Term 3 : Tuesday 18 September 2018

From the Principal
Principal Ross Whelan

We hold a special graduation assembly with guests in attendance.  This year nearly 130 students will graduate and some 44 from Year 12 have attended the College since Kindergarten.  You will remember finishing your school years, often having made life-long friends and enjoying positive memories across the years.  The final year of school is an important milestone.  Young people are put to the academic test of the HSC with its stresses and strains, and the year also asks the question about the future.

Most of our Year 12 graduates will move on to university, TAFE and some straight into the workforce.  Our specialist teaching staff, Miss Munro, Mr Moynan and Mr Ward assist students with these questions about suitable pathways and recently we introduced a Careers Website for students in Senior School to also assist this critical decision about the next steps.  You might like to visit the site at www.thaccareers.com.au.

This week we hosted a Liverpool Council event regarding a rezoning proposal for the Middleton Grange Town Centre.  Approximately 500 neighbours and nearly residents attended to hear from the Council CEO and the developer associated with the application.  There is an exhibition period from 29 August to 26 October and the proposal can be seen on the Council’s website – https://listens.liverpool.nsw.gov.au or at the Carnes Hill Library at 600 Kurrajong Road, Carnes Hill.  As you might imagine a proposal to rezone is of interest to us all and you might the take time to investigate the application. 

At the meeting, there were a number of comments made in relation to traffic flow, buses, parking and speed of vehicles around the local roads. If you already drive to the College daily, you will be aware of these issues, and of the regular supervision by Council Rangers and Highway Patrol vehicles.  The comments are a reminder to us all to be very careful, to park legally and not in the driveways of our neighbours or on the grassed area of nature strips in narrow streets, and to be mindful of others as we drive.

It has been wonderful to see the new Rawdon Middleton VC Sports Complex in action with the MISA Volleyball Grand Finals held in our new venue just today.  Our Senior Boys and Senior Girls were playing William Carey and a crowd was in attendance.  The good news is that WE WON both games – our first competition matches in the new venue.  Well done team.

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfector of faith… Hebrews 12:1,2a

Mr Ross Whelan
Principal
From the Deputy Head of Junior School

It is always a special time to see Grandparents and Friends share their day with students in a celebration of their learning. There was a moment of trepidation before school on Friday morning as we waited to see if the weather would hold off or whether we would all be caught in a downpour during the assembly. We decided in the moment to step out in faith and went ahead with the assembly and we were blessed with an enjoyable outdoor celebration.

The day also saw Grandparents and Friends invited into classrooms to see what the school day is like for their grandchildren on a day to day basis. One of the common remarks made by the grandparents were the differences between school-life in 2018 compared with their experience when they went to school. Of particular interest is the student’s use of technology in classroom as part of their education. With all students in years P-6 having access to electronic devices, they are able to engage in a variety of learning activities and experiences that were not even dreamed of as little as 10 years ago.

There were many highlights during the assembly including some of our Year 1 and 2 students violinists, and Years 5 and 6 putting on an excellent item incorporating impressive dancing and singing.  You can check out a video in another article in this edition of The Way.

One of the highlights was a grandparent’s day song with the words as follows. 

– to the tune of Waltzing Matilda

Verse 1

When Mum and Dad don’t give me what I really want

I know there’s someone who’ll never say no

If I give them a smile and a kiss and a great big hug

They’ll give me treats and tell stories they know

Chorus

Grandparents are awesome, Grandparents are wonderful

They play and give us chocolates all the time

And they sit and they watch us running all around the place

Grandparents are awesome and Grandparents are great.

Verse 2

In the school holidays when Mum and Dad can take no more

Time for a visit to my patient Nan and Pop

Movies and daytrips, sleepovers and special treats

Anything I want from my favourite shop

Chorus

Grandparents are awesome, Grandparents are wonderful

They play and give us chocolates all the time

And they sit and they watch us running all around the place

Grandparents are awesome and Grandparents are great.

Verse 3

When we were born our grandparents were really thrilled

They started counting 1, 2, 3, 4.

They could have fun with us but then they could just give us back

They really love us, but we love them more!

My thanks to all the grandparents and Friends who were able to attend and support students in their learning. I hope that you enjoyed your day with us.

God bless

 

Mr Luke Sale
Deputy Head of Junior School - Operations and Welfare
From the College Chaplain

The seminar was highly interactive and designed to help students understand what a Christian leader is and how they can serve God at their school CRU® Group. It also equipped students with foundational leadership training that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.

The student’s were helped in their own friendship with God, trained on how to serve God and others at school, given practical skills for leadership in a lunchtime CRU group, and made new friends from other schools. 

