25 November 2019

Principal’s Reflection

I’m really pleased that ‘Schoolies Week’ is over for our young people. I am sure that the vast majority of them had a good time and celebrated safely. But, like their parents who watched them head off, I am always filled with trepidation for what potentially could go wrong. News reports last week had police showing footage of $30 million in drugs being intercepted before they arrived at the Gold Coast. As pleasing as that is, no doubt plenty got through. Yesterday’s Sunday Mail carried a very challenging feature article on some of the awful consequences of young people taking Ecstasy tablets. The article reported a police officer saying, “When we make drug arrests, we see the conditions that these drugs are manufactured in and you wouldn’t eat at their breakfast tables, let alone use a drug they’ve created.” The Editorial from yesterday’s SM is worth thinking about –

‘It’s the gnawing question that eats away at the parents of teenagers and young adults whenever their son or daughter is out partying with friends, whether at a suburban house party, Schoolies, a nightclub or music festival. Is my child safe? This natural and universal concern for parents is nothing new, but it has been heightened by a disturbing increase in the dose of illicit drugs such as MDMA which was responsible for the deaths of six young Aussies at music festivals between December 2017 and January this year. Australia has the ignominious title of being a world leader in MDMA consumption, as European based drug cartels flood our shores with tonnes of the drug; produced in filthy Dutch labs for as little as 32 cents a pill and sold for up to $30 to Aussies (Pill) tests also cannot assess the purity of pills or what effect the drugs may have on an individual user. What is certain is the prevalence of illicit drugs such as MDMA is an issue that families must confront together. Parents must arm themselves with the facts and become aware of the true extent of the problem. And teenagers and young adults must be properly educated about the risks these substances pose…”

I made my two children listen to some of the article as I read it to them. They assured me that they would never put themselves in such a situation. I hope and pray that this is true but I’m not sure that they realise how powerful the influence of their peers can be on any individual’s actions. It’s tough being a parent. Getting mutual support from other parents is a huge advantage.

Enrolments 2020 – sincere thanks to those families who have advised that their child won’t be back at Shalom next year. We wish those young people well and hope that they enjoyed their time at Shalom. Please, if your circumstances change and your child won’t be back, please let us know asap. Enrolments look to grow fairly significantly next year.

Mr Dan McMahon
Principal
McmahonD@shalomcollege.com

Newsletter Articles

Student Welfare and Information

On Thursday 5 December, the last day of school for the Year 7s, 8s and 9s, we have organised a day of activities. On that day, we will run two sessions – a morning session and then an afternoon session.

Session 1: Intra-House Competition for the coveted Phoenix Cup – Junior Competition.
Sports: basketball, touch football, netball and soccer
Session 2: Swimming at Norville pool.

Students will walk to the pool with teachers.

Students need water bottles, towels, sunscreen and need to wear sun safe clothing.

NB: The canteen will be operating at school for lunches but not the canteen at the pool. Students may bring their own lunch of course.

Please direct any queries to me at the College.

Mrs Elizabeth Austin-Campbell
Deputy Principal
acampbelle@shalomcollege.com

Mission

Driving home I listen to Radio National (yes I am getting old). A man was discussing the other day how a racist comment made in parliament years ago is still having an impact on Asian people in Australia today. This was a reminder of how we need to focus on what unites us and not intentionally aim to divide people. An ill thought through comment can have lasting impact.

Then after listening to Mr McMahon’s reflection at the Year 12 graduation this prayer popped up on my newsfeed. It seemed to combine the two perfectly so I thought it worth sharing.

God of changed hearts, if I ever put off or isolate myself from the needs of others, alert me to what I am doing. Open my eyes to see what unites people rather than what divides us. Show me how to build bridges between people rather than putting up walls that divide. Amen

Mrs Mary Taylor
Assistant Principal – Mission
Mary_Taylor@shalomcollege.com

Curriculum

Message for Year 12 students

Congratulations to Year 12 students on the completion of courses. Subject results have been compiled and submitted to QCAA.

For OP-Eligible Students Subject Achievement Indicators (SAIs) have been published and are displayed outside the Senior School Coordinator’s office, according to QCAA requirements.

These are available to students from publication on 20 November until the end of term.

A factsheet about SAIs can be accessed via the link below.

