St Andrews College Marayong eNewsletter Term 3 Week 10
- From the Principal
- From the Assistant Principal Students
- From the Assistant Principal Teaching and Learning
- From the Business Manager
- CAN 2020
- Year 12 SLR Visit New College Gym
- Year 9 iSTEM
- Years 7 and 8 Cyber Safety Presentation
- From the Careers Counsellor
- Blacktown City Art Prize
- NSW Children's Week 2020 Art Competition
- School Holiday Program
- Season of Creation
- Important Dates
- ST ANDREWS COLLEGE LEADERSHIP TEAM 2020
Dear Members of the St Andrews College Community,
Congratulations on a wonderful Term. You have done so well considering the challenges that have been faced by all during these COVID times. Congratulations to Year 12 on the way they have continued to focus after the Trial HSC Examinations, as well as the student leaders for the initiatives they have put forward. Thank you to all the students who have volunteered to be a part of the many initiatives we have put forward this Term. Staff gain such enthusiasm when the student response is so positive. Have a safe and happy holiday. I look forward to working with you all in Term 4.
‘It’s All About Learning’
Gospel Reflection:
Parable of the Two Sons (Matthew 21:28-32)
The parable of the two sons (Matt. 21:28-32) is about two brothers whose father tells them to go work in his vineyard. One tells his father that he will but doesn’t do it. The other tells his father that he won’t go but ends up working all day among the vines. Jesus then asks the question, “Which of the two did the will of his father?” The answer is clear: the one who actually worked, though initially refusing to do so. This parable continues earlier stories in Matthew about the people who actually are part of God’s kingdom. Jesus tells the religious leaders in his audience that “tax collectors and prostitutes are going into the kingdom of God ahead of you” (Matt. 21:31). The people who look the least religious will enter God’s kingdom ahead of religious leaders because in the end they do God’s will.
In work, this reminds us that actions speak louder than words. Many organizations have mission statements declaring that their top aims are customer service, product quality, civic integrity, putting their people first, and the like. Yet many such organizations have poor service, quality, integrity, and employee relations. Individuals may do the same thing, extolling their plans, yet failing to implement them. Organizations and individuals falling into this trap may have good intentions, and they may not recognize they are failing to live up to their rhetoric. Workplaces need both effective systems for implementing their mission and goals, and impartial monitoring systems to give unvarnished feedback. We must be careful not to be delusional about our motives and be people who act.
New Religious Education Curriculum Year 10:
Parent Survey Results: Draft New (Religious Education) Curriculum
In week 8 of this term, all parents of students involved in the Term 3 “Test Runs” of the Draft New Curriculum in Religious Education, were given the opportunity to share their feedback and insights. Thank you to all parents who were able to do so. Below is a summary of the responses from across the Diocese. You will see that it has been a positive response with the majority of parents agreeing to each of the statements listed below:
- My child has been enabled me to think about their faith
- My child has connected what they have learned to their life
- My child has responded positively to their lessons
- My child has spoken about their lessons at home
Important insights and points of feedback were also provided which, along with feedback from students and teachers, will be read and reflected on by Mission leaders as they continue to refine the Draft New Curriculum.
Congratulations Gerardo Pareja Delgado (Class of 2019) on having his research project published :
Gerardo completed an outstanding research project in Year 12 as part of the Science Extension course. As a result he has had this research published in a Scientific Journal. Please see the link below to view the article. We are very proud of the achievement and the fact Gerardo is a product of our great College. https://www.mdpi.com/2624-5558/1/2/14
VIRTUAL CAN:
Congratulations to all the students who auditioned and performed for CAN this year. Mr Chiappetta had the idea during our COVID times to go live and record our performances with the view to hold an outdoor event later in 2020 to view the performances. All being well, this should occur in Term 4 this year. Thank you to Mr Chaippetta, Mr Alata, Mrs Weaver, Ms McKechnie, and all who supported our talented students in this experience.
Debating:
Congratulations on a wonderful 2020 Debating season. We were the most represented school in the Finals which is something that we should be very proud of. We were unlucky with a few of the final debates but that’s how it goes and we will come back better for it next year. Thank you to our student debaters, helpers, supporters, staff, and ex-students who were adjudicators.
