Volume 40 Term 2 Issue 6 Wednesday 7th May 2014

Dear Parents, Caregivers, Students, Staff and Friends of the College,

Welcome to Term 2, 2014!

'Lest We Forget!'

In the foyer of Paringa Hall there are Honour Boards, or more precisely -

Rolls of Honour - which list the names of Old Scholars who have served

in the Australian Armed Forces. The first of the Boards is dedicated to

the First World War, World War II is on the second and the third lists

various campaigns since 1952.

Each Wednesday the Boarders have 'Principal's Chapel' which is a fifteen

minute reflection in the Chapel and the points of focus vary according to

the Church seasons, time of term, current events, youth culture and so

on. Last week we held the reflection in the foyer of Paringa Hall. Given

ANZAC Day was held the previous Friday, the memory of April 25 was

still fresh in the Boarders' minds. Many had marked ANZAC Day in

their home towns, or at various events such as football matches. We

gathered respectively, contemplated what the Rolls of Honour represent

and the story of a Sacred Heart Old Collegian (SHOC) was shared. Many

of you might know the story but as the students' time at the Senior

School is relatively brief it is important it is shared periodically.

Michael Patrick Herbert attended Sacred Heart between 1957 and 1963.

In 1964 Michael joined the RAAF and qualified as a Canberra Bomber

pilot. On 3 November 1970 while on a night bombing mission out of

Phang Rang, South Vietnam, Michael's plane disappeared. Michael and

his navigator were posted 'missing'. This remained the case until July,

2009 - 39 years later! Michael's remains were found and returned 'home'.

The main gates of the College are dedicated as a memorial to Michael

and you will notice the memorial plaques on the Western side of the

entrance. There are two because when the first was laid in 2002 Michael

was still listed as missing. The second signifies his return to Australia

where he was afforded a full military funeral and his remains laid in

state in the College Chapel under military guard overnight prior to the

funeral.

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Forthcoming Events: Term 2 Week 2

Wednesday 7 May

SHCS P&F Meeting @ 7:00 pm

Saturday 10 May

Girls Sport Commences

Term 2 Week 3

Tuesday 13 May

Marist Mission March

12:00 noon until 3:00 pm

Wednesday 14 May

Mimili Presentation (Yr 10) @

12:05 pm

Wednesday 14 May

Camara House Mass @ 12:45 pm

Thursday 15 May

Year 12 Seminar Lesson 1

Friday 16 May

Interim Reports Issued

Friday 16 to Sunday 18 May

Remar Blue Retreat (Melbourne)

Saturday 17 to Sunday 18 May

Boarders Exeat Weekend

Term 2 Week 4

Tuesday 20 May

College Council Meeting

@ 7:15 pm

Wednesday 21 May

School Assembly @ 12:05 pm

Wednesday 21 May

SHCS Paringa Newsletter #7

Thursday 22 to Friday 23 May

Remar Red Caravel Days

Friday 23 May

SHCS Principal’s Tour @ 9:00 am

SHCS Careers Expo

Wednesday 2 July 2014

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm in the Br Stephen Debourg

Performing Arts Centre

During my lifetime there has been a healthy resurgence in respect

for ANZAC Day and all it symbolises - the futility and gross

human cost of war. However, we enjoy life in our great nation

thanks to the enormous sacrifice of many who gave their lives in its

defence.

Lest We Forget!

Steve Byrne Principal

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The Marist Corner

Scripture Reflection

Gospel (Sunday, 4 May 2014: Fourth Sunday of Easter - Year A): Lk 24:13-35

Two of the disciples of Jesus were on their way to a village called Emmaus, seven miles from

Jerusalem, and they were talking together about all that had happened. Now as they talked

this over, Jesus himself came up and walked by their side; but something prevented them from

recognising him. He said to them, ‘What matters are you discussing as you walk along?’ They stopped

short, their faces downcast.

