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The Star Term 2 Week 4 2020 | 1 community challenge choice Dear St Michael’s College Community, As you would have seen through The Star over the years, the Kids Helpline website is a terrific resource for young people, parents, and schools: “Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone (1800 55 1800) and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25. Since 1991, Australia’s kids and young people have been turning to our professional, specialised counsellors, no matter who they are, where they live, or what they want to talk about. Over this time, we have responded to over eight million contacts. For some young people, connecting with Kids Helpline has been a life-saving experience, while for others it’s about practical help and emotional support at the critical moment they need someone to listen.” As you might imagine, COVID-19 has resulted in many varied reactions, emotions, and effects, and the Kids Helpline site is a valuable point of contact for help and support on a range of matters relating to the pandemic. The Kids Helpline “your guide to everything novel coronavirus (COVID-19)" can be found here and includes such information as 'what to do when you are anxious about a pandemic', and 'returning to normal’. How can I make it easier to return to 'normal'? You are not responsible for other people’s actions – only your own. Here are some things you can do to feel a bit better: Be kind to yourself. You are entitled to your feelings. It’s ok to feel different emotions about things going back to normal. You are human and it’s ok not to always feel your best. Engaging in some self-care and coping strategies can help! Focus on meeting your needs. This means reflecting on what you need in order to feel better. You can ask yourself questions such as: “What do I need right now?”, “How does this activity make me feel?”, “Is this what I want or I am only doing this for someone else?” Take things at your own pace. Everyone adapts to change at a different speed. Just because you might be adapting more slowly/quickly than those around you, doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. Know your boundaries. Be clear with others and establish what you believe is or isn’t acceptable behaviour. Practice assertive communication. This means communicating your boundaries and values in a way that is both polite and firm. Kids Helpline is a service of yourtown and one of our great Lasallian works. Kind regards, John Foley Principal Term 2 Week 4 - 22 May 2020 Issue 15/20 Primary Campus 78 East Avenue Beverley SA 5009 T 8346 6548 | F 8346 9449 [email protected] Secondary Campus 15 Mitton Avenue Henley Beach SA 5022 T 8356 5966 | F 8356 1092 [email protected] www.smc.sa.edu.au

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Dear St Michael’s College Community,

As you would have seen through The Star over the years, the Kids Helpline website is a terrific resource for young people, parents, and schools:

“Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, private and confidential 24/7 phone (1800 55 1800) and online counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.

Since 1991, Australia’s kids and young people have been turning to our professional, specialised counsellors, no matter who they are, where they live, or what they want to talk about.

Over this time, we have responded to over eight million contacts. For some young people, connecting with Kids Helpline has been a life-saving experience, while for others it’s about practical help and emotional

support at the critical moment they need someone to listen.”

As you might imagine, COVID-19 has resulted in many varied reactions, emotions, and effects, and the Kids Helpline site is a valuable point of contact for help and support on a range of matters relating to the pandemic. The Kids Helpline “your guide to everything novel coronavirus (COVID-19)" can be found here and includes such information as 'what to do when you are anxious about a pandemic', and 'returning to normal’.

How can I make it easier to return to 'normal'?

You are not responsible for other people’s actions – only your own. Here are some things you can do to feel a bit better:

• Be kind to yourself. You are entitled to your feelings. It’s ok to feel different emotions about things going back to normal. You are human and it’s ok not to always feel your best. Engaging in some self-care and coping strategies can help!

• Focus on meeting your needs. This means reflecting on what you need in order to feel better. You can ask yourself questions such as: “What do I need right now?”, “How does this activity make me feel?”, “Is this what I want or I am only doing this for someone else?”

• Take things at your own pace. Everyone adapts to change at a different speed. Just because you might be adapting more slowly/quickly than those around you, doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong.

• Know your boundaries. Be clear with others and establish what you believe is or isn’t acceptable behaviour.• Practice assertive communication. This means communicating your boundaries and values in a way that is both polite

and firm.

Kids Helpline is a service of yourtown and one of our great Lasallian works.

