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senior school ..................................................................................... 2 9/10 ................................................................................................ 3 middle school .................................................................................... 4 sport ................................................................................................ 5 performing arts ................................................................................. 7 dobsons ........................................................................................... 9 parents & friends .............................................................................. 10 1920 club ........................................................................................ 11 notices ............................................................................................ 12

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senior school

After a wonderfully moving ANZAC Day service held at school on Friday 24 April and with significant

involvement in community events from both staff and students, we feel very comfortable that we paid the necessary respect for the 100th Anniversary of Gallipoli. Alyssa Brittnell, Year 12, was one of the 70 odd students chosen to represent Victorian students in Gallipoli. This was such a significant achievement to be selected. Alyssa arrived back in Australia on Tuesday and went straight to the BAS Athletics at Llanberris to represent the school.

In the next edition of College Connections there will be an article written by Alyssa about her trip. The Health and Wellbeing team held a wonderful session on Friday 1 May with our Senior School via facilitator, Sue Anderson. Sue is the author of the book “Unbullyable” and spoke to the students about her experiences as a young person growing up, also on mindfulness and how students can be empowered to the take control of situations and their own perception of the world.

Our senior students are now in the challenging phase of the VCE (and the weather is going to get much worse!). They were reminded that they have the power to develop habits that enable them to take control of their lives. On Friday 1 May the annual PNG concert was held with success and enthusiasm. Furthermore the Senior

School Musical camp for “The Wedding Singer” was also held over the most recent weekend. There is lots going on as always! In the next 2 weeks the following will be held:

Regan Consulting – drop-in sessions Thursday 7 May Art Camp – Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May

Mother’s Day Classic – Lake Wendouree, Sunday 10 May GBH Mother and Daughter weekend, Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 May

Senior School Musical “The Wedding Singer”, 21-23 May. Don’t forget to book your tickets via trybooking.com

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9/10

It has been a week since our first group of King Island students farewelled their family and friends in Wanliss Road. All faces were moist, from either the rain or tears, yet there was a real feeling of excitement and adventure. Importantly, all arrived safely and Luke has reported that the first week has been really positive, with our students beginning to face the various challenges that life at the Grassy Campus affords. We will provide regular updates in College Connections as to how our students are going

on the Island to help add context to the regular Sunday night contact that parents will have. The 9/10 House Competition has stormed out of the gates in Term 2, with two events already completed. Last week, in quite chilly conditions, the students competed in the House Biathlon where they were asked to either run or swim for their House. It was pleasing to see almost all students involved and congratulations to all those students who moved out of their comfort level and committed to something that they do not usually do. Last week, we also held the House Chess Competition. In contrast to the

Biathlon, this was held in the comfort of the Pavilion and involved only a few representatives from each

House. It was, however, just as keenly competed and it was terrific to see fellow House members give up their lunchtime to support their peers. Results for both events will be announced at our next assembly. As you may well be aware NAPLAN testing occurs for our Year 9 students on the 12-14 May. NAPLAN is

important because it is the only common test that allows all students in Australia to see how they are developing in certain academic subjects, in relation to the rest of the students their age. It is important for our school because it provides us with a relatively objective measure of each student’s current level in a number of areas, and we can then use this information to guide and readjust our instruction. For these reasons it is essential for all of our students to sit the NAPLAN test. It is also important for all of our students to do their best, so that the testing is a reflection of their current understanding in subject fields

and not a reflection of their motivation on the day. This testing should not be a time of great anxiety or stress for your child so please help us put it in perspective. It is important and they need to try their

best, but only so that we can help them move even further forward in their learning. Jen Bourke & David Struth Co-Heads of 9/10