Then one of them, called Cleopas, answered him, ‘You must be the only person staying in Jerusalem

who does not know the things that have been happening there these last few days.’ ‘What things?’ he

asked. ‘All about Jesus of Nazareth’ they answered ‘who proved he was a great prophet by the things

he said and did in the sight of God and of the whole people; and how our chief priests and our leaders

handed him over to be sentenced to death, and had him crucified. Our own hope had been that he

would be the one to set Israel free. And this is not all: two whole days have gone by since it all

happened; and some women from our group have astounded us: they went to the tomb in the early

morning, and when they did not find the body, they came back to tell us they had seen a vision of

angels who declared he was alive. Some of our friends went to the tomb and found everything exactly

as the women had reported, but of him they saw nothing.’

Then he said to them, ‘You foolish men! So slow to believe the full message of the prophets! Was it not

ordained that the Christ should suffer and so enter into his glory?’ Then, starting with Moses and going

through all the prophets, he explained to them the passages throughout the scriptures that were about

himself.

When they drew near to the village to which they were going, he made as if to go on; but they pressed

him to stay with them. ‘It is nearly evening’ they said ‘and the day is almost over.’ So he went in to stay

with them. Now while he was with them at table, he took the bread and said the blessing; then he broke

it and handed it to them. And their eyes were opened and they recognised him; but he had vanished

from their sight. Then they said to each other, ‘Did not our hearts burn within us as he talked to us on

the road and explained the scriptures to us?’

They set out that instant and returned to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven assembled together

with their companions, who said to them, ‘Yes, it is true. The Lord has risen and has appeared to

Simon.’ Then they told their story of what had happened on the road and how they had recognised him

at the breaking of bread.

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With very good reason, the story of the road to Emmaus is thought to be the best parallel we have in the New

Testament to our weekly celebration of the Eucharist. This idea could be a little surprising for some who might

think the Last Supper would hold more similarities. Luke, however, reminds his community, who are like us, that

even though they, like us, are prevented from seeing Jesus, they can still have a life-changing experience of his

presence.

The disciples are on a journey of faith and Jesus meets them where they are, as they are. This is a critical detail in

the story. Jesus listens to their expectations, hopes and disappointments and only after they have expressed the

reality of their situation, does Christ open the scriptures to them. In doing so he takes their disillusionment and

enables them to see the connections with the story of salvation. This leads them to hope. Even then, they do not

recognise who Jesus is until he breaks the bread and in that action he is revealed as the one in whom they had been

hoping. This experience drives them back to Jerusalem to witness to the power of Christ's resurrection.

Every Sunday as part of our journey of faith we embark on our road to Emmaus. There is never any point in us

coming here pretending to be different from how we actually feel and who we are. God sees our hearts and minds

and wants to meet us in the midst of our lives, whatever they may be like. The Emmaus story teaches us that Jesus

firstly wants to listen to us before he wants us to listen to Him.

Emmaus, however, was not just about the disciples and their lives, in the same way that the Eucharist is not just

about our lives either. Christ opens the scriptures to us each week so that we can make sense of our experience, see

the ways in which God is present and absent and recognise our own foolishness. As with the Emmaus disciples, we

are welcomed to the table of the Lord where we recognise Christ in the breaking of the bread and the pouring of the

cup. This meal enables us to go out from here and proclaim to all we meet that Christ is risen.

One of the things the Church values most deeply is its connection to the experience of the earliest Church. And

rightly so. It’s a great privilege for us to recall that what we do here each Sunday is built upon the faith and weekly

celebration of countless generations.

And though, appropriately, many things can be different in various cultural settings for the Eucharist throughout

the world, several elements always stay the same. It is the Risen Christ who accompanies us, listens to us, opens

our minds to the scriptures, hosts us at his table, and sends us out to tell the world that He has been raised from

the dead.

This is the best way to understand ourselves as ‘traditional Catholics’. We share with thousands of generations the

same fire of God’s faithful love burning in our hearts as we are welcomed here each week, are listened to, taught,

nourished and sent out to do our bit for the coming of Christ’s Kingdom.

With thanks to Richard Leonard SJ © for the above reflection.

