St Mark's College Newsletter 26 October 2018

Issue 16 26 October 2018 Year 12 Georgia Tefanis and her classmates (behind) are farewelled by Reception students The term begins and our Year 12 families gather to share farewell. The boarders and their families celebrate the year as we delight in old scholars return. We affirmed the role of teachers and announced two captains. The fourth term of school has begun and it has symbolises a light to guide our Year 12s into a offered us many moments that deeply define new adult journey and a reminder that a whole the spirit and character of St Mark’s. There school is praying for them. The Year 12s know have been moments of celebration and there that the candle has been lovingly prepared has been times to connect with memories. and that when they receive it, a Reception There has been rituals which have become very child prays that it may light their way. There holy and there has been the quiet personal is a connection of innocence and hope, joy and moments of joy and tears. The term began with confidence because they are leaving and our the discipline of Year 12 trial exams and the youngest look up in wonder. I hope that the focus of a Reception student getting a candle Year 12s know that the candle means that we ready to give away. The Year 11s took their first see in them in an extraordinary light. We have steps towards leadership. And then there is been very proud to watch them shine this year. an invitation for families to join us in bidding The moment is captured by a hundred cameras farewell. The boarding community gathered to in that delight of clicking and remembering. But recognise the importance of the year and the what remains forever in hearts is a gratitude Old Scholars wandered through and delighted and cohesion. in a rich experience. The first two weeks are quite special for us. The Boarders Farewell This week we had a chance to gather as a The Year 12s ‘Candle Mass’ Salesian House boarding community to There is a moment in our school calendar, which farewell the Year 12 boarders and to affirm has a special place in the traditions of the the unity and care at Salesian House. The College. The ‘Candle Mass’ is a precious time gathering was held in the Chapel and then of sacredness, which happens every year as in the dining room with a light supper. It was the Year 12s finish. It is when the whole school a time to reflect upon the year and the lives assembles to farewell the Year 12s and the of the boarders. I also had a chance to thank families come in large numbers to support. It the extraordinary work of Denise and David is about gathering to share excitement and Arbon, the House Parents, who guides and to reflect upon growth. It is about applauding nurtures with such grace. My strong sense is achievement and finally saying farewell. Our that Salesian House has been a special place Year 12s have been such an important part of and that all have been swept up in the welcome our lives this year and the Mass is a celebration and goodness. I saw the special cohesion in the of their growth and courage, their achievement gathering. It was a lovely event. The students and the special unity. It is held on the Bosco seemed to have a clear sense of purpose Oval and even in that large space there is a and an understanding that they are involved cohesion and focus that becomes special. Our in something worthwhile in the Boarding ‘Candle Mass ‘ is holy and a joy. experience. Our boarders share a trust in the process of boarding. Clearly, over the In the ceremony, guided so beautifully by year they grew in confidence in the routines, Father Harold, a candle is exchanged between disciplines, the amusement and cohesion of the Reception students and the Year 12 boarding. They found there was a particular students. It is heartfelt and poignant and joy in sharing in the lives of others in such a watched by 1000 people. The candle powerfully close way. Boarders can be great characters, reception 7

