NAPLAN – A change for the better

The NSW Education Minister has scrapped the state's most controversial education policy and will no longer force Year 9 students to score three Band 8’s in NAPLAN to qualify for the HSC. The NSW Teachers Federation and the NSW Education Standards Authority supported a minimum standard, but always opposed the standard being linked to NAPLAN results.

The change, which parents, Principals and Teachers demanded, will mean that NAPLAN results for Year 9 will not be linked to a student being awarded their HSC.

Last year was the first time the policy was in place and almost 70 per cent of all Year 9 students did not meet the requirements. Whilst NSW had a lift in Year 9 NAPLAN results in 2017, many warned the improvements were a result of schools preparing their students directly for the test.

Under the changes, HSC students will still need to meet a minimum standard through online tests in reading, writing and numeracy. The introduction of a minimum standard was a reform that has widespread support, ensuring all students who receive the HSC have the literacy and numeracy skills needed to succeed in life after school.

Unfortunately, linking NAPLAN tests to the HSC placed unnecessary pressure on Year 9 students. NAPLAN should be a simple check-up, not a significant cause of anxiety in a ‘High Stakes’ test, and should be seen as an educational tool used to assess educational progress. Tests will now be taken in Years 10, 11 or 12, in a process similar to that of obtaining a NSW learner driver's licence. These tests are available for students to take, when the school deem students are ready. Pleasingly, the NSW government’s decision has removed a complicating aspect of NAPLAN that was causing concern about its purpose, and has protected the value of the HSC.

Unfortunately, the change does not affect current Year 10 students who will still need to meet the Band 8 standard if they did not meet it in NAPLAN 2017.

John Laforest
Deputy Principal - Academic

Celebrating the achievements of our Middle School students  

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 recently received Merit Certificates from their Student Formation Leaders.

Award Winners

‘My School’ website

The recent release and publication of results from NAPLAN on the ‘My School’ website, raises many interesting points. Firstly, the ‘My School’ website ranks schools according to several measures, most notably performance in NAPLAN testing in Numeracy and Literacy. The data provided to schools is extremely valuable as it indicates specific areas of strength and more importantly, areas requiring revision and consolidation. Secondly, as parents and educators we need to be mindful that the curriculum should also allow opportunities for success and expression in the Creative and Practical Arts. A wholistic education caters for the social, emotional, physical, spiritual, creative and academic domains as well as allowing for opportunities to work co-operatively, solve real life problems and to act with a moral and ethical conscience. While I agree the ‘basics’ are essential and necessary in the school context, the world is a much richer and exciting place having dancers, musicians, artists, poets, designers and philosophers contribute their unique talents, mindsets and skills.  

Points of Difference

At the recent College Open Day, I had many opportunities to speak with prospective parents about what we offer and how we differ from other schools. Being a Catholic School in an Augustinian tradition, teaching the values of Truth, Love and Community is of course at the centre of all we do. By the time the boys complete their schooling, we hope they graduate as young men of humility, integrity and with a strong sense of community and service. What was most pleasing when speaking to many new parents was the sense of welcome and pride displayed by the boys who volunteered their services for the afternoon. Wellbeing in any community or organisation is measured by engagement and feeling connected. Observing the boys engaged in science laboratory experiments, robotics, Green Screen movie making, Minecraft, 3D goggles, paper spinning seed dispersal devices, Kahoots, coding programs for Imagine Logo and Sphero Balls, illustrated the remarkable diversity we offer in the Primary School curriculum. Combine this with the Instrumental Program, drama lessons, choir, specialist PE, languages, art and music lessons, and we can claim to have many ‘points of difference.’

Open Day in Primary

Thank you

I would like to personally thank the teachers for opening their classrooms and displaying work they have completed over the past six weeks. Their classrooms looked magnificent and is testament to an extremely dedicated and passionate staff. I also extend my thanks to the many boys who volunteered three hours of service for the afternoon. Not only were they knowledgeable about their respective areas, they were well spoken, polite and exuded a strong sense of confidence, welcome and pride.  