Gym Almost Complete:
Unfortunately, there have been delays in receiving some equipment as it is coming through Victoria. We only have a couple of pieces of equipment still to come though and we will hopefully be running Boot Camps for students and making the Gym available during class times for PDHPE and Sport.
Fidem in Christo
Stephen Kennaugh
Principal
Start of Term 4
The first day of term 4, Monday 12th October is a pupil free day as the staff engages in Profession Learning. The first day for students is Tuesday 13th October.
Term 4 uniform
The start of term 4 is the return of the summer uniform. All students will return on Tuesday 15th of October dressed in their summer uniform.
Just a reminder that when students return to the College they must be dressed in the correct College uniform, have appropriate hair styles, be clean shaven, and wear appropriate jewelry.
Earrings- one pair of simple gold or silver sleepers or studs with a small jewel if required are the only earnings to be worn and this should only be in the ear lobe. NO nose rings or other earrings are to be worn. Boys are not to have any earrings.
Hair- one natural colour only, with no jewels in the hair. Boys must have appropriate cut according to the rules in the planner.
Kilt- The girls kilt must be knee length
Makeup- no students should be wearing any makeup to school.
Shaving- boys should be clean-shaven at all times. If facial hair can be seen they will be asked to shave either at home or at school.
Bags – all students should have the College bag. Students must have the backpack or the College shoulder bag.
Shoes- it is a Work Health and Safety requirement that students have a hard leather covered lace up school shoe. Runners and slip on shoes are not permitted at school. Girl’s shoes with a buckle that are not completely enclosed are not permitted.
Hats- the College has its own hats and these are the only hats permitted at the College.
I ask the parents to assist the College in ensuring that your child is dressed in a way that represents the College well.
Technology
Technology has changed many aspects of our lives. It has created a complex world that our children need to navigate. Young people feel the need to be constantly connected, constantly entertained and to have a complex online identity. With the need to be online to maintain this we are finding that our children are becoming detached form the real world.
While there are some benefits of technology we must be mindful that this does not become an addiction. These include a preoccupation with gaming, secrecy around use, loss of interest in other activities, social withdrawal, defensiveness and anger when gaming time is restricted, and continued use despite negative consequences.
The addiction to technology could include gaming, social media television etc.
Excessive gaming use is associated with mood disorders, poor impulsive control and substance use disorders, as well as problems at school or work, sleep deprivation, and family conflict.
Dealing with addiction to technology is not easy and the intervention of other agencies may be necessary. Changing habits can be very difficult and will cause conflict at the start. The intervention of help may provide support and direction in dealing with the addiction. The College is always available to offer assistance and suggest agencies to assist in the changing of habits.
The College has an acceptable use of technology policy which is in the students planner.
Year 11 and 12 may use their phone outside the classroom and with a teachers direction in the classroom.
Year 7-10 are not permitted to use their technology, including speakers and earphones, between 8.45 and 3pm unless directed by a teacher. Breach of this rule will result in the device being signed into the office. A technology breach letter will be emailed to you. The second time a device is handed in a detention will be issued. The third time a device is handed in the device will be confiscated and the parent will have to make an appointment with the Leader of Learning Pastoral to get the device back.
If there are any issues with your child and technology, please contact the College or the Leader of Learning – Wellbeing.
Limiting your child's exposure to harmful content online
eSafety has developed a series of tips for parents and carers to help limit young people’s exposure to harmful content online:
- Engage in your child’s online activities – ask what apps, sites and games they’re using and make sure they’re age-appropriate
- Use parental controls on devices to help limit what your child is exposed to
- Help them report and block upsetting content they see on social media sites or apps
- Let them know they can come to you about anything upsetting they see online
For more advice on apps, social media and online safety issues, head to eSafety below.
https://www.esafety.gov.au/parents
Enjoy the holidays.
God bless
Mr. Nick Thrum
Assistant Principal- Students
NESA COVID information for HSC students
Health and hygiene measures are in place to keep you COVID-safe at your HSC exams. The illness and misadventure process is available if you experience a COVID- related event at the time of an HSC exam.
A special category of illness and misadventure is available if you were significantly affected during the statewide learning-from-home period by having no access to teaching and learning for at least six weeks between 9 March and 22 May 2020.
Before written exams start
If you have a known illness, like hay fever, that has similar symptoms to the flu:
- Get a medical certificate from your doctor.
