From the Principal
- PRAYER
- Bishop's Letter to Year 12 Students
- Year 9 PLD Trial - Letter to Year 9 Parents
- Old Boys Mass and Dinner this Friday 1st September
- Splinters Splashes Sounds & Stage opens this Thursday 31st August
- Twilight Concert this Friday 1st September
- Football and AFL (Junior) Presentation
- Year 11 Assessments and Exams
PRAYER:
I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. (John 10:10)
As golf legend Ben Hogan said, 'As you walk down the fairway of life, you must smell the roses, for you only get to play one round.' In the end, when we look at our life, perhaps the questions will be simple:
Did I live fully?
Did I love well?
Ancient Egyptians believed that upon their death they would be asked by the gods two questions and their answers would determine whether they could continue their journey in the afterlife. The first question was, 'Did you bring joy?' The second was, 'Did you find joy?' These goals then become a sacred charge in life and the only way to obtain eternal happiness.
(Taken from 'Touch Stones' by Dr Wayne Tinsey)
Bishop's Letter to Year 12 Students
Bishop Comensoli has written a beautiful letter to the Year 12 students across the Diocese in prayerful support of their HSC and their conclusion to secondary schooling. I share it with you below.
Year 9 PLD Trial
As from Monday 4th September we will be trialling with Year 9 the removal of their PLD administrator rights, which means they will have limited access to games and videos, and putting in place a curfew, meaning they will be unable to log in between 10pm and 6am. We are doing this to support the students in achieving a balance in their lives and relationships, and getting the sleep they need.
The Year 9 teachers have been briefed to support the students in managing their time and their device use. The trial will run until the end of term, and they will receive their administrator rights back for the holidays. We will be surveying students, parents and staff to evaluate the process. Please read the letter below to Year 9 Parents from Ms Anne Gripton, Innovation and Knowledge Management Coordinator.
Old Boys' Mass and Dinner
This Friday evening 1st September the Old Boys Association are celebrating the College’s 80th Anniversary with their Annual Mass and Dinner as follows:
- 4.30pm: Mass in the College Chapel
- 5.15pm: Tour of the College
- 6.00pm: Transport by bus to Oxford Falls
- 7.00pm: Dinner at Oxford Falls
- How to book: via the trybooking website www.trybooking.com/289392
Life members from the Class of 2016 are invited free to the event. Full details are available on the website: http://www.spxoldboys.org.au/
Splinters Splashes Sounds & Stage - Exhibition of Year 12 Major Works this Thursday 31st August
On Thursday evening commencing at 6.30pm the College is hosting its Annual Exhibition of Year 12 Major Works in TAS, Visual Arts, Music and Performing Arts. All parents and students are welcome. Please see the Performing Arts section on the 'Department News' page for full details.
Twilight Concert this Friday 1st September
This Friday evening at 5.00pm the Term 3 Twilight Concert will be held in the College grounds at Chatswood and it is the final Concert for Year 12 Performing Arts students. Everyone is welcome and the Performing Arts Parents Association (PAPA) will be running a BBQ.
Football and AFL (Junior) Presentation
Last night the Junior Football and AFL Presentations and the Senior Football presentations were held. These were great events, recognising the contribution of the many students who have proudly represented our school in these sports.
My thanks to the parents and students and to the Sportsmasters Mr Virgona and Mr Stearn, the Convenors Mr Cummins, Mrs Cummins (AFL) and Mr Yue. The boys are indeed fortunate to have the expert coaches provided by the Football Club and the dedicated teaching staff. We also recognise the many Old Boys now involved in coaching teams as well. A great season – congratulations to all.
Year 11 Assessments and Exams
Year 11 are working hard to complete their Preliminary Year over the coming weeks. There are many assessments and their Preliminary Exams commence on Monday 11 September. The FINAL timetable for these exams will be issued next week.
Mr John Couani - Principal