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A Ministry of Mercy Education Ltd
Issue 15: Friday 11 September 2015Newsletter
Ms Paddy McEvoyPRINCIPAL
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Inside this issue
Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends and Students of SAC, When I reflected on the activities that our students have been involved in over the last fortnight, I was reminded of the importance in education of each student finding and pursuing their passion. This is only possible when a breadth of opportunities are on offer and that is certainly the case here at St Aloysius College.The Frayne Speech Festival was hosted by St Aloysius College in North Melbourne and showcased the public speaking and debating talents of Mercy schools from Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia. I was extremely proud of our SAC Adelaide representatives who were very well-prepared and addressed the opposition with respect and maturity. Supported by their teachers, Ms Rebecca Triantafilakis and Ms Rachel Gould, the girls encouraged one another and we were all very proud to see Year 12 student, Emma Wilczek, reach the final four in the Public Speaking component of the festival. This is a fitting time to congratulate all students who took part in debating teams this year. This curriculum extension activity is an excellent way to build students’ critical thinking skills and grow their confidence in presenting to a variety of audiences.Many of our Year 4 students have had a very special fortnight as they celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation (eighteen students) and First Eucharist (nineteen students) at St Patrick’s Church. Surrounded by their families, friends and teachers, the students were keenly aware of God’s loving presence in their lives. In the sacrament of Confirmation they took another important step in their journey of faith and in the Eucharist we thanked God for life, family and friendship. I would like to acknowledge the work of Ms Sandra Sofia and the Year 4 teachers in preparing these girls for the sacraments. The Spring Concert at the Royalty Theatre showcased the musical talents of students of all ages. It was wonderful to see the students enjoying themselves and performing in an array of ensembles with such an entertaining repertoire. We thank the instrumental tutors and the Music staff for bringing the evening together, under the coordination of Mr Craig Evans, and we thank all the families who made time to come along and support their daughters.
End of Term 3 Mercy Day Carnival
Friday 25 SeptemberClasses conclude
12:30pm
Students, parents and teachers came together this week to discuss subject selections for our senior students for 2016. These choices can have a significant impact on career pathways beyond school, which is why we take the time to discuss them personally with each student and their family. Even when the selections are quite definite, it is a good chance to share ideas and reflect on learning to inform these significant decisions. At the same time, parents and teachers of Reception to Year 6 students were having their final Parent-Teacher interviews for the year. We hope these conversations allow families insight into their daughters’ learning at school and form an important part of the assessment and reporting picture provided to families.Not only is the Athletics Carnival a highlight on our sporting calendar, it is a great celebration of team spirit and community-building. We were blessed with lovely spring weather on the day and the girls were able to enjoy all aspects of the highly organised programs. It takes an energetic team of PE teachers, supported by staff from right across the school, to bring together a carnival of this nature. We also thank all the staff who supervise sports teams throughout the year, making it possible for all students to experience the joy of physical activity and team sport. Melinda Tankard Reist, a published writer, speaker and advocate for women and girls, came to speak with our Year 8 and 9 students in Week 7. Melinda spoke about the sexualisation of girls and women in the media and offered students the opportunity to reflect on how this can adversely shape the way girls understand themselves and are understood by others in the community. The students were captivated by Melinda’s presentation and asked some brilliant questions, enabling Melinda to speak about the history of her activism and work in Australia. Importantly, Melinda and the students discussed ways that girls can challenge some unhelpful practices in the media and there was a genuine buzz of inspiration in the room. At SAC, we value these critical thinkers amongst us and we seek to celebrate the development of these critical thinking skills in our students.
