loreto college newsletter 20 august 2013

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Volume 25 - 20 August, 2013

Jus ce Sincerity FREEDOM Verity Felicity Sincerity Freedom JUSTICE Verity Felicity

God our Creator, Mary Ward’s life was permeated by a deep trust in Divine

Providence, even in the face of incredible dangers. She was able to say

with firm convic on: “Our happiness, security and progress are not to be

found in riches, greatness and the favour of princes, but in having our way

open and free to Almighty God, whence our strength, light and protec on

come.” Let us ask for a detachment from things which prevent us from

travelling lightly on this earth and the grace to know where our true

wealth lies – ‘in having our way open and free to Almighty God.’ Amen.

Dear Parents and Students

TOWARDS THE FEDERAL ELECTION 2013

Over the next three weeks I have been asked to provide the community with a series of ar cles on ‘Catholic School Funding’ and the ‘Policy Ques ons’ being put to the two major par es by the Catholic Sector. This informa on has been provided by the Queensland Catholic Educa on Commission (QCEC) in partnership with Queensland Parents and Friends for your interest and informa on. I trust that you might find it helpful.

UNDERSTANDING THE FACTS ON FUNDING FOR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

For over 180 years, Catholic schools have educated children in Australia. Today, Catholic schools enrol 735,000 students in 1,706 schools across the country. Both major par es have commi ed to increases in school funding over the next four years. It is important to understand the facts about funding for Catholic schools. One‐in‐five Australian students currently a end a Catholic school.

Catholic schools have a strong social jus ce mission to form well‐rounded individuals who make a posi ve contribu on to their local communi es. A strong Catholic educa on system contributes to a strong Australian community. All governments provide important funding for Catholic schools along with families who contribute to the costs of Catholic educa on through fees and fundraising. According to the Australian Government’s My School website, Catholic students receive, on average, 20 per cent less government funding than students in government schools. Even when parent fees are taken into considera on, Catholic schools operate with an average of 10 per cent less recurrent funding than government schools. Even with fewer resources per student, the Australian Catholic school system is amongst the best in the world, compared to Shanghai, Finland and Singapore on interna onal tests, for student performance across all socio‐economic backgrounds. Catholic schools save the taxpayer $2.2 billion each year which helps take the pressure off government schools.

Ahead of the Federal elec on on 7 September, both major par es have been asked a number of ques ons about funding for Catholic schools. Their responses will be provided in the near future.

For further informa on please visit www.qcec.catholic.edu.au


CONGRATULATIONS

To Eloise Carroll (Year 12) on her selec on to the Queensland Cross Country Team represen ng the State at the Australian Cross Country Championships being held in Tasmania later this month. We wish her every success.

To Beth Kassulke (Year 9) on her selec on to represent Brisbane in the State Carnival for Touch Football being held in Rockhampton at the end of August. We wish her every success.

To the Loreto Athle cs Team on their success at the Interschool Athle cs Carnival yesterday. The girls can be well pleased with their efforts showing pleasing improvement on last year’s results. It was great to see a number of personal bests achieved. Loreto was placed third in the all‐important Percentage Cup and fi h overall. Well done to the captains Carla Caputo and Isabelle Mowen, the athletes, the coaches and of course Mrs Stevens for her co‐ordina on and enthusiasm. Thank you to the Year 11’s for their spirited support too.

To the Loreto Music students who par cipated last weekend in the Queensland Catholic Colleges’ Music Fes val. As always the standard was high and Loreto’s performances impressive. I congratulate the girls, their teachers and tutors on working so hard over many months to produce such wonderful musical standards. Thank you to Mr Langford and the Music Department for your commitment and enthusiasm and special thanks to the Music Ensemble Captains too for your inspira on and leadership of the groups.

CONDOLENCES

To Sarah Nicholson (Year 10) on the recent passing of her Grandmother. We offer our prayers and sympathies to the Nicholson family.