Kind regards,

John FoleyPrincipal

Term 2Week 4 - 22 May 2020

Issue 15/20

Primary Campus 78 East Avenue Beverley SA 5009 T 8346 6548 | F 8346 [email protected]

Secondary Campus 15 Mitton Avenue Henley Beach SA 5022T 8356 5966 | F 8356 [email protected]

www.smc.sa.edu.au

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THANK YOU...THE MARTIN FAMILY

Last week, it was with great sadness that we acknowledged the passing of Mr Lynn Martin. Lynn, and the Martin family, have been associated with the College since 1954. In 2016, The Star told the story of the Martin family’s involvement with the College and we reprint it today in honour of them, and in particular, of Lynn. Rest in Peace Lynn.

Our Lasallian heritage follows the spirit of faith, service, and community – an ethos that’s been alive since the College’s inception. One of these many families are the Martin family.

In 1954, the Hindmarsh Parish Priest, Fr Cuthbert Hoy, who (legend has it) was a master at roping people into jobs for the parish, prevailed on a local young parishioner, Brian Martin, to collect donations towards the school building fund

from attendees. Little did Brian know, this was the start of an association with the College that would last to this day.

Brian and his wife Margaret both served on various boards and committees during the 1970’s to 1990’s. Brian chaired the campus Consolidation Committee, which investigated the move of the Year 8 students to the Secondary Campus. He also led the College appeal to raise much-needed funds for this urgent capital works. During this time, four of their five children were enrolled at St Michael’s.

Lynn, the oldest son, who started in 1973, served as College Vice-Captain. He returned in 1977 to teach at the College. Lynn’s four sons, Daniel, Matthew, Nicholas and Patrick, also attended.

David Martin, son number two, graduated in 1975, being awarded the prestigious Athlete of the Year Award. He had several successful years as College Captain. David married fellow old scholar Loretta Mancini (a prefect in 1975) who, in years to come, became a teacher at the Primary Campus. The pair have four children, Christopher, Timothy, Anthony and Jessica, who all graduated from the College.

Although Nareeda, the third child and first daughter, didn’t attend St Michael’s, her daughter Meg Martin-Dashwood did.

Marianne began at St Michael’s in Year 12 in 1981 and was elected College Vice-Captain. She married Paul Zanelli (class of 1981), and two of their three children, Samuel and Louis, also attended. Marianne served the College as a parent representative and offered her expertise on the feasibility study and for the Jubilee Committee.

Carolyn, the youngest of the Martin children, began at St Michael’s in Year 11 and graduated in 1988. She married Phil Dawkins (class of 1988), and their three children, Joshua, Harrison and Tayla, continued the family tradition.

Little did Brian know back in 1954 that assisting at the opening day of the Beverley Campus would prove to be the start of a deep connection with the College. This included: • 17 children and grandchildren as St Michael’s scholars • A further two grandchildren and three great grandchildren who are enrolled at SMC• Four marriages to fellow St Michael’s College old

scholars • One College Captain • Five College Vice Captains • Five Prefects/College Leaders • Five Athletes of the Year • One Principal’s Award • One Service to the College Award.

In addition to Brian and Margaret Martin’s direct family connection, there are wider related family connections to the College – involving the Gutte, Martin (John & Betty), O’Donnell, Auld, Mancini, Ullianich, Zanelli and Carlin families.

The College is eternally grateful to the Martin family, and the many others who have forged and contributed to the history of St Michaels College.

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UNIFORM SHOPPlease note that payment is to be made by card only.

Check here for the College uniform requirements:

COLLEGE CALENDAR AND ADMINISTRATION

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK /SMCAdelaide/

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @stmichaelscollege

ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS"Entertainment" is now 100% digital!Your Digital Membership allows you to conveniently search, save and redeem thousands of offers near you in an instant.Support St Michael's College by purchasing your online membership via the link below:

https://www.entertainment.com.au/orderbooks/160m078

PASTORAL SUPPORTIt is inevitable that in a school the size of St Michael’s College, many of our students will experience the illness and/or death of a close family member or friend. Many of you are familiar with my involvement with the families of the school.

I would like to invite you to call me if there is any assistance I can offer with bereavements, funerals or support for your families during illness, whether it be a visit or prayers.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me directly via email: [email protected] and/or mobile: 0432 340 268

With blessings,

Sr Nithya, Pastoral Support Worker

ENROLMENTS FOR SIBLINGSA reminder to families that it is never too early to enrol siblings of existing students at the College.

