From the Principal… Dear Parents, Staff, Students and Friends of the Bethlehem Community,

A Reflection on Reconciliation and Healing

Lent is a wonderful time to celebrate the reconciling love and the healing grace our Lord offers us. Like all religious

experience, Lent takes preparation.

Preparing

Reconciliation is what God does. We prepare for it by opening ourselves up, by reflecting on the areas of darkness in our lives into which God so deeply desires to shine a light. It might begin with a simple question: Where might God be offering me forgiveness and healing?

If my answer is, “I don’t know,” then I have some reflecting to do. I can examine my life-what I have done and what I have failed to do-and see what graces are offered me there.

Coming to genuine sorrow for our sins is difficult. We might think that anything that makes us feel bad about ourselves is something to be avoided at all costs. If we avoid guilty feelings, we ask God to rouse in us a sense of embarrassment, leading to deep sorrow, about any way that we may not have been faithful, honest, loving, selfless, or generous. We can look at our responsibilities as neighbors, employees, members of a parish or congregation, parents, spouses, sons, or daughters.

We might be intimidated by the size of the problem that comes to mind when we ask where God might be offering us forgiveness and healing. It might be a pattern of bad behavior toward our spouses and family. It might be our vices. I might say, “I feel sorry for how I treat my spouse or my children.” We may feel remorse for all the good intentions that

never make their way into action.

It is important not to stop there. No problem we have sums up all of who we are before God and others. The issues that come to mind might yield clues about some larger patterns. For example, I see that I tend to be loose with the truth at times. What does this reveal about me? I may discover that the real pattern of sin has to do with a deeper dishonesty or lack of integrity: hiding from God, leading a double life, not being who I really am called to be, trying to manage my life on my own terms, manipulating others for my own needs and desires. When the light of God’s love shines into this level of self-awareness, I am touched by a powerful experience of reconciliation. Even here, in a place I might be most embarrassed and feel most naked, God is loving me and offering me wholeness and joy.

by Andy Alexander, SJ, Maureen McCann Waldron

Holy Week

Holy Week is a very sacred time of the year, for it is now that we will commemorate and remember the last week of Jesus' life on this earth. These are the days leading up to the great Easter Feast. The Lenten season of sacrifice and self-denial is about to come to an end, but this coming week is extremely important for all Christians. The greatest focus of the week is the Passion (suffering) and Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the events that led up to it.

Today the College community gathered in the hall for a very moving Easter Liturgy presented by Ms Moodey and the 10A RE Class. I hope that families will also take the opportunity to connect with their parishes to journey with Jesus during this very solemn period in our Liturgical year.

May the joy of Easter be with you and your families.

Term 1 Issue 5 7 April 2017

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INDEX

Principal Pages 1–3 Important Dates Page 3 Uniform Shop News Page 3 BCA Ex Students’ 25yr (1992) reunion Page 3 Assistant Principal Page 4 Curriculum & Brain Teaser Pages 5-6 Religious Education Page 7 Mother’s Day Invitation Page 7 Counsellor Page 8 Careers Pages 9-11 Swimming Carnival Page 12 Regional Ensemble Program Page 13 TAS/VA Pages14-16 St Vincent’s Parish Easter mass times Page 17 DLS Ex Students/Staff reunion dinner Page 17 Community Page 18-19

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Term 2 commencement date and winter uniform.

Parents are reminded that staff and students will return for Term 2 on Monday, April 24.

The school will close for the ANZAC Day public holiday on Tuesday, April 25.

The school will reopen on Wednesday, April 26. There will be a special ANZAC Day assembly during Homeroom Circles.

Students from Years 7-12 will return in winter uniform which they will wear for Terms 2 and 3. The College blazer must be worn to and from school. Please see the winter uniform requirements below or in the College planner.

Winter Uniform Years 7-10

Navy Poly/Wool tunic (covering the knee)

Navy Poly / Wool blazer- This must be worn to and from school during Terms 2 and 3.

Lilac Long Sleeved poly/cotton blouse

Navy School Jumper with College Crest (optional)

Ink navy stockings (NOT knee high socks)

Black Lace-up school shoe

College Scarf or plain black, navy or lilac scarf (optional) Winter sports uniform Years 7-10

Regulation navy/lilac polo shirt

School Tracksuit- Jacket and pants

White folded plain ankle socks

Shoes which are predominantly one colour. But fluorescent coloured or street shoes such as converse/Vans or Volleys are not permitted

Bethlehem sports Cap Winter Uniform Years 11 and 12

Poly/wool skirt (mid-calf length

Navy Poly/wool blazer- This must be worn to and from school during Terms 2 and 3

Lilac poly/cotton blouse

Navy School Jumper with College Crest (optional)

Ink Navy stockings

Black lace-up school shoes

College Scarf or plain black, navy or lilac scarf (optional) Year 7 2017 SRC On Wednesday, 29th March at a special Year 7 assembly Mrs Kells, the Year 7 Coordinator announced the 2017 Year 7 SRC. Mrs Anderson, the College Assistant Principal, then presented the students with their badges in front of their very appreciative Year 7 peers. Congratulations to the all students listed in the table right . We wish you every success in your first leadership experience at Bethlehem College. Harmony Day

As I write this newsletter, the school is preparing for its delayed Harmony Day celebrations on Friday April 7. Harmony Day, occurs annually on 21 March and celebrates Australia’s cultural diversity. It’s about inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging for everyone. It is a day for all Australians to embrace cultural diversity and to share what we have in common. The central message for Harmony Day is that ‘everyone belongs’, reinforcing the importance of inclusiveness to all Australians. From the First Peoples of this land, the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, whose rich cultural heritage enriches our nation, to the unique cultures of all "those who have come

across the seas" since, we have much to celebrate and honour. Ms Pasion and the SRC have put together an exciting carnival of cultures celebrating some of the food and dance of the 43 cultural groups in our com-munity. All proceeds from the day will go to Caritas Australia as our final effort for the Lenten Appeal.