Bullying

The College endeavours to provide a safe and supportive environment. We actively encourage all boys to eliminate any forms of ‘put downs’ and aggressive behaviour. The definition of ‘bullying’ which we reinforce regularly at Primary School assemblies is ‘a pattern of repeated physical, verbal, psychological or social aggression that is directed by someone with more power towards a specific student (or students) and is intended to cause harm, distress or create fear.’  Bullying may be carried out overtly (eg. through repeated social exclusion or via technology).  

We must continue to work in partnership with parents, to discuss the ‘responsible digital citizenship’ message with the boys. Much has been said in the news about the validity of mobile phones in schools. The Primary School policy remains that all mobile phones are to be turned off and in bags, unless under the direction of the class teachers.

The main message is for all parents is to check your son’s online activity. The frightening statistic is that many boys over ten have been exposed to some form of online pornography, either accidentally or actively seeking out these sites. Talk to your sons about pornography and what to do if they receive inappropriate images or messages.  

The National Young Leaders Day

Yesterday, 12 March, our six Primary School Leaders participated in a State-wide Leadership Day at the Sydney Convention Centre. The day focused on developing the skills necessary to be effective leaders.  The boys, along with Andrew Clyne, listened to the stories of inspirational leaders in our community. Some of the notable speakers included Harrison Craig, winner of The Voice (season two), who spoke about overcoming personal setbacks to become a successful singer despite having a debilitating stutter. The boys also listened to the story of Lauren Cheatle who is the youngest female cricketer to play for Australia. She spoke about never giving up despite many setbacks and injuries and her quote - ‘if it doesn’t challenge you it won’t change you’ resonating with all the boys.

Beau, Jake, Ethan, Michael, Nathan and Oscar (Primary School Leaders) all found the day exciting and motivational and agreed that it will assist them to be even better leaders in the future.

Student Leaders

Quote for the Week . . .

‘What hurts the victim the most is not the cruelty of the oppressor, but the silence of the bystander.’

Elle Eiesel

This Week in Primary ...

Terry Walsh
Head of Primary School

From the Office of Mission and Wellbeing

Would any students like to become Catholic?

We would like to invite families of students who desire to participate more fully in the Sacramental life of the Catholic Church.

During Term 1, your sons will have experienced the rich sacramental life of St Augustine’s College. The whole College celebrated our Mass of the Holy Spirit – either at St Kieran’s Catholic Church, Manly Vale or in the Brimson Centre at the College. Students also participated in our Ash Wednesday school liturgy and may have attended one of our Community Masses held in the College Chapel on Wednesday mornings.

Perhaps your son has not had the opportunity to be baptised or to complete a Sacramental program consisting of: Confirmation, Reconciliation and Eucharist (First Holy Communion).

Please discuss this opportunity with your son. If this is something that your son is interested in completing, would you please contact Simon Hyland – Leader of Liturgy and Retreats, or Fr Senan Ward OSA – College Chaplain, by the end of term 1, 2018.

House Group Masses – Hutchinson, Heavey and Murray

On Friday, 9 March the three House Groups, Hutchinson, Heavey and Murray celebrated Eucharist in different venues around the College.  Thank you to Fr Senan Ward OSA, Fr Peter Jones OSA and Fr Minh ‘Tan’ Huong OSA for presiding at these services.

Wednesday Community Masses

Wednesday, 21 March - Heavey 1, 2 & 3
Wednesday, 28 March - Year 6A
Wednesday,    4 April - Year 6L

From the Leader of SEA - Service Education Awareness  

Lenten Appeal 2018

“Love and then do what you will” (Saint Augustine Sermon 7:8)

As a part of the College’s Lenten Appeal this week:

• Reville 4, 5 and 6 participated in a junior-senior peer session with Year 5 students, where our senior boys helped to construct St Augustine ‘spinners’.  The spinner created an optical illusion to combine the St Augustine’s flaming heart with the open book and arrow.
• Goold 5 cleaned up the beach at Collaroy as their act of service.
• Heavey 4 ‘paid forward’ a coffee at Fuel Café for a Saints teacher to receive for free.