Enrolment Applications can be downloaded from our website (please click this link) or requested by contacting the Registrar.

Susan Barker, Secondary Registrar:Phone: 8356 5966 Email: [email protected]

Annie Clift, Primary Enrolments Officer:Phone: 8346 6548 Email: [email protected]

Open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday8:00am - 4:15pmClosed between 12:30pm and 1:00pm

UNIFORM SHOP HOURS

Please advise student lateness or absenteeism via the designated phone number:

PRIMARY: 8150 2397SECONDARY: 8150 2323

STUDENT ABSENCE

RIPMr Otto Kratil Much loved grandfather of Ethan Harradine (Year 10).

Mr Andre SimoniSt Michael's College old scholar (2011).

Mr Cris Del CampoSt Michael's College old scholar (1998).

Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them. May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace. Amen

MAY Week 5 25 Reconciliation Week27 Year 10 immunisations28 Year 7 to 9 School Photos

JUNE Week 6 3 Primary Photos5 Normal school dayWeek 7 8 Queen's Birthday - Pupil free day9 Year 10 to 12 School Photos

Please note: all scheduled excursions are on hold until further notice.

Term 1 Tuesday 28 January - Thursday 3 AprilTerm 2 Monday 27 April - Friday 3 JulyTerm 3 Monday 20 July - Friday 25 September Term 4 Monday 12 October - Friday 4 Dec

TERM DATES

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SCHOOL PHOTOGRAPHS School photographs are scheduled to be taken by advancedlife. An envelope has been distributed to Pastoral classes this week. It is our preference that ordering be completed online to reduce administration and potential security issues related to the return of cash and envelopes on photo day. Orders for packages and sibling photographs can be placed securely online at www.advancedlife.com.au using our school’s unique nine digit advanced order code PAR 6DP FZ6. Portrait and group package orders are due by photography day.

Should you wish to purchase a sibling photograph online, the order must be placed no later than 2 June (Primary Campus) and 8 June (Secondary Campus). Sibling photographs will only be taken if an order has been placed.

Should you have any queries concerning school photographs or online ordering, please email them to [email protected].

SecondaryYear 7 to Year 9 – Thursday 28 May.Year 10 to Year 12 – Tuesday 9 June.Catch up photo day for individual photos (Secondary Campus) Friday 12 June.

PrimaryPrimary photos – Wednesday 3 June.Catch up photo day for individual photos (Primary Campus) Friday 12 June.

To order now, go to www.advancedlife.com.au and enter the nine digit code PAR 6DP FZ6.

Mr Brent Parfrey, Daily Organiser - Secondary

WHOLE SCHOOL

STREAMING MASSES AT SMCIn an effort to keep the Catholic and Lasallian ethos present in our minds and hearts during the COVID-19 times, the College was excited to live stream a Mass service from the Secondary Campus Chapel. Last Friday, the St Michael’s College Primary and Secondary Campuses celebrated the feast of our founder, St John Baptist de La Salle by viewing the Mass via screen projection in their Pastoral classes, while 10 staff and students gathered in the College Chapel with Fr Paul McCormack MSC to facilitate the Mass. Students and staff engaged in singing and responses in their classes.

This year was a very different experience from what the College is accustomed. Both Campuses would usually celebrate the Mass in the Secondary Campus Founders Hall, with approximately 1800 students and staff gathering together, however, this experience was well worth the planning and technical preparation to continue our important traditions in a different format.

Year 9 and 10 Pastoral classes also had Mass streamed to their Pastoral classes this week with some student leaders reading in the Chapel. There are plans to have a Year 12 and 11, and a Year 7 and 8 combined Mass streamed to Pastoral classes. Hopefully we can return to our usual year level Masses in the Chapel next term.

This week is the anniversary of five years since the Pope’s encyclical Laudato Si. This encyclical outlines the Catholic Church’s teachings on the environment and human ecology, and caring for our common home. In fact, the Vatican has decided to make it a focus for a whole year. The whole world will be joining together in prayer on Sunday at 12:00pm (local time) in support of our planet and people. You will find the prayer here: https://laudatosiweek.org/prayer/. There are numerous online resources and I would encourage you to investigate, to learn more about the church’s teachings on these important issues, and reflect on what we can do as individuals and as a community to support these initiatives. The staff will be involved with a staff reflection day in Term 3 to explore this encyclical and how we can better respond to it.

