We have enjoyed a memorable few weeks together as a College community. Last Wednesday we gathered for the Year 11 Celebration of Excellence acknowledging the end of the Year 11 course and associated achievements. Students were recognised for their dedication, perseverance and commitment to studies, as well as for service within and beyond our community. These students would not have reached those high standards and received the acclaim they duly deserved without the support, dedication and commitment of their families, teachers and peers. We know that the support of families and teachers has a significant impact on student success, however, we also recognise that success comes from within. It is the belief in our own efforts along with a willingness to try for success, regardless of the outcome, that proves an invaluable cog in the wheel of continuous improvement and achievement.

On Friday we were joined by our 2019 Year 7 students for their Orientation Day. The boys enjoyed a variety of activities and met students within their new House and Tutor Groups. The day was an opportunity to begin the process of welcoming the new students into our Augustinian family. Our 2019 Student Leaders and Peer Support Leaders were on hand to ensure that each new student experienced a sense of connection and belonging. The smiles on their faces and the excitement in the air was something special and I am sure the boys will long remember their first taste of Augustinian welcome.

At 11:00am the whole College gathered in the  Quadrangle along with our new students for 2019, in recognition of Remembrance Day. Students were led through a moving ceremony to commemorate 100 years since Armistice. As a community we prayed for peace in our world and paid tribute to those men and women who fought to protect our land and the Australian way of life. May we be peacemakers in our own lives and work towards harmony as we interact with those in our families, College and wider community.

The HSC officially concluded last Friday and we acknowledge the efforts of our Year 12 students who have worked diligently throughout the year. Students and families can often experience a mix of emotions around this time, excitement and even a sense of nervousness or anxiety regarding the unknown ‘next step’. We take this opportunity to farewell our graduating class of 2018 and wish them all the very best as they make their way beyond the school gates. May they always fondly remember their Augustinian family and know that God is with them on their journey as they grow into ‘gentle’ ‘men’, strong in faith and love as they make a difference in the world.

We invite our parent community to the P&F AGM this Thursday, November 15th at 7:00pm in the Principal's Office. All P&F Executive Committee positions will become available for 2019. Please let P&F President Emma Seward know if you are interested in taking on a role - pandf@saintaug.nsw.edu.au

The College Uniform Shop online ordering 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.  

Over the next couple of weeks, the College shifts gear with assessment schedules for our new Year 12 students, as well as exams for Year 7–9 students. Students are encouraged to make the most of their study time in preparation for these exams and revisit the study techniques learned throughout the year.

Our Year 10 students are winding down as the end of the year fast approaches. Students will be away on camp next week followed by Caritas week, where students will be actively serving in the wider community. We wish the Year 10 students an enriching time for both the outdoor education camp and their service week.

Danielle Stanway
Assistant Principal - Staff

Instrumental Program – 2019

For those of you who may have missed recent correspondence from Alan Caufield, Music Faculty co-ordinator, I have included it again for your information. If you have any questions regarding the Instrumental Program in Year 6, please don’t hesitate to contact either Alan or myself. A tuition cost of $350 will be added to your tuition fees next year. From my research of comparable programs, this is exceptional value and further recognises the importance the College places on the creative and practical arts.

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 years.

On Wednesday 14 November, Year 5 students will take part in the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryouts. Instrumental specialists will demonstrate the instruments being offered for study and students will then have the opportunity to play each one. After the ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryout day, parents will be emailed a link to the Year 6 Instrumental Program instrument choice form. The form is an online questionnaire which has been designed to find out students’ preference and suitability for their choice of instrument. It contains questions relating to learning style, personality and physical development which will be used to inform teachers in helping to guide students appropriately.

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 Co -curricular Music Program, where they can extend themselves in Concert Band 2, Stage Band 2 and then Junior Jazz Ensemble.  

Year 5 Community Mass

Next Tuesday 20 November, commencing 12 Midday in the Lecceto Auditorium, the Year 5 classes will celebrate the Eucharist together. Parents are more than welcome to attend as we thank God for a great first year at the College.