National Close the Gap Day – 15 March  

‘Equal access to healthcare is a basic human right, and in Australia we expect it. So, what if we told you that you can expect to die a decade earlier than your next-door neighbour? You wouldn’t accept it. No-one should. But in reality, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can expect to live 10 years less than non-Indigenous Australians.’  

‘Everyone deserves the right to a healthy future and the opportunities this affords. We are very lucky to live in a rich country with a universal health system.  

However, many of Australia’s First Peoples are denied the same access to healthcare that non-Indigenous Australians take for granted. Despite a decade of Government promises the gap in health and life expectancy between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and other Australians is widening.  

This National Close the Gap Day, we have an opportunity to send our governments a clear message that Australians value health equality as a fundamental right for all.’

                  For more information visit Oxfam Australia – National Close the Gap Day.

Matthew Talbot Hostel Visit – Monday, 19 March : Support Staff, thank you to Saimon Silva

ALL YEAR 11 STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND AT LEAST ONCE as a part of the Senior School Service Program.

• This volunteering can be logged as a part of the Senior School Service Program and will be recorded as 2 hours. Please ensure the students record their hours online via ATLAS-Resources-SEA
• Staff and students will meet at the Front Office and depart the College at 3.50pm. Students will travel in a teacher’s car to and from the hostel.
• Whilst at Matthew Talbot Hostel staff and students will assist with table setting and clearing and meal distribution between 4.30pm and 5.15pm.
• Staff and students will depart Matthew Talbot at approx. 5.15pm and arrive back at the College by no later than 6pm. 

2018 SEA Program Raffle – Congratulations Evie Elderkin!

The raffle was drawn on Friday at the College Open Day. A big congratulations to Evie Elderkin who was the lucky winner!  $3,430 was raised through the proceeds of the raffle. All monies will go towards implementing the immersion to Nepal later this year.

From the Leader of Student Wellbeing  

Peer Support continued last week during extended Tutor Group time. The focus was on understanding how influential our thoughts are in responding to challenges.

‘Students recognise the choice to respond with open or limiting thoughts. A difficult or new situation may require hard work, perseverance, courage or support from others.

Open thoughts allow us to make the most of any situation feeling optimistic about the possible outcomes.

Limiting thoughts still allow us to work through challenges. However, they prevent us from stretching our abilities and exploring positive outcomes to bring about change.’

                                                                                                           Peer Support Handbook 2015

Please visit Mindset online for examples of praise that will encourage your child to adopt open thoughts in all areas of their life.

Peter Nolan
Deputy Principal - Mission and Wellbeing

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: Elliott.J1@saintaug.nsw.edu.au

TOUR BAND

The Tour Band have been rehearsing every Friday morning of the term with Amelia Granturco between 7.30–8.30AM in an effort to take a polished band across to the USA. Over the 6 weeks they have worked tirelessly to get together 14 songs. It is getting to the business end of where they start polishing solos and tightening up a few rhythms and preparing for a few performances before the tour. As a result, the rehearsal schedule will change for the next few weeks.

CALLING ALL ROCK GROUPS

Our famous night of rock is back! 

SOUND CHECK!  is a concert for any student or group that wants to show off their rock.  Think of it as a rock gig where your friends and family can come to watch.

In preparation for our “SOUND CHECK!” concert,  we’re inviting all rock bands/groups/soloists to use the facilities at lunch time.  We’re happy to provide assistance and help you get ready for the big night.

Sound Check is on May 8^th at 7pm in the Lecceto Auditorium.  Contact Joseph Montz for more information.

