appraisal process, conducted at the end of the first year in the role, seeks information from a variety of people associated with the parish school and uses a number of tools to ensure effective consultation. The process aims to highlight the positive aspects of the leadership offered and identify areas for further development.

A timeline is currently being arranged to suit the needs of the parish school community. The panel consists of a Catholic Schools Office (CSO) education consultant and a diocesan principal nominated by the CSO. The CSO education consultant facilitates the process. The formative principal appraisal process involves:

review of the principal’s goals for the year an interview with the principal an interview with the parish priest an interview with the school executive an interview with local associate principals surveys of randomly selected parents and a survey of the parish school staff interviews with parents of the official parent body

In writing the appraisal report, the education consultant makes use of the information gathered but does not identify sources. The principal does not sight the survey returns and they are destroyed at the CSO once the report is finalised.

The Director of Catholic Schools provides an appraisal report to the principal.

Tonia Flanagan, Education Consultant

FROM THE LEADER OF CATECHESIS AND SCHOOL EVANGELISATION

Sunday 5pm Youth Mass

Our students and families are warmly welcome to the St Agnes Parish Youth Mass at 5pm each Sunday evening. Following the mass there are activities that take place at the HUB.

Nora Swain Leader of Catechesis and School Evangelisation

CREATIVE ARTS NEWS

Mrs Claudette Stace Leader of Creative Arts

MUSIC NEWS MUSIC NOTES

All deposits for the Music Tour to Darwin are due by next Monday, November 11th, if anyone needs to change their return flight, please email me on sagreen@lism.catholic.edu.au Sharon Green Instrumental Music Coordinator

MATHS VAULT PROBLEMS Mr Battiston has a bag containing red, black and white LEGO bricks. If he has 12 more red bricks than white bricks and 15 fewer white bricks than black bricks. What is the difference between the number of red bricks and the number of black bricks in Mr Battiston’s bag? Last Week’s Answer: Her maximum average is 88%

CANTEEN ROSTER

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED- The College canteen is in need of some extra help. If you would like to help on any day during the week between 9.30am-1.30pm (or even just a couple of hours in the middle of the day) please phone Emma Daley at the College Canteen on 5525 4100.

Term 4, Week 4

Monday Marion Pallot Tuesday HELP PLEASE!! Wednesday Julie Leahy Thursday HELP PLEASE!! Friday Michelle Cramp

HOMEWORK HUB The Library is a great place for students to complete class work and assessment tasks. All Library resources are available for use during this time.

On Wednesdays, Mrs Rosenbaum, our Leader of Mathematics, is available to assist you with mathematical problems.

The hours are: Monday and Wednesday 3.15pm - 4.30pm

Tuesday and Thursday 3.15pm - 5.00pm

Friday 3.15pm - 4.00pm

The Homework Hub is for people who are "getting things done".

Mrs Narelle Mathews Homework Hub Supervisor

YEAR 11 - Young People and Risk Taking

Supporting Provisional Drivers (P1 & P2)

A P1 licence must be held for at least 12 months.

After passing a hazard perception test, drivers progress to the P2 licence for a minimum of 24 months.

Speed restrictions for P1 drivers is 90km/h and for P2 drivers 100km/h

A zero blood alcohol limit applies to all L, P1 and P2 licence holders. This means NO ALCOHOL before driving.

For P1 drivers mobile phone use is prohibited, even hands-free or loudspeaker. P2 drivers can only talk on a hands-free phone when driving; no text messaging.

P1 drivers under the age of 25 can only carry one passenger under 21 between the hours of 11pm and 5am (some exemptions apply).

Tips for Parents Remember your teenager is still very new to driving. Continue to encourage safe driving including:

Ensuring they organise their time so they can stick to posted speed limits and adapt to driving conditions, such as rain.

Get them to plan their night before they leave.

Slowly increasing the amount of independent night driving – this is a time when young drivers are more likely to crash.

• Gradually allowing them to increase the number of passengers in the car once they have progressed to the P2 stage.

Before your teenager goes out, particularly when partying, spend some time discussing options for getting home safely. Some ideas for young people to consider:

• Leave the car at home.

• Catch a bus – check timetables to avoid waiting times at bus stops.

• Stay overnight with a friend.

• Arrange to be dropped off and picked up by a parent or other responsible adult.

Also discuss:

• Driving alcohol free.

• Dealing with pressure from friends to drive in an unsafe manner.

• Being a responsible passenger.

For more information about the RRISK program and risk taking visit www.rrisk.com.au

LIBRARY NEWS “ACTION” competition Our term 4 Photography Competition is “Action”. We launched this competition last week, and it closes on Friday 22nd November, and as in the past, we know we are going to get some great entries. We have purchased some new books as a source for photography because we do have so many keen photographers in our midst, and they are currently on display in the Library if anyone is looking for inspiration. Refer to the poster at https://smore.com/bq0x.

