Issue 16 June 4 2010

Dear Parents, Students and Friends of John XXIII College

Help Warm Up Winter The St Vincent de Paul is requesting the help of the College Community in their Winter Appeal for 2010. There are two main ways you can assist the St Vincent de Paul maintain their outreach to those in the Perth Community who will find it hard to combat the effects of winter. It might be in the form of food, clothing, blankets, assistance to pay power bills or in providing a night’s shelter to someone, or a whole family who is homeless.

1.The Vinnies at the College are currently holding a clothing drive for pre-loved clothes, coats, blankets.

2.Drop off boxes are in Admin, Primary Mary Ward, Year 7 Area and the Workshop on John XXIII Ave.

3. Three more weeks to go.

4.This year the St. Vincent de Paul is holding a sleep out for the CEO’s of Perth’s Business and Community organisations. I have committed to spend the night sleeping under cardboard at the WACA on June 17th. The main purpose is of course fundraising and I am asking for the support of the College Community.

Details of how you can sponsor me as the CEO of John XXIII College can be found at ( h t t p : / / w w w . c e o s l e e p o u t . o r g . a u / l o c a t i o n /ceoprofile.php?ceo=623). The donations will be registered in time for the end of the current financial year. It would be great for the generosity of the John XXIII College Community to be recognised along side the big corporates of Perth.

Together let us seek justice. Mrs Anne Fry Principal

Chaplains Column The Eucharist is first and foremost a ritual meal, a sharing in the actions of the Lord Jesus at the Last Supper: TAKE... Preparation of the Gifts, BLESS....Eucharistic Prayer, BREAK.....reaction, GIVE..Communion, these four aspects or actions symbolize and ritualize the identity and action of Jesus Christ by the community founded in his name. It is something one does, not something about which one talks. It is a celebration of a way of life.

Talking about the act of receiving the sacramental Body and Blood of the Lord, let us listen to the description of a proper reception given by the early Church, Cyril of Jerusalem: “Coming up to receive, then, do not have your wrists extended or your fingers spread, but making your left hand a throne for the right, for it is about to receive a King, and cupping your palm, receive the body of Christ, and answer “Amen.” Carefully hallow your eyes by the touch of the sacred body, and then partake, taking care to lose no part of it. Tell me, if someone gave you gold- dust, would you not take the greatest care to hold it fast, so as not to lose any of it and endure its loss? How much more carefully, then, will you guard against losing so much as a crumb of that which is more precious than gold or precious stones? After partaking of the body of Christ, approach also the cup of His Blood. Do not stretch out your hands, but bowing low in a posture of worship and reverence as you say “Amen”, sanctify yourself by partaking of the blood of Christ. While it is still moist upon your lips, touch it with your fingers, and so sanctify your eyes, your forehead, and other senses. Then wait for the prayer, and give thanks to God who has counted you worthy of such high mysteries”. In the multiplication of loaves, it is significant that in the supply of food Jesus himself does not deal directly with the crowd. The distribution is left entirely to the disciples. Jesus is apprenticing the disciples to be ministers of the hospitality of God. The Church today takes on a dramatic adoption of listening every day to God in prayer and listen to the voice of conscience might be a new way in giving the lay people their proper place as ministers of God’s hospitality, in a sometimes boring, exasperating, betraying, mundane existence that is a gift from God through our self giving divine love. A final reason for bothering with the celebration of the Eucharist is that here God invites us to the experience of the deepest peace and joy that is possible- sharing in his own divine life. As St Augustine wrote in his Confessions, “O God you have made us for yourself, and our hearts are restless until they rest in You”.