Ms Paddy McEvoyPRINCIPAL
Sacrament of Reconciliation...2Class of 1965 Reunion.......................2Term 3 Diary .........................................2Canteen Roster ...................................2OSHC Vacation Care at SAC............3Justice and Mercy...............................3Sacraments Update ...............................4Living Artists at SAC .........................5Year 1 Excursions.................................6Year 5 News....................................7-11Year 6 Debating ...............................12Year 9 History......................................11Italian Study Tour.............................13Primary Sport....................................14Catholic Schools Music Festival..16SAC Uniform Shop...........................16SAC OSCH is opening their first Vacation Care this coming School Holidays! (Page 3)
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CANTEEN ROSTERwsletter
9September 14 Di Young
September 15Olivia Couch Kristy Liddicoat
September 16Karen Golding
September 17Pam/Rex Robinson
September 18Kylie Brooks
10September 21Di Young
September 22Sue Moyle
September 23Anne Shattock
September 24Pam/Rex Robinson
September 25
WEEK MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
CANTEEN ROSTER
TERM 3 DIARY (for students and parents)
9
September 14 Year 9 Camp (2 classes) begins
September 15L6&7 Year 12 PE moderation
September 16 7pm Sacrament of Reconciliation meeting (McAuley Auditorium)
September 17 September 18Year 9 Camp (2 classes) ends
10
September 217:0pm Catholic Schools Music Festival begins
September 229am Year 8 immunisations (3 of 3)
September 2312 noon R-12 Mercy Day Mass
September 247:00pm Catholic Schools Music Festival ends
September 25Newsletter available on SAC websiteMercy Day Carnival
Year 10, 11 & 12 Reports issued to students Classes conclude at 12:30pm – END OF TERM 3
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAYWEEK THURSDAY FRIDAY
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a Sacrament of Healing that celebrates God’s love and forgiveness. It is celebrated from Year 3 and before the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist in Year 4.
A meeting for parents/guardians and students will be held on Wednesday 16 September at 7pm in the McAuley Auditorium.
This is the only meeting for the Sacrament of Reconciliation if you wish for your daughter to celebrate it this year. I look forward to continuing the sacramental journey with your family.
Ms Sandra SofiaRELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR (R-7)
50 Years
1965
RE
UN
ION
SACOSA(St Aloysius College Old Scholar Association)
invites the Class of 1965 to celebrate their
50 Year Reunion
Sunday 15November 2015Please join us for a liturgy in the
Cunningham Memorial Chapel at 10:00amfollowed by a school tour and concluding with
lunch in the city (venue to be confirmed) $40 per head for lunch
RSVP: Sue (Blowes) Field - [email protected] or Eloise Griffiths - [email protected]
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OSHC Vacation Care - Term 3, 2015 Holidays
Everyone look! SAC OSHC is opening their first Vacation Care with fun, exciting activities and excursions for these coming
school holidays.
Booking sheets can be collected from the SAC Office and OSHC to secure a place. We would love all the support from our families to ensure this is a successful program that can be continued for other school holidays.
Booking forms need to be filled in and returned by Friday 18 September 2015.
Ms Miffy YoungOSHC DIRECTOR
Telephone:8217 3200 (Bookings)8217 3254 (SAC OSHC Centre)
Email: [email protected]
JUSTICE AND MERCYThis term the Justice and Mercy students have been learning about homelessness and organising an awareness-based campaign involving the whole school community. For the past two weeks, ten clothing collection bins from the St Vincent de Paul Society have called the SAC foyer ‘home’ and will do so until Monday 21 September (Week 10). Until then, you or your daughter are invited to bring in any good second-hand clothing that you may like to donate to Vinnie’s. Tonight, Friday 11 September, a number of intrepid Year 12 students and staff will participate in a homelessness sleep-out at school, using the donated items from the Vinnie’s bins to keep them warm and hearing from several speakers who have either experienced homelessness or volunteer with groups, such as the Edmund Rice Network, Vinnie’s or the Hutt Street Centre. By the end of the sleep-out we hope that students will emerge with a greater appreciation for what they have, a broader understanding of homelessness and a desire to continue being advocates for those in need. We hope to be able to return all ten collection bins to Vinnie’s filled to the brim and we especially thank members of the very generous SAC community who have already contributed to the cause. See next fortnight’s newsletter for photographs and student reflections on the sleep-out experience.