In all, 64 students from four schools in the area came. Schools like Penrith Anglican College, William Carey Christian School and Macarthur Anglican College.

It is exciting to see our young students grow in their relationship with Jesus and how to encourage others in theirs. 

Rev Stuart Tye
Chaplain
Term 3 & 4 Important Dates

Term 3

Wednesday 19 September 2018 SMBC Hot Topics - Rest and Sleep
Friday 28 September 2018

Class of 2018 Graduation
Last Day of Term 3 

Term 4

Tuesday 16 October 2018 Term 4 Commences
Thursday 18 October 2018 HSC Examinations Commence
Monday  22 October 2018 Year 7 2019 Assessment Afternoon
Friday 26 October 2018 Prep & Kinder Tabloid Carnival
Thursday 1 November 2018 Prep, Year 1 & 2 Tabloid Carnival
Friday  9 November 2018 Kindergarten Orientation - Existing Prep Students 
Monday 12 November 2018 Mid Term Break - Students Only
Thursday 15 November 2018 Kindergarten Orientation - New Students 2019
Thursday 15 November 2018 Year 11 Parent Teacher Night
Friday 16 November 2018 Years 1-6 Orientation
Friday 23 November 2018 Kindergarten Orientation - All Students 
Wednesday 28 November 2018 Year 6 Dinner 
Wednesday 28 November 2018 Prep Orientation - 3 day program
Thursday 29 November 2018 Prep Orientation - 2 day program
Wednesday 5 December 2018 Junior School Celebration
Thursday 6 December 2018 Senior School Celebration
Friday 7 December 2018 Last Day of Term 4
Author and poet Harry Laing visits the Junior School

Author Harry Laing visits Junior School

These have included: Deborah Abela, Oliver Phommavanh, Penny Reeve, skyping Katrina Germein, Julie Robertson and Sharon Perry. On Friday 31 August, we had the final visit of the year from author and poet Harry Laing: http://harrylaing.com.au/workshops/

Taken off Harry’s web site: “I have a passion for poetry, comic performance and for teaching. As a poet I’ve had two books published Thirst (1993) and Backbone (2010) and my first book as a children’s author is Shoctopus–poems to grip you (2015) a book of illustrated poems for 6-12 yr olds. I’ve written and performed 8 solo shows and toured one of them, Away with the birds for STARTS (Southern Tablelands Arts). I was awarded CASP grants to write and perform a two-hander Playing for Time in 2012 and a staged radio show Under Braidwood in 2014 I’ve also written for radio. My two series of quirky country tales Stories From the Edge of the Forest and Tales of a Tree Changer were broadcast on ABC Radio National’s Bush Telegraph in 2005/2006”.

Harry gave a poetry presentation to Years 5 and 6. He was really impressed by their listening skills and questions. He talked about how poems should be vivid and sharp. They also have short lines which is different to narratives. He then did a writing workshop with Year 5. Harry was impressed hearing quality rhyming work, which is hard to do. After reading his poem, SuperFly, the children were asked to write a poem about the things that most annoys them. This elicited some punchy and funny responses.

Benji wrote this poem which he was a good sport to share:

Me!

I am really annoying,

Everyone’s ears I’m destroying,

Always saying toilet jokes in class,

People want to smash my head with glass,

In class I’m always in trouble,

My voice leaves the classroom in rubble,

My parents should have thought twice,

Like a dog I always spread lice,

I’m the most annoying thing I know,

So that’s why on sight people go !!!!!!

 

Amelia C wrote this poem during the day of Harry's visit:

A Gymnasts Life

You fear the loss and pain of defeat,

But are still able to stand on two feet,

You break and cry all you want,

But nothing can keep you away from the hunt,

This is what you’ve worked for,

The pride and honour you take out on the floor,

You remember the struggle and pain you had,

When all the good had turned to bad,

When behind the scenes, you prayed,

That it would all just go away,

The doubt and regrets of what you went through,

Made you want to give it all to,

The next girl in line, who gave it her all,

But always seemed to fall,

You remember the times you thought to give up,

But could never find the reason to disrupt,

Everything you gave to the sport,

The heart’s desire and support,

But when the pressure builds, it tears apart,

How are you able to not depart?,

How are you able to carry a smile?,

When everything is in a pile,

You hold your head high, and never look back,

Because this is what keeps you intact,

It’s what runs in your veins, and a key to your heart,

And it’s only the beginning, only the start,

It holds a future that could never be told,

One that can shine, with the brightest of gold.

