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Newsprint Issue 4 – 2 May 2014 De La Salle College

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Newsprint Issue 4 – 2 May 2014

De La Salle College

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FROM THE PRINCIPAL

Dear Members of the De La Salle Community, As I write we are already almost two weeks into Term 2 and there is a great deal to report and a great deal in store for the next few weeks. As a Catholic and Lasallian Community we have some significant landmarks to acknowledge in recent weeks. Last Sunday’s canonisation of Pope John XX111 and Pope John Paul 11 provided an opportunity to reflect on their relevance and messages for those of

us involved in Catholic education. Both men were regarded as visionaries and great reformers – something all of us in education should be aspiring to emulate as we strive to improve our College and the education we provide our young men within. With Pope John XX111 initiating the Second Vatican Council in 1959 and Pope John Paul 11 being an key influential figure in its interpretation and implementation, they both recognised the need for change and dealt with the challenges initiating significant change brings. Of direct relevance to our students, Pope John Paul 11 was the founder of the internationally popular World Youth Day. The 1st of April represents another significant chapter in our Lasallian history. In 1714 St John Baptist de La Salle was in the south of France and during his stay with the Brothers in Grenoble he visited a nearby place of pilgrimage called Parmenie, where he would have like to have retired in peace. Back in Grenoble, a letter arrived for de La Salle from “the principal Brothers”, dated 1st April 1714, appealing to him - actually ordering him – to return and take charge of the Society which he had founded. After consulting with Louise Hours, a local woman renowned for her wisdom and holiness, de La Salle decided he had no option but to obey. It is now 300 years since this important event which resulted in our founder returning to his mission and vocation. Our contemporary Lasallian mission and ministry owes a great deal to the leadership and vision of the founder at this time and 300 years on we still rely on so many of his most simple instructions in dealing with students on an everyday basis. Next Friday, 9 May, is opening night for Footloose, the 2014 College Musical at the Alexander Theatre, Monash University. I must thank Ms Cindy Frost, Mr Andrew Murrell and Ms Olivia Wenczel for their tireless efforts over countless hours with the music, singing and choreography rehearsals. Also, of course the cast of a great many of our boys and their Sacre Coeur peers. This promises to be a tremendous event, so please support our cast and crew and come along on Friday night, Saturday afternoon or evening. Tickets are available at www.monash.edu/mapa Friday, 2 May was our inaugural Mother’s Day Breakfast. Organised by the terrific 2014 Parent Network under the precise stewardship of Julie Car and her team, this is shaping up as a huge success with about 330 mothers and sons attending to enjoy a breakfast together and listen to a guest speaker from the McGrath Foundation. This is an innovation designed to increase our community participation and its tremendous to see so many families supporting the event. Please check the website next week for a report and photos from the morning and keep an eye out for details of the Father’s Day Breakfast to be held in September. Finally, Happy Mother’s Day to all our mothers in the De La community. I hope it is a special day for you all and the boys take appropriate measures to spoil you accordingly, preferably showing a little initiative! All at De La Salle would like to congratulate Stephen Ciavarella, College Dux, Class of 2013, who on Tuesday, received the Premier’s VCE Award for Biology, 2013. The Award recognises the significant achievement of Victoria's highest achieving students in each subject and pays tribute to their teachers and families. Stephen received a perfect study score of 50 for Biology and the Premier’s Award is testimony to Stephen’s knowledge and commitment in this study. Stephen accepted his award at a packed Melbourne Convention Centre in front of his proud family, Unit 3 & 4 Biology teacher, Mr Paul Harrup and Deputy Principal, Tom Ryan. It is also worth noting that in 2012 Stephen also received the Premier's Award for his perfect score of 50 in Further Mathematics. To win two Premier’s Awards is

