THEGLOBEIssue 6 / Friday 11 March 2016

Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600info@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

www.gleeson.sa.edu.au24Hr Absentee Line T: 8289 0438

Student Services T: 8282 6634

2016 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY BREAKFAST: ‘PLEDGE FOR PARITY’

Six female members of our Stage 2 Society and Culture Class had a wonderful experience attending a special breakfast recognising International Women’s Day at St Patrick’s College on Tuesday.

The girls, who were invited guests of the Stage 2 Hair and Beauty/Food & Hospitality Class, enjoyed a lovely breakfast provided by the College’s trainee chefs and had the opportunity to listen to a series of female guest speakers across industry and business speak of their experiences in their respective fields. It was a truly inspirational morning; the guest speakers sharing with us their journeys - the importance of setting and chasing goals, evaluating and adapting one’s chosen path, actively seeking mentors and, the importance of believing in oneself. This was a truly memorable experience.

The theme this year was ‘Pledge for Parity’.All guests were asked to donate an item to the charity, Essentials for Women. This worthwhile charity provides basic but costly personal care items for women in need. We would like to thank the following guest speakers for their inspirational stories – role models that all people, regardless of gender, can be inspired by:

Leah Harrison: “I choose to surround myself with people that I know are better…it rubs off.”Tiffany Browne: “You can never dream too big. But you need to have a plan to get there. Chunk your plan into increments. Surround yourself with people you admire.”Sarah Voigt: “You’ve got to make relationships with people you work with.”Rogina McDonald: “People around you might doubt you. Don’t ever think that things are impossible. Follow a career that you absolutely love. Find what it is that you enjoy. Look at the steps that take you there.”Amy Rust (co-founder: Essentials for Women): “We can do a small bit… it’s a collaborative effort.”

Emily Adcock: (Representative for Domestic Violence Shelter): “It’s important to support those in need.”

Our Gleeson students had the following to say of their experience:

“It was an inspirational event to educate women of all ages to aspire and never give

up. The guest speakers assured us that whilst things may not always go to plan, being persistent in overcoming the issues you face will help you achieve success and

happiness.” Brittany Borg (12 DSHUT)

“Going to the breakfast was a great experience. We heard from some successful business women who gave advice on doing

what you love and being determined. It was quite motivating to listen to their stories and advice. The food was good

too!” Hannah Welch (12 DSVAU)

“It was inspiring to see all sorts of women achieve success in the world. The yummy

food was a great bonus too.”Tiana Magin (12 HSPLL)

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THE ‘FOUR CORNERSTONES OF EXCELLENCE’ FOR STUDENTS

A fortnight ago I introduced the ‘Four Cornerstones of Excellence’ for students as a work in progress which connected to our Annual Improvement Plan for 2016. The student and staff response to the cornerstones has been excellent and I would like to share with you some of their thinking on each of the ‘four Ps’.

PresenceFor students and staff this term reaches beyond the physical presence at school each day which is recognised as critical to success at school. It also involves a commitment to responsibilities, engagement in learning, being present to all members of the community, making the most of the opportunities presented at Gleeson College and making a positive contribution to all aspects of being a student.

PersistencePersistence speaks of resilience in students. Never giving up on learning, dedicating oneself to the task at hand, learning from mistakes and continually striving for your goals, were all aspects noted by students and staff.

PridePride can sometimes have negative connotations but students and staff spoke of pride as respect for self and others, giving of your best, being proud of your work and the success of others, holding your head high and caring about the Gleeson community.

PrayerfulnessPrayerfulness had the greatest response amongst our student population. They recognised prayerfulness as a state of being, communicating with God, connecting with others and the environment, stilling yourself through meditation, having faith and giving of ourselves in the service of others. I never cease to be amazed at the astuteness of our students and staff and the sincerity of their commitment to the Gleeson College community.

‘Christ Jesus Himself being the corner stone, in whom the whole building, being

fitted together, is growing into a holy temple in the Lord, in whom you also are

being built together into a dwelling of God in the Spirit.’ - Ephesians 2:20-22

Open NightOn Tuesday this week we also held our annual Open Night. The evening gave our staff and students an ideal opportunity to showcase some of the many wonderful learning experiences that are offered here at Gleeson. The students who contributed to the evening are to be congratulated on the manner in which they so selflessly gave of their time. 136 student volunteers worked tirelessly to provide the most valuable insight into our fabulous community here at Gleeson College. Special mention must go to our Student Tour Guides who so ably shared their knowledge of Gleeson with guests; so many of our visitors commented on their excellence!

Members of our Parents & Friends Committee (see photo below) deserve a special mention and a huge thank you for giving of their time to provide sustenance for our visitors (and student helpers) by way of a BBQ which, as always, was very popular. Their valuable contribution to this community event was greatly appreciated.

