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Congratulaons to Year 7 students, Evie Brash and Xenia Hacke who together with Rose Murphy scooped the pool of prizes at last weekend’s Central Ten Wearable Art Awards. Evie and Rose’s creaon was modelled to perfecon by Xenia and Rose and the audience recognised and appreciated the construcon and presentaon. The three young entrants won the Sustainable Couture Encouragement Award, Jen Standish-White Youth Award and the Brian Tucker Fantasia Award. St Philip’s was well represented at the awards and shows the breadth of creave talent in our community with many current and past students and staff exhibing their creaons, modelling or performing. Well done everyone! St Philip’s College Newsletter Dear Parents, 1 November 2013 Schwarz Crescent, PO Box 33, Alice Springs NT 0870 AUSTRALIA l Ph: 61- 8 - 8950 4511 l Fax: 61- 8 - 8950 4522 l Email: [email protected] l Web: www.stphilips.nt.edu.au This week we welcomed Bruce McKay, Margaret & Ian Wheatley and Kevin and Lina Goode to St Philip’s, when Bruce made his annual visit to present the McKay House captains with their es. This tradion and the close associa- on the College maintains with College Founder, Fred McKay’s family is very important to us all. As Bruce menoned to the College community at Wednesday’s assembly, it was his father’s (Rev Dr Fred McKay) choice to build a residenal college here in Alice Springs and what a marvellous choice. It’s nearly 50 years since the residenal college opened and in that me the College has grown to include the day school (which will be celebrang its 25th anniversary next year) and our student numbers for 2014 are nearing 700. The success of the College has been due to the vision and dedicaon of Headmaster, Chris Tudor and the hard work and commitment of past and present staff, students, parents and supporters. The potenal of the College and our students connues to grow and evolve, and as I menoned this week, each and every per- son has a choice in how this is developed and put to use. Making the right choices is vital in harnessing the abilies and giſts that we have been given. What’s In This Issue Wearable Art Winners Deputy Headmaster’s Message..................................... Wearable Art Winners.................................................... Enrol now for 2015........................................................ King of the Hills.............................................................. Girls’ Boarding News...................................................... Boys’ Boarding News..................................................... St Philip’s Orientaon Week 2013................................. Year 11 Exam Timetable Semester 2.................................. Triathlon Record Smashed............................................. Chaplain’s Message........................................................ 1 1 1 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 Yours sincerely, Chris Leesong Deputy Headmaster Evie Brash & Xenia Hackett King of the Hills Competors in the recent King of the Hills would like to thank Jan and Grant Heaslip for their connued sponsorship of this event and testament to the ath- lec abilies of many of our students. Paul Standish also competed in the 39th annual King of the Hills. Above: Rose Murphy, Evie Brash and Xenia Hacke with their well-deserved collecon of awards. Image: © Oliver Eclipse (Used with kind permission) Enrol now for 2015 Enrolments now being accepted for Year 7, 2015
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Congratulations to Year 7 students, Evie Brash and Xenia Hackett who together with Rose Murphy scooped the pool of prizes at last weekend’s Central Ten Wearable Art Awards.
Evie and Rose’s creation was modelled to perfection by Xenia and Rose and the audience recognised and appreciated the construction and presentation. The three young entrants won the Sustainable Couture Encouragement Award, Jen Standish-White Youth Award and the Brian Tucker Fantasia Award.
St Philip’s was well represented at the awards and shows the breadth of creative talent in our community with many current and past students and staff exhibiting their creations, modelling or performing. Well done everyone!
St Philip’s CollegeNewsle t t er
Dear Parent s ,
1 November 2013Schwarz Crescent, PO Box 33, Alice Springs NT 0870 AUSTRALIA l Ph: 61- 8 - 8950 4511 l Fax: 61- 8 - 8950 4522 l Email: [email protected] l Web: www.stphilips.nt.edu.au
This week we welcomed Bruce McKay, Margaret & Ian Wheatley and Kevin and Lina Goode to St Philip’s, when Bruce made his annual visit to present the McKay House captains with their ties.
This tradition and the close associa-tion the College maintains with College Founder, Fred McKay’s family is very important to us all.