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middle school Next week sees the implementation of the National Assessment program for Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN). Like over 1 million other students across Australia, our Year 3, 5, 7 and 9 students will be

involved in assessments of reading, writing, language conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy. At College, we find the NAPLAN program a useful measure in helping to determine how our students are tracking towards important educational outcomes in literacy and numeracy. The information we receive can be organised at an individual level, by class, year level, gender and so on. This allows us to check the impact of our programs, but more specifically, the effectiveness of our instruction. We use the

information to try and capture best practice as well as refine strategies and methods that are less effective. We also use the results to help identify students who require greater challenges or additional support. That said, NAPLAN is just one aspect of the school’s assessment and reporting process and does

not replace the ongoing formative and summative assessments made by teachers in order to provide ongoing feedback and intervention. In terms of preparation, NAPLAN assesses what are already critical elements of the College literacy and

numeracy curriculum. Whilst we ensure students are familiar with the test format, the lead-in to NAPLAN follows the agreed sequence of skills and knowledge embedded in the curriculum. Given this, the advice we offer to our students is to reassure them that the NAPLAN assessments are just one part of their school program, and, like all things at College, we encourage them to do their best. We reassure them that NAPLAN is not a ‘pass or fail’ test. Instead, individual performance is shown on a national achievement scale for each test.

Shaune Moloney & Reid Smith Co-Heads of Middle School

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sport BAS Athletics On Tuesday 28 April 142 students were selected to compete at the BAS Athletics at Llanberris Athletics

Reserve. I was extremely impressed with all students’ participation and behaviour on the day. A full report, including the official results and student achievements, will be published in the next addition of College Connections. I must thank Ross Henderson, Jessica Macgowan, Andrew James, Joshua King, Catherine MacLean, Henry Roffe-Silvester, Carly Twaits, Courtney Scott and Georgie Garby for your assistance on the day and management of high jump. BAS Sport

First XVIII Boys Football Round 2 – BCC v High School at High School College 22-9-141 defeated High School 2-7-19

Goals: Harrison 6, McLean 4, Bryans 4, Dunstan 2, O’Connor 2, McCluggage 2, Hogan 1, Benallack 1. Best players: McCluggage, Clode, O’Connor, Hogan, Harrison, Bryans. College Spirit Award (Voted by the boys): McCluggage.

First XVIII Girls Football Round 1 – BCC v Loreto at BCC College 9-7-61 defeated Loreto 1-2-8 Goals: McDonald 6, Amoore 2, Stevens. Best players: Bell, Morrish, Stevens, McDonald, Kyatt, Wood, Mooney, Hearn, Phillips, Joyce.

Victorian Netball Championships Friday 17 July – State Netball and Hockey Centre – Parkville All netballers interested in trying out for the 7/8, 9/10 and Senior teams must attend an important meeting on Friday 8 May at 10am in the Senior School Lecture Theatre. Tryouts dates will be announced at this meeting along with training sessions.

Up & Coming Events

BAS Badminton Championships – Thursday 21 May Ballarat Clarendon College Lap of the Lake – Week 8 Friday 5 June Co-Curricular Choices Please ensure your child has registered their Co-Curricular activity on connect@clarendon. I will be checking attendance for all sports and activities over the next two weeks.

Sport Page on connect@clarendon All sport related correspondence will be posted on the Sport page on Connect, including weekly Travel Details which include a summary of every sport and physical activity, training days/times, matches days/times and transport. All other relevant notices will also be posted on Connect. Week 4 Travel Details are now available on Connect.

Contact Details If you have any questions regarding the Sport & Physical program at BCC, please contact me via email macdonaldle@clarendon.vic.edu.au or on 5330 8157. Leah MacDonald

Head of Sport District Cross Country 2015 at Victoria Park, Ballarat.

There were 16 students representing College in year 5 and 6 across two different age groups at this

event. Training had been done independently, and all competitors were eager to let loose on the Victoria Park track. The first group to tackle the challenge of 3km was the 11 and under boys team. The group was comprised of Ty Palmer, Nelson Troon, Flynn Brouwer and Xavier Hoffman. In what seemed to be a trend developing throughout the day, the start of the race seemed to be a sprint off for lead position.

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Thankfully the pace steadied allowing College runners to find a comfortable pace and enjoy the challenge.