To conduct such an event demands considerable planning in advertising, developing promotional material, assembling information packs, liaising with Cross Campus personnel and coordinating the involvement of staff and students. Mrs Amanda Price and Mrs Rebecca Sinclair have played a key role in this aspect of Open Night and I would like to acknowledge their outstanding contribution to the success of the evening.

It was an evening where the sense of community spirit was very evident and I would like to thank staff, students and parents for their generosity in helping to welcome potential new families to the College. It was another of those many occasions at Gleeson which fills one with an immense sense of pride.

Thank you.

Mr J Corbo,Deputy Principal

PresencePersistence

PrayerfulnessPride

A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR DEDICATED PARENTS & FRIENDS COMMITTEE FOR THEIR FANTASTIC WORK AT OUR OPEN NIGHT ON TUESDAY!!

JAMES MORRISON ACADEMY OF MUSIC THE NEXT STEP FOR JARRED!

TERM 1 201614 Mar PUBLIC HOLIDAY - ADELAIDE CUP17 Year 8 Retreat, Sunnybrae Function Centre Parents & Friends Committee Meeting21 Halogen Young Leaders Conference24 College Athletics Carnival25 PUBLIC HOLIDAY - GOOD FRIDAY28 PUBLIC HOLIDAY - EASTER MONDAY4 Apr Catholic Co-Ed Athletics, SANTOS STADIUM5 Parent Teacher Interviews13 Parent Teacher Interviews15 FINAL DAY OF TERM 1

TERM 2 20162 May FIRST DAY OF TERM 2 - All students return4 - 6 Year 11 Retreat, VICTOR HARBOR10 - 12 NAPLAN Testing18 Parents & Friends Committee Meeting25 STUDENT FREE DAY: MODERATION DAY FOR STAFF3 Jun Year 12 Formal, Sfera’s Function Centre

2016 Gleeson Diary Dates

At Gleeson College we encourage students to follow their passion and support them in their many varied learning pathways. 2016 sees Gleeson Old Scholar Jarred Kelly (Class of 2015) take up a position at the James Morrison Academy of Music!

Faced with two offers, one with the Academy and one from the Adelaide Conservatorium (Bachelor of Music - Jazz Performance), Jarred sought lots of opinions in discerning which path he should take.

With the Academy situated in Mount Gambier, it isn't a matter of Jarred just hopping on the bus to work each day! The adventure of a tertiary education for Jarred will include renting and sharing a house with two other students in the Academy (another from SA and one from NSW) and of course packing up his belongings in Adelaide and moving to Mt Gambier to start his learning journey after school.

Jarred is looking forward to playing music with a different group of people every day, as well as the chance to play with international artists. And with Bass Teacher Phil Stack (of Thirsty Merc fame), who wouldn't be excited!!

Challenges Jarred has realised he will need to work through include being responsible for himself 24/7, living without the immediate support he was used to at home such as cooked meals, laundry and the likes. Playing music every day, Jarred is also aware that he will need to push through both mental and physical barriers.

There are around 65 students in the Academy across the three-year qualification and with all this talent in the South East, there is a Jazz Club being established to showcase international artists on weekends and to provide

students the opportunity to play gigs during the week.

So after three years playing in the back marquees of 'Generations in Jazz,' Jarred will now get the chance to play on the main stage...and has been told to get a passport as there is a possibility he will travel overseas to play with the Academy, even as back up for James Morrison himself!

We wish Jarred all the very best as he embarks on his studies at the James Morrison Academy of Music!

Mrs Amanda Price,Leader of Community, Engagement & Innovation

STUDENT WELLBEING & SCHOOL BAGS

On travelling to and from school, it is important that all students are aware of some strategies when packing and then carrying their bags so they can lower the risk or prevent injury to their backs.

Some helpful tips are listed below:• Students should avoid carrying a

backpack greater that 10% of their body weight.

• Minimise the weight of a bag by only carrying that day's work. This includes taking only key workbooks, worksheets and minimising text books. There is no need to carry folders, these can be left in locked lockers at the college. If a student is unsure of what may be required, they can check with their subject teacher.

• Consider carrying the device/laptop in a separate bag.

• Distribute weight evenly across both shoulders rather than put the strain on one.

• Place heavy objects as close to the

body as possible to avoid ‘bag sag'. This will help with comfort and balancing the load.

• When the shoulder straps are adjusted the bottom of the backpack should be just above the child’s waist – the backpack should not be hanging low over the buttocks.

• Use the backpack’s compartments to pack items securely and minimise the load moving around during transit. This keeps the load balanced.