Students will be able to access their results by logging in to their Learning Account on 13 December. They are advised to check in advance that they can access the account using their LUI and the password set upon activation.

Ms Katherine Nelson
Assistant Principal – Mission
nelsonk@shalomcollege.com

Administration

Year 10 End of Semester Two Examinations

The Year 10 examination timetable is attached below. Please note that Year 10 students must attend school up to and including Thursday 28 November. Students who have taken Specialist Maths have an exam on Friday morning but may leave after this exam. Any student who has outstanding assessment may be asked to attend a ‘supplementary session’ on the Friday to complete this assessment. All other Year 10 students are not required to attend on Friday although there will be supervision at school provided for those students unable to make alternative arrangements.

Parent Lounge

A reminder to parents to regularly log on to Parent Lounge to keep involved with your child’s schooling. Here you can find a wealth of information including report cards, assessment results and the school calendar. If you believe there is an error on Parent Lounge in the due dates, completion of assessment etc, please contact the classroom teacher.

Mr Brendan Maher
Assistant Principal – Administration
maherb@shalomcollege.com

Finance Office

A reminder to all families to return their ‘Confirmation of Enrolment – 2020’ form to the Finance Office by Friday 29 November 2019. The completion and return of this form will both confirm your student’s place at Shalom College in 2020 and will ensure you receive any family discounts that you are entitled to should you have more than one child at a Catholic School or College of the Diocese of Rockhampton in 2020.

Should you be unable to download the form one may be collected from the College Office.

Mrs Lisa Castro
Finance Officer
finance@shalomcollege.com

Academic Awards

Please see below the lists of all 2019 Academic Award recipients.

Absentees

FOR ALL ABSENTEES

Preferred option is Email absentees@shalomcollege.com or Phone Absentee line 41558181

ALL student absentees should be notified to the office by 9am each day. If no notification has been received, an absentee text message will be sent out to parents to advise of the student’s absence.

Book Hire Opening Hours for 2020 Resource Collection

Years 7, 8 and 12 (for 2020) do not need to collect resources prior to school commencing. However, if you have a sibling going into 9, 10 or 11, the couple of resources required for 7 and 8 can be collected at the same time.

Volunteers

Volunteers are required to clean, mend and re-shelve resources in preparation for 2020 issuing. If you can spare some time, book hire will be open for volunteers from 18 November 2019. Morning teas and lunches are provided. Please contact me on Krystine_Rehbein@shalomcollege.com Thanking you in advance.

Mrs Krys Rehbein
Book Hire Manager
Krystine_Rehbein@shalomcollege.com

Pathways

Work Experience

With the upcoming school holidays, it is a great opportunity for students to engage in Work Experience. Attached is the Student Work Experience Booklet, which offers advice on how to approach a prospective employer, what to have organised, what to say and what to wear. The booklet also includes the Work Experience Agreement (which acts as the insurance document), which needs to be fully completed and signed by all parties and returned to the Pathways Office before commencement.

The Host Employer Work Experience booklet is also attached which provides valuable information for the employer.

For students who intend to participate in work experience over the Christmas break please note that Work Experience Agreements need to be completed and returned to the Pathways Office no later than 4 December.

If you need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact the Pathways team.

Additional Learning Opportunities for 2020

Applications are now open for students in Years 10, 11 & 12 wishing to enrol in Additional Learning Opportunities (such as TAFE and external qualifications) in 2020. Students would attend their course one day a week as opposed to school. Please see the attached Additional Learning Opportunities guide listing the programs on offer. Please note, Mr McMahon must approve Year 10 enrolments in external courses. To register your expression of interest, please see Mrs O’Donnell in the Pathways Office.