Fr Gaetan Pereira College Chaplain

Around the Primary Newsletter, Week 7 Term Two Congratulations Congratulations to students from John XXIII College Primary School who have recently been recognised for their wonderful achievements. The following girls successfully competed at the West Coast Dance Festival. Eve Cohen (Year 4G) – 1st place in Novice U/9 Modern Solo Sophie Van Vlemen and Sacha Nelson (Year 5G) – 2nd place in U/10 Song & Dance Duo Elija Meegan (Year 5G) has been selected to be in the state team for gymnastics and will be attending the National Gymnastics Competition in Canberra during the school holidays. Year Six Leaders Shirts The Year Six students were today presented with their leadership t-shirts at a lovely ceremony in the Chapel. This was followed by a celebration in the Cafe. The Year Six students looked resplendent in their new t-shirts and they have already begun to wear them with pride. A huge thank you must go to the Year 6 Coordinators who put in so much time and effort to ensure that yesterday went off smoothly and was a huge success. Grandparents Morning Preparations are in full swing for Grandparents Morning. To add to the morning we would really appreciate knowing of any Grandparents who would be prepared to be Special Ministers, who are having a significant event (birthday, anniversary, etc) or who are visiting from interstate or overseas. Please contact either Mrs Gardner or Miss Coniglio with the information. Changes in Duty Over Semester One, we have had a review of the yard duties/supervision throughout the school day. There have been some changes made to the duty roster for teachers. One change in particular, will have an impact on parents; the afterschool duty time has been reduced from 30 minutes to 20 minutes. Therefore, at the Main Administration and at the Lower Carpark, a Primary Teacher will be on duty until 3.35pm. After that time, children who have still not been collected will be asked to wait in the Main Administration building or go to Jellybeans after School Care. This change will take effect at the beginning of Semester Two. Upcoming Events: Monday, 7 June: Foundation Day Public Holiday Friday, 11 June: Grandparents Morning Mrs L Gardner Cluster Leader K—2 Ms A Coniglio Cluster Leader 3—6 Year 1 Gold have designed and planted a vegetable patch in the Cubby village garden beds. The children had a wonderful time and planted everything from carrots and cabbage to eggplant and beans. Father Gaeten visited the garden whilst we were weeding one day and he loved it.

This is what some of the Year One Gold children had to say: Anthony Harcombe - I loved gardening with my class when we planted carrots, beans, cauliflower and eggplant. Joshua King - Father Gaeten was very

very happy when he saw all of our plants. Rosie de Francesco - We love our vegie patch because we're growing lots of different things. Kanan Miranda - We made our vegie patch so we can eat all the vegies.

YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS ALL communications to parents are NOW sent by email. It is important to keep these details correct and up to date. Please contact reception (9383 0400) if your email has re-cently changed.

The year 5 and 6 classes have been busy working on the creation of an endangered animal recycled sculpture for the entry into Scitech’s salvaged sculptures competition. The sculptures had to be made from 90% recycled materials with a climate change based theme. Year 5B created a Monarch butterfly, Year 5G the leatherback turtle, 6G the bearded vulture and 6B the Sumatran Rhinoceros, all highly endangered species. The sculptures were created using a variety of different techniques which the students thoroughly enjoyed. They made the most of their collected recyclables and were extremely creative with their planning of the final sculpture. Two finalists from each category will be selected in late June by a Scitech judging panel based on a photograph that I submitted of the sculptures. If selected the final sculptures will then go on display during the July school holidays and for the general public to vote on the ‘people's choice'.

GYMNASTICS SPIRIT GYMSPORTS is currently looking for girls and boys to join their recreational and development programs.

Gymnastics is a sport for everybody, regardless of age, gender or ability. It is the perfect activity to prepare children for long-

term participation in sport and develops vital life skills.

Classes are available at Subiaco on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons and at Murdoch on Thursday afternoons & Saturday mornings.

A free trial class is available.

Call Debbs van Hagen (owner/manager) on 9387 4127 or visit the website www.spiritgymsports.gymnastics.org.au for further information and bookings.

Year 7 Transition

In week 17, all Year 7s will be involved in activities to experience and challenge their skills in: Deepening their Faith and understanding of

the Gifts of the Holy Spirit Teamwork Showing respect Using the environment in a sustainable way Maximising potential Developing positive partnerships Creating a sense of safety and belonging;

and Celebrating achievements.