Robert Dempsey, Director of Mission

Useful links:• https://www.ncronline.org/news/earthbeat/heres-what-expect-laudato-si-week-popes-ecology-document-turns-five?clickSource=email

• https://catholicearthcare.org.au/• https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/event/laudato-si-week/• https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2020-03/pope-francis-laudato-si-week.html• https://www.catholic.org.au/commission-documents/bishops-commission-for-justice-ecology-and-development/laudato-si/1711-encyclical-summary/file

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PRIMARY CAMPUS

EXTEND BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CAREExtend is the place for your children to thrive, learn and play, so what are you waiting for? Book and enrol at www.extend.com.au

Hours of OperationAfter School Care: 3:30pm - 6:00pmHoliday Care: 7:00am - 6:00pm

Contact Details0497 254 [email protected]

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Paper Hovercrafts Human DrawingBoard Fizzy Oranges Basketball

HORSEInvisible

Extinguisher

DISCOVER LEARN PLAY

Experiment with food.

Work together to win! Have fun and be safe.

STAR OF THE WEEK!

ThomasFor his efforts in

promoting activities and leading by example.

Thank you to all the wonderful children who came to the service with big smiles and full of energy. As always, it has been a pleasure looking after the boys and getting them involved with activities.

Adam PawlakService Coordinator

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SECONDARY CAMPUS

COMMUNITY UPDATE Please find below an outline of adjustments made to the Term 2 and 3 Teaching and Learning Program.

Ms Bron Kemp, Director of Curriculum & Assessment

WEEK DATE YEAR LEVEL ACTIVITY1 to 10 Term 2 7 to 12 All scheduled excursions and incursions on hold until further

notice.6 5 June 7 to 12 Now a normal school day 8:45am to 3:30pm (previously a

student free day).9 and 10 24 June to 1 July 11 Year 11 mid-year exam program cancelled for Semester 1.

Students will be required to attend school as normal. The formal examination program will resume as calendared in Semester 2. Some subjects may replace exams with in-class extended testing and feedback.

9 and 10 29 June to 3 July 10 Year 10 mid-year exam program cancelled for Semester 1. Students will be required to attend school as normal. The formal examination program will resume as calendared in Semester 2. Some subjects may replace exams with in-class extended testing and feedback.

10 29 June 10 To assist with 2021 subject selections, the Year 10 Future Pathways Day will be delivered to students in an appropriate format at school, either face to face or live streamed.

10 2 July 11 Year 11 Choicez Seminar – cancelled.10 3 July 11 To assist with 2021 subject selections, the Year 11 Subject Expo

will be delivered to students in an appropriate format at school, either face to face or live streamed.

10 3 July 7 to 12 Last day of term. Early dismissal 12:45pm.TERM 3WEEK DATE YEAR LEVEL ACTIVITY1 20 to 24 July 12 Year 12 trial exams will continue as calendared in order to

prepare students for the SACE end of year exams. The trial exam schedule will be distributed to Year 12s towards the end of Term 2.

STAGE 1 AND 2 ITALIANStage 1 and 2 Italian students are encouraged to attend these information sessions in order to enhance their conversation skills in preparation for the final Year 12 oral exam. This is an excellent opportunity to improve their pronunciation and fluency. Students can register for just one day or both.

Thursday 16 July: Session 1: (10:00am - 11:15am) All about me (discussing interests and leisure).Session 2: (11:15am - 12:45pm) If I won the lottery... (discussing hypothetical situations).Tertiary presentation and lunch: (12:45pm - 1:45pm).Session 3: (1:45pm - 3:30pm) One day... (expressing future plans and desires) and evaluation.

Friday 17 July:Session 1: (10:00am - 11:15am) Introduction game: "Chi pensi di essere?".Session 2: (11:15am - 12:45pm) TG Italian News Broadcast.Tertiary presentation and lunch: (12:45pm - 1:45pm).Session 3: (1:45pm - 3:30pm) The Great Debate and evaluation.