Your sincerely Mrs Cheryl Hamilton Principal

Sincerity Freedom JUSTICE Verity Felicity


Wednesday 21 August

St Vincent de Paul Visit to Ozcare - 4.30pm - 6.30pm

Year 11 and 12 Drama Theatre Visit 7.30pm - ‘Tequila Mockingbird’

Friday 23 August

Rosies’ Outreach - 6.30pm

Sunday 24 August

Year 10 Mother / Daughter High Tea - 2.00pm

Primary Music Camp

Monday 26 August

Health and PE Week

Year 11 and 12 Fitness Assessment

Year 10 Subject Selection Night (Mary Ward Centre) - 7.30pm

Tuesday 27 August

Sport Parent Support Meeting - 7.30pm

Wednesday 28 August

Year 11 Economics Excursion

Thursday 29 August

Year 10 English Theatre Visit to “Tequila Mockingbird” - 7.30pm (optional)

Friday 30 August

P & F Fathers’ Day Breakfast 7.00am


THE LORETO COORPAROO

PAST PUPILS’ ASSOCIATION

CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO

THE LORETO COORPAROO

PAST PUPILS’ ASSOCIATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO

LUNCHEON

THE 2013

$90

PER PERSON

Proudly presented by the Loreto Coorparoo Past Pupils Association, all are welcome at our annual Spring Luncheon, Sunday 8 September. Enjoy a sumptuous two course lunch plus drinks and listen to our guest speaker, Felicity Costigan from Mary Ward International. Why not get a table of ten together?

Don’t miss the Multi-draw raffle with proceeds to The Principal’s Discretionary Fund & Mary Ward International Australia.

Like to be a Table Captain? Simply email Jayne Kelly [email protected]

Advance bookings only - sorry, no tickets at the door

Sunday 8 September 12 Midday

Sky Room Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Grey Street entrance, South Brisbane

RSVP Friday 30 August

Book today at www.trybooking.com/DBMC

12 Midday

Sky Room Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Grey Street entrance, South Brisbane


Book today at www.trybooking.com/DBMC



Dear Parents Second-hand Uniform Trading

The College is conscious of the need to provide an efficient process for families to be able to recycle their uniforms and student resources. Beginning in 2014 there will be a new system for the sale and purchase of second-hand uniforms, details of which are set out below. This move was endorsed at a meeting of the P & F late in 2012.

I am delighted to inform you of the school’s new initiative to provide parents with the ability to trade second-hand items via the “Sustainable School Shop”. Families are assisted to list For Sale & Wanted advertisements online and the system then matches buyers with sellers. Results from other schools have been excellent; families have enjoyed a comprehensive and convenient method of trading these second-hand items. The Sustainable School Shop is providing complimentary Annual Family Memberships until 31st January 2014 and we would encourage parents to take full advantage of this opportunity. You need to nominate the College when you register on the Sustainable School Shop website to receive your complimentary Annual Family Membership (lasts 365 days). The service provides access to second-hand uniforms all year round. We will monitor the progress of this system for second-hand uniforms only in the initial phase and it may be extended in the future to cover other items such as books, musical instruments, calculators and the like. As a result of this change, the second-hand uniform shop will not be trading after the end of this Term and is no longer receiving supplies. For the best results: List items for sale List Wanted Ads for those items you are looking to buy The College’s uniform lists are loaded into the system to make listing ads easy The system matches the ads of buyers with sellers and notifies the buyer (Wanted Ad) via

email Buyers contact sellers and arrange where and when to trade Parents are well supported via Sustainable School Shop’s telephone (1300 683 337) and

email help lines The system is simple and easy to use - If you don’t have a computer, internet access or an email address, please call the Sustainable School Shop for assistance All enquiries should be directed to the Sustainable School Shop on: 1300 683 337 or help is also available through ‘Contact Us’ on their website at www.sustainableschoolshop.com.au We are very excited about this new initiative being offered to parents and we hope you will make the most of the opportunity to annually recycle your daughter’s second-hand uniform items. Further information in the form of a User Guide brochure will be sent out in the near future. Noel Williams – Business Manager



TÜà WxÑtÜàÅxÇà Year 8 Red have completed the unit “Designer Label” . Students were asked to select an object to be placed on a bag and designed for a particular person. The object was then photographed and altered in Photoshop. They then worked with the image to design and cut a stencil suitable for Silk Screenprinting. Their design also included text which related to and gave added meaning to the object. Their artwork is presented below. Leonie McCulkin - Art Coordinator


VtÜxxÜ axãá Careers Market

This Friday 23 August in the Mary Ward Centre during lunch time, all students will have the opportunity to visit and speak with representatives from Universities, private colleges, TAFE and Gap/Volunteering groups. This event is only held every two years at the College and I would encourage all girls to make time to come to the Careers Market and see what exciting courses are on offer post Year 12. This event is highly recommended to all Year 10 and 12 students as they start to make subject selection decisions and finalise QTAC preferences.