Read Aloud with Grandparents Morning

In keeping with a fine tradition, the College once again invites all grandparents to the ‘Read Aloud with Grandparents Morning’. This has been a wonderful community event over the past two years and utilises the reading talents of our grandparents. Picture books will be provided and eager boys ready to provide a captivated audience. Please see invitation below (this invitation has also been emailed home to all parents to pass onto the boys’ grandparents).  

Community Service

At the core of an Augustinian education is the concept of service. This morning we had all 5P students assist in packing Christmas hampers/gifts as part of their service commitment to the ‘Kids R Christmas’ organisation. These gifts are then distributed to children who will spend Christmas in hospital. As a Primary School we have been supporting this organisation for number of years. Current parent, Dee Montague-Jones, is the founding member of ‘Kids R Christmas’ and we feel very fortunate to be able to support such a worthwhile charity.

Awards 

Quote for the Week . . .

‘The three words for success – care, share and dare’.  

Attollo Awards

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 EXPECTATIONS

This is a clarification of 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 8:00am.
• If for any reason, your son is unable to attend, a courtesy email to the conductor or Joseph Montz is appreciated.   

MUSIC REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

UPCOMING EVENTS

November 29                                  Primary “Tolentiny” Concert

Year 10 Elective Music Album Recording

On Tuesday 13^th November, the year 10 elective class travelled to Everland Studios in Five Dock to record original compositions they have been working on this term with producer and engineer Ben Worsey. The students spent eight hours in the studio, getting used to the process of recording. There was opportunity to listen back, give feedback, collaborate and even make final changes after hearing the pieces come together.

The three original songs recorded were all representative of the topics we have studied in class over 2017 – 2018. One combines elements of World Music with Minimalism. The second is representative of Australian Small Ensembles and the third a Jazz piece. The project was an outstanding way to wrap up a fantastic two years of elective music together and I look forward to seeing what these young musicians accomplish in the future.

Amelia Granturco

CLASSROOM MUSIC NEWS  

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. It will be an expectation that advanced concert band students participate in the Year 6 Extension Concert Band which will rehearse before school on the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program lesson day.  

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

On Wednesday 14 November, Year 5 student will take part in the Year 6 Instrumental Immersion Program ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryouts. Instrumental specialists will demonstrate the instruments being offered for study and student will then have the opportunity to play each one. To help students with their decision making, further information about the various instruments will be given in general classroom music lessons. After the ‘Blow Test’/Instrument Tryout day, parents will be emailed a link to the Year 6 Instrumental Program instrument choice form. The form is an online questionnaire which has been designed to find out students’ preference and suitability for their choice of instrument. It contains questions relating to learning style, personality and physical development which will be 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.    

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.  

Alan Caulfield
Faculty Coordinator Music

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YEARS 5 AND 6 MATHEMATICS ENRICHMENT

The Mathematics Primary Learning Enrichment Class provides students with opportunities to develop their interest in Mathematics through open-ended, problem solving and activity based learning activities. Students are withdrawn from class once a week to work with Kym Gray and are encouraged to work collaboratively in sharing ideas to solve challenging mathematical questions. Students learn there are many ways to solve some questions.

Students are involved in the Mathematics APSMO Olympiad Competition. Two students Aron Brennan and Cooper Devoy, achieved outstanding results, to finish in the top 20% of participating students in the state. They received a trophy and patch. Luke Varde was awarded a special achievement award for his consistent participation, team work and learning gain during this year. Other participating students in the competition and Enrichment program are Zachary Toole, Mitchell Will, Dane Willey, Logan Howes, Hugo Hawkins, Caleb Conners and Jack Chapman.

Graham Bruce
Learning Enrichment Coordinator

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Saturday 10^th was our first Regatta of the 2019 Season. Crews from Years 7 and 8 competed in Quads and Years 9-11 competed in the First VIII race.