The Pathways Team
Mrs Liza O’Donnell & Mrs Kathy Laing
Liza_ODonnell@shalomcollege.com
LaingK@shalomcollege.com

Quiet Achiever

McAuley House would like to acknowledge Lana Bauer as their quiet achiever. Lana is one of those students who just quietly goes about her business, working hard in class, enjoying break times, getting involved in extra-curricular activities. But the thing that sets her aside from others is the smile on her face and her warm caring nature. Lana happily says hello to people she passes on the path, she is always polite to staff and peers and never fails to offer a helping hand to others. Those qualities of MERCY shine through in all that Lana does. Her positive and gentle spirit is certainly appreciated by McAuley House and others in the Shalom community

Ms Paula Van Dalen
McAuley House Coordinator
vandalenp@shalomcollege.com

Year 11 Excursion to Cavern of Wonders

On Tuesday 19 November, Year 11 Social and Community Studies students attended the ‘Cavern of Wonders’ art exhibition as part of their current unit on Arts and the Community. Organised by Creative Regions, the ‘Cavern of Wonders’ is part of the Milbi Festival celebrating the start of the turtle season locally. A number of local artists, along with community organisations and schools, have created a ‘virtual underwater world’ using primary recycled, repurposed and natural materials.

Students heard from the exhibition organisers as well as some of the artists involved to gain a stronger understanding of the logistics of holding a community arts event, including the purpose behind community arts such as this, issues related to funding, as well as the time, space, human and material resources required to be successful. Students will apply this knowledge as part of their assessment task when they propose a community arts project suited to the Bundaberg region.

Many thanks to Di and Wendy at Creative Regions for hosting our Shalom students, as well as artists Julie and Andree for sharing their insights as artists.

Artist Julie Highland talks to Shalom students about her turtle artwork at the ‘Cavern of Wonders’.

Artist Andree Roberts and her assistant Annie-Jo tell students about the story behind their artwork, ‘The Ocean Bride’

Mr Troy Braund
Social and Community Studies Teacher
Troy_Braund@shalomcollege.com

Rowing – ‘Come & Try’

Calling all Year 7 to 12 students for 2020 to the ‘Come & Try’ Rowing sessions! See session times below - come to one or all three sessions. No experience required.

If interested or for more information, please contact Simon Gills - GillsS@shalomcollege.com

Camino Skies Film Screening

Former Shalom College student (Class of 2003), Noel Smyth, co-directed Camino Skies, a documentary about the famous Catholic pilgrimage, the Camino de Santiago. The most commonly walked route is over 700 kilometres from St Jean Pied de Port in France through to the resting place of Saint James in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. After walking the pilgrimage with my dad in 2016, I’m particularly passionate about sharing stories of the Camino. Camino Skies is an uplifting film about six inspirational pilgrims who embark on the historic walk.

I have teamed up with Fan Force who are aiming to screen Camino Skies at Reading Cinemas on 4 December at 6pm. Tickets are available at this link below and you can read more about Camino Skies here:

Ms Karli Lancaster
Teacher
Karli_Lancaster@shalomcollege.com

Sport

QRU Rugby 7s Tournament

On Friday afternoon 15 November, three teams from Shalom took part in the inaugural Queensland Rugby Union Bundaberg Rugby 7s Tournament, held at St Luke’s College. The tournament drew teams from Maryborough, Gladstone and Woorabinda (Wadja Wadja High School), who were all challenged by the hot and gusty conditions on the day.

The Under 13 Shalom team played in a small pool (Shalom, St Luke’s and Maryborough) with teams playing each other twice. Shalom were convincing winners, going through the afternoon undefeated to claim the pennant. Results - Round 1: Shalom 41 defeated St Luke’s 5; Shalom 26 defeated Maryborough 0. Round 2: Shalom 53 defeated St Luke’s 0; Shalom 43 defeated Maryborough 7.

The Open Shalom team also played in a pool of three (Shalom, St Luke’s and Wadja Wadja). The Open Team had patches of strong play, but could not match the consistency of St Luke’s, or the individual brilliance of some of the Wadja Wadja players. Wadja Wadja were convincing winners for the pennant. Results - Round 1: St Luke’s 12 defeated Shalom 7; Wadja Wadja 45 defeated Shalom 0. Round 2: Wadja Wadja 55 defeated Shalom 0; St Luke’s 24 defeated Shalom 0.

The Under 15 Shalom team showed the effects of limited preparation and struggled against stronger opposition. They played Bundaberg Christian College, Wadja Wadja High School, Trinity College (Gladstone) and Maryborough SHS, and while gallant in their efforts, were not able to secure a win. Results – Bundaberg Christian College 26 defeated Shalom 17; Wadja Wadja 47 defeated Shalom 5; Trinity College 34 defeated Shalom 0; Maryborough 42 defeated Shalom 0.

