Let us understand that God is a physician, and that suffering is a medicine for salvation, not a punishment for damnation.                                                                                         -- St Augustine

In the first week of November whilst teaching my Studies of Religion class as we were delving into the spirituality of the Indigenous Dreamtime stories, one of the young men in my class eager to participate raised his hand to contribute to the discussion. Rather than the insightful question I was expecting he asked, “Sir can we do Movember?”. This was followed by a raft of consent from his peers in the classroom. Since its humble beginnings in Melbourne Australia, Movember has grown to become a truly global movement, more than 1.1 Million ‘Mo Bros’ and ‘Mo Sistas’ participate, with formal campaigns in Australia, New Zealand, the US, Canada, the UK, Finland, the Netherlands, Spain, South Africa and Ireland. The College Leadership Team decided to support these young leaders; men’s health issues are real and it is almost a taboo topic especially amongst younger men. They are known to be more indifferent towards their health, especially when compared to the efforts of women, who proactively and publicly address their health issues in a way not traditionally seen with men. As a result, levels of awareness, understanding and funding for support of male health issues, like prostate cancer and depression in men, lag significantly behind women’s causes such as breast cancer. The reasons for the poor state of men’s health in Australia and around the world are numerous and complex and this is primarily due to a lack of awareness of the health issues men face. This can largely be attributed to the reluctance of men openly discussing the subject due to longstanding traditions, coupled with an ‘it’ll be alright’ attitude. Men are less likely to schedule doctors’ appointments when they feel ill or for an annual physical, thereby denying them the chance of early detection and effective treatment of common diseases.

The initiative of our boys to participate in this was rewarded with over $5000 in contributions and the endless hours of entertainment as they commented on the varying levels of ability when it came to growing facial hair.   

Parental engagement in the education process of students has positive benefits in their educational outcomes. It has been acknowledged that family, school and community each have a role to play in the process of educating children with research showing that parental involvement is associated with higher student achievement. Each term the College provides a series of meetings for parents to keep abreast of the education process at the College through the P&F Association.

The College encourages parents to support their son’s education through attending our structured meetings and also by keeping in touch through communication tools like SEQTA and the Tolle Lege. This support will not only keep you informed but have positive benefits for your son’s education.  

At the final P&F Association meeting of the year, I was able to discuss with the parents in attendance some preliminary findings from our Sport and Co-Curricular Review as well as the changes to the College’s Fees Schedule for 2019. The understanding and feedback from these meetings is a valuable touchstone that helps us determine the best pathways for communication. In the coming week, the Leadership Team and the College Board will write to families outlining some of these important findings.    

We continue to keep the McInnes family, Issac, Angus, Geraldine and Gary in our prayers.  

The St Augustine’s College Sports Raffle has one week to go. A total of 400 tickets are available for sale:

4 Tickets to watch the 2019 Ashes Test at Lords inclusive of flights and accommodation.

4 x return Premium Economy flights from Sydney to London 

4 nights' accommodation in a 4-Star hotel in London; twin share

Breakfast daily 

Return Heathrow airport transfers 

4 x Tickets for both Day 2 and Day 3 of the Lords Test match (15 and 16 August 2019)

Return transfers from hotel to Lords  Tickets are just $200 each (which is just $50 each for you and 3 friends)

To purchase tickets click here www.trybooking.com/YHXA  The winner will be drawn on 30 November 2018.

Rest in Peace

Your prayers are requested for:  

• The Carmody family following the recent passing of Brian Carmody, a faithful member of the Wednesday Community Mass at the College.
• The Karalus family following the recent passing of John Karalus, father of Adam Karalus (Class of 1985) and Jason Karalus (Class of 1987). 

May the Lord welcome Brian and John into his kingdom of peace.

Jonathan Byrne
Principal

Lachlan Bamford, Head Prefect

As we approach the end of the school term, life at the College has been increasingly busy for students with studies, HSC exams, sports and other activities.  On Tuesday 6 November, the College embraced the full lively spirt of the Melbourne Cup.   This occasion saw many bizarre and flash suits worn by the Year 11 boys who dressed up in their races outfits to celebrate the Melbourne Cup.   As lunch kicked off, the College oval was filled with an influx of boys eager to cheer on their colour House in the annual Saints Melbourne Cup race – Year 11 ‘horses’ ran two laps around the school oval carrying their Year 5 ‘jockeys’.  In a tight, grueling race, Crane House took out first place in style. Overall the day was a great experience for all students and the Year 10 boys definitely have a day to look forward to next year!

The following Friday, the College community took part in the annual Remembrance Day service at 11am.  With this year being the 100th anniversary of the Armistice which ended the First World War, insightful poems and a heartfelt speech sharing his family story by Connor Rothpletz-Smith set the tone to a memorable service, as we remembered those Australians who died as a result of the war and have allowed us to live a life full of freedom and education.   

