4th March 2016

Principal: Mr David Finch

Assistant Principal - Mission: Mr Paul MacCallum

Deputy Principal - Curriculum/Admin: Mr Ian Margetts

Head of Residential: Mrs Tina Schefe & Mr Dave Schefe

Business Manager: Mr David Osborne

Acting Office Manager: Mrs Hilary O’Brien

“You Are Always With Me”

Then the father said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead

and has come to life; he was lost and has been found’. (Luke 15: 31 – 32)

This Sunday is the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The Gospel of the Prodigal

Son, a favourite of mine, is there to dispel all the false views of God you

may have heard. God is not angry or vengeful when you sin. God is not

an accountant who tallies our sins against our good deeds or a cop who

waits to punish us when we do wrong. Unfortunately, many people may

hold on to those images. Jesus tried to dispel these images of God as he

announced the beginning of God’s Reign. “Rejoice,” he said. God is run-

ning to greet you right now. Turn toward God and let God embrace you.

The lost son in the Gospel story this week had basically wished his father

dead by asking for his inheritance. But when he returns because he has

nowhere else to go, the father runs to him, gives him the family ring,

clothes him in the best robe, and kills a fattened calf (people ate meat

rarely). If you read the text closely, you see that the father doesn’t even let

his son complete the apology before ordering all this.

The season of Lent is a season of preparation, a time to come home. We all stray. We live in a world that often

calls us away from God. But God knows each of us by our fingerprint, knows when we turn away, and still always

stands waiting, scanning the horizon, maybe weeping, hoping to see us turn back, looking for a chance to run

toward us and embrace us once again.

As an act of preparation, take time to consider the following question - In what ways do you need to come

home to God this Lent? Think about how your conscience worked in making a significant choice in your life.

Reflect on the following questions: What was at stake in the choice? What reasons did I have for going one

way or the other? How did I feel about myself and who I am? How did I feel about God and who Gods

wants me to be?

Have a great fortnight,

Paul MacCallum

Assistant Principal | Mission

Deputy Principal—Curriculum & Admin

Mr Ian Margetts

The term has progressed quickly and soon we will be into exams and reporting. This term students will receive an interim report that is a guide to their progress as well as their application and effort.

It’s always good to hear what our past students are doing after they leave Mount St Bernard. Last year a number of students applied to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). QTAC operates a centralised tertiary application service for further study after Year 12. Eight students applied through QTAC to continue studying and all were successful with either their first or second preference. The students are;

Tiana ARAIPU is undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing Science at James Cook University. Rhiannon BOOKALL is undertaking a Bachelor of Medical Sonography and Graduate Diploma of Medical Sonography at CQUniversity.

Lorna CUNNINGHAMHILL is undertaking a Diploma of Higher Education (General Studies) at James Cook University. Siyesha DOUGLAS is undertaking a Bachelor of Laws at James Cook University . Sean FISHER was offered a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) at James Cook but has instead taken up an apprenticeship at Jackson and Jackson refrigeration.

Seiji GABEY was offered a Diploma of Visual Arts fulltime at TAFE Queensland but has declined and has commenced pastoral work at MSB college.

Moganesh KARUPIAH is undertaking a Bachelor of Engineering at Charles Darwin University Northern Territory.

Julian SESAR is undertaking a Diploma of Higher Education (General Studies) at James Cook University.

Any student that would like to discuss Career pathways should contact Mrs Karen Heales (Guidance Officer), Mrs Carol Hoult (VET coordinator) or myself.

Best wishes, Ian Margetts

Mount St Bernard

College

Guidance & Counselling News

STUDY SKILLS

PLEASE CONTACT ME ANY TIME

Ph: 40 961 515—Please leave a

message on my voicemail

Karen Heales kheales1@msb.qld.edu.au

Try these study apps:

1. Notability

2. iStudiezPro

3. Flashcards+

4. Wikipanion

5. Dropbox

AND REMEMBER TAKE CARE

OF YOURSELF…..

Positive Behaviour Support

Fortnightly Focus

When we talk, we all like the other person to listen to us, not just hear

what we say, but REALLY listen.

So how do we do that? What does it take to hear someone and listen to

them. The chart at left shows eight main ways that we can use our

bodies to actively listen.

When we are listened to, we feel respected, safe, valued and special.

This gives us confidence and helps us grow as a person and express

ourselves. Practise whole body listening with your child when they are

talking to you. You will be amazed at the difference in your

relationship.