MUSIC REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

UPCOMING EVENTS

March 25                            Tour Band Dee Why Concert

May 8                                 Sound Check!

RUGBY

Training

School Rugby training is compulsory and must have priority over Club rugby or other sporting trainings at all times.

• 16 Years & Open age players will train on Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:00pm - 5:30pm.  These trainings will be held at Pittwater Rugby Park Narrabeen.  Training has already commenced. 
• 12, 13, 14 & 15 Years players will train on Tuesdays & Thursdays at Nolan's Reserve, North Manly, commencing Tuesday 13th March at 3:50pm-5:00pm.
• 11 years training will take place on the College Oval in 2018 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45pm – 4:45pm commencing Tuesday 13th March at 3:50pm-5:00pm.
• Buses are provided to transport students to trainings. These buses depart promptly after school finishes and boys are to line up on the College oval to await direction for catching the bus.  Students will need to make their own arrangements to get home from training.
• Boys who have a clash with their summer sport commitment are excused from training, they must continue to fulfil and complete their summer commitment. 

All information about the 2018 Rugby Season can be found on ATLAS https://atlas.saintaug.nsw.edu.au/Sport-Co-Curricular/sport-news  

BASKETBALL

ISA Basketball grand finals were played on Saturday. The College had 4 teams out 5 competing with the 1st V and 17s winning their respective competitions. Unfortunately, the 14s and 15s were narrowly defeated.’

CRICKET 

Cricket grand finals are being played this coming weekend. Five St Augustine’s cricket teams are in the grand finals. We wish all players competing this weekend the best of luck.

RUGBY LEAGUE

NSW CIS Secondary 18 Yrs & Under and 15 Years Rugby League Nominations.  If your son would like to nominate for these trials please ask him to come to the Sports Office and collect a nomination form by 23 March 2018.   

PERFORMING ARTS

Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast was a combined musical with Stella Maris College and was a huge success with outstanding performances from both schools. Thank you to all involved.

Grand-Finals- Saturday 10th March @ Penrith  

In the U14’s
After a great season only dropping one game, the boys were set for a big game against rivals Oakhill College. The boys were quite overwhelmed with the noise and excitement of a grand final however Dan Morely and Noa Faatui steadied the ship and keep us in the game. Liam Painter played with heart all game long as the boys were up and down against the strong Oakhill outfit, with Dylan Richmond coming in and playing some efficient minutes and defending well.

Oscar Hammond, Jed Walsh and Tom Wheen almost brought the game back however the boys couldn’t finish off when it counted going down in the dying seconds of the game, 28-29.

The U15’s
This was a very tough loss against a determined Oakhill College. Max Dowling top scored with 11 points. Jai Fisher, returning this week from an ankle injury, scored 7 points, and Tom Douglas, who played strong down both ends, scored 5. Blake Guberina came on and made a huge impact on the game, with three huge rebounds and a block. Final Score 31-41 The U15’s had an amazing season and although things didn't go their way in the final, they should be extremely proud of how the grew and improved as a team.

In the U17’s
Our Saints boys had a terrific Grand final performance especially in the first half placing immense pressure on Chevalier and causing them to struggle with their offence against our tremendous defence, especially with our full-court press resulting in turnovers by Chevalier and giving us a few easy layups. Ben Powe had an amazing tough game on the low post giving Saints some great offensive punch, he also had a great defensive game causing Chevalier to miss many shots resulting in a great rebound performance from all boys. This was a Fantastic finish for the boys who deserved to win the ISA Championship as they have all been unselfish with their play and work for each other to get great performances as a team. A great win by the boys. Final Score 42-27. 

The College Firsts were up against St Pius who had pushed them at both outing this season.

Opportunities were limited for both teams early as team defence was tight.