With the term coming to a close, there are many cheerful faces due to the coming summer holiday, and as a result, the resumption of playground noise due to the end of the HSC examinations. The boys are working very hard on their studies to complete their last exams for the year.  It is imperative students remain on task and focused, and I encourage all boys to maintain their efforts and complete the rest of the term to the best of their ability.  

Lachlan Bamford
Head Prefect

Students at Stella Maris College and St Augustine’s College support White Ribbon  

Over the next 12 months, the student leadership teams from Stella Maris and St Augustine’s will join forces to implement several initiatives across both campuses. The first being their collective stand on mutual respect and putting a stop to violence against women. Stella Maris College Captain Sophia Van Rooyen and Vice Captains Erin Fisher and Jade Fleming attended our Tuesday morning assembly to impress on the boys their capacity to make change and that their actions can make a difference. Goold House Captain Daniel Cooper also spoke about the issue and asked St Augustine’s students and staff to make the White Ribbon Pledge together, stating: “I will stand up, speak out and act to prevent men’s violence against women.”

Next generation, helping put a stop to violence: Erin Fisher, Joe Dunne, Sophia Van Rooyen, Ben Copping, Jade Fleming and Dan Cooper

In the afternoon, our student leaders, College Captain Ben Copping, Vice-Captain Joseph Dunne and Daniel Cooper attended the Stella Maris assembly to address the students. Our boys echoed the White Ribbon message that no person should ever be subjected to any sort of violence. They spoke of their strong belief in educating boys about the issue of domestic violence and being positive male role models to the younger community. The boys vowed to challenge and change disrespectful cultures and attitudes, hoping to become the generation that helps put a stop to violence against women.

Respectful relationships: St Augustine’s College student leaders at the Stella Maris College assembly

End of Term Events  

Dates/events to be aware of are listed below.

Movember  

A number of our Year 12 students and staff are raising money for men’s health issues such as depression and prostate and testicular cancer. The target set by the Student Leadership Team was $2,500, yet the current fundraising efforts have already exceeded $4,400. With 10 days remaining the team are hoping to double their target and reach $5,000.  

https://au.movember.com/team/2326145?mc=14  

Daniel Fee
Acting Deputy Principal - Students

Excursion to the Movies

This term the Primary School students have been studying children’s literature which has then been made into a movie. The Year 6 classes have been exploring the ‘Mystery’ theme while Year 5 have been studying famous children’s books. As part of these units of work, the boys have been writing scripts based on a theme and will then present these scripts as a short film to a small audience. The boys will be required to film their script and edit their footage using software such as Premier Pro or Movie Maker.

To further develop this concept, the Primary School has been fortunate enough to organise a private showing of ‘Goosebumps 2–Haunted Halloween’ at Hoyts Warringah Mall next Monday 26 November. The boys will leave the College at 10.00 am and return in time for lunch. Notes have already been sent home with the appropriate details. It is worth mentioning that we will be walking to the Mall, so I remind all boys about expectations regarding their behaviour when representing the College in the public domain.

10 Habits for Happiness

As part of the Primary School Positive Education program, we have been learning about the 10 Habits for Happiness. Over the remaining two weeks of the term, I will include some of these habits to help when times are tough.

Habit 1 – Feel optimistic and positive and expect that good things will happen.

Habit 2 – Have confidence, give things a go and don’t worry about making mistakes and what people think about you.

Habit 3 – Stay connected; find time to be with friends in real life (not online) to talk and laugh together.

Habit 4 – Use your imagination. That means finding time to be creative and think of new ideas or new ways of doing things or creating things. This could be art, science, music or it could be inventing a new game or a new fashion or a new website!

Habit 5 – Self-discipline. That means giving yourself rules and not breaking them, even when no-one is watching. Make a rule to do all your homework before you watch a movie at night. Or make a rule that bullying is not okay. This habit can be hard but it's very important.

Habit 6 – Academic achievement. Even though you don't always get the top grade in class, always try to do your personal best and then try to do even better next time! Put in lots of effort to listen, watch, understand, ask questions and remember what you need to learn. It will make you happier to know that putting in your top effort and really challenging yourself and trying hard, stops you feeling lazy.

Stay tuned for the remaining 4 Habits for Happiness in next week’s Tolle Lege.

30 Hours of Community Service

Congratulations to Sam Hildebrandt for his commitment to the SEA Program, achieving 30 hours of voluntary service this year. Well done Sam!

Awards

Dates to Remember

Primary excursion to the Movies – Monday 26 November, 10:00am – 1pm.  Boys are permitted to wear their College sports uniform on this day.

Read Aloud with Grandparents Morning – Tuesday 27 November, 8.

8:45 – 9:45am in the Good Counsel Primary School.

Primary School Picnic Day – Friday 30 November at Clontarf.