In school when we use whole body listening, it helps the learning

process. Teachers feel valued and good learning occurs. If we all take

responsibility for our listening then benefits will flow on to all aspects of

our lives.

Don’t forget we are only a phone call away. If you have any issues

or concerns you wish to discuss please don’t hesitate to call or

email a member of the Pastoral Care Team:

Jenny Rossiter— Whole School — jrossiter@msb.qld.edu.au

Trudy Bakker - Years 10 - 12— tbakker@msb.qld.edu.au

Ben Smith - Years 7 - 9— bsmith@msb.qld.edu.au

Paul MacCallum - Head of Pastoral Care - pmacallum@msb.qld.edu.au

Mount St Bernard College will be holding a combined CLOSE THE GAP DAY and Anti-Bullying Day on Friday the 18th March,

12:40pm to 3:00pm, in the Library Courtyard and Main Hall. The day is to raise awareness of the need to close the gap

between Indigenous and Non-Indigenous health, giving Indigenous health equality. Mount St Bernard College will participate

in working towards the goal of Closing the Gap to give our next generation a better healthier future. We have a culturally

diverse body of students from across The Cape (Aurukun, Wujal Wujal, Kowanyama and many more), Torres Strait Islands,

Alice Springs, Cairns, Atherton Tablelands even Peppimenarti (in the Northern Territory) is represented. With such an amazing

group of students we have the power to work together to close the gap on indigenous health issues. MSB will welcome

visit locals and elders to the school to share in this event.

While Indigenous Health is the focus, we will facilitate various health organisations to hold stalls and information within the

school grounds i.e. WuChopperen, Midin, Mulungu ,Apunipima Cape York Health Council, Tablelands Sexual Assault Service,

Local Police talk about Ice and other drug and alcohol usage in regards to mental health issues, inspirational role models

speaking about their success in closing the gap and many more. The event will have a shared healthy lunch, information stalls,

guest speakers, art, traditional dancing and singing.

“To achieve Indigenous health equality by 2030, we need genuine long-term partnerships between our various levels of

government and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples (Oxfam, 2016)”.

Follow the MSB’s own OXFAM fundraising page to support this incentive, https://my.oxfam.org.au/ctg/view/4205

Ms Traylea Sexton

- Friday 18th March

As we come to the end of Week 6, it is timely to review the expectations of a boarder

at Mount St Bernard College.

All students at the college, day students and boarders, are constantly reminded of the

reasons for which they attend Mount St Bernard College - to receive an education that

will enable them to achieve success in their lives. In both residential facilities, each

student is expected to follow the MSB Three - Be Safe, Be Respectful and Be

Responsible. It is pleasing to see that, generally, most students are respectful of

others, act in a safe manner and are able to go about their business in a responsible

way.

I ask that parents continue to speak with their children about boarding life and the expectations necessary of living in a

boarding facility – is your child acting in a safe, responsible and respectful manner? In necessary cases, unacceptable

behaviours have lead to periods of suspension and/or exclusion from boarding - for students suspended or excluded,

this obviously impacts negatively on their day school attendance. While it is never easy implementing periods of

suspension or exclusion (nor is it ever done without careful consideration and consultation) it is a realistic and natural

consequence of inappropriate behaviours in a boarding facility where safety, respect and responsibility form the solid

foundations of successful community living.

In general, all students are expected to follow rules and procedures, in place, around the three main areas of Safety,

Respect and Responsibility. Please do not hesitate to contact me (Head of Boarding – Boys, Mr David Schefe) to

discuss any concerns you may have with your child’s behaviour in boarding. Likewise, contact can also be made with

Mrs Tina Schefe (Head of Boarding – Girls). Contact can be made via the Residential college number 4096 1504.

Finally, as we draw towards the Easter break, it is important that you are aware of the travel plans being put in place

for your child for the end of Term 1 and start of Term 2. Most of the travel being organised by ABSTUDY is taking place

on Wednesday 23rd March. Students are expected to return to MSB on Monday 11th April as arranged by ABSTUDY.

Please keep in mind it is always difficult for students to catch up on their schoolwork if they do not return to the College

by the expected date.

I trust that you are all looking forward to having your children home for the 2 week break over Easter. During this time,

I again ask you to consider the abovementioned concerns and take the opportunity to talk with your children about

their positive contribution to a safe, respectful and responsible boarding community at Mount St Bernard College.