Tuesday, 8 June: In-school Religion Retreat: “Gifted By the Spirit” Wednesday. 9 June: Field Events Thursday, 10 June and Friday 11 June: Camp at Woodman Point Important Reminders for Week 17 1. A pizza and box drink lunch will be provided

on Tuesday. Please provide lunch if this is not suitable for your son/daughter.

2. Students must bring a packed morning snack and lunch for Thursday lunch on camp.

3. Students may wear House shirt and jeans or long shorts on Tuesday. Dress should be in line with the College Casual Dress Day policy (including enclosed shoes suitable for sporting activities.)

4. Students may wear sport uniform with House shirt, to school on Wednesday.

5. Camp letter provides guidelines for dress whilst at camp.

Year 7 teachers with other teachers from within the College look forward to learning with our students. Mrs Sue Benson Year 7 Coordinator

Behaviour Tonics are running the 1-2-3 Magic and Emotion Coaching Parent Course at the Loftus Community Centre in Leederville, with a Wednesday evening course available to parents and carers of 2-12 year old children. This is a flexible and effective approach to discipline and is rated highly by participants. Running over 3 x 2.5 hr sessions it is full of information, tips and practical strategies. When: Wednesday 16th, 23rd & 30th June, 7pm to 9:30pm $110 single $190 dbl To enquire/register call 9201 1250 or go to www.behaviourtonics.com.au

The Wembley Theatre Company The Wembley Theatre Company have two great parts still available in this year’s Pantomime, The Story of Aladdin, by Tony Nicholls. If you would like to join the wonderful cast for this October production, please phone Bryce Manning on 0417 179 485 or 9387 5151. Senior School Students preferred.

St Mary’s Cathedral Inaugural Concert Series 2010 Concert 2 A Choral Bouquet for Our Lady Sunday 15th August commencing at 2.00pm Concert 3 Durufle Requiem Sunday 31st October, commencing at 2pm Tickets available through BOCS Ticketing 9484 1133 or 1800 193 000 or www.bocsticketing.com.au

The Invitation below is extended to the John XXIII College Alumni for the century Alumni only

classes of 1970’s, 1980’s and 1990’s.

We have had a lot of children ordering food items that are not on the current Winter Menu and having the wrong money, especially on Wednesdays as this is a PASTRY FREE DAY the Menu is on the web site so could you please check before ordering . Please note Fried Rice is $4.00 not $4.50 as on Menu.

Canteen Roster Week 8 - Year 6 Have Fun on Canteen

Tue 8th June Kathryn Salt

Wed 9th June Angelia Knight

Thurs 10th June Sally Kenny, Deidre Clarke

Fri 11th June Melissa Vivian, Leonie D’Souza

Mrs Maureen Taylor - Canteen Coordinator

Parental Requests of Student Services Please note that staff at Student Reception are not available to run messages to students during school time. If a message is urgent, every effort will be made to contact the student if necessary. Thank you for your continued support. Parents Please Note If your child is not going to be able to attend school could you please notify Student Reception ASAP by Phone: 9383 0406 or Email: absentees@johnxxiii.edu.au Do Not notify individual teachers or House Coordinators.

Health Information ALLERGY AWARENESS – INSECT ALLERGY The most common causes of severe insect allergy in Australia are: bee sting (Honey Bee and Native Australian Bees), wasp sting (Paper Wasp and European Wasp) and ant sting (Jack Jumper and Green Ant). Other insects such as bull ants, ticks and caterpillars can also cause severe allergic reaction but are less common. This reaction is called Anaphylaxis, and requires urgent treatment. The College has several students who have severe allergic reactions to insect stings. Like food allergy, there are several actions or strategies that can help reduce the risk of an insect sting but we can never make an environment risk free. Children who have a severe insect allergy and are at risk of anaphylaxis need to have their adrenaline autoinjector and Anaphylaxis Action Plan for Insect Sting easily accessible at all times. Strategies that may reduce the risk of insect stings can include: Using insect repellents that contain DEET

( D i e t h y l t o l u a m i d e , N , N - d i e t h y l - 3 -methylbenzamide)