• When loading a backpack onto the shoulders and unloading a backpack from the shoulders this should be done at bench height whenever possible to avoid twisting the spine.

• Your child should lift the backpack with a straight back, using their thigh muscles. The backpack should be lifted with both arms close to the body, an arm can then be slipped through one shoulder strap and then the other.

• If possible, only lift a heavy bag from waist height.

• If your child has to lean over, their backpack is too heavy, incorrectly fitted or wrongly packed.

• Remind (or help) children to clean out their bag regularly so they are not carrying around unnecessary items.

An email was sent home to families containing the above information and I hope these hints will benefit your son/daughter in their travels to and from Gleeson College.

Mr Shannon Bertram,Assistant Principal - Student Development

Fyfe House came together to meet for our annual House Mass in the DRMC on Wednesday 9 March. We had the privilege of Monsignor John Swann celebrating this special Mass, which explored and emphasised our House theme for 2016 - ‘Focus Yourself For Excellence’.

In reflecting on what this theme means, we also considered the world in which we live and the many ways we are challenged to always tread lightly and act kindly. It was a great coming together of our Fyfe community and an excellent opportunity to spend time in prayer and reflection.

Mrs Sarah Kerrigan, Fyfe House Coordinator

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YEAR 10 BUSINESS & SOCIETY: MOTHER’S DAY MARKET STALLS

Brianna Gibbs, Josephine Grasso, Isabella De Palma, Brianna Morgan-Dickson, Silvana Sumak &

Maddison Normington

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Price range:

$0.50—$8

Amy Mosbey, Rebecca Pratt, Lucy Loveday, Tiarna Kelly, Sam Brogden

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Anthony Decorso, Cooper Sellars, Amelia Rogers, Jessica Mills

Product/Service Information

Your Organization

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Daniel Barber, Jordan Haffner, Isaac Fredella & Nick Centofanti

Accessories for lasting memories…

Products ranging from makeup , travel mugs, scarves, and much

more!

Alicia Hudd, Brianna Ditroia, Sophie Gemma, Grace Anderson

& Jayde Tyczenko

Prices range from

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Cody Morrison, Daniel Trepka,

Izak Flitter, Rocco Ierace, Zac Kessner

$0.50

GET TO KNOW YOUR STUDENT LEADERs : Fyfe Middle School CaptainsThroughout the year we will be publishing biographies in The Globe newsletter to allow our College community to get

to know our 2016 Student Leaders a little better! First up are our Fyfe Middle School Captains Madison and Karlee!

Karlee Turner (9 FMWIL)Do you have any pets?I have a dog, a German Shepherd named Cooper, and a goldfish called Fishy

Who is the most influential person in your life?: My parents

What is your favourite subject/s?: Netball & Home Ec

What are your hobbies?:Playing netball & being with friends

Do you play any sports?: I play netball

What do you like most about school:Being with my friends

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:I would like to be a make up artist or hairdresser

What is your definition of happiness?:Always smiling and making others happy

What do you love at Gleeson College?:All the staff members are kind and helpful

If you could change one thing at Gleeson, what would it be?: I would put stairs straight down the middle of Mary’s Garden so it’s easier to get to

Madison Nenke (9 FMHAU)Do you have any pets?I have a dog Riley who is a mixed breed

Who is the most influential person in your life?: My Mum and Dad

What is your favourite subject/s?: Netball

What are your hobbies?:Playing netball

Do you play any sports?: Netball

What do you like most about school:Being able to see friends everyday

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?:I would love to have a career in Health and/or Nutrition

What is your definition of happiness?:Being around the people who love and support you

What do you love at Gleeson College?:The way the staff make you feel welcome and how they push you to be the best you

If you could change one thing at Gleeson, what would it be?: I would add a microwave for students to access to heat their lunches up

Congratulations to Emerson Nugent (9 FMWIL) who recently competed at the 2016 National Junior Track Cycling

Championships in Launceston.

Emerson rode as a bottom age Under 17 rider (in his first year of two years competing in that age category) and

gained valuable experience racing the best juniors from around Australia!

He contested the Points Race, 3000m Team Pursuit, 2000m Individual

Pursuit and the Scratch Race (7.5km). The photo above shows Emerson leading the way for SA in the U17

Team Pursuit event.

Well done Emerson!

Congratulations to Year 12 student John Inglis (12 MSVAN) on his recent selection

in the Secondary School Sport SA

Team set to contest the upcoming School Sport Australia Baseball Championships

in Perth.

John plays Division 1 for Golden Grove Dodgers in the SA State Baseball League

competition, and was chosen from a highly competitive field of talented

trial participants.

Well done John on this outstanding sporting achievement and all the best

for the National Championships in May!

AN INITIATIVE OF OUR GLEESON STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM...