Wishing you a safe and happy Easter with your children,

David Schefe - Head of Residential - Boys

Tina & Dave Schefe

Congratulations to all these girls for

being selected in the

Peninsula AFL Team yesterday.

Top from left: Keshiah Sykes, Maddison Raymond

(shadow players) Anastacia Barton, Danika Douglas

(shadow player), Janelle Dhurrkay, Sarah Ludwick.

Bottom from left; Jada Hart and Manaeda Laza

Daniel (Wally ) Wallwork inspires students to

“Let their light shine” the MSB way!

Cairns contemporary artist Daniel (Wally) Wallwork recently spent a week at Mount St Bernard College,

Herberton for the third year in a row as an Artist in Residence. A dynamic conductor of aerosol art workshops,

Wally worked extensively with our students over five days to educate them about safe practices when using

spray paint. He discussed the legal graffiti mural projects in communities such as: Wujal Wujal, Hopevale,

Kowanyama, Cairns, Mossman, Wonga Beach, Yungaburra and Thursday Island. Wally issued an invitation to

the students, “If you see me in your town come and watch or join in on the project”.

Each year level from 7-12 was treated to a specifically tailored workshop designed to cater for their

established skill set. Year 7-10 learnt how to use stencils and layering to create ‘Space Scenes’ and ‘NQ

Environmental Scenes’ on ply board. These boards will be used as dividers for rooms in the boarding college.

The older students in Years 11 and 12 arts have already learnt these skills and techniques in their previous years

with Wally. They designed a mural for the maintenance shed positioned in a central location within the college.

During the mural planning process several discussions took place with Aboriginal, Torres Strait and non-

indigenous students. They decided that it was a good idea to represent the diverse culture of the college.

Venture Wymer (year 11 student from Ravenshoe) discussed the significance of early industry and military

presence on the Tablelands, he and Nathan Dowling (year 12 student from Gympie and Moa Island)

collaborated to convey the history through images taken at the Historic Village, Herberton. We discussed the

waterways of many different communities. Peppimenarti (Northern Territory) and Western Cape students

talked about the big crocs in their river, Torres Strait students discussed the beautiful creatures in the ocean

surrounding their home and our Indigenous Liaison Officer (Desley Rosas) discussed her child hood, growing

up swimming in the rivers around Herberton and the platypus that they would see frolicking in the water at

dusk.

Wally brainstormed with the students on the whiteboard and visions became clear. Students went home

buzzing with inspiration. They returned to school with art books full of ideas. The drawings were then incorpo-

rated into Wally’s design and the collaboration between Wally and the senior students began.

The large group of students (23) massed on the lawn outside the library at MSB in masks, gloves and hats. They

were ready to start marking up the wall. Wally marked up the initial outline and began directing the students to

paint specific sections. Like a conductor of an orchestra it was a beautiful thing to watch. Wally allocated each

student a colour and an area that they had helped design. Every student was engaged, inspired and driven

to, “Leave their mark on the school”. The key words used demonstrated their passion and respect for the school with the school motto taking centre stage “Let your light shine”. Also included was the word “Inspire”.

For many of the senior students it is their last year and they felt honoured to be part of this project.

A special thanks to all the students who took part in the project, all the staff and students, the Sisters and Wally

who have helped make our school a more colourful place. By Ms Traylea Sexton - Art Teacher

Before and after

photos.

Year 11 & 12 Visual Arts in

Practice (SAS) and Visual

Art (OP) worked

incredibly hard with Wally

to produce this amazingly

colourful backdrop. Left,

Sister Pam drops in to

discuss the mural with

Nathan Dowling (year 12)

and Wally.

News from 7L

Moving away from home and into a new environment has been an exciting, yet

challenging time for these young people. Early in the term, we worked in teams to build

towers out of spaghetti and marshmallows. After a lot of negotiating, designing and

patience, both teams managed to create towers that could stand… for 2 seconds.

The best outcomes from this challenge were

building new friendships and eating leftover

marshmallows.

During our Religious Education

lessons, we have been learning about

the history of Mount St Bernard

College and our Catholic Christian Com-

munity. To help us understand our new

community, we visited the school Chapel

and the Sisters’ cemetery.

Mrs Noelene Lep - 7L Teacher

Certificate 1 Construction

Students undertaking the Certificate 1 in

Construction have started the program

with a real life project. Students were

given a brief by Conservation and Land

Care trainer Mr Blue Langtree who needs

a chicken coup constructed to house the

school’s chickens.