The sky is its limits,

With the moon as its spirits,

As no-one could ever predict how grand,

One could travel with hard work put in, to expand,

To truly become a CHAMPION!

 

Year 2 were also fortunate enough to be involved in a writing/performance session and showed themselves to be highly enthusiastic.

The students responded extremely well to his energy and passion for writing. The teachers are looking forward to seeing the student’s writing after Harry’s visit.

Mrs Emma Harris
Years 1, 2 and 3 Coordinator
Vacation Care

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OSHClub
Outside School Hours Care

They have a great program organised, please follow this link for the full details: Vacation Care Program

Don't forget to register with OSHClub so that in the case of any emergencies, your child can attend the after school care program. It does not cost anything to register with OSHClub. Before School Care is also commencing for Term 4.

Please contact the College Office if you have any questions regarding Outside of School Hours Care.

Rebecca Clarke
Business Manager

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Hot Topics Event 2018

Rest & Sleep - 7pm, Wednesday 19 September 2018

Click the link for more details and to register for the event https://www.smbc.edu.au/events/hot-topics-at-thomas-hassall-anglican-college-rest-and-sleep

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Sleep

When your child sleeps well, they are more settled, happy and ready for school the next day. Good-quality sleep helps your child concentrate, remember things and behave well. This helps them to be a successful learner

Students today have extremely busy schedules, with ever increasing responsibilities at school and at home. Many kids, especially adolescents, are going to bed later and later and are at risk of sleep deprivation. This affects three areas of a child’s development: psychological, physiological and psychosocial. All three are essential to a child's growth, learning ability and overall wellbeing. Sleep is vital to a child’s overall health and is as important as diet and exercise.

Sleep also strengthens a child’s immune system and supports their ability to function properly on a daily basis. Children who do not get enough sleep show increased levels of aggressive behaviour, are less attentive and are much less active. Trying to catch up on sleep on weekends is not the answer and can still lead to severe sleep deprivation.

In this edition of SchoolTV, parents will learn about the importance of sleep and how sleep deprivation can have adverse effects on a child’s health and wellbeing. 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 child, please contact the College Counsellor for further information.

Here is the link to this month’s edition http://thac.nsw.schooltv.me/newsletter/sleep

Mrs Jacoline Petersen
Student Wellbeing Coordinator 

 

Source: SchoolTV

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Essentially Ellington

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Essentially Ellington Group shot Intermediate Stage Band workshop

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Essentially Ellington Group shot Intermediate Stage Band

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Essentially Ellington Intermediate Stage Band trumpets

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Essentially Ellington Intermediate Stage Band students

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Essentially Ellington Intermediate Stage Band students

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Essentially Ellington Intermediate Stage Band piano

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Essentially Ellington Intermediate Stage Band Trombone

This is an excellent touring program from New York City, where two professional musicians visit Australia as part of the ‘Down Under’ tour, representing the Jazz Academy program at the Lincoln Centre. Our students had the opportunity to perform a 20 minute set for these musicians, and then we had a 30 minute workshop with amazing drummer Jerome Jennings. He had some positive feedback and insight for our students, and brought a great energy in his education to the students. Our students also loved his American accent!

The event was held at the prestigious Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Our students had the privilege of warming up in one of their professional practice rooms, equipped with state of the art equipment, and then performed in one of their recital halls.

Overall, this was a great experience for our students; performing in a great inspiring environment, receiving professional advice from American musicians, and watching other schools perform as well. They even got to watch the Sydney Conservatorium Big Band rehearse at lunchtime in the con café, which was excellent!

Well done everyone!

Mr Byron Mark
Manager of Ensembles

NASSA Junior Cricket Gala Day

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NASSA Jnr cricket team

Junior School has had the opportunity to participate in a number of different sporting events this term. The most recent event that the college was involved in was the NASSA Junior Cricket Gala Day.

We arrived at Onslow Oval in Camden on a sunny Thursday morning. The 9 students that attended were confident and excited for the day even though we were a player down. We began our first game batting and started out strong with a couple of our best players on the field. The students played a total of three games on the day, but unfortunately we did not make it into the finals. The competition was tough and our College team tried their best, finishing the day with a positive attitude and a hunger to improve their game.

As the Gala Day finished for our team, a couple of generous parents who attended the day brought us frozen cokes. We ended the day as a team, reflecting on the games played in the warm sun with a very refreshing drink.