Primary Celebration of Excellence – 5 December, 9:00am in the Brimson hall.  

Thought for the week . . .

‘Let us pray that God will raise us beyond what our eyes can see.’  (St Luke)

Terry Walsh
Head of Primary School

Middle School Merit Awards

Acknowledging the many outstanding achievements of our students is an important part of their growth and character formation. A ‘Merit’ is issued to Year 5 to 9 students by staff for excellent attitude, effort or behaviour. When a student accumulates four Merits, he receives a Bronze Certificate, after three Bronze he is awarded a Silver Certificate and finally two Silver lead to a Gold Certificate.  

Congratulations to the following Middle School students who received Merit Certificates from their Student Formation Leaders this week.  

YEAR 7  

Gold Awards – Aidan Foldes, Harrison Hogan, Sam Harrington.  

Silver Awards - Albert Ingleton, Dominic Femia, Finlay Kerswell, Hugh Waddington, Jake Fulton, James Toohey, Joel Varasdi, Joel Whitfield, Josh Telfer, Jules Marie, Julian Richardson, Lachlan Howell, Lachlan Miles, Luke Berry, Miles Ryberg Neale, Mitchell Gerrie, Nick Clancy, Oliver Fisk, Oscar St Pierre, Patrick Trevaskis, River Lankow, Thomas Magee, Thomas Procter, Thomas Proctor, Tom Brinkley, Vincent Parisi, Will Andrews, Will Coates.  

Bronze Awards - Aidan Foldes, Charlie Last, Harrison Hogan, Jules Marie, Julian Richardson, Lachlan Miles, Liam Kilpatrick, Miles Ryberg Neale, Nicholas Burgman, Noah Orman, Oliver Fisk, Oliver Robinson, Rocco Vumbaca, Thomas Procter, William Andrews, William Coates.  

YEAR 8

Gold Award - Rick Andrews.  

Silver Awards - Cole Van-de-Water, Daniel Drosinos, Travis Hamann.  

Bronze Awards - Alexander Cotsios, Archie O'Donnell, Brandon Smith, Charlie Adams, Ethan Holst, Jack Dickinson, Jack Miegel, Jared Cupp, Jarryd Haines, Jimmy Brown, Joseph Gay, Liam Toole, Luke Banbury, Luke Bolton, Nicolaas van der Reyden, Orlando Encina, Oscar Hugill, Sebastian Meacham, Thomas Collingridge, Thomas Webster, Tristan McDonnell, William Barry.  

YEAR 9

Silver Awards - Barney Wakes-Miller  

Bronze Awards - Aidan Rodgers, Barney Wakes-Miller, Christian Agostino, Cooper Johnson, Davide Percopo, Dylan Kagho, George Barrett, Jed Walsh, Kai Beeby, Kyle Brown, Lachlan Cameron, Matthew Grimes, Rory Carter, Samuel Eden, Sebastian Holmes, Sebastian Jones, Thomas Cazalet, Thomas O'Leary, Thomas Stapleton, Tom Copping.

Attollo Awards

Parent Invitation - Plenary Council 2020

Once again we would like to extend an invitation to the College community to participate in the Plenary Council 2020.  

The Australian Catholic Bishops have called a Plenary council in 2020 to consider the future of the Catholic Church in our country. What is a Plenary council? It is basically a gathering of local churches and church communities to discuss a contemporary topic of importance – in our case - the future of the Catholic Church in Australia.  

Every single Catholic community; church, school, religious group, volunteer groups, parents, students, are invited to be involved and to share their thoughts on this topic. As an Augustinian College, we are getting involved by holding a variety of listening sessions where we can consider, reflect and dialogue on the future of the church in Australia.  

We invite the parents of our College to have a voice in this important discussion as we focus on the key question;  

What do you think God is asking of us in Australia at this time?   

If you would like to be a part of this significant process, and can spare one hour of your time, please reply to Simon Hyland – Leader of Liturgy and Retreats, Hyland.s@saintaug.nsw.edu.au.  We will arrange a suitable day and time to hold the listening session.

Term 4 Community Mass Schedule

Wednesday, 28 November - Tutor Groups 9REV1 and 9REV2
Wednesday, 5 December - General Community Mass, all staff, parents and friends invited  

Significant Dates

Simon Hyland
Leader of Liturgy and Retreats

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Hampers - Love and then do what you will

We thank all families who have already donated so generously to the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Hamper Appeal.  A reminder the final date for donations is next Wednesday, 28 November.

Matthew Talbot Hostel Visits – Term 4 Schedule  

Craig Jeffery
Leader of Caritas
Acting Leader of SEA – Service Education Awareness

The Peer Support Program will be in operation again next year. It provides students with a supportive, fun and engaging environment where young people can develop understanding, skills, attitudes and strategies to improve their mental, social and emotional wellbeing. The module students will participate in has an anti-bullying focus entitled: Strengthening Our Connections. It is designed to equip young people with the skills to deal proactively with life experiences.  