Used under licence from Creative Ministry Resources Pty Ltd

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Year 12 Religious Education Seminar Program - Update We have two remarkable Guest Speakers who are yet to address our year 12 cohort this term. On

Thursday 15th May we have Sam Clear who will talk about his very long walk which crossed 20

countries and took 18 months to complete. The purpose of his journey was to bring awareness and

prayer to Christian Unity as he stopped at every Christian church on his path. Throughout his journey

he was pushed to the extremes and situations arose that are a testament of how the Holy Spirit is at

work in our lives.

On Monday the 26th of May we have Brother Greg McDonald visiting the College. Br Greg will address

Being Marist, faith development and Vocations with an emphasis on serving others and religious life.

Students will have an opportunity to consider their gifts and talents, lifestyle choices, relationships and

be aware of the many opportunities which extend their Marist commitment after leaving the College.

In term 1 we had powerful presentations from Glen Gerreyn who spoke about hope and focused

determination. He made a positive impact on us at the start of the year and reinforced the power of

making goals and how being purpose driven can help us achieve and succeed in all areas of life.

Another powerful presentation was delivered from Melinda Tankard-Reist who challenged us on the

impact the media has on our youth. Melinda exposed the exploiting nature of females in

advertisements, video clips and film and how the message impacts both males and females. An

important point made was that as consumers we should be aware of the power we have; removal of

offending adverts have been made with only one complaint. Melinda is founder of a grassroots

campaign - collectiveshout.org - which equips individuals to target corporations, advertisers, marketers

and media which objectify women and sexualise girls to sell products and services.

Throughout the term students also had seminar lessons to prepare for the guest speakers and debrief

their content. Other seminar lessons gave students time to have a look at their strengths, the importance

of prayer, how to manage stress, family life, Indigenous Spirituality and life choices.

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Year 10 & 11 Religion Studies Update Students currently enrolled in Year 11 Stage 2 Religion Studies attended an excursion to Zhu-Lin

Buddhist temple. We had 2 large groups visit for a tour and a short mediation experience. Below are

some photos.

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Classes of students enrolled in Year 10 Religion Studies enjoyed a musical called “The Way of The

Cross”. It was an emotional, majestic and moving dramatic production of the last hours and crucifixion

of Jesus Christ.

Mrs Enza Vessali

Head of Learning Area: Religious Education

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whole school fundraising celebration

Tuesday 13 May 2014

The important purpose of the day is to raise money for our Marist Projects in India, the Philippines and Fiji. This is the major fundraiser for the Immersion Team, and provides the College with a great sense of community. Details are contained in the letter sent to all families from Daniel Head dated 1 April 2014, but in short:

1. Every student should attempt to raise a minimum of $20! This is not intended to be a charge on parents. Students should be proactive in seeking sponsorship.

2. We assemble on the Main Oval and then walk via the beach to Angus Neill Reserve at Seacliff where we will have a lunch.

3. After lunch students will walk back to school. The coaster bus will return those students who are not able to complete the return walk.

There will be the prize of a pizza lunch for the Homeroom which raises the most money and prizes for the top two individuals who raise the most money.

WHAT STUDENTS NEED TO DO:

Raise a minimum of $20 through sponsorship

Return Notice of Excursion Form to your Homeroom teacher asap.

Return Sponsorship Form and Money to your Homeroom teacher.

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Procedures for Extended Student Absence in

Term Time

CONTEXT An extended absence refers to an absence of one week or more, and relates to matters of the student’s or

family’s own choosing.

From time to time families inform us that their son/daughter will be absent from school for an extended

period of time. Reasons for such absence include but are not limited to: overseas exchange, family

holiday, and sporting competition (elite level). Please note that absences in this context do not include

illness nor other circumstances that qualify for special provisions. Refer to the ASSESSMENT

PROVISIONS POLICY in these instances.

Issues arise from these extended absences which are varied and dependent on such factors as the length

of time missed, the year level of the student and the nature of the subjects in the learning program.

Whilst the College understands that there are many valid reasons why parents would, from time to

time, take students out during term time, it is important not to lose sight of the fact that in some cases

this may have quite a significant impact on the students’ learning program.

The impact at different Year Levels Missing work at any year level has the potential to have negative consequences including disruption to

the continuity of the learning program, or missing essential assessment items needed for grading

purposes. At senior year levels of Year 11 and 12 in particular, parents need to be aware that missed

work may affect the SACE outcome. In the SACE there are many specific requirements that in many

instances, if they are not completed to a satisfactory standard, will lead to the student having to repeat

work, or catch up at a later time, for SACE completion to be achieved.