As Bruce mentioned to the College community at Wednesday’s assembly, it was his father’s (Rev Dr Fred McKay) choice to build a residential college here in Alice Springs and what a marvellous choice. It’s nearly 50 years since the residential college opened and in that time the College has grown to include the day school (which will be celebrating its 25th anniversary next year) and our student numbers for 2014 are nearing 700.
The success of the College has been due to the vision and dedication of Headmaster, Chris Tudor and the hard work and commitment of past and present staff, students, parents and supporters.
The potential of the College and our students continues to grow and evolve, and as I mentioned this week, each and every per-son has a choice in how this is developed and put to use. Making the right choices is vital in harnessing the abilities and gifts that we have been given.
What’s In This Issue
Wearable Art Winners
Deputy Headmaster’s Message.....................................Wearable Art Winners....................................................Enrol now for 2015........................................................King of the Hills..............................................................Girls’ Boarding News......................................................Boys’ Boarding News.....................................................St Philip’s Orientation Week 2013.................................Year 11 Exam Timetable Semester 2..................................Triathlon Record Smashed.............................................Chaplain’s Message........................................................
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Yours sincerely,
Chris Leesong Deputy Headmaster
Evie Brash & Xenia Hackett
King of the HillsCompetitors in the recent King of the Hills would like to thank Jan and Grant Heaslip for their continued sponsorship of this event and testament to the ath-letic abilities of many of our students. Paul Standish also competed in the 39th annual King of the Hills.
Above: Rose Murphy, Evie Brash and Xenia Hackett with their well-deserved collection of awards. Image: © Oliver Eclipse (Used with kind permission)
Enrol now for 2015Enrolments now being accepted for Year 7, 2015
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Just like any other family, our boarding family has its ups and downs and last week was a challenging one for our boarders. I think we were all very pleased to reach the weekend and enjoy some down time either out with friends or relaxing in the dorms. On Friday we relaxed with movies and on Saturday we went ten pin bowling which we all enjoyed. Any previous boarding bowling records were well and truly bowled over by Kris Wheeler who proved himself not only a pro soccer player but a smooth operator on the bowling alleys with an impressive 169, at least 40 points ahead of
Girls’ Boarding NewsBowling & Movies...
Above: Brooke and Kirsten brought little sister Megan bowling
Above: Kate and friends enjoying bowling
anyone else! Well done Kris! We’re wonder-ing what other talents he’s keeping hidden! On Sunday we swam, went to the stadium and got ready for the week ahead. This coming weekend we’ll be going to the Year 11 play, going on a Progressive dinner on Saturday night, and those who have cho-sen to, will be going to archery on Sunday morning. We’ll also be re-starting Friday fitness - a great way to start the weekend.
Marg Stevenson Head of Girls’ Boarding
3 Strikes in a row...Boys’ Boarding News
It was another fun filled weekend in boys’ boarding. Friday night was the usual movie night, with the boys watching a selection of DVDs. On Saturday evening all the board-ers who were in for the weekend went ten-pin bowling at the Dustbowl. Wayde Shadforth was the king pin, with a total score of 118, followed closely by Mitchell McCormack on 117 and Isaac Motna on 113. Ethan Bowman also showed some glimpses of brilliance with 3 strikes in a row!
With the summer months ahead of us, it means many of the boys have now started up summer sports. Zach White has started well in the local U17 cricket competition and Jake Auricht is also playing in the U15 competition and had a match last Wednesday for the St Philip’s junior side.
Above: The boys and the girls enjoyed their time at the bowling alley
Above: Corby, William and Kate had fun on Saturday night
Ethan, William Stojic, Wayde and Hayden McGregor are all playing soccer in the sum-mer 7s competition which starts this Thurs-day. Their team “A.S. Milan” are favourites to take out the U15 competition. Corby Borrett, William, Ethan, Mitchell, Isaac, Kaea Pomare, Mishai Elvey and Hayden are all playing hockey on a Monday afternoon. Kaea made his debut last Monday and impressed with two goals. Ethan has also been performing well and has been a con-sistent goal scorer!
Just a reminder it is Exeat weekend next weekend, November 8th until Sunday 10thNovember.
Kris WheelerHead of Boys’ Boarding
New Parent Information EveningOver 200 new parents and students attended the Information evening on Monday evening.
They heard all about the College and were able to meet Department Heads and ask questions.