A huge thank you to Katrina Mulford for coaching the Under 13 team, to Connor Van Kooten and Darcy Braund for managing the Under 15 team, and to all the parents who attended and supported Shalom students on the day.

We look forward to bigger and better rugby results in the Fraser Coast 7s in March, 2020.

Under 13 Shalom Rugby 7s Team –
Back L-R: Jude Sheppard, Malachi Solomon, Sebastyn Brennan, Noah Law, Thomas Morcom, Levi Matteschek, Coach Katrina Mulford.
Front L-R: Taylan Manttan, Zack O’Mara, Seth Slater, Ethan Norman, Mitchell Mulford McCallum, Benny Medley.

Under 15 Shalom Rugby 7s Team –
Back L-R: Will Shield, Jason Ferris, Denyin Rose, Ryan Barrett, Owen Nash, Jack Picaro.
Front L-R: Liam Broadstock, Lachlan Stevenson, Matthew Ferris, Mitchell Sly, Patrick Curtis

Open Shalom Rugby 7s Team –
Back L-R: Josh Pole, Ethan Rach, Hamish Young, Ethan Freney, Damen White
Front L-R: James Waters, Jack Gray, Edward Ryan, Nahum Pascoe, Harry Packwood

Jude Sheppard, Zack O’Mara, Thomas Morcom, Ethan Norman and Mitchell Mulford McCallum receive their pennant from Central Queensland Rugby Development Officer Noel Flowers.

Mr Troy Braund
Rugby Coach
Troy_Braund@shalomcollege.com

Rugby League

On Monday 18 November, the new senior group for Shalom Rugby League travelled to the Sunshine Coast to play Mountain Creek SHS in a trial game.

Mountain Creek SHS is a very strong Rugby League school, making the quarter-finals of the South East division of the NRL Cup which is the highest level of schoolboys Rugby League in Australia. Mountain Creek are also supported by both the Broncos and Titans (NRL Clubs) and have had a college wide League program for the past 20 years.

The Shalom team was missing some players due to injury, so were able to provide good minutes to all players. In the first of two 25 minutes halves, our middle third showed improved control in both attack and defence. This resulted in two tries, shared by Flynn Purkis and Caileb Dimes. The second half followed a similar pattern with two more tries to Flynn Purkis and Wil Simmons. The final result was a win to Shalom: 16-8 (no kicking at goal).

As a trial game, the coaching staff were happy with some improvements in key areas; however, the group understands that significant improvement is possible in other key areas, and needs to occur moving into term one next year.

A big thanks goes out to the coaching staff that accompanied the team to Mountain Creek: Mr Kaufusi, Mr Gahan and Mr Tobin. Another big thanks goes out to the Staff and students at Mountain Creek SHS for being very hospitable hosts.

Mr Neil Feather
Rugby League Coordinator, Coach: First XIII
Neil_Feather@shalomcollege.com

Touch Football

Congratulations to Shalom UEM Group team - Premiers Women’s A Grade Touch Competition on Saturday Night. Shalom UEM Group team - won the Grand Final 9-7.

Congratulations to Ella Hagen-Jenkins – voted as Bundaberg Touch - MVP of the season.
Congratulations to Kharla Hills - won player of the final.

Mr Peter Robinson
Student Welfare
High Performance Program
After School Activities
Peter_Robinson@shalomcollege.com

Next Step

Next Step is a statewide post-school destination survey of all students who complete Year 12 in Queensland. Insights gained from Next Step assists schools to review and plan their services for students, and school system personnel to evaluate education policies as they affect the transition from school to further study and employment.

This year's students will be invited to complete the Next Step survey in March 2020.

Further information about Next Step is available at the link below To provide feedback,

I invite you to contact Mr Adam Horsten, Principal Statistical Officer, Department of Education, by email at nextstep@qed.qld.gov.au or on (07) 3513 6868.

Uniform Shop

Opening Hours

Open by appointment only    25 November – 29 November

Open extended hours
2 December - 11 December 2019

8:00am – 4:00pm
Closed 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Closed

12 December 2019 – 12 January 2019

Re Open extended hours

13 January – 30 January 2020

8:00am – 4:00pm
Closed 12:00pm – 1:00pm

The Uniform Shop will return to normal trading hours as of Monday 3 February 2020

For appointments please book online via the link below.