Ms Madeleine KellySTUDENT WELFARE SUPPORT OFFICER
Mon 28 Sep Tues 29 Sep Wed 30 Sep Thurs 1 Oct Fri 2 Oct
Teddy Bears Picnic
Walk to Glover Playground for a picnic
Make your own teddy with Stufflers
Adelaide Museum
Opal exhibition and identifying gems
Return to OSHC for arts and crafts
Princess and Fairies Day
Dress Up
Pretty crafts and fun games throughout
the day
Cross Road
Bowl
Return to OSHC for team and group games
Haigh’s
Chocolate Factory
Chocolate game Chocolate making ‘Charlie and the
Chocolate Factory’ DVD
Mon 5 Oct Tues 6 Oct Wed 7 Oct Thurs 8 Oct Fri 9 Oct
Public Holiday
No Vacation Care
Explore
Bonython Park
Eggs and spoon race Playground
Scavenger hunt
Fun Fair
Balloon bust, lucky dip, slushies, knock‐em‐down, bob for apples and many more fun
games
Movies at
Capri Theatre ‘Peter Pan’
Gorge
Wildlife Park Whole day excursion
Private bus Feed the animals and
hold a koala
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SACRAMENTS UPDATE
The Sacraments of Confirmation & First Eucharist
The Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist were celebrated recently in St Patrick’s Church, Adelaide.Fr Philip Marshall, the Vicar General, was the celebrant for the Sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday 29 August 2015 for eighteen Year 4 students (listed below). He reminded the girls of the importance of using the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit: knowledge, understanding, reverence, wisdom, right judgement and courage, wonder and awe as gifts that we receive to use throughout our lives.On Saturday 5 September, the Sacrament of the First Eucharist was celebrated by Fr Peter Rozitis. Nineteen students received the body and blood of Christ for the first time in the presence of family, friends and parishioners. This now signifies that these students are fully initiated members of the Catholic Church and are continuing the mission of Jesus. We thank all the sponsors, families and teachers who assisted in their preparations. Also, thank you to those families who contributed donations to Catherine House. These are due by Thursday 17 September.Congratulations to the following students:Angelica Alfaro 4SLChantelle Beddow 4GBIsabella Binetti 4SLClaudia Bressan 4GBFrancesca Capozzi 4KBRita Caprioli 4KBChiara Centofanti 4SLIsabelle Chen 4SLCruz Choe 5JA (First Eucharist only)Ava Czuchwicki 4SLCartia De Ieso 4KBSienna Grech 4SLLauren James 4KBLaura Pinto Lozano 4GBHiruni Pullukkutti Arachchige Don 4SLTahlia Reid 4SLImogen Szegedi 4SLClare Wilks 4SLMia Young 4KBCongratulations to Jasemin Hamdemir 5JA who celebrated her First Eucharist on Saturday 15 August in St Pius X Church, at Windsor Gardens.
Ms Sandra SofiaRELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR (R-7)
Students’ Reflections
I felt nervous before both ceremonies because I did not know what to expect. After the ceremonies, I felt proud and confident and I am happy I am now a special member of the Catholic Church. Lauren James 4KB
I enjoyed receiving the bread and wine that became the body and blood because it was a first time experience. After the ceremony I felt really excited and cannot wait to receive these at another Mass in the future. Chantelle Beddow 4GM
I felt really good because I was being confirmed into the Catholic Church. In class, we researched a saint to be our role model. We made a sash with a cross, a candle, our saint name and a dove to symbolise the Holy Spirit. On the Saturday that I celebrated my Confirmation, I felt ecstatic to be welcomed into the Catholic Church. The priest gave some people little cards with the names of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. I got to choose a gift, so I placed my hand in the box and I pulled out the Gift of Wisdom.
I was sitting nervously in the front pew leading up to the moment when Fr Philip said ‘Clare, be sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit,’ I responded ‘Amen’. At that moment I was nervous and excited. The priest smiled and said ‘Peace be with you.’ I answered with a happy voice, ‘And with your spirit.’ I smiled and sat down in my pew. Angelica Alfaro 4SL
Part way through our Confirmation we had to go up to the front and say that we agreed to our faith. Then, when the priest approached us we had to stand up with our sponsor’s right hand on our right shoulder and be anointed with the chrism on our forehead, making the sign of the cross. Some of us got to pick out one of the gifts we receive when we do our Confirmation. I pulled out Right Judgement. Imogen Szegedi 4SL
When I had my Confirmation and First Eucharist I felt very excited and nervous. At first I thought that I might forget the words but then I felt confident and relieved when I finished. Normally, I feel like a Mass takes a long time but this time I felt like it finished so quickly. It was a great experience that I will never forget in my life. I had a great time celebrating my Confirmation and First Eucharist. Laura Pinto Lozano 4GB
First Eucharist Celebration
Confirmation Celebration
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LIVING ARTISTS AT SACThroughout August our students have been celebrating the South Australian Living Artists Festival. They have both viewed and exhibited their artwork in a range of exhibitions around Adelaide.