Please see the Orientation Week program on the opposite page, highlighting when
students are scheduled to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact Carol Leesong on 8950 4501 or email:[email protected]
Right: Part of the crowd at the New Parent and Student Information Night on 28 October
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Year 11 Exam Timetable Semester 2
Triathlon Record SmashedThe College triathlon season is on again and two weeks into the Term 4 season James Steer and Jasper Edwards have both broken the long standing College Student Record held by Mitch Scott. James’ time of 17 minutes and 2 seconds took almost 20 seconds off the old mark.
Jasper Edwards was also under the old time, finishing in 17:13. Some “smart” racing saw both boys take a huge chunk out of their personal best times. Alia Clark-ElSayed and Jordyn Kindness (who is too young to attend St Philip’s College, but is joining us in 2014) also set some of the fastest female times seen since Jess Fuller was at the College.
With a few weeks to go there is a good chance these records will fall further. With a few minor tweaks to their race strategy can James or Jasper beat Mr Knott’s best time of 17 minutes flat to become the first Philipians to complete the course in under 17 mintues? Will Jordyn or Alia become the fastest females to complete the course? Come along on Friday mornings to find out. Racing starts at 6:30am sharp and is followed by breakfast. Tony Knott Head of PE
Vacancy - Junior Casual Position
Betts are currently seeking a Junior Casual to work Saturdays, with some after school shifts, and Christmas/school holidays .
Please call into Betts at Yeperenye with your resume, or ring Laurel on 0400 770 786.
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This newsletter is produced weekly by the PR & Marketing Department, St Philip’s College. Please submit contributions to: Jill Jansons (08) 8950 4561 or email: [email protected] Deadline for Friday’s issue is 5pm on the preceding Tuesday.
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You say: It’s impossibleGod says: All things are possible (Lk.18:27)
You say: I’m too tiredGod says: I will give you rest (Mt. 11:28-30)
You say: Nobody loves meGod says: I love you (Jn 3:16)
You say: I can’t go onGod says: My grace is sufficient (2 Cor. 12:9)
You say: I can’t figure things outGod says: I will direct your steps (Prov.3:5-6)
You say: I can’t do itGod says: You can do all things (Phil.4:13)
You say: I’m not ableGod says: I am able (2 Cor. 9:8)
You say: It’s not worth itGod says: It will be worth it (Rom. 8:28)You say: I can’t forgive myself
God says: I forgive you (1 John 1:9)
You say: I can’t manageGod says: I will supply all your needs (Phil. 4:19)
Chaplain’s MessageYou Say, God Says
Tuesday 5 November ~ Griffiths House Chapel Service
moNday 4 November ~ World Interact Day ~ Year 12 SACE Written Exams Commence ~ Last Cookie Bookie Club For 2013
WedNesday 6 November ~Sports Assembly~Emails sent for overdue library resources
Thursday 7 November ~ Topsy Smith House Chapel Service~ Junior Play - 7.oopm, Fred McKay Education Centre, Theatrette
Friday 8 November~ Interact/Round Square Whole School Uniform Free Day ~ Year 8 ICILS Test (Selected Students) ~ Year 10 (2014) Mittagundi Expressions Of Interest to: [email protected] ~ Junior Play - 7.oopm, Fred McKay Education Centre, Theatrette ~ Boarders’ Exeat Weekend
What’s Happening in
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Are you leaving us at the end of the year?
Waiting lists for Year 7, 8 and 9 have already been established, and other year levels are in high demand.
If your son/daughter will not be returning in 2014, please notify the College by email or in writing ASAP.
If you would still like to enrol a student for 2014, please contact Mrs Carol Leesong on 8950 4501 or
Class lists for 2014 are filling up quickly!
Giants netball club wants you!
We’re looking for individuals or teams who would like to join our friendly club.
Experienced or not, young, old, player, coach or umpire, all are welcome!
Maybe you’re thinking of starting a new sport or are new to town; we’d love to hear from you.
Age divisions and game times are:Under 9’s 9:00am
Under 11’s 10:00amUnder 13’s 11:00amUnder 15’s 12:00pm
Under 17’s and open divisions all play at either 1:30, 3:00 or 4:30Games are played on SaturdaysSeason starts 15th March 2014
For more information contact Crystal: [email protected] or check out our Facebook page: Neata Glass Giants Netball Club