Ms Angela Benedetti, Italian Coordinator - Secondary

This program will offer intensive

and interactive language learning

experiences for SA students enrolled in a

Stage 1 or 2 Continuers language pathway

in a range of languages.

Let’s talk!Intensive oral language

program in the school holidays

Register online at www.ticketebo.com.au/letstalk

Registration close 14 July 2020

Key objective of all sessions is to improve

proficiency through engaging and

differentiated language/cultural experiences.

Given that the focus of all sessions will be on

the oral use of the target language, groups

are capped at 12 students.

Note: Students will be able to register for either 1 or 2 days as the

program for each day will be different.Each day runs from 10.00am — 3.30pm.

Three sessions of 75 minutes duration will

be offered by highly proficient speakers of

Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian

Japanese or Spanish.

Venue:School of Languages, 255 Torrens Road,

West Croydon.Cost:

$10 per day School card / Healthcare

card holders FREE

When:Thursday 16 and

Friday 17 July 2020

hallo

holaselamat pagi

buenos dias

bonjoursalut!

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YEAR 7 DESIGN AND TECHNOLOGY - MARBLE RUN CHALLENGE"We were tasked to make a marble run that would last for 30 seconds. In this task I learnt how to be creative, how to work in a team, and how to manage my time well. The best part of the project was the creation of the run. We didn’t have much by the end but making the run and testing it was a fun experience for us. I would improve our run by firstly having a plan of what the run would look like, how we could make it slower, and to then improve on our communication in the group and not to be distracted by small details". - Angel Balacco (7BPC-02)

"In this task we were asked to make a marble run that goes for 60 seconds. We realised quickly that we didn’t have enough time so we made it 30 seconds. The longest time our group achieved was 19 seconds! We learnt that the more sticky tape you put on, the slower the marble will go because of the friction. The best part of the challenge was working with our team mates, and each time something went wrong, we wouldn’t get mad at each other, we would just start laughing and then try to fix it." - Josh Farr (7BPC-02)

"For this task our group of four designed a marble run out of cardboard and masking tape. The goal was to make the run last 30 seconds. Our team got a time of 19.9 seconds! By creating our marble runs, we were able to learn how friction and angles affects the run time of the marble. By using tape we could slow the roll of the marble, and by having the marble roll down smaller angles, we were able to further slow the roll of the ball. The best part of this project was testing our marble run because we were able to enjoy watching our hard work come together. Next time we would make sure that we are using our time efficiently and sharing the team roles equally to improve our success." - Brendan Talbot (7BPC-02)

REMINDER OF MENIGOCOCCAL VACCINATIONS AT SCHOOLThis is a reminder to Year 10 parents and legal guardians that nurses from City of Charles Sturt will be attending the school on Wednesday 27 May to provide the scheduled Year 10 meningococcal immunisations. Please contact the City of Charles Sturt on 8408 1111 if there have been any changes to the details previously provided on the consent card.

Mr Brent Parfrey, Daily Organiser - Secondary

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COLLEGE LEADER PROFILESMICHAEL LAUDATO

HOUSE CAPTAIN PROFILESLUKE SERETIS

COLLEGE LEADER

As a leader I would describe myself as easy to get along with, thoughtful, patient, and humble.

The thing that I do that I am the proudest of is playing football because it’s something that I enjoy and aspire to follow as a career.

My greatest sporting moment was getting to play on Adelaide Oval twice in 2019.

Leadership doesn’t always mean being at the front of the group or being the loudest. I believe leadership means to set an example of how you would expect everyone in the group or team to act.

The best thing about attending SMC is feeling like you are a part of a community in which everyone is very accepting of each other.

A quote that I believe in is “hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard”.

I have a pet dog whose name is Winston.

HOUSE CAPTAIN FOR MACKILLOP

My greatest sporting moment was when I was in Year 4 and I kicked a snag after the siren to get into the Lightning Cup Grand Final.

This year as a House Captain I wish to be best known as a nice person,

and as someone who is always willing to help people.

Five words which best describe my personality are kind, relaxed, creative, cooperative, and grateful.

To be a Lasallian Leader means to always be nice to everyone.

A quote that I believe in is “the goal is to die with memories not dreams”.