Ty Palmer cruised around the track before a strong trademark finish landed him 8th position overall, Nelson Troon and Flynn Brouwer ran a good steady race to finish in 20th and 25th place respectfully, a

fine achievement and despite a knee injury Xavier Hoffman battled along in true college spirit until he no longer could. A good show of determination. Well done to all boys. The 11 and under girls were next and did not disappoint providing what was potentially the highlight of the carnival. The 3km track seemed like a breeze for the girls. The pace was red hot from start to finish

and it was a dominant College performance. Abigail Webster took out 1st, she may have surprised herself! Matilda Pearce was hot on her tail to take out 2nd, Juliette Parlange 3rd. and not far behind was Annie Cowan in 10th position. This was a tremendous result, but even more impressive then the result itself was the great sportsmanship shown by all the girls at the completion of the race congratulating everyone and celebrating the race, rather than the result, this was great to see! Well done to all girls who will battle it out again at the regional championships.

The 13 and under boys had arrived and were ready to test themselves against some very strong competition. Again it was a red hot start to the race, all pacing techniques were out the window and the

spread of competitors from first to last got bigger and bigger. To their credit this didn’t seem to faze the boys. Edwin Lennox was first across the line for College finishing in 22nd place. Tom Jenkins and James Caligari worked well together to finish in 27th and 28th position and Ben Grima who was a late call up, but was ready to go never the less finished in 33rd position. Unfortunately the boys didn’t make it

through to regionals, but should still be proud of the result. There was one final race to be ran. The 13 and under girl. The girls had waited anxiously all day for the 3km race! By the time the race began, all nerves had been shaken off and it was go time. All four girls performed well finishing in the top 20. Olivia Moneghetti squeezed into 10th position, Ruby De Ruiter claimed 12th, Alyssa Trethowan was a brave 18th and Sarah Dalgleish right behind her in 19th. Not bad considering the girls were worried they wouldn’t make the journey!

The competition was great all day but our athletes did themselves proud. Overall College finished in 2nd position, only a few points behind the winner. This was a pleasing result with around 20 schools

competing on the day. We look forward to more success and PB’s on the 15 May at the Regional Cross Country to also be held at Victoria Park.

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performing arts Dance Jenna Boschen (Grade 5) only began classical ballet 3 years ago, however her dedication and hard work

have rewarded her with some outstanding results. She successfully auditioned for the Australian Ballet School Interstate Training Program (ITP) in 2014. This program is only offered to the most talented of students Australia wide and gives young dancers the opportunity to train and experience life as a student of the Australian Ballet School whilst also training at their local ballet school. She was the winner of the Classical Scholarship at Bendigo Competitions Society in June 2014 and Runner Up in the prestigious Victorian Ballet Teachers Workshop Finals in August 2014. Jenna was

offered a place in the Australian Ballet School Elite After School Program (ASP), which she commenced this year, where see travels to Melbourne to train with the staff at the Australian Ballet School multiple times a week. This means she has been identified as one of the most talented dancers in her age group

in the country and has been selected by the Australian Ballet School as a student with enormous potential for a career in Classical Ballet. Excitingly, Jenna recently successfully auditioned for the Royal Ballet Schools International Summer Intensive which will see her travel to London in July this year to participate. We look forward to hearing more about this exciting trip!

Click here for photo Victorian Dance Festival As part of the Underage Underground Showcase at the Victorian Dance Festival, Sophie Grima and April Prato performed with the Ballarat Ballet Centre as part of their Contemporary troupe “Birdgirl”. The

festival caters for all Victorians and Dance enthusiasts including welcomed participants from all over the country and abroad. This contemporary piece received high praise from all attendees on the night. Both girls were thrilled to be able to perform alongside other professional companies as part of this showcase. Victorian Cecchetti Medals

On Sunday 26 April, over 120 students from throughout Victoria participated in the elimination rounds of the Victorian Cecchetti Medals Awards, held at the Ministry of Dance in Melbourne. These elimination

rounds involved the participants completing a ballet class under instruction, with contestants being eliminated throughout the day. Old Collegian Miss Brooke Lockett of The Australian Ballet was the adjudicator on the elimination day. I am pleased to announce that Lily Minchenko (past student of BCC now at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School) was selected as a Bronze level finalist and Sophie Grima (Year 9), Ada Sayasane (Year 9), Pippa Sutherland (Year 8) and past student Coco Wood (also at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School), were selected as Silver Medal finalists. The finals of these awards, in which the girls will have to present two set dances, will be held in early June.