Introducing our 2019 College Captains, Jack and Millie. Our thanks to Riley and Ellie for their wonderful leadership as captains this year.Bric-Xibit LEGO Exhibition engaging young people, terrific examples. I Two New CaptainsFriday 26 October, 5 - 8pm thank our Year 12 Boarders particularly for I announced the new College Captains forSaturday 27 October and their contribution. We won’t be quite the same 2019 at the conclusion of the Year 12 Mass. AsSunday 28 October, 9am - 3pm when they leave. The Year 12 group gave the Year 12s prepared to leave us it seemedGood Sam Hall us leadership, scholarship, building of that appropriate to let the community know thatGold Coin Donation community, the nurturing of friendships, and two young people had been chosen from their an openness to spirituality. It has been a good Year 11 peers to accept the opportunity ofSports Council year for the boarders. leadership. Two young people are now to stepTuesday 30 October into the shoes of Captaincy. Millie Tubb and The Old Scholars Jack Dickeson will be our new College Captains.Melbourne Cup We welcomed back to the College ‘anniversary They are exemplary young people and we offerTuesday 6 November groups’ of old scholars. We met graduates them our support and best wishes as they from 1978, 1988, 1998, and 2008 on a relaxing humbly accepted the positions at our recentRemembrance Day Saturday afternoon last week. Many had come Mass.Prayer Service from some distance and then there were lotsFriday 9 November who were local. It was tremendous to see them World Teachers’ Day and there was a great sense of excitement. World Teachers’ Day was on Friday 26 October We had many staff on hand to welcome and and we have a little tradition in the College a group of students ready to be tour guides, staff room that celebrates the day. As a way waiters and waitresses and ambassadors of thanking the teachers and affirming their for their school. We offered the old scholars a vocation, we share an ice cream together. tour around the College and then we served a It’s a little sugar hit and it’s a bit outside our supper. There were speeches and affirmations. usual lunchtime diet but becomes a simple We toasted their legacy and watched their moment of fun. It’s a party food and so we furrowed brows as they searched deep inside quietly remember how grateful we are for our their memories for some clarity about a room, opportunity to work with young people and a teacher or an incident. We delighted in their to work with each other. Being a teacher is a exclaims about how the school had changed wonderful job and we are grateful that we have and we were conscious that there was a such dedication at St Mark’s. strength and connection in their friendship with each other and in their loyalty to the Parent Satisfaction Survey school. The College is very committed to its I invite you all to be involved in the annual history and to the people who created an Parent Satisfaction Survey. You will have enduring legacy. They were the people who had completed the same questions last year created a spirit that I have learned about in my and we have added two about satisfaction last seven years. Their fun, their scholarship, levels with our new CareMonkey system. Your their relationships, their graciousness and responses are very important to us in our care, created and sustained something. We planning and understanding of the community. are committed to that uniqueness, that spirit, You are able to view results of last year in the at this College, expressed in many ways and College Website. The survey will be sent to you partly defined in their unique Year level group. electronically next week. My thanks for your I certainly thank those staff and students who support in this. so generously wanted to make sure that the old scholars felt welcomed. Greg Hay, Principal

ARreoliugniodutshEedCuoclaletgioenFrom the APRIMThe Class of 2018 at their Thanksgiving MassSalesian House Farewells Reconciliation Bosco HouseOur Salesian House Community gathered Our Year 3 students are now undertaking the Gallagher Housetogether for the last time in 2018. This week Sacramental Program as part of the Religious McNally Housethe Year 12 Boarders depart to prepare for Education lessons. During this time theexams and finish their final assessments. It students who choose to do so are prepared towas an opportunity to celebrate the journey celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Asof community our boarders lived in 2018. We part of this experience all Year 3 students willexpressed our thanks to the five Year 12s who have brought home a Prayer Package to use incomplete their time at St Mark’s College and the family home. This is an opportunity for yourSalesian House. They then shared some special child to develop skills and the family to spendmemories of their time in Salesian House. quality time together. Please support your child with this initiative.Farewell to our Year 12sWeek Two, Term Four is always a highlight on A reminder for those children receivingthe school calendar. A time of new beginnings the Sacrament of Reconciliation of theand sentimental endings for our senior Commitment Program dates:students. In a dearly loved tradition of ourCollege we all gathered on Bosco Oval to give • 10 / 11 November- Rite of Welcomethanks for and farewell our Year 12s. TheReception students proudly represented us all • 17 / 18 November- Present Footprints andin wishing them well by presenting them with Prayer Cardsa candle. Thursday evening was a time for theYear 12 students and their families to gather • 21 November- Sacrament ofand give thanks for their time at St Mark’s Reconciliation Liturgy, 7pm CathedralCollege. It was a rite of passage. We recognisedthe past and had prayers for many blessings Katie Pole, APRIMto be bestowed on them in the future. We wishthem God’s blessing as they continue on theirjourney of life.Reception student Tessa farewelling Ellie at the Candle Mass Polding House