HRC SRC House Captain

7A1 Elizabeth Farhat Mikayla Mouawad

7A2 Stephanie Nguyen Aaliyah Haumono

7C1 Natalia Tartak Charlotte Milbourne

7C2 Georgia Koletsios Emilia Georgellis

7L1 Monica De Paz Georgette Wehbe

7L2 Natasha Soueid Jacinta Petracca

7V1 Marguerite Kavvalos Taliah Mafi

7V2 Nectaria Mercurio Audrey Wang

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Reminder: Parent Portal Registering for Parent Portal Access: BCA parents who have not already registered individual login details to the Sentral Parent Portal must do so asap in order to access Excursion Permission Notes and to book interview times with teachers for 2017 PST interviews (Yrs 11 &12: Wed 24 May, Yrs 7-10: Wed 28 June). Parents without login details are asked to contact Ms Moody in the College Office Monday-Thursday. Staff changes for Term 2: Farewell to Mrs Leanne Heanly (PDHPE) who will leave the College on Friday, April 7 to pursue further study and more time with her young family. I would like to thank Mrs Heanly for her many contributions to the Bethlehem College community as both a teacher and sports coach and wish her every success for the future. Mrs Heanly’s job share role with Mrs Julia Allsopp will be taken by Ms Catherine Conneely who has worked at the College as a Casual teacher for a few years. Happy holidays I would like to take this opportunity to wish our teachers and students a very happy and relaxing holiday. I hope the girls enjoy the chance to sleep in and to spend time with family and friends. For those who are travelling, I wish you safe travels. At the end of this term we have a few families leaving the College because they are relocating to other parts of Sydney, I would like to thank them for their contributions to our community and wish them all the best for the next stage of their journey.

Mrs Paula Bounds Principal

Important Dates Term 2 2017 24 April Term 2 Commences: Monday 24 April 2017 25 April ANZAC Day—Public Holiday 28 April Yr10 Science excursion to Luna Park (rescheduled) 11 May (Thursday) Mother’s Day Mass & BBQ. Please see flyer on page 7 of this newsletter.

Uniform Shop News... Students commence Term 2 in

Winter Uniform The Uniform Shop will also be open first day

back for Term 2—MONDAY 24 April 2017, 8.00am-9.30am.

Thank you.

Reminder: Important notice regarding Staff Development days for Terms 2 and 3 As you would be aware Bethlehem College has commenced a major building program. The College has worked closely with the Project managers Crown Projects Services, Gledhill Constructions and Sydney Catholic Schools to ensure the smooth operation of the project. Work on the new building (on the old basketball courts) has been slow because of interruptions caused by the rain but we are hopeful that the rain will cease and the next stage of the construction will recommence. Project managers Crown Projects Services and Gledhill Constructions are keen to minimise impact on teaching and learning and ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff and students, so they are scheduling much of the noisy, dusty and dirty work for the school holidays between now and the completion of the project in August 2018. Following discussions with the Inner West office of Sydney Catholic schools, a decision has been made that Staff development days scheduled for Terms 2, 3 and 4 will be combined into four days of Staff Development at the end of Term 3. This means that all students will commence their Term 3 holidays on Tuesday September 19. I hope that this provides sufficient time for parents to make alternate arrangements for the care of your daughters/ young people in your care.

Bethlehem College Ex-students’ School Reunion...

25 Years – Class of 1992

Venue: Sir Chapel, Tramsheds, Forrest Lodge

Date & Time: Saturday, 29 April 2017 – 5pm

RSVP: Linda (Alesci) Spina (M) 0412 666 662 (E) lspina1974@gmail.com

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From the Assistant Principal… Dear Parents/Guardians, Students and Friends of the Bethlehem Community,

It is hard to believe that Term 1 is already over and that the joy of the Easter Season awaits us in the coming weeks. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all students for energetically embracing the first term of the 2017 school year and the many events which have defined it. From our wonderful College Opening Mass in February, the College Swimming Carnival, the recent Caritas Cup Fundraising Events and the completion of exams and assessment tasks in recent weeks, it has been a busy, if not an exhaustive term! Caritas Cup: ‘Love Your Neighbour’

As we come to the close of our Lenten journey, it is important to reflect on the meaning of Lent as being a time for prayer, fasting and charitable works. Our students were reminded of this not only at the beautiful Ash Wednesday liturgy led by Ms Moodey on 1 March but also by the earnestness with which our students have embraced the House Fundraising Events of the Caritas Cup. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ms Pasion (Youth Ministry Coordinator) and Mrs Casey (Acting Religious Education Coordinator) for their hard work and dedication to supporting the Caritas Cup events which have taken place, including:

• Shrove Tuesday Pancake Day (Caritas),

• Vincentia’s Australiana themed Food Stalls and Sausage Sizzle

• Aikenhead’s variety of Food Stalls, raffles and karaoke

• The Loreto Disco and Dance fest

Bethlehem College has certainly been a hive of activity as Houses and Homeroom Circle Classes have thought of creative ways to raise money for Project Compassion, the theme of which this year is “Love Your Neighbour”. We thank all HRC teachers and students for their dedication in organising and/or supporting the House Fundraising events which have been wonderful opportunities to build community and House Sprit within the College. Project Compassion: What your donations can do $10 can provide one day’s worth of food for a woman staying in a shelter in Timor-Leste. $50 can provide a three day first aid course for one person to help protect their families and neighbours during natural disasters in the Philippines. $300 can provide art supplies for one art healing workshop supporting First Australian communities to address their trauma in Australia. $1,000 can help a mother and three children living in a domestic violence shelter with food, counselling, and education for one month in Timor Leste. $2,000 can provide tools and seedlings to rehabilitate mangroves, helping to protect five vulnerable communities from climate related disasters in the Philippines. Thank you all for your generosity towards those less fortunate than ourselves. Gabbie’s Story