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largely unheard of and this is a simply outstanding achievement on Stephen's part. By virtue of his exceptional ATAR Score of 99.90 Stephen has been granted a Melbourne National Scholarship to study Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne. We wish Stephen continued success in his studies as he pursues a career in the field of medicine. It was great to meet so many students and parents at the Parent-Teacher Interviews on Wednesday and Thursday at the end of last term. These are critical opportunities for students to review their work with teachers and in partnership with parents, set goals for improved learning in Term 2, especially as we approach Semester 1 exams. Mission Action Day on Friday, 4 April - as expected with so many devoted and organised staff on the Committee - was an unqualified success. A special thank you to Ian Oliver and the MAD Committee who have met at 7:45am each Tuesday in Term 1 to plan the logistics. The pledged amount for 2014 is a record $103,600 which is simply marvellous. Besides running like clockwork from an administrative point of view, the students' involvement and behaviour was pretty much impeccable. I walked the whole 12km course, so obviously saw many students, if not the majority at some point and they all followed directions, chatted to mates and just enjoyed the day. This is a direct result of the positive relationships they enjoy with their Homeroom Teachers and the staff in general, something of which we can all be justifiably proud. The collection of monies was due to be completed this week, and I ask that any student who has not returned thee pledged amount do so as soon as possible. As an event in aid of our Lasallian partners around the world, this is a tremendous expression of our College's commitment to Social Justice. The Easter break saw the LOTE Department conduct tours to Italy and France. French and Italian language students took advantage of this tremendous opportunity to immerse themselves in the respective cultures, attend language schools, experience homestays with local host families and see the extraordinary sights so prevalent in Europe. Thank you to Thierry Moran, Christine Cooper and Kathie Holmes for leading the French tour and Liliana Russo, Emma D’Angelo and Shane Mackintosh for looking after the Italian trip. Both parties reported our Lasallian boys made them feel very proud. Their behaviour could not be faulted. They were polite, always grateful, punctual and overall such very good company. They showed interest in everything they did and saw and have left a lasting impression with the staff and home stay families at De La Salle in Rennes for the French tourists and Orvieto in Umbria for the Italians. As for the boys themselves, they have experienced another way of life and culture that will stay with them for a long time. Learning a language has now given them another way to look at life and I am sure it has only boosted their enthusiasm to learn more of this language and hopefully other languages as well. All in all, a wonderful group of young men that should be complimented for their great attitude and impeccable behaviour in representing the College so well. On Thursday, 24 April the College held our annual ANZAC Day service. In a moving and appropriate combination of prayer, tradition and history the service paid tribute to our fallen from each conflict from World War I right through to our current engagement in Afghanistan. In addition, a group of our students attended the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at East Malvern RSL. “The air was still and brisk, the hour early. The occasion, one of reverence to commemorate past and present servicemen and women, was attended by John Buchanan (College Leader), Liam O’Callaghan (College Leader), Matthew Swinnerton (College Leader), Laurence Tiong (Year 12 student) and Joshua Talbot (Year 12 student). After our own ANZAC Day liturgy held on the Thursday, it was fitting that De La Salle was also represented at our local ANZAC Day service, and able to stand alongside numerous members of the community to pay our respects and be present in remembering those that sacrificed so much.

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Left to Right: Joshua Talbot, Laurence Tiong, John Buchanan, Liam O’Callaghan, Matthew Swinnerton Lest we forget. Ms Olivia Wenczel, College Leaders Coordinator” Finally, on behalf of all in the College community I wish Ms Trish Burke and her partner Richard all the very best for their wedding this Saturday. Also, Ms Jo Dixon was married to Damien Ash during the Easter holidays and we also wish them a long and happy life together.

Peter Houlihan Principal

REST IN PEACE Noeline Harris – Sister-In-Law of Ellenor (Staff member) passed away on Wednesday, 2 April after a long illness. Ken Brodrick – Father of Tim Brodrick (Staff member) passed away on Sunday, 13 April after a relatively short stay in hospital. Margaret McDermott – Sister to Mary Kiernan (Staff member) passed away suddenly on Monday, 14 April. We will of course keep Ellenor, Tim, Mary and their extended families in our thoughts and prayers.

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YEAR 5, 7 & 9 NAPLAN TESTING The National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a national assessment and reporting program in English and Mathematics for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The results of the tests provide diagnostic information for parents and teachers about a student’s performance in Literacy and Numeracy. This information can be used to support each student’s teaching and learning programs and improve student achievement. Testing of our Year 5, 7 & 9 students will take place this year on Tuesday 13 May, Wednesday 14 May and Thursday 15 May.