Our best wishes goes to all of the girls as they prepare for these Awards. Drama The Wedding Singer – The musical will be performed over 3 nights, 21–23 May at 7.30pm and a Saturday matinee at 2pm. With a cast of 50 students and an orchestra of 20 this is a major production. A

musical comedy set in the 80’s with big costumes, great numbers, and some outstanding acting.

Bookings can be made through trybooking.com.au. Year 11 and 12 ensemble pieces will be presented in the drama studio on the Wednesday 3 June starting at 6pm. This is the culmination of months of work to create an original 20 minute piece in their groups of 3, 4, and 5. These performances go towards the student’s final grade. High School Musical – Middle School students can now sign up for auditions at the PAC. This show will

be performed at the Wendouree performing arts centre and will be directed by Ms Bashford-Leger. Miss Saigon – BLOC theatres production is a must see. This is a fantastic musical and will be starting two of our junior students. Mr Yau’s twin daughters will perform alternate nights throughout the run of the show.

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Music

PNG concert What a great success the concert was for the PNG Project! Thanks to all of the student performers and

their teachers who have prepared these contemporary bands, choir and soloists. A couple of bands had their world premiere performance! Congratulations to the Year 3/4 contemporary band, Stixen Stones, Speak No Evil, JS Choir, Liam Axiak, Fern Bird, Lachie Mansell, Phoebe Ricciardi, Sarah Wynen, Unit 3 Music Performance Groups and FEET for their great performances. Local band Black Cat was also honoured to support such a worthy cause.

Click here for photo ANZAC Day Dawn Service The Chamber Choir joined with Pleasant St Primary School choir to perform in the centenary commemoration of the Gallipoli landings. Lt Col William Brazenor and Major General "Pompey" Elliott are

both national heroes from this historic event. Brazenor was educated at Pleasant St Primary and Elliott at BCC; to bring together the two schools literally in one voice at the Dawn Service was a poignant tribute. The student’s dedication and enthusiasm was not dampened by the pre-dawn rain and cold at 5.30am –

it was a memorable event to be involved in. Click here for photo

JSPG Cookbook launch The Senior Chamber ensemble members provided background music for the JSPG cookbook launch last weekend in Watson Hall. The event as a whole was a success, and was a great opportunity for this ensemble to practise this style of performance. Performances The Barry Currie Stage Band was invited to perform at the Organ Society concert at Her Majesty’s theatre

recently. Tom Hallett (Year 11) is performing in the pit orchestra for BLOC Theatre’s season of Miss Saigon this

month. Tom Gibney (Year 12) performed the Last Post and Rouse again on the top of the clock tower as part of

our Sturt St ANZAC Day commemorations. Visiting Alumni – Nick McRoberts Nick (PA leader in 1994) visited from Paris, where he currently lives. In the last 20 years he has worked as a conductor and composer in Europe, working with many world renowned ensembles. The ELC was treated to a concert from Nick, who explained a potted history of composing, playing some classical favourites, and culminating in the ELC students joining in with Mozart’s variations on “Twinkle Twinkle

Little Star”. The students were spellbound and thoroughly enjoyed playing along. Nick then worked with Noah Heys (Year 12) on his VCE Music Styles and Composition schoolwork. Click here for photo

VCE Showcases Please make a note in your diary for the Unit 1 Music Performance Showcase on Friday 29 May at 7pm

and the Unit 3 Music Performance Showcase on Friday 5 June at 7pm, both in the SSLT. Sarah Barlow Michael Harrop Lauren Young Head of Music Head of Drama Head of Dance

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dobsons

Ballarat Clarendon College has an on-site uniform shop run by Dobsons. A percentage of every purchase is returned to the School. Location and contact details The Uniform Shop is located at 1425 Sturt Street, Ballarat. The Uniform Shop is located in the building in front of the Girls Boarding House adjacent to the Tennis Courts.