- Give your school a copy of the certificate.
Exam day protocols
For entry to the exam room, you will be asked to confirm that you do not have any flu-like symptoms and are not required by NSW Health to self-isolate.
If you develop flu-like symptoms during an exam, let an exam supervisor know and follow their instructions.
You must:
- Regularly wash your hands.
- Cough and sneeze into the crook of your elbow.
- Avoid touching your face.
You may also choose to wear a mask.
Exam rooms will be thoroughly and frequently cleaned. Hygiene supplies will be available and regularly re-stocked.
Do NOT attend the exam(s) if you have:
- Flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste or sense of smell) been tested for COVID-19 and have not yet received your test result
- been directed by NSW health to self-isolate you tested positive for COVID-19.
Read the COVID-19 illness or misadventure process
What if I hear my school is closed due to a COVID-19 case?
Only follow instructions from NSW Health or your school.
If you are not directed to self-isolate, your school will advise you:
to attend your exam at the scheduled venue as it has been cleared to operate by NSW Health to attend your exam at an alternative venue
that your exam has been cancelled.
Written exams will not be held online or rescheduled. If your exam is cancelled, your school will lodge an application for illness and misadventure on behalf of affected students.
Read the COVID-19 illness or misadventure process
HSC Minimum Standards Year 11 Week 1 Term 4
Student’s who have not completed one or more tests will resit the HSC Minimum Standards test(s) during 9am-12am Wednesday Week 1 T4.
Student’s will receive a message slip in Learning Group, so they know they need to go to the Learning Centre for the test(s).
Student’s are encouraged to practise the online tests to ensure they are confident.
Graduation 2020
Year 12 will graduate on 15:10:20. The college can only be guided by the Government regarding restrictions and allowances. The college will do everything in its capacity to allow as many of the procedures and parameters to occur, but must adhere to legislation.
At this stage, whilst students are not permitted to have their parents at the ceremony, we are all praying that the conditions allow for parent attendance. Despite the current conditions, parents will be able to have a recording of their student receiving their award(s).
HSC Commences 20:10:20
The HSC commences on 20:10:20. Please keep all Year 12 students in your prayers during this time.
Student’s need to ensure they adhere to expectations.
- Arrival at 30 minutes before an examination
- Appropriate equipment - there is no sharing permitted eg rulers and calculators
- Clear water bottles
- Students are not encouraged to go to the bathroom - please go before the exam and then it would be expected by supervisors that students requiring a toilet break would be very minimal in any examination. All toilet breaks are recorded by NESA.
- Student’s must have appropriate uniform
- EVERY student needs their school identification
Learning Matters
Every lesson every day matters!!
In term 4 students need to demonstrate application and diligence in every lesson, because every lesson is fundamental to the development of knowledge and skills contributing to the following year of study.
Year 10 and 11 Term 4
Each of these year levels are allocated a grade for every subject which is gauged against the common grade scale at the conclusion of the year. Therefore Term 4 is a time for students to step up and learn from their feedback in order to strive to achieve improvement. Students are encouraged to make a difference in Term 4 by applying themselves with NESA’s requirements: demonstrate sustained effort and due diligence.
Attention: Parents/Guardians of Year 7 2021
Fittings and purchasing of uniforms will take place during the first week of the school holidays in the JNR Campus- 116 Quakers Road, Marayong 2148.
All bookings should now have been finalised for one of the following days:
MONDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER 2020 12:00PM – 4:00PM
TUESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER 2020 10:00AM – 3:00PM
WEDNESDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER 2020 10:00AM – 2:00PM
Fittings will take approximately 15 minutes per student.
Please note these will be the only fitting days available and payments must be done on the day.
Due to social distancing requirements, these fittings will only allow for one parent/guardian and the child getting fitted.
Any enquiries please email elle@ozfashions.com.au
For all other year groups or uniform requests, please use the QKR app as the uniform shop will not be opened for any other pickup or sales during this time.
Cashless School
St Andrews College will become Cashless as of Term 4, 2020.
We encourage any payments by parents or students to be completed by EFT or Credit cards. The college will no longer have any cash or change floats on either campus at the front offices.