A limited supply of Shalom Umbrellas are available for purchase at $35 each, along with Insulated Cups and Travel Mugs for $15.

Payment options include: - Cash, Eftpos or Credit Card via phone.

Students will be emailed when their uniform is available for collection.

All enquiries please call Leanne on 41 558 121 at the Uniform Shop.

Mrs Leanne Barker
Uniform Shop Manager
barkerl@shalomcollege.com

Catholic Schools Race Day 14 March 2020

Tickets on Sale Now

Tickets are now on sale for the 2020 Catholic Schools Race Day, please click on the link below to purchase your tickets online.

As the year is coming to a close it is time to start putting in Event Dates for next year, the start of a new decade. Our 2020 Race Day event will be our 15th. How time flies. For those who are new to our Schools and aren’t aware of our annual event, a committee of past and present Parents and Teacher representatives from our three Catholic Primary Schools and Shalom College combine to organise a relaxed and classy get together at Thabeban Park Racecourse.

The day is full of activity with the running of five local Races, Fashion Parade, Fashions of the Field competition, a huge Raffle with a bundle of excellent prizes, all under the comfort of our Private Marquee area with two bars catering for our 500 guests. Food supplied throughout the day is catered for by students, staff and volunteers from Shalom and the Bars and Gate are manned by volunteers from all four Catholic Schools. It is a wonderful opportunity to catch up with friends from the past and present of our Catholic School community and all money raised on the day is donated directly to the four schools for special projects of their choice. We have many very generous sponsors, some who have been supporting our event for its entire 14 years, and without them, along with our many volunteers, the day would not be the success it is.

At our upcoming event, the past students from Shalom, the 2010 and 2000 Year 12 cohorts are celebrating their 10 and 20 Year Reunions. Past students from the 1990 cohort are celebrating their 30 Year Reunion a week later here in Bundaberg, but also are welcome to double up on their celebration and join us at Thabeban Park.

I can be contacted on my Mobile 0419787279, or alternatively Mrs Teresa Cameron at Shalom College on 41558137 if there are any enquiries in relation to our Race Day regarding sponsorships, volunteering or ticket sales. Any past students looking for information in relation to their 10, 20 or 30 year reunions can contact the following representatives through the Facebook pages set up for their event or phone:

2010 Kurt Dempsey 0498 066 555
2000 Nadine Zunker 0409 060 366
1990 Claire Lawrence (nee Woods) 0418 147 035

Mr Peter O’Beirne
Catholic School Race Day Committee
Mobile 0419787279

Date Claimers

Term Dates for 2019

Term Dates for 2020

Breakfast

Breakfast is now available in the tuckshop for purchase each morning 8:00am – 8:30am.

Items include

• Bacon & Egg Muffins - $3.50
• Ham & Cheese Croissant - $3.50
• Porridge & Cereal - $3 (self-service option with milk and bowl & cutlery are supplied)
• Fresh Fruit - $1 (seasonal fruits such as; Bananas, Apples, Mandarins etc.)
• Plus, the already available items of Yoghurt Pots, Up n Go drinks & Flavoured Milk

Students who train before school need to consider utilising the breakfast menu to replenish energy lost during their training sessions, however must be dressed appropriately before entering the tuckshop and must not be late for class.

Tuckshop Roster

Shalom Sunday Markets

New Stallholders Welcome – Please contact Peter Barone 0438 446 269

Markets Tuckshop Roster

We are in need of more volunteers for the Markets Tuckshop, if you are available to help out please contact Leanne via email – barkerl@shalomcollege.com

Markets BBQ Roster

Community Notice Board

Drivers College

Drivers College is offering pre and novice learner driver education with their two-day Pathway to Safer Driving in the upcoming holidays. The program costs $200 for school students and the program will be run on two separate days a week apart. Individual bookings and gift certificates are available by contacting our office. Dates available are;

Monday 9 & Friday 13 December 2019
Monday 16 & Friday 20 December 2019
Monday 15 & Friday 19 January 2020
Monday 22 & Friday 26 January 2020

For bookings in late November and the first week of December, dates are available on request.

Give your teen the best start to their driving experience with our intensive driver education.

Contact Diana on 41 811 773 or email info@driverscollege.org.au

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