When a Year 12 student is absent from school for an extended period of time there is likely to be a

significant degree of distress as the student contends with catching up on class-work and assessment

tasks and trying to keep up with an extremely busy and full schedule.

The College strongly advises against a Year 12 student undertaking an extended absence during term

time.

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Staff and student responsibilities Sacred Heart College teaching staff are extremely generous with their time. Most teachers spend a

significant amount of time working individually or in groups to assist students outside of the

programmed teaching and learning time. It is an unreasonable expectation to ask teachers to work for

extended periods of time with students who have chosen to miss programmed time.

PROCEDURES Teachers are expected to provide an assessment plan and a subject outline in all subjects. These provide

the sequence of learning activities and the timing of all assessments.

Students who miss work have the following responsibilities:

To inform the teacher of the absence (e-mail is a good source of communication).

To make sure they are aware of topics/concepts missed and any assessments.

Where possible to complete work to keep up with the learning program. Teachers will not be in contact

with the student whilst the student is on extended absence.

To negotiate any extensions to assignments using the correct protocols (refer to the ASSESSMENT

PROVISIONS POLICY (which relates to: Extensions to Deadlines, Absence from Tests/Examinations,

Redeemability and Special Provisions).

The College suggests that in these circumstances parents initiate contact with the school – the level of

action being informed by the length of time missed and the likely impact on the students’ learning

program. It is appropriate for parents to do one or more of the following:

Telephone the STUDENT ABSENCE LINE on 8350 2594.

Make contact with their son/daughter’s Homeroom Teacher.

Inform the appropriate Head of House.

E-mail subject teachers to assess the likely extent of missed work at this time.

Make external arrangements for the student to receive any necessary assistance to successfully complete

the missed work (for example, employ a tutor).

In all instances of extended absence, families are informed that it is the responsibility of the student to

catch up on missed work.

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Tri-Schools Uniform Shop Located at the rear of Sacred Heart

College Senior School,

Scarborough Street, Somerton

Park.

MasterCard, Visa Card and

EFTPOS available. Direct

telephone:

(08) 8350 2586

Second-hand uniforms

Neat, current uniforms are

accepted for re-sale during shop

hours. All submissions must be

RECENTLY laundered.

Term Two Trading Times

Tuesdays 1pm – 6pm

Wednesdays 8am – 12 noon

Thursdays 1pm – 6pm

Mrs Lisa Harvey

Tri-Schools Uniform Shop

SHCS Library Hours Monday 8 am – 4 pm

Tuesday 8 am – 5 pm

Wednesday 8 am – 5 pm

Thursday 8 am – 5 pm

Friday 8 am – 4 pm

Students are urged to take

advantage of these extended hours

for all their study needs.

Year 12 Formal The Formal will be held at the Adelaide Convention Centre,

North Terrace, Adelaide on Saturday the 28th June 2014. The

doors will be open at 7:30 pm for an 8:00 pm start. The Formal

will conclude at 11:30 pm. Formal evening wear is appropriate

for both boys and girls. The cost is to be finalized but will be

about $95 and will be added to the school account. This cost

includes supper and drinks, dancing classes, compere and

music on the night, decorations, hire of venue, etc.

JOIN THE STUDENTS FOR PRE-FORMAL (SOFT) DRINKS

From time to time parents have expressed an interest in seeing

all the students dressed for the Formal many of whom they

have known since primary school. Consequently an invitation

is extended to parents to join the students and staff between

7:30 pm and 8:00 pm at the Adelaide Convention Centre for

pre-Formal drinks. This will be an opportunity for a sneak

peek at the decorations and of course to see and photograph the

students in their Formal finery.

Please note that on some occasions in the past the Formal has

coincided with a student-free day on the following Monday.

However this is not the case this year. There is no reason why

Formal celebrations should extend beyond the weekend and all

students are expected to attend classes as usual on Monday 30th

June.