From the Deputy Principal Reception students eagerly awaiting their presentation to the Year 12s Staff Movements Candle Mass The beginning of Term 4 saw the return of Mrs One of the highlights of this fortnight is the Angela Jordan, Mrs Pia Keain and Mrs Kylie ‘Candle Mass’ where we gather as a whole McMillan from their well-earned leave and the school community to officially farewell the farewell of Mrs Erin Arnold, Mrs Meredyn Bell Class of 2018. The Receptions represented and Mrs Lyn Howell as they embarked on some Benedict Campus with their ‘candle role’ and I’m well-deserved leave. Their classes have not grateful to their teachers Miss Nikki Caputo, skipped a beat as we are so fortunate to have Mrs Sarah Freer, Mrs Kayla Hastings, Mrs our regular relief teachers who care just as Katiana Saler and Miss Sophie Porcelli for the deeply for the students. My sincerest thanks behind the scenes preparation. An especially to Miss Abbey Arbon, Mrs Kayla Hastings, Mrs big thank you to our APRIM, Mrs Katie Pole, Helen McMahon and Mrs Katherine Stringer for for her organisation of the whole event and for their dedicated commitment to our school. Mrs caring so deeply for her work as APRIM. Vicki Vella returned from retirement as Mrs Marg Fantinel recuperated and Mrs Lyn Howell Supervision Reminder was on leave and was well received at Benedict A friendly reminder that there is no morning with her bright smile and big earrings … quite supervision until 8.25am and that after school the talking point with many students! supervision concludes at 3.40pm. Any child still at school at 3.45pm will be escorted to the Welcome and Farewell office to wait. The office closes at 4pm. We Day 1 of Term 4 saw the arrival of Skye Dale appreciate your effort in trying to adhere to and her family from Darwin. Skye has joined the these times for the safety of your children. Year 4 cohort. We warmly welcome the Dale family to our community and hope you enjoy Melissa Gadaleta, your time with us. Deputy Principal, Benedict CampusBric-Xibit LEGO Exhibition We also welcome old scholar Miss Maegan ParrFriday 26 October, 5 - 8pm who will be undertaking a Teaching PracticuumSaturday 27 October and in 5 Green with Mrs Briony Forster. I know youSunday 28 October, 9am - 3pm will enjoy your teaching experience Maegan.Good Sam HallGold Coin Donation On a sad note we farewell the beautiful Krommendijk family as they make their waySAPSASA Interschool to The Netherlands. It has been an absoluteSports Day pleasure educating Orlando and Brendan andThursday 1 November we wish you all a most successful move.(Back up day 2 November) Year 6 Camp Chloe presents Mia with a candle at the Year2019 Reception Students Our Year 6s have embarked on a much smaller 12 Farewell MassParent Meeting move … to Port Augusta for their aquaticsWednesday 7 November, experience and overnight camp. Mr Matt MeadMagdalen Centre, 5.30pm and Mrs Gayle Dunning have been instrumental in the planning of the camp, ensuring a mostRemembrance Day wonderful time will be had. Thank you to classPrayer Service teachers Mrs Pia Keain and Mr Bret SwenssonFriday 9 November and support staff Mr Todd Arbon and Mrs Jo Wilsdon for giving up their regular beds for dorm floors! I know the students really appreciate your presence, as do I.

Benedict CampusBecoming Better CollaboratorsYear 5 Green have working on becoming better collaborators- and what better place to startthan in Maths? Here students are trying to solve Pentominoes working in pairs.Brock and Mitchell Aliza and Alicia Jacob and TysonSophie and Violet William and Josh Olivia and AkailaFatima Centre Discovery Time Mekayla, Shae and Chloe building Reagan deciding what to buildCooper, Dane, Jordy and Patrick built an Lexi, Ella, Lilly and Amarlee playing in the Lucas making nature piesextraordinary tower nature garden