Clancy Bird and Conor Holmes productive early for Saints. 17-7 at quarter time Early fouls to Zac Kimball and Clancy saw them sit early. Zack Ringrow, Louie Ross, Nic Albertini and Banjo Talbot kept momentum with Saints as they built a nice halftime lead 34-22. In the third quarter Eromon Uadiale and Clancy Bird were strong inside and Jake Fisher gave valuable minutes.56-37 at three quarter time the fourth quarter saw Saints go further ahead but St Pius X hit some big shots late playing hard right till the end.

Final Score 79-58. A great ISA season for the Firsts going undefeated in a challenging season. The team will now rest for a week before getting ready for the Champion schools tournament playing the winner of ACEIS in early April.

Year 7 Preseason @ St Pius X

The Year 7’s played in a ISA preseason tri-series against Redlands and St Pius X at Pius X Oxford Falls campus. Saints Steelers trailed for most of the game and despite a late push we couldn't get the win going down 20-24. The second game of the morning was against Redlands. Saints came out fast and didn’t look back getting out to an early lead and building on it throughout the game. Saints winning 24-10. Saints Celtics had a fantastic two games coming out with the wins. Fast passed first game against St Pius X winning 28-12 with great teamwork and extra passing to get open shots with a fantastic game from Emmanuel Duku. A very close game to be determined by Max King-Gibbins last baskets to give saints to lead to win by 2, 21-19.  

IPSHA

In IPSHA we played at Newington College at their Senior campus at Stanmore. The Year 5’s had a tight contest throughout and the atmosphere was intense with both supporter groups cheering on their respective sides.  All players put in fantastic contributions and were ahead with a few minutes remaining until a couple of errant passes lead to turnovers and layups by the opposition and Newington could steal the match in a thriller.  Final score 35-36.

The Year 6’s had a slow opening 5 minutes, Saints settled nicely and finished the half on a 21-9 run to go into the break leading by 6.  The catalyst for the run was playing with poise and soon Saints would be controlling the tempo for the entire match.

The team would run for easy baskets if opportunities presented themselves or settle into their half court, dribble hand-off offence if the fast break were absent.  Momentum continued in the second half with all players contributing, with quick ball movement and floor spacing.  Mitch Will anchored the second unit well with 7 pts and 4 steals, Tyler Hartman and Joe Walsh's passing were highlights.  Kodie Janik found nothing but nylon with his outside shot, delivering 10 pts, whilst Lucas Elbag was strong all game contributing 6 for 8 from the field and 12 points.  Final score 50-33.  

This week…  

IPSHA Basketball Round 6 Vs Sydney Grammar (AWAY)

Address: Address: Sydney Grammar Edgecliff: 7/11 Alma St, PADDINGTON

Directions: Enter via Alma St Paddington & travel along lane way between Weigall Playing Fields & White City tennis courts. There is a carpark at the end of the lane way & the courts are in the North/eastern corner of Weigall 4.  

Game times for Saturday 17th March, 2018

Good luck to all teams.  

Emma Donnellan
TIC ISA Basketball

Good luck to the 22 Saints swimmers who have been selected to compete in the ISA Swimming Championships at SOPAC on Wednesday 14^th March.

GRAND FINALS and BRONZE MEDAL PLAY-OFFS THIS WEEKEND

The final game of cricket this Saturday Good luck to all teams this weekend who have made Grand Finals or the Bronze medal play off.  

MANLY MINIBASH T20

Congratulations to the U12 Gold, U13 Gold, U14 Gold and U15 Gold sides who played in Grand Finals last week, in pouring rain in some cases!   

TEAMS OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to the College First XI who this week claimed its 7^th Manly Cup T20 title in the last eight years.  Playing against Balgowlah Boys High School on Monday, the Firsts reduced BBHS to 9/96 off their 20 overs, with Josh Seward taking 4-9 and Luke Morley 3-17.  In reply, the run chase started shakily with the loss of a few wickets, but eventually steadied with handy contributions from Josh Blank (21), Cameron Powell 19* and Zac Youlten (15*) who secured the win with 4 overs to go.  A great effort for the First XI who finish the season with some silverware in the trophy cabinet.