Plants To Pixels Photography Workshop & SALA Exhibition
During Term 3 the Art students from 9NW and 9LF had the fantastic opportunity to take part in photography workshops organised by the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. The girls completed three practical workshops. They learnt a lot about photography and how to use a 60X lens. After these fun and inspiring workshops the girls put their skills into practice, taking close-up photographs of nature which they took back to school and are currently developing into lino prints. During the SALA Festival, the Botanic Gardens held an exhibition of students’ photographs created in response to these workshops, titled ‘Plants to Pixels’. Four SAC students, Elizabeth Jennings 9NW, Zahra Zamanzadeh 9LF, Abigail Edwards 9LF and Meghan Keane 9NW, exhibited their photographs. We congratulate these girls and all Year 9 students for their enthusiastic involvement in these workshops. At the start of Term 4 we will exhibit their stunning photographs and the lino prints in the SAC foyer.
Secondary Student Drawing Exhibition at The Art Gallery of South Australia
Our talented Senior Secondary students have their art pieces displayed in the SALA Secondary Student Drawing Exhibition at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Haneen Hussein 12CW, Sarah Hussein 12MN, Sishi Wu 10RG, Brianna Roy 10PA and Jennifer Lai 10KI exhibited their work which was produced as a result of the life drawing, self-portraiture and fashion illustration workshops at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Their drawings are exceptional and we congratulate them on their skill and enthusiastic involvement in these experiences.
During Term 2 students from Reception to Year 12 were invited to submit artworks to be part of the St Aloysius College submission for the Junior Art Exhibition at the Royal Adelaide Show. The girls excitedly created a large variety of art and craft pieces and the Art teachers had the overwhelming job of choosing twenty pieces to enter out of the over 100 pieces submitted! The quality of work and the enthusiasm was so high that we decided to exhibit all the work in the school’s foyer. On Thursday 3 September I was honoured to represent SAC at the Royal Adelaide Show exhibition opening and was delighted to see all the work we had submitted displayed with many of them receiving a Certificate of Commendation and two pieces receiving a Commemorative Medal. These certificates will be presented to the girls at an assembly later in the term. I would like to congratulate all the students who submitted work and the 21 students listed below who were chosen to represent our school:
Georgia Crisanti 11ABJoice Nuangki 12CWLok Yi Lee 11NRBelle Hope 8LCLucianne Keen-Spinato 8SGEstella Quinzi 9NWAmelia Larsen 8SB Anna Du 10AWSishi Wu 10RGSiobhan Reardon 9LFCharlie Cao 7SS
Junior Art Competition at The Royal Adelaide Show
Lynelle Cheung 5JVLani Merchant 6SHIsabella Clark 2LSJessie Cotton 6SHVictoria Costanzo 6SHElizabeth Rutherford 4KBLucia Marett 4KBSophia Smith 5NWMieke Lee 6SHIsabella Morris 8SG
If you go to the Royal Adelaide Show, please take the time to view this stunning exhibition!
Ms Michelle BarrattVISUAL ARTS COORDINATOR
Photo by Zahra Zamanzadeh 9LF exhibited at the ‘Plants to Pixels’ exhibition
Prize winning drawing at the Royal Adelaide Show Junior Art Exhibition
by Lucianne Keen-Spinato 8SG
At the Drawing Exhibition at the Art Gallery of South Australia
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YEAR 1 EXCURSIONSDuring Week 6 the Year 1 students visited the South Australian Museum and SAPOL Road Safety Centre. These excursions supported the students’ learning across multiple curriculum areas.