Mark Gustincic Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning

SEMESTER 2 COMMENCEMENT To better align the timetables across campuses and balance the tuition time over the two halves of the year, this year Semester 2 classes will be commencing for Years 4 to 12 students from Monday, 12 June. This immediately follows the mid-year exam period and is two weeks prior to the end of Term Two. Students and parents are advised to be prepared with all required books and materials for the smooth commencement of Semester 2 classes, especially in instances of a new semester-length subject beginning. Subject re-selection applications for Semester 2 subjects will be explained and made available for students in the coming weeks. Students intending to apply for re-selection will need to be alert to the process and ensure that deadlines for submission of forms are met.

Mark Gustincic Deputy Principal – Teaching and Learning

REVIEW OF THE DE LA SALLE COLLEGE UNIFORM 2014 The College uniform has been compulsory for all students since the school commenced in 1912. Today the College uniform remains a key part of the College’s identity and provides students with a sense of pride and belonging to their school. During the period May to September, a review of the clothing components of the College uniform will occur. A Working Committee comprising staff, students and parents will be formed during May to review the College uniform and make recommendations for the uniform requirements for the next five years. Parents will be invited to work on the Uniform Review Committee by completing a reply slip. A copy of this letter will be emailed to families.

Tom Ryan Deputy Principal – Pastoral Care and Organisation

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STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Alex Di Medio (Year 12, 2013) recently competed at the 2014 National Junior Athletic Championship in Sydney with great success. Alex was awarded a Bronze medal in the 400m hurdles where he ran a personal best time of 54.13 seconds, a Silver medal in the 4 x 400m relay, and was a finalist in 400m where he ran another personal best time of 49.00. He also competed in the Open Championships and came 4th in the 400m hurdle. An amazing effort Alex, congratulations! Jack Giles (Year 11) has been selected to play in the Under 17 Victorian Schools Baseball Team in May this year.

Peter Harte Director of Sport

CHAPLAIN’S NOTES Easter Season Since our last Newsprint there has been much activity surrounding the Chapel. Following a whole school memorial of the Easter Feasts, our primary classes gathered for their own pageant. Year 6 students had prepared Stations of the Cross in sculptured wire and to the music of Avici’s “Hey Brother” portrayed the Gospel accounts in cameo performances. The Year 4’s, under the creative eye of Mrs Finn, wove together a tapestry of the Easter story in an art work created in an Australian indigenous representation. The Year 5 students highlighted the message by leading us all in a festival of light as each student added their lit taper to the sand we were reminded in song that Jesus asked us to “Do this in Memory of Me”. First Reconciliation:

Last Tuesday evening the Chapel filled with excited chatter as families gathered to celebrate the Second Rite of Reconciliation for the first time. It was a joyous occasion celebrated by Father Brendan Dillon, an Old Boy of the College. Father Dillon spoke to the boys and their families about being true to themselves and standing up for what they believe in. Mr Houlihan, Principal, presented the students with a gift and congratulated them on taking this step towards a deeper relationship with the Lord. Confirmation will be celebrated on Sunday, 10th August, 2014,

11.00 a.m. Mass at St Anthony’s Parish Glen Huntly. Classes will commence shortly. Please feel free to contact me should you require further information on 9508 2161 or email: [email protected] Joan Ferguson College Chaplain

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STUDENT WELLBEING Brotherhood Without Banners A representative group of students from our 40-stong “Brotherhood” group attended the recent “Supanova” Convention at the Showgrounds during the holidays. It gathered a huge number of people who share an interest in comic books, animation/cartoons, science-fiction, pulp TV/movies, toys, console gaming, trading cards, fantasy, entertainment technology, books and internet sites. Part of the entertainment is to “cosplay” –i.e.- dress as characters from whatever aspect of Supanova is of interest. The photo below depicts the characters of Dave Stryder, Dead Pool, Gandalf and The 10th Doctor Who. The venue was packed and it was an exciting and enjoyable day. The group operates in four sections - each section is currently planning and creating their own games.