You may have seen this article from the Good Weekend magazine last weekend. It is the story of Gabbie Wehbe, a former student from Catherine McAuley Catholic College, Westmead who details her journey of living with an aggressive form of cancer during Year 12 in 2015-2016. Gabbie’s story is inspirational because it shows that despite the unforeseen hardships life can throw at us, positive thinking and perseverance can make a difference. As Gabbie says “I was told that I have a 20% chance of survival, but I was determined to be one of the 20%”. Fortunately, Gabbie’s recent scans have come back clear and she is looking forward to what her future holds. Gabbie received her school’s highest award in Year 12 for showing Mercy values – a fitting reminder of the difference that one person can make in the lives of others. Read the

article and listen to Gabbie’s presentation yourself at http://www.smh.com.au/interactive/2017/gabbies-story/ May the blessings of the risen Christ fill your home this Easter. Enjoy your break.

Mrs Catherine Anderson Assistant Principal

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From the Curriculum Coordinator… As holidays approach, we hope all students have some time for family and friends, and that they return to school energised and excited about Term 2. Year 12 students need to find a good balance, using the holidays for a much needed rest, but also to make some progress with major works and to ensure all notes and summaries are up-to-date, perhaps making some wall posters to place up high to enable the visual memory to start absorbing information. It would also be beneficial to spend some time working through exam feedback and re-doing the sections of exams where improvement is needed. NATIONAL TESTING FOR YEARS 7 AND 9 A reminder that the NAPLAN tests will take place in Week 3 of Term 2 for students in Years 7 and 9. The tests will be conducted on the mornings of 9th, 10th and 11th May. These tests are great diagnostic tools and give us lots of information about your daughter’s strengths and also the areas where she may need some additional support. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT A focus of our College, and indeed all schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney is to develop and implement enhanced approaches to assessment. Last week, all KLA Coordinators and Teachers-in-Charge of subjects spent a whole day exploring assessment generally (Why we assess; What we assess; How we assess; How we use and interpret data from assessment), syllabus outcomes and standards and the SCS Authentic Assessment Statement. Our Assistant Principal, Mrs Catherine Anderson and I facilitated the workshop and felt the day was very successful as a springboard for continuing work throughout the year. All teachers engaged with the content in our general staff meeting this week and we are excited to be able to spend time focusing on this area. WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY YOUTH LEADERSHIP MASTERCLASS Last Friday, I accompanied a group of 20 school leaders from years 10, 11 and 12 to a Leadership Masterclass at WSU. The day was run by The Academy which targets high performing students who strive to put ideas into actions to make the world a better place. We heard from WSU Academy members who have used initiative to set up sustainable projects such as providing laptops to isolated and marginalized communities, setting up newsletter forums, providing legal and entrepreneurial support for refugees and others to start up businesses.

Our students then formed teams to attend workshops based on issues that concerned them. They brainstormed, planned, estimated budgets and resources and then pitched their plan to Academy staff. Winning teams in each category receive $1000 to assist with the action plus mentoring. Our team exploring Drug Overuse, Hyper-use and Addiction were equal winners in their category and will now pitch their winning plan of action to Mrs Bounds. Each team presented well and came up with innovative solutions to real problems. Overuse, Hyper-use and Addiction: Nichole Taoum, Stefanie Sos, Esther Nwosu, Leah Elias

“Following the compelling presentation given by sociologist Helen Barcham, discussing the concept of overuse and hyper-addiction within the context of modern technology and social media, each group was asked to identify areas within their school that required change. After discussion within our group, the matter chosen was drug and alcohol abuse of students, particularly in younger years. Our group then discussed various effective initiatives to implement, such as Doctors coming in to educate students about the effects of drug abuse, and 'blind counselling' sessions which promote conversation without breaching confidentiality. We also planned our marketing strategies, budget requirements, main message and plan for longevity, specifically a 'wellbeing team' amongst students in years 10, 11 and 12. With one minute to pitch a day's worth of planning, our team presented our vision and won Western Sydney University's sponsorship and funding for our program which will be presented to the school and hopefully implemented in the near future.” Nichole Taoum Social media and self: Therese Kanaan, Maryrose Sukkar, Jasmine Eliza Espejo, Stephanie Thelin, Issabella Siaflas, Cherrie Candelaria, Angelica Georgopoulos “Being in the social media and self workshop, we mainly focused on both the positive and negative effects on individuals. We tackled issues such as cyber-bullying and its effects on our school community. For our main idea, we thought of the program named "BeforeBystanders", focusing on helping the bystanders, victims and bullies. The program included an online forum, which was a safe platform in which anyone can appropriately discuss and share their experience of cyber bullying. Through this, individuals are able to receive advice in order for

them to tackle cyber bullying. Our slogan included the catchy short phrase ‘CLICK. Stop the cycle’." Jasmine Eliza Espejo

Brainteasers: Problem 64: Can you make sense of this poem? 1 1 was a race horse 2 2 was 1 2 1 1 1 1 race 2 2 1 1 2 Write this poem in words. Students are invited to solve this problem, and deposit the answer, marked clearly with name and homeroom, in the box in the General Office by 3pm on Monday 1st May. The first correct entry drawn will receive a canteen voucher!!!! Congratulations to last week’s winner, Michelle Fernandes, 8V2, who correctly solved the Sudoku. See Mrs Mann to collect your canteen voucher.

