Our students are still building their confidence in the pool in terms of representative swimming, but there was a real sense of determination and teamwork on the night with solid swimming across the whole team and a few notable stand outs. One of the most important comments made on the night was expressed by a couple of students from the team who did not necessarily come into medal contention. These words capture the heart of their interaction with me, 'I came to NASSA to swim in three events and I ended up swimming in 6!", "I only got fourth, but I have broken a number of personal best times tonight!”. These comments reflect a willingness to stand up and be counted; to have a go and participate regardless of the outcome and inherent in the comment is a concept that we are promoting across the College community called, ‘growth mindset’. This means that the students had committed to push through trials and tribulations and not be limited by their own doubts or reservations. There were many of our students, who despite not having the speed or natural talent, simply buckled down and had a real go regardless of where they placed. Well done Thomas Hassall NASSA Swimming Teams, I want to congratulate each and every student who took the time and effort to come and represent the College. We are really proud of each one of you.

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No matter the activity a student undertakes, our new Student Recognition Scheme (SRS) is designed to ensure that each and every student have their contributions to the life of the College recognised in a positive way. This great new initiative is now underway and has the potential to help us to encourage and inspire students and their journey through life. Please give us constructive feedback as we go; we are aware that we might have to make adjustments to ensure the Student Recognition Scheme is doing what it was designed to do.

Weekend rehearsals for the College Musical , ‘Leader of the Pack’, are now underway and a sense of excitement and anticipation is building from here. If your child is not participating in the Musical we would encourage you to support the community by coming along and being part of the audience. Finally, I am looking forward to the College Movie Night under the Stars on Friday 23 March. This event is being supported by the Class Parent Network and is something that is going to be a family opportunity to have some great entertainment out under the stars.

Bring a blanket, some chairs and the family for a fun whole College Event.  We will be selling food and drinks on the night.  

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Please note the event will go ahead rain, hail or shine!

Well done to all of the recipients. 

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Our students showcased a variety of talents and instruments for their fellow friends. Anneliese Luxton sang a beautiful version of Colourblind by Coldplay. Evelyn Kilic and Lucas Lortoto performed some movie themes on the piano, and Miriam Leslie performed on Ukelele, the theme song from Netflix new TV show, ‘Stranger Things’. We also had a guest MC at the HUB this week, Mr Schrack, who brought a great bundle of energy to the event, and gave strong encouragement to all student performers.

Thank you everyone, and well done to all those student performers this week.

Byron Mark
Ensembles Manager

This week at the Senior 7-12 assembly, staff and students had the special sonic treat of listening to some West African rhythms performed by our Senior Drum Circle. However, this was a special performance, as they were joined by some very special guest teachers as well, who volunteered to jam along with the students live on stage (with no rehearsal!) This was a great fun activity for everyone involved, and great for our students to see some of our teachers get involved.

Thanks to everyone, and well done to all!

Byron Mark
Ensembles Manager

On June 30th 2018 a group of students, parents and teachers will again undertake the Kokoda Trek in PNG. As of last year we decided to implement a small ministry of providing Bibles to the people of the Kokoda Track. We distributed 100 Bibles from the Bible League into villages across the track and this year we are aiming to send another 100. How can you help? We are looking for sponsors for each Bible and you are able to purchase one on behalf of someone on the track. The cost is $8 per Bible and you can purchase 1 or 10, it is totally up to you. We also encourage you to write a small message to be put into the Bible. If this is something that you feel is for you, please bring your money in an envelope addressed to Bible4Kokoda. 

God Bless.

Mr Phil Kaye
Kokoda Trip Coordinator 

On Friday 16 February, six students from Thomas Hassall Anglican College trialled for the NASSA Open Boys Basketball Team.

This event consisted of students of all ages from eight different schools, competing to earn their spot in the 12 man team.

Congratulations to Nathan Murdocca, Brock Page, Luke Venardos, Elijah Cruz and Marco Kalik (shadow player) for being selected to represent NASSA at the AICES basketball tournament on Thursday 8 March.