* The week will include a crazy socks day (best socks win a prize), fundraising for Caritas, collaborative activities, Easter-themed happenings, a College Mass, healthy sprout.ed snacks, upbeat music playing at recess and lunchtimes, as well as several other events to boost everyone’s wellbeing!

The week will end with an energetic Athletics Carnival on Thursday 24 March.

A variety of Boost Juice flavours wil l

be on sale for only $6.00!!(0riginal size)

Mango Magic

Strawberry Squeeze

Berry Crush

Mango Tango Crush

Banana Buzz

2016 OPEN NIGHT: WHAT A VIBRANT COLLEGE COMMUNITY WE HAVE!

2016 OPEN NIGHT: WHAT A VIBRANT COLLEGE COMMUNITY WE HAVE!

GLEESON NOTICEBOARD

Theft from motor vehicles is an on-going problem. Holden Hill Local Service Area would like to help reduce the risk of you becoming a victim of this crime by encouraging you to:

Lock your vehicle doors and close windows

Install and activate an alarm/immobilizer

Remove all valuables

If possible park in a locked garage/behind gates

Do not leave spare keys hidden in/around your vehicle

Any suspicious activity should be reported to the police assistance line on 131 444. For further information/enquiries please contact Holden Hill Crime Prevention on 8207 6025.

“It was a great experience. It showed us how to overcome our fears and to always

pursue our dreams. The guest speakers opened my eyes to the possibilities that a

determined woman can achieve.”Maria Nevares Aste (12 MSVAN)

“It was very inspirational to hear from many successful women about how they

fulfilled their dreams. One thing that stood out was Rogina McDonald’s determination. She spoke about using vision boards to help you achieve your goals. I have even decided

to create a vision board.”Rachael Beckett (12 FSIMB)

Mrs Kate Pill,HaSS Key Learning Coordinator

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2016 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY BREAKFAST:

‘PLEDGE FOR PARITY’

GLEESON NOTICEBOARD

40 Elizabeth Street Tea Tree Gully SA 5091

Phone | 8360 6300

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SPECIAL EVENT

Tuesday, 22 March 2016 6.45pm in the Gymnasium

Guest Speaker:

Sonya Ryan from the Carly Ryan Foundation (South Australian of the Year, 2013)

Highly recommended for all parents who wish to understand and protect their

children from the dangers of social media

To book, please email Catherine Hill chill@stdavids.catholic.edu.au

by Thursday, 17 March

This is event is courtesy of: Saint David’s Parish School | Parents and Friends Committee

An opportunity

not to be missed!

Clubs Connect 2016 April 16 to May 1 2016

“Come & Try” a range of different sports for FREE! Sessions will be aimed at having fun and will be run by local clubs. Fire up the holidays and get involved with club sport. To register for the event please visit www.eventbrite.com and search “Clubs Connect”.

SATURDAY MORNING SPORT: SOFTBALLOur Open Softball Girls enjoyed a

surprise train-on guest at training this week....Mr Baker took to the field!!

Lots of fun was had around the bases with a fantastic catch taken by our

Principal; however his wish to ‘bowl’ overarm in the role of pitcher did

entice some friendly banter!!

Gleeson College40-60 Surrey Farm Dve, Golden GroveSouth Australia 5125 T: 8282 6600info@gleeson.catholic.edu.au

www.gleeson.sa.edu.au24Hr Absentee Line T: 8289 0438

Student Services T: 8282 6634

TERM TRADING TIMES:Monday: 1.00pm - 2.30pm

Tuesday & Wednesday: 8.15am - 9.15am 1.00pm - 4.15pmThursday: 1.00pm - 2.45pm

First Saturday of Month: 9.00am - 12.00pm

THE GLEESON 2ND HAND UNIFORM SHOP IS OPENEVERY TUESDAY AFTERNOON 3.30PM TO 4.30PM.

GG CAMPUS UNIFORM SHOPDevon Clothing | P: 8289 5564

WINTER UNIFORM APPOINTMENTSTERM 1 2016

Commencing Tuesday 8 MarchPhone to make an appointment for a WINTER UNIFORM fitting

for your child/ren during the below times:Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Afternoons 3.00pm - 5.00pm

& Saturday Mornings 9.00am - 12.00pm

Golden Grove Campus Uniform ShopGolden Grove: 8289 5564

Devon Clothing Uniform ShopModbury North: 8396 6465

Shop 24 Clovercrest Plaza, 429 Montague Rd, Modbury North*If no appointments are booked in outside our regular trading times,

the Golden Grove Campus Uniform Shop will not remain open*

GET IN EARLY & ORDER YOUR COPY OF THE NEW

2016/17 ENTERTAINMENT BOOK TODAY!!

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