Wearing light coloured clothing that covers most exposed skin

Avoid wearing clothing with ‘flower’ type prints Wearing shoes at all times Avoiding perfumes or body creams/deodorants

which have a scent Wearing gloves when gardening Avoid picking up rubbish which may attract insect/s Being extra careful where there are bodies of water

i.e. lake/pond/swimming pool. Chlorinated pools attract bees

Drive with windows up in the car or windows closed in a bus

Keep your drink (glass/bottle/can) indoors or covered. Always check your drinks before you sip

Keep garbage bins covered – lids on Keep grass areas mowed (reduce weed such as

clover which attracts insects) Wear boots and thick clothing such as denim jeans

if ant sting allergic and in an area known to have specific ant. Avoid ant mounds

Not provoking bees, wasps or ants Have mounds/nests removed by professionals Students at school must report bee/wasp nests to a

teacher immediately Severe allergic reactions to stinging insects are usually lifelong. Some people who have severe insect sting allergy may be able to access effective treatment called immunotherapy or desensitisation. Those who are allergic to bee or wasp stings can discuss a 3 – 5 year program, which can help ‘switch off’ the allergic reaction, with a recognised specialist in the field of clinical immunology and allergy.

For more information on allergies go to: www.allergyfacts.org.au

Mrs Jenny Hill—College Nurse

Have you the cheek?

Have you the cheek to help with cerebral palsy research? 500 children born in Australia each year are affected by Cerebral Palsy, a disorder of movement and posture. The Cerebral Palsy Association is seeking Caucasian children (aged 5-18) with or without cerebral palsy and their mothers. All you need to do is complete a short survey and donate cheek swab. Participation is easy and takes about 10 minutes—you can help from home. For further information and enrolment, SMS your name and address to 0439 201 795 or telephone 1800 800 254. Website: www.adelaide.edu.au/c e r e b r a l p a l s y . E m a i l : cerebralpalsy@adelaide.edu.au

METROPOLITAN STUDENT INCIDENT WARNING - HIGH

ALERT Following an email from the Catholic Education Office, as in previous warnings this is a reminder to encourage all students to be vigilant and alert when travelling to and from school.

Alumni News Since Leaving......

Amy is a Loreto Past Pupil Scholarship Winner operating on a dog..... "Since leaving John XXIII College I went on to study Veterinary Science at Murdoch University. I am currently working as a small animal veterinarian in Hobart, Tasmania where I live with my husband Daniel. I love my work, am very passionate about the joy that animals bring to our lives, and hope to one day own my own veterinary practice. "

Legends @ Lunchtime Legends at Lunchtime started this week with Meneesha Michalka (Class 1998) invited to speak to students for the Day of Competence. The program is outlined in the attached flyer, giving you a snapshot of Alumni that have agreed to give up lunchtime to share their journey with students from Years 10, 11 and 12. Sessions include Charity/Volunteering (living out the Seek Justice Mission), Psychology, Law, Marketing, Medicine, Sport, Events Management, Surveying/Business and young Entrepreneurs; something for everyone. Students are encouraged to attend, to be inspired, to ask questions and share the journey of each of our “Legends at Lunchtime” Alumni. It’s a great opportunity and I am very grateful that each of these Past John XXIII students have volunteered to come back to their alma mater.

NO BOOKINGS REQUIRED ‘ T h e W o r l d o f Ado lescent Boys ’ ‘Understanding and enjoying them’ by Celia Lashlie:

Celia Lashlie is the author of bestselling book, He’ll Be OK: Growing Gorgeous Boys Into Good Men. The researcher and social commentator, who was the first woman in New Zealand to work as a prison officer in a male prison, knows what happens when boys make wrong choices. She openly shares her experiences on the world of adolescent boys and shares her advice on how to better understand and enjoy them.