Year 7 students will meet in small groups every week for eight weeks. Sessions will run for 40 minutes and during this time students will work through activities from the module. Briefing and debriefing sessions, led by teachers, take place before and after each session. Trained Year 10 Peer Leaders, supervised by a teacher, facilitate the sessions. Training of these volunteers continued this week.  

The Peer Support Strengthening our Connections Module aims to encourage positive behaviours in students, such as gratitude, respect and kindness. This module offers an approach to reduce and respond effectively to negative behaviours, including bullying, both face to face and online by:

• encouraging students to discuss behaviours that make themselves and others feel good and help everyone reach their potential

• helping students navigate the challenges that can and do arise in relationships

• identifying and responding appropriately to a range of harmful or hurtful behaviours.    

This month on SchoolTV - Mindfulness  

Over the last decade, mindfulness has been slowly rising in popularity with many individuals practising it on a regular basis. Evidence based research has found that there are many benefits to mindfulness which has prompted schools across the nation to implement this practice into their daily routines.  

Mindfulness can be described as attention training for your brain, enabling you to focus on something without judgement and to stimulate curiosity. Mindfulness can be practised in a number of ways and is something that can be done by everyone - no matter what your age! It has been practised by many cultures around the world, but it is not exclusively affiliated to any particular philosophy or religion.  

Mindfulness helps improve memory, engagement and performance. Its positive effect on the brain can improve immunity, mental wellbeing, learning ability, emotional health and even, time management. It is especially important in this era of information overload as our attention is constantly being pulled in many directions making us more distracted.  

In this edition of SchoolTV, parents can learn the best way to introduce mindfulness to their children, implementing it into their daily lives to have an overall positive impact on family relationships. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition and we always welcome your feedback.  

If you have any concerns about your son, please contact his Formation Leader for further information.  

For further details please select the following link to this month’s edition on SchoolTV – Mindfulness.

Ilona Welch
Acting Leader of Student Wellbeing

Year 9 and 10 Visual Arts and Photographic & Digital Media Mini Exhibition

To celebrate the end of a great two years together with our Year 10 Visual Arts and PDM students, the Visual Arts Department had a mini exhibition of our most recent units of work along with a pizza lunch. The event was well-supported by staff and students and we thank everyone for coming along to see the artworks made by the boys.

Exhibition

Year 9 Visual Arts

Year 9 Photographic & Digital Media

Year 10 Visual Arts

Year 10 Photographic & Digital Media

TOLENTINE PRIMARY CONCERT

On November 29 we are putting on our last concert for the year. The “Tolentiny” Concert is a chance for our youngest musicians to perform for their family and friends.  All are welcome to attend this free event.  

WHERE: Good Counsel
WHEN: 4:30PM, November 29
WHO: Stage Band 2, Concert Band 2, College Choir, Junior Jazz Ensemble.  

MUSIC REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

MUSIC REHEARSAL EXPECTATIONS

We just wanted to clarify our expectations on rehearsals:

• The time listed on the rehearsal schedule is the start time (bands take at least five minutes to set up before rehearsal to put out chairs, stands, music, and to get their instruments out).  Please arrive at least five minutes before the published start time (listed below for your convenience).
• Rehearsals run every day unless communicated otherwise.  This includes first days of term, college event days (carnivals, liturgies, special breakfasts).   If your son has the Wednesday morning mass, he should attend rehearsal until 8am.
• If for any reason, your son is unable to attend, a courtesy email to the conductor or Joseph Montz is appreciated. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

November 29                                  Primary “Tolentiny” Concert
February 4 (’19)                              All Music rehearsals commence
March 1 (’19)                                    Open Day

CLASSROOM MUSIC NEWS  

Year 5 Instrumental Immersion Program 2018 – Invitation to Open Rehearsal  

In line with the College’s strategic improvement intention of delivering a rich and varied curriculum, a curricular instrumental music program was implemented this year. The Year 5 Instrumental Immersion Program has been a vital next step in the provision of a comprehensive music education for our students, one commensurate with best practice displayed in Australia’s premier schools and indeed of those throughout the world.  

Throughout the year, students have experienced and learnt to play woodwind, brass and string instruments. The instrumental immersion lessons have co-existed with the current singing, music appreciation and composition lessons. Weekly instrumental lessons have been divided into small group tuition sessions followed by an ensemble experience.  

To demonstrate how the program works and progress made this term, all members of the College Community are invited to the Year 5 Instrumental Immersion Program, Open Rehearsal Presentation. This will be held from 12.00 to 12.30pm on Wednesday 28 November in the Lecceto Auditorium.  

Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program 2019  

After the success of the Year 5 Instrumental Immersion Program, the College is delighted to announce the continuation of the program into Year 6, 2019. Throughout this year students have been introduced to instruments of the woodwind, brass and string families. Aside from the many benefits associated with an instrumental music education, students have developed an understanding and appreciation of those instruments and are now in a position to make an informed choice as to what instrument they would like to study for the duration of 2019 and hopefully into their secondary schooling.  

About the Program
In the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program students will have one 60-minute lesson per week on their chosen instrument. The lesson will be divided into a group tutorial session and a large ensemble session; they being advanced concert band, beginner concert band and string ensemble. Strings will only be offered on the proviso that there is enough student interest. Students already learning a concert band instrument will be eligible for advanced concert band, as will beginner students who show a strong work ethic, aptitude and ability on their chosen instrument.  

There will be 12 teaching and instrumental specialists working on the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program. It is anticipated that students who already take private tuition on a particular instrument will continue to learn it as part of the program. The instruments offered for study in Year 6 are flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, orchestral percussion, violin, cello and double bass. To keep the program as affordable as possible for families, tuition and instrument purchase costs will be heavily subsidized by the College.  

Choosing an Instrument to Study
Last Wednesday 14 November, Year 5 student took part in the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryouts. Instrumental specialists demonstrated the instruments being offered for study and students then had the opportunity to play each one. To help students with their decision making, further information about the various instruments was given in general classroom music lessons. After the ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryout day, parents were emailed a link to the Year 6 Instrumental Program instrument choice form. The form was designed to find out students’ preference and suitability for their choice of instrument. It contained questions relating to learning style, personality and physical development which was used to inform teachers in helping to guide students appropriately.

 
Progression in Year 6 and Music Opportunities
The knowledge and skills students have gained during instrumental lessons in Year 5 has provided them with an invaluable foundation upon which to build on next year. With dedicated and consistent effort on one instrument and under the guidance of specialist instructors, it is anticipated that students will progress quickly in the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program. Learning opportunities of course extend beyond the classroom and all students are invited to get involved with the Cocurricular Music Program, where they can extend themselves in Concert Band 2, Stage Band 2 and then Junior Jazz Ensemble.

Alan Caulfield
Faculty Co-ordinator Music

Weekly Careers News updates are now available via the College ATLAS page.

Information related to university, TAFE, private colleges, cadetships, scholarships, gap years and employment opportunities are included.

Enquiries: pmcalinden@saintaug.nsw.edu.au

Dear Parents,  

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome our new and returning families to St Augustine’s College.  

We offer appointments for full uniform fittings for you to book to suit your availability.  If you have two new students please book two appointments.  If you have new and current students you can purchase top up uniform in the one appointment.  Winter uniform will also be available to you.   

Please find below the links to TryBooking.  

During the Term the Uniform Shop hours are Monday 8:00am-12:00pm (Term 1 only) Wednesday 8:00am–4:00pm (lunch break 12:15pm-1:00pm) and Fridays 8:00am–12:00pm you are most welcome to purchase your uniform on these days.

**Student Diaries - Students (currently) in Year 10 and 11 have the option to purchase their 2019 Student Diaries via the online SaintsCard system. Deadline for orders is the last day of school - Wednesday December 5.  Student Diaries for students in Years 5-10 (2019) are compulsory and will be distributed on the first day of school Term 1 next year.  More details in this newsletter.

Please note due to the volunteers luncheon on Wednesday 28th November the Uniform Shop will be closing at 12 noon.

Sorry for any inconvenience.

After Term 4 concludes within each appointment day there is an allocated drop in session between 12:00pm and 2:00pm where no appointments are made.  This is too allow for top up purchases for existing College families, and other small purchases including exchanges.  

If you need to change the date and time of your booking please cancel your initial booking on TryBooking and then re-book.  

My team of volunteers and I look forward to meeting you and your son/s.  

Kind Regards,
Adele Campbell
Uniform Shop Manager    

Monday 3 December 2018                         https://www.trybooking.com/424167
Tuesday 4 December 2018                         https://www.trybooking.com/424214
Wednesday 5 December 2018                  https://www.trybooking.com/427037
Thursday 6 December 2018                       https://www.trybooking.com/427043
Saturday 8 December 2018                       https://www.trybooking.com/427049  

Monday 10 December 2018                      https://www.trybooking.com/427051
Tuesday 11 December 2018                      https://www.trybooking.com/427052
Wednesday 12 December 2018                https://www.trybooking.com/427056
Thursday 13 December 2018                     https://www.trybooking.com/427060  

Monday 21 January 2019                           https://www.trybooking.com/427065
Tuesday 22 January 2019                           https://www.trybooking.com/427066
Wednesday 23 January 2019                     https://www.trybooking.com/427078
Thursday 24 January 2019                         https://www.trybooking.com/427089
Friday 25 January 2019                               https://www.trybooking.com/427093

The College online ordering system is now available for parents to re-order uniform items for their son, excluding College blazers.