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From the Curriculum Coordinator (cont’d.)… Impacts of Hidden Poverty: Victoria Maseko, Lisa Gunawan, Katelinh Nguyen, Georgette Mouawad, Nicole Tropeano “One of the topics of interest explored at the workshop was 'poverty in greater western Sydney'. Year 12 student Victoria Maseko and year 11 students Lisa Gunawan, Katelinh Ngyuen, Nicole Tropeano and myself were a team intent on making a difference within the greater school community, as was every other group present at the program. We designed a plan that built on an already established initiative at Bethlehem, known as the Breakfast Club. Through brainstorming and evaluating we came up with a plan of action to expand the club to surroundings schools. Students had to discuss marketing, mottos, logos, volunteers, audiences and other relevant details. From this came great ideas (such as a school instagram account and stu-dent ran newsletter) that could be applied at any school by any students whether they won the money to support the program or not. The workshop provided a great opportunity for young leaders to create an innovative initative that would make a powerful impact and encourage positive change.” Georgette Mouawad Sustainability: Rose Leone, Meghan Chan, Mazelle Farhat, Dimitra Mercurio Our sustainability group consisted of Meghan, Rose, Dimitra and Mazelle and we worked together to discuss issues relating to sustainability and what we thought it meant and included. We came up with many ideas to pitch about making more sustainable and conservative initiatives but our final one was to create a vegetable garden which would provide food for the canteen, breakfast club and the food tech classes. We would also install rain water tanks to help keep the garden healthy. The waste from the food will then go into a compost bin which would then be used as fertiliser for the garden. The organic food + flowers will also encourage the work of bees which is currently endangered and the threat continues to grow as it has a large impact in societies food production. Unfortunately, we did not win the pitch off against other schools, however we would like to put forward our initiatives for this school. It was a really enjoyable and beneficial day where we were encouraged to think and act like leaders. Meghan Chan During the sustainability masterclass we received the opportunity to discuss different ways to create a more sustainable school community amongst the different schools that were there. The majority of the masterclass focussed on developing an initiative that we could introduce to our school community, and through this the sustainability group gathered many ideas regarding sustainability. Our plan is to present these ideas to the CARE group so we can begin to make Bethlehem College more environmentally friendly! Rose Leone ASSESSMENTS DUE : The following assessments are due early in Term 2:

Mrs Janet Mann Curriculum Coordinator

YEAR 12 YEAR 11

WEEK 1 Nil 26th April – Biology, Physics, Music

27th April – Drama

28th April - Economics

WEEK 2 2nd May – History Extension

3rd May – CFS, Hospitality

4th May – Textiles + IPT Den

Nil

WEEK 3 12th May – Ancient History Nil

YEAR 10 YEAR 9

WEEK 1 Nil 26th April - Commerce

WEEK 2 2nd May – Allwell testing Assessment Free

WEEK 3 8th May – English NAPLAN

YEAR 8 YEAR 7

WEEK 1 28th April - Maths Nil

WEEK 2 Nil Assessment Free

WEEK 3 9th May – TechE, Geog, Italian

10th May – English

NAPLAN

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From the Acting Religious Education Coordinator… Caritas Cup and Harmony Day There have been a variety of HRC and House stalls over the past week. Thank you very much to all the students, teachers and families who have been so generous with their ideas, time and donations. A big thank you in advance to all the Harmony Day volunteers and performers and very special thanks to Ms Pasion - and all the teachers assisting her - for making the Caritas Cup and Harmony Day events true celebrations of Bethlehem’s talent for giving and celebrating our rich multiculture. Easter Liturgy This year 10A Religion class will lead the Easter Liturgy. They have been working hard to bring the Passion of Christ to life and to show its relevance to our own lives and the life of the school. Thank you in advance to 10A and to Ms Moodey who has encouraged her students to be bold and creative, qualities which are so valuable to explore and develop. Assistant Catechists Our Assistant Catechists have been a great success at Ashfield Primary School. Mrs Martin, the Pastoral Associate at St. Vincent’s Ashfield, told me that on the first day of teaching the girls were very helpful, some were even able to successfully convince an errant kindergarten student back into class. We are very proud of the girls who have volunteered for this ministry. Below is a happy photo of the group with the Catechists and four De La Salle volunteers.

Mother’s Day Mass & Breakfast (Thursday 11 May, 2017) Please see the invitation left and make a diary note now. The morning will commence at 8.15am with breakfast under the BCA/DLS College Hall (entry via DLS College) followed by 9.00am Mass at St Vincent’s Church. Please send your reply invitation to the College Office or phone on 9798 9099 to advise of your attendance. Further reminders will be sent to parents / carers upon return in Term 2. I wish every blessing of Easter to all of the Bethlehem Community. As people of the Resurrection, I trust it is a time of joy and hope.

In Faith Mrs Ruth Casey

Acting Religious Education Coordinator

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Counsellor’s Corner…

Gratitude

The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. The benefits of practicing gratitude are nearly endless. People who regularly practice gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things they're thankful for experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness, and even have stronger immune systems. And gratitude doesn't need to be reserved only for momentous occasions: Yes you might express gratitude after receiving a promotion at work, but you can also be thankful for something as simple as a delicious meal, a sunny day or the colour red. Research shows that simply keeping a gratitude journal—regularly writing brief reflections on moments for which we’re thankful—can significantly increase well-being and life satisfaction. Encourage family gratitude by:

• Having a gratitude jar that people can add to each day • Each person at the dinner table expressing gratitude for one thing each day • Keeping a family gratitude journal. • Creating a box of gratitude into which the family puts happy memories and joyful moments.