Telephone: (03) 5330 8305 Email: bac@dobsons.com.au Normal Trading Hours (during School Term) Tuesdays 1.00pm – 4.30pm Wednesdays 8.30am – 11.30am

Fridays 1.00pm – 4.30pm

Do you need an appointment outside of our Trading Hours? We also offer individual fitting appointments. Please contact Leanne on (03) 5330 8305 during Trading Hours or via email bac@dobsons.com.au to arrange a suitable time. Winter Uniform

Currently available a full size range of pinafores, kilts, blouses, black tights, long black socks and trousers. King Island Polar Fleece In stock, a full size range of King Island Polar Fleece.

Payment Facilities EFT and Credit Card facilities are available. You can also apply, in store or online, for a Dobsons Account.

Credit Card Authority forms are available at the Uniform Shop. Cheques are not accepted. JSPG, Parents & Friends and 1920s Club Merchandise We have various items for cash sale on behalf of the Junior School Parents Group, Parents & Friends and 1920s Club. The items available include Organisational Bags, Knitted Beanies, Parents & Friends Caps and

Rowing Caps. Buying or Selling Second-hand Items Dobsons also sell, in store, a range of second-hand uniforms on behalf of parents. A donation will be given to the Parents and Friends for each sale of second-hand uniforms. Please contact us to discuss. For online buying or selling, please visit www.uniformswapshop.com.au

For buying and selling your child’s requirements for Primary, Secondary and Tertiary levels

visit www.uniformswapshop.com.au

Buy and sell: uniforms, books, sports equipment, musical instruments, camera and film,

art supplies, electronics, CD and DVDs.

All sales assist YOUR School community and The Alannah and Madeline Foundation.

Easy to navigate, easy to buy, easy to sell. 24 hour access to goods.

No commissions - 100% of money received by the seller.

Try it today: www.uniformswapshop.com.au

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parents & friends

Year 11 Presentation Ball, Saturday 13 June, Bray Raceway Preparations are underway once again for this very special evening for our Year 11 students and parents. More information and invitations will be out soon. Second Hand Books

Following a successful second hand book sale in November we have a limited stock of some books for sale throughout the year. Anyone who may need to purchase a book can contact Fiona Emery on 0414257717 or myself on 0408104936.

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1920 club

McCain Taste Testing Fundraiser What does it involve? Each participant is required to attend a half hour taste testing session at McCain Foods (session times are 6pm through to 8pm). During this half hour session each participant will usually be given two products to taste test. These products will have separate questionnaires that are to be answered by each participant.

Each questionnaire typically has between 12 and 30 questions. The complete product does not have to be eaten in order to complete the questionnaire. McCain Foods will pay the nominated group (i.e. the 1920 Club) for every person that attends these sessions. Participants must be over 18.

How to get involved? Go to http://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=126751 On this page you can select one or more dates that you would like to participate, and the time slot that you would prefer. You may only participate once per night, however you may participate on more than one night.

The electronic booking will only allow 12 people per time slot, but will allow you to include more than one person per booking (if places are available). This means we are after 60 people per night to participate. When can you participate? The dates allocated to the 1920 Club are as follows;

Week 4 - Tuesday 5 May

Week 5 - Tuesday 12 May Week 6 - Tuesday 19 May Remember, the more people who participate, the more money is raised to support the rowing program. For further information contact;

Claire Murray 0413 197 211 Jan Gillett 0439 502 035 Tom Dowling President 1920 Club

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notices

“Would you love to travel and live overseas?” Learn about another culture?? PROGRAM INFORMATION EVENING IN BALLARAT FOR PARENTS/STUDENTS Find out about programs offered, discounts and scholarships available and ask questions!

Wednesday 6 May 7.30pm Ballarat Golf Club, 1800 Sturt St, Ballarat Visit www.studentexchange.org.au call 1300 135 331 or Julie 0457 904 119 Click here for more information

YMCA Outside School Hours Care to Primary School The YMCA of Ballarat are the leaders in providing quality, fun and fulfilling Outside School Hours Care to Primary School aged children in the Ballarat region. With our services, families can have the peace of mind knowing their children are cared for in a safe, fun and stimulating environment.

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