Year 1 Home Class TeachersStudents’ Reflections
At the museum we saw how the Aboriginal people had painted Dreaming stories on the school doors. Ava Bolton 1CL
At the Road Safety Centre we rode bikes and we saw videos about how to be safe on the road. Hannah Mitchell 1CL
At the Road Safety Centre we learnt about the lights and the signs and how to be safe. Harper Campbell 1CL
At the museum I learnt about the Aboriginal toys and the baskets that Aboriginal people made. Elaine Chen 1JG
I learnt about the Aboriginal paintings and that the Aboriginal people made them so their kids didn’t forget their stories. Caoimhe Rice 1JG
At the museum we got to feel the baskets. They were made out of plants. They weave the dried leaves to make the baskets to carry food. Emma-Rose Ashfield-Smith 1DS
At the Road Safety Centre we rode bikes and we learnt from Humphry Bear not to walk on the side of the road. We need to walk in the middle of the footpath and need to get out of the car on the footpath side. Amelia Rose Odorico 1JG
At the museum I learnt that Aboriginal people make toys with different kinds of materials. We saw the painting of Namarragon the ‘Lightning Man’ and his wife. We painted pictures of Namarragon at school as well. Ella Fowler 1DS
At the Road Safety Centre we learnt not to ride our bikes on the road. You should ride on the footpath until you are twelve years old because it is safer. Adele Lokhorst 1DS Year 1 students visited the South Australian Museum
At the SAPOL Road Safety Centre
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YEAR 5 NEWS
This term, the Year 5 students have been rehearsing and performing plays. They were required to read play scripts, negotiate roles, memorise lines and work corroboratively in order to prepare a performance. Play scripts were written by Aaron Shepherd and included the following:• The Adventures of Mouse Dear - a folktale from Southeast
Asia with a theme of wits versus power• One Eye, Two Eyes, Three Eyes - a folktale from Germany
with a theme of being different• Master Maid - a Norwegian folktale with a theme of
stubbornness and heroism. Groups performed their play in the Drama Theatre in front of parents, grandparents and other students. Below are some of their reflections.
Ms Joanne VillisYEAR 5 TEACHER
When our group was starting I was really nervous and excited (mostly nervous). We were soon introduced and revealed from behind the curtain. I eventually got used to being in front of an audience and I started doing the things that we rehearsed but I was still nervous. Zoe Hosking 5JV
My Mum helped me memorise my lines by making me repeat my lines every day. When our play started my voice echoed and it became louder so that the back rows could hear it, which was surprising. Ekjot Joshan 5JV
My Mum and Dad came to watch. Mum thought Shani, who was playing ‘Two Eyes’, cried realistically and my Dad liked all of the plays. When I was waiting for my turn to go on, half of me wanted to go on but the other half did not. When I was on stage I wasn’t scared anymore. Thao Thanh Nguyen (Amy) Pham 5JV
Students’ Reflections
The cast from ‘One Eye, Two Eyes, Three Eyes’
Our Year 5 students did a great job performing their roles. Well done girls!
YEAR 5 DRAMA
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Year 5 students have been learning about fantasy texts this term. We have learnt about many types of magical creatures including dragons, trolls, nymphs and pixies and objects such as wands and portals. The students wrote their own fantasy stories and created a picture to show the setting and characters.
Ms Tenielle Nuske YEAR 5 HOME CLASS TEACHER
Students’ Fantasy Stories
“Help! Help!” shrieked Dorothy. She beat her gigantic wings furiously but she was no match for the army of wizards. With their magic they pulled her out of her cave, struggling and fighting. Dorothy’s best friend, Danny, stormed out after her, scattering soldiers left and right in his anger. He roared, sending spurts of flame flying out of his mouth but a well-aimed spell made him start coughing and spluttering. One of the men yelled out and with a bright flash and loud pop, they vanished.Adie Patrick 5NW
Morgana walked through the rickety doorway stepping on her tippi- toes so the nails wouldn’t cut her feet. She grabbed the handle of the bucket. It felt brittle in her hands. She tore a strip off the bottom of her frock to wipe her face from the sweat that dripped across her face. As she walked along the dusty old trail that guided her to the well, she flicked her finger to make the pebbles slide across to the green trees.