Celia will be appearing at Christchurch Grammar School Chapel Queenslea Drive, Claremont on Wednesday 9 June commencing at 7.30pm-9.00pm This is a FREE EVENT Inquiries: 9442 1555

ALL WELCOME

Ignatius Library A reminder to all Parents of students in the Primary School (K-6) that the Library is not available to students after school. Could all parents continue to use the After School Care Program (Jellybeans) for child minding purposes. Thank you for your continued support in this matter. Mrs Angela Cull - Library Coordina-

AUSSIE RULES FOOTBALL MILESTONE Dale Rakich’s (Class 1992)

300th game Will take place at 12.30pm this Saturday 5th June

Against Swan Athletic at City Beach oval. Come along and support him.

Dale has not only has been President but the list of accolades as a player is among the best

around and most importantly he is also the games record holder for the club. He will be playing reserves.

An Invitation to an Elegant Evening Of Art, Champagne and

The Launch of the Mandorla Art Award

This is the first time the collection has been exhibited outside New Norcia.

7.00pm – 9.30pm Thursday 24 June 2010 Tickets $10.00 per head Circle of Friends Cafe

Exhibition beautifully housed in the College Chapel Tickets from Julie Bevan

(Current Parent) 0438 558 788 Or Past Parent, Ros De Souza

(Josh & Toby Byrne) 0438 911 346

REUNIONS Class 2009 John XXIII College 1st Year reunion

Friday 1st September 2010 Contact Alumni Development Officer Anna Gingell

Tel (08) 9383 0520 Fax (08) 9385 2173 Mob 0437 207 089

Email gingell.anna@johnxxiii.edu.au or book on line www. johnxxiii.edu.au

Class 1965 Loreto Nedlands 45th reunion

Saturday 20th November 2010 Contact Sue Harwood nee Baker Tel 9364 2610

kharwood@bigpond.net.au or Lyndell Olivier nee Taylor 0407 445 172

For further details

Get on board with the Activ Charity Challenge and run or walk for a good cause on August 29th. This is your chance to make a real difference and get active with the team from the College. Students, mums, dads and teach-ers can walk or run, 4km, 12km, 21km or 42km!

We now have a team registered and everyone can now sign up on the web site using our unique school code. Go into the registry site, type in the team name John XXIII College and the password is Challenge. You then need to choose which event you would like to be part of. The unique code number is SCH7054

Clear Solar School Challenge

http://www.citytosurf.activ.asn.au/1/3379/3377/home.pm

Largest School Team PRIZE 4kW System 22x panels (188watts) with a Xantrax 5kW Inverter** - Value of $24,500. Awarded to the school team with the most registrations

Highest Fundraising School Team

PRIZE 4kW System 22x panels (188watts) with a Xantrax 5kW Inverter** - Value of $24,500. Awarded to the school team raising the most funds for Activ

Best School Spirit PRIZE To be announced. Awarded to the school team who get everyone involved the best. It might be fancy dress, it might be school uniform, maybe you have a mascot, dress up a teacher or everyone paints their face. We want to see you have fun!

Join the largest school team in WA.

Staff who have committed: Anne Fry, Lyn Plant, Jacqui Johnson,

We’d like to see our team grow. Email us if you intend to join the JTC team or can help us out. plant.lyn@johnxxiii.edu.au or Johnson.jacqui@johnxxiii.edu.au

Tuesday 13 July: Murdoch University “Be an Animal Scientist for a day” This event is for students in years 10-12. Time: 9am -3pm. Spend a day on the farm, find out what it’s like to be an animal scientist including testing pastures for grazing and handling sheep. For more information contact j.hulme@murdoch.edu.au

Wednesday 14 July: Murdoch University “Be an IT student for a day” For more information contact Nazli Gwynn on 9360 6382 or n.gwynn@murdoch.edu.au

Friday 16 July: UWA “A Day in the Life of a Business School Student” Participate in hands on and interactive fun activities, work in teams, chat to current students and lecturers about the Commerce degree at UWA. There will also be a chance to win prizes! For more information contact wanda.warlik@uwa.edu.au RSVP is required.