Whilst we encourage all payments to be cashless and we have endeavoured to cover all costs in school fees, we will still accept cash payments for the remainder of term 4. Commencing Term 1, 2021 the college will be totally cashless and will only accept payments by credit card, EFT or Bpay/DDB/Bpoint (school fees).
As advised by CEDP finance, if any family member wishes to pay by cash they can do so at Australia Posts via Postbill pay.
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the front office.
Blessings
Melissa Welch
Business Manager
The production of CAN 2020 has been a totally innovative and unique experience for the creative students of St Andrews College Marayong. This year we have decided that the show must go on and the music won’t be stopped. We have been shooting our acts in the CAPA block on the junior campus with professional lighting, sound and visual equipment. The students experienced recording within a TV studio environment for the first time. Our classrooms were transformed into creative performance spaces as our music, dance and photography students immersed themselves in the spirit of CAN. Mr Chiappetta would like to thank all staff for their continued support with ensuring our students have the best opportunities possible at St Andrews College. The finished mixed and edited CAN 2020 production will hopefully be showcased for a live audience of thousands once restrictions ease towards the end of the year.
Thanks to the College leadership team for their continued support of CAN, especially during these uncertain times.
Antonio Chiappetta
Leader of Learning Music and Performance
The Year 12 SLR class had the first opportunity to see the newly refurbished College Gym. The students were blown away by quality of equipment and the amenities that will become a fantastic learning space for the students.
Mr Kennaugh was able to explain the reasoning behind the refurbishment and the benefits it will have to the fitness and wellbeing to the students and staff who will be able to use the new facility.
Even though the College is waiting on a few more pieces of equipment the Year 12 SLR students were put through their paces and enjoyed the privilege of being the first class to use the space.
Due to COVID there are strict protocols in place with no fewer than 6 hand sanitising stations, sign in sheet, COVID 19 Safety Plan and luxury bathroom facilities to keep everyone safe while using the gym.
I am sure the rest of the staff and students are looking forward to making the most of this resource when it becomes fully operational sometime in term 4.
Martin Gillogly
During term three, year nine iSTEM students have been studying aerodynamics. The unit started with a paper aeroplane challenge where students designed, created, tested and evaluated their designs. The students also learnt how to collect, record and analyse qualitative and quantitative data throughout the testing phase.
This introductory paper aeroplane challenge prepared the year nine students for their group assessment task where they were they were presented with the following design situation and design brief:
Design Situation
Airbus is the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and is a worldwide leader in aeronautical design. They design, manufacture and deliver aerospace products, services and solutions to customers all over the world. Airbus runs competitions biannually to offer unique opportunities for aeronautical engineers in the public to tackle challenges and present their innovative solutions to the world.
Design Brief
You are a team of aeronautical engineers who are entering the ‘Lift Up Challenge’ by Airbus. You have been asked to develop a new and efficient wing design for their new commercial aircraft ‘Airbus SAC’. You will need to design, build and test two wing designs. Data must be recorded to evaluate the aerodynamics of your designs.
Students collaborated in groups of four and began developing and documenting their design ideas following the design process. Groups also used their knowledge and understanding of the four forces on an aeroplane and a range of aeronautical engineering concepts to help with the development of their aerodynamic designs. Bernoulli’s principle, venturi effect, Newton’s Third Law and angle of attack are just a few concepts that the students conducted research on and implemented into their designs. It was fantastic to hear the professional conversations between students in the classroom discussing how the principles were considered throughout the designing of their interchangeable wings, fuselage and stabilisers. 
Each group produced professional sketches of their design ideas along with a manufacturing procedure and a justification of how each design met their criteria for success. Each of the group’s designs came to life and were built out of balsa wood, a DC motor, two wheels, an axel, hot glue and rubber bands. Each group produced a fantastic model that showed the great skill, care and pride taken by the students.
Each group is to be congratulated on their dedication, effort, problem solving skills and their collaboration throughout this task. I am so proud of the work they have done, what they have accomplished and how well they have collaborated.
Takeoff, testing and evaluating resumes next term where each group will be able to measure the success of their designs. The balsa planes will be connected to a power anchor that will provide the current to the DC motor through alligator clips. This will provide the thrust for the planes for each group to test the aerodynamics of their designs.
Well done 9ST1! I am looking forward to seeing your successes in term 4.