Utilising the SaintsCard system the same way as for ordering Canteen items, please click on the SaintsCard link to make your orders.  Alternatively access the SaintsCard icon via our Saintsonline portal.

Items ordered and paid for by 9:00am will be available for collection from the Uniform Shop after 10:00am from the day of ordering and in conjunction with the Uniform Shop open hours.  

We look forward to receiving your orders.  

Adele Campbell and the Uniform Shop Team
T: 9938 8236 M: acampbell@saintaug.nsw.edu.au
Order Online: SaintsCard Uniform Shop

Congratulations to the following students who were elected as the 2019 Captains of their respective activities and were presented with their badges at this weeks assembly.

Debating - Montgomery Ravenscroft

• This student has been a dedicated member of the College Debating team since he joined the College in Year 5.
• He is known for his wit, intelligence and critical thinking skills, which are essential characteristics for a debater.
• I look forward to seeing the debating program thrive under this student’s leadership.

Drama - Matthew Lewis

• This student has always been a keen Drama student.
• He has applied himself with diligence to both the academic and co-curricular programs.
• Most recently, he gave incredible support to the Middle School production of ‘One Man Two Guvnors’.
• He helped with stage direction, set construction and production support. In his own right, he is a very capable performer who has held lead roles in major productions including ‘Beauty & The Beast’ and Shakespeare’s ‘As You Like It’ and a supporting role in ‘In The Heights’. Matthew is also a dedicated servant to ‘Theatresports’.
• This year he was a member of the School’s representative senior Theatresports team and in past years, he has helped coach and mentor junior groups. 
•  He is a wonderful leader of Drama.    

Music -  Joel Van Duyl  

• This student has grown as a musician during his time at the College. 
• Originally a trumpet player, he has increasingly put more focus on his piano playing. 
• He currently plays piano in the Stage band and Jazz Ensembles, whilst continuing to play trumpet as a mentor in Concert Band 2. 
• A passionate proponent for all areas of music, he has demonstrated a theoretical aptitude for the subject, topping elective music every year.          

Montgomery Ravenscroft (Debating ), Matthew Lewis (Drama) and Joel Van Duyl (Music)

Round four Vs St Pius X College - Saturday 17th November 2018 

On Saturday our ISA teams came up against St Pius X College. St Pius X hosted our A teams at Oxford Falls, while we hosted the B teams at our home ground NBISC.

U13A were in for a tough one this week. The game was close from the beginning with both teams going bucket for bucket in the early stages. After a close first half Saints took a one-point lead at the break. Saints came out firing in the second half with stellar team basketball, getting out ahead and building on their lead. Strong defence enabled Saints to maintain their lead. St Pius made late push, but Saints held their nerve and took the game, Final score 43-40.

U13B started the game very focus and highly motivated. We took control of the game straight away with our full court press, which gave us the opportunity to score easy baskets. The boys executed perfectly in defence allowing only 4 baskets in the first half to St Pius Team. Our "bigs" controlled the boards and the transition game worked almost to perfection. Once again, the bench was great coming in with great enthusiasm and energy and made a huge contribution to final score. Overall, another great performance, in a game where we had brilliant moments with good plays and better execution. Final score 60-18.

U13C A terrific day to be a coach. The boys displayed what it meant to respect the ability of another team by continuing to attack them always wanting more. This display was something to be marvelled; the hunger to score and defend at a high level never wavered. This is amazing as it showed that our boys respected the fact that Pat’s had good players and could have got back in the game if they had have lost concentration. This is the biggest improvement that we have had as a team as it allows us to run sets and regain our composure. A dominant second half defensive display allowing them to only score 5 points allowed us to put the game out of reach with about 9 minutes to go. Great display from all players involved looking forward to keeping the momentum going. Final score Saints 35 vs Pat’s 13.

U14A came slow out of the gates against a tough St Pius team, Jordan Hiscox and Ollie Cummins led on the defensive side through talk and energy to keep us in the game. Archie Richards scored at will to keep saints in the game with Macro Severino taking their star player out of the game. Some lights out shooting from St Pius pushed them just out of reach of the boys as we went down Final score 43-47.

U14B, Boys got off to a great start playing fantastic defence and playing selfless offence. Despite the mid game scuffle, the boys played an energetic game. Final score Saints 37- Pius 21.

U15A’s the boys had the first real test of the season on the weekend against St Pius. The game was very physical and low scoring, but the boys pulled together defensively in the second half and grinded out a gutsy win. standout for the game was Dan Morley who provided some much-needed scoring and leadership in the first close game of the season, Final score 35-31.

U15B Another great start for Saints as intense defensive pressure forced a lot of turnovers from the opposition. The whole team were dominant on the offensive boards and an impressive 25-point game from Nathan Hale highlighted the 48-17 win.