An entry in the competition is shown here. I think you’ll have to agree we do have some really talented students at our College.

TEXTBOOK RETURN – END OF YEAR Friday 6th December – all Year 10 books to be returned Tuesday 10th December– all Year 7-9 books to be returned As overdue lists are sent by email to student College email accounts, please encourage your child to check this regularly. Prior to these two dates, text messages will be sent home to remind you to ask your child to check his/her emails. Any lost or damaged item must be paid for. Like us on FaceBook – St Joseph’s Regional College Library. Follow us on Twitter – @sjrcexchange Karen Bale Teacher Librarian

CAREERS

Year 12 end-of-Year Career Assistance – ATAR Results Day – Thursday 19th December from 9.00am to 11.00am. Mrs Tinsey and Mrs Bale will be available in the Library to help students make decisions post-results. Work Experience- Please be advised that Work Experience opportunities for 2013 are now suspendd due to preparation for final yearly exams. Careers Weekly Email Newsletter -All Year 11 and 12 students, parents and relevant Year 10 will receive each week a newsletter detailing all careers information that we receive. We hope some of the websites and information will be relevant to you and your son or daughter. Please contact us if you require further information or delete if nothing is relevant.

If you are not receiving these emails please check with the college office that your contact details are up-to-date. All careers information is broadcast through this method, so please keep details updated. Regional Careers Website- The Careers website at www.SJRCPortcareers.com offers up-to-date information for parents and students in all year groups.

Moodle – Careers - Always updated with important documents for work experience and university information. Parents can access this information via your child’s login.

YEAR 8, 9 And 10 – TAX FILE NUMBERS- Tax file number forms are processed by Mrs Tinsey every Friday. New forms are now available from the office.

Karen Bale & Leanne Tinsey, Leaders of Careers and University Transition

ATTENDANCE REMINDER A reminder to all parents, notes must be in within 7 days of your child's absence or the absence will be reported on your child's report as UNEXPLAINED. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PARENTS / GUARDIANS EXPLANATION FOR PUPIL’S ABSENCE PUPIL’S NAME _______________________________________Year__________ PC ________ DATE(S) OF ABSENCE ________________________________________________________ REASON FOR ABSENCE ________________________________________________________ PARENT / GUARDIAN SIGNATURE ________________________________ DATE __________

*Failure to have an absence explained within 7 days of returning to school MUST, BY LAW, be recorded and reported as UNEXPLAINED ABSENCE.

SCHOOL YEARBOOK Once again this year we are compiling a Yearbook for St Agnes’ Parish Secondary Schools. This family of schools incorporates St Paul’s High School, St Joseph’s Regional College, MacKillop Senior College and Newman Senior Technical College. This year the yearbook will be in full colour. We are inviting the parents of our students who wish to advertise in this Yearbook or to sponsor a page, to complete the form below and return it with a cheque made payable to MACKILLOP SENIOR COLLEGE to the College office of your choice, by Friday 15th November. Please include business card or relevant artwork or email information to mkscport@lism.catholic.edu.au .

I/We are interested in advertising and/or sponsoring a page in the School Yearbook for 2013. CONTACT NAME: ____________________________________________________________________

BUSINESS NAME: ____________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________________

PHONE:___________________________________________

EMAIL: _____________________________________________________________________________ The options and prices for this year are as follows:

1. STANDARD BUSINESS CARD (incl GST) $50

2. ENLARGED ADVERTISEMENT (19cm x 5.5cm)(incl GST) $85

3. HALF-A-PAGE ADVERTISEMENT (incl GST) $250

4. FULL PAGE ADVERTISEMENT (incl GST) $500

5. FULL PAGE COLOUR ADVERTISEMENT (on inside cover) (incl GST) $600

Donations of any amount are also gratefully accepted.

Please return this page with payment to:

MacKillop Senior College, PO Box 5724, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 Or

Please debit my credit card for $__________ and I will email the artwork to MacKillop Senior College mkscport@lism.catholic.edu.au

Card Number: ____________________________________ Expiry Date: _________

Signed: ____________________________

Term 4 – Dates to Remember

Week 6 8th-10th Nov: Champion of Champions Futsal - Tweed Heads Mon 11th Nov: Diocesan Baseball Trials - Coffs Harbour

Week 7 Sun 17th Nov: CCC Boys Water Polo Selection Trials - Ryde

Mon 18th Nov: CCC Girls Water Polo Selection Trials - Ryde Fri 21st Nov: Diocesan Surf Lifesaving - Cabarita

Week 8 Mon 25th Nov: Diocesan Golf - Casino

Wed 27th Nov: Junior & Intermediate Sports Awards Assembly Week 9 1st-3rd Dec: Diocesan Sports Enrichment Camp - Woodlawn

SPORT TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH THE

LATEST SPORT INFORMATION FROM THE REGIONAL VISIT

http://www.pmreglism.catholic.edu.au/sport/sport