Training for Aviation Engineers (ATAE) Information Session

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Training. Receive an insight into Aviation Maintenance Engineering careers. An information session will be held at 6:30pm on 27 August. To confirm your attendance please RSVP by Monday 26th August by contacting ATAE on 07 3198 3600 or emailing [email protected]. If you are unable to attend this session, please contact us and alternate arrangements can be made. Where: Hangar 3, Qantas Avenue, Archerfield Airport, Tuesday 27th August 2013, 6.00pm - 8.00pm. Chris Rynne - Careers Coordinator

Wxutà|Çz axãá The Quarter Finals for the Queensland Debating Competition were held last Friday night. Sadly, our last surviving team – the mighty 8.1s – lost to Gregory Terrace in a very close debate. The girls performed admirably and I am proud of all that they have achieved this year. Given that they have been meeting regularly since week two this year, their season has been a long one! Thanks to the Year 12s who attended the debate and offered their support, complete with team mascots! There is, however, one more debate to look forward to – the “friendly” Loreto versus Villanova debate, which will be held on Friday 18th October. Each team will field a Year 8 student as first speaker, a Year 10 as second and a Year 12 as third. The Villanova boys have to argue the affirmative on the topic That Women are the Stronger Sex. More details will be forthcoming closer to the event. John McKinlay - Debating Coordinator.

ZxÉzÜtÑ{ç axáãá An Opportunity to Listen with Empathy and Understanding In the follow up to the Year 9 Geography unit studied last semester “People on the Move”, the Multicultural Development Association (MDA) would like to invite students, teachers and parents to attend a special showing of the theatre performance “I am Here” as part of the Queensland Multicultural Week celebrations in September. According to Eli Moore from the MDA:

If you are interested in attending, please see booking details on the accompanying flyer. Diane Hanson - Geography Coordinator

[xtÄà{ tÇw c{çá|vtÄ Xwâvtà|ÉÇ jxx~ Next week Loreto will celebrate HPE week. The official week is actually the week of QCS, with National HPE day on 4 September. Due to the fact that the Year 12 students would be unable to participate in the activities, the College has decided to move the activities one week early so that the whole school can enjoy the organised events. During the week, students will be very active with mass zumba classes, fitness activities, staff vs student dodgeball, a skipping display and Loreto's own inaugural Relay Run. The Health & Wellbeing council will also be supporting the event with a healthy bake on one of the days. Coinciding with HPE week, the school will launch the sports equipment room. The Year 8 students have been given the challenge of naming the room which will issue out sports equipment at lunch times. A number of the Year 8 students met with Mrs Hamilton earlier in the year and submitted a request for the sports equipment and ideas for lunch time activities.



As a result, those plans are ready to be put into action and a team of Year 8 students will be responsible for lending and maintaining the equipment for a more active Loreto. I wish to thank all of the Year 8 students who have been part of this process and hope to see as many students as possible participate in HPE week. Chris Jones - PE Coordinator

VÉÇzÜtàâÄtà|ÉÇá To Ella Van Dyck for her achievements at the Queensland Irish Dancing Championships held last week.

Ella came 2nd and qualified for the World Championships in London 2014. She is now preparing for the National Championships in Perth in the September holidays. Well done and good luck Ella!

`âá|v axãá QCMF Results

Congratulations to all students in and conductors of Loreto Music Ensembles. The weekend’s performances at QCMF were outstanding. You should all be proud of your achievements, as well as appreciative of the time and effort put in by your conductors to help you prepare and perform so well. Thank you also to the parents who support this great event by re-arranging schedules, providing extra transport, volunteering for work shifts etc etc. Your help is also greatly appreciated. Full results (in performance order) were:

Guitar Ensemble Two – Gold Award

Junior Choir – Gold Award

Guitar Ensemble One – Gold Award

Flute Ensemble Two – Gold Award

Flute Ensemble One – Silver Award

Clarinet Ensemble – Silver Award

Percussion Ensemble Two – Silver Award

Senior Choir – Gold Award

Percussion Ensemble One – Silver Award

Concert Band Two – Gold Award

Jazz Ensemble – Gold Award

Exit Stage Left – Silver Award

String Ensemble – Silver Award

Sorelle – Gold Award

Chorale – Gold Award

Symphony Orchestra – Gold Award

Concert Band One – Gold Award

Primary Music Camp

Our next music event is this Sunday 25 August’s Primary Music Camp. All members of Concert Band One and String Ensemble will need to arrive by 2:30 pm to participate in the afternoon concert (3pm to 4pm in the MWC). Students who are helping as tutors should arrive by 8:30 am (or at the alternate time negotiated with Mr Langford).