Mr Cadd

Assistant Principal - Student Welfare

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CO-CURRICULAR INFORMATION

Girls’ Sports

Welcome to the Winter Sport Season. The Girls are busy preparing for Netball, Hockey and Soccer this

term with all matches starting Saturday MAY 10th. Trainings are underway and while match venues

have been confirmed, final draws and times are yet to be released by the association. Once they are

released the draws will be uploaded onto the College Website for all to access. A summary of current

team information is below:

MATCH VENUE COACH TRAINING

HOCKEY Various Amanda Hicks TBC

SOCCER Adelaide Sth Parklands

PARK 21

Giselle and Lucinda Bueti Thursday 3:30pm

NETBALL

A1 – SHC #1 Cabra College Alex Penhall Monday 1:30pm

A2 – SHC #2 Cabra College Mike Ogden Tuesday 3:30pm

A2 – SHC #3 Cabra College Victoria Campbell Tuesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #4 SHC Claudia Laurence Tuesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #5 SHC Maddie Laurence Tuesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #6 Cabra College Gemma Seal Wednesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #7 Cabra College Grace Redden & Tayla

Lovering

Wednesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #8 St Michaels Anton Vizzari Wednesday 3:30pm

B – SHC #9 St Michaels Emma Jordan & Sophie

Walkington

Thursday 3:30pm

B – SHC #10 St Michaels Peter Ross Wednesday 3:30pm

10A – SHC #1 Cabra College Sharon Thamm Thursday 3:30pm

10A – SHC #2 Cabra College Emily Williams Thursday 3:30pm

10B – SHC #3 SHC Lauren Plucker Wednesday 3:30pm

10B – SHC #4 SHC Garreth Hutton Monday 1:30pm

10B – SHC #5 SHC Nina Juniper

10B – SHC #6 Cabra College Tamlyn Neck Thursday 3:30pm

A reminder to all players to ensure you have the correct uniform ready for round one – Saturday May

10th. I encourage all players to regularly check the Girls Sport notice board and emails for information

regarding training and matches. Please ensure all apologise are forwarded through to your coaches and

notice given where possible.

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Congratulations to Emily Hunter who has recently been away at nationals representing SA in the U17

State Netball Side. The SA side finished a pleasing 3rd at the recent Nationals.

TOUCH FOOTBALL

Selection trials for the SA Heat 18s Boys & Girls state teams are occurring shortly for the 2014 National

Youth Championships (NYC) which are being held in Caloundra Queensland from September 17th-20th

2014.

When: Sunday 25th May 2014

Time: 12:00noon – 2:00pm (boys & girls)

Where: City Touch Fields (Cnr Greenhill & Beaumont Roads, Eastwood)

If you are interested in representing South Australia & trialling please pop into the sports office and

complete the necessary trial forms before 23rd May 2014.

Mrs Alex Penhall

Girls Sports Coordinator

Outstanding Sporting Achievement

Congratulations to Ben Barratt (Year 10) who competed in the Australian Lifesaving

Championships early April and achieved outstanding results:

Silver - U15 Sprints

Gold - U15 Flags

Gold - U15 Relay

Ben was the only competitor in SA to win an individual gold medal!

Well-Done Ben

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SHCS STUDENT

ABSENCE/LATE ARRIVAL

PROCEDURE All parents/caregivers of students

attending SHCS must notify the College

absentee line 8350 2594, when a student

will be absent from school or is arriving

late to school. The absentee line is a

recorded message service and is available

24 hours, 7 days a week to take calls

regarding your child’s absence/late arrival

to school. Please call this number before

9.45am on the day of a student absence.

For multiple days absent please give dates

and the reason.

If your son/daughter will be arriving late

to school, please call the absentee line and

leave details on the message recording- i.e.

name, reason for late arrival and an

estimated time of arrival. Students are to

then sign in at the Front Office when they

arrive.

This service can also be used to advise the

College of your daughter/son’s early

departure for an appointment or family

event. Otherwise please write a note of

explanation in their diary. In either case

students must sign out at Front Office

before leaving College grounds.

If your son/daughter is unwell at school,

we would prefer that they did not contact

parents in the first instance. Rather they

should attend the Health Care Centre to

see the nurse who will contact you if the

student needs to go home.