U17A had a great win against St. Pius this weekend, defeating them 30-22. Team captain, Joe Purvis, top scored this week with 14 points. Great effort by the entire team to stay focused all game and fight off Pius’ efforts to make a comeback.

U17B had a tough fought win over Pius X 28-21 due to some clutch shots made by Charlie. The Saints boys defence was great throughout the game and caused some issues for Pius. Excellent play by Saints for a good win.

The College First’s started very focused. With the return of Clancy Bird to the stating group Saints built a narrow quarter time lead 10-8. Team defence was steady as Saints went into the main break up 33-27. All players contributing offensively but team defence was solid holding Pius to just five points in the third to go ahead 45-32 at the last break and go on for a good team win 59-45. St Pius always hard to beat on their home court. Zack Kimball had a great captains match.

2^nd V A short- handed Saints team got off to a slow start but was able to take the lead by half time in a low scoring first half. Following the halftime break, Saint Pius were able to get off to a hot start utilising their deep bench to capitalise on growing Saints player fatigue to develop a lead. The tandem of Josh Lye and Tex Fletcher, created many opportunities in the post and saints were able to bring the game back to a couple possessions. Despite the loss, it was a very well-structured performance from the Saint Augustine boys; we will get them next time. Saint Pius 31 - Saint Aug 27.

IPSHA

Year 5 Once again another strong performance by the Year 5 boys to come away with a 52:15 win against Coogee Prep. Coogee were a little under strength, however, they never gave up and took the game to the boys. Staying strong in the paint and driving to the basketball were key to getting an early lead. Our old nemesis, the reaching foul, led to a lopsided foul count, but with so many strong players on the roster, it did little slow the scoring down. Smart use of screens and some cheeky steals led to easy baskets in offense. Being another of our trade mark fast paced games fatigue became a factor, so regular substations were utilised. Well done boys.

The Year 6 returned to the friendly surrounds of the NBISC after successive road games in previous weeks. Facing a short-handed Coogee prep team, Saints would dominate for the entire game going into the half leading 24-10. Not settling for a small lead, Saints would increase the defensive pressure in the 2nd half, led by Tyler Hartmann who lead the team with 5 steals. Kodie Janik facilitated unselfish play with 6 assists and all 9 Saints players would score multiple baskets, including Niki Kania and Luke Murray each with 6 points highlighting the depth of the roster. Final score 63-18.

This Week... 

IPSHA Basketball Round 5 Vs Sydney Grammar- St Ives
Game times for Saturday 24^th November 2018:
Address: 11 Ayers Road St Ives

Round 5- Saturday 24^th November 2018
AWAY VS Oakhill College
Address: Oakhill College: 423-513 Old Northern Rd Castle Hill
U13 C @ NBISC: Jackson’s Road, Warriewood

Good luck to all teams.  

Emma Donnellan
TIC ISA Basketball

Congratulations to three Primary students who will be awarded the honour of OUTSTANDING SPORTS ACHIEVEMENT AWARD for the Diocese of Broken Bay.  

Max Clarke Moar  for representing Polding in both Rugby League and Rugby Union  

Cooper McClennan for representing Polding in both Swimming and AFL  

Joe Walsh for representing the NSW State in Rugby Union, Rugby League and Touch Football.  

A fantastic achievement boys, the school is proud of you.  

Garry Simmons
Middle School Sports Co Ordinator  

2018 Independent Schools Championships, 18th November

Sunday was a record day for College Rowing Program. Our crews won gold in 8 out of the 9 events we entered. Our crews collected gold medals in the prestigious Schoolboy VIII, Schoolboy IV, Year 10 VIII. The younger crews in Year 9 also won both their Finals.  

A surprisingly cool morning greeted early arrivals at Penrith’s International Regatta Centre for the 2018 Independent Schools Championships.  

The first race to feature a Saints boat was heat 1 of the Year 10 Coxed Quad Scull, crewed by Fred Warburton, Oliver Thomas, Fyn Laughton, Tom Gerrans and coxed by Tom Pfafflin. They led from start to finish of the 2000m course, winning very comfortably and progressing into the final, which they also won. That victory set the tone for a highly successful regatta for Saint Augustine’s.  

In the first heat of the Year 8 Coxed Quad Scull, Jacob Hickey, Austin Trevenar, Sean Crowe, Oscar St Pierre and cox Lachlan King finished fifth over the 1000m course. In the second heat, Tom Magee, Doogal McKenzie, Cody Murphy, Archie Pfafflin and cox Oliver Robinson were third at the halfway point, but despite pushing hard couldn’t quite overhaul their opponents. Nevertheless, although both boats made it through to the A final, neither was able to score a medal, finishing seventh and eighth. These young rowers will have learnt much from the experience.  