Parenting Teenage Daredevils Managing teenagers who have a little too much zest for life, diving head first into situations without thinking them through requires an understanding of both their inner and outer worlds, writes Lakshmi Singh. If you were constantly holding your breath or administering first aid as your child was growing up, you probably were raising one of those thrill-seeking, adrenalin-charged, daredevils who loved to experiment and take risks in order to entertain themselves. As they approached their teenage years, these risks might have evolved to being more sophisticated than just jumping off the top of a tree or the “look mum, no hands” type of stunts, from binge drinking to irresponsible driving to train surfing, your teenager may be indulging in risky behaviours that may ultimately change the entire family’s life. The teenage years are some of the most valuable years of a person’s life and can also be the most vulnerable, therefore it is highly important that parents and carers understand what is driving this behaviour and know how to manage these tendencies in their daredevil child. Hormones Andrew Fuller highlights four hormones that influence a teenager’s ‘mood’. Adrenaline – responsible for generating the feelings of being ‘revved up’ and on a ‘red cordial high’, cortisol – the stress hormone contributing to defensive, exaggerated actions, dopamine – which can create the ‘switched-on, pumped-up state’ and serotonin – the “most powerful antidepressant known to humankind.” The former two chemicals are what you want the least of when raising teenagers, says Fuller. “Once a tricky kid gets an adrenaline rush, trying to change their behaviour is a complete waste of time,” he says. Stress from family life, school or peers can also increase cortisol, so it is important for families to provide low levels of stimulation and develop routines to lessen the strain and make their children feel safe from violence, ridicule or humiliation, he adds.

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In contrast, dopamine and serotonin are what you want to see more of, says Fuller. Children low in dopamine display tired and lethargic behaviour, which is why they seek out excitement through risky stunts to lift their mood and achieve that ‘pumped-up high,’ explains Fuller. Boys Versus Girls The different goals of each gender within their social groups also influence teenagers’ actions, says Parenting Ideas’ own Michael Grose. The focus for girls at this age is often on achieving social success and they may engage in risky behaviour such as alcohol consumption and unprotected sex. He refers to the book Queen Bees & Wannabees where the author Rosalind Wiseman describes girls and their social hierarchies to include a ‘Queen Bee’ and her group of ‘Wannabes’. Most girls are ‘Wannabes’ says Wiseman and are trying to be accepted by the ‘Queen Bee’. This may involve doing all the dirty work just to “please the person who’s standing above her on the social totem pole.” In comparison, Grose says that boys don’t want to be seen amongst their peers as being foolish. “Boys will look at each other and do what the group does,” he says. This may mean taking risks and pushing boundaries. From Michael Grose. Parenting Skills.

Pascal Rohan Director of Student Wellbeing

COOLIES ARE SELLING ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS

Looking for a special gift, or something just for you? Entertainment books are great value at $65 each. Buying through De La Salle Coolies Project contribute funds towards this annual social justice initiative. You can choose between, your old favourite, the usual Entertainment Book with card & coupons or the new smartphone digital membership.

Entertainment™ Books are packed with hundreds of discounts and savings, many up to 50% off or 2-for-1 offers for the best restaurants, cafes, hotel accommodation, attractions and activities. Virtually all of the offers in the Entertainment Book are restriction-free and can be used whenever you like. The businesses do not pay to be included, they are selected based on awards, reviews and personal recommendations. The new Book is only $65, and you’ll receive $20,000 worth of valuable offers until 1 June, 2015. So you can choose what you want to do and when you want to do it. How to Order: To order on-line and pay by credit card: https://www.entertainmentbook.com.au/orderbooks/196p265

*Can collect the hardcopy book from Tiverton Office at De La Salle College **Digital membership – just follow the instructional email.