Mrs Kamali
Dear Year 7 and 8 Parents,
By the time this Newsletter is published it will be Spring Break. To help our students stay safe online over the Break, we invited Senior Constable Ally Watts, who is our Police Liaison Officer to talk to both Cohorts on Cyber Safety.
The talk consisted of a PowerPoint presentation that contained the following points about being safe online:
- Being A.W.A.R.E before you SHARE - Senior Constable, Ally Watts provided our students with a message about sharing content online. Considering the appropriateness of the content, who it is going to, if it is accurate, if it is respectful and the environment of the content and what it reveals are things that students should consider when exploring the cyber world.
- Privacy settings - to help enhance the safety of our students online, Senior Constable, Ally Watts also mentioned the importance of privacy settings on our social media accounts. This meant that creating and not distributing strong usernames and passwords as well as limiting who can see your social media profiles and locations could really help with the safety of our students online.
- Other dangers online such as image based abuse - Students were also informed on the other dangers of online use such as the distribution of explicit content and engaging with online predators and how this could be prevented.
- Senior Constable, Ally Watts also made a valid point that if students ever felt like they were in some sort of trouble with online use OR they knew of someone in trouble, they should not be afraid to speak up
Our students also enhanced what they’ve learnt about online safety by creating some posters:
A massive thank you once again to Senior Constable, Ally Watts for helping our students stay safe online!
A big thank you to Miss Bade who helped with the Newsletter Article this week and to all the Learning Advisors and teachers who helped supervise both cohorts during the presentation.
We wish all students a very safe and happy Spring break,
Regards,
Mr. Asterios Zouriakas
Leader Of WellBeing - Year 7
and
Melissa Blackwell
Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 8
Free Online HSC Study Sessions
Western Sydney University will be offering free online HSC Study Sessions commencing Tuesday the 6th of October and concluding Friday the 9th of October.
These free online HSC Study Sessions are led by highly qualified and experienced educators who will give you the skills and knowledge to maximise your HSC results.
Each workshop will develop a solid understanding of HSC exam techniques, subject knowledge and HSC preparation skills.
Workshops will include:
2-hour content analysis and syllabus review:
Content analysis (including workbook)
Tips and strategies across all modules/topics
Detailed exploration of key syllabus areas
4-hour practice exam and deconstruction:
Sample 2-hour practice exam
Interactive webinar with a detailed analysis of each question, including provisions of annotations and exemplar responses/solutions
Online HSC Study Session Timetable:
Tuesday 6th October
English Advanced
English Standard
Wednesday 7 October
Mathematics Standard 2
Mathematics Advanced
Thursday 8 October
Modern History
Business Studies
Biology
Community and Family Studies
Chemistry
Geography
Friday 9 October
Legal Studies
PDHPE
Physics
To register visit the link below.
Western Sydney University Campus Tours
Western Sydney University will be hosting guided campus tours for students and their families to learn more about the course offerings at Western Sydney University.
You will be able to take a tour of the lecture theatres and teaching spaces, stroll through the campus libraries and visit some of the world-class facilities where students gain hands-on and practical experience. You will have an opportunity to speak with academic staff, current and past students while having the opportunity to learn more about the various degrees on offer, course selection, living on campus and university life.
Campus tours will run at the following times: 9am to 10.30am, 12pm to 1.30pm and 4pm to 5.30pm daily for the dates and campuses listed below.
Monday 30th November
Parramatta South Campus
Parramatta City Campus
Penrith Campus
Tuesday 1st December
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Wednesday 2nd December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Thursday 3rd December
Parramatta South Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Friday 4th December
Penrith Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Saturday 5th December
Parramatta South Campus
Parramatta City Campus
Liverpool Campus
Sunday 6th December
Penrith Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Monday 7th December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Tuesday 8th December
Parramatta South Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Wednesday 9th December
Liverpool Campus
Bankstown Campus
Nirimba Campus
Thursday 10th December
Parramatta South Campus
Penrith Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Friday 11th December
Penrith Campus
Hawkesbury Campus
Campbelltown Campus
Bookings are essential - social distancing requirements will be adhered to and therefore places will be limited. Interested students should visit the link below to register.
Western Sydney University Campus Tours
UNSW Faculty of Engineering Admission Scheme (FEAS)
The University of New South Wales Faculty of Engineering Admissions Scheme (FEAS) will open on Monday the 21st of September.