SAINTS U13 GREENS INTO THE GF THIS WEEKEND

The Saints U13 Green team are in the big one this week.  In particular, the achievement is how we got there. 

The team was a largely random assortment of boys at the start of the season, with roughly half being existing students and half being new to school students.

We agreed at the outset of the season that we weren't playing for Australia, and that the most important thing for the boys, and for the parents, was to ensure that everyone got equal opportunity all the way through the season. 

I am proud to say that that is what happened, and in the process, every single player has improved and has made a contribution during the season. There have, of course been some standout performances at different times, but we have never had a reliance on any one person to hold up the team, because everyone got an opportunity to perform.  

The game we played last weekend made it really clear how powerful that was for the boys.  Our opponents, understandably, bowled their strike bowlers for the maximum allotted overs whereas we stuck to the formula and made sure that everyone got a bowl. 

The team know that they can win the Grand Final, which is an extraordinary turnaround from the start of the season. But that aside, I really do think that whatever happens, they have had a great team experience that they can carry into other challenges, whether they be sport or otherwise.  

As coach, Jeff Roberts has done an excellent job of creating the opportunity for the boys to perform, to enjoy themselves and to understand how a team dynamic can be so powerful.

Mat Bryant
U13 Green - Manager

STAFF V PARENTS T20 MATCH – WANT TO PLAY?

Time is running out to register for the match on this Friday 16^th March for the annual David Gilbert Shield match between St Augustine's College staff and parents.  

The match is a great social event and will be played at David Thomas (note field change), Manly Vale from 4:00pm with refreshments post match.  

Any interested parents are asked to email me ASAP to save their spot! - jscholtens@saintaug.nsw.edu.au  It will be a great afternoon of cricket and fun!    

James Scholtens
TiC of Cricket

PRIMARY FOOTBALLERS STILL WANTED – U11 and U12

Any Year 5 or 6 student who missed out on the grading or now thinks they might like to play football this season, please contact me via email.  There is space for players in both these age groups, so please don’t delay if you are keen for a run this season.  I have space in on both U11 and U12 age groups.       

PRE-SEASON FOOTBALL TRIAL GAMES

We have been fortunate to secure trial games for ALL St Augustine's College Football teams on either Saturday 24^th or Sunday 25^th March at Passmore Reserve.  Please see the draw in this edition of the Tolle Lege.

2018 FOOTBALL PRE-SEASON TRIAL GAMES

Please check the following draw for trial matches on Saturday 24 or Sunday 25 March.

All players will be expected to attend and should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their match. 

Players should wear their St Augustine's College football uniform, but if any clashes occur, please have your College Sport shirt on standby.

The First round of the MWFA season will commence after the Easter long weekend on saturday 7^th April.  

COACHING AND MANAGING OF TEAMS

29 teams representing St Augustine’s will take the field in the MWFA competition this year.  Whilst staff are encouraged to commit to the co-curricular programme, the College relies heavily on parent volunteers for coaching and managing of its teams.  Should any parents be able to assist, please let me know and I will advise if your sons’ team is in need of help.  The commitment is one training (minimum) a week (usually after school) and of course the Saturday game.  All training equipment will be provided for coaches and manager duties involve team communication of any information as well as Saturday morning pre-match checking of digital Team Sheets via the new MWFA game day App.   

Please contact me if you are able to help.  

This year the MWFA will be hosting its very own Community Coaching Expo at Cromer Park on Thursday 22nd March 6pm-8:30pm. The Expo will be a showcase of all things football coaching and will give coaches of all levels, age groups and qualifications something to walk away with to boost their confidence for the upcoming season, teach them something new or simply reaffirm the great work that they are currently doing.   

Coaches of all levels and age groups are invited to attend on the 22nd March from U6 first time coaches to Senior Premier League coaches and everything in-between!   