The sparks that flew off of her finger tips drew a pattern across the sky that made her think of her mum. Where was she? What was she doing? Why did she leave? Morgana didn’t want to be filled with sorrow so she kept walking down the path. Her hair flew in the wind like waves crashing on a hot summer’s day. She stopped to a halt. What was that? There was something colourful in the distance. It had dusty cinnamon crosses and green sides luring Morgana’s soul towards it. Before she knew it, Morgana was walking through the lush trees and bushes to find the object in all its glory. She stepped through. Morgana had no idea what she was getting herself into.Meg Schwarz 5NW
Bang! “What was that?” the mermaid Annabelle yelled. She was alone in the castle and had been for quite a while. Her father had been at work and her sisters had gone for a swim. “I think it’s coming from the wardrobe”, and began to swim slowly towards the wardrobe. All of a sudden, with no warning, the doors opened and a tornado threw leaves and dust and strong winds started gushing at her. Suddenly a scary green hand with long dirty fingernails slowly crept out of the wardrobe and pulled on Annabelle’s arm. It started dragging her towards the cupboard. Annabelle tried to pull away but she could not fight it. She was pulled in, then the door slammed behind her. She was gone!Charli Horn 5NW
Picture by Charlotte Hurt 5NW
Picture by Isobel Leviton 5NW
Picture by Sophia Smith 5NW
Picture by Holly O’Farrell 5NW
FANTASY TEXTS AND MAGICAL CREATURES
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The task was to construct one cubic metre. We found there were twelve edges to this cube. The project involved the use of team work, brain power and, most of all, metre rulers. It was quite challenging. We really had to make the most of the given space and time. Dallas, Jamie & Eliane
Year 5 Measurement
Measuring Volume - 1m3
During class, we all played a game called ‘Tiddlywinks’. This game includes a measuring tape, two counters and chalk. We started by drawing a chalk line on the ground. We placed one counter on the ground and used the other one to push on the first counter. The first counter flew out for a short distance. We used our tape measures to then measure how far the counter had gone. We used metres and centimetres to calculate the distance. Summer, Cruz & Alisha
Linear Measurement
In Term 3, we learnt how to measure the mass of things by using scales. We recorded the mass of different objects using grams and kilograms. We measured the mass of books, pencil cases, candles and lots of other things. We also had to estimate how much we thought things would weigh. In one lesson, we used play dough to test whether the shape of an object affects its weight.Banen & Charlotte
Measuring Mass
We learned that capacity is defined as the amount of space inside a container. We used rice to fill containers then measured that rice using measuring jugs. First, we had to estimate the capacity of the container. The unit of measurement used in capacity is litres and millilitres. Amelia, Mikayla & Sophie
Measuring Capacity
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Time
We have been studying time and how it is used in everyday life. We used stop watches to measure how many things we could do in one minute. Anna & Jasemin
Measuring 1 Kilometre
We used a trundle wheel to measure one kilometre around the school. Each 100m we put down a cone and recorded where it was on our school map. The one kilometre wound right through each courtyard and even into the undercroft.Alyssa, Alisha & Olivia
Perimeter
This term we learnt how to calculate perimeter. We found that there were many different formulas to find the perimeter of a rectangle. A formula is when you follow a certain way of multiplying or adding to calculate perimeter. Formulas for perimeter can be length + length + width + width or length x 2 plus width x 2. We practised measuring the perimeter of many things such as the water fountain.Ashlyn & Chelsea
Measuring Area
We have been learning about the area of different shapes. You can calculate the area of rectangles using a formula. We found that length x width = area. (L x W = A). We were given many shapes to calculate and compare the area and perimeter. Area is very useful for builders and for special occasions such as weddings. Olivia & Hope
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Measuring Volume
We measured the volume of containers using 2cm blocks. We also constructed prisms using 2cm blocks. The formula we used was length x width x depth = volume (L x W x D = V).Mya, Poppy-Boo & Holly
Measuring Area in Hectares
One of the units for measuring area is the hectare. We had a lot of fun using a trundle wheel to measure a hectare and recording this onto a map of the school. A hectare is 100m x 100m.Natalia & Adrienne
Measuring Temperature
In Maths we used our device to check the temperature in Adelaide. When we started the lesson, the temperature was 10.8 °C. About ten minutes later, it had risen to 11 °C.Mahlet, Isabella & Clerisse
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YEAR 6 DEBATING TEAMIn Terms 2 and 3, Year 6 students Teja Hasani 6LM, Monttana Christensen 6LM, Fatema Momenzada 6SH, Jessie Cotton 6SH and Hayley Gerrard 6RL gave up more than one lunchtime a week to be part of the 2015 Year 6/7 Debating team.
Each week they brainstormed, researched and wrote formal speeches about various topics. They impressed us with their enthusiasm, dedication and attitude towards learning as much as they could about different themes. They gave up their Thursday nights to debate against other schools at Nazareth College.
The girls constantly impressed us with their confidence and speaking skills and were formally acknowledged at the Primary Assembly in Week 6 where they received debating pins.
We congratulate the girls again on their efforts this year.
Ms Renee Lambi & Ms Lisa McLaughlinYEAR 6/7 DEBATING COACHES Year 6 Debating students were formally acknowledged
at the Primary Assembly in Week 6 where they received debating pins
YEAR 9 HISTORY - PASSION POEMSStudents from 9VC are learning about how the modern world has developed through human construction and interaction.