For further information about Entertainment Books or De La Salle Coolies contact Larry Evans at [email protected]

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CENTENARY OF WAR PROJECT This year marks the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, also known as the Great War, the war to end all wars. As we all know the world faced an even deadlier conflict 20 years later, both of these conflicts having a profound effect on Australia and the world. For many of us our families chose to call Australia home after these conflicts and the modern day Multicultural Australia was forged. To commemorate these conflicts we are asking members of the De La Salle community to contribute a photo of a family member/s to be displayed to tell the story of 20th century conflict from the point of view of current families at De La Salle. Photos from the period of WWI, WWII, Korea or Vietnam are all welcome, including photos of those not necessarily directly involved in conflict such as women on the home front. We are asking families to contribute a reproduction of the original photo as although we will take care to return all items we obviously don’t want to risk originals being damaged or lost. Most photo processing shops can now reproduce old photos quite cheaply and any sizes are acceptable with a 5x8 being an ideal size for display. We are also asking families to provide some brief information about the photo, including, but not limited to:

• Who is in the photo?

• Where was the photo taken?

• When and where they were born and year they died?

• Country they served and role in the forces if applicable?

• Where they fought?

• Date they immigrated to Australia if applicable.

• Number of children, job after the war and any other interesting facts you wish to share.

• Most important the family name of the current students/staff at De La Salle. Information you provide will form part of the display so please don’t include information that you don’t wish to share with others. Families can submit more than one photo, however, depending on the response we may not be able to display them all. It is hoped the display will be ready to be viewed at the school in August to coincide with the outbreak of WWI and we plan to have an open evening to launch the exhibit. I ask that photos with accompanying information are handed to the main office of either campus and directed to myself at Tiverton or Georgina Dwyer at Kinnoull. I think this will be a great learning opportunity for the students at De La Salle and a great way for us all to share our stories and remember those who suffered to protect our freedoms. If you have any questions in regard to this please contact me at the College.

Andy Wozencroft History Teacher

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HUMANITIES AT DE LA SALLE Students studying History and Geography in Years 7 to 10, had a very busy Term 1. With the introduction this year of the Australian Curriculum to Geography, students were engaged in a range of new topics that challenged them to think, analyse and develop their own viewpoint on a range of issues. Year 7 students had a visit from Melbourne Water. The boys were shown a model of an urban catchment, which they used to evaluate management strategies for conserving water. The Year 8 classes have visited a number of local coastlines, investigating various landforms and processes, whilst the Year 10 students have assessed the management of coastal erosion at Hampton and Brighton Beaches. Students have been out in the field, observing, recording, sketching and photographing these locations. iPads and similar devices have made the collection of this information so much easier. VCE Geography students have furthered developed their fieldwork skills. The Year 11 topic of Natural Environments was investigated through a study of 4 coasts stretching from Seaford Beach to Portsea Ocean Beach. The Year 12 class completed the term of fieldwork considering Chapel Street as a local resource. Year 10 History students have been investigating World War II, the causes and impacts. A visit to the Jewish Holocaust Centre to hear from a survivor brought home to the students the grim reality of this war for many of its casualties. The students were left with the message that it is important that we don't hate. For the teachers involved, it has been rewarding to share these experiences with the students.

Georgina Dwyer Humanities

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2014 ACC OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS Our ACC Open Golf Team was unable to defend their Division 1 Title at Northern Golf Club on Thursday, 29 April and finished in 4th place behind Parade, St Bede's and the 2014 Champions, St Bernard's. With only one Year 12 student in our team this year (4 Year 12's in 2013) the future looks bright as we rebuild our Senior Golf Team with our younger students proving to be very competitive. Our Top 5 players all shot sub 90 rounds and special mention to Kristoff Soliven, our youngest player, who was the Best DLS Golfer at the tournament. Kristoff is in Year 7 Dunstan with a Handicap of 6 and he scored 81. Thank you to Ken Stokes who has filled the void as Senior Golf Coach following the retirement of Norm Stewart. Ken ensured that we assembled our best possible ACC Golf Team and we hope that 2015 will see us return back to the top in the ACC Open Golf Ranks. Our Junior Golfers (Year 7 - 10) can now look forward to the ACC Junior Golf Championship early in Term 4 on Friday October 10th.

OCEANIA YOUTH CHAMPIONSHIPS Congratulations to our Weightlifting Captain, James Delaney (Year 12D), who has been selected for the 2014 Youth Weightlifting Championships. The Youth games are being held in New Caledonia from May 28 - 31 and James will compete in the Under 20, 56kg Category. Good luck James and we look forward to hearing about your experience upon your return.