Gratitude practice moves us away from being inward, selfish and egotistical and outwards towards looking at the bigger picture. And so to start the ball rolling, I would like to express gratitude for being able to fall asleep to the sound of rain. Happy holidays.

Karen Rushbrook School Counsellor

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Careers News…

Focus on UTS At the recent Career Adviser’s Day UTS presented some interesting facts. UTS is the highest performing university in Australia under 50 years old (Times Higher Education World University Rankings) and in the Top 200 universities globally (QS World University Rankings 2016-2017). UTS has a high reputational ranking, similar to the University of Sydney and UNSW. Emerging from a joint partnership with digital animation and visual effects production studio Animalogic, the campus is now home to a professionally equipped animation and digitalisation studio space engineered to the highest industry standards. UTS has partnered with Sydney Cricket and Sports Ground Trust and Australian Rugby Union to create a sport and exercise specific precinct. New Courses or major changes to courses include Bachelor of Engineering (Software major) Bachelor of Biotechnology Bachelor of Computing Science Bachelor of Engineering (Data major) Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics major) Bachelor of Management (Digital Creative Enterprise) Master of Physiotherapy Career Events Save the Date – University & TAFE Course Days

To research careers information https://bethlehemcollegecareers.com/ https://www.jobjump.com.au/ Go to more information, click on school login, Bethlehem College Password: beth For further Career News

Go to http://www.mhscareers.com/

User: Bethlehem Password: beth - Register for the Careers Newsletter UAC News

The maximum number of preferences will now be five (not nine as currently).

There will be an offer round after ATAR release and before Christmas.

There will be an offer round in mid-January but no ‘Main Round’.

Cut-offs will be published for the pre-Christmas round and the mid-January round.

Study in the USA This event features both Admissions Officers and Alumni from a diverse range of American universities who will be available to talk to you personally about their university. The format of the evening will be a series of short presentations for the first hour, then a 'fair' for the second hour where atten-dees can choose who they wish to talk to. https://www.trybooking.com/269953

Ultimo TAFE - Sydney 26 August

UNSW 2 September

Western Sydney Uni 27 August

ACU North Sydney 2 September

ACU Strathfield 9 September

Macquarie University 19 August

Central Coast Campus Uni of Newcastle 12 August

University of Notre Dame 26 August

UTS 26 August

Uni of Wollongong 19 August

UNSW Canberra 26 August

Uni of Sydney 26 August

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Careers News…(cont’d.)

Summer Global Programs July 2017 More and more colleges and universities are offering short term on-campus programs that offer a taste of what life would be like at their institution. Many offer a mixture of academic and social content, courses taught by tenured professors, and even an opportunity to earn credit. These programs provide a fantastic way to dis-cover college life and an enriching experience. Check out the university summer programs for high school students on campuses around the world http://www.internationalacac.org/summer-programs-2017

Meet the Business Leader 2017 The annual flagship event will be held for Year 10, 11 and 12 students on 17 May. You have the chance to meet with inspirational Chartered Accountants who share their experience and provide useful career advice. For more info and to register http://events.charteredaccountantsanz.com/events/sydney-meet-the-business-leader-2017/event-summary-65ec61ddd18c40f596b432c3261ca678.aspx?_ga=1.148754295.1946972563.1491264287 careers.national@charteredaccountantsanz.com. Macquarie in a Day 19 and 20 April 2017 – Year 11 and 12 Careers Event http://www.cvent.com/events/macquarie-in-a-day/event-summary-7a938535e340408eb69a0a96c1a7427a.aspx UNSW Engineering’s High School Information Day is designed to give Yr 11 & 12 students the opportunity to sample several fields of engineering through interesting and stimulating hands-on activities over a day at UNSW Kensington Campus. By doing so, students gain a better understanding of the extensive range of opportunities that a career in engineering would open to them. Throughout the day you will have the opportunity to speak to academic staff and students to gain a deeper understanding of the degrees on offer and as well as seeing some of the awesome student-led projects. Wednesday 17 May – See Ms Stewart Notre Dame: Getting to Know Nursing 16th May 2017, 6pm, 160 Oxford St, Darlinghurst For students interested in a career in nursing, the event will provide the opportunity to speak to academic staff and a guest speaker, who will give an insight into what a career in nursing is like. http://www.nd.edu.au/events/2017/getting-to-know-nursing Employment Guide 2017 by Chartered Accountants ANZ Are you seeking to inspire your students to pursue a business, accounting or finance ca-reer? Our Employment Guide 2017 features over 70 employers in ACT and NSW, who are specifically targeting students interested in accounting, busi-ness and finance to fill their cadetship, internship and casual positions. Download your free copy here: https://goo.gl/vBZkxk Sydney Writer’s Festival Student Sessions Sydney Writers' Festival student sessions SWF and NESA present Student Sessions, a full day of events for Years 9–12 students - featuring some of the world's most engaging minds speaking on topics linked to the NSW school curriculum, including a Shakespeare expert, a renowned economist and a leading writer on climate change. 22 May - Walsh Bay. 25 May - Parramatta. https://www.swf.org.au/studentsessions Career Paths in Theatre, Music and Performance Tuesday, 30 May 2017 -6:00pm to 8:00pm UNSW Kensington Do you have a passion for music, theatre and performance, but are unsure of the opportunities a tertiary degree can grant you in the future? This event will shed light on the diverse career pathways available through studying these disciplines. You will experience student performances and hear from UNSW academics, current students and graduates on the merits of studying in the creative arts. https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/career-paths-music-theatre-and-performance UTS Bachelor of Accounting Information Evening - Tue 16 May 2017 Come along to hear more about the Bachelor of Accounting Co-op Scholar-ship Program here at UTS. Register for our free Information Evening on 16 May 2017 at www.bachelorofaccounting.com For more information email carin.alberts@uts.edu.au UTS Bachelor of Accounting (BAcc) Co-op Scholarship - Information Evening Tue 16th May, 6.30 – 7.30pm @ Aerial Function Centre, UTS Building 10 (level 7), 235 Jones Street, Ultimo Meet current students, graduates, sponsors, and staff of this elite program. Closing date for applications: Friday 2 June 2017 www.bachelorofaccounting.com