The unit on ‘Emancipation of the Slave Trade’ was aptly viewed through the film ‘Amazing Grace’ and the work of politicians PM Pitt and William Wilberforce. Such inspirational political and humanitarian work led to the following responses from students in the class through poems. The focus from the film was on the enabling power of ‘passion’.
Ms Sharyn SchubertHISTORY TEACHER
Students’ Poems
Passion by Ioanna Kourlis 9VC
Passion is closing the gap betweenWhere you are now and where you want to be
Take every chance which you are given, dig deep to… Find your passion, take it and make it happen
Right until the end
Passion byVanessa Li 9VC
Passion is the energy of lifePassion is something you do that is required
Passion is the enthusiasm of onePassion is ambition
Passion is within the heart and soulPassion encourages people to do things they thought were
impossiblePassion is a feeling of conviction Passion is a desire for devotion
Passion by Geogina Toome 9VC
Passion will drive you into insanityPassion will make you do the strangest of actsIt will make you risk your life for that of othersIt will kiss you with a sweet, soft smell of hope
Then cut you open with the ripping sound of sufferingPassion is how we become who we are
It will make you see things you have never seen beforePassion is undefinable and undying
Passion is in the brave
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ITALIAN STUDY TOURMOUNT CARMEL WELCOMES SAC STUDENTS!
On Wednesday 2 September a group of SAC students visited Mount Carmel College in preparation for their study tour to Italy at the end of this year. This experience gave us an opportunity to get to know the students from Mount Carmel College who are also participating in this Italian Study Tour.
The morning began with simple introductions and ‘get to know you’ games were played. We then enjoyed a morning tea and finished off with designing our jumpers that will commemorate the trip. I think it is safe to say that all the students are very excited about having this wonderful opportunity to visit Italy at the end of the year and we look forward to seeing the Mount Carmel College students again on tour while enjoying this experience with them.
Taylor Williams 10KIITALIAN STUDY TOUR STUDENT
SAC & Mount Carmel College Italian Study Tour students getting to know each other
From the Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities
PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATION
The Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities is delighted to announce the launch of its brand new publication Parent-Teacher Communication. The publication contains many tips and hints for parent-teacher communication and includes a great section on email etiquette and what to expect. We encourage you to check it out at http://www.parentfederation.catholic.edu.au/
NEW RESOURCE FOR PARENTS
From the Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities
PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATION
The Federation of Catholic School Parent Communities is delighted to announce the launch of its brand new publication Parent-Teacher Communication. The publication contains many tips and hints for parent-teacher communication and includes a great section on email etiquette and what to expect. We encourage you to check it out at http://www.parentfederation.catholic.edu.au/
NEW RESOURCE FOR PARENTS
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PRIMARY SPORT
After School Sport - Term 3
There is only one more week of Primary sport to go for the term and what an incredibly busy but exciting couple of terms we’ve had. I wish our netball, lacrosse and indoor soccer teams the best of luck in the final round of matches.
During Week 9 the very last of the Come ‘n’ Try programs will also conclude for 2015. Throughout the year approximately 160 students from Reception to Year 3 have participated in the Come ‘n’ Try program each term! I would like to acknowledge and thank the Primary teachers for their support. Without their help the sessions would not be able to go ahead.
After School Sport - Term 4
Students who are interested in participating in after school sport in Term 4 should have now returned their nomination forms (they were due Friday 4 September 2015). Students who have nominated to be involved in beach volleyball, lacrosse clinics, water polo clinics or basketball clinics will receive information packs in Week 1 of Term 4 via the students’ school email account.
SAPSASA Sport
On Tuesday 1 September a selected number of Years 4-7 students participated in the SAPSASA East Adelaide District Athletics Carnival at SANTOS Stadium. The occasional shower throughout the day didn’t deter the girls from competing extremely well and representing SAC with pride.
Congratulations to many of our students who placed within the top four of their event. Students who may be successful in being selected in the East Adelaide team will be notified in the coming weeks.
A big thank you to student officials Louisa Nunke 8KM and Sophie King 8KM and Ms Kamala Bode for helping out on the day.
Other News
On Wednesday 12 August you may have seen a few SAC students on the news! The girls from 2AS were invited by Netball SA to attend a press release to announce a new sponsorship for Netball SA and the Adelaide Thunderbirds.