Bric-Xibit LEGO Exhibition From the Deputy Principal comfort of our everyday routine and venture outFriday 26 October, 5 - 8pm into adulthood”.Saturday 27 October and Old Scholars Reunion “To our families, you have been our biggestSunday 28 October, 9am - 3pm On Saturday afternoon, old scholars from supporters, especially during times of struggleGood Sam Hall 1978, 1988, 1998, and 2008 gathered in the and frustration. We acknowledge that we mayGold Coin Donation Bishop Gallagher Centre to reminisce and not have always been the easiest to be around, share stories of their time at St Mark’s. For especially during times of stress and challenges,SAPSASA Interschool many, it was a chance to reconnect with old however we have always been able to count onSports Day friends and teachers, whom they have not you to be a constant source of love and care.Thursday 1 November seen for quite some time. Old scholars took With your unconditional love, we have reached(Back up day 2 November) a trip down memory lane as we toured the this milestone that always seemed so far away, College and explored the new facilities. It was and you have shaped the men and women weYear 12 Exams Commence wonderful to see their reactions to our new are today. On behalf of our cohort, we thank youMonday 5 November, STEM Centre and Gym. The tour was a history endlessly for your encouragement and care, andGood luck Year 12s! lesson of what classes were where and how are so grateful for your endless love”. the College as evolved over the years. They Ellie Coombe, College CaptainYear 9 Camp were in awe of the place and our commitmentMonday 5 - to continuous improvement. Time was spent Summer is hereFriday 9 November pursuing the memorabilia from the archives As we begin to enter the summer months, I and most importantly sharing in a wine or two remind students that hats are a compulsoryRemembrance Day with friends from years ago. Greg Hay walked component of the school uniform during TermPrayer Service us through significant moments in history 4. Students not wearing a hat during PE, recessFriday 9 November unique to each era. Old scholars spoke, with or lunch will be required to sit inside or under fond memories, they shared of a good place shade. that has remained in their hearts. Laughter filled the room as stories of the good old days Salesian House were shared and the occasional untold story On Sunday our Boarding students and families was revealed. The afternoon was a wonderful along with St Mark’s teachers gathered for success and our Old Scholars commented that their End of Year Liturgy. It was a time to the Salesian spirit of welcome and hospitality is celebrate the wonderful year that has been, still very much alive. A fabulous time was had by and a time to say farewell to the Year 12’s. The all. My thanks go to the wonderful Admin team Year 12 Boarders led the Liturgy, they spoke who made it possible and the teaching staff for with meaning and with grace. They shared their presence and support. insights into their journey and time at Salesian House. Mrs Arbon spoke about each Year 12, it Farewell to the Class of 2018 is clear that she loves these children like they We gathered this week to say goodbye to the were her own, and I know they will miss her as class of 2018. Our farewell rituals continue to be much as she will miss them. Mr Hay also said a a feature of the College as students, teachers few words about those leaving Salesian House. and families gathered together to honour our As expected, Mr Hay spoke with passion and Year 12 students. Like many, I look forward to gratitude for each of the Year 12 Boarders. seeing the photos online. These are moments in The Salesian House Award was presented to time captured. They are a great symbol of our Patrick Connell for displaying the Salesian spirit and our community. Our Captains made Charism of reason, religion and kindness. their final address; they are accomplished Following the Liturgy, parents, Boarders and individuals who spoke with insight and teachers all joined in a shared supper. It was eloquence. They have been wonderful quite the feast. Thank you to all the parents ambassadors for the College. I have included that made the long journey into town, and for a few short excerpts from their speeches below: sharing in such an important celebration. “I would like to take a moment to acknowledge New Captains all of our amazing teachers, I unfortunately do On Tuesday Mr Hay announced Millie Tubb and not have the time to thank you all individually Jack Dickeson as the 2019 College Captains. but I would like to generally express my We offer our congratulations to Millie and Jack gratitude to you all, Year 12 is a tough year and as they assume this important leadership role. we would not have been able to accomplish what I would like to take this opportunity to thank we did without you”. our current College Captains Riley Hayes and “St Mark’s is a wonderful place with an excellent Elle Coombe for their leadership this year. They sense of community…” have been outstanding ambassadors for the Riley Hayes, College Captain College and have set a wonderful example for our two new captains. “Despite our varying experiences, we all have a deep appreciation for the values, morals and Marc Forster, qualities that have been instilled in us during our time here. Saying farewell is bitter sweet and Deputy Principal, Bosco Campus we go now with heavy hearts as we leave the

Bosco CampusSalesian House Farewell LiturgyOur Year 12s Georgia, Matt, Patrick, Bernie and Alice were farewelled Patrick was joined by Oliver and ReniThe Kelly family celebrated with Alice Michael, Dom and Katrina celebrated with Applicants sought for Bernie Rotary Youth ExchangeThe O’Dea family came to celebrate Matt completing his final year at Salesian House To have the opportunity to study abroad is a life-changing experience. Rotary youth Holly, Ayeisha, Aislyn and Ebony recently performed the National Anthem acapella at exchange provides this opportunity. the Port Pirie senior netball grand finals. If you are in Year 9, 10 or 11 an opportunity for a Rotary exchange in 2020 is possible. Places are likely to be available in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Norway, Japan, Taiwan and Brazil. The Rotary exchange program provides a unique opportunity for you to experience first hand the culture of a new country, to learn a new language and gain in your personal development. The many friendships that you make will be both lifelong and not just restricted to your host country. Students who participate learn skills that will stay with them for the rest of their lives. Once they have finished their education to seek employment, there is no doubt that employers will look favorably upon those who have travelled with such a program. Students are selected on application and after a personal interview. Applications close 30 April 2019. For further information contact: Peter Arnold [email protected] in the Bosco Chapel