All the boys excelled. For some of them it was their first race. Notable were the 1^st Year 9 Coxed Quad who won their final by 3.7s. The crew consisted of Jack Nugent, Oliver St Pierre, Ben Di Staso, Beau Nicholas, Cox: Ben Edwards. The 4^th Coxed Quad consisting of Brandon Smith, Liam Kilpatrick, Joe Lynch, Alex Bohm, Cox: Lachlan King also achieved a podium.

The Schoolboy First VIII is going to be exciting this season. The top crews of Sydney’s premier rowing schools including St Augustine’s College, Shore School, and St Joseph’s all finished within 0.1 seconds of each other. St Augustine’s First VIII is made up of Oscar Davis, Mungo Murphy, Fynn Laughton, Jeremy Gategood, Patrick Burke, Tom Gerrans, Torben Ungemach, Nikolas Pender, Cox: Tom Pfafflin. It’s gratifying to see all the dark, cold, early morning winter training sessions paying off.

What it’s all About – Team Spirit

We snapped this candid photograph of the junior crew watching the 1^st VIII prepare for their race. It’s great to see the growth of the young men in our squad led by a solid elite senior crew.

Luke Murphy
Rowing Committee Member

Round Three Vs St Patricks College- Saturday 10^th November 2018  

On Saturday our ISA teams played home at NBISC against St Patricks College, Strathfield.

U13A started the game fast, with lockdown defence helping us to an early lead. St Pat’s slowly began chipping away at the lead and the ball began to bounce their way, with Saints missing some shots. This was the story of the second half and in the last-minute St Pat’s took the lead and the victory. Final score 35-42.

U13B started the game nervous and anxious, rushing their shots and missing a few easy baskets. After the first 5 minutes of the game, the boys settled down and began taking control. With the full court press, we got steals which lead to easy baskets. Our point guard, Ben  Jansens took control of the pace of the game and our 'bigs' dominated the boards. Our bench was great coming in with great enthusiasm and energy, making a huge contribution to final score 56-16.

U13C boys exhibited a terrific display in how to learn what the other team is doing on the floor and adapt. In the half court set the boys were patient and stopped themselves from taking ill-advised shots to get a better shot for one of their teammates. We held a good lead at half time and were able to be dominant enough on the rebounds to allow us to keep our lead and finish them off at the end of the game. In summary, it was a proud day to be a coach as the boys showed a lot of heart and intelligence to get away with the win. Saints 27 – Redlands 14. 

U14A boys had a tough game against a well drilled St Pat’s side who came out strong. Our depleted team found themselves behind early and left it to the last moment to fight back. The boys kicked into gear in the final moments locking down on defence and getting within 2 points in the final minute but couldn’t get it done. Final Score 45-47. 

U14B had a perfect start to the game as the boys got off to early lead. The team played a well-rounded game, focusing on rebounding and being aggressive on offence. Additionally, fantastic three-point shooting from Chris Warian and Lachlan Porteous. Final Score 50-8.

U15A had a solid outing against a physical and passionate St Patrick’s team, winning by a near 30-point margin. Dan Morley came out firing on all cylinders racking up 11 points in the first half. Overall great effort and win by the boys. Final Score 45-19.

U15B Another strong defensive start led by James Lyons and Dylan Kagho pushed Saints out to a big lead by half time. Great offensive work between Nathan Hale and Alec Zadel solidifying a 40-16 win. U17A had a very tough 1-point loss to St Pats this weekend, going down 28-29 with a last-minute basket from St Pat’s. James Gow top scored with 10 points, followed closely by Joe Purvis with 9 points. Saints fought hard all game, coming back from behind and gaining the lead with a minute to go, but unfortunately didn’t come away with the win in the end.

U17B had a tough fought win 33-21. The boys great individual defence resulted in the opposition feeling very pressured which gave up some extra positions for Saints to score. The boys had some great shooting in the second half which helped us secure the win. Overall a great team win.