The students were lucky enough to be involved in a netball clinic run by one of the Thunderbirds players, Ms Madeleine Proud and they also met the Recreation and Sport Minister, Mr Leon Bignill. The girls had an absolute ball being involved in the clinics and having photos taken to promote Grassroots Sports Club.
Term 3 Holiday Sports
There are a number of Come ‘n’ Try activities available these holidays for school aged students to be involved in. Please see the images on the following page for more information.
Ms Kate MarksPRIMARY SPORT COORDINATOR
Contact Information for Primary Sport Coordinator:Ms Kate Marks
Tel: 0447 512 480 or 8217 3233 Email: [email protected]
Kalina participating in long jump at SAPSASA athletics
2AS students with Minister for Recreation and Sport, Mr Leon Bignill 2AS students with Thunderbird player, Madeleine Proud at the press release
Halle, Phoebe, Sophie & Stella came first in the 4 x 100m relay at SAPSASA athletics!
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Congratulations!Congratulations to Isobel Larwood 9RK, Kate Green 9NR, Namrata Gawde 10TC and Georgina Toome 9VC. They have been selected to represent South Australia in the U15 Girls’ Lacrosse Nationals, being held in the upcoming October school holidays.
Well done and good luck girls!
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St Aloysius CollegeA Ministry of Mercy Education Ltd
53 Wakefield StreetAdelaide, South Australia 5000
Tel: 08 8217 3200 Website: www.sac.sa.edu.au
Email: [email protected] Fax: 08 8212 4908
SAC UNIFORM SHOP CSMF Choir
Catholic Schools Music Festival 2015
The Catholic Schools Music Festival has been running since 1989 and its goal is to support music arts education in our schools, providing an outlet for young people to perform in a professional setting. The SAC CSMF Choir and Senior Choir are performing on the Opening Night on Monday 21 September at 7pm in the Festival Theatre. Tickets are available through BASS (Tel:131 246). For any queries, please contact me at [email protected]
Ms Catherine JonesMUSIC TEACHER
Students’ Reflection
The choir rehearses several times during the week with Ms Catherine Jones and have had the pleasure of also working with Ms Emma Knights. Ms Denise Rothall, the Festival Director, occasionally comes into our school to check on our progress through the songs. The best things about choir would definitely be learning the songs and choreography while making new friends throughout the three terms. We enjoy learning the songs because each song makes us express a different emotion while singing. The choreography is easy to learn, entertaining to look at and adds another dimension to the show. Everybody in the choir learns the different techniques it takes to put on a great performance and we have learnt how to sing with so many different emotions as each song has a different meaning to each person in the choir and in the audience.
During the three terms of choir rehearsals we have faced many challenges. The biggest challenge was having to learn the words and choreography for nineteen songs! On the performance night we all look forward to singing the songs while having a great time with all the other schools. The Year 6s have a chance to return to the choir again next year but for the Year 7s this is, sadly, their last year in the choir. At the festival the audience can expect enthusiastic singing and dancing with entertaining supporting acts. The support acts are different musical groups and soloists from different schools that come on in between songs. This year our SAC Senior Choir is honoured to be chosen as a support act.
The audience will experience different emotions as the songs go by. The ending medley is full of songs that will bring the audience to tears. It is definitely a show worth seeing!
Primary Music Leaders & seasoned CSMF Choir members Jasmine Apostolopoulos & Rui (Amy) Wang 7JW
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS OPENING TIMEFriday 9 October 2015
9:00am to 4:00pm (Please enter through Angas Street gate)
SUMMER UNIFORMto be worn on the first day of Term 4• Visit the Uniform Shop now to avoid the school
holiday rush! • Check your Summer uniform this weekend. • IT FITS - Smile and tick that job off your list! • If it DOESN’T FIT - Launder it and drop it into
the Uniform Shop now for resale.• Plan for your daughter to visit the Uniform Shop
during opening times before the end of the term.• Don’t forget white summer socks and the grey
summer hat and sports hat!• Please note that we have a good selection of
second-hand dresses at the moment.• Students can be fitted by us and make purchases
at recess and lunchtimes.• You can send your credit card details in with your
daughter or ring us and give your details over the phone.
NORMAL OPENING HOURS Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:15am to 11:30am,
Wednesdays from 1:00pm to 4:00pm (No appointment necessary)
Your cooperation now means you can relax and enjoy the school holidays.
Ms Lisa BurnerUNIFORM SHOP MANAGER