Bosco CampusCreative Arts across the Year Levels The Bosco PrizeThe creative works of our students will be on display as partof the Bosco Prize Exhibition. Featuring works from Year 7 -12, the exhibition will be launched on Tuesday 13 November,7pm in the BGC. All welcome! The Bosco Prize exhibition showcases 2017 Senior Winner - Angel Allen (detail) the talents of Art and Design students 2017 Junior Winner - Taylor Blieschke at the College.The Year 9 Visual Arts students with their colourful pieces for the Indigenous Garden Exhibition Launch Tuesday November 13 (Week 5) @ 7.00pm Announcement of award winners followed by light refreshments. On display: Tuesday 13th November - Friday 16th November Where: Bishop Gallagher Centre, St Mark’s College.Year 7 practical aspects of cutting out their letters 2017 People’s Choice Award - Ardia MeadYear 7 Students have had the opportunity with cookie cutters and getting their handsto experience working with clay in Miss dirty in the wet clay. students applied their ideas onto skate decksWasley’s classes. Students learnt the pinch that will displayed in the Bosco exhibitionpot technique to create a small pot that hosts Year 9 launch on Tuesday 13 November at 7.00pm.scary looking monster features. The challenge Year 9 Visual Art students will definitely The sea creatures will eventually be on displaywas sticking these decorations together leave their mark on the Bosco Campus with in the Indigenous Garden adding a vibrancywithout them falling off! A selection of these these colourful sea creatures! Inspired by that the young women in Year 9 Art classworks will be displayed at the Bosco Exhbition aerial perspective and indigenous symbolism, encompasses.that launches Tuesday 13 November at 7.00pm. students began by listening to an Artist Talk from the Ken Sisters, courtesy of the South Year 10Year 8 Australian Art Gallery. The sisters work The Year 10 Design students have beenThe Year 8 students had a lot of fun creating collaboratively to create large and colourful experimenting this semester with fused glass.their ‘clay word’ for the Design component in Indigenous art works on permanent display in Students documented their progress throughVisual Arts. Students were introduced to the the gallery. As a class we spoke about our own the Design stages to develop colourful bowlsDesign process and given the task to plan a 3D collaborative efforts and made connections for the display window in the Arts Centre. Thedecoration for a specific client. The Year 8 Art between the story the Ken Sisters described bowls came from a variety of influences thatteachers challenged their students to draw and our own in Rite Journey classes. The students explored and experimented with totheir ‘clay word’ isometrically to demonstrate artwork on these creatures were sprayed and assist them in producing the final product.their acknowledgement of planning the painted on to create the dynamic artworks youdecoration and make annotations of glazes the see before you. Unfortunately there were not “I enjoyed researching and making a productstudents intend to use. Students enjoyed the enough creatures to go around so some of the using a medium that I have never used before. It was difficult to cut, but once I got the hang of it IThe Year 10 Visual Arts students with their beautiful glass bowls which will be displayed at the started helping others.” Fraser Hanlon.exhibition Fusing glass is a highly technical skill that requires each design work to be fired at temperatures above 600 degrees Celsius in the glass kiln. This took careful planning to ensure every student had the opportunity to create work that they are proud of presenting. These glass bowls will be on display during the Bosco Exhibition that will be launching in the Bishop Gallagher Centre at 7.00pm on Tuesday 13 November. All welcome. Amy Tilbrook, Visual Arts Teacher

Around the CollegeFarewell Year 12sKim shares a moment with Indiana Jack receives a candle from Xavier Alyssa presents a candle to JamesEmily presents a candle to Rachael Phoebe and Sarah share a hug Brielle shares a moment with AllysonErin shares a moment with Maya Max presents a candle to Patrick Fist-bumps, Eddie and BenOld Scholars ReunionThe BGC was buzzing Saturday night as we welcomed back Old Scholars from the anniversaryclasses of 1978, 1988, 1998 and 2008.Class of 1988 Class of 1998 Class of 2008Jim, Carmel, David and Peter Tim, Annie and Dale Our student helpers- Millie, Clem, Jazlyn, Crenie, Darcy, Tom and Ellie

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