Friday 16 July University of Notre Dame “ A Day in the Life of a University Student”. Years 10-12 students can participate in hands on activities, attend mini-lectures and meet current students and prospective student advisers. For more information or to register contact future@nd.edu.au.

Further down the track:

WAAPA Extension Courses WAAPA offers a range of interesting short courses that could be helpful to aspiring performing arts students. Please visit www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/explore to see the complete list of possibilities in acting, dance, jazz, and arts management, but in particular please note: Saturday 18 September 10.00am – 4.00pm Acting Audition Masterclass $225 (min age 17) Saturday 4 September 10.00am – 1.00pm Music Theatre Audition Masterclass $150 (min age 15 years) Places in these classes fill quickly so interested students should apply as soon as possible. Ms Sarah Hammond - Careers Coordinator

Term 2 Week 16 From the Careers Counsellor

Tuesday 8 June ECU Teaching Careers Evening, 6.30pm, Mt Lawley Campus. Speak with the current teacher education team, find out about course requirements and course structure, view features of the teaching degree, chat to current students and education department staff. Info on scholarships and fees will be available. For more information see www.ecu.edu.au follow the links to future students then events.

Wednesday 9 June: Curtin University Humanities Course Information Evening Time: 5pm – 7.30pm Venue: John Curtin Gallery Building 200. Learn how to apply, and get information on scholarships. There will also be presentations about the different majors. For more information see the Curtin website www.curtin.edu.au and follow the link to “future students” and “Events”.

Thursday 17 June: University of Melbourne Course Information Night. Staff from the University of Melbourne will be at the Duxton Hotel at 6.30pm to present and discuss the courses available, admission requirements and scholarships available. For further information or to rsvp see http://www.futurestudents.unimelb.edu.au/events/interstate/wa-session

Friday 18 - Saturday 19 June National Careers & Employment Expo Perth Convention Centre 9.00am-4.00pm Friday and 10.00am - 4.00pm Saturday This is the final free careers expo of the year. There will have an excellent range of exhibitors, including the Defence Force, Rail, Water and Fitness representatives, transport industry employers, Qantas and a variety of government agencies. There will be some good talks and students will be able to ”Try-a-Trade” (this year bricklaying, painting, cooking and vehicle mechanics). Further information is available at www.eocexpo.com.au.perth.aspx. The following activities are coming up in the school holidays (but students are reminded to act NOW to register for a place) Wednesday 7 July: visit Fremantle Hospital Occupational Therapy Service or Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital Occupational Therapy Service 1.30pm. Students in years 10-12 can attend and see first hand what an occupational therapist does. For further information call 9431 2098 or 9346 2855. Monday 12 July: Murdoch University “Be a Vet for a day” (Year 12 students) Time: 9am-1pm, Cost: $77. This is a great opportunity to find out if Veterinary Science is for you. Attend lectures, talk to staff and students and tour the amazing vet sciences facilities, including a real farm. For more information or to apply contact j.hulme@murdoch.edu.au

Parents often ask for interesting and relevant strategies to help their children stay safe when using the internet. This Federal Government initiative may help.

The first issue of the Cybersmart newsletter, Cyberzine, has just been published. A link to the newsletter is below:

http://www.cybersmart.gov.au/Cyberzine.aspx The newsletter will be published three times a year. Each issue will provide details about how to access resources and information, and useful content, on the Cybersmart website. In this issue we look at Safer Internet Day 2010 and two new cybersafety programs—the Pre-Service Teacher training program and Cybersmart Hero, an interactive activity for primary school students. The newsletter also contains a subscription form so you can sign up for future issues.