 

Jeremy Howard

Junior School Cricket Coach
Winter IPSSO Finals - 19 September 2018

The following teams have been successful in gaining a place in the IPSSO Winter Finals on Wednesday 19 September:

  • Junior Boys Soccer, Senior Boys Soccer
  • Junior AFL, Senior AFL
  • Junior Newcombe Ball and Senior Mod. Volleyball
  • Junior Netball
  • Junior Tee-ball 

Unfortunately our Senior Netball and Senior Softball placed 3rd in the Northern pool and do not progress to the finals series.

 

Games will be held on Wednesday 19 September at the following venues:

Netball, Newcombe Ball and Volleyball and Tee-ball- William Carey Christian School, Bumbera St Preston

AFL – Greenway Park, Greenway Drive Carnes Hill    

Soccer - Hoxton Park Reserve, Wilson Rd Hinchinbrook

 

We wish all our Winter IPSSO teams the very best as they represent the College this week!

Mrs Sharon Evans
P - 6 Sports Coordinator
Talented Athletes Program - Swimming

The TAP Swimming program is designed to identify talented students from Years 3 – 12 and offers an extensive training program to students who have represented Thomas Hassall Anglican College at the NASSA carnival level or above.

In 2018 we extended the program to include an extra day for students to train. 

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the College term (except public holidays)
Time:  5.45am - 7.15am
Venue: Whitlam Leisure Centre - 90A Memorial Avenue, Liverpool
Cost: Fees will be charged per term
Transport: Parents are to make their own arrangements to get children to the pool for a 5.45am start. Students will be transported by mini bus to College at the conclusion of the session.

The squad-based sessions will be structured to adopt best practices and will focus on stroke development and correction, developing strength and endurance. 

Sessions will include race preparation, dives and turns.

Eligibility
The TAP Swimming program is offered to all students who competed at the NASSA Junior or NASSA Senior Swimming Carnival. However, if there is a talented swimmer who did not attend the College Swimming Carnival they may be assessed to be part of the program.

If you would like more information about the TAP Swimming program, please contact Mrs Evans [email protected]

Brochures are available at the College Office.

 
Prep - Year 2 Tabloid Carnivals in Term 4

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These will be held on:

Friday 26 October (Week 2) - Prep Red, Prep White and Kindergarten

Thursday 1 November (Week 3) -  Prep Blue, Prep Purple, Years 1 and 2

A note with information regarding the day will be sent home at the beginning of Term Four.

Mrs Sharon Evans
P-6 Sports Coordinator 
15 years and under Secondary Boys Football program trials for 2019

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Wanderers Senior Boys Soccer

Coach Sonny Makko

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It has been a great year for the 15 years and Under Secondary Boys Football (Soccer) Program, with participating in a range of competitions;  NASSA Football Gala Day, Bill Turner Cup, MISA Football and also the Wanderers’ Cup.  Earlier in the year some of the boys joined the Opens team at the CIS Football Cup.

 

Trials for the 2019 Advanced Pathway Program - 15 years and Under Secondary Boys  Football Program will be held this term:

Date:    Tuesday 25 September

Time:    7.00am - 8.30am

Venue:  College oval.  If we have wet weather, trials will be held in the new Sports Complex (joggers to be worn)

Flyers are currently being printed with information regarding the program and an application form. These will be emailed to all eligible students and paper copies will be made available at Student Reception.

All boys who are 15 years and Under in Secondary School  - Years 7 - 10 in 2019 are eligible to trial.

Current Year 6 boys wishing to join the program are also eligible to trial as they will be in Senior School next year.

The 2019 program commences in Term 4, 2018 and continues into Terms 1, 2 and 3, 2019.

For more information about the program, please contact Mrs Evans.

 
Junior School Sport - Information & Important Dates

Important Junior School Sport Dates

Term Three

Week 9 -           Wednesday 19 September – Winter IPSSO Finals Day

Week 10 -         Tuesday 25 September - APP Secondary Football Trials for 2019 Program - current Year 6 - 9 boys

Week 10 -         Wednesday 26 September – Winter IPSSO Finals - Back-up date

 

TERM FOUR

Week 2 -          Monday 22 October - NASSA Junior AFL Gala Day - Broughton Anglican College (Year 5 and 6)

Week 2 -          Friday 26 October – Prep Red, Prep White and Kindergarten Tabloid Carnival - College oval

Week 3 -          Thursday 1 November – Prep Blue, Prep Purple and Year One and Year Two Tabloid Carnival - College oval

Throughout the year, there are also NSW CIS trials for some sports which do not have a Gala Day as an entry path.  If your child plays representative sport in Softball, AFL, Golf, Hockey or Rugby Union please see Mrs Evans to indicate your expression of interest to be nominated for these sports.  Students need to be in Years 5 or 6 and have represented their Association in their sport.  Information regarding CIS trials and sports available is found at; https://cis.aisnsw.edu.au/Pages/default.aspx

PE & Sport

It is advisable that your child has a refillable drink bottle on Sport and PE days to ensure that they are able to re-hydrate after exercise.  A frozen drink is also a great idea.  All children are required to wear the PE cap or College hat for sporting activities.  