Next up was the First Four, a challenging boat class to race. Oscar Davis, Mungo Murphy, Patrick Burke, Jeremy Gategood and cox Ben Edwards led by 2 seconds at the halfway point, the Saints four pulled away strongly over the second 1000m to take the gold medal by 4 seconds.  

Three St Augustine’s boats were represented in the four heats of the Year 9 coxed quad scull, with the fastest nine to proceed to the A final. The Firsts (Jack Nugent, Oliver St Pierre, Ben Di Staso, Beau Nicholas and cox Ben Edwards) won their heat handsomely, as did the Seconds (Jackson Lind, Nicolaas Van Der Reyden, Tom Pfafflin, Joshua Wilson and cox Archie Pfafflin). By the time the Thirds (Brandon Smith, Joe Lynch, Liam Kilpatrick, Alex Bohm and cox Lachlan King) blitzed their smaller field to win by 13 seconds, Saints’ domination of the event seemed assured.  

After the places had been settled, the First and Second Saints boats had both made it through to the A final. The Firsts took the gold, leading from start to finish, while the Seconds had to settle for sixth.  

In the B final, the Thirds emerged triumphant from one of the few close races to feature a Saints boat.  

The straight final of the Year 10 Eight pitted Jack Nugent, Oliver Thomas, Fred Warburton, Oliver St Pierre, Ben Di Staso, Beau Nicholas, Fynn Laughton, Tom Gerrans and cox Ben Edwards against just two other boats, neither of which was able to provide the slightest challenge as the Saints crew dominated from start to finish and took out the gold medal.  

In single sculls, Beau Nicholas and Oliver St Pierre duelled their way down the 1000m of the Year 9 Division 1 race, Nicholas holding on to win by 3 seconds; while in the longer Year 11 event Nik Pender took gold just 2 seconds ahead of his teammate Patrick Burke.  

In the Schoolboy Single Scull, Captain of the Boats Torben Ungemach led at each split, and won the gold medal by three seconds from his nearest rival.  

The final event was the Schoolboy Eight, crewed by Oscar Davis, Mungo Murphy, Fynn Laughton, Jeremy Gategood, Patrick Burke, Tom Gerrans, Torben Ungemach, Nikolas Pender and coxed byTom Pfafflin. Saints finished the day as they had started (and as they had performed in most of their races in between), leading at every split and continuing to pull away to win by 14 seconds.  

Almost as gratifying as the great results – the school’s best ever at this regatta – was the fact that at the end of a very long day (which for some involved getting to Penrith for 6am), the boys were still hard at work unloading the boats back at the Mosman sheds past 7pm. For instilling that ethos of hard work, discipline and teamwork – as well as for developing a rowing program that goes from strength to strength – enormous credit must go to coaches Judith and Matt Ungemach.

  John Warburton

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The Student Representative Council will be hosting a movie night fundraiser on Friday 30^th at 4:00pm in the Auditorium to celebrate the end of the school year. The movie being shown is: Home Alone.  

In the Augustinian spirit of Community, we invite all boys to join us on the final Friday of Term to share in this film. Entry is by gold coin donation and all proceeds will be given to charity. Popcorn and drinks will be available for purchase.  

We hope to see many boys there to share in communitas with us.  

SRC, 2018

Thank you to all of our community for their many College Slogan Competition submissions.

We have had nearly 700 submissions from our students, parents and staff.

We hope to announce a winner in the next few weeks.  

Lianne Williams
Marketing Manager

The Saints Community Golf Day and Lunch was another great success with 30 golf teams and 120 players enjoying a perfect day at Cromer Golf Club. The Foundation is delighted to announce that $27,425 was raised during the Saints Golf Day and Lunch.

The College Foundation sincerely thanks the many parents, Old Boys and friends of the College who generously supported the Saints Community Golf Day and Lunch through sponsorship, donation of prizes and playing.

For all St Augustine’s College Foundation enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact:  

Canteen Volunteer's Roster Term 4, Week 7, 2018

Please be advised that the Canteen will be closed for business at lunchtime on Wednesday 28^th November due to the Canteen and Uniform Shop Volunteers lunch. However we will be open for breakfast and recess and there will be a fundraising BBQ on offer at Lunchtime for the boys, $5 for a sausage sandwich, drink and a zooper dooper.

Penny Mason
Food Services Manager
T: 9126 9902 | M: 0438 415 467 | E: pmason@saintaug.nsw.edu.au

Pink Breakfast Photo Booth -  we are happy to announce that the gorgeous photos from the Pink Breakfast Photo Booth have been delivered to the College and should have been distributed to the students by now.  If you haven’t seen the photo, please check the bottom of your son’s bag and if you have no success, contact Gabrielle McKinnon 0407 415 738.   We apologise for the delay which was due to  a major cyber-glitch.  

Pink Breakfast Team