Professional Cadetships Applications for the Business Cadetships Program run by Professional Cadetships Australia close on 10 May. Year 12 students apply online at for cadetship placement at UBS. Students who intend to apply are reminded that both their Application Form and School Assessment are due on 10 May, so it is advisable to speak to your Careers Adviser well in advance about your School Assessment. Applications for the Engineering & Technology Cadetships (ETCAD) Program open on 26 April and close on the 16th June. http://www.professionalcadets.com.au/index.asp UOW Campus Tours Campus tours run every Friday, they provide potential students with a guided tour of what the University of Wollongong offers. Tours start at 10:30am and 2:30pm and must be booked. https://www.uow.edu.au/future/events/index.html Bond with Bond event in Sydney 6 – 8pm, Thursday June 26th @ Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, 61-101 Phillip Street. Register: https://bond.edu.au/event/47694/bond-bond-sydney

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Careers News…(cont’d.) Girls Programming Network Sunday 14th May 2017, 10am-4pm Saturday 12th August 2017, 10am-4pm Sunday 5th November 2017, 10am-4pm The Network aims to teach girls how to code as well as provide insight into what it is like to be a girl in IT. Workshops run on the aforementioned dates at the University of Sydney. https://sites.google.com/site/girlsprogrammingnetwork/ Scholarships Information Evening UNSW 7 Jun 2017 -6:15pm to 8:00pm This evening is designed for Year 11 & 12 students interested in applying for a scholarship or the Co-op Program. https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/scholarships-information-evening-0 Art & Design Student Parent Information Evening UNSW 22 Jun 2017 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm Interested in a degree in Fine Arts, Media Arts, Art Theory or Design? Then this information evening is for you. https://www.futurestudents.unsw.edu.au/art-design-student-parent-information-evening Law Undergraduate Info Evening Year 11 & 12 - 21 June Discover why studying law at UTS will give you an edge! City - Haymarket›CB05B Haymarket, Building 5, Block B UTS Faculty of Law is located at the UTS Haymarket Campus - Building 5 cnr Quay St & Ultimo Rd, Haymarket, Sydney. https://www.uts.edu.au/about/faculty-law/events/law-undergraduate-info-evening Applications for NYSF 2018 now open Year 11 students who are keen on science subjects should consider applying for the National Youth Science Forum 2018 program. Up to 600 places are available in 2018, with sessions held in Canberra and Brisbane in January school holidays. Program offers hands-on experiences, info on careers, engagement with other STEM students from across Australia. www.nysf.edu.au Australian Defence Force Gap Year Applications for a 2018 gap year are open . The ADF Gap Year program provides an opportunity for young Australians who have finished year 12 or equivalent, aged between 17 and 24, it is more than just a great way to try out a career in the Navy, Army or Air Force. It’s a fulfilling year of adventure, experiences, learning, leadership and travel. To apply, visit: http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/gap-year/ Defence Jobs Information Sessions http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/ https://www.facebook.com/pg/DefenceJobsAustralia/events/?ref=page_internal Applying to the Australian Defence Force Academy It is advised that students wishing to study at ADFA apply in year 11 as it is a competitive selection process which may take up to 12 months to com-plete. Gaining entry to ADFA is a dual process which requires students to apply directly to the Australian Defence Force while also applying concurrently to UNSW ADFA through UAC. http://www.defencejobs.gov.au/education/adfa/how-to-apply/

Ms Susan Stewart Careers Adviser

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SWIMMING CARNIVAL 2017 AGE CHAMPIONS

And the Green army claims victory! On Friday the 10th of March, Bethlehem held their annual whole school swimming carnival at Ashfield pool. The day went “swimmingly” to say the least, and I’m sure I can speak on behalf of all students in saying that the day was enjoyable and a testament to how hard all of the teachers, officials and volunteers worked to make this event a complete success. Massive shout out goes to Ms Dew (and the PDHPE department) who put countless hours and work into preparation for the day (Ms Dew also happens to be a proud member of Aikenhead!). Although Aikenhead did claim victory by the finish of the final “Fastest 8” swim, the win was no mean feat and the competition was “Red” hot (Sorry Vincentia, better luck next time). As a senior student, it was so encouraging to see members of the junior school

swimming and cheering with such pride and spirit for their houses. Witnessing all students come together to celebrate as a school community made me proud to call myself a ‘Bethlehem girl’. The outstanding sporting achievements of some of our best athletes are highlighted below, but I think it’s also important to congratulate ALL students who participated. Each and every person who jumped in that pool last Friday, whether you were wearing blue, red, green or gold, earned at least 1 point for their respective houses and all of you need to be commended on your fabulous enthusiasm and participation. Thank you so much to everyone involved. Let’s hope Aikenhead continues their reign into the Athletics Carnival in August Bailey Anson, Yr 11