Lunchtime Music Recital String Players Soloists and duets are invited to register to perform in a Lunchtime Recital on the MWC stage on Friday 6 September. Please sign up on the music noticeboard if you are interested. String Players Please note there are NO String Ensemble rehearsals or string lessons this week as Mrs Reck is away.

Ben Langford - Director of Music



axã UÄtéxÜ [ÉÇÉâÜ cÉv~xàá If you have a new blazer and require an honour pocket embroidered onto it, can you please hand it into Anne Herft at the Service Area by Friday 13th September. Blazers will then be sent away to have embroidery done and will be returned in Term 4. The school will be invoiced for this service and parents will be required to pay on collection of blazers. The company requires all blazers to be handed in dry cleaned , clearly marked with student’s name and the official letter stating what embroidery wording is required attached to the blazer. See table below for embroidery prices.

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The embroidery on the old blazers is still being done by Y’s Uniforms at Holland Park. Please contact them directly for prices. Phone:- 38498787.

fxvÉÇw [tÇw hÇ|yÉÜÅ f{ÉÑ Due to the uniform shop shutting down at the end of Term 3, we require any parents who have items in the shop for sale to please contact Anne Herft so that arrangements can be made for you to collect any unsold item. If these are not collected by the end of term, it will be assumed that you no longer require these items and arrangements will be made for leftover items to be sold and funds donated to the P&F. We can no longer sell the “old” style blazers so if you would like us to, we can remove the pockets and send the blazers onto SVDP who issue these to the needy or homeless. If you have a blazer in the uniform shop can you let me know if you are happy with these arrangements. Current families who wish to order blazers have until the end of term to have their daughters fitted. Other arrangements will be made for new 2014 families to attend a special fitting day (dates to be finalised). More information will be available once we have the sustainable school shop up and running. The uniform shop still has a reasonable supply of uniforms so if you are looking for any uniforms, now may be a good time to buy! Many thanks for all your support of the second hand uniform shop. Anne Herft - Uniform Shop

\ÇàxÜtvà Ytà{xÜËá Wtç etyyÄx ‘Interact’, Rotary’s service club for young people, are selling tickets next week for the Father’s Day Raffle. Funds raised will directed to the important and life-changing work undertaken around the world by Mary Ward International. MWI supports the Loreto Sisters’ mission in areas such as Education, Community Development and Health and Social Justice. Prizes have been very kindly donated by Vintage Wine Cellars, Pacific Golf Club and Bunnings Warehouse. The raffle will be drawn at our celebratory Father’s Day breakfast, Friday 30 August.


EMBROIDERY SERVICE COSTING

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Freight (To and From QLD)

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axã \Ç|à|tà|äx |Ç à{x VtÜx Éy fàâwxÇàá tà _ÉÜxàÉ Sixteen Year 11 students have completed the Peer Skills two day workshop to train them to become Peer Helpers at Loreto for the rest of Year 11 and on to Year 12. The program, which is under the auspices of LifeLine Australia, is consistent with and supports the Pastoral Care approach to the welfare of students at Loreto College. Peer Skills recognises that when young people have difficulties, they frequently in the first instance, turn to their peers for support rather than approaching an adult. The purpose of the training is to develop personal strengths within the participants such as self-understanding and the fostering of positive supportive relationships, as well as cultivation of greater competence in problem solving, conflict resolution, goal setting and goal achievement so that the quality of support amongst students is enhanced. The Peer Skills program is an experiential learning workshop aimed at enhancing the peer support, problem solving and help-seeking of young people. The two day workshop builds upon the peer relations skills young people already have and use daily. The program is supported by Lifeline Community Care and the workshop is facilitated by our two School Counsellors, Mrs Davies and Ms Hardie. The group consists of Nikita Bedwell, Greta Carlson, Julia Edwards, Prue Hempel, Emily Hayes, Sarah King, Madeleine Lloyd, Kate Meteyard, Claudia Miotti, Shannon O’Connor, Nicole Quinn, Hannah Radvan, Meghan Shannon, Gabrielle Stein, Jemma Stubbs and Madeleine Taylor.