Peter Harte Director of Sport

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PARENT NETWORK

The Parent Network had a busy Term I with the introduction of a new committee executive. We ran two successful evenings during this term. The first event was The Welcome to 2014 Pizza Night, which was well attended. Every one enjoyed mingling around the PAC either catching up with old friends or meeting new parents of the school. Mr Rustic Pizza kept the pizzas going all night. At the end of March the Primary School parents had an evening in the PAC. The night was lot of fun and Peter Houlihan and his wife Cate came along to meet many of the parents in the primary school. Yet again it was a night of meeting up with new and old parents of the primary school plus many old boys from De La Salle enjoying the impromptu reunion. Also in Term 1 we reintroduced Class/Year Level Representatives. The Year Level Representatives have been busy already arranging morning teas and other events for your son’s year level. Look out in Term 2 for an email from your Class Representatives. Term 2 starts with the Mother's Day breakfast on Friday 2nd May. Our first Mother’s Day breakfast at De La Salle and we hope for many more as today was attended by about 350 people. Mum’s enjoyed a bit of time with their sons at breakfast and then had a guest speaker from The McGrath Foundation. What a fantastic way to start the day. A big thank you to the organisers of the Mother’s Day Breakfast, Julie Car, Marg O’Dwyer, Lora Domine and Abbigail Grier who orgainised the guest speaker from the McGrath Foundation. Well done ladies! Dad’s don’t worry we have a Father’s day breakfast lined up for you. Book the date in, to have breakfast with your son/s on Wednesday, 27 August. More details of this breakfast in Term 3. Regarding the Major Fundlraiser in August, please note the date is now Saturday, 16th August, mark the date down in your calendar. We have a new twist to the Major Fundraiser this year!! Further details will be out in Term 2. The Parent Network now has an email address, if you have any queries regarding a Parent Network function or ideas that could be useful, please contact us via the email address or come along to our monthly meetings. Our next meeting will be held on the 2 June at 7.30pm in the Boardroom. The Parent Network email address [email protected] On behalf of the Parent Network Cate Robertson & Louisa Salmon

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WHAT’S HAPPENING (some reminders)

MAY Friday, 2 May Tour of College, 9.15am

Old Collegian 20 Year Reunion

Monday, 5 May College Production Week

Tuesday, 6 May Year 7 and 9 Immunisations (2nd Round)

Wednesday, 7 May Information Evening for prospective Year 11 students from St James College – 5:30pm – 7pm in St Miguel Theatre, Kinnoull Campus

PACTS Workshop for Year 10 Parents – Kinnoull Library, 7.00pm to 8.30pm (Bookings through www.trybooking.com/ERUH)

Thursday, 8 May Year 8 ACC Soccer commences

Friday, 9 May College Production – Footloose, 7.30pm

Saturday, 10 May College Production – Footloose, 2.00pm and 7.30pm

Sunday, 11 May Mother’s Day

Tuesday, 13 May NAPLAN Testing, Years 5, 7 and 9 – Day 1

Wednesday, 14 May NAPLAN Testing, Years 5, 7 and 9 – Day 2 PACTS Workshop for Year 10 Parents – Kinnoull Library, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Thursday, 15 May Feast of St. John Baptist de La Salle Year 7 and 8 ACC Football commences NAPLAN Testing, Years 5, 7 and 9 – Day 3

Friday, 16 May School Celebration of the Feast of St. John Baptis de La Salle Founder’s Day Mass and Celebrations until 1.00pm

Monday, 19 May SYDSA Primary Cross-Country Carnival at Fawkner Park, 10.00am to 1.00pm ACCent Concert Workshop (Vocal/Percussion) – St Bernard’s College VCE Music Recital – PAC, 4.30pm

Wednesday, 21 May Trial GAT – Unit 3 and 4 students, 9.00am to 12.00pm

Saturday, 24 May Mary Help of Christians

Tuesday, 27 May Semester 1 Drama Night – PAC, 7.30pm

Thursday, 29 May Ascension of the Lord

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