AGE PLACE NAME

12 4TH Lucinta Halta

3RD Charlotte Milbourn

RUNNER UP Chiara Camporeale

CHAMPION Niamh McMahon

13 4TH Taryn Little

3RD Tara O’Connel

RUNNER UP Juliana Angelos

CHAMPION Madalyn Athanasopoulos

14 4TH Christian Bou-Antoun

3RD Hannah Elbeaini

RUNNER UP Vanessa Stanmore

CHAMPION Zoe Ibrahim

15 4TH Ashleigh Tran

3RD Joanne Lee

RUNNER UP Wooree Bae

CHAMPION Sophia Bruzzese

16 4TH Monique Papanicolaou

3RD Melissa Mazzeo

RUNNER UP Meghan Chan

CHAMPION Millicent Marks

17+ 4TH Natasha Weston

3RD Natasha Majastorovic

RUNNER UP Anna – Marie Leftakis

CHAMPION Samanatha Gregory

OVERALL CHAMPION HOUSE:

1ST

: Aikenhead 2

ND: Vincentia

3RD

: Caritas 4

TH: Loreto

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2017 Regional Ensemble Program

GROWING IN CULTURE - Ms Beshara

Secondary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students were invited to register for the 2017 regional ensemble program. Students from across the Archdiocese worked together with an array of respected industry tutors, including CaSPA, to develop skills in the performing arts and in cultural knowledge and leadership. Regional Goodjarga Performance Ensembles delivered the 'Growing in Culture' program to primary schools and featured at community events throughout this term. Three students participated this year - Caitlyn and Aleyah Joseph - who are returning Goodjarga performers, and Taryn Little, who shares with us her first experience with Goodjarga and cultural dance:

“Goodjarga was an interesting experience as I was able to meet people who all enjoyed performing traditional dances and learning about our cultures and languages. As we experi-enced the different dances throughout the program, I felt quiet connected to my culture and land. I made many friends throughout the program and I intend to keep in contact with these people. After participating in this program I wish to share my culture with all non-indigenous people.” -Taryn Little, Yr 8.

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TAS/VA News...

From the TAS/VA Department…. The Visual Arts and TAS students have been busy this term with lots of activities in and out of school.

Visual Arts Excursion to the Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Excursions give students the opportunity to have learning experiences they can’t get in the classroom. Years 9, 10, 11 and 12 Visual Arts students visited the Art Gallery of New South Wales on the 28th of February to view examples of high scoring HSC student artworks in the ArtExpress exhibition. They also attended a study morning at which three exhibiting students spoke about their art making practice in creating a Body of Work for their HSC. And the day was finished with a viewing of The Adman: Warhol before Pop exhibition, which provided the students with the opportunity to view a once in a lifetime collection of Andy Warhol’s artwork from his early career. The girls found the day very useful and inspirational.

Whitehouse Institute of Design Incursion

“Talent is nothing without hard work. Never underestimate the power of practice” – Candice Wilson This was definitely a mantra for the Textiles and Design students that participated in the Fashion Illustration workshop on the 22nd March 2017. The textiles course requires students to develop their drawing abilities and showcase projects that they intend to manufacture. Whitehouse Institute of Design offers a variety of secondary courses and came to Bethlehem to teach specific skills behind the art of Fashion Illustration. The students were fortunate to have Charlotte Rose

conduct the workshop. Charlotte is a recent graduate of Whitehouse and gave the students insight in the life of a design student. The day involved drawing body templates using the 9 head method, drawing different fabric surfaces/textures and rendering with colour. The enthusiasm of the students showed as they started to evolve in their drawing abilities. To top off an excellent day three students were awarded with special acknowledgements and prizes. Justine Hobeiche (10L2) and Christine Nguyen (11A2) were acknowledged as highly commended and Taylor Mouawad (11C2) was awarded the workshop winner and has been invited by Whitehouse to complete a 3 day course in July. "An incursion like never before! Charlotte Rose’s demonstrations were exceptional, whilst her influential personality made the day highly enjoyable yet, highly informative." - Christine Nguyen (11A2) "The incursion was so fun and inspiring! We learnt so many skills and techniques that showed us how to sketch, draw and render all our sketches" – Taylor Mouawad (11C2)

CLANCY PRIZE RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITION theme for 2017 “A little mercy makes the world less cold and more just.” Pope Francis

coincides with the Church’s Holy Jubilee Year of Mercy 2016. “Pope Francis calls upon us to reflect that Mercy comes from God the Father and that we too in turn have a calling as his faithful people to make the world a better place by showing compassion to those who desperately need our help and support. These people may be neighbours or family members we are called to help as carers or they may be people on the other side of the world seeking refuge from conflict and persecution in their homeland. Mercy is the capacity we have for kindness and forgiveness. It is not just feeling sorry for the plight of others but an active intervention to make the world a better place by our deeds. It may involve giving up our time and energy to help somebody in person or to campaign for greater assistance for people in need like refugees, the elderly, victims of human trafficking and those living in poverty. Sometimes this is not easy and it may involve forgiving someone who has offended or hurt us.” This is a challenge placed for us all as we journey through life and it was also a big challenge for students to articulate these ideas in an artwork. I believe the Body of Works by our student entries this year have successfully reflected upon and explored the theme in their works. Their artworks were displayed along other entries at the MCGLADE GALLERY, ACU campus. And as usual opening night was a full house. Our Bethlehem students celebrated their success accompanied by Mrs Guevarra, Ms Bucciarelli and Mrs Mann. Their artworks along with all exhibited were well received from the attending audience which was made up of students, teachers, family and friends and judges all discussing the works with awe and excitement.