WÜtÅt g{xtàÜx XåvâÜá|ÉÇ On Wednesday evening Year 11 and Year 12 students will visit The Cremorne Theatre to see Tequila Mockingbird. This is a modern adaptation of the well-loved To Kill a Mockingbird and we will certainly be treated to a new view on an old classic, provided by the innovative theatre company shake ‘n stir. Students in Year 11 will complete an assessment task after viewing but girls in Year 12 are also attending on a voluntary basis. The show begins at 7.30pm and finishes at 8.50pm. Students should be picked up at 9.00pm at the Cremorne Theatre. Thank you. Kerry Williams - Drama Coordinator

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A group of politically astute Year 11 students joined local business leaders for an early morning debate with the Prime Minister at the South East Brisbane Chamber of Commerce Meeting held on Tuesday 6 August at Morningside’s Colmslie Hotel.

Littered with local, state and national media on ‘Day 2’ of the election campaign, the political debate featured Prime Minister Mr Kevin Rudd and opposing candidates standing for the local seat of Griffith; including, LNP candidate Dr Bill Glasson, Greens candidate Mr Geoff Ebbs and Karin Hunter, candidate for the Palmer United Party.

Facilitating the debate was Queensland Newspapers Group Editor, Mr Gary Shipway who posed topical questions relating to small businesses, education, health and the highly contested subject of refugees and asylum seekers.

Congratulations to the Year 11 students, including Maddie Lloyd, Maddy Taylor, Sarah King, Rebecca Marshall, Megan Shannon and Greta Wilcox, who accompanied Mr Noel Williams, Mrs Chris Cuskelly, Mrs Catherine Shipton and Ms Emma Beach to further support the Chamber’s objective of building stronger partnerships between local businesses and schools and representing Loreto students as the voice of the future.


c 9 Y axãá AGM Nominations As the time nears for our annual general meeting, we invite nominations for the positions of President, Vice-President (2), Treasurer and Secretary. Although you may not have your heart set on a formal position you are welcome to attend the AGM and witness first-hand the business of the group that represents you within the school. Had you attended the last meeting for instance you would have heard a lively discussion about the netball survey and the future of the Sports Support Group, and much more. More on that issue in future. The meeting to determine who will sit on the committee for 2014 will held on Tuesday 3 September. The meeting is held at 7.30pm in Room 605 on the bottom floor of the Gonzaga Barry Building. Even if you can’t make it the results will be announced through these pages in future. If you attend only once a year, why not make it this time.

P & F Meeting highlights Apart from the netball and sports discussions, the last meeting on 6 August also covered:

Live and Wired - planning well advanced for event which runs from 4-7pm on 20 October

Drop curtain – installed and delivering benefits in the Mary Ward Centre

2013 P & F fund raising projects - evacuation chair, dishwasher and defibrillator have been purchased and the drama room has been air-conditioned

Music Support Group – report on activities including AGM

Year 12 Formal parents’ dinner, Open Day, Volunteers Local website, Principal’s Report (delivered by Helen Carty), Treasurer’s Report, and more

Fathers’ Day Breakfast

This is a highlight of the school year for one half of the Loreto parent population as the males of the species are showered with love and attention in the form of a barbeque breakfast just outside the Mary Ward Centre. This year it is being held on Friday 30 August from 7am. Urge your daughters to overcome the ordeal of hauling themselves out of bed early and the embarrassment of being seen in the public with the ‘old man’ just this once. Fathers attending will receive a special gift. Garry West - P & F Secretary


Calling all Loreto Dads!

Kick off your Father’s Day weekend with a breakfast with your daughters. Come and dine together on bacon and egg burgers, fresh fruit, juice, tea and coffee. Grab the chance to catch up with other fathers. Each year this event gets bigger and better so don’t miss out!


Book today at www.trybooking.com/didf

Entry by gold coin donation

The Annual Loreto P&F

Father’s Day Breakfast

Friday 30 August at 7am

By the pool at the Mary Ward Centre

Entry by gold coin donation


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The subject selection evening will be held for parents and students on Monday 26 August starting at 7pm. This is a valuable opportunity to talk with Subject Coordinators and teachers of Year 11 and 12 subjects to gain more information about the Senior Courses on offer.