TRAININGS

Once all teams have a Coach and Manager appointed, I can begin to allocate training days and venues.

We have Passmore Reserve (mon – Fri), Graham Reserve (Mon & Wed), Nolan Reserve (Tue & Thurs) and Millers Reserve (allocation TBC).  With cricket coming to an end this week, trainings will start to be more consistent.  

Playing Uniform

The playing uniform (dark green football socks and shorts, and gold playing shirt) is now available from the College clothing shop. All players must have the correct uniform, including their own playing shirt if in age groups 11’s – 15’s. 16’s and 18’s will have their playing shirt provided by team managers.  

The MWFA has voted that all players in all teams must have a numbered shirt this season.  Team managers are asked to collect the entire teams shirts and I will have them numbered in one go, then return them to you.  It is a logistical nightmare to co-ordinate this, so please be patient as this is carried out.

REFEREES COURSE

The MWFRA will be running a parent referee course on Wednesday 28^th March @ Cromer Park Clubhouse - 101 South Creek Road, Dee Why commencing at 7:30pm

This course is free of charge and registration is not required.     

James Scholtens
TiC Football (Soccer)

16 year old Nick Jennens travelled up to the Gold Coast last week to compete against the best swimmers in Australia who were all vying for a spot on the Australian swim team for the 2018 Commonwealth Games.  

Nick competed in 4 events:
200m freestyle in a time of 1:54: 47
200m butterfly in a time of 2:07:97
400m freestyle in a time of 4:01:19  

Although Nick wasn’t selected in the Australian team this time, his times were very competitive and impressive! We would like to congratulate Nick for qualifying and competing at the Commonwealth Games Trials and look forward to watching his  performances at school swimming over the next few months.

Alumni Mentor Program – Term 2

As part of our networking and Alumni engagement the Foundation and SAOBA are organising a panel presentation session and networking seminar in Term 2 with a focus on mentoring and mentorship. Our aim is to establish a mentoring program among our Old Boys and our parent community.

• Are you wondering whether you can get more out of your career?
• Have you drifted off your career path, or circumstances changed?
• Are you looking for some reassurance or a guiding hand?
• Would you like coaching support in designing a new career path?

Our ALUMNI MENTOR PROGRAM can help you!

Currently we have eight Old Boys who have volunteered their services as mentors to enter into a learning and development partnership with members in our wider community. This could be community members who are just starting out in their career life, or who are looking for employment or planning to make a career change. Mentors are available in the following areas:  Small business, finance, real estate, investment, marketing and advertising

For further information please contact Rod Loneragan via email rloneragan@saintaug.nsw.edu.au or by phone (02) 9938 8292

Principal’s Year 5 Parent Dinners

We look forward to welcoming all Year 5 parents to informative and special evenings later in Term 1. Come along and meet our Principal Jonathan Byrne, as he shares his vision for the future of the College. Catch up with other Year 5 parents while enjoying a delicious meal shared in the Augustinian tradition.

Please keep a look out for your invitation to these special occasions. Year 5 Parent Dinners will be held on Tuesday 27 March & Wednesday 4 April and hosted by Principal Jonathan Byrne, Senior staff and Foundation Companions.

Principal’s Year 7 Parent Dinners

These dinners will be held on Thursday 10 May & Wednesday 23 May and hosted by Principal Jonathan Byrne, Senior staff and Foundation Companions.

Back to Saints Rugby Day – Saturday 2 June

Come along and watch some great Saints rugby when we play Kinross Wolaroi in round 1 of the ISA rugby competition on Saturday 2 June at Pittwater Rugby Park, Warriewood. The Back to Saints day will also feature the College Indigenous Round, BBQ food and a jumping castle and face painting for the kids. Please put this date in your diary for a wonderful day at Rat Park.

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

Canteen Volunteer's Roster Term 1 2018

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

NOTE: Due to WH&S regulations, all volunteers must wear closed shoes, i.e. no thongs or sandals are permitted.