Mrs Sharon Evans
P-6 Sports Coordinator 
2018 Football Development Programs

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Coach Sonny Makko

Soccer

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Senior Boys Soccer Winter IPSSO Champions

Senior Boys Soccer Winter IPSSO Champions

Junior Boys Soccer Winter IPSSO Champions

Junior Boys Soccer Winter IPSSO Champions

2018 Football Development Programs - Kindergarten - Year 8 (afternoon programs)

The College offers Football Development Programs for students in Kinder to Year 8.

The year-long program caters for both boys and girls and will be conducted by our Football Director - Sonny Makko.

The one-hour sessions are designed to improve the skill level of each individual and suited for all abilities.

Students will be involved in fun activities that develop skills and promote understanding of the game.

Students can enrol in more than one day if preferred. The program runs for 35 weeks.

 

Information flyers and application forms for the 2018 football development programs are available at the College Reception.

 

NEWS FLASH!  - we have a position available for the Wednesday K-2 football program in Term Four.

If you are interested, please contact Mrs Evans for more information

 

Program details:

 Kinder - Year 2 Program  Monday        3 - 4pm  - FULL - names placed on waiting list
 Year 3 - Year 8 Program  Tuesday      3 - 4pm  - POSITIONS AVAILABLE 
 Kinder - Year 2 Program  Wednesday  3 - 4pm  -   POSITION  AVAILABLE  
 Year 2 - Year 6 Program Thursday    3 - 4pm  - POSITIONS AVAILABLE 
 K - 6 Girls Only Program  Friday        3 - 4pm    - FULL - names placed on waiting list

                          

For further information, please contact Mrs Evans, P-6 Sports Coordinator and TAP Coordinator - [email protected]

 

 

Mrs Sharon Evans

TAP Coordinator 
NSW CIS Primary Boys Softball

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Last week Alexander G represented the College and NSW CIS at the NSWPSSA Boys Softball Championships in Milperra.

The 3 day tournament got off to a wet start, but this did not dampen the enthusiasm of the team.  They had some hard fought matches, going down to eventual winners Sydney South West by 2-1.

Alex batted well throughout the Championships and played 1st base when fielding.

The NSW CIS team placed 6th overall, which is a fantastic achievement.

Congratulations Alex on a fine performance and we look forward to seeing you trial for the team again next year.

Mrs Sharon Evans
P-6 Sports Coordinator 
NSW CIS Primary Athletics Carnival

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The NSW CIS Primary Athletics Carnival was held on Thursday 13 September  at Homebush Athletics Stadium.

We had 7 students represent NASSA and the College at the carnival.

In tough competition, our students performed brilliantly, achieving great results ad some personal best efforts.

Congratulations to all the students who competed:

  Track events Field events
Ryder W 8 year 100m - 2nd place  
Estella B 12 year 100m - 11th place, 200m - 14th place 12 year High Jump - 7th place, Long Jump - 9th place
Marley R   11 year Discus - 14th place
Matthew M   Junior Discus - 23rd place, Shot Put - 23rd place
Luke M 12 year 100m - 9th place, 200m - 7th place 12 year Long Jump - 2nd place, High Jump - 2nd place, Discus - 7th place
Sofia D 12 year 100m - 19th place, 200m - 18th place  
Ana S   Junior Discus - 9th place

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Special congratulations to Ryder W who won SILVER in 8 year boys 100m and Luke M who won SILVER in 12 years High Jump and Long Jump.  Both boys will represent NSW CIS at the NSW PSSA Athletics Championships 31 October - 1 November.  

Mrs Sharon Evans
P-6 Sport Coordinator

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Holiday Club in the October School Holidays

It also provides opportunities for them to learn about Jesus and the teaching of the Bible.

The programme is presented by trained teachers and experienced children’s group leaders. It includes teaching times, games, competitions, craft, cooking, morning tea, lunch and more.

Families are warmly invited to our Sunday morning church service on the 7th of October at 9:30am. In the service there will be a child focused talk, games, drama and singing. After church there will be free activities for the children, including a jumping castle, games and face painting. A barbeque will be available to buy lunch.

To register please visit http://www.hoxtonparkanglican.com/