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Last Friday 16 August, sixteen eager Year 10 students accompanied Ms Davidson to UQ St Lucia to provide support to participants in the Rio Tinto Ride to Conquer Cancer. The idea for this event was initiated by some of the Year 10 students and we congratulate Jessica Balzano, Tiarna Brock, Sarah O’Shea, Sabrina Pennisi and Sandra Ponych for their initiative and recognition of this very worthwhile cause. The sixteen students acted as information guides and ‘cheer squad’ for the participants finalising registration and equipment. The Loreto girls worked enthusiastically for the afternoon and were recognised for their sense of spirit by Channel 10 news, covering their weather segment for the day from the venue. It was a fantastic opportunity for the students to provide support for an event raising funds for medical research into cancer. The event organisers expressed their thanks for the positive and engaging contribution Loreto made to the atmosphere of the event. Michelle Davidson - Year 10 Coordinator

lxtÜ DC `Éà{xÜ B Wtâz{àxÜ [|z{ gxt A final reminder that all Year 10 Parents are invited to attend a Mother and Daughter High Tea this Sunday 25 August at Vintaged, Hilton from 2.00 pm - 4.30 pm. The cost is $28 per person. Please be aware that numbers are limited to 110 guests so don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to share an afternoon with your daughter and other mothers in delightful surroundings. Katrina, Kim & Kylie Year 10 Parent Representatives

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CSGSSA Athletics On Monday 19 August, our athletics team from Loreto College competed at the annual CSGSSA Track and Field competition at QEII Athletic Stadium. Congratulations to Carla Caputo and Isabelle Mowen for their work as Track and Field Captains for the day. A big thank you to Year 11 spectators and teachers for their support. Overall Loreto were placed 3rd in the Percentage Trophy and 5th in the Beirne Cup. This was a huge improvement from the previous year due to hard work at training and at the UQ Athletics meets. Congratulations to the Athletes that competed on the day as well as our Reserves. I would like to particularly thank the parents who assisted at the lead up meets during the season. Congratulations to the following girls who won their events: 14 years Age Group Sidone Smith – Division 1 Javelin Ashley Parker – Division 1 Discus 16 Years Age Group Sarah Novic – Division 1 200m Dash and 100m Dash Claudia Miotti – Division 2 100m Dash Jemima Moore – Division 2 Long Jump 17 Years Age Group Samantha Firrell - Division 2 Javelin Meg Stevens – Director of Sport



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Tuckshop Volunteers Monday 26 August ‐ Friday 30 August

Monday 26 August: Cath Tapsall, Raphael Finn, Bronwyn

Harvey, Cindy Grigolo, Margaret Lee

Tuesday 27 August: Frances Steiner, Anna Stafford, Margaret

Coates, Anna McLennan

Wednesday 28 August: Millie Coorey, Maureen Robb, Fiona

Greenwood, Helen Usher

Thursday 29 August: Karen Chaston, Judy Cunningham,

Caroline Da‐Rin De‐Barbera, Ca a Camaroni, Lisa Roberts

Friday 30 August: Sue Carey, Chris ne Murphy,

Jane Stephen, Jenny Mullen

Special of the Day ‐ $3.80

Monday 26 August: Chicken & Cheese Burgers

Vegetable Burgers

Tuesday 27 August: Toasted Chicken Kebabs

Wednesday 28 August: Cabonarra Fe ucini

Thursday 29 August: Jacket Potatoes Cheese/Bacon/Sour

Cream

Friday 30 August: Sushi ‐ $2.60 per roll

Library Roster Volunteers

Monday 26 August ‐ Friday 30 August

Monday 26 August:

Liliana O’Bryan, Jane Larkin, Sonya Mio , Tania White

Tuesday 27 August:

Linda Clarke, Kerrie Ross

Wednesday 28 August:

Tania Miller, Catherine Sheridan, Allison Dwyer, Chelle Day

Thursday 29 August:

Brenda Sco , Catherine Lyons, Karen Cipressi,

Theresa Knudson

Friday 30 August:

Kerry Tully, Marisa Leask, Aurea Taylor

$30 Now available from the

Second-Hand Uniform Shop

or College Reception.

Hurry, limited stock available.