The FEAS program is designed for Year 12 students thinking of applying for a University of New South Wales engineering degree (including surveying) in 2021 and who think they are likely to achieve an ATAR higher than 83.00.
Interested students need to follow the three step process:
- Submit a written response to four questions
- Why you would like to be an engineer
- What is it that attracts you to Engineering at UNSW and the Engineering field
- What relevant experience you have had, for example computer programming, model building, design projects, part-time job, work experience
- Anything else you would like to share that is not covered in the responses above
- Attach a Year 12 School Report
- Upload a short video
To find out more about the program, and to apply, click here
Applications close on Monday the 30th of November at 11am.
Employment Opportunity
Established in 1977, Bradnam’s Windows & Doors is the leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of aluminium windows, aluminium doors, shower screens, insect screens, security screens, glass splashbacks, sliding wardrobe doors and mirrors in Australia. Bradnam’s Windows & Doors enjoy a reputation for excellence in product innovation, reliability and outstanding customer service.
The manufacturing facility in Kings Park is seeking to employ recent Year 12 graduates who are wishing to enter the workforce. Students studying Construction or Design and Technology as part of their HSC or have a strong interest working with wood, metal and plastics are encouraged to apply.
This is a casual position and offers flexibility for students to combine work with any other study pursuits. Interested students are encouraged to see Ms May for further information and application details.
Transport for NSW Scholar Program
Successful applicants can work across all aspects of Transport for NSW including Sydney Trains, NSW TrainLink, Sydney Metro and State Transit Authority (Sydney Buses) across NSW, including metropolitan and regional locations. Employees will have the opportunity to work on projects such as the Parramatta Light Rail project.
As well as helping to deliver key projects and services that impact on the community, successful applicants will benefit from:
- Tailored training and on-the-job development
- Work on real projects and cutting edge technology while learning from industry experts
- Young Professionals Network (YPN) – networking and special monthly events
- Flexible working arrangements including flexible working hours and leave conditions
The Scholar Program is a three to five year program consisting of the following:
- An option to work 14 hours a week during the university semester
- Must work 35 hours a week during the university break.
- Reimbursement for university fees at the end of each semester. Scholars must maintain a credit average to remain on the program.
- Scholars may have the opportunity to stream into the Graduate Program.
To be eligible applicants must be entering the first or second year of their undergraduate degree at university.
At present there are two Scholar Programs one in Information Technology studies and the other in Environmental and Engineering studies.
Applications close on Monday the 5th of October at 11.59pm.
Interested students are encouraged to visit the links below:
Environmental and Engineering Scholars Program
Information Technology Scholars Program
Students wishing assistance with their application are encouraged to see Ms May.
Traineeship Opportunity
Kindalin Early Childhood Learning Centres was founded 1988 by Alison Wharton and her husband Mark. Now with eight locations across Sydney, Kindalin is proud to be a family owned company with 30+ years of history in the Hills district and a growing reputation in the Northern Beaches.
Kindalin has grown to see students become parents and two former Kindalin students becoming Centre Directors. Kindalin is an aboriginal word that means 'happy'.
Kindalin is offering full-time traineeships at seven locations within the Hills and Northern Beaches. Trainees will complete a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care.
Interested students need to send their resume and cover letter to careers@kindalin.com.au
Students wishing assistance with their application are encouraged to see Ms May.
Work Experience Opportunity
BRH Steel Constructions is offering a work experience opportunity for students who might be considering a career working with steel.
To be a successful Metal Fabricator you need the following skills:
- Ability to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature
- Effective English reading and writing communication skills
- Ability to operate different tools as well as be able to troubleshoot equipment problems
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
- Ability to lift more than 20kgs
Metal Fabricators create the metal components that go into small to large scale products, such as toys; vehicles; buildings and bridges. Metal Fabricators can work in a factory creating the components or they can work on a site where they can assemble the components to complete a finished product.
Metal Fabricators work with steel; stainless steel; Aluminum; Iron and precious metals, such as gold; silver; copper and magnesium.
To become a qualified Metal Fabricator students need to complete an apprenticeship in Metal Fabrication.
BRH Steel Construction is located in Riverstone and is currently seeking to hire a first year apprentice from their work experience program.
Interested students are encouraged to see or email Ms May.