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TAS/VA News (cont’d.)... (Left) are images of the students on the night and below are the Artist’s Statements and photographs of their submitted artworks. Congratulations on another successful Clancy Prize exhibition! Ms Bucciarelli TAS/VA Department IMAGE LEFT: Proud Bethlehem College exhibiting artists (left to right) Cassandra Napper, Zhixiao He, Fifita Samate. IMAGE RIGHT: Full house! Audience packed in for formal opening of the exhibition.

Student: Zhixiao HE Title: Abstracted life This artwork incorporates the concept of the need for compassion for refugees, people who are considered ‘homeless’, without a safe haven to reside in. Their homes are no longer safe, forcing them to flee in order to survive. The colours and pictures are manipulated to represent the situations they are faced with. The effect of watercolour with acrylic paints has allowed for different colours to blend and create the nightmarish, abstracted nature of the situation. The continuous line drawing establishes the contrast between the prominent black lines and the neutral white background. The stripes across the three large canvases symbolises the idea of ‘no entry’ and being ‘rejection’ and the silhouettes on represent these refugees escaping from their homeland to any place where they believe is safe for them, they are not only seeking shelter but also seeking kindness, understanding and friendship.

Student Name: Cassandra NAPPER Title: Dual Perspectives Being of dual nationality, this perspective of two cultures initiated a spark for a strong interest in how culture is perceived within contemporary Australian society. Through the use of a range of mixed media, my intentions for my work was to reflect upon, as well as challenge the past and current trends in which individuals consciously or ‘unconsciously’ impose our own interpretations of another's culture. To make this world a better place we must seek to actively listen to the stories of individuals. True compassion and mercy comes from a genuine interest in understanding our neighbours and acknowledging the dual perspectives of our experiences. This sharing of our histories in authentic ways will enable a process of true compassion, forgiveness and reconciliation in our community.

Student Name: Fifita SAMATE Title: State of Imprisonment My work explores the complex emotions experienced, particularly by young men who have been imprisoned. The white figures and objects resemble imagery which is ghostly, depicting the all too often

consequences of mental illnesses which are a result of being locked away. Each piece reveals an incomplete physical aspect of a male portrait coupled with objects which represent the mental process of the prisoner and their (dis)connection with the outside world as they seek to be forgiven as well as seek to forgive through their rehabilitated.

TAS/VA News (cont’d.)...

s.m.ART Club

Students Making Art Club (s.m.ART Club) is up and running again for 2017. It is held every Day 8, Wednesday, and gives students to opportunity to work on their own artworks in the comfort of the Visual Arts Classrooms. Our regular attendees are, of course, the Visual Art students but we have had many students, who do not do Visual Arts anymore, and Year 7 students, who have not had the chance to do art, also attend. The Visual Arts teachers are looking forward to seeing any other students who would like to join s.m.ART Club later in the year.

Competitions & School Holiday Workshops

Young Archie 2017 Competition The Young Archie Competition is conducted by the Art Gallery of NSW and will open on the 27

th of April to artists aged 5

to 18. For more information, go to: https://www.artgallery.nsw.gov.au/exhibitions/archibald-wynne-sulman-prizes-2017/young-archie-competition/

School Holiday Workshop: Textile Design April 19, 1pm-4pm By UNSW Art & Design Cost: FREE https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/school-holiday-workshop-textile-design-tickets-33065996285?aff=es2

Coding kickstarter at Marrickville Town Hall computer room April 21, 10am-12pm By Marrickville Library and History Cost: $22 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/coding-kickstarter-at-marrickville-town-hall-computer-room-tickets-32110151327?aff=es2

Mrs Lianne Guevarra TAS/VA Coordinator

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Community News... St. Vincent’s Parish, Ashfield—Easter Mass Times &

DLS Ex-Students & Staff Annual Reunion Dinner

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DE LA SALLE COLLEGE ASHFIELD - Ex Students and Staff Annual Dinner Friday, 18 August 2017.

Please contact the College on 9797 3200 to order your ticket. Tables of 10 can be booked. Tickets $75.00 each which includes your meal and drinks.

Community News...

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Volunteer Network is a volunteer resource program. Our aim is to find volunteer opportunities for people in their local community. Volunteer Network also provides support in terms of training, best practice, information, networking and communication. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please come to Burwood Library on Wednesday 12 April 2017 from 10am to 12pm and meet the staff of Volunteer Network and discuss how we can find the best volunteer position for you. You will learn about the many volunteer opportunities we have available and how to get involved and how to use your talents and skills to improve the lives of others. Please come down to Burwood Library and Community Hub and meet the Service Providers that will be speaking on the day: • Conservation Volunteers • DeafBlind Association • Greenlight Movement • 1st Concord Scouts

For more information contact Volunteer Network on 9911 9855 or vncoordinator@burwood.nsw.gov.au or visit our website on www.volunteernetwork.org.au

We hope you can make it! Thank you.

The Beauty Bank Needs Your Help...

The Beauty Bank is a group that provides women, men and young people in

need with the little luxuries in life that most of us take for granted.

We’re looking for donations of essential toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner,

body washes, razors, candles, anything that would help someone feel a little special about themselves when

in a position of need or distress.

The Beauty Bank only accepts unopened and unused toiletries and makeup (except perfume).

Hand bags, anything else you might think will bring a smile on a woman’s face! The Beauty Bank accepts gift

items such as candles, jewellery and accessories.

You donate items, we sort them, they are then packaged into gift bags and delivered to the deserving.

Please send your items to Bethlehem College General Office.

Thank you for your support.

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Community News...

InFlow Education Free seminars for parents & students in May at Five Dock RSL

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