Construction teacher Mr Peter Nightingale

is working with the students who will

design and construct the project as part of

their course.

As construction progresses the

community will receive pictorial updates

through the newsletter.

Mrs Carol Hoult - VET Co-Ordinator

Ms Jude Koehler attended a Community Expo on Mornington Island held at the Police Citizens Youth Club

Hall on the 24th February 2016. During this Expo Jude caught up with old and new families of students of the

College.

Jude networked with staff from the Mornington Island School, Mornington Island Council, Healthy Living,

Save the Children, Fire Brigade and Local Health Services.

During her 3 day stay Jude conferred with Sgt Jenny Henry from the Police Citizens Youth Club

regarding setting up community projects for students to volunteer in the Community. This is the first stages

of discussion and Ms Koehler and Sgt Jenny will do further negotiations for this important project to

establish and encourage youth.

A very special thank you to Sgt Jennifer Henry and her husband Mark for their wonderful hospitality,

especially the fresh caught and cooked fish. We look forward to continuing working together.

MSB Ambassador travels to

Mornington Island

Age

Group

Male Female

12 Meiwap Nona Annatania Escott

13 Leroy Messa Courtney Longmirr

14 Hamish Burnett Anastacia Barton

15 Callum Hannah Maya Mitchell

16 Daniel Mairu Elizabeth Thaiday

Open Aidrian Ketchell Mikayla Hannah

Callum Hannah 15 Boys Backstroke New Record: 42.00

Meiwap Nona 13 Boys Breastroke New Record: 103.28

Power: 616

Flynn: 488

Rush: 422

Meiwap Nona Annatania Escott Leroy Messa Courtney Longmirr Hamish Burnett Anastacia Barton

Callum Hannah Maya Mitchell Daniel Mairu Elizabeth Thaiday Aidrian Ketchell Mikayla Hannah

Art Room News

'Joker Jam’ was inspired by the concept of Sense of Self.

I developed a series of sketches based on a selfie photograph I

took of myself in class. I manipulated this image using

Photoshop. The Joker Face developed whilst I was painting. I

wanted to capture a feeling of eccentricity within my portrait.

The funny smile that I carry embodies my character.

It is my Sense of Self.

By Nathan Dowling - Year 12

This term in P.E we looked at how bullying can affect

others and that it is not nice to bully. The class learnt

about all the types of bullying and made some

posters on bullying. The students know where to go

if they are getting bullied and they know that there

are adults that care about our feelings. We learnt

that we need to be nice to each other in class.

For our assessment, we are writing to the Principal to

tell him why bullying is not permitted around the

world. We are also suggesting ways to minimise

bullying in our school.

Mrs Kieren Waugh - HPE Teacher

Upcoming Flower Workshops

at

ROSEBURRA GARDENS

(4500 Gillies Highway,

Yungaburra)

Easter :

(Wednesday 23rd March 2016

THERE WILL BE 2 SESSIONS:

2.00PM – 4.30PM

&

6.00PM – 8.30PM

Children's Workshop

Thursday 7th April 2016

2.00pm to 4.30 pm

ANZAC Wreath Workshop

Friday 22nd April 2pm -

4.30pm

an evening session will be held if there is enough demand

The evening session will be a

repeat of the afternoon session

Use a selection of beautiful flowers produced by

Roseburra Gardens to create an attractive floral design for home decoration or as a gift

for someone special

A teacher from FNQ Floral Art Designers Group will be on

hand to assist

Cost per Design

$8.00

(plus cost of flowers)

Tea & Coffee will be available

There will be approximately 20 places in each session, so

please book ahead with:

Eve-Lyn: 40953648

Email: rosebur-ra@roseburragardens.com.au

or

Angie: 0407162863

Email: btanica@bigpond.net.au

ABSENTEE HOTLINE

Please call Student Reception

PH:40 961 445

If your child will be absent from school

Upcoming Events - 2016

Mon 7th - Fri 18th March Study Zone

Tues 8th Mar Visiting Author - James Moloney

Fri 18th March National Day of Action Against Bullying & Violence & Close The Gap Day

Mon 21st - Wed 23rd Mar Senior Block Exams

Wed 23rd Mar Term 1 ends @ 3pm

Thur 24th Mar Boarders Travel Home

Fri 25th Mar Good Friday Public Holiday