Therese May
Careers Counsellor
Blacktown City Council is proud to announce the 25th Blacktown City Art Prize. Young artists are invited to submit entries for exhibition and judging. All entrants will receive a certificate of participation. The artworks judged best in each age group
will be awarded a prize.
Entry Form
ENTRY FORM AND ARTWORK DUE
9 AM – 5 PM ON FRIDAY 13 NOVEMBER
OR SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2020 AT
THE LEO KELLY BLACKTOWN ARTS CENTRE
THEME
Staying Strong
2020 has been a year of challenges. In NSW, the bushfires burnt 5.4 million hectares of land and destroyed 25% of suitable koala habitat. Since the bushfires, COVID-19 has affected us all, often keeping us indoors. This helps us appreciate the importance of outdoor and natural spaces like local parks and bushland reserves.
As we work to recover from the rough year we’ve had so far, we are asking young artists to make an artwork in response to one of these questions:
- How can we recover our lost habitats after the destruction of the bushfires?
- How can we strengthen our community and environment for the future?
The artwork can be a drawing, painting, print, sculpture or ceramic piece. Artworks are exhibited alongside the adult exhibition from Saturday 28 November 2020 to Thursday 28 January 2021.
Entry forms can be downloaded from www.blacktownarts.com.au/bcap
12th October
Staff Development - Pupil Free Day
13th October
First Day of Term 4
15th October
10am Year 12 Graduation Ceremony Live Stream
College Leadership Team
| Principal | Stephen Kennaugh |
| Assistant Principal Staff and Innovation (Acting) | Mrs Clare Healy |
| Assistant Principal Teaching and Learning | Ms Michelle Deschamps |
| Assistant Principal Students | Mr Nick Thrum |
| Director Faith, Mission and Learning | Mr Frank Clarke |
| Business Manager | Mrs Melissa Welch |
| Principal's Secretary and College Registrar | Mrs Julie Sabine |
College Leaders of Learning - KLA
| Leader of Learning English | Mrs Marsha Edwards |
| Assistant Leader of Learning English | Mr Travis Kolek |
| Leader of Learning Performance Arts | Mr Antonio Chiappetta |
| Leader of Learning Creative Arts | Mrs Pauline Ryan |
| Leader of Learning HSIE | Mr Daniel Camilleri |
| Assistant Leader of Learning HSIE | Mr Jarryd Leaves |
| Leader of Learning Languages | Mrs Mariko Suzuki |
| Leader of Learning TAS | Mr Bill Robson |
| Assistant Leader of Learning TAS | Mr Scott Drennan |
College Leaders of Learning
| Leader of Learning Diversity | Mrs Pauline Xuereb |
| Leader Faith, Mission and Learning | Ms Josilin Kalifa |
| Leader of Learning Literacy | Mr Duncan Dewar |
| Leader of Learning Technologies | Mrs Sarah Anzellotti |
| Leader of Learning Faith in Mission | Mr Ralph San-Pedro Loyola |
| Leader of Learning Sport | Mr Alexander Dunaeff |
Senior Campus Leaders of Learning - KLA
| Leader of Learning Mathematics | Ms Tracey Thomson |
| Leader of Learning PDHPE (Acting) | Ms Dominique Goldie |
| Leader of Learning Science (Acting) | Mr Rohan Isaac |
Junior Campus Leaders of Learning - KLA
| Leader of Learning Mathematics | Mrs Gilda De Guzman |
| Leader of Learning PDHPE | Mr Nathan Weaver |
| Leader of Learning Science | Mrs Wendy Rudman |
Leaders of Learning - Wellbeing
| Leader of Wellbeing | Mrs Sue Cooper |
| Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 7 | Mr Asterios Zouriakis |
| Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 8 | Ms Melissa Blackwell |
| Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 9 | Mr David Frankham |
| Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 10 | Ms Emily Pett |
| Leader of Learning Wellbeing Year 11 | Mr Martin Gillogly |
| Leader of Learning WellbeingYear 12 | Ms Lyndal Simmonds |
|
School Counsellor (Thursday, Friday and |
Ms Kerrie Castle |
|
School Counsellor (Tuesday, Wednesday and |
Sr Cristina Ramada |
| Careers Counsellor and Publicity Officer | Ms Therese May |
| College Administration Coordinator | Ms Simone McKechnie |