Something funny that has happened to me was when I lost my phone on an Outdoor Education bushwalk in the Adelaide Hills, and a month later the police sent my phone to my house!

2020 BRAIN BEE CHALLENGECongratulations to Year 10 students Harriet McClure (10PC-05), Bethany Corbett (10PC-09), and Maddison Furnell (10PC-09), for their successful completion of round one in the 2020 Australian Brain Bee Challenge.

Harriet, Bethany, and Maddison independently participated in a series of online learning activities earlier this year, before being challenged in a state-wide quiz held towards the end of Term 1. Usually, the highest achieving students progress to the state championships in round two (held late Term 2), however, this year the 2020 Brain Bee Challenge has been cancelled beyond round one.

I congratulate these students for their endeavour during this challenge as they delved into some complex learning around all things neuroscience. All three students were grateful for the opportunity and they got to learn some pretty cool information too!

I would also like to take this opportunity to invite your students across all year levels to take part in a Term 2 competition, 'Explain the Brain'. In this competition, students are invited to explore neurodiversity and create a short video or infographic to teach others. You can find out more about the Explain the Brain competition here or register your interest via this link.

Explain the Brain Prizes:• 1st: $250 Visa card (or equivalent)• 2nd: $150 Visa card (or equivalent)• 3rd: $100 Visa card (or equivalent)

Please contact Mr O’Reilly for any more information.

Mr Gavin O'Reilly, Head of Department - Science - Secondary

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A big thank you for all the kind donations of wool, we have more than enough and we are ready to get started on our knitting (and hopefully we won’t get too knotted!)

Mr Dittmar has always wanted to learn how to knit and the Year 8s told him to “get knotted”! Our Year 8 cohort wanted to get involved in community service, and are now going to help Mr Dittmar to knit and make blankets for the homeless.

Once completed, we will contact charities that help the homeless in the APY Lands and in the city.

If you are knitting along at home, our squares are 30 x 30 rows, and you are welcome to use any size needle.

KNITSWITH

DITTSUPDATE

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SOUTH AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESEarly in May, the ABC published an article on the impact of COVID-19 on apprenticeships. Many of last years graduates have confirmed that unfortunately they have been stood down.

The good news is that we are beginning to see the benefits of the establishment of the Osborne Shipyard, producing the new attack class submarines. Naval Group Australia have just advertised for a broad range of jobs, not just in the trade areas. See https://careers.naval-group.com.au/

Current students who wish to be in a good position to secure an apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical areas should be keeping an eye on these websites. For our broader community who may be looking for work, you may wish to consider registering on the Naval Shipbuilding Workforce Register. https://www.navalshipbuildingcollege.com.au/careers/ This is the source of recruitment for a broad range of careers in Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and Supply Chain.

The new Seasonal Work website is also worth looking into for members of our wider community keen to consider other opportunities. See https://www.seasonaljobs.sa.gov.au/

Datacom continue advertising for casual customer call centre staff.

The digital publication CityMag list interesting job opportunities each week. See: https://citymag.indaily.com.au/special-report/look-whos-hiring-some-job-opportunities-we-thought-you-might-like/

If you are a member of our community and may have part time or casual work opportunities in your business, either for our current students or our 2019 graduates, we would appreciate hearing from you. Please email [email protected]

FACULTY OF HEALTH UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE INFORMATION SESSIONEach year around this time, University of Adelaide hold a “Future Careers in Health” event where information is provided in regard to Medicine Dentistry Oral Health, Nursing Psychology, and all other areas of health at the University of Adelaide.

This year it is likely to be a Virtual event called Health HQ and details will follow in coming weeks. You can register in advance: https://health.adelaide.edu.au/health-hq

WORK EXPERIENCEThe UNISA Museum of Modern Discovery (MOD), have their current exhibitions online. This is something that we should all be engaging with, given that perception builds a growth mindset.

Please note, work experience applications are open

again as MOD are offering online work experience for students this year in June and July.

Students must apply ASAP, see: https://mod.org.au/about/work-experience/

Whilst the dates are outside our normal work experience weeks, with permission and advance planning, this may be approved through Mr Vizaniaris.