The College First’s started well with cohesive team defence and good options on offense to lead 21-12 at the first break. Tom Douglas and Jack Reddy doing a lot of the hard work inside.  Excellent perimeter shooting from Tayne McCann, who hit four three pointers helped propel Saints to a healthy 45-30 halftime lead. Max Dowling hit a big three to start the second half and strong rebounding by Zack Kimball and Nic Albertini steadied the Saints lead. The return of Clancy Bird who top scored in his limited minutes was well received by the Firsts. Jai Fisher and Alex Hains ran the team well from the back court to see saints ahead 66-48 at the last break and coming away with a good 81-62 win.

2^nd V got off to a slow start but through running fast break transition basketball saints were able to take lead by half time. Saint Pat’s were able to bring themselves back into the game with a couple three pointers in the second half. The second half was dominated by the ref’s whistle with foul calls being called on both sides. Forwards, Tex Fletcher and Heath Carroll, were sent to the line many times where they were able to ice the game out and get the win 24-19.

IPSHA

Year 5 Let’s just say Saturday’s game was about character. Before the game, the Arden coach made it clear his team wasn’t competitive. Very quickly the Year 5 boys had a decent lead, and it was only going to grow. The Full-Time result of 56 to 12 really wasn't indicative of the boy’s skills and abilities both individually and as a team, it could easily have been much greater. The boys were restricted to defending the from the half, and then from the last third of the court. Offensive rebounds weren't contested and shooting from the left side of the court was encouraged. After the game a representative from Arden was appreciative of the sportsmanship displayed by the Year 5 boys and recognised they held back. Well done boys on a great display of sportsmanship and fair play. Basketball won at the end of the day.

The Year 6 travelled to Beecroft to face off against Arden on their home court. In village surrounds with the smell of a summer BBQ in the air, the boys started the game off slowly with a 10-6 lead after the first quarter of the game. From there, Saints took control with stingy defence and rebounds that converted to quick outlet passes. Tyler Hartman, Joe Walsh and Luke Murray led the transition with steals and assists pushing the ball up the floor with Kodie Janik a beneficiary converting passes into baskets with 12 pts. Saints would finish the remaining 3 quarters of the game with a 36-3 run, running our eventual winners 46-9 and a well-earned sausage sandwich.  

This week…

IPSHA Basketball Round 5 Vs Coogee Prep
Game times for Saturday 17^th November 2018:
Address: NBISC Jackson’s road Warriewood

Round 4- Saturday 17^th November 2018
HOME/AWAY VS St Pius X College
Address:
A Teams @ St Pius X Playing Fields, Dreadnought Road, Oxford Falls
B Teams @ NBISC, Jackson’s Road Warriewood

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
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The Saints Community Golf Day and Lunch was a 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 – THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

We are grateful for the generosity of our live auction and raffle prize donors who contributed much to the day. Please consider using the services of these generous supporters in the future.

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

Canteen Volunteer's Roster Term 4, Week 6, 2018

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

P&F ASSN AGM

We hope as many parents as possible can join us at the P&F AGM tomorrow evening.  All P&F Executive positions will become available for 2019.  Please don’t hesitate to let P&F President  Emma Seward know if you are interested in taking on a role at pandf@saintaug.nsw.edu.au

Please join us from 7:00pm in the Principal’s office. Enter via the Brimson Centre foyer.

Upcoming P&F Assn and Parent Activities Events

  If you have any class Christmas Parties to promote, please let us know at pandf@saintaug.nsw.edu.au and we will put details in upcoming newsletters

Year 5 Parents Christmas Party
Friday 16^th November
Blacket’s Bar, Hotel Steyne
$40 per person
Book now at: https://www.trybooking.com/420705  

Year 7, 8 & 9 Parents Christmas Party
Friday 30th November
Manly Golf Club
$45 per person (includes canapes and drink on arrival
Book now at https://www.trybooking.com/443...