Mr John Joosten - ICT Coordinator

Saturday Senior Netball It is very important that you let your coach know if you can’t make a training session. Your coaches plan their training sessions in advance and may need to adjust their training session depending on the numbers that are attending. If you do not attend training and have not informed your coach then you will probably get half a game only. This is club policy as it is a team game and you are expected to attend all training sessions. NO MATCHES played on the 5th of June as it is a general bye for the long weekend. The Members Association Championships will be held at Matthews Centre over the long weekend. We would like to congratulate the following girls who have been selected to represent the Perth Netball Association at the Members Association Championships, 17/Under team: Georgina Jolly, Verity Johnston, and Kathryn Franz. 15/Under team: Alannah Briggs, Celia Rosario and Kate Langton. 14/Under team: Lauren Islip and the 12/Under team: Jordan Islip and Charlotte Court. We wish you the best of luck in the up coming Championships. Just a reminder as winter is approaching that training WILL NOT get cancelled due to rain. TRAINING STARTS AT 3.30PM AND FINISHES AT 5PM. Looking forward to an enjoyable and spirited netball season Alisha Allen Assistant Netball Coordinator

Parent Teacher Interviews/Meetings 2010 Please note the following Parent/Teacher Interviews for 2010. Year 10, Year 11 and Year 12 Parent Teacher Follow Up Meeting 10th August in the Exhibition Centre at the College from 3.30pm—8.30pm Year 7, Year 8 and Year 9 Parent Teacher Follow Up Meeting 7th September in the Exhibition Centre at the College from 3.30pm—8.30pm Mr Robert Novacsek - Deputy Principal, Studies

Yr 9 Parent Social Function Reminder

Our Yr 9 get together for parents this term is a social drinks evening.

We’re hoping you have this in your calen-dar and we’re looking

forward to seeing you there. Louise and Pip

Yr 9 Parent Co-ordinators

Venue: 24 Kavanagh St West Leederville

Louise and Gordon Taylor’s House Date: Saturday 12th June 2010

Time: 7:30pm BYO: Drinks and a plate to share

R.S.V.P wembleyelectrics@iinet.net.au Philippa@questpeople.com.au

The magnificent restoration and expansion of St Mary’s Cathedral is now complete and once again, St Mary’s is welcoming literally thousands of visitors each week for daily and weekend Masses or to simply marvel at its history and beauty. Restoration and construction costs were $32.9 million. Archbishop Hickey recently announced that as at 1 June 2010, a remarkable $29.5 million had been raised through the fundraising ap-peal. His Grace called on the support of our Catholic community to help raise the $3.4 million required to “complete” St Mary’s! Donations are tax deductible. Special recognition applies for Leadership Gifts and special items such as the historic Pews are available for funding. If you can help...please visit the appeal website at www.stmarysappeal.com.au for more infor-mation or contact the Cathedral Appeal office on (08) 9427-0322.

The Tournament of Minds Competition is an Australia wide program designed to provide students with the opportunity to participate in creative activities solving open ended challenges. Students from years 7, 8, 9 and 10 are invited to participate in this year’s competition commencing at the start of Term 3.

Students are formed into mixed teams of 7, of mixed ages and can choose to participate in either one of the four categories, Maths Engineering, Language Literature, Social Sciences and Applied Technology. Students will be involved in problem solving and finding a creative way to present their solution to judges in a presentation which often involves scripting and acting, singing and costume design, culminating in the grand final at U.W.A.

If any students would like to participate in this year’s competition, please register your interest with Mrs McLean at Learning Enrichment by the end of week 17, Friday 11th June.

Women Who Lead – Knowing Your Worth, Tuesday 15 June Hadley Hall, Methodist Ladies’ College at 6.30pm Knowing Your Worth recognises that men and women often have entirely different approaches to their work, teamwork and negotiating pay rises. Both genders have a lot to learn from one another in order to create a harmonious and productive work environment, as well as enabling individuals to achieve their personal work goals. A wonderful addition to the original speaker line up is Adam Neal. Adam is one AMAZING guy who is the primary care giver in his family whilst his wife Tarita pursues her career as General Manager of Human Resources at Perth Airports. Adam and his wife Tarita discussed the important roles and responsibilities involved in raising a family and agreed that Adam would take responsibility for cooking dinner, baking scones for school events and running the canteen and their children’s baseball club. Adam is keen for men and women to hear their family story to ensure we all understand the choices that are available and how successful and fulfilling they are for each member of the family. Knowing Your Worth – a must attend event for both men and women of all ages.