YEAR 11 STUDENTS SEMESTER 2 AVIATION SUBJECT OPTIONStudents interested in Aviation or the Aeronautical industry will be pleased to hear Glenunga International High School will be running a Stage 1 Aviation Studies course next semester.

It is resulted under SACE Scientific Studies and is open for St Michael’s College students to apply. The Stage 1 course is recommended for Year 10 and Year 11 students, and it prepares students for the Stage 2 Aviation Studies course that they can follow on with in 2021.

This course covers the theory component of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Recreational Pilot’s Licence (RPL) and examines students in Basic Aeronautical Knowledge under the guidance of the Murray Bridge Flying School. The course incorporates the RPL into Stage 2 Scientific Studies and is concerned principally with Flight Operations.

If a student wants entry into the Royal Australian Air Force, to fly for a commercial airline or pursue a career in aviation, then they can gain an advantage when applying for post school opportunities within the aviation industry.

Topics are focused around fixed-wing, single, and twin-engine aircrafts, and include aviation units and charts, aerodynamics, flight operation and performance, flight planning, meteorology, navigation, and radio navigation.

Students will use focused software and access our desktop multi-functional Synthetic Flight Trainer (SFT). This simulates different types of aircraft from basic analogue single-engine, to full avionics multi-engine turbine propeller aircraft. We also utilise the Flight Simulator at the ASMS.

A recreational pilot licence authorises pilots to fly light, single-engine aircrafts as the pilot in command, independently of a flying school, without supervision. (To complete the RPL, students will need to complete at least 25 hours flying time, which is not part of this course but can be organised separately).

SACE Credits: Stage 1, 10 credits Course Length: Semester (Stage 1) Training Day and Time: Week 1 - Term 3, Tuesday 2:00pm – 5:15pmLocation: Glenunga International High SchoolDress Code: School uniform

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Program Cost (per student): $198 (These fees cover the course text and notes, and an optional polo shirt) Students are also enrolled in the subject at GIHS.

Please note that interested students should have B grade passes or better in Maths and Science subjects.

Students interested should email Ms Coorey in the first instance who will arrange a careers counselling appointment and forward the required paperwork.

LEADERSHIP IN OUR COMMUNITYLaTrobe University are offering free modules in their MBA program for those with some experience in leadership in the workplace. See: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/news/articles/2020/release/new-free-program-for-leaders-in-lockdown

Ms Rose Coorey & Mr Anthony Vizaniaris, Career Counsellors - Secondary

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DOBSONS UNIFORM SHOP – 8150 2306The Uniform Shop is located on Lawrie Street, Gate 4, next to the bus zone.

Parents have access to the shop either from street parking or by using the existing visitor car parks.

Primary Campus parents/caregivers can also purchase items over the phone and have them delivered directly to the Primary Campus at any time.

Please note that the Uniform Shop will only be taking payments by card until further notice.

Uniform Shop HoursTuesday to Thursday: 8:00 am - 4:15 pmClosed between: 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm

SECOND HAND UNIFORMS: ONLINE SELLING AND BUYINGPlease refer to the College website for information relating to the sale of second hand uniform items. For further assistance phone 8346 3411.

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286 Henley Beach to City287 Henley Beach to City288 West Lakes Centre Interchange to CityH22 Henley Beach South to Wattle ParkH32 Henley Beach South to CityGrange train

School bus serviceAdelaide Metro bus routes & timetables

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This program will offer intensive and interactive language learning experiences for SA students enrolled in a Stage 1 or 2 Continuers language pathway in a range of languages.

Let’s talk!Intensive oral language

program in the school holidays

Register online at www.ticketebo.com.au/letstalkRegistration close 14 July 2020

Key objective of all sessions is to improve proficiency through engaging and differentiated language/cultural experiences. Given that the focus of all sessions will be on the oral use of the target language, groups are capped at 12 students.Note: Students will be able to register for either 1 or 2 days as the program for each day will be different.

Each day runs from 10.00am — 3.30pm. Three sessions of 75 minutes duration will be offered by highly proficient speakers of Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian Japanese or Spanish.

Venue:School of Languages, 255 Torrens Road, West Croydon.

Cost:$10 per day School card / Healthcare card holders FREE

When:Thursday 16 and Friday 17 July 2020

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