For any further enquiries, please call

Reception: 8294 2988

Absentee Line: 8350 2594

please call before 9.45am

Your cooperation in these matters will be

greatly appreciated by College staff and

will assist us in maintaining accurate

attendance records.

Mr John Cadd

Assistant Principal - Student Welfare

Maths for

Industry

Want to study Maths that will help in a future trade?

Learn about reading plans and scale drawings.

Find out about work conditions and pay rates.

Prepare for Maths Aptitude tests that don’t allow a

calculator.

Study Maths that relates to Building, Plumbing,

Landscaping, Automotive & Electrical.

Design and cost a Pergola.

Work with angles and PVC storm pipe.

Maths for Industry (Stage 1) is available in Semester two

and it has SACE accreditation of 10 credit points. It is for

students who are considering a possible trade, who may be

studying VET or those students who have an interest in

the trades area.

Students can study Maths for Industry instead of Maths

Applications (or as well as Maths Applications in order to

keep their options open for year 12).

There is a pathway to Year 12 Maths for Industry

(Community Studies) which is an accredited 20 credit

points for SACE.

Please see your Maths teacher, Mr James Grant or Mrs

Karen Bailey if you are interested, by Friday 16th May 2014.

Mr James Grant

Head of Department: Mathematics

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SOUTHERN CROSS NEWSPAPER

The Southern Cross will no longer be

making hard copies of the newspaper

available to schools.

The Southern Cross can be accessed via the

electronic link to the Southern Cross

newspaper which is:

www.thesoutherncross.org.au

Should you not have access to the internet

please purchase a copy of the Southern Cross

Newspaper for $2 from your nearest Mass

centre (Annual subscription $30 per year for

one monthly copy or $58 for two years).

Other options would be to electronically

access the Southern Cross through your local

community or school library.

If you have any queries please contact the

Catholic Communications Office on 8210

8117 or email

cathcomm@adelaide.catholic.org.au

CESA COMMUNITY NEWS

Please find below the link for the latest and

previous editions of CESA Community

News, a newsletter for Catholic education in

South Australia. The purpose of the

newsletter is to provide news on educational

initiatives and directions in our schools and

to highlight some of our achievements.

Visit the following website for the latest and

previous editions of the CESA Community

News: http://www.cesa.catholic.edu.au/news

LIVING CATHOLIC

Would you like to have the Living Catholic

e-newsletter delivered to your inbox each

month?

Visit:

http://www.adelaide.catholic.org.au

FEDERATION NEWS

Go to

http://www.parentfederation.catholic.edu.au

and follow the links for the latest edition of

‘Federation News’.

Entertainment Books I am selling Entertainment books again this year as a fundraiser

for Remar social justice projects. The Entertainment Book costs

$65 and is full of discount vouchers and other offers for local

restaurants, hotels and other activities.

This year, you have the choice of purchasing the traditional

Entertainment Book Membership with gold card and vouchers

OR the new Entertainment Digital Membership (for your

Apple or Android device). The Digital Membership allows you

to show your phone to redeem offers as well as search for

businesses and keep track of your savings.

For more information, click on this link:

http://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/about/Tell-me-

More/Adelaide

Should you wish to purchase an Entertainment Book or Digital

Membership, you can order and pay online using your credit

card, just click on this link:

https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/1601s50

and I'll automatically be informed of your purchase. Should

you purchase the book, you can choose to collect it from

College Reception or to have it sent home with your

son/daughter.

You can start using the offers as soon as you receive your

book/membership (offers expire June 1 2015).

Each book raises $13 for Remar to use for social justice projects -

so it's a great cause. The books/memberships also "pay for

themselves" very quickly when used for movie vouchers,

dining offers, travel accommodation or just by using them for

"everyday" things like discounted supermarket shopping

vouchers.

Many thanks for your support,

Mrs Karen Bailey

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Outstanding Community Achievement

Congratulations to Shannon GAFFNEY (Year 11) who received a Youth Recognition

Award for her volunteer work at the Cove Youth Service.

Well-Done Shannon

Principal’s Tours

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