Loreto Umbrellas


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Thank you to the 115 parents and 191 students who completed our recent Netball Survey. This Survey sought feedback from students

and parents as to whether they would prefer our students to con nue to represent Loreto in the sport of Netball through the BSGSA

Compe on on Wednesday a ernoons or to move to Club Compe on on Saturday a ernoons. The results of the Survey are

summarized in the pie graphs below.

Parent Responses Student Responses

It is clear from the responses that the Wednesday a ernoon BSGSA Compe on (represented by the blue segment) is the more

popular op on. Reasons for this preference include:

“I would like to s ll play for my club team so I would rather play Wednesday a ernoon for school as it means I can do both.” “Lots of girls have other commitments on Saturday a ernoons including work and other stuff so the Wednesday a ernoon is much be er.” “Very happy to leave things as they are, as it enables students to do Club sport in addi on to school sport, and foster other friendship groups outside of school.” “My daughter is involved with both water polo and tennis for Loreto ‐ she would not be able to play these and club netball. Wednesday a ernoon netball is a great compe on and should con nue.”

The comments from both students and parents provide us with valuable informa on on many other issues including parents’ desire to watch their daughters play sport and to contribute to sport at the College, the students’ apprecia on of the range of sports available at Loreto, and the disappointment of both students and parents when girls miss out on selec on for teams. This informa on assists our on‐going planning for sport at Loreto. A reminder that the parents’ Sports Support Group is mee ng next Tuesday night, 27 August, at 7.30pm in Room 605 in the Gonzaga Barry Building.


Volume 25- 20 August, 2013

Freedom Sincerity JUSTICE Verity Felicity

Year 9 Retreat



Science Week



Queensland Catholic Schools & Colleges’ Music Festival

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CatholiC eduCation – For a stronger Community

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authorised by mike Byrne, executive Director, Queensland Catholic education Commission, 143 edward St, Brisbane 4000

understanding the FaCts on Funding For CatholiC sChoolsFor over 180 years, Catholic schools have educated children in australia. Today, Catholic schools enrol 735,000 students in 1,706 schools across australia.

Both major parties have committed to increases in school funding over the next four years. it is important to understand the facts on funding for Catholic schools.

One-in-five australian students currently attend a Catholic school.

Catholic schools have a strong social justice mission to form well-rounded individuals who make a positive contribution to their local communities.

a strong Catholic education system contributes to a strong australian community.

all governments provide important funding for Catholic schools along with families who contribute to the costs of Catholic education through fees and fundraising.

according to the australian Government’s my School website, Catholic students receive, on average, 20 per cent less government funding than students in government schools.

even when parent fees are taken into consideration, Catholic schools operate with an average of 10 per cent less recurrent funding than government schools.

even with fewer resources per student, the australian Catholic school system is amongst the best in the world, compared to Shanghai, Finland and Singapore on international tests, for student performance across all socioeconomic backgrounds.

Catholic schools save the taxpayer $2.2 billion each year which helps take the pressure off government schools.

Percentage of StudentS Per Schooling Sector

average net recurrent incoMe Per Student - governMent SchoolS & auStralian SySteMic catholic SchoolS

www.ncec.catholic.edu.au 02 6201 9830 www.qcec.catholic.edu.au 07 3336 9306

Source: aCara, National Report on Schooling in Australia, 2011

Source: aCara, My School 2011

Women Walk for Water Friday 20 September

11.15am - 1.15pm

Donate today via our Everyday Heroes webpage:

https://give.everydayhero.com/au/loreto-www-2013

All proceeds go to

Care Australia’’s

Give Water for Life Appeal

providing safe drinking water to

underdeveloped countries

Optional Dress

FEMALE SUPERHEROES

Celebrating 85 years

FEATURING

SORELLE

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JAZZ ENSEMBLE

LORETO COLLEGE ROCK BANDS

VILLANOVA COLLEGE BIG BAND

AND MORE!

Join us for an afternoon of Jazz, Soul & Rock on the Deshon Oval BYO picnic rugs, wine and dine through the afternoon and into the evening international foods BBQ bar wine tastings jumping castle and games for the kids!

1-3 Septembermatinee and evening performances

Book at www.mdainc.org.au3391 4433

Qld Multicultural Centre120 Main StreetKangaroo Point

i am hereback by popular demand

what would you do if everything

you knew was gone?

The Multicultural Development Association (MDA), Brisbane Multicultural Arts Centre (BEMAC) and Two Thumbs Up present

